March 2016

Today, thanks to a forum member, I got the limited edition "hard" version of RazoRock XXX shaving soap. I'm looking forward to comparing it to the standard soft soap version.
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So, I ordered these:
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...but got this:
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One is the traditional gray and the other one is yellowed-gray (sun, etc).

Now, in his defense...I tried taking photos of them and they do come out white and gray in photos for some reason.
To add insult to injury one of them has a broken cartridge release button.

These were $3 and I might just suck it up as a learning experience in 'always ask questions especially if you're doubting things like the colors'.
He did say they were both ready to be used...I might ask for a $1.50 refund...

I do have a very, very white Wilkinson (sample model) so I know they exists...but I might file 'Yellow ones" under not-likely now.
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I also received another package that I am a bit torn about.

a) I love the razor and it looks better than it did in the photos.
It's the last Wilkinson T70 model, that I know of, that I didn't have. The razor and the hinged box is in excellent condition.

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So "happy, happy..." but....still not completely..., because

b) When I bought it from the seller in Germany the shipping was stated to be EUR 20 and shipped through DHL.
I tried contacting the seller 4-5 times through eBay AND through an email he had in his ad as I wanted to see if there was a lower cost shipping option as it seemed high.
I received no replies..and ended up paying the EUR 20 in shipping (the razor itself was EUR 1).

When the razor arrived it was popped into a regular envelope that had torn open and it was pure luck that the razor had not fallen out of it.
The stamps shows a total shipping cost of EUR 2.70 - and DHL was certainly not used.
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So...I got a great looking razor but feel ripped off on the shipping cost.
I doubt contacting the seller will result in a reply so this weekend I think I'll file a claim with eBay to see if there is anything they can do as the whole thing doesn't sit quite right with me.

Yeah that's ridiculous darkbulb. I would be pissed too. You're lucky the razor arrived in good shape if at all! Good luck getting it sorted. You shouldn't have to pay 20x the cost of the item for that lousy shipping.

Tim's Soap Roots smells amazing and very unique. Lemon Zest with an Earthy background.

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I also received another package that I am a bit torn about.

a) I love the razor and it looks better than it did in the photos.
It's the last Wilkinson T70 model, that I know of, that I didn't have. The razor and the hinged box is in excellent condition.

[Image: e69fsz.jpg]

[Image: 6f2gli.jpg]

So "happy, happy..." but....still not completely..., because

b) When I bought it from the seller in Germany the shipping was stated to be EUR 20 and shipped through DHL.
I tried contacting the seller 4-5 times through eBay AND through an email he had in his ad as I wanted to see if there was a lower cost shipping option as it seemed high.
I received no replies..and ended up paying the EUR 20 in shipping (the razor itself was EUR 1).

When  the razor arrived it was popped into a regular envelope that had torn open and it was pure luck that the razor had not fallen out of it.
The stamps shows a total shipping cost of EUR 2.70 - and DHL was certainly not used.
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So...I got a great looking razor but feel ripped off on the shipping cost.
I doubt contacting the seller will result in a reply so this weekend I think I'll file a claim with eBay to see if there is anything they can do as the whole thing doesn't sit quite right with me.

You are right to be bent - thats fraud, international fraud too. You should contact ebay about it as I believe they do have some rules around this and at the very least that vendor should be punted.

I have to agree with wyze0ne and Marko. To say that this is outrageous is an understatement. The fact that the seller isn't replying to you simply adds insult to injury. I hope eBay can help you out and good luck with this.

I have to agree with wyze0ne and Marko. To say that this is outrageous is an understatement. The fact that the seller isn't replying to you simply adds insult to injury. I hope eBay can help you out and good luck with this.

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Marco exemplifies superior customer service. When I received my Nuàvia Rossa with a broken lid he immediately dispatched a new one which arrived today. Thank you Marco!

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My latest from Chatillon Lux. On first scent we have yet more winners! Aftershaves Vide Poche , La Quatrieme Ville, Fourth and Pine, Yuzu Rose and Delor de Treget. Reduced glycerin/witch hazel and menthol.