SOS: August 2018

Thursday SOTD



Razor: Karve F
Blade: Gillette Spoiler (D4)
Brush: Semogue Owners Club Badger\Boar Taj 24mm
Bowl: HoneycombCopper 4 ½”
Pre-Shave Scrub: MRGO Lime
Pre-Shave Oil: Black Ship Grooming Unscented
Shave Soap: Barrister's Reserve Spice
Post: Monster Block Alum
Aftershave: Barrister's Reserve Spice

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Here's what's goin down for Thursday's Shave

prep-Dove 4 Men Bodywash(Fresh&Clean, Cooling Agent)in shower
shave-Stoylin Glacial Wintergreen Soap
brush-Crown King 26mm Spindle Duro Tali
razor-Dorco Pace 6 Plus Pivot w/Trimmer
A.S.-Gillette Series Cool Wave Splash

 

Bartmann 86
Yaqi Synthetic Brush
Mitchell's Wool Fat Shaving Soap
Vitos Pre/Post Shave
Thayers Lavender Witch Hazel

 

What do you think of the Karve E and F plates Guy?

 

Thursday SOTD
August 16, 2018

Karve Christopher Bradley E Plate
BIC Chrome Platinum
Paladin Shaving Round Table LE Honey Noire
Panna Crema Nuavia Verde
Chatillon Lux Colbeck
ADP Ginepro di Sardegna

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That brush is just gorgeous. Wow.

 

Thanks amigo! It's a lather monster.

 

Paradigm Titanium 11
Israeli Personna
Yaqi 24 mm Black White Synthetic
Pacific Shaving Co Caffeinated Shave Cream
Nivea Balm
Paul Sebastian After Shave

 

Haven't tried the E or F yet, been sitting on them for a week and first go around will be tomorrow shave. If I recall, I believe Mark has tried the E series. From Using the D, I would say since I shave everyday, the D might be the correct base plate for me and the F over kill so I don't ever plan on having days worth of whiskers but we shall see. Will report this weekend as I plan to use F for next two days followed by E.

Speak of the devil, Mark is using his E, maybe he can compare with the Timeless .95

 

I have used the D, E and F plates. The D and E are very close in smoothness with the E being a touch more efficient. The F plate is not as smooth but is much more efficient. The F does require more attention since it bites.

 

I have both Italian Stallion and Kraken aftershave milks and agree that they are a great product. Kind of unusual being a milky consistancy but the skin care is excellent.

 

Very good information my friend, so the F would be something like the '13 R41 or Redtip in comparison for me, nice to use but not for a daily driver.

 

The F plate feels similar to the Timeless 0.95 OC to me while being more efficient. I can use it daily but it’s about my limit as a daily shaver.


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SHAVE OF THE DAY



Prep: shower with Siliski Soaps Floral Bouquet body bar, pre shave soap mix
Razor: Wilkinson Sword Classic
Blade: Royal Stainless (1st shave)
Brush: Razorock BC Plissoft
Soap: Ellegant Rose- Woodland Spice
Post: Siliski Soaps- Frankincense & Myrrh post shave


Magnificent shave this afternoon. First time with Woodland Spice, this artisan has quickly made it to become one of my favorites. Despite having a similar scent profile as Smitten Soapery Stud Muffin, they are very different. Woodland Spice has a bit more citrus mixing with the cinamon and other notes, while Stud Muffin smells heavier on the clove to my nose. There was no burning from the scent despite the cinamon oil and was a bit concerned at first, but no issues to speak of. Lather quality is outstanding, managed to do touch ups with no visable lather without negative consequences. The Siliski Post Shave oil absorbs quickly into the skin, feels great, and has a nice woodsy scent that paired well with Woodland Spice. Couldn't ask for a more perfect shave, and hope everyone had a similar experience!

 

08/16/18 Shave of the Day
Face Wash with The Sudsy Soapery Sandalwood and Citrus with Charcoal and Cocoa Soap
Crown King Alt-Eleven Shampoo & Conditioner Bar- w/ Prickly Pear, Neem Honey & Yucca Root
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements CUBE Mentholated Preshave Soap
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Tombstone Artisan Shaving Soap
Wolf Whiskers RCE# 47 Custom Fluted DWW-3 25mm Black Wolf 3rd batch Synthetic hybrid/fan knot
Creative Flame Pottery Stoneware Shaving Scuttle
Mühle R41 Razor 2013 Head
Derby Extra Blade - 2nd Shave
RazoRock Alum Block
Homemade Lime Infused Witch Hazel
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Tombstone Cologne/Aftershave
Aqua Velva Sensitive 5 in 1 After Shave Balm
The Sudsy Soapery 100% Natural Rain Deodorant​

 

Cool newspaper ads Bill! Its always neat to see these vintage advertisments and see how many of these products become household names over time.

On a side note, it apears those dogs are using a puck of modern Williams for their bath. Big bubbly lather Hahaha. (Sorry couldnt help myself).

 

Interesting, the D plate feels more like the .95 SB so I was leaning the E might be like the OC version

 

August 16, 2018
Occam’s Razor V2 (O.R.E.N.)
Feather Super Pro
Rudy Vey Rover with TGN Finest
Oleo El Caballero
Captain’s Choice Bay Rum

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Terrific photo, Mark!

 

Wonderful picture, Mark!