Maxton Men
Maxton Men ยท Practical know-how for the well-kept man
The Field Manual
Inside: the safety razor, the home bar, and five ways to start a fire without matches.
Contents
Six chapters of hard-won advice, written so you can do it right the first time.
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01
Shoes & leather
Polish, condition and protect the leather you wear every day.
- How To Polish Your Shoes
- The Difference Between Shoe Conditioner, Cream, and Wax
- How to Use Saphir Renovateur
- Leather Types - Tips from the Experts
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02
The shave
Safety razors, brushes and soap: the slower, better shave.
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03
The home bar
What to stock, which tools to own, and three drinks to master.
- How to Stock a Home Bar: Liquors & Tools
- How to Make 3 Classic Drinks - Manhattan, Old-Fashioned, and Martini
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04
Dress & fabric
Ties, pocket squares and the materials worth paying for.
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05
Out there
Skills for the trail and the room: fire, presence, speaking.
- 5 Ways to Start a Fire Without Matches
- How to Win Over a Room
- 5 Public Speaking Tips from a Speech Coach
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06
Gear, tested
Side-by-side comparisons and gift guides you can trust.
Featured guide
How to use a safety razor
The short version. The full guide covers blades, prep and aftercare.
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Prep the skin
Shave after a hot shower, or press a warm towel to your face for a minute.
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Build a lather
Load a damp brush with soap and work it onto your face in small circles.
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Find the angle
Hold the razor at about 30 degrees and let its weight do the work. No pressure.
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With the grain
Take short strokes in the direction of growth, rinse with cold water, and finish with balm.
Kit for the job
Every guide is written around tools we stock and use ourselves.