Quote Originally Posted by JDCAL29 View Post
I'm slowly getting the hang of the straight razor shaving, and I am wondering if it really matters if I use a different aftershave than the one I use/used for safety razor shaving, which is a basic Gillette Gel. I'm on a budget with this stuff, so if it really makes a difference, can someone give me some "cheap" aftershaves that are good for straight shaving? Thanks - Jim (JDCAL29)
It really doesn't make any difference what aftershave you use. Whatever floats your boat.

If you want a change of pace from the Gillette aftershave, try Pinaud. It comes in a variety of scents--Clubman, Bay Rum, etc. They're readily available at your local drugstore or on the internet, they smell good and they're relatively inexpensive.

Another good inexpensive aftershave is Booster (Canadian). I like their Polar Ice fragrance, but like Pinaud it comes in a variety of scents.