Shaving.ie

Cabaal · 30-08-2009 9:08pm #1

I hope shaving.ie doesn't mind, I thought I;d start this thread for discussion of the site.

I;ve not ordered from them yet but a number of people have been very happy with the services provided by shaving.ie.

Anyway I thought I'd suggest some feedback and see what else anyone else might have as feedback.

My first suggestion is a simple one, we can create a/c's on shaving.ie but one simple thing that kind of annoys me is you don't appear to be easily able to log back into it without going through the checkout.

Any chance of putting a Login or My account link on the top right hand corner of the main page ala play.com, or perhaps just add it to the main menu?

Adding this my account option would allow people to easily log in and view wishlists etc, orders ec.

Spudzz · 31-08-2009 6:39pm

Have tried to order some stuff from this site "would like to support our own"but when I click on the product I require, all that comes up on the next page is the product information,and asking me for a review of that product.
Cannot seem to find the shopping cart on this site.

Cabaal · 31-08-2009 6:44pm

Spudzz wrote: »

Have tried to order some stuff from this site "would like to support our own"but when I click on the product I require, all that comes up on the next page is the product information,and asking me for a review of that product.
Cannot seem to find the shopping cart on this site.

Your right the add-to-cart option is not showing in either Firefox or IE for me

Gran Hermano · 31-08-2009 6:57pm

I also thought it was a Firefox/IE problem when I went looking for a tub of TOBs avocado earlier and couldnt see the add to cart on any products, check the home page, looks like he's on his hols for a week.

Tzetze · 01-09-2009 12:13am

I was very impressed by the service from Chris at shaving.ie, he certainly knows how to treat his customers. I'm sure he'll welcome the constructive criticism.

As well as the points already made, I'd like to see Laser payments added to the site. It was already brought up in the safety razors thread, and is to be implemented in the future. Just hope it's sooner rather than later.

bothyhead · 01-09-2009 6:43pm

Tzetze wrote: »

I was very impressed by the service from Chris at shaving.ie, he certainly knows how to treat his customers.

+1

I bought some blades from him last week. It was my first time ordering from this site, and it was a very positive experience.

He also informed me that he would have more stock by the end of September. Happy days!

bothyhead · 01-09-2009 6:50pm

Cabaal wrote: »

Your right the add-to-cart option is not showing in either Firefox or IE for me

I successfully ordered last week using Firefox. I'm guessing that Chris has switched off the order feature until he's back on the 12th. I'm not sure if this is a good idea, but the flip-side is that if he didn't switch it off he'd be getting hounded every day by people wondering where their orders have gone to.

Spudzz · 01-09-2009 8:14pm

Fair enough if he is on hols:mad:):,will give him an order when he comes back.

Gran Hermano · 01-09-2009 8:43pm

Spudzz wrote: »

Fair enough if he is on hols:mad:):,will give him an order when he comes back.

I doubt you'll be waiting long once Chris is back, I've placed two orders and both were next day delivery in Dublin.

Excellent service and I'll use again.

Old'n'Cranky · 02-09-2009 6:15am

Gran Hermano wrote: »

I doubt you'll be waiting long once Chris is back, I've placed two orders and both were next day delivery in Dublin.

Excellent service and I'll use again.

I'm in Dublin as well and I ordered at lunchtime and was shaving with my new razor on Tuesday evening, a very positive experience and I will be buying from him again

Sean Quagmire · 02-09-2009 10:42am

Another satisfied customer here. got all my kit yesterday and used a safety razor for the first time last night and it was excellent, really chuffed with it. got the multi razor pack too to try them all out.

I was using the parker 65r with a derby blade and it was ten times better than a mach 3. one thing perhaps someone can tell me, when I load the blade and twist the head, do i twist it tight or just enough? seems the tighter i turned the more the blade was pushed down. i had it tightend just a bit and it seemed fine, blade was a tiny bit flared.

