Posts by Nicholas D C

Quote: Originally Posted by deingesicht  I shave everyday (sometimes twice a day depending on the occasion) and go against the grain without razor burn. However, I only go against every second day as it saves time in...

Quote: Originally Posted by Selvaggio  I think we have had this razor discussion before - strong sense of deja vu. Anyway, I use a double sided razor. Works for me becasue you get a bit more control of how close your...

Just out of interest, does anyone here use safety razors for their shaving regimen? I just ordered a pre-shave oil for the first time (Truefitt & Hill) and am looking forward to seeing if it makes a significant difference to the...

Quote: Originally Posted by The Privateer  I second the Pinky recommendation. Prices (as I recall them some years ago) weren't the cheapest by Thai standards, but there was some room for negotiation. Quality has been...

So to conclude my briefcase meanderings, I cancelled my Fossil Estate Doc. briefcase order as a friend linked me to this insane deal (http://www.thomaslyte.com/byron-briefcase-calf-leather-chocolate.html) on a Thomas Lyte briefcase....

So my new shoes from the HerringShoes Christmas sale arrived this morning. Very happy with 'em, especially the Loake Knightsbridge.        The Timberland boat shoes feel a lot more solid and nicer than...

Quote: Originally Posted by Geoffrey Firmin  Article in todays Guradian http://www.guardian.co.uk/fashion/2013/jan/06/new-dandies-mens-fashion   Great read, good to see quality mens outfitters are doing well...

Quote: Originally Posted by md2010  Oroton has 50% off. and you can pic bag like that for about $350. They are not the best but will do the job just fine. Saddle back leather briefcases are ugly. They will scratch like...

Quote: Originally Posted by meister  I can't believe I am saying this but a point my cobbler makes is that modern glues are very strong and keep a shoe together. Lloyds have been glued (cemented) for years and sell...

Quote: Originally Posted by Nicholas D C    Analogous to the relative scarcity of quality shoe establishments in Australia at a reasonable pricepoint (ordering things online aside) - I've found it almost...