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Second Cup – Cold‑Water Edition

Summer might be behind us, but I’m still getting a taste of the cold — right at home. No hot water this week, so it’s been cold‑water shaves, cold‑water showers, and a full‑on “Navy Shower” routine that would make any sailor proud. We’ll talk a little about that chilly start to the day, some wet‑shaving fun, and a classic Navy movie recommendation to go along with it. So pour that second cup, settle in, and let’s warm things up the best way we can.

We’re rolling into October on this 10‑05‑2026 edition of the Monday Morning Mailbag, and the change of seasons is definitely in the air. Viewer James Sefton kindly sent along the Old Farmer’s Almanac, so we’ve got an eye on the weather as fall settles over the land. Today’s show brings a terrific shaving tip, a Shave Den Visit all the way from London, England, plus Reminders, Refill comments, and some truly outstanding new wet‑shaving gear to check out. And as always, we wrap things up with your Questions & Comments, which help bring the whole program home.===00:00:00 Introduction00:06:19 Viewer Morning Shaving Tip00:09:31 Shave Den Visit00:14:27 Mid Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup Reminder00:15:46 Reminders00:17:31 Refill00:41:57 New Wet Shaving Gear Intro00:42:08 Rockwell SETPOINT00:55:46 Parker Flight00:57:09 Yeti Shaving Breush and Oak & Salve New Shave Soaps01:00:14 Strike Gold Shave Resurrection Mary01:11:31 New Wet Shaving Gear Closing01:11:42 Questions & Comments Intro01:11:57 AI SOTD (Shave of the Day)01:14:51 Bl;ue Samhain - When Available01:16:08 Vintage Gillette X2 Tech Razor with Bakelite Handle01:19:28 Sk,intimate and Feather F301:24:00 Closing01:24:31 Last Laugh01:24:49 Double Take===Links:The official Monday Morning Mailbag Coffee Mug: https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/product/16969962/george-monday-morning-mailbag-ceramic-mug-11oz-15oz===SpotPrints3D - Etsy - Official George Boom! Lather! Shaving Bowl: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4303731243/spot-print-x-mark-szorady-boom-lather===ShaveSplash | Aftershave & Shave Soap Reviews: https://www.shavesplash.com/===The Black Coffee Life: https://theblackcoffeelife.com/The Lockhorns: Someday We'll Look Back on This and Quickly Change the Subject Hardcover: https://amzn.to/44JnsIhThe Lockhorns 2026 Laugh-a-Day Calendar: https://amzn.to/4midV2e===Hamster Rally: [email protected]===Rockwell Razors SETPOINT: https://getrockwell.com/pages/setpoint===Strike gold Shave Resurrection Mary: https://www.strikegoldshave.com/product-page/resurrection-mary===The Great Mid-Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup - 2026: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1280985507294124/Tobin Fetters: https://youtu.be/o57rqs4dWs4?si=2dPFk7kGj2joyYD0===The 2027 Old Farmer's Almanac Trade Edition: https://link.amazon/B0cMoqrZ6===Chris Smith Abominable Creations:[email protected]: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FhA61UdnS/?mibextid=wwXIfr YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lathered_YetiInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lathered_yeti/===Salve & Oak: https://www.salveandoakco.com/Crimson Orchard | Timberline Shave Soap: https://www.salveandoakco.com/products/crimson-orchard-timberline-shave-soapHarvest Moon | Timberline Shave Soap: https://www.salveandoakco.com/products/harvest-moon-timberline-shave-soap===Scentsless Scent Free Artisan Shave Soap | Ultra Premium CK-6 Formula: https://phoenixshaving.com/products/scentsless-scent-free-artisan-shave-soap-ultra-premium-ck6-formula-5-oz?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt===Moon Soaps: https://www.moonsoaps.com/===The Razor Company: https://www.therazorcompany.com?sca_ref=4414219.KRXiZs996fParker Flight: https://www.therazorcompany.com/products/parker-flight-all-brass-double-edge-safety-razorBrousseau & Dov: https://brousseauanddov.com/Stars and Stripes: https://brousseauanddov.com/product/stars-and-stripes/===Ariana & Evans: Ariana & Evans: ⁠https://ariana-evans.myshopify.com/?ref=mark_szorady⁠===INDYBRUSHWORX: https://www.etsy.com/shop/INDYBRUSHWORXI participate in the Amazon Affiliate program. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.My Amazon Product Page:www.amazon.com/shop/markszoradyVIKINGS BLADE The Chieftain: https://amzn.to/37wfHbN​The Emperor Adjustable Safety Razor: https://amzn.to/2XJha7M​The Emperor Adjustable, MEIJI Edition: https://amzn.to/2PhVyfM​"30 degrees, a light touch, let the razor do all the work, gentlemen." TM

