SOTD MAYhem 26th Gem G-Bar RiteAid CS Ever-Ready 200T Stirling Iced Pineapple Drydock lather bowl I normally don't shave over the weekend but there were a couple reasons I did today. First off over the last few months I've noticed my beard has been coming back quicker and by Sunday I look like a Sasquatch. Secondly it's going to be really warm here and Ice pineapple sounded delightful. Lastly I need a control shave so that I can tell how the industrial Gem CS blade that I stropped worked. First pass with the Rite Aid carbon steel blade was pretty smooth and sharp better than I experienced with the industrial gem blade I tried a few months ago. Across the grain was kind of rough and I'm not sure I'm sold on the CS blades. On a side note the knot in this brush and I are not getting along. It does not have enough backbone for me and it still stinks of badger despite multiple attempts to clean it and using it a dozen or so times. To end on a positive note the ice pineapple was fantastic. I love the scent and the Menthol hit. have a great weekend my friends! Sent from my Galaxy using Tapatalk
I had the same experience the first time with a Glacial. Your skin or menthol tolerance or something adapts and gets used to it where it becomes more enjoyable. Kind of like the spice level of Thai food or setting on an adjustable razor. Over time they start to feel a lot milder. Coo coo cachoo, Clint! I’m a long standing egg man myself. Nothing better!
I agree Randy. My Egg is 23 years old and going strong. The Egg makes a even a bad cook into a good cook. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
You win Clint. I gave my 20 year old egg to my father in law when I won a new one in our church men’s night raffle last year. Pretty sure neither of us will ever have to buy another one. People think I’m a BBQ genius, when really it’s a lot more about having the best tools than having the best skills. This is one place where tools trump technique. (Apologies to the Samurai).
This is the exact reason I didn't have a problem purchasing a Kamado Joe about 5 years ago. I am hoping it is the last grill I ever have to buy. My brother is still using the Imperial Kamado that my parents received as wedding gift in 1961.
Sometimes TGN is hit and miss. I’ve had good ones and some not so good. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
They last forever. I’ve had to replace certain parts over the years like dampers, grated and the rings that attach the top and bottom pieces. Mine has outlasted a number of gas grills that I keep around for grilling something quick. I’ve cooked everything from pies to pizza on the thing. Single best purchase I’ve made for the home. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Hmmm, is that one of the stainless kitty bowls from WallyWorld that you're using as a soap dish? I recognize it because I'm using the same thing for my Stirling sample pucks. They're a perfect size for soap dishes, and flare out just enough for easy loading. Oh yeah - and they're cheap. Yeah, I know this post was a little ways back. I'm a little ways back in catching up with this thread.
I’d like to remind everyone, that there is less than one week left in MAYhem, and several Shavey categories remain unpopulated. Now is the time to get your stunt shave on, or nominate your friends for an award. Also don’t forget to nominate yourself for one of the PIF’s if you’re a newbie, watching from the sidelines or whatever. Make sure you get your Shavey on before the award show starts!
My shoulder just came off along with a Fatty (a roll of sausage with some cheese and New Mexico green chile inside). I have some chicken legs to go on next. I love the Egg as it is so versatile. Mine is only about 5 years old, though.
