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April 2018 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion
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Your plan for Arko Adustable April?

  1. Use Arko - DUH!!

    11 vote(s)
    29.7%

  2. Use an adjustable razor - DUH!!

    12 vote(s)
    32.4%

  3. Eat cookies. Lots and lots of cookies.

    11 vote(s)
    29.7%

  4. Use a straight razor - maybe with Arko?

    3 vote(s)
    8.1%

  5. I'll shave whatever way I want, thank you very much Mr. Nosey!

    25 vote(s)
    67.6%

  6. Mail some new survey ideas to Cartel HQ - those guys are dragging us down!

    1 vote(s)
    2.7%
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  1. Screwtape
    Thanks for the detailed report, Bill. The razor looks gorgeous and it's good to hear about its handling from a genuine owner.
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  2. Screwtape
    A lot of great shave reports and photos already today, gentlemen! Plus some family photos that were a pleasure to see, @John Ruschmeyer and @Linuxguile. The continual mixture of shaving, life and shenanigans is what makes this such a wonderful place to hang out.
    wristwatchb, FaceScraper, Keithmax and 8 others like this.
  3. Norcalnewb
    Beautiful picture, Jim!
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  4. Norcalnewb
    Thank you, Clint!
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  5. Norcalnewb
    Terrific picture, Montie!
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  6. RyX
    APRIL Focus Adjustables & Stirling

    Stirling Glastonbury SS
    Caswell-Massey travel badger
    Suribachi bowl, cool water
    Ming Shi 2000S at 4-1/2
    Feather Hi-Stainless blade
    Alum, Lime Patchouli AS

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    I've got big hands and this tiny brush requires using my finger tips for a grip. Otherwise it's dense and short lofted enough to load a semi-soft soap. Being a bright Spring day patchouli scented Glastonbury came due. Easy lather, one slightly used blade, and my chosen setting in this Futur clone supplied an error free reduction. Alum was smooth and quiet. The home made AS - EverClear alcohol, witch hazel, and E.O. gave a pleasant burn and just the right scent.
    Good Shaves Y'all!
    wristwatchb, Screwtape, FaceScraper and 11 others like this.
  7. Linuxguile
    Very nice Rick! What ratio did you end up using for alcohol/WH in the AS ?
    RyX, Norcalnewb, clint64 and 4 others like this.
  8. blondblue
    She looks happy......service animals mean so much.
    FaceScraper, RyX, Linuxguile and 5 others like this.
  9. blondblue
    I'm going to have the same issue as you tomorrow-waiting for Stoylin numbness to wear off...but it is supposed to be around 70, so I should feel comfortable enough.
    FaceScraper, Linuxguile, Norcalnewb and 4 others like this.
  10. RyX
    Half and half, same as the AS Tom @twhite made for me. I prefer high alcohol content and never use straight WH.
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    Linuxguile, Norcalnewb, clint64 and 3 others like this.
  11. jtface
    Razor - Merkur 34c
    Blade - Astra SP
    Brush - Bluebeards Doubloon
    Lather - Palmolive shave stick (mashed in a mug)
    Post Shave - Witch Hazel & Arko 'Natural Krem'

    Really loving the shaves from the 34c at the moment. Irritation has been greatley reduced, and I am getting a DFS each time with 3 easy passes! Really pleased that I gave this razor another shot!
    wristwatchb, Screwtape, FaceScraper and 9 others like this.
  12. jluc
    Thanks Clint! Big plans this weekend, neglected yard work and a much needed haircut. Have a great weekend!

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  13. montieg
    Thank you.
    PLAla, Linuxguile, Norcalnewb and 2 others like this.
  14. montieg
    No problems with the clone? I've read about problems and people getting cut pretty good.
    Edison Carter, PLAla, Linuxguile and 3 others like this.
  15. jluc
    Thank you Jim!

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  16. clint64
    Great photo Rick. You have me interested in making my own AS. Mmmm.
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  17. clint64
    The 34c is really a very razor.
    Edison Carter, PLAla, Linuxguile and 2 others like this.
  18. Norcalnewb
    Great picture, Rick! I like the sound of the AS.
    PLAla, Linuxguile, RyX and 2 others like this.
  19. Norcalnewb
    Great picture of you daughter, John!
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  20. RyX
    I did a 30 Day Focus with it. Started at the lowest setting and bumped up to max. I found 4.5 (of 1-6) to be comfortable and efficient. Ride the cap, no pressure, DFS and no nicks!

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