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Bmonroy17 · 18 February 2011, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Justjosh

Shhhhh, I don't want my wife to know that anyone agrees with her.

Oh soooo true. I bought my first MB FP this week via TRF... I had to have the discussion with the wife that a pen isnt just a pen.

"If you appreciate one fine thing, likely, you'll learn to appreciate other fine things." so true in my book.

Shangas · 18 February 2011, 05:54 PM

"If you appreciate one fine thing, you'll learn to appreciate other fine things".

I think that's indeed, very very true. I'm sure and certain that it is true with me.

So...

What fine things is it that we men appreciate?

I know that for me it's...

A good straight-razor.
Good, classic clothes.
Good watches.
Fountain pens.
Food.
Music.
Man-jewellery (cufflinks, rings, etc). None of that gangsta gold bling stuff.

Justjosh · 19 February 2011, 03:03 AM

I have always wanted to start shaving with a straight razor, it just seems that upkeep may outweigh the amount of time I actually have these days.

Lion · 19 February 2011, 04:19 AM

I too have always enjoyed the finer things in life but procuring the necessary capital is the only limiting factor.....I am a collector at heart and find it very hard to part with any of my belongings(toys)!!!

Shangas · 19 February 2011, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Justjosh

I have always wanted to start shaving with a straight razor, it just seems that upkeep may outweigh the amount of time I actually have these days.

Upkeep isn't that much. Honing and stropping only takes about ten minutes once you've got the hang of it.

Damage Inc. · 20 February 2011, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Justjosh

I have always wanted to start shaving with a straight razor, it just seems that upkeep may outweigh the amount of time I actually have these days.

Another option is a Feather brand straight razor. They use replaceable blades so no stropping/honing. (I like the "professional super" blades)
Not exactly the same, but a better option if time is a concern while still getting that 'straight razor shave'.
http://www.classicshaving.com/Feather_Razors.html

Michael M. · 21 February 2011, 12:17 PM

All gentle mans accessories! Watches and pens!

19 February 2011, 04:19 AM	#34
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	I too have always enjoyed the finer things in life but procuring the necessary capital is the only limiting factor.....I am a collector at heart and find it very hard to part with any of my belongings(toys)!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

18 February 2011, 05:54 PM	#32
Shangas Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Shahan Location: Melbourne, Austra Watch: 1957 Ball RR watch Posts: 312	"If you appreciate one fine thing, you'll learn to appreciate other fine things". I think that's indeed, very very true. I'm sure and certain that it is true with me. So... What fine things is it that we men appreciate? I know that for me it's... A good straight-razor. Good, classic clothes. Good watches. Fountain pens. Food. Music. Man-jewellery (cufflinks, rings, etc). None of that gangsta gold bling stuff.

19 February 2011, 03:03 AM	#33
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21 February 2011, 12:17 PM	#37
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