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Joe Dean writes.... Ski season has begun! Time for our winter offering! Black Diamond menthol shave soap and splash will be available Monday 11/24! This year’s label is a photo I took while on a ski trip to Keystone and Breckenridge this past February. Great weather made for some incredible photos and videos! Scent notes: Fir Needle, cedar wood, rosemary, carnation, winter moss, mint Visit Subtle Arts Soaps here

Doug Layne announced a big sale from 11/27-12/1. Everything 25% off. No code needed. Visit Adopted Acres here

The Ariana & Evans meetup on Saturday, November 15, 2025, felt like a true wet shaving family reunion. Many familiar faces were in attendance, including A&E founder Peter Charkalis, his wife Evelyn, and their daughter Thalia. The showroom featured an enticing assortment of A&E’s finest offerings, with Peter on hand throughout the afternoon to answer questions, share insights, and offer personalized recommendations. Peter Charkalis at the center table Thalia hosted a dedicated fragrance station showcasing all of her creations, including breakout hits Pistachio Silk , Vanille Vendetta , Birthday Suit , Tramp Stamp , and others, all available for testing. Thalia and her fragrances The event drew an exceptional group of friends and enthusiasts, and much of the afternoon was spent sharing stories and experiences from across the wet shaving community. Barry Bedford of A Texan Shaves  flew in from Texas, while Jon Bonham of Cape Cod Wet Shaving  made the trip down from Massachusetts. Master soapmaker Joe Dean from Subtle Arts Soaps also made a special guest appearance. Me, Barry Bedford, Jon Bonham, Joe Dean Mike from Long Island Shaving also drove up from New York. Mike from Long Island Shaving and Me Doug Layne from Adopted Acres was on site to introduce his new fragrance Gentleman of the Cabin. Doug Layne from Adopted Acres Jason Miller of The Golden Age Wet Shaver fame was also in attendance. Me and Jason Miller (TheGoldenAgeWetShaver) Another YouTube star, Dave from the Inspector's Den added to the convivial atmosphere with his trademark warmth and storytelling. Dave from The Inspector's Den Of course, the centerpiece of the event was the A&E catalog itself. One of the most anticipated releases of the day was Patient No. 9. In speaking with Peter, he shared that the fragrance is loosely inspired by Czech & Speake No. 88, known to be Ozzy Osbourne’s favorite scent, featuring the same core notes of bergamot, geranium, rose otto, sandalwood, and vetiver, reimagined through Peter’s distinctive creative lens. The fragrance was officially released at the event and is expected to be available on the website soon. Patient No. 9 I also took the opportunity to add two remarkable sets to my growing A&E collection. Empyrean Bay Rum  is a boldly original take on the bay rum genre; in characteristic Peter Charkalis fashion, it omits the usual cinnamon and clove, instead incorporating apple, pomegranate, and a touch of geranium to create something daring, modern, and exotic. Bergamot & Bay , despite its understated name, was another standout. The scent radiates with juicy citrus and fresh green facets, resulting in a composition that feels simultaneously vibrant, refined, and deeply natural. Overall, it was an outstanding day and has quickly positioned itself as one of the marquee wet shaving events on the East Coast. Sincere thanks to Peter, Evelyn, Thalia, and the entire Ariana & Evans team for hosting such a memorable gathering! Thank you Peter! Visit Ariana & Evans here to learn more

Saponificio Varesino launched its holiday sale with 20% off the entire catalog through December 19th, 2025. Use the code GIFTGUIDE25 at checkout. Visit Saponificio Varesino here

