Thread: I feel stupid asking, but I have to...

Question for those who use the black oil applicator: how much oil do you put in the bottom? And how "soft" should the tip be?

I put some camellia oil in the bottom and the wicky/tip is still stiff so it leaves an uneven coat on the blade. Wanted to see if my tip was normal or if I needed more oil. (Consequently, I also asked this question on prom night.)

Thanks!

I had the bright idea to get an envelope moistener from Staples because they were really cheap and I didn't want to pay shipping cost on one dumb black bottle. So I put the mineral oil in the bottle and a couple of days later the sponge came loose from the bottle... You get what you pay for. Anyway...I still keep the little sponge on top of the bottle and when I am ready to oil the blade, I moisten the sponge with the mineral oil and apply it to the blade.

Btw, does anyone use sewing machine oil on their razors?

Originally Posted by mloyd

I had the bright idea to get an envelope moistener from Staples because they were really cheap and I didn't want to pay shipping cost on one dumb black bottle. So I put the mineral oil in the bottle and a couple of days later the sponge came loose from the bottle... You get what you pay for. Anyway...I still keep the little sponge on top of the bottle and when I am ready to oil the blade, I moisten the sponge with the mineral oil and apply it to the blade.

Btw, does anyone use sewing machine oil on their razors?

I use the envelope moistener also, but I've had better luck than you. Mine has lasted many many shaves and oil applications.

must have been bad luck...

Maybe this could help. Lynn gives a few answers to your question

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=