Welcome to the Second Cup Podcast for September 28th, 2026. As October peeks around the corner, the Halloween season is already starting to stir — Phoenix Shaving has Blue Samhain returning for another year, their Monster Razors are back in the spotlight, and a few online sellers are rolling out 15%‑off sales that make this a great time to stock up. It’s that fun stretch of the calendar when autumn scents, seasonal gear, and a little Halloween whimsy begin to drift in, and we’ve got plenty to chat about as it all gets underway.

It’s 09‑28‑2026 and the Monday Morning Mailbag is ready to welcome a brand‑new week — and the start of fall. So pour yourself a good hot coffee into that favorite mug that celebrates the season, settle in, and let’s talk some wet shaving. We’ve got a terrific shaving tip, a Shave Den Visit featuring a pristine vintage razor, plenty of Refill comments, and all the usual Updates and Reminders. There’s also some exciting new wet‑shaving gear to check out, along with a fresh batch of viewer Questions & Comments. A crisp fall morning, a warm mug, and a great Mailbag. So pour yourself a good cup of coffee, settle in, and let’s talk some wet shaving and a few other things.===Topics:00:00:00 Introduction00:03:54 Viewer Morning Shaving Tip00:06:33 George Sketch in Brazil00:07:16 Shave Den Visit00:10:29 Reminders00:12:13 Children's Cancer Research Fundraiser Update00:16:47 Refill00:46:23 New Wet Shaving Gear Intro00:46:34 HC&C Judge Roy00:49:48 Gillette P1 Super Speed00:54:02 Yeti Shaving Brush01:00:00 Electric Shaving Brush01:03:11 DiShi Solid Brass Razor01:05:38 New Wet Shaving Gear Closing01:05:51 Questions & Comments Intro01:06:06 Cold Spices and Old Spice01:10:08 Blue Samhain is Back!01:11:04 Wurm Shaving Brush Reminder01:13:17 Closing01:13:49 Last Laugh01:14:07 Double Take===Links to things discussed in today's show:The official Monday Morning Mailbag Coffee Mug: https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/product/16969962/george-monday-morning-mailbag-ceramic-mug-11oz-15oz===SpotPrints3D - Etsy - Official George Boom! Lather! Shaving Bowl: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4303731243/spot-print-x-mark-szorady-boom-lather===ShaveSplash | Aftershave & Shave Soap Reviews: https://www.shavesplash.com/===The Black Coffee Life: https://theblackcoffeelife.com/The Lockhorns: Someday We'll Look Back on This and Quickly Change the Subject Hardcover: https://amzn.to/44JnsIhThe Lockhorns 2026 Laugh-a-Day Calendar: https://amzn.to/4midV2e===Hamster Rally: [email protected]===The Great Mid-Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup - 2026: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1280985507294124/Tobin Fetters: https://youtu.be/o57rqs4dWs4?si=2dPFk7kGj2joyYD0===The Mid Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup Ticket Giveaway: https://youtu.be/CG0Q8iS1cSM?si=zWd8e0SXFMawoHCx===The Razor Company: https://www.therazorcompany.com?sca_ref=4414219.KRXiZs996f===Brousseau & Dov: https://brousseauanddov.com/Stars and Stripes: https://brousseauanddov.com/product/stars-and-stripes/===Ariana & Evans: Ariana & Evans: ⁠https://ariana-evans.myshopify.com/?ref=mark_szorady⁠===INDYBRUSHWORX: https://www.etsy.com/shop/INDYBRUSHWORX===Children's Cancer Research Fund: https://tinyurl.com/mr34hdytDonations must be made on the following link: www.greatcyclechallenge.com/riders/barbkise===HC&C Judge Roy: https://hendrixclassics.com/products/judge-roy-shave-soapElectric Shaving brush: https://link.amazon/B0bAvdMjw===Chris Smith Abominable Creations:[email protected]: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FhA61UdnS/?mibextid=wwXIfr YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lathered_YetiInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lathered_yeti/===Cold Spices: https://phoenixshaving.com/search?q=Cold*%20Spices*&type=product&sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5DtOuter Spice: https://phoenixshaving.com/collections/outer-spice?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5DtBlue Samhain: https://phoenixshaving.com/collections/blue-samhain?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt===Phoenix Shaving: https://phoenixshaving.com?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt===PAA Wurm Shaving Brush: Link Coming Soon!===I participate in the Amazon Affiliate program. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.My Amazon Product Page:www.amazon.com/shop/markszoradyVIKINGS BLADE The Chieftain: https://amzn.to/37wfHbN​The Emperor Adjustable, MEIJI Edition: https://amzn.to/2PhVyfM​"30 degrees, a light touch, let the razor do all the work, gentlemen." TM