Sig Solo is an institution in the world of wet shaving. Watched around the world, his passion, integrity, and generosity shine through in every video. Born in Copenhagen and based in Nuuk, Greenland, he is an educator who works with the government of Greenland to build education programs from kindergarten through university. On camera, Sig is unedited, honest, and deeply personal, making you feel instantly as if he is an old friend. He embodies the code of the gentleman, the foundation of wet shaving culture, and is guided by his own “5 Dogmas” of no editing, no sugarcoating, no affiliates, no hidden sponsorships, and full disclosure of every product he is gifted. Behind the scenes, he’s a dedicated enthusiast with a sprawling razor collection, which in his own words, he “stopped counting around 700”. His passion for wet shaving is a touchstone and source of vicarious joy for all those who share it. As a gentleman, he gives of himself and asks nothing in return. Here is his story… People around the world love to watch your videos. I’m sure they would love to learn a little about you. How did you get to Nuuk, Greenland? How long have you lived there? Do you live with your family? First of all thank you for contacting me and for taking an interest in my channel and background. I was born in Copenhagen. Lived in Greater Manchester, UK from 1980-85 and in Waterloo, Belgium from 1988-91. In August of 2001 I moved to Greenland where I’ve lived in three towns/cities before moving to the capital city of Greenland, Nuuk in 2018. I met my wife in 2005. We live in an apartment we purchased in 2020. To many viewers, especially in the States, Greenland seems like a far off and exotic place, something we can’t even imagine. What’s the community like in Nuuk? What’s daily life like? Where do you go shopping? Do most people live in houses or apartments? Does the community help each other when the weather is tough? Daily life in Nuuk is nice. We have a variety of shops and supermarkets. The available produce and other green foods are scarce and the prices are super high as fruits and vegetables have to be flown in. When we have friends/family over for dinner the salad is by far the most expensive part of the meal. People here live in houses or apartments. Rent is crazy because the demand is high. So buying your own place if possible saves a lot of money. We have a lot of winter storms and temperature are often below -25C/-13F. Add a little wind and the cold is dangerous. We don’t have a car, so we rely on walking or sometimes taxis to get around. On camera you come across as warm and thoughtful. What kind of work do you do in Nuuk, and how did that path unfold? I work for the Educational Agency in the Department of Education. The Minister of Education and the Prime Minister are my direct bosses. In the daily work I focus mainly on English and other foreign languages in the educational system from Kindergarten to University. Usually my work is related to the Primary and High Schools in Greenland. But, whenever a question regarding education is asked in the Parliament or other countries I make or aid the Minister(s) with the proper answer or advice. So my work can vary quite a bit.  Tell us the story of how you caught the wet shaving bug. Was it in Greenland? Is there a wet shaving community in Greenland? Or a place to buy wet shaving gear? I started using a straight razor, shave stick and a simple badger brush my father gave me when I started shaving. I only had peach fuzz and only did one pass from North to South. The Military changes that and the Gillette Sensor Excel took over and became my razor for years and years. In 2020 when Covid hit I stumbled across Kevy Shaves’ YouTube channel and saw him recommend the Merkur 34C.  Then followed the Rockwell 6C/6S, then the Feather AS-D2 and the fire was lit. After a while I started collecting Gillette razors from my birthyear (R2) and then Gillette Techs. Initially I thought that the Techs were only made in three countries and cheap and easy to find. Boy, was I wrong!!    What was the spark that made you want to make razor review videos? Was there another Youtuber that inspired you? What was the first razor you reviewed? Watching a lot of videos about shaving kind of sparked the YouTube endeavor. Arthur Knowles (Lather Whisperer) Chris Bedwell (CB Shaves) and Kevy Parr (Kevy Shaves) all encouraged me to just get started and to just do it my way. I started with 5 Dogmas that I still follow: 1) Nothing is edited – whatever happens, happen. 2) I say it like it is; good or bad. 3) No affiliates. 4) No hidden sponsorships or sponsored give-ways (I call it hidden loyalty payment). 5) Full disclosure, I always say and write in the description if a product was sent to me; every time I use it; not just the first time. I gladly accept/share discount codes for my viewers to benefit from, but I insist that the full discount is given to the viewer; nothing for me. Nothing! To this days that’s how I do it and that has ‘cost’ me the support of quite a few major makers and artisans. Let me specify: I don’t point my finger at anyone else. What they do is their business. From watching  your videos it seems like you have an absolutely enormous collection. How many razors do you think you have? Which type dominates your collection? Single Edge? DE? Adjustable? Open comb? Closed comb?  That is true. I stopped counting at 700 (approx 500+ Modern and 200+ Vintage/Antique). I’d say that:- DE’s are 60%. - AC’s 20%, - ½ DE’s 10% - Injector’s 5% and - Proprietary blade/GEM’s 5%  I have a preference for closed comb razors, but also enjoy using open comb from time to time. Wizamets, Treet Platinum and Gillette Black are my favorite DE blades and Feather Professional my favorite AC blade. What have you discovered about razors over the years? How have your tastes evolved? Based on everything you’ve learned, what do you think are the hallmarks of a good razor? If you could design and manufacture your own razor, what features would it have? Lighter razors and short handled razor are no longer a problem for me. I can shave with most razors. A good razor is easy to load, has a good balance (COG) and a handle that is easy to hold on to, even with wet soapy hands. I also find that it has to be able to shave under the nose with-out going against the ATG (Fool’s Pass). Out of your entire razor collection which one is the most precious to you and why? It can be for any reason, aesthetics, value, performance, or sentimental reasons. That’s like choosing your favorite child ;O) but: The Merkur 34C was my first DE, so it holds a special place. The Timeless .68 Ti razor with the Crown handle was a birthday gift from my parents when I turned 50. My first Gillette Adjustable was an R2 Super Adjustable ‘Black Beauty 109’. Fun Fact: I purchased it from Tobin Throwbacks Ebay site. We soon after became friends after a chat online about the Mergress razor, where we also realized that he had sold me the Black Beauty 109. Lately, I’m very impressed with the Oliworks DE razors. You seem to travel a lot, what tips can you give for shaving on the road? Bring shaving gear that you know and trust. Whatever works for you is fine. I usually bring: a trusted cream in a tube; a razor that is not overly aggressive; my favorite blade(s); a brush that works with-out any special attention; an after shave or after shave balm; an alum stick; a good moisturizing creme; a bowl and shaving cloth/towel. A note on software: what do you look for in a shave soap? When is a lather in the goldilocks zone?   Soaps that are good enough with-out a pre-shave soap. Soaps that are not too tricky to get a good lather from. Soaps that can contain a lot moisture. Soaps with efficient glide and residual slickness. Soaps with a scent that is strong enough for me to enjoy during the shave (stronger = better). Soaps that are not too expensive get to Greenland (price + shipping). Soaps that are available and NOT seasonal (vintage and discontinued excluded). You’ve given a lot to the wet-shaving world by making videos and sharing so much information. If you could ask viewers to give something back, to do one specific thing—whether for the community, new shavers, or your channel—what would it be, and why? Asking my viewers to ‘this’ or ‘that’ is not really my thing, but start slow and learn what works for you. There are no stupid questions. Ask you questions in forums and e.g. Facebook groups; we’ve started and had a lot of questions that friendly wetshavers have helped us with answers to.  Don’t do what I did and buy everything that ‘shines’. We are not obsessed – we are dedicated.  #WAD Sig Solo     Watch Sig Solo HERE

