OCtober 2016 - Discuss Open Comb Razors

I have a complete red and black set but the razor doesn't have the flat bottom. Maybe yours is a earlier version?

 

Wow, that's nice. Here's the full pic from Mr. Razor. It says "Red & Black Deluxe". Note the difference in the top of the handle between yours and mine.


HERM

 

Mine must be a later version.

 

Deluxe denotes the difference.
I dont know if all red &blck sets were deluxe.
Mr razor shows both standard and deluxe.

 

And there were 2 different Deluxe base plates, a 15mm and a 17mm.

http://theshaveden.com/forums/threads/is-your-gillette-new-razor-a-de-luxe.42405/

 

October 15, 2016
Timeless OC .95 Gap with Triad Ti
Feather (1)
Rudy Vey R7 with Shavemac Finest
Route 66 Twisted Tweed
Witch Hazel
Floid Blue

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I enjoy Saturday morning shaves since I am able to take more time and enjoy the process. The big R7 whipped up a mountain of rich slick lather. On the advise of Mark, @Boojum1 I tried my shortest razor handle with the Timeless OC. The short handle works better with the steep angle. Three passes and minimal clean up ended in a inspection ready BBS shave. My personal best with the Timeless OC. Thanks for the tip Mark. I finished off the shave with a splash of Floid Blue and I am ready for a relaxing day with family and friends. I hope everyone has a fantastic Saturday.

 

Saturday, OCtober 14, 2016

Ever Ready C-40 Envy White
Fine American Blend
Timeless OC with TRIAD Aristocrat Ti
Personna 74 #14
Fine American Blend Aftershave


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No OC shave for me today. I always use one of my birth year razors for my birthday shave. This year it was the Gillette Aristocrat, 46-47. I don't know of an OC from that time. If I did, I would love to have one. I will go back to OCs tomorrow with my Gillette NEW SC.

 

I know I haven't posted anything on this thread yet. Still I've been using my only open comb, Gillette New with a PolSilver every shave so far this month.
Brush, Soap and post-shave are all variables. The brushes I have been using are in honor of my good friend Jim Roe's birth month. They are Jayaruh #14(The Barrel), #24 which I finished in an olive stain, and #31 which I finished to a driftwood appearance. Jim has been gracious to allow my participation in these and a couple more.
Like @Jayaruh today on his birthday, Friday coming (hint, hint) I'll be using my birth year (48-51) Gillette Aristocrat.
I don't post pics because I'm not very well versed in using my phones camera enough to do justice to the New and my three favorite brushes.
I'm looking for a modern open comb but I am unable to justify the price of a stainless steel and unable to settle on any of the non stainless. I would love to try the Blackbird when the open comb comes out but other financial matters take precedence.
I've been following daily the thread and admire everybody's photos and setups. You guys have some great-looking gear.
Until next time my friends keep enjoying your shaves.
... To be continued...

Don

 

Birthday shaves void the rules. But, I could take a hacksaw and make your Aristocrat an OC if you like.

HERM

 

Happy birthday. Today is mine too. I knew i really liked you but could not put my finger in it.

We ROCK


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Hope you had a most excellent day Tom. ​

 

We do ROCK, don't we. Glad to share the date with you.

 

Sorry I missed your birthday! Here's my usual celebration.


HERM

 

Yes, you guys rock.

 

Can I be the happy pink pig. Pretty please.


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I assumed that already.

 

Happy birthday guys!

October must be a good month for birthdays - mine is coming up in a little over a week.

--Bob

 

Bob

It is THE BEST MONTH

Happy Birthday


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A belated Happy Birthday, Tom