Nov 2017 30 Day Rule/Focus

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

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What's YOUR plan for NOVember?

  1. A Rule with a DE razor

    1 vote(s)
    4.2%
  2. A Focus with a DE razor or razors

    7 vote(s)
    29.2%
  3. A Rule with a straight razor

    1 vote(s)
    4.2%
  4. A Focus with a straight razor or razors

    1 vote(s)
    4.2%
  5. Something like a Focus but not really a focused Focus

    12 vote(s)
    50.0%
  6. I'm just hanging out for Thanksgiving. Turkey baby!

    8 vote(s)
    33.3%
  7. Did someone say cookies?? Because I thought you had forgotten!

    7 vote(s)
    29.2%
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  1. mrchick

    mrchick Odd, Terrible Avatar

    Well written Neal! Not only is TSD the best forum, the 30DC is the best group on the Internet. I have learned so much here and have met so many friendly people that I look forward to my daily check-ins.
    Thank you to everybody that makes this possible!
    Happy Thanksgiving!
     
  2. jtspartan

    jtspartan appropriately stimulated, via Netflix

    They had really good prices, unlike leevalley...
     
  3. Douglas Carey

    Douglas Carey Wildman

    :thanks: Jim.
     
  4. Douglas Carey

    Douglas Carey Wildman

    You are right about Lee Valley Tools. Their not to far from use in Ottawa.
     
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  5. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    November 24

    Weber SS
    Gillette Silver Blue (1)
    Simpson Chubby 2 Super
    Mike's Natural Soap - unscented
    Thayers Lavender witch hazel, unrefined shea butter, and Floid Vigoroso aftershave


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  6. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Great picture. Your grandson is having a big time coping you. That smile is so genuine.


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  7. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Wonderful picture Charlie.


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  8. Douglas Carey

    Douglas Carey Wildman

    Outstanding photo Charlie. Love the watch reflection in the razor head. :happy096::happy088::happy088::happy088:
     
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  9. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    Thanks, gentlemen!
     
  10. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Wonderful picture, Charlie!
     
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  11. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    November 24, 2017
    Merkur HD 34C
    Feather (2)
    Doug Korn DK7 with El Druida Manchurian
    Nuàvia Rossa

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    Very quite around the house this morning. The girls went out shopping last night so they are still racked out. I might even brave the crowds later today to shop at the sporting goods store. A very nice relaxing shave makes for a good start to the day. I hope everyone has a great Friday.
     
  12. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Beautiful razor, Adam!
     
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  13. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Looks like a great time, Rick!
     
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  14. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel


    Beautiful razor Adam. The translucent scales are gorgeous.
     
  15. PickledNorthern

    PickledNorthern Fabulous, the unicorn

    That is a great pic, Charlie. Super layout!
     
  16. Douglas Carey

    Douglas Carey Wildman

    Excellent picture Clint. Happy Friday!!!
     
  17. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Thank you Doug. :happy088:
     
  18. Boojum1

    Boojum1 Valet Parking Available Here

    Happy Black Friday amigo! :eatdrink047:Hope you get some great deals today!:happy036:
     
  19. Boojum1

    Boojum1 Valet Parking Available Here

    November 24, 2017

    Dorian Galaxy Two Band
    MDC Vetiver
    OneBlade Genesis
    Feather FHS-10
    Fine Fresh Vetiver
    Tom Ford Grey Vetiver


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  20. Screwtape

    Screwtape A Shaving Butterfly

    Friday morning November 24 - still with the Simpsons mini focus

    Delta Echo Ink black Gillette Fatboy on 4 / Topaz Platinum ( 2 )
    Simpsons Chubby 2 Synthetic brush
    Simpsons Lavender + Vetivert shaving cream
    Alum and TSD Milk Aftershave Lavender

    Like yesterday's Vanilla +Rose, today's Lavender + Vetivert smells mainly of the second listed item. The scent is overwhelmingly spicy grass with the lavender in there somewhere as a background note. Fortunately, while I am a big fan of lavender scents, I also really like vetiver. If you want straight lavender, go with Castle Forbes or TOBS creams. If you want a combo with a strong lavender note, Supply's Lost Provence (lavender, blue sage and basil) or Route 66 Lavender Woods is better. If you want a great vetiver with some lavender in a supporting role, this one will float your boat. I like it.

    Shave performance was excellent as usual with the Simpsons creams. Today I squeezed out the CH2 Synthetic, then got a small dab of cream on the bristles and bowl lathered with a tablespoonful of water. The result was enough creamy lather for three face covering passes with a bit left over to be squeezed out of the knot at the end. Good slip and glide, and I did three passes with zero irritation, so protection was clearly good too.

    I wasn't trying for a BBS today, but my face feels like the baby crawled into the hallway anyway. Silent alum. The TSD milk aftershave gave me an openly lavender finish.

    Tomorrow I will try the last Simpsons cream - the unscented. From sniffing the tub, I get absolutely no scent at all, so I expect it will be a truly neutral cream. Performance will be the only thing that matters.
     
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