(Part 2) Top products from r/gifs

Razor: I started with this Merkur razor (and I'm still using it after two years). Edwin Jagger is probably equally popular, but I haven't tried them.

Brush/bowl: I was given this bowl/soap/brush/holder kit as a gift and still use it, but the brush broke after about a year (I could probably fix it with some good glue but haven't bothered yet. The holder is nice, but you might be able to find just a brush and bowl separately slightly cheaper if you're on a budget. I didn't use the soap in the kit because:

Soap: Proraso soap was suggested and I ended up liking it a lot. Some people like to buy sampler packs of soap/cream as well, but this was good enough for me, and it would take me forever to get through samples. This Proraso got me through 15 months with an average of one shave per week.

Blades: I started out with a sampler pack of blades from Maggard Razors, and Gillette Silver Blue and Gillette 7 O'Clock (both yellow and green were the same to me) ended up being the easiest on my face. I tried Feather, but they were way too harsh at first, I think because I hadn't really gotten the technique down yet. Gillette was more forgiving, but once I got better at shaving, I was able to use Feathers.

Other: Lastly, I really like using an alum stick after shaving to help close up pores/tiny nicks (weepers), but they're not necessary. I also now use Shave Secret as a first layer when I start my second pass (against the grain). Again, not necessary, but I think it helps me personally a little to have that extra layer of protection to prevent razor burn. It does gunk up your razor a little, though, so just be sure to keep it clean.

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I still only shave once a week, and I have a 3 day minimum in between shaves, otherwise I'll still get razor burn. Read up on some info in /r/wicked_edge. /u/Leisureguy has a ton of great comments in that sub. Sort his comment history by top, and you'll get plenty of good advice right off the bat. He also has a blog. My best tips: Make sure you use a shallow angle (as opposed to the perpendicular/90-degree shave you're used to with cartridge razors), and don't let your lather be too dry. Also, if your area has hard water, consider using distilled water to make your lather. Maggard Razors has been really great at shipping fast and having good prices for me and carries everything I mentioned, but there several reputable online shops. I know lots of people prefer to use Amazon, so I linked everything on Amazon except the blade sampler pack.

Yes. I put a 16GB SD card in there. It records videos in 3-minute chunks (there are settings for all sorts of time lengths, 3min is default). Prior to recording each video, if the disk space is full, it deletes the oldest file on the card. The result is that I have the most recent two week's worth of driving or so, I have to transfer them to my laptop if I need them for longer or they'll be deleted.

It's certainly clear enough to read plates, but the audio could be better. It's clear enough to pick up the radio, conversations in the car, etc., but the problem is that it picks up a lot of noise from the defrosters/fans. If you turn on your AC or windshield fans while running the cam, everything is drowned by awful white noise.

It is powered by cigarette lighter outlet. It has an auto-on/off feature when power is detected, so it automatically turns on when the car is running, and will shut down about 20 seconds after the car is turned off.

Here's the kicker, I know it isn't very helpful, but I'm not even sure what the brand is. I don't think mine is very "high end", it was about $40, but has worked great and I recommend it. I'll try and look it up later for you.

Edit: this is the one, thanks to komeradfox finding it for me. http://www.amazon.com/DashBoard-Camera-Vehicle-Accident-Recorder/dp/B0067XVNTG/ref=zg_bs_3248689011_1

It also advertises a "night vision" mode, which is just a bright white led on front that causes glare all over the windshield. I don't use that mode at all.

Also the cord that reaches to the power is a generous 6ft long or so! It's great, I managed to find a way to tuck the wire around the ceiling paneling of my truck so that it is not visible. No hanging wire.

Overall it's a great value and I'm happy for the purchase, although its one of those things that you almost hope is a waste of money. Based on the Russian YouTube videos I watch that inspired me to get one, you don't want to ever film something gruesome.

Nope, not for decent stuff. We've bought three times because we have a small sand table on our porch (so it lives outside uncovered) but after a couple months our three year old has lost half of it through the floor. Twice it's been perfect like this and doesn't change, one brand was crap but it was crap from day one. Oddly, he liked it at least as much, it just wouldn't hold shapes well. Anyway, all three were different brands from Amazon so if there's differences it seems to be more who made it than changes over time.

Btw, I'm pretty sure this is the one we bought last time and it's been great:

Waba Fun Kinetic Sand (2.2lbs/1000 gms) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CO5AQ12

I think a great starter safety razor is the Merkur. Check it out here. I also think Merkur makes some great blades.

i use products from the art of shaving - their shaving oil is especially nice and when used generally makes the blade slide across my face and not cut it.

the blade holder (i'm bad with names - razor?) was a gift during the shaving exchange. I think it was this one

and then i got myself some of these blades

what ive discovered is that the blades are cheap but if you want a good clean shave the oil is really nice (bit expensive though). In a pinch ive used shaving cream from a can before with safety blades, was still a really close shave.