The September 21, 2026 Second Cup Podcast eases in like a slow, deliberate lather — the kind you build when you’re not rushing, letting the shave soap and brush bloom and the morning settle. There’s a hint of fall in the air, the kind that makes a good scent open up, and today’s conversation moves with that same steady rhythm: weekend reflections, a few notes from the shave den, and the creative work waiting just beyond the rinse. It’s a gentle check‑in, a moment to reset your angle, and a reminder that even on the busiest weeks, a second cup — and a well‑crafted shave — can set the tone for everything that follows.

It’s 09‑21‑2026, and the Monday Morning Mailbag is back with another terrific start to your wet‑shaving week. We’ve got a smart travel shaving tip, a fun Shave Den Visit, fresh Giveaway updates, and some truly terrific Refill comments. Plus—a lot of new wet‑shaving gear to show off thanks to the Ohio Wet Shavers Meetup, along with some great Questions & Comments to round out the show. So pour yourself a good cup of coffee, settle in, and let’s talk some wet shaving and a few other things.

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Topics:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:06:55 Viewer Morning Shaving Tip

00:11:53 Thank You, Charles

00:12:25 Shave Den Visit

00:15:28 Reminders

00:17:12 Dave & Bard Kise Children's Cancer Research Fund: https://tinyurl.com/mr34hdyt

00:19:20 Giveaway Updates

00:23:16 Refill

00:48:20 New Wet Shaving Gear Intro

00:48:31 The Fixer

00:50:23 PAA Wurm

00:56:08 A&E Wake The F Up

00:59:02 Hearth and Altar

01:03:52 Parker Variant Open Comb Razor

01:04:51 New Wet Shaving Gear Closing

01:05:03 Questions & Comments Intro

01:05:18 Blade Care

01:08:08 More AI Image Fun

01:10:40 How To Use a Honey Dipper

01:13:03 Closing

01:13:34 Last Laugh

01:13:52 Double Take

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Links to things discussed in today's show:

The official Monday Morning Mailbag Coffee Mug: https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/product/16969962/george-monday-morning-mailbag-ceramic-mug-11oz-15oz

