You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is February 10th, 2025.
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Today on the Show:
Honing Some Razors this Past Week
I was asked “Why do I Wet Shave”
Karve Shaving Currently Not Accepting US Orders (Temporarily)
Leaf Shaving Has A New Brush and Shaving Bowl
Received a new Synthetic Brush from AOS
Thoughts and Prayers for Rudy from Rudy Vey
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Why Do I Wet Shave?Last week I was asked by a friend “Why do I Wet Shave”
Well…… it’s a long story. I’ll tell you my response.
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Karve Shaving Not Taking US Orders (Temporarily)
Karve has announced they will not be taking new US orders due to the recent tariff situation. All existing orders will be fulfilled.
As of now, no other vendor from Canada has announced any changes.
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Leaf Shaving New Brush and Shaving Bowl
I love the design of this new brush and bowl from Leaf. I’ll tell you my thoughts.
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Received New Brush from AOSI received the new AOS Synthetic brush in a shaving kit for Christmas. I was very disappointed. As a fan of AOS products for over 10 years, I feel their product selection and quality has changed significantly. I’ll tell you my thoughts.
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Thought and Prayers for Rudy of RudyVey
Rudy from RudyVey Shaving and Pens, had a minor stroke over the holiday season. As one of the first custom shave brush makers in modern wet shaving, Rudy has been making brushes for over 13 years.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to him and his family!
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