Thread: Putting prices into perspective

I can assure you Robin, that your mark up on the brands you hawk are quite high also. plus what one man pays is his right and if you can afford it why not? I like MDC cause in a blind test I can tell, and its what I like because its the one that does it for me, and as ive said many times its not expensive and the numbers prove that. I compared to that brand you were so high on M&T. its half the amount in the jar and its half the price, so its the same, and you can talk about ingredients all day long, they were no better than Arko. hell maybe because your affiliated with some of these products you are self proclaimed an expert on all the makings of soap or razors or brushes, yet maybe you have and issue with price because you cant afford it. not my fault or anyone else that you always take issue with others and their choices.

why do you even come here any more? troll on by and stir the crap, must be a German thing, Lynn,s the same. but your intitled to your opinion, but you may want to stop acting like your above us all here, I can assure you that your not above me. plus in person you wouldn't get snippy with me. we all like the info here, and yours is welcome, but I for one don't hold it is as much regard as you seem to. that's it and now ive got that off my chest, plus I don't think the soap you advertised is that good. by the way let go of the war man,, we won

Gentlemen,

Let's maintain our civility.

Everyone here on the forum is entitled to his opinion. That includes Robin. I read Robin's opening post, digested it, and then moved on. Agree or disagree with his opinion, I suggest moving on.

In the end, we're talking about shaving soap, not national security. In the wet shaving world, as you well know, opinions are opinions, and everyone is welcome to his opinion. For example, I like Martin de Candre, but some don't. That's fine with me. To each his own.

What's a good price for one shaver may not be for another. So I shrug my shoulders and pour myself another glass of wine.

Originally Posted by gugi

I am always tempted by the easy math problems since the hard ones are out of my league so I'll give it a try [...] both T&H and that shop in Scotland are paying £0.20 a puck.

Sorry, Ivan, I thought that had become clear earlier on: That is not a shop. That is a factory outlet. They make these soaps. Like Creightons allegedly make all the creams for the big English brands.

Originally Posted by Obie

Did you purchase this bundle on line or from a brick and mortar store? And where? I seem to have missed the source. Either way, you're lucky, my friend, for having such bundled European products are within reach for you.

Dear Obie, as stated previously, that is the factory outlet for Scottish Fine Soaps. Very much brick and mortar. Obviously, you need to go on site to shop there. N Main St, Carronshore, Falkirk FK2 8HT, UK.

Originally Posted by Obie

I hear mentioned the bundle consists of either Scottish Fine Soaps or Truefitt & Hill. I like Truefitt and Hill and not so Scottish Fine Soaps. Either way, that bundle is a fabulous bargain. Indeed, when you think about it, the markup on shaving products is astronomical.

It is T&H made by SFS. Just like Klar Seifen are an OEM for various other brands. But if you think that markup is astronomical, think again. I also bought a few pucks of a well known, massively hyped Italian soap there. Same price. Speaking of putting prices into perspective...

Originally Posted by Obie

Good show, Robin. Indeed, a good find.

Truth be told, I have been telling you guys about that outlet for years. Granted, it's a wee bit off the beaten track, but still...

Originally Posted by tcrideshd

I can assure you Robin, that your mark up on the brands you hawk are quite high also.

I cannot remember "hawking" any brands. Links, or it never happened.

Originally Posted by tcrideshd

and you can talk about ingredients all day long, they were no better than Arko.

You have absolutely no idea what you are talking about, my friend.

Originally Posted by tcrideshd

hell maybe because your affiliated with some of these products you are self proclaimed an expert on all the makings of soap or razors or brushes, yet maybe you have and issue with price because you cant afford it.

I can see that you have difficulty writing in English. But can you maybe read it? If so, you might find this article here helpful.

Originally Posted by tcrideshd

why do you even come here any more?

Because I believe that people with an IQ > 80 will find some background information I provide useful. I realise that this puts you firmly outside the target group, but I am sure you can still contribute valuable insights into the finer points of honing. You know, the really challenging stuff?

Originally Posted by tcrideshd

by the way let go of the war man,, we won

Really? I think I have some alternative facts, and a wall to sell to you. ��

And that's it. Obie is right. Life is too short to waste time with futile arguments.

Robin,

Thanks for your thoughts.

Man, I'd love to go to that store. I'd probably go nuts buying up the place. And when I return home, I'll find the dearly beloved standing over my bed with an ax. OY!

And so, gentlemen, we've said everything that needs be set about this topic. Let's move on.

Thanks.

OK when things get personal it's all she wrote here.