Old Duck Grooming Ltd. Release!

Posted on November 30, 2016 by admin

We are honored to announce the Old Duck Grooming Ltd. product line. Initially I created skin care products for my family because I wanted to provide them with products that were truly all-natural; ZERO TOXINS and NO CHEMICALS. After shopping around I discovered that many companies use the word “all-natural” but still use chemicals. I realized I would have to create one from scratch. After countless hours researching and developing, that’s right no chemist or contractor manufacturers developed these products, I produced a few facial creams that blew us away.

I then decided to create a shave cream that would provide the most healing and smoothest shave available because shaving removes a layer of skin and in a sense causes trauma. The product I created was for personal use only but after a few friends tried it I sent samples out to many knowledgable barbers that provided positive reviews. They had never seen a product like this! I realized that this product must be released to the public. All the ingredients in the shave cream are of the highest grade and truly all natural, when possible therapeutic grade.

The Fresh Shave Cream has a hint of peppermint that revives all your senses and rejuvenates the mind. The Trail Shave Cream uses sandalwood to provide a warm musky scent.

None of our products will be produced on a mass scale and sitting for weeks in a warehouse. We are taking “handcrafted” back to its roots and raising the quality.

Our philosophy is to create the highest quality grooming products to promote hair and skin health. We only use all natural and purest ingredients. No chemicals and zero toxins, carefully handcrafted with pride in Whittier, California.

I hope that you join us in this journey. Contact us today for more information and samples.

sales@GentlemensAvenue.com

Mr. M
Founder/Editor

Morgan Pipes: This BlackJack Scores 21!

Posted on June 30, 2016 by admin

Gents,

As soon as humanity was able to harness fire I am sure smoking tobacco soon followed. This long tradition is flourishing today due to amazing craftsmen that are forging traditional tobacco pipes with high grade materials.

History reflects a variety of men that enjoyed a tobacco pipe as a luxury and relaxation. And for many it became an iconic symbol of sophistication. J.R.R. Tolkien (left) the author of the Lord of the Rings famously enjoyed the pipe. This leisurely activity was not only reserved for the literary minds but also dictators such as Joseph Stalin (right) partook of the pipe.

The pipe is a DIY for tobacco connoisseur’s because you are able to blend various types of tobacco to produce a unique and enjoyable blend. Maybe you prefer a sweeter cherry flavor with a dash of vanilla or you may prefer a strong whiskey blend. Either way you can customize and experiment to your taste.

Recently we received a great pipe from Chris Morgan owner of Morgan Pipes and let me tell you I am impressed. He sent the BlackJack series Shape 20 that is made of briar wood “which is a tumor-like outgrowth that develops between root and stem of white heath (Erica arborea)” https://pipedia.org/docs/CharacteristicsOfBriar.pdf. This special wood is heat resistant and ideal for pipe making. The pipe has a nickel silver band and acrylic stem. The construction is solid and well made.

The pipe is handmade in Italy to Mr. Morgans demanding specifications with a sandblasted carnauba wax finish that provides just the right amount of matte. Although the pipe is black there is a great contrast with the nickel band and shiny acrylic stem. There is an imprinted Morgan Pipes rabbit on the pipe and model name. Every nook and groove of the pipe declares that it is handmade and produces tons of character. The pipe smokes wonderfully and every draw is smooth and enjoyable.

A major upside to smoking a pipe, besides producing your own blends and looking hell a cool, is that depending on the depth of the bowl and how much you pack it with you can enjoy on average 30-45 min smoke and up to 1.5 hours.

We highly recommend Morgan Pipes BlackJack Shape 20. All great products begin and end with the owner/craftsmen. Have no doubt that every detail of the pipe is a reflection of Mr. Morgan’s passion.

In addition to the handmade pipes from Italy there are highly sought after custom one-off pipes that Mr. Morgan produces in the USA on a commission basis. Another great product is the briar cigar that is really impressive. We hope to review more products from Morgan Pipes so stay tuned! On a personal note I really admire Mr. Morgan because in a day and age where people can become fake or a personality he is genuine and real.

Mr. M
Founder/Editor
Psalm 30:2-3

Tools Of Our Trade

Posted on February 7, 2016 by admin

Gents,

Every craftsman employs tools to create marvelous products, goods and services. Our tools are necessary to create and forge a new path for modern men of tradition and distinction. The only tool that cannot be purchased is passion because that is from within.

pictured: Allen Edmonds Broadstreet shoes, Rode Videomic Pro, Panasonic GH4 camera, Rokinon 10mm lens, SLR Magic Hyperprime 25mm lens, Voigtlander 17.5mm lens, Anchors Hair Co. pomade, Shiner Gold pomade, 2 vintage straight razors.

Win A Custom Handcrafted Hat, Movember 2014!

Posted on October 12, 2014 by admin

We are honored to present one of the amazing raffle items for our men’s cancer fundraiser event! Wellema Hat Co. are all handcrafted hats made in the U.S.A! Find out more about our Movember event by clicking here

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Old Duck Grooming Ltd. Release!

Morgan Pipes: This BlackJack Scores 21!

Tools Of Our Trade

Win A Custom Handcrafted Hat, Movember 2014!