We've started a video series on YouTube. The 3 minute shaver will cover some of the basics of wet shaving and safety razor shaving. We'll highlight some Black Tie Razor Company products and do it quic …

Hard Shave Soaps vs. Soft Shave SoapsWhile one can be fans of both, this issue sometimes causes some confusion. The biggest difference, however, is simply a matter of lathering speed. Black Tie No. 13 …

The question we are asked most often is, "Why is shaving with a DE razor better?" Well, for those who know, it's quite obvious but for the majority of the rest of the western world who are still using …

Thanks to Steve for his permission to post this review on Badger & Blade. "I just traded a soap that caused irritation for some Black Tie Razor Company soap and scented oil. They sell only a …

In today's article we will explore the world of soap and, more specifically, shaving soap. The making of soap dates back thousands of years and is essentially the process of combining animal or vegeta …

Brushes made from animal hair will likely have a bad smell when new. Although the hair has been sterilized, this usually doesn't rid the hair completely of the animal smell. This is completely normal …

Black Tie Razor Company: A new twist on scents in shaving soap A few weeks back I was approached by John of Black Tie Razor Company about doing a review of thier new line of shave soap and shav …

Alrighty then, now you have a nice DE razor but you can’t use it until you have some blades. As with everything else, everyone has an opinion and you can read review after review and probably …

Now that you know what wet shaving is and have decided you want to “get in the game” what’s next? Well, you have some decisions to make. What razor, what blade, what brush, what soap, etc. In today’ …

Wet shaving, literally, is shaving using hot water to wet your skin. However, that’s not exactly the full story. In today’s vernacular, wet shaving refers to a more traditional way of shaving before …

From our friends over at Sharpologist.by Mantic59 originally, 7/28/14 It’s no secret that I think the Leisureguy’s Guide to Gourmet Shaving book is very useful to the shaver, beginner and ex …

'For those who know' - that's our slogan. If you already wet shave with a double edge (DE) razor, you know what we're talking about. If you don't yet, prepare to be enlightened. …