Amalgam · 03-09-2009 7:35am

Just a small niggle, if an item is not in stock or back-ordered, then that should replace the price in red, as a word, instead of a blank space where the price would be. Your eye doesn't always pick up on that, it's annoying.

Shaving.ie will get some business from me after their holidays!

Cabaal · 09-09-2009 12:24pm

Still no add to cart option, he's still on holidays eh?

Old'n'Cranky · 09-09-2009 12:34pm

Cabaal wrote: »

Still no add to cart option, he's still on holidays eh?

It says on the website he's off until the 12th......

Cabaal · 09-09-2009 1:09pm

OldnCranky wrote: »

It says on the website he's off until the 12th......

ah I see that now, least it says that now

yabadabado · 13-09-2009 11:52am

Still cant order!does anyone know when it will be back up

coolmoose · 13-09-2009 6:26pm

Tomorrow i would imagine, next business day after the holidays?

Cabaal · 14-09-2009 6:43pm

Add to cart is back in business

Gran Hermano · 14-09-2009 7:08pm

Cabaal wrote: »

Add to cart is back in business

Must resist urge...

Amalgam · 14-09-2009 7:10pm

F5 F5 Open Comb..

Gran Hermano · 14-09-2009 7:19pm

Amalgam wrote: »

F5 F5 Open Comb..

Open combs tend to be more aggressive than the slants. Have you tried a slant yet? The 39c is a beast but great for removing a couple of days growth but no way I can use two days in a row. If the combs are more aggressive than I don't know how often I'd use.

I'm tempted to pick up some Muhles to compare to the Merkurs but you guys got me thinking they're rather short handled! I'll be helping a recent convert order his first DE tomorrow so will no doubt be adding to the basket.

Amalgam · 14-09-2009 7:31pm

The comb on the MÜHLE is shorter than the Merkur. The teeth seem to be just a bit thinner on the MÜHLE too.

From what I can make out, it is easier to control the open comb, because it is just that, open and even, whereas a slant..

I think I'm done for razors once I have the holy trinity. Closed. Open. Slant.

My final big spending session will be a luxury shaving brush. I'll wait till I have the Flu and accidentally order a Plisson.. that'll be my excuse. Blame the virus.

Amalgam · 15-09-2009 7:17pm

Some of the Merkur razors are back in stock, the 1904 comes in at under 20 euro, delivery included.

Shaving.ie · 15-09-2009 11:32pm

Things are slowly getting back on track and I have a few things to add to the site (Jet Lag!). I will just answer a few of the questions raised in previous posts and also thanks to Cabaal for opening up this thread for feedback.

@ Cabaal: The Login and Wish List should now be back on the top of the screen hopefully. Maybe there has been a problem with Firefox displaying correctly but I will do some more browser testing and look out for bugs.

@ Spudzz, Gran Hermano, bothyhead: I disabled the add to cart while I was away as I would not be properly able to fulfil orders or respond to emails in good time. I also did not want people waiting such a long time to receive their orders.

@ Tzetze: Laser payments are being looked into however the two major options each have their draw backs but it is definitely on the cards for the future.

@ Sean Quagmire: The razor should be tightened all the way until it is closed.

I hope that covers everything so far. There will be a few Merkur open combs when I get the chance to update them tomorrow also.

Amalgam · 16-09-2009 3:32pm

I can't order sadly..

This isn't an issue with shaving.ie.

The main 'problem' with using a virtual VISA card from 3V, is that, once you've used more than 6 or 7 virtual VISA numbers through a merchant using PayPal, as I have, your address is blocked.

You don't have to be a PayPal member, but once you've used 6 or 7 cards, in the eyes of PayPal, you're flagged and blocked.

I have no issues with using my 3V cards with non PayPal payment systems.

Pity.

The 11C is in stock and just sitting there, waiting to be picked up..