Here's what they say... The legendary Black Friday is here! Everything 35% off! The moment has arrived: Rasoigoodfellas Black Friday! Are you ready to immerse yourself in the biggest shopping spree of the year? Rasoigoodfellas invites you to its legendary Black Friday! From Monday, November 17, 2025, at 12:30 PM to Friday, November 28, 2025, at 12:30 PM, get ready for the most exclusive shopping experience with an incredible 35% discount on our ENTIRE product catalog. IMPORTANT NOTES: Prices and Coupons: Items in your cart are already discounted; do not enter coupon codes . During Black Friday, entering a coupon cancels the 35% discount and no adjustments will be made. Verify your details: carefully check your address, contact information, and products before payment. Confirmed and "in progress" orders cannot be changed by Customer Service. Account Fund: You can use your Account/Wallet Balance to pay. Courier: It is not possible to change the automatically assigned courier; do not indicate third-party service points in your delivery address. Bank transfer: Your order will be processed once your payment has been credited . If your payment is not credited within 7 days of your order date, it will be automatically cancelled without notice; email receipts do not replace your bank transfer . Please include your order number in the reason for payment and pay the exact amount (without rounding). Cashback & Referrals: Black Friday purchases do not generate Cashback and Referrals are disabled until the end of Black Friday Completed Orders: An order in “Completed” status cannot be cancelled, refunded or modified. In-store pickup: pickup is only possible after receiving the order completion email. Unavailable products: If an item is accidentally found to be unavailable during preparation, it will be refunded; no future discounts are foreseen for the same product. Black Friday Order Processing Times: Regardless of your purchase date, all Black Friday orders will be processed and shipped no later than December 19, 2025. Visit Rasoigoodfellas.com

