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by Fendrihan November 6, 2013September 22, 2023

Movember 2013 in Canada – History and Rules

Gentlemen! Prepare to start your moustaches! During November 2013 become a Mo Bro and join the worldwide fight against prostate cancer. Grow a moustache and join the tens of thousands of men worldwide who are united in raising donations to fight and beat this cancer. History of Movember What is Movember? This is a movement that began its humble origins by a group of 30 men in Australia in 2003 to help raise awareness and obtain sponsors and donations to…

by Fendrihan March 1, 2013January 29, 2019

The Very Best Men’s Shavers Featured in NewsMax Magazine

Men are rediscovering the comfort and ease of a double-edged safety razor according to Steve Goldstone, writing The Very Best column in NewsMax’s March 2013 edition.

by Fendrihan July 13, 2012January 30, 2019

What Artificial Hones Are Available Today?

DMT Dia-Sharp Diamond Sharpeners and Bench Stones DMT stands for Diamond Machining Technology. DMT Dia-Sharp Diamond Sharpeners are ideal for straight razor users because they require no maintenance. Users do not soak, oil or lap these precision-made diamond plate hones. The surface of these hones remains consistent throughout years of use thanks to sturdy construction and materials. There are several different types of hones by DMT. The DMT Dia-Sharp Bench Stone is available as a coarse hone that comes in…

by Fendrihan July 11, 2012January 30, 2019

What Makes Artificial Hones Different?

When it comes to sharpening a straight razor, men can choose between natural hones and artificial hones. Artificial hones pose a greater variety of choices and greater availability. Unlike natural hones, which are mined from quarries, artificial hones are manufactured so their availability is virtually unlimited. When demand exceeds supply, manufacturers can simply produce more. Of course, supply is not the only way in which artificial hones have the edge on their natural counterparts. Artificial hones are more consistent when…

by Fendrihan July 10, 2012January 30, 2019

Know Your Hones: Natural or Artificial?

There are two basic types of hones, natural hones and artificial hones, however, they both serve the same purpose, to sharpen straight razors in between uses. In addition, there are many different variations within the two main categories of hones. Hones are also commonly known as sharpening stones. Some common natural hones are Belgian Yellow Coticule or Belgian Blue Coticule. The names of these hones accurately reflect what they are, both in origin and in substance. These stones are mined…

by Fendrihan February 26, 2012January 30, 2019

Would You Like To Swing From A Star?

Or at least head towards the heavens on one of those big birds for a long-awaited vacation? Perhaps, instead, the vacation will need to wait until you finish that series of important business trips ensuring the success of your latest venture. One thing is certain, however, on a regular basis you leave home and the comforting grooming rituals you have developed. You value beginning your mornings rejuvenated and ending your evenings relaxed and ready for rest. But travel forces a…

by Fendrihan February 10, 2012January 30, 2019

Feather Japan: A Modern Answer to an Age Old Problem

The technical superiority of a straight razor converts many men from the ranks of disposable razor users to the rich yet simple joy of straight-razor shaving. The pace of morning grooming slows a bit, all to the good, as the straight-razor man takes the time to truly know his face and develop his own shaving rhythm. But the quickened pulse of modern life sometimes intrudes on even this most intimate of personal moments, and the pleasurable communion between man and…

by Fendrihan February 4, 2012January 30, 2019

DOVO: True As Solingen Steel

DOVO Solingen was one of those initial product lines we added to the Fendrihan Store way back when we were first trying to build an inventory of wet shaving staples. It seems a long time has gone by since then (at least in internet years), but our reverence for DOVO endures. DOVO is a traditional, world-renowned company that specializes in grooming products for both men and women. It was founded back in the beginning of the 20th century (1906, to…

by Fendrihan July 25, 2011January 30, 2019

The Fendrihan Shave on Maximum Fitness Magazine

Maximum Fitness is a self-described no B.S. essential guide to fitness and health for the busy man. Besides in-depth workout advice, they routinely cover topics such as fitness, health, nutrition, weight loss, supplements, sex and training tips and tricks. Fendrihan’s shaving and grooming products recently made it to this fit magazine’s pages. Our Merkur Double-Edge Safety Razors were reviewed in their “Get Your Gear On” section as one of the ways to get the best shave. MaxFit considered them one…

by Fendrihan February 18, 2011December 28, 2022

SHARP, Fendrihan and Grooming 101

Today’s myriad choices of products and services targeted at men might seem daunting to navigate. There seems to be a concoction for just about anything; so where to start? Sharp Magazine For Men tries to make sense of it all in its November 2010 issue. Grooming Editor Leo Petaccia writes: …as crucial as it is to know which shampoos curb baldness or the difference between pomade and wax, so is a good grasp of the basics: a straight razor shave,…

by Fendrihan October 28, 2010January 31, 2019

Fendrihan Featured in SHARP’s Book For Men

The Fall/Winter 2010 Book For Men, edited by SHARP Magazine For Men, is an authoritative book on style, accessories, automobiles, advice, watches, suits, and everyday trends for the modern man. Its 193 pages are filled with everything a man desires, but it also serves as an essential reference guide. A section called the MANual includes topics such as A Brief Guide to Grooming, The Daily Shaving Checklist, A History of Shaving and How To Shave With a Straight Razor.

by Fendrihan April 26, 2024April 26, 2024

Hidden Gems

We’re always adding new brands to our collection to offer the best products we can find. It can be difficult to choose a new brand to try so we’ve listed some smaller brands with fantastic collections that you might not have discovered. BASIC MAINTENANCE LAB™Simple and straightforward, Basic Maintenance Lab™ offers quick and efficient skincare and hair care solutions. Made in Canada, the brand is gaining international recognition for its science-backed by simple and effective formulas. BRAHMS MOUNTTraditionally crafted using…