I've cut myself a few times but after getting used to the blades I generally do no end up with cuts - was a bit of a learning curve.

Try a safety razor a good shaving brush and a quality shaving soap. Use it one time and you will never use anything else. Unless you wanted to go a step further and use a straight razor. Also, shave after a hot shower (or in one) whenever possible. Using a shaving brush and safety razor has been my favorite part of getting ready for my day for years. It is almost therapeutic for me.

I'm not recommending any of those specific items. They were just the first ones that popped up. Do some research and there are tons of options and accessories out there.

https://www.amazon.com/Tiger-Vengeance-Survival-Vintage-Departures/dp/0307389049

On of the best books I've ever read. It describes the utter amazement of the wildness and intelligence of the tigers (what I'd imagine most of humanity feeling towards large predators throughout time) and additionally fitting for the time, how the Russian mindset was going through the nineties.. I'd suggest reading Bill Browder's book right after this one for the follow up....

It's also a masterclass in writing about a flawed person ala Krakauer in the portrayal of the main character.

Fab has it for $7.77:
http://fab.com/product/disappearing-dinosaur-mug-41920

And Amazon has it for $11.50 with free shipping over $25 or with Prime:

http://www.amazon.com/Unemployed-Philosphers-Guild-Mug-Disappering/dp/B001F1XWPI

I think Astras are the cheapest at $11 for 100 on Amazon. Feathers are $26 for 100. I think those are the most extreme cases for popular brands, but I could be wrong. You can always buy a sampler from TryABlade to find out what brand you like the best.

Perhaps it was this? It's $47, and is the best selling dash cam on amazon (though not the highest rated)

http://www.amazon.com/DashBoard-Camera-Vehicle-Accident-Recorder/dp/B0067XVNTG/ref=zg_bs_3248689011_1

For anyone interested in buying a tool like this: www.amazon.com/Self-Adjusting-Stripper-Klein-Tools-11061/dp/B00CXKOEQ6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1526976110&sr=8-1

Except it's not a baby monitor. As /u/rdunlap1 and /u/svenborgia pointed out in comments further below it's this light projector and sound machine. Looks like he was trying to turn it on but couldn't figure it out, especially since he unplugged the cord too lol.

I GOT THIS BULB. Bought it as an add on with amazon. Was like $5. Totally worth it.

Linky https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BLVOQB6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Title already taken: https://www.amazon.com/Umpire-Strikes-Back-Ron-Luciano/dp/0553050109

I read it when I was in high school so has been a long time, but I remember it being a very funny look at MLB umpiring. The umpire that wrote it has since passed away.

I was the only one that had one of these as a kid, everyone thought it was awesome when they used it
http://www.amazon.com/Back-Basics-Apple-Potato-Peeler/dp/B0000DE2SS

Those things are the best! Cheap and stupidly satisfying. Replaced the bathroom light at my girlfriend's house in the middle of the night. Woke up to her mom freaking out—thought she was hallucinating.

edit: link for the curious https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00BLVOQB6/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Are magnets powerful enough to clean insulated glazing windows? I would really buy this for my obsessed mom...

Found it: https://www.amazon.com/Glider-D-3-Magnetic-Cleaner-thickness/dp/B00FK0NU5C

I think he's right. Sure looks like this to me.

Actually a very good read.

https://www.amazon.ca/Umpire-Strikes-Back-Ron-Luciano/dp/0553050109

Just a suggestion, best blades I have ever used, and for $12 you are good for quite a long time. 100 blades is 12 cents a blade, and you use half of one in a shavette. When I shaved regularly I would go a week of shaving daily without issue on one, just changed it after a week or so usually because I could.

I have the Klein version of these.

https://www.amazon.com/Klein-Tools-11061-Self-Adjusting-Stripper/dp/B00CXKOEQ6

I've used them a lot. They work great. You may need to adjust the tension depending on wire size and the slickness of the insulation. I could see them being hard to use with really slick wires or wires where the insulation is very elastic. I've mostly used them on 12-18 awg gxl automotive wire. But, I have used them on smaller and bigger wires without issue.

I love them for creating gaps in wires for terminals to run common power and ground. Here is an example I did for a switch panel. Common power and ground for the switch lights kept the need for more wires to a minimum.

https://i.imgur.com/rFAgQyP.png

In case anyone was wondering why the two switches on the right are different, it is for my winch. One switch needs to be on for the winch in/out switch to function.

Fuckin hell.

Furniture safety straps. One end is secured to a structural part of your furniture and the other end is secured to a wall stud (don't just screw it to drywall, that wont hold. It has to be screwed to a stud). Use multiple strapsif needed.