Sean Quagmire · 16-09-2009 4:03pm

I have a 3V card and never use it. Paypal is just anoying as it take 2/3 days to top up. Although if shaving.ie had a lazer option id have no money left

Spudzz · 17-09-2009 7:41pm

Received my first order from Chris to day,and I must say it was a pleasure to do business with him.
Ordered my items on Mon and Tues of this week,received both today Thurs.
Great STUFF:D

yabadabado · 17-09-2009 10:05pm

just like to say it was a pleasure dealing with shaving.ie.ordered monday night and received my goods on wednesday morning.

Cabaal · 11-10-2009 9:11pm

I know there's healing stuff on the site but any chance of getting alum blocks at some poiint in the future?

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Shaving.ie · 11-10-2009 9:58pm

Cabaal wrote: »

I know there's healing stuff on the site but any chance of getting alum blocks at some poiint in the future?

I have actually been talking to Osma Labs in France recently about getting this very type of Alum block. I find it is quite expensive and am looking at alternatives so I can offer it at a more reasonable price. I would hope it will become available in some form before the end of the year.

bothyhead · 12-10-2009 6:30pm

Shaving.ie wrote: »

I have actually been talking to Osma Labs in France recently about getting this very type of Alum block. I find it is quite expensive and am looking at alternatives so I can offer it at a more reasonable price. I would hope it will become available in some form before the end of the year.

What's the difference between the alum block and a styptic pencil?

Shaving.ie · 12-10-2009 6:38pm

bothyhead wrote: »

What's the difference between the alum block and a styptic pencil?

Alum Blocks are 100% pure Alum but a styptic can be a mixture of astringents.

Gran Hermano · 12-10-2009 7:12pm

bothyhead wrote: »

What's the difference between the alum block and a styptic pencil?

A styptic pencil is pretty much used for just sealing cuts quickly whereas you can use an alum block for not only treating small nicks but also to help tone
and condition your skin post-shave. I alternate between using witch-hazel or alum daily after a post-shave cold water rinse. Just make sure to use the alum
on a damp face.

Amalgam · 12-10-2009 7:25pm

Minor weepers react much better to a styptic pencil I find, because it quite probably has other active ingredients, some styptic pencils can be solid, ohers a tad powdery, or even a powder dispenser.

Shaving.ie's right to point out the price issue with Osma, it is a very basic ingredient\product, there's not going to be much variance.. There's a block in the bathroom cabinet, from another family member, for under the arms, as far as I can tell. Doesn't seem to be coloured or fragranced in any way, a basic anti perspirant.

I had my first straight shave under the World Trade Center, mid 90's. Not the best experience, a lot of styptic use after, in powder form, dabbed from a tube. I didn't even ask, once the haircut was done, out came the straight.. :eek:

Amalgam · 12-10-2009 7:30pm

I forgot to ask, how are the 'alternative payment options' for the website coming along, any rough time estimate?

Shaving.ie · 12-10-2009 10:20pm

Amalgam wrote: »

I forgot to ask, how are the 'alternative payment options' for the website coming along, any rough time estimate?

Its nearly ready to launch. I just need to do some final testing to make sure there are no issues and it should be good to go over the next day or so.

Shaving.ie · 15-10-2009 6:15pm

Laser payments have now been securely integrated into the site which should bring it up to speed with what people need. The new system should also handle 3v cards if paypal has been a problem in the past. Sorry it took a little longer to get it running but the system has finally been activated to live status. Thanks again to all who suggested it.

bothyhead · 15-10-2009 6:30pm

Thanks for the explanations re: styptic vs alum block.

I had to reach for a styptic pencil this morning - man those feathers can be sharp

It was my first cut after about a month's use, so I reckon I must be doing something right.

tinner777 · 16-10-2009 1:44pm

just got my first open comb, roll on wednesday!!

Cabaal · 16-10-2009 1:51pm

tinner777 wrote: »

just got my first open comb, roll on wednesday!!

why wednesday?

tinner777 · 16-10-2009 2:25pm

Cabaal wrote: »

why wednesday?

post monday, to cork wednesday, i reckon

Cabaal · 16-10-2009 8:52pm

tinner777 wrote: »

post monday, to cork wednesday, i reckon

Ah now I get you, might put in a order myself during the weekend

CrowdedHouse · 19-10-2009 9:56am

Excellent service again.
Ordered an 11C and Speick AS on Friday-arrived this morning with some free blade samples as well.

