Recommended lather bowls?

Mistertaz

Mistertaz

Member
Joined
Nov 11, 2019
Location
Melbourne
Hi guys!

I’ve recently switched from croap (Proraso and TOBS) and face lathering, to hard soaps and bowl lathering.

Now I’m after the perfect lather bowl. I do want something ceramic, but not ridiculously expensive. I also don’t mind scuttle-type designs. I’ve been looking at:

Whispers From The Woods
https://whispersfromthewoods.com.au/product/handmade-black-lathering-bowl-with-handle/

Fine Accoutrements
http://www.vshod.com/shaving-access...re-Shaving-Soap-Lathering-Bowl-Australia.html

Does anyone have any better ideas?

Thanks!
 
Mistertaz said:
Now I’m after the perfect lather bowl. I do want something ceramic, but not ridiculously expensive. I also don’t mind scuttle-type designs.
Click to expand...

Get one made for you. Just have a look around, find a potter whose work you like. That way, you'll have something utterly unique and you'll be promoting a local artisan, and it most likely won't cost much.

Since you're in VIC, I'd suggest Gooseneck Pottery near Korumburra. Unless Robert has something you like on hand, you'll probably have to wait a while, as he only fires his kiln twice a year. If you drive out there and have a look, you'll see why. As a former blacksmith, I always take an interest in getting things hot, and that kiln is just awesome, in the original sense of the word.
 
Mistertaz said:
Hi guys!

I’ve recently switched from croap (Proraso and TOBS) and face lathering, to hard soaps and bowl lathering.

Now I’m after the perfect lather bowl. ...

Does anyone have any better ideas?

Thanks!
Click to expand...

Yes, wait until the P&C Charity Auction 2022 ...

[there you go boys, first mention for the year]

You might find something like this on offer -


UW6qEeQm.jpg
Uk1ddtbm.jpg
RI86ZNlm.jpg


​
 
Mistertaz said:
Has anyone used the Fine lather bowl? Is it worth $50?
Click to expand...
I own the Fine Lather bowl and its a very good lathering bowl although on the shallow side. The grooves do a wonderful job whipping lather so its great if you don't mind lather spilling over the sides? Also fits nicely in the palm so a great addition to the shaving den.

I'll admit I don't use my ceramic/porcelain bowls/scuttle much these days out of fear of the misses knocking it off the bathroom sink so invested in a few travel/plastic bowls such as the Rover Dog bowl, PAA travel scuttle and the Pereira Shaving Unbreakable bowl which gets the most use as indestructible, large and light but deep enough to allow for plenty of lather.

https://www.westcoastshaving.com/products/pereira-shavery-unbreakable-lather-bowl

On the pricey side when I originally bought it off the kickstarter page but has served me well and no fear of it breaking if dropped or left in luggage.
 
+1 @Razor Burn
My next bowl will be the Pereira, I have the Fine and Rover travel bowl, both excellent.
The Rover bowl is so good that I added some malleable glue 'bumps' to the Fine to simulate it.
Using the same stuff, you could convert any bowl to a shaving bowl. It's called Sugru, but Bunnings sell a similar product :
https://www.bunnings.com.au/loctite-3-x-5g-kintsuglue-white_p0074114
bkjX2cZ.jpg
 
Gargravarr said:
Also check out Captain's Choice if you're looking for something ready-made. Their "classic" bowl isn't available in as many finishes as it used to be, but they've added other styles and scuttles to their product line.
Click to expand...
I always wanted a Captain's Choice Copper bowl but too expensive and a somewhat unobtanium item these days so settled for the cheaper options.

Find face lathering enjoyable as of late but there's something about using a bowl that gives me better lather as easier to whip up creamy lather with little fuss. :)
 
Razor Burn said:
I always wanted a Captain's Choice Copper bowl but too expensive and a somewhat unobtanium item these days so settled for the cheaper options.

Find face lathering enjoyable as of late but there's something about using a bowl that gives me better lather as easier to whip up creamy lather with little fuss. :)
Click to expand...
The standard copper bowl is sold out, but there are three others. $US48.95/58.95 isn't really that much for a hand-beaten bowl. Their service is exemplary.

I don't use my bowls as much any more, but I do find artisan soaps and croaps benefit from its use, while I usually face lather my milled soaps.
 
Razor Burn said:
I own the Fine Lather bowl and its a very good lathering bowl although on the shallow side. The grooves do a wonderful job whipping lather so its great if you don't mind lather spilling over the sides? Also fits nicely in the palm so a great addition to the shaving den.

I'll admit I don't use my ceramic/porcelain bowls/scuttle much these days out of fear of the misses knocking it off the bathroom sink so invested in a few travel/plastic bowls such as the Rover Dog bowl, PAA travel scuttle and the Pereira Shaving Unbreakable bowl which gets the most use as indestructible, large and light but deep enough to allow for plenty of lather.

https://www.westcoastshaving.com/products/pereira-shavery-unbreakable-lather-bowl

On the pricey side when I originally bought it off the kickstarter page but has served me well and no fear of it breaking if dropped or left in luggage.
Click to expand...
Is the Pereira any different to the Chinese knockoffs on eBay?
 
Mistertaz said:
Is the Pereira any different to the Chinese knockoffs on eBay?
Click to expand...
I haven't seen the Chinese versions of the Pereira in particular, but other knockoffs I've seen have all been made of much lower-firing clays (less energy to produce), so are a lot less robust and dense than the genuine articles. If price is that important, the knockoff may be a good option IF it arrives intact.
 
bernie01 said:
20200630-153043.jpg
Click to expand...
That is exactly what I was thinking of.

Incidentally, my real (stoneware) Captain's Choice bowl arrived in a strong box of its own, packed inside another strong carton, packed with lots of straw. You could have probably run over it with a forklift without damaging the contents.
 
Last edited:
Of course nothing like that ^^^ would happen with a bowl from the

P&C Charity Auction 2022 ...

(start saving your pennies now - it is for a good cause!)
 
Mark1966 said:
Of course nothing like that ^^^ would happen with a bowl from the

P&C Charity Auction 2022 ...

(start saving your pennies now - it is for a good cause!)
Click to expand...
Sigh. :rolleyes:;)

Isn't it a bit early to start plugging the Auction? A bit like Woolworths promoting Easter in January. Maybe the Japanese have that right...

6ee48af8bfa0decf9a60716383b2d288
 
Gargravarr said:
Sigh. :rolleyes:;)

Isn't it a bit early to start plugging the Auction? A bit like Woolworths promoting Easter in January. Maybe the Japanese have that right...

6ee48af8bfa0decf9a60716383b2d288
Click to expand...

The Japanese don't promote Easter in January?

Thank you for biting - I will shut up now :sneaky:
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Top