Free goodie at Admirals Club - sample shaving kit
May 30, 2010, 4:16 am
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Free goodie at Admirals Club - sample shaving kit
Checked into the SFO, LAX and BOS clubs recently and at the checkin desk, they have a display/basket handing out "Art of Shaving" sampler packs containing pre shave oil, shaving cream, and after shave balm.
As I like to shave with vintage razors and brush, these sampler size items are good for traveling, instead of lugging around a full size shaving cream tube or tub. Art of Shaving shaving cream is pretty good too; the sampler is "unscented".
As I like to shave with vintage razors and brush, these sampler size items are good for traveling, instead of lugging around a full size shaving cream tube or tub. Art of Shaving shaving cream is pretty good too; the sampler is "unscented".
May 30, 2010, 6:01 am
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Also had them at the JFK "near" AC a couple of weeks ago.
May 30, 2010, 6:05 am
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This past week I found them at the AC in SJC, STL, and DFW. Most AAngels were anxious to get rid of them as there is evidently quite a big stock.
I did try out a kit--it includes pre-shave oil, shaving cream, and after shave. A $25 off coupon was also included in the kit. I had a great shave, and even let the AAngels feel my face to see the effectiveness of the product.
I would certainly consider buying the product when my free samples are gone (depending on cost).
ZakkW
I did try out a kit--it includes pre-shave oil, shaving cream, and after shave. A $25 off coupon was also included in the kit. I had a great shave, and even let the AAngels feel my face to see the effectiveness of the product.
I would certainly consider buying the product when my free samples are gone (depending on cost).
ZakkW
May 30, 2010, 7:12 am
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Also received one both at BOS and STL couple weeks ago. Haven't opened them yet.
Does like a bit pricey to me:
http://www.theartofshaving.com/shop/product/98006/1
$100 for full size kit
Does like a bit pricey to me:
http://www.theartofshaving.com/shop/product/98006/1
$100 for full size kit
May 30, 2010, 7:16 am
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May 30, 2010, 9:16 am
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I got this sampler a few weeks back too. I wish I had picked up more/hope they're giving them away in a few weeks when I have my next trip.
May 30, 2010, 9:49 am
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May 30, 2010, 10:21 am
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May 30, 2010, 10:23 am
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May 30, 2010, 10:23 am
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May 30, 2010, 10:36 am
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Nothing weird. They were curious as to how well the stuff worked. Its not like I was groped...
Perhaps it reads poorly on a message board, but truly this is no big deal. Let's all move on... You've got to have something better to do on a (holiday) weekend...
ZakkW
Perhaps it reads poorly on a message board, but truly this is no big deal. Let's all move on... You've got to have something better to do on a (holiday) weekend...
ZakkW
May 30, 2010, 11:49 am
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hahahaha, oh the images!!! The kit is nice, but I thought those free dayquil samples a few month's back were much much better!!!
May 30, 2010, 1:01 pm
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I tried these this morning, actually. Very nice, but $100 for a kit that looks like it will last 1-2 months is a bit steel for me.
May 30, 2010, 1:30 pm
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I'm surprised this store has been around for as long as it has. Perhaps the fact that they are using the Admirals Club as a promotional tactic shows there isn't much interest and demand for their products. FWIW, I rarely see anyone in their location at Copley Place. I'm perfectly content purchasing shaving cream, aftershave, etc at Walgreens or CVS and it seems many others are as well.
May 30, 2010, 3:59 pm
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To be fair, Art of Shaving does make a good shaving cream. It's among the favorites at the badgerandblade.com folks who are as geeky about shaving as we are about flying. I like the lavender scent. $22 for a 5oz tub of shaving cream is a bit steep...but it does last quite a long time. Their products are available at Nordstroms as well, which is where I get mine.