Wet Shaving Talk For 9 March 2026

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 March 9th, 2026. ____________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: A Sad Day For Vendors: Bullgoose Shaving Closing May 1st  Razor Emporium's Meet-Up First Line Shave's Wagyu Soap Base Rocnel MC Series  ___________________________________________________________________________ A Sad Day For Vendors: Bullgoose Shaving Closing May 1st The owner, Phil Huntsinger, shared the following details regarding the closure: Reason: The decision was made because the company chose not to renew its lease, with the owner stating "the juice is no longer worth the squeeze". Final Inventory: The shop will not be restocking items, though it plans for one final release of Ascender razors before shutting down. History: The business is closing after 17 years of operation since its founding in 2009. _______________________________________________________________________ Razor Emporium's 2026 Meet-Up   The 5th Annual Arizona Shavers Meetup, hosted by Razor Emporium, took place on Saturday, February 21, 2026.    Event Details Location: Razor Emporium, 210 S. 37th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85304 (near Sky Harbor Airport). Time: 9:00 AM – All Day. Admission: Free and family-friendly. Attendance: Over 100 wet shaving enthusiasts were expected for this celebration of traditional shaving and craftsmanship.    Key Highlights & Activities Demonstrations: Live razor plating (gold and nickel), soap making, and aftershave making classes. Exclusives: A limited-edition 2026 Shave Meet Up Shaving Soap was released, featuring a "desert-born" fragrance profile of citrus (tangerine, lemon, grapefruit) with notes of lavender, clove, and oud. Shop Tours: Behind-the-scenes tours of Razor Emporium's inner workings, including their CNC machinery. Community: A "Pay it Forward" trade table, free raffle prizes, a food truck, and a photobooth were available on-site. Vendors: Artisans and figures from the community attended, including representatives from Sharpologist, Ohio Shaves, Ariana and Evans, and Frugal Shave.    An official recap video of the event was released by Razor Emporium following the meetup.  ____________________________________________________________________________ First Line Shave: Imperial Wagyu Tallow Shave Soap       First Line Shave's Imperial Wagyu Tallow Shave Soap is a premium, high-performance wet shaving soap featuring rare Wagyu beef tallow for exceptional glide, moisture, and skin protection.    Released around June 2025, this soap is known for producing a dense, creamy, and nourishing lather. Popular scents include Autumnal Equinox and St. Louis Barbershop.  Key details about First Line Shave Imperial Wagyu: Performance: Described as a significant improvement over previous bases, offering excellent cushion for straight razor users. Key Ingredients: Features Wagyu tallow, goat's milk, shea butter, and various oils for superior skin hydration.   Scent Profiles:   Autumnal Equinox: Notes of cinnamon, apple, pepper wood, tobacco, incense, and cedar. Fallout: A dark, masculine scent inspired by "Tuxedo".   Availability: Retails for roughly $25.99 for a 4 oz tub at The Shave Supply.   ___________________________________________________________________________ Rocnel MC Series Razor   The Rocnel MC Series (often referred to by enthusiasts as the "Master Collection") represents the pinnacle of craftsmanship from the Turkish manufacturer Rocnel. These razors are known for their extreme precision, limited production runs, and use of luxury watchmaking techniques.  The series primarily features the Sailor Series Adjustable razor, which is widely considered one of the most over-engineered and high-performing adjustable safety razors on the market.  Key Features and Construction Precision Engineering:  Each razor consists of approximately 14 separate machined parts and is produced using ultra-precision CNC machines and luxury watch production techniques.Premium Materials:  Most models are forged from AISI 316L Stainless Steel, though rare limited editions have been produced in Pure Copper or Titanium Grade 5.Adjustability: The Sailor models typically offer multiple levels of aggressiveness (often 5 to 8 settings), ranging from very mild to highly efficient.Heft and Presence:  These razors are exceptionally heavy; for instance, the 2026 MC 2026 MC Series weighs approximately 146 grams, while copper editions can reach up to 193 grams.Available Models and Variations The "MC" designation is applied to Rocnel's most refined collector-tier releases.2026 Mc Series (316 l Steel) in Stock2026 Mc Series (316 l Steel) in Stock$1,325.95(€1,150.00)According to rocnel.com, this model features a new watered carbon steel locking mechanism and an anchor figure engraved on the handle base.It is currently in stock at rocnel.com for $1,325.95. ___________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by Sharpologist.com, "What Your Father Didn't Teach You about Shaving"  Special Thanks to:   Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!!   Don't forget to check out my blog site www.shavestraightandsafe.com  for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories!   Please feel free to contact me at [email protected]     Subscribe to my You Tube Chanel for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content.   Don't forget to check out my book "The Modern Guide to Straight Razor Shaving" available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and at Pasteur's Pharmacy in NYC.    If you're a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!!