You're listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we're dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I'm your host Joe Borrelli and today is January 20th, 2026.
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Happy New Year!
Episode #200!!!
Schick USA Manufacturing Plant Closing
New Razor form Parker: The Aero Shave
Collector Series: Schick Injector
The Holy Black is Moving to Texas
Barrister and Mann to be made by Stirling
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Schick (Edgewell) is closing its Connecticut manufacturing plant. Around 300 people are being laid off. Most manufacturing is currently done overseas, and should not affect demand. (Schick Injector Blades are made in China)
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The Parker AeroShave (introduced in 2026) is a CNC-machined, 6061-aluminum, 3-piece safety razor designed for a mild, close, and comfortable shave. Featuring a lightweight, maneuverable design, it is tailored for beginners and those with sensitive skin. It offers a 45-degree angle to minimize irritation.
Reviews have been mostly positive. Price is $65
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The Schick Injector razor was pioneered by Lt. Col. Jacob Schick, who drew inspiration from the semi-automatic repeating rifles he used during his military service. In 1926, he launched the Magazine Repeating Razor (Type A) through his newly formed Magazine Repeating Razor Company. This innovative system allowed users to change blades hands-free by sliding a new blade from a metal "magazine" into the razor head, simultaneously ejecting the old one. Although successful, Schick sold the company in 1928 to fund his development of the electric dry shaver, leading to the razor brand's acquisition by the American Chain and Cable Company (AC&C) and later Eversharp in 1946.
Under AC&C, the first official "Schick Injector Razor" (Type D) debuted in 1935, featuring the iconic external "key" loading mechanism that became the industry standard. Over the next several decades, the razor evolved through various models (Types E through O), introducing significant innovations such as Teflon-coated stainless steel blades in 1963 and adjustable dial settings in 1965. While Schick eventually ceased manufacturing injector razor handles in the late 1990s or early 2000s, the system's legacy continues in 2026; genuine Schick blades remain in production, and modern manufacturers like Supply and Parker continue to produce new razor handles compatible with this classic single-edge design.
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Yes, The Holy Black Trading Co. is moving from New York to Texas in early 2026.
Key details regarding the move include:
Announcement: On January 21, 2026, the company announced they have "boots on the ground" in Texas and expressed that the state already "feels like home".
Origin: The brand is relocating from its previous base in Lindenhurst, New York.
Strategy: This move follows a 2025 planning period where the owners decided to stop "playing it safe" and scale the business significantly.
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In a recent email from Will at Barrister and Mann, it looks like Stirling will be the new contracted vendor for all their products. What does this mean for Barrister and Mann? I'll tell you my thoughts.
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