DECember 2017 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

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What would you like to find in your stocking this Christmas?

  1. A decadent Gillette Toggle or other rare vintage DE

    6 vote(s)
    15.8%

  2. A decadent mint condition SE razor from the early 20th century

    3 vote(s)
    7.9%

  3. A decadent vintage straight razor, restored to perfection.

    8 vote(s)
    21.1%

  4. A puck or two of your favorite decadent soap or cream

    8 vote(s)
    21.1%

  5. A luxurious and decadent High Mountain Badger brush (or your favorite type)

    9 vote(s)
    23.7%

  6. A plate of decadent cookies.

    12 vote(s)
    31.6%

  7. Anything besides a lump of coal. Because coal isn't decadent. It's just depressing.

    21 vote(s)
    55.3%
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  1. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Beautiful picture, Charlie! Sounds like a great day, have fun.
     
    Norcalnewb, Dec 2, 2017
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  2. Keithmax

    Keithmax Breeds Pet Rocks

    Saturday shave:

    Decadent equipment but not a decadent results. I was hoping to nail my 3rd epic shave in a row, but not even close. The edge felt fine but the lather was just not what I need to nail the epic shave. I love the scent but I am going to have to work how to get the lather I want out of this soap.

    Irritation B+ Closeness A- Smoothness A Sharpness A

    Razor: Koraat 7/8 half hollow
    Stop: SRD
    Brush: Thäter 2 band
    Pre: Nivea
    Soap: Chiseled Face
    AS: Speick AS, L’Ocitanne
    Scent: Zoologist Civet
    ID - 1.jpg
     
    Keithmax, Dec 2, 2017
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  3. Keithmax

    Keithmax Breeds Pet Rocks

    Have a great time! :happy093:
     
    Keithmax, Dec 2, 2017
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  4. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    That is a great razor, Keith!
     
    Norcalnewb, Dec 2, 2017
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  5. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    I hope work settles down some for you soon. The Brian Brown razor looks great.
     
    clint64, Dec 2, 2017
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  6. FaceScraper

    FaceScraper Well-Known Member

    Nice setup Neal! The brush looks excellent!
     
    FaceScraper, Dec 2, 2017
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  7. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Thank you Jared and Keith. It was a pleasure to work with Rudy.
     
    clint64, Dec 2, 2017
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  8. FaceScraper

    FaceScraper Well-Known Member

    I love the scales on that straight Chris!
     
    FaceScraper, Dec 2, 2017
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  9. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Great start to the month. BBS and blood free shave with a setting of 6. :happy088:

    Great lineup and start to the month. :happy096:

    Inspiration for the daily shaves for the thread is a wonderful idea. :)

    Have fun with your full social calendar Charlie. :eatdrink047:

    Wow. The razor is gorgeous. :happy096:
     
    clint64, Dec 2, 2017
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  10. FaceScraper

    FaceScraper Well-Known Member

    Decadent and festive Charlie! Any photo with a Simpson Chubby instantly becomes luxurious!
     
    FaceScraper, Dec 2, 2017
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  11. FaceScraper

    FaceScraper Well-Known Member

    Wowzers! Sorry you didn't get the epic shave you were after. But, wow Keith! That's some SWEET looking gear! :)
     
    FaceScraper, Dec 2, 2017
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  12. BaylorGator

    BaylorGator MISTER Fancypants

    Way to lay low, Jason!

    My re-education at the gulag was one of the highlights of the year, honorable comrade. That post must have been caused by a glitch in the matrix.

    Sounds like a big time, brother! Snap some selfies...
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    Keith, your stable of beautiful razors just keeps trotting out thoroughbred after thoroughbred! Nice.
     
    BaylorGator, Dec 2, 2017
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  13. FaceScraper

    FaceScraper Well-Known Member

    I've had a "modified goatee" for years, and it's pretty much required by SWMBO. She likes facial hair, so that's the compromise. You know the drill, no doubt...happy wife, happy life! :)
     
    FaceScraper, Dec 2, 2017
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  14. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    December 2, 2017
    OneBlade Genesis
    Modified Gem PTFE (6)
    Rudy Vey R7 with Shavemac Finest
    MdC Fougère
    Myrsol Agua Balsamica

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    The RV7 easily loaded the MdC easily. While face lathering I added water slowly several times to achieve a rich slick lather with the plushness of the brush adding to the experience. Three passes and touch ups ended in a near perfect shave with no nicks, weepers and irritation. As I rinse my face, I am reminded how clean the MdC leaves my face compared to some other soaps. This is likely due to the lack of additives for post shave feel. A splash of Agua Balsamica continued the herbal theme of shave. I hope everyone has a great Saturday.
     
    clint64, Dec 2, 2017
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  15. FaceScraper

    FaceScraper Well-Known Member

    Great photo and great gear Clint! Classy!!
     
    FaceScraper, Dec 2, 2017
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  16. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Thank you Bruce. :happy088:
     
    clint64, Dec 2, 2017
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  17. PickledNorthern

    PickledNorthern Fabulous, the unicorn

    In my experience I am completely unable to get the lather I want from Chiseled Face. I love the scents, and it makes a huge explosive lather, perfect for a quick DE shave. But if it has a sweet spot where a guy can mix a bowl full of shiny wet lather that’s gonna hold up through a four pass straight shave, I have been unable to find it.
     
    PickledNorthern, Dec 2, 2017
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  18. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    Thanks guys! Happy Saturday!
     
    wristwatchb, Dec 2, 2017
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  19. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    The Koraat is just a beautiful razor, Keith. :happy088:
     
    wristwatchb, Dec 2, 2017
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  20. PickledNorthern

    PickledNorthern Fabulous, the unicorn

    Thanks Clint. It is settling.
     
    PickledNorthern, Dec 2, 2017
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