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SpotPrints3D - Etsy - Official George Boom! Lather! Shaving Bowl: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4303731243/spot-print-x-mark-szorady-boom-lather

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ShaveSplash | Aftershave & Shave Soap Reviews: https://www.shavesplash.com/

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The Black Coffee Life: https://theblackcoffeelife.com/

The Lockhorns: Someday We'll Look Back on This and Quickly Change the Subject Hardcover: https://amzn.to/44JnsIh

The Lockhorns 2026 Laugh-a-Day Calendar: https://amzn.to/4midV2e

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Hamster Rally: [email protected]

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The Great Mid-Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup - 2026: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1280985507294124/

Tobin Fetters: https://youtu.be/o57rqs4dWs4?si=2dPFk7kGj2joyYD0

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The Mid Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup Ticket Giveaway: https://youtu.be/CG0Q8iS1cSM?si=zWd8e0SXFMawoHCx

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The Razor Company: https://www.therazorcompany.com?sca_ref=4414219.KRXiZs996f

Parker Flight: https://www.therazorcompany.com/products/parker-flight-all-brass-double-edge-safety-razor

The Parker Variant OPEN COMB ADJUSTABLE: https://link.amazon/B0a9AHSmI

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Brousseau & Dov: https://brousseauanddov.com/

Stars and Stripes: https://brousseauanddov.com/product/stars-and-stripes/

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Ariana & Evans: Ariana & Evans: ⁠https://ariana-evans.myshopify.com/?ref=mark_szorady⁠

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INDYBRUSHWORX: https://www.etsy.com/shop/INDYBRUSHWORX

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Children's Cancer Research Fund: https://tinyurl.com/mr34hdyt

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Seaside Carousel: https://www.salveandoakco.com/products/seaside-carousel-timberline-shave-soap

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Hearth and Altar: https://www.hearthandaltarshop.com/

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Hendrix Classics & Co. The Fixer: https://hendrixclassics.com/products/the-fixer-shave-soap

Phoenix Shaving: https://phoenixshaving.com?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt

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PAA Wurm Shaving Brush: Link Coming Soon!

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Animated Gillette Advert about Proper Razor Use, 1940s - Film 1001944:

https://youtu.be/7HlMyKGnQHM?si=05_6Jc6kVfEfI0ON

How to Use a Honey Dipper: https://youtube.com/shorts/DNiWYam-gJQ?is=_fCA9OdrbrIsPs0u

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I participate in the Amazon Affiliate program. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

My Amazon Product Page:

www.amazon.com/shop/markszorady

VIKINGS BLADE The Chieftain: https://amzn.to/37wfHbN​

The Emperor Adjustable Safety Razor: https://amzn.to/2XJha7M​

The Emperor Adjustable, MEIJI Edition: https://amzn.to/2PhVyfM​

The Godfather 'Stonehenge': https://amzn.to/2NSXMSu

"30 degrees, a light touch, let the razor do all the work, gentlemen." TM

Welcome to the 09‑14‑2026 Second Cup. Today we’re taking a relaxed look back at the 6th Annual Ohio Wet Shavers Meetup and all the great items we picked up while we were there. From soaps and splashes to brushes, razors, and a few unexpected surprises, it was a terrific day of wet‑shaving camaraderie. So pour yourself a cup, settle in, and let’s recap some of the wonderful gear and generous gifts that made this year’s meetup such a memorable event.

