Thread: What does a scuttle do?

I do not understand what a scuttle is or does or even how it is different from a mug.
What are the advantages/ disadvantages?
Can anyone help me out?

There are 2 main types of scuttles. First, you have the old style, which has a space for hot water in the bottom (with a spout for dipping the brush) and on top, a space for a cake of soap (with holes in the bottom to allow the extra water to drain out). These are sometimes called "Victorian" scuttles--they were popular back then before many houses had running water for shaving.

The second style are the dual compartment (double boiler) style. Do a search for Moss, Super Scuttle, or Georgetown Pottery--you'll find lots of info there. Basically, they have a "bowl portion" in the center for lathering/brushes and an inner compartment filled through a seperate hole that holds hot water inside to keep the lather warm throughout the shave. The Super Scuttle also has a brush tap for water.

I have the victorian scuttle and enjoy using it alot.

I have a large MOSS scuttle and use it daily. Don't know how I got along without one before. Warm lather from start to finish.

LIMIT

Originally Posted by LIMIT

I have a large MOSS scuttle and use it daily. Don't know how I got along without one before. Warm lather from start to finish.

LIMIT

+1

I have and use the small Moss Scuttle. It is one of those items that are beautiful from a design and functional perspective. Very low tech, but it keeps the lather warm throughout the shave.

I love my Moss Scuttle. I don't mix lather in a bowl so it is perfect for keeping the suds warm as I go though a shave.

Have fun,

Lynn