Here's what we know so far. Straight from Douglas Smythe.... COMING SOON: THE CHAILIGHT ZONE Go beyond scent…into the strange, spiced, and spectacular unknown borderlands of the Phoenix Shaving Holiday Universe! Like its namesake, The Chailight Zone defies easy description. Reading the scent profile, a shave cadet might be tempted to assume it’s a Bay Rum…it’s not. Others may think it’s a gourmand…it’s not that either. And for those familiar with our more multidimensional experiments, you might suspect it’s both. Again, it’s not. This, my friends, is something entirely new. A holiday fragrance so PAA, so unclassifiable, it may just be the most unique scent of the 2026 holiday season. (not hyperbole. seriously, i'd be surprised if you found anything similar.) You’d never guess it’s a holiday release by the label alone, no pine needles, no sleigh bells, no sugarplum fairies madly dancing. But rest assured…when that mysterious door swings open, you’ll know you’ve crossed over to somewhere else! Top Notes: Orange Peel • Bergamot • Peppercorn • Cardamom • Powder • Amaretto Heart Notes: Ginger • Anise • Nutmeg • Tonka Base Notes: Fir • Honey • Rum • Musk • Oud A swirl of warmth, spice, and pleasant enigma, both comforting and uncanny. So be ready, Shave Cadets, because when that portal opens, you’ll want to be first in line to step into… THE CHAILIGHT ZONE ! STAY TUNED SHAVE CADETS, DON'T TOUCH THAT DIAL!!! Visit Phoenix Shaving to learn more

Nothing has been publicly said yet but Peter Charkalis dropped a hint on Facebook that a new scent will be released after the A&E Open House Event on November 15th. Fingers crossed that limited quantities will be available the day of the event. From just looking at the teaser picture it looks like it will be dark scent. Is that Ozzy in the photo? Visit Ariana & Evans to learn more