It’s 09‑14‑2026, and the Monday Morning Mailbag is here with another terrific start to your wet‑shaving week. We’ve got a smart Shaving Tip, a great Shave Den Visit, some really engaging Refill comments, plus Meetup and Giveaway updates. There’s also plenty of new wet‑shaving gear to check out, along with a special highlight reel from the Ohio Wet Shavers Meetup. And of course, we wrap things up with some truly great Questions & Comments from the community.Today’s show runs longer than usual — we wanted to make sure everyone we spoke with at the meetup was included in the highlight reel.Feel free to use the bookmarks to jump to your favorite part of the show. Whether you’re here for the interviews, the gear talk, or the meetup moments, there’s plenty to enjoy.Thanks again to everyone who came out and made the day such a terrific event.===00:00:00 Introduction00:07:58 Viewer Morning Shaving Tip00:10:36 Shave Den Visit00:14:33 Reminders00:16:18 Meetup and Giveway Updates00:19:34 Dave & Barb Kise Great Cycle Challenge - Children's Cancer Research Fund00:21:39 Refill00:38:13 Ohio Wet Shavers Meetup Highlight Reel01:12:28 New Wet Shaving Gear Intro01:12:39 Parker Flight01:19:44 Seaside Carousel01:21:55 Vintage Gillette Tech01:26:46 Wolfbox MF60 Blower01:29:28 New Wet Shave Gear Closing01:29:41 Questions & Comments Intro01:29:56 Personna Gem Blades01:32:53 CK-6 Shave Experience01:37:24 Lather and Shave Brush Knot01:40:31 More AI Image Fun01:49:07 Closing01:49:38 Last Laugh01:49:55 Double Take===Links to things discussed in today's show:The official Monday Morning Mailbag Coffee Mug: https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/product/16969962/george-monday-morning-mailbag-ceramic-mug-11oz-15oz===SpotPrints3D - Etsy - Official George Boom! Lather! Shaving Bowl: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4303731243/spot-print-x-mark-szorady-boom-lather===ShaveSplash | Aftershave & Shave Soap Reviews: https://www.shavesplash.com/===The Black Coffee Life: https://theblackcoffeelife.com/The Lockhorns: Someday We'll Look Back on This and Quickly Change the Subject Hardcover: https://amzn.to/44JnsIhThe Lockhorns 2026 Laugh-a-Day Calendar: https://amzn.to/4midV2e===Hamster Rally: [email protected]===The Great Mid-Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup - 2026: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1280985507294124/Tobin Fetters: https://youtu.be/o57rqs4dWs4?si=2dPFk7kGj2joyYD0===The Razor Company: https://www.therazorcompany.com?sca_ref=4414219.KRXiZs996fParker Flight: https://www.therazorcompany.com/products/parker-flight-all-brass-double-edge-safety-razor===Brousseau & Dov: https://brousseauanddov.com/Stars and Stripes: https://brousseauanddov.com/product/stars-and-stripes/===Ariana & Evans: Ariana & Evans: ⁠https://ariana-evans.myshopify.com/?ref=mark_szorady⁠===INDYBRUSHWORX: https://www.etsy.com/shop/INDYBRUSHWORX===Children's Cancer Research Fund: https://tinyurl.com/mr34hdyt===Seaside Carousel: https://www.salveandoakco.com/products/seaside-carousel-timberline-shave-soap===WOLFBOX MF60 Compressed Air Duster: https://amzn.to/4gZ4aEQ===Phoenix Shaving: https://phoenixshaving.com?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt===I participate in the Amazon Affiliate program. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.My Amazon Product Page:www.amazon.com/shop/markszoradyVIKINGS BLADE The Chieftain: https://amzn.to/37wfHbN​The Emperor Adjustable Safety Razor: https://amzn.to/2XJha7M​The Emperor Adjustable, MEIJI Edition: https://amzn.to/2PhVyfM​The Godfather 'Stonehenge': https://amzn.to/2NSXMSu"30 degrees, a light touch, let the razor do all the work, gentlemen." TM

On this Labor Day edition of the Second Cup Podcast, we’re easing into the long weekend with a mix of coffee, conversation, and some terrific wet‑shaving savings. From holiday sales on razors, soaps, and gear, it’s a nice look at a few deals you may want to take advantage of as you close out the summer season. It’s a laid‑back look at what’s happening across the shaving world as summer winds down. Pour that second cup, settle in, and enjoy a relaxed holiday chat about community, comfort, and a little bit of smart shopping.

