April 2017 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

Discussion in 'Shave School' started by NCoxSTL, Mar 31, 2017.

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Are you using a theme for April? And - which adjustable if you're going there?

  1. Arko baby!!!!

    3 vote(s)
    8.6%

  2. Arko and an adjustable - even better!!

    3 vote(s)
    8.6%

  3. Fatboy

    5 vote(s)
    14.3%

  4. Slim

    5 vote(s)
    14.3%

  5. Black Beauty

    3 vote(s)
    8.6%

  6. Futur

    2 vote(s)
    5.7%

  7. Soviet Ideal

    0 vote(s)
    0.0%

  8. Soviet Consul

    1 vote(s)
    2.9%

  9. Schick Adjustable

    2 vote(s)
    5.7%

  10. No theme - just me, my razor and some COOKIES!

    27 vote(s)
    77.1%
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  1. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    Welcome back, Jared, and congrats on the new job, my friend!

     
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    wristwatchb, Apr 29, 2017
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  2. BaylorGator

    BaylorGator MISTER Fancypants

    Not to upset @PickledNorthern on this, but stop, collaborate, and listen: I'd go vanilla ice style on this. Ning Ning Ning ninga ning Ning.
     
    BaylorGator, Apr 29, 2017
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  3. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

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    SOTD April 29, 2017

    Blade: Chinese Schick
    Razor: Schick Adjustable injector
    Brush: Vulfix badger
    Lather: Arko
    Post: Witch hazel, Stirling Piacenza aftershave
    WTG, touch-up

    I probably won't shave tomorrow, so I went with an Adjustable Arko shave today. Results are good. Arko is a good soap for me, but I have much better in my den. You can't beat the price, and Samurai is showing us that the price is even better since it looks like a single stick will last forever. The Schick Adjustable provided a smooth ride on setting 7. Good shave in the end.

    Have a great weekend!
     

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    PLAla, Apr 29, 2017
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  4. ob1page

    ob1page Frozen in Phoenix

    Razor: Portland Razor Co Chimera / Supply Provision Custom 3 dot head
    Blade: Chick
    Strop: Drygulch 45
    Brush Handle: B-400 The Brush by Tom
    Knot: APShaveCo Tuxedo
    Soap: Eufros Jabonman GEA
    Post Care: Thayers Witch Hazel
    Alum
    Osage Rub
    Aftershave: Eufros Jabonman GEA balm

    Another wonderful and relaxing shave this morning. My first use of an Eufros product and I see why it is in such demand. The soap was easy to lather, offered great protection, a wonderful scent and was one of the slickest soaps I've ever used. Both razors just glided across my face. One pass with the Supply and two with the Chimera and I'm close to BBS. It's getting easier to use this Chimera. Alum was mostly silent, slight tickle on my lower neck. The Eufros balm was nice; not greasy with a wonderful albeit short lived scent. I've been directed to a cologne that matches this scent pretty closely that I need to order. Have a great day folks!
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    ob1page, Apr 29, 2017
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  5. Boojum1

    Boojum1 Valet Parking Available Here

    Saturday, April 29, 2017

    Paladin Sumo
    Fine L'Orange Noir
    Colonial Razors The General
    Feather Pro
    Fine L'Orange Noir Aftershave
    Terre d'Hermes


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    Boojum1, Apr 29, 2017
    #3605
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  6. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Welcome back. Changing jobs is always hectic at best. Congrats on the new job.
     
    clint64, Apr 29, 2017
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  7. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Great Lineup. The brass General is such a good razor it's hard to put down. I plan using the General most of May.
     
    clint64, Apr 29, 2017
    #3607
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  8. PickledNorthern

    PickledNorthern Fabulous, the unicorn

    Thanks, guys. It is pretty stressful, but I have been to busy to worry about whether or not it was the right thing to do, and I actually had fun this week.
     
    PickledNorthern, Apr 29, 2017
    #3608
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  9. Fly2High

    Fly2High Breaking Frugal

    Congrats on the new job!
     
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  10. John Ruschmeyer

    John Ruschmeyer Well-Known Member

    April 29, 2017

    Razor: F2 Gillette 195 Adjustable (4)
    Blade: German Wilkie (5)
    Brush: Razorock Plissoft 22
    Cream: KMF fragrance-free
    Post: Alum, Listerine, WH

    Just a quick Saturday shave, probably my last for the month as tomorrow is an early and long day. Two passes to a nice DFS although I suspect the Wilkie is nearing its end. I thought I reopened a nick from the other day but it took care of itself.

    It's definitely been an interesting month. I spent a decent amount of time with my adjustable, though I never did get around to the SA. Along the way, I reacquainted myself with some blades and had two horrible experiences courtesy of a certain Korean company.
     
    John Ruschmeyer, Apr 29, 2017
    #3610
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  11. Jayaruh

    Jayaruh The Cackalacky House Pet

    Supporting Vendor
    Very nice, Charlie. You make the Gillette Super Speed look classy in your shots.
     
    Jayaruh, Apr 29, 2017
    #3611
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  12. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    Jim, thanks the kind words. Have a great weekend, sir!
     
    wristwatchb, Apr 29, 2017
    #3612
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  13. cmorris357

    cmorris357 catching flies.........

    Anybody else notice this job change happened at the same time Starbucks introduced the Unicorn Frappuccino?
     
    cmorris357, Apr 29, 2017
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  14. mrchick

    mrchick Odd, Terrible Avatar

    Congratulations on the new job. We've missed you!
     
    mrchick, Apr 29, 2017
    #3614
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  15. PanChango

    PanChango Not Cute

    Parker SRX
    Perma-Sharp Super (4)
    Semogue BC Mistura
    Iced Orange Tea Arko
    Alum

    Not super close, but it was a very nice shave this afternoon with no blood or irritation. I am getting more comfortable with the shavette in general and using my left hand. Think I will give it another week with two North to South passes to cement the skills then start adding a South to North pass.
     
    PanChango, Apr 29, 2017
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  16. Drygulch

    Drygulch Snowballs

    I'll just leave this here while I finish up the shave.
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    Drygulch, Apr 29, 2017
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  17. mrchick

    mrchick Odd, Terrible Avatar

    Wow, medical tape on the counter. Having a bad day?
     
    mrchick, Apr 29, 2017
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  18. Drygulch

    Drygulch Snowballs

    Think "Proof of Concept." Writing it up now.
     
    Drygulch, Apr 29, 2017
    #3618
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  19. mrchick

    mrchick Odd, Terrible Avatar

    I know what you are doing and salute you
     
    mrchick, Apr 29, 2017
    #3619
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  20. Douglas Carey

    Douglas Carey Wildman

    Razor: Timeless SB 0.95, w/ El Druida Titanium & Carbon Fiber Handle
    Blade: Personna Star (7) Made in Great Britain
    Brush: Elite Razor Amigos Ironwood Beehive w/Envy White
    Soap: Route 66 Bay Lime Twist
    Aftershave: Myrsol Agua de Limon
    Boise Mudworks bowl Olive
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    Douglas Carey, Apr 29, 2017
    #3620
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