We used to have a small chain in the local malls called Chesapeake Knife and Tool that I would go to and oogle the new Dovo's and TI's. It's also where I got my first strop. Alas, they went out of business some time ago.

I discovered Proraso, my favorite economical soap in the little green puck available at Target -- no longer stocked -- Proraso is redoing their line.

I discovered Burt's Bees Bay Rum aftershave balm, my favorite. Burts no longer produces it.

It seems like all my shaving needs will have to be filled through mail order. I know there are suitable replacements for what I can't get anymore. I plan to try Aubrey Organics Spice Island aftershave balm and Pirate's Cove soaps in the near future, but I miss being able to go to a local store and pick up what I like.