It’s 09‑07‑2026, and the Monday Morning Mailbag is back with another terrific start to your wet‑shaving week. We’ve got a really smart shaving tip, a Shave Den Visit with a fun bit of science behind it, Meetup updates, plenty of Refill comments, and a lot of new wet‑shaving gear to check out. Plus, as always, some truly terrific Questions & Comments from the 3MB community. So pour yourself a good cup of coffee, settle in, and let’s talk some wet shaving and a few other things.

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Topics:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:03:06 Flapjacks

00:06:59 Viewer Morning Shaving Tip

00:10:33 Shave Den Visit

00:14:29 Reminders

00:16:13 Meetup Reminders

00:17:57 Children’s Cancer Research Fund

00:20:03 Refill

00:45:33 New Wet Shaving Gear Intro

00:45:45 Parker Flight Razor

00:47:48 Taisoto Duo Razor

00:48:47 Seaforth EPEE

00:50:49 The Golden Age Wet Shaver

00:51:40 9/11 25th Anniversary

00:53:12 Seaside Carousel

00:54:26 Manual Head Shaver

00:58:39 New Wet Shaving Gear Closing

00:58:52 Questions & Comments Intro

00:59:08 Allen Edmonds

01:04:14 Turano-Toronto Head Shave

01:07:04 Abhinay Samant Anecdote

01:09:46 Al Spencer Coffee Selections

01:11:00 AI - Wet Shavers Portrait

01:11:40 Closing

01:12:10 Last Laugh

01:12:28 Double Take

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Links to things discussed in today's show:

The official Monday Morning Mailbag Coffee Mug: https://georgetoon-shaving.printify.me/product/16969962/george-monday-morning-mailbag-ceramic-mug-11oz-15oz

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SpotPrints3D - Etsy - Official George Boom! Lather! Shaving Bowl: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4303731243/spot-print-x-mark-szorady-boom-lather

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ShaveSplash: https://www.shavesplash.com/

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The Black Coffee Life: https://theblackcoffeelife.com/

The Lockhorns: Someday We'll Look Back on This and Quickly Change the Subject: https://amzn.to/44JnsIh

The Lockhorns 2026 Laugh-a-Day Calendar: https://amzn.to/4midV2e

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Hamster Rally: [email protected]

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Ohio Wet Shavers Meetup: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/ohioshavemeetup/2026

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The Great Mid-Atlantic Wet Shavers Meetup - 2026: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1280985507294124/

Tobin Fetters: https://youtu.be/o57rqs4dWs4?si=2dPFk7kGj2joyYD0

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Allen Edmonds: https://www.allenedmonds.com/

Allen Edmonds Recrafting: https://www.allenedmonds.com/recrafting

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The Golden Age Wet Shaver: https://www.therazorcompany.com/products/heritage-hill-shave-company-the-golden-age-wet-shaver-shave-soap-4oz

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Stars and Stripes: https://brousseauanddov.com/product/stars-and-stripes/

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Ariana & Evans: Ariana & Evans: ⁠https://ariana-evans.myshopify.com/?ref=mark_szorady⁠

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INDYBRUSHWORX: https://www.etsy.com/shop/INDYBRUSHWORX

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Seaside Carousel: https://www.salveandoakco.com/products/seaside-carousel-timberline-shave-soap

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Christian Ortlepp Taisoto Duo: https://www.facebook.com/taisoto.care/videos/1073555958719437

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Phoenix Shaving: https://phoenixshaving.com?sca_ref=10734405.0I81yBfB5Dt

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I participate in the Amazon Affiliate program. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

My Amazon Product Page:

www.amazon.com/shop/markszorady

VIKINGS BLADE The Chieftain: https://amzn.to/37wfHbN​

The Emperor Adjustable, MEIJI Edition: https://amzn.to/2PhVyfM​

"30 degrees, a light touch, let the razor do all the work, gentlemen." TM