They're like $5.00 USD. I don't want to hear a any excuses for not using these if you have kids.

https://www.amazon.com/Safety-1st-Furniture-Straps-Count/dp/B000056W7R

Lol! no, it's a light projector/sound machine. here.

here is the amazon link

On Amazon it costs $38.76

Here's the amazon link

available on amazon with FS
http://www.amazon.com/Unemployed-Philosphers-Guild-Mug-Disappering/dp/B001F1XWPI

Amazon link

https://www.amazon.com/Accoutrements-12513-Finger-Hands/dp/B00NI2PDC2

http://www.amazon.com/Paladone-Products-JUL121993-Tetris-Alarm/dp/B007Z14ILE
in stock at amazon $25 prime

And if you want to buy it, I THINK this is it

Looks like my crazy putty, with the iron powder in it.

https://www.amazon.com/Crazy-Aarons-Thinking-Magnetic-Attractor/dp/B001BS3FHU/ref=pd_sim_21_32?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B001BS3FHU&pd_rd_r=dc5aa70d-d8a2-11e8-ab2d-810914121f6a&pd_rd_w=omOts&pd_rd_wg=z2nmi&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=18bb0b78-4200-49b9-ac91-f141d61a1780&pf_rd_r=HRP9MAZ3HAJB84B603M9&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=HRP9MAZ3HAJB84B603M9

Enabled LED Rotating Light MGL801A, 3-Watt, RGB-XL14 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BLVOQB6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_6-i5xbV54SA1H

http://www.amazon.com/Penguin-Race-PLG-2/dp/B000GX40PW

https://www.amazon.com/Dog-Pet-Water-Fountain-Doggie/dp/B004I1MCGM

As long as you have two un-broke wrists, this one works better. It'll peel, slice, and core an apple all in one go.

This. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004I1MCGM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_CM3dBbA6B503V

You can do it!

I'm guessing these. I just looked up Furniture Wall Straps

Right here

Here ya go

They can cost from 16 to 35 depending on brand. [This is the pier I have.] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00CXKOEQ6/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1526987319&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=self+adjusting+wire+stripping+tool&dpPl=1&dpID=41Xs5d78DVL&ref=plSrch)

http://amzn.com/B000GX40PW

shortened url for ya: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001BS3FHU

http://smile.amazon.com/Waba-Fun-Kinetic-Sand-2-2lbs/dp/B00CO5AQ12/

http://www.amazon.com/Waba-Fun-Kinetic-Sand-2-2lbs/dp/B00CO5AQ12/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1412962147&sr=1-1&keywords=kinetic+sand

> https://www.amazon.com/American-Science-Surplus-25620-Pathfinders/dp/B0087V3N3U

For ages 8+

https://www.amazon.com/American-Science-Surplus-25620-Pathfinders/dp/B0087V3N3U

Pretty Cool

I have one of these. It humps at a vigorous pace- not at the Barry White speed in this gif.

http://www.amazon.com/USB-Humping-Dog-White-Dalmation/dp/B000LA3F7O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1345485761&sr=8-1&keywords=usb+dog

And, you have options in what you buy.

before being 3cool5you try looking into the thing, it might have been thought of:
https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/613jTb2iFdL._SL1200_.jpg

Product link:
https://www.amazon.com/Glider-D-3-Magnetic-Cleaner-thickness/dp/B00FK0NU5C

Link for purchase

Your link is broken

Try these

https://www.amazon.com/Archie-McPhee-Accoutrements-12513-Finger/dp/B00NI2PDC2

http://www.amazon.com/Paladone-Products-JUL121993-Tetris-Alarm/dp/B007Z14ILE

Plays the theme song when alarm goes off. But just a cheap novelty item, don't expect it to last.

My personal record, with a similar rig (basically this with a drill, bolted to a table: http://www.amazon.com/Back-Basics-Apple-Potato-Peeler/dp/B0000DE2SS) is a bushel in 6:36. Peeled, cored and sliced, ~50 apples.

That's actually a book: the autobiography of the MLB umpire Ron Luciano. He was famous for his feuds with managers Earl Weaver and Billy Martin, and used to pull all sorts of stunts. Weaver got so mad at him one time that he took second base and refused to give it back.

Luciano was most famous for how he ejected players, though: he'd jump up in the air, whirl around, scream, and throw 'em out. Great fucking book. (There's even sequels!)

Penguins attack people when they're hungry?

edit: Tiger attacks are indeed rare, but they occur much more frequently with the Bengal subspecies. There are a few theories regarding the cause of this, most focus on the idea that their territory is either not particularly suitable to the hunting of normal prey species (the Sundarbans) or that humans are encroaching on their territory. Amur tiger attacks on humans are very rare, and it is almost always found that the tiger responsible for human deaths was injured in such a way that it was incapable of hunting it's natural prey species. source: The Tiger: A True Story of Vengeance and Survival

160$ for this? Is this for people with fuck you money?
link

Read John Vaillant's book about a tiger tracking a man for revenge. Scary af.