Cabaal · 19-10-2009 11:55am

I placed my order during the weekend
This is pretty much what I ordered

* 1 x Proraso Pre and Post Shaving Cream
* 1 x Proraso Liquid Cream Aftershave Balm
* 1 x Derby Extra DE Razor Blades
(Bulk Discount: 5 Blades (1 Pack))
* 1 x Proraso Shaving Soap Bowl
* 1 x Parker 91R Three Piece Razor
* 1 x Muhle Aloe Vera Shaving Soap
* 1 x Muhle Black Shaving Mug
* 1 x Speick After Shave Lotion with Witch Hazel
* 1 x Proraso Glycerin Face Soap
* 1 x Semogue 620 Boar Brush

Shaving.ie · 19-10-2009 4:08pm

Cabaal wrote: »

I know there's healing stuff on the site but any chance of getting alum blocks at some poiint in the future?

I just received this today and it worked out a bit cheaper than the Osma version and is slightly larger at 100g. Thanks for the suggestion.

Sean Quagmire · 19-10-2009 5:24pm

Chris, do you have any plans to add straight razors to your selection?

Gran Hermano · 19-10-2009 6:22pm

Another suggestion if I may, I've had several people ask me to spec out a starter kit for DE shaving and it'd be useful and convenient if I could just link them to the one page with all needed.

Proraso cream. HD or Progress. Semogue Boar and blade samples is what I'm thinking.
One of the UK stores has starter kits where you can alter the choices and it works well.

I plan on picking up a few kits as Christmas gifts and know others looking to do the same. Based on nothing but good service from yourselves in the past I'll be looking at buying again and recommending you.

Amalgam · 19-10-2009 6:56pm

Gran Hermano wrote: »

Another suggestion if I may, I've had several people ask me to spec out a starter kit for DE shaving and it'd be useful and convenient if I could just link them to the one page with all needed.

Proraso cream. HD or Progress. Semogue Boar and blade samples is what I'm thinking.
One of the UK stores has starter kits where you can alter the choices and it works well.

I plan on picking up a few kits as Christmas gifts and know others looking to do the same. Based on nothing but good service from yourselves in the past I'll be looking at buying again and recommending you.

The Parker 91R is meant to be perfectly acceptable, that could make a potential Shaving.ie kit 'Budget' priced, compared to a Merkur branded razor.

Cabaal · 19-10-2009 7:30pm

Gran Hermano wrote: »

Another suggestion if I may, I've had several people ask me to spec out a starter kit for DE shaving and it'd be useful and convenient if I could just link them to the one page with all needed.

You could create a wishlist on your shaving.ie account and then make it public.

This would then give you a handy link to give people

such as https://www.shaving.ie/wishlist.php?publicwishlist=bf77a8b134706984d9dbb99bef31174e

One suggestion for shaving.ie I have in relation to the existing wishlist is the ability to simply either add wishlist to cart where it adds everything to the shopping cart allowing you to easily buy it (at present the only other option is to open each item and add to cart)

or

Like the above but you must tick the specific items in the wishlist and then click add to cart.

whata think?

Oh I see you got alum blocks in stock...nice

Cabaal · 19-10-2009 7:31pm

Sean Quagmire wrote: »

Chris, do you have any plans to add straight razors to your selection?

I was just going to post the same question today, its something I'd like to buy at some stage in the future

Shaving.ie · 19-10-2009 10:56pm

@ Sean Quagmire & Cabaal: Yes its something I am currently researching. If you have anything in mind or suggestions for models that have caught your eye I will bear it in mind.

@ Gran Hermano: Great idea, I will put a few kits together at some stage soon.

Shaving.ie

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