Aftershave : That nostalgic true masculine smell!

[univibe88]

Does anyone else associate this brand of Clubman with the barber shop? I also use this version of their talcum powder.

Yes, it smells exactly like a barber shop! I picked some up today, along with some classic Old Spice after shave. I'm going to give them both a spin (not at the same time obviously.)

The Clubman has a little security wrapper on the top that says "It is illegal to refill this bottle or tamper with the stopper. Violators will be prosecuted." I thought that was a bit odd.

 

[John in Covina]

The Clubman has a little security wrapper on the top that says "It is illegal to refill this bottle or tamper with the stopper. Violators will be prosecuted." I thought that was a bit odd.

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It is to preclude a barbershop or other commercial use like the restroom attendant from refilling the bottle with a lesser brand.

 

[Ethan Bentley]

Thanks for all the tips, I have no chosen a new scent, my last choice was discontinued.

 

[BinkieBaumont]

"I love "Vol De Nuit" (Night Flight) by Guerlaine, although, Im not sure if i am prejudice because of the "Flacon" it comes in which has a symbol of an Aeroplanes propeller in relief on the front" I dont wear it very often, but sometimes I just like to take a "Wiff" of it before I leave for the Office"

Launched in 1933 & Named after a famous French novel

 

[BinkieBaumont]

Thanks for all the tips, I have no chosen a new scent, my last choice was discontinued.

"What was Monsieur's selection, prey tell?"

 

[Ethan Bentley]

"What was Monsieur's selection, prey tell?"

I went for Old Spice and I must say I have had many a pleasant reaction but as long as my wife likes it I'm fine.

Another consideration was that it had been around for so long, hopefully it won't be discontinued any time soon.

That is a fine bottle for the Vol de Nuit is that a sort of grey/charcoal glass?

 

[jamespowers]

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[redavis001]

Aftershave

I love bay rum aftershave and was wondering if anyone had any recommendations.

 

[rmrdaddy]

You have quite a selection to choose from sir.
I myself have used versions from Pinauds, C.O. Bigelow, Dominica, and Ogalalla with favorable results. I've also concocted a homebrew version which I use as a splash immediately after shaving. Differing brands of bay rum tend to focus on differnt elements of the brew. Some are spicier, some have a more vanilla quality, some burn like the dickens...
My process has been to try as many as I can get my hands on!

 

[redavis001]

Used Pinauds, for years. Love it.
Can't find the C.O. Bigelow to purchase. What to try it.
Used Royall as well my favourite.

Tried making my own, a disaster. Just smell like an alcoholic.

Thanks for the other recommendations. Will try to find Ogalalla.

 

[Cigarband]

I've tried them all, and always come back to St.Johns Bay.
https://www.stjohnsbayrum.com/default.asp

 

[Alex Oviatt]

My favorite is (was) by Floris, but they don't seem to make it anymore, so I now use Bay Rum from D.R. Harris. ST. John's and Royall are both great--Have used them both.

 

[rmrdaddy]

Ogalalla has a strange but real offer. One Dollar US gets you a 2 oz. sample of their bay rum. Shipping is $4.80, but there it is...
http://www.usfreeads.com/catalogs/363692/item1072834.html

They do offer a few different bay rum variants as well. This sampler:
http://www.usfreeads.com/catalogs/363692/item867653.html

is only $15.95 and lets you sample them all.

 

[Lamplight]

I love Ogallala. Make sure to shake it up first!

 

[Edward]

Can't help you, I'm afraid - I stopped wearing aftershave when I was finally old enough to need to shave regularly. [huh]

Are there any benefits (other than the perceived benefit of the smell) to aftershave nowadays, or has it evolved into a men's parfum? I use an alum block following shaving, but if there was any benefit in also using some sort of post-shave lotion on top of that I might experiment, providing I could find an unscented one.

 

[TheLimey]

I use Old Spice, because hell, who doesn't want to smell like Bruce Campbell

 

[*martini*time*]

I use Old Spice, because hell, who doesn't want to smell like Bruce Campbell

lol :eusa_clap
It's funny because i know just what you're talking about

 

[jamespowers]

I use Old Spice, because hell, who doesn't want to smell like Bruce Campbell

lol lol lol lol lol If I could remember all the crap he said and recite it like that that would be good enough.

 

[sparks]

clubman: pinaud
bay rum

old spice
aqua velva

 

[jamespowers]

clubman: pinaud
bay rum

I use that one every morning. My son gets some too.