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by Naples or London?
Sun Dec 08, 2013 5:49 pm
Forum: Elegant Living
Topic: Watches
Replies: 33
Views: 2890

Re: Watches

Apologies- exposing my lack of knowledge re: chronometer vs chronograph. As always I learn more and more each time I post here! Very much looking forward to this watch incoming- I shall try to post some pictures when it arrives. Best wishes Paul
by Naples or London?
Thu Dec 05, 2013 8:53 pm
Forum: Elegant Living
Topic: Watches
Replies: 33
Views: 2890

Re: Watches

Both the JLC and the IWC are great watches - many congrats and much enjoyment to you both wearing them. I have just been through the process of trying to decide on what "keeper" to go for and have plumped for something I did not expect when I started on the journey. I have ordered an Omega Speedmast...
by Naples or London?
Wed Feb 27, 2013 10:43 pm
Forum: Elegant Living
Topic: Shaving soap
Replies: 89
Views: 10660

Re: Shaving soap

Robert - thanks so much. I think I will go for a folding variety (little children poking around in cupboards when no-one looking......) and disposable to begin with. Would you suggest Kai rather than Feather for the actual razor itself, as well as the blade? Are they better balanced in your opinion....
by Naples or London?
Sun Feb 24, 2013 10:44 pm
Forum: Elegant Living
Topic: Shaving soap
Replies: 89
Views: 10660

Re: Shaving soap

thankyou robert - i will investigate further..... always slightly put off by the (perhaps incorrect) assumption of extra work/time investment with a single. My wife gets frustrated enough with my routine and 2 toddlers to control!
Best wishes
Paul
by Naples or London?
Thu Feb 21, 2013 8:24 pm
Forum: Elegant Living
Topic: Shaving soap
Replies: 89
Views: 10660

Re: Shaving soap

I would echo Costi's comments regarding SMN shaving cream. I have previously used Trumpers, Taylors etc as well as more available supermarket brands such as King of Shaves. Santa Maria Novelli is a revelation. Yes, it seems more expensive than some alternatives, however the jar is large and mine has...
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Thu Feb 21, 2013 7:48 pm
Forum: Elegant Living
Topic: Modern Brits
Replies: 17
Views: 962

Re: Modern Brits

I haven't laughed as much in ages......it was either that or cry. NJS is quite right; this is indicative of modern Britain - lauding the superficial and inconsequential. Is this is the only "industry" left. Thankyou Mr Cowell et al....