Strike Gold Shave Air Force One, the latest offering from Frank Misa of Strike Gold Shave , is a masterwork in gentlemanly elegance. Inspired by Pegasus Exclusif from Parfums de Marly, the modern Parisian fragrance house founded in 2009 by Julien Sprecher, it blends elements of a woody-oriental profile with a classic fougère to create an effervescent, alluring scent that nods to heritage men's fragrances while remaining current. The top and base are where its oriental character shows the most. The opening is dominated by pink pepper and cardamom, lifted by a dash of bergamot and smoothed by the marzipan-like plushness of heliotrope. The base also carries the familiar hallmarks of the style, amber and vanilla, steered into the woody sub-family by creamy sandalwood and a smoky shadow of oud and guaiac wood. At the heart lies a dapper floral bouquet of lavender, geranium, and jasmine, a fougère-esque motif reinforced by heliotrope's tonka-like sweetness. It's this deliberate fusion of genres which gives Air Force One its singular character: neither overly spicy nor green, but a sparkling bloom which is both fresh and gourmand, where woods, sweetness, fruits, and spice dance in a Virginia reel. Although assertive, it’s gentlemanly enough for the office while alluring enough for a night out. Air Force One feels both classic and modern, and its flexibility and sophistication make it a refined addition to any gentleman's collection. Shave Soap Scent strength: 9 Longevity: 8 The Patriot base blends premium ingredients to deliver a high-performance, structured lather. Goat’s milk amplifies density and creaminess; castor oil, glycerin, and tussah silk elevate both primary and residual slickness; while kokum and shea butters soothe the skin and support lasting hydration. The result is a quality modern artisan soap with good cushion and density, high slickness, and ample stability. Soap skin foods Aloe: light humectant which soothes irritation. Supports skin barrier to prevent water loss. Shea butter: emollient and mild occlusive which moisturizes and protects. Kokum butter: emollient and mild occlusive which moisturizes and protects. Castor oil: adds slickness and acts as light humectant. Glycerin: humectant which boosts hydration and aids in slickness. Dragon fruit: soothes redness and mild antioxidant. Chamomile water: soothes redness. Tussah silk: adds slickness and smoothes the skin. Aftershave Scent strength: 9 Longevity: 8 Aftershave skin foods Rose Water: soothes mild redness and lightly hydrates. Aloe: light humectant which soothes irritation. Supports skin barrier to prevent water loss. Witch Hazel: astringent and anti-inflammatory. Vitamin E: emollient which moisturizes and is an antioxidant. Calendula: reduces irritation. Chamomile water: soothes redness. Red Clover: antioxidant which softens skin. Visit Strike Gold Shave to learn more

Top notes: Vanilla Orchid and Jasmine Middle notes: Brown sugar and Tonka Bean Base notes: Amber, Amberwood, Musk and Patchouli H&C writes: Sublime is the first of our holiday themed launches this year. This sophisticated scent is inspired by Vanilla 28. it's a time-honored union of creamy Jasmine and rich Madagascan Vanilla Orchid, which draws out the sweet softness of Brazilian Tonka. Beautifully balanced oriental notes of Musk, Oriental, Patchouli and Brown Sugar form the distinguished wood base of this utterly sublime scent. Available here at The Razor Company

Inspired by Gucci Pour Homme II Top Notes: Bergamot, Violet Leaf Heart Notes: Black Tea, Cinnamon, Pimento Base Notes: Tobacco Leaf, Olive Wood, Myrrh, Musk Phoenix writes: A silky, refined blend of cool tea and warm spice, Doppelgänger Continuum 004 opens with fresh bergamot and green violet leaf before unfolding into a sophisticated swirl of black tea, a kiss of cinnamon, and pimento. The dry-down rests on soft tobacco leaf, smooth olive wood, and resinous myrrh, creating an elegant, meditative fragrance that just feels special. I personally get an infectious, effervescent note in this blend that keeps me returning to the bottle throughout the work day...or taking a whiff of my wrist when no one is looking (not that I care). So note again, it's more than just a tea forward scent, it's addictive. (and VERY wearable) Click here to visit Phoenix Shaving and learn more.

Frank Misa over at Strike Gold Shaves hinted that his new fragrance, Air Force One , will drop in mid-November around Veteran's Day. Here's what Frank has said so far: Air Force One 's capabilities include being a secure, mobile command center with advanced communication systems, medical facilities, and defensive technology. It can fly halfway around the world, has a full-service kitchen, a medical suite that can act as an operating room, and is equipped to conduct secure meetings and address the nation mid-air. The aircraft is also fortified against threats with features like missile jammers and electronic countermeasures. Pegasus Exclusif is a perfect fragrance for Air Force One. Fragrance Notes : Top Notes: Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Cardamom, Heliotrope Heart Note: Jasmine, Lavender, Bitter Almond, Geranium Base Notes: Vanilla, Amber, Sandalwood, Oud and Guaiac Wood. See here to learn more.