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. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    It is a very good soap for a great cause. I will get it in the rotation before Christmas.
     
    clint64, Dec 11, 2017
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  2. John Ruschmeyer

    John Ruschmeyer Well-Known Member

    December 11, 2017

    Razor: L4 Gillette Tech
    Blade: German Wilkie (3)
    Brush: Razorock Plissoft 22
    Cream: KMF fragrance-free
    Post: Alum, Listerine, WH

    Not a lot to say about this shave; definitely not decadent. Yesterday's shave was kind of late and, rather than skip today, I went for one pass with a mild razor. I'm going to call it a CCS with no issues and move on. I'll do this the right way tomorrow.
     
    John Ruschmeyer, Dec 11, 2017
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  3. Linuxguile

    Linuxguile dating an unusual aristocrat

    You can get the Yaqi brushes on Aliexpress in individual quantities. No loose knots though.
    Beautiful photo, Clint!
    Awesome shot, Jim!
    Fantastic photo, Perry!
    Amazing stup, Brian!
    Very nice Charlie!
    I'm glad to see the MonoBilt is treating you well, Jason!
    Awesome shot, Mark!
     
    Linuxguile, Dec 11, 2017
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  4. jtspartan

    jtspartan appropriately stimulated, via Netflix

    Yes, the MonoBilt is a keeper, no doubt. I just arranged to have it replated. It won't be going in for a little bit, but I figured as long as I arranged it before the end of the month I'd be fine for NB '18...
     
    jtspartan, Dec 11, 2017
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  5. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Thank you Andrew.
     
    clint64, Dec 11, 2017
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  6. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    I would say you are fine for NB 2018.
     
    clint64, Dec 11, 2017
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  7. jtspartan

    jtspartan appropriately stimulated, via Netflix

    Thank you all.
     
    jtspartan, Dec 11, 2017
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  8. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Thank you, Andrew!
     
    Norcalnewb, Dec 11, 2017
    #1748
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  9. Linuxguile

    Linuxguile dating an unusual aristocrat

    SOTN DECember 10th
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    RazoRock Baby Smooth
    Lord Platinum Class
    Yaqi Professional 30mm (Cruiser Class)
    Stirling MITA
    Barbasol Pacific Rush ASB

    Last nights shave was a bit of a juxtaposition. I decided to revisit the Lord Platinum Class blade and was immediately reminded why I don't like them, tuggy. Yet, after 3 tuggy passes I was left with a BBS shave that lasted through the night and into this morning. First use of the behemoth 30mm Yaqi solid black knot, yes it is a beast and quite dense but it lacks the backbone that the 28mm Tuxedo style has. Rather it feels more like a black fiber plisson type knot. Still very nice and can cover the whole side of your face when fully splayed. Another plus is the handle feels great in the hand, the two ridges in the middle make it really easy to hold on to. With every shave more and more of the bottom of the tub become visible on my MITA sample, really pleased with the rate I am using up this soap. Have a great day my friends!
     
    Linuxguile, Dec 11, 2017
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  10. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Excellent picture, Andrew! I like the theme.
     
    Norcalnewb, Dec 11, 2017
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  11. Linuxguile

    Linuxguile dating an unusual aristocrat

    Thanks Jim!
     
    Linuxguile, Dec 11, 2017
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  12. jtspartan

    jtspartan appropriately stimulated, via Netflix

    My goodness, these are becoming more artistic all the time! Looks like 'Scrapbookin Charlie' @wristwatchb has rubbed off on us. I was able to find his fall flyer earlier...
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    jtspartan, Dec 11, 2017
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  13. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Great looking brush Andrew.
     
    clint64, Dec 11, 2017
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  14. Linuxguile

    Linuxguile dating an unusual aristocrat

    Thank you, Jason!
    Thanks Clint! I'm really starting to love the bigger brushes. The Soap Destroyer was my gateway drug.
     
    Linuxguile, Dec 11, 2017
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  15. Drygulch

    Drygulch Snowballs

    Broke out the Geo Wostenholm and Son IXL Razor that just came back from @HolyRollah's shop. This razor is a survivor, but won't win any beauty contests. Original scales and lead wedge, with some pretty significant pitting on the blade and tang. Pretty sure this is the ugly sibling to the razor with the stars on the scales that @Keithmax posted a few days ago. Just a hair over 7/8 and a heavy grind, listed as hollow ground, but close to a wedge. Fresh Jnat edge from Kevin. TSD Purple Rain soap and aftershave, a tribute to Prince for the software. Three passes, and just about caught the baby. Great shave today.
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    Drygulch, Dec 11, 2017
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  16. Linuxguile

    Linuxguile dating an unusual aristocrat

    That is a big ol' blade, Adam!
     
    Linuxguile, Dec 11, 2017
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  17. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    Wow, guys. Thanks for the kind words. Happy Monday, my friends.
     
    wristwatchb, Dec 11, 2017
    #1757
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  18. LOOT

    LOOT Well-Known Member

    Who is doing the replate?
     
    LOOT, Dec 11, 2017
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  19. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    Careful Jason, or I'll report you to the NB18 committee for having the Monobilt replated. :)
     
    wristwatchb, Dec 11, 2017
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  20. LOOT

    LOOT Well-Known Member

    Timeless OC .95 Scalloped
    @Jayaruh 223
    Kai (2)
    Stirling Rose

    After 3 days with the Blackbird, I broke out the Timeless to gauge the difference. More blade feel to the BB. The 95 was smoother and more forgiving it seemed. My face is over daily shaving with these beasts. I need to take a few days off.

    First day with the Rose. I'm on the fence. It did not feel as slick as other Stirling soaps.

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    LOOT, Dec 11, 2017
    #1760
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