October 2018 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

Discussion in 'Shave School' started by NCoxSTL, Sep 30, 2018.

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Which open comb razors are you planning to use?

  1. Old school Gillette Old Style. Because I'm tough like that

    15 vote(s)
    39.5%

  2. A modern replica of the Old Style. Because I'm almost tough like that

    5 vote(s)
    13.2%

  3. Fatip. Because I'm even tougher than you know

    6 vote(s)
    15.8%

  4. MMOC. Because I'm even tougher than those DE boys who think they're tough

    11 vote(s)
    28.9%

  5. A vintage Aristocrat or something similar. Because I'm tough like that.....and classy too!s

    10 vote(s)
    26.3%

  6. Who needs to act tough with OC razors. I'll stay with straights, thank you very much.

    6 vote(s)
    15.8%

  7. Pain sticks because combs of any kind are for sissies.

    2 vote(s)
    5.3%

  8. Can I please just have some cookies and you can stop asking questions?!

    2 vote(s)
    5.3%

  9. I'm sick of cookies. Can we have donuts for a month?

    16 vote(s)
    42.1%
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  1. jtspartan

    jtspartan appropriately stimulated, via Netflix

    OCtober 14th
    Gillette Aristocrat w PermaSharp Super (1)
    Hendrix Soap Sample
    Omega ‘49/ Walnut
    Thayers
    Barrister’s Reserve Fern AS
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    Had a nice shave last night to put an positive end on a frustrating day. Went out to the lake to winterize the trailer yesterday and had one problem after another. The capper on the day (after discovering mouse signs in the trailer and trying to find out where they came in) was not having the water pump work. We are hooked up to town water there and therefore never need the water pump in the RV. I do, however, need the water pump to get the potable antifreeze through the water lines so that it doesn’t freeze in the winter. There is a seal gone or something, but the pump is working, but didn’t build pressure. I’ll have to drive the 2 hours back out there next weekend with my air compressor to blow the lines out that way. Very frustrating.
    Anyway, back to the shave... took a break from OCtober to try out this beautiful Aristocrat, which came with few other razors to try from John @Screwtape, along with an exchange of some software. Finally pulled out the Hendrix sample, which came generously from Pete. Pressed a bit in the bottom of the bowl and loaded more than enough lather. Continued pulling out blades that I only have one tuck or less of for ‘odds and ends’, so out came the PermaSharp.
    The shave was a little rushed, as we were going out to a soirée with some of my wife’s musician friends and were running late. Got in two very nice passes with a quick neckline touch up. I love the weight and feel of the Aristocrat’s handle. Results were similar to what I’d expect from other nice Gillette TTOs after two passes. Will spend another day with this beauty tomorrow.
    Have a great afternoon all!
     
    jtspartan, Oct 14, 2018
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  2. mrchick

    mrchick Odd, Terrible Avatar

    Yet another post from an airport. The good thing about this business trip is I’m going to the home office. I’ll get to have dinner with my Mom and my Sister tonight.

    Cella Shave Soap
    Elk Antler Badger Brush
    Heart Columbia JWest Razor
    Lucky Tiger
    Ogallala Bay Rum After Shave
    Have a blessed Sunday![​IMG]
    This is becoming one of my favorite razors. What a nice shave
     
    mrchick, Oct 14, 2018
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  3. jtspartan

    jtspartan appropriately stimulated, via Netflix

    You are bang on about the Injectomatic, John. If you keep the pressure ‘non-existent’, it is not the meatgrinder I thought it was before I knew what I was doing.
     
    jtspartan, Oct 14, 2018
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  4. brit

    brit in a box

    the brit new rfb is my favorite oc razor for shave quality and looks...
     
    brit, Oct 14, 2018
    #1644
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  5. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Excellent picture, Jason! Sorry about the day yesterday, I hope you get the water lines sorted out.
     
    Norcalnewb, Oct 14, 2018
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  6. jtspartan

    jtspartan appropriately stimulated, via Netflix

    Thank you for the nice words about the brushes, Neal. I have enjoyed everything about making them for the 30DC, even if the last one was a result of a bet...lots of regulars on here now who weren’t around here when we did the LE, maybe it is time for a version 2 sometime.
    Safe travels.
     
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    jtspartan, Oct 14, 2018
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  7. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Great picture, Brian!
     
    Norcalnewb, Oct 14, 2018
    #1647
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  8. mrchick

    mrchick Odd, Terrible Avatar

    Thank you!
     
    mrchick, Oct 14, 2018
    #1648
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  9. brit

    brit in a box

    nice...one of my favorite u.s. razors..
     
    brit, Oct 14, 2018
    #1649
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  10. jtspartan

    jtspartan appropriately stimulated, via Netflix

    I think he’s actually been quite subtle so far, John. I’m waiting for the well-deserved other shoe to drop at some point.
     
    jtspartan, Oct 14, 2018
    #1650
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  11. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Beautiful picture, Jason! Too bad about the water pump.

    Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk
     
    jluc, Oct 14, 2018
    #1651
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  12. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Great picture, Brian! Enjoy your dinner with your mom and sister.

    Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk
     
    jluc, Oct 14, 2018
    #1652
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  13. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    Thank you, gentlemen!
     
    PLAla, Oct 14, 2018
    #1653
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  14. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    Beautiful photo, Jason! Sorry for the frustrations on your trailer.
     
    PLAla, Oct 14, 2018
    #1654
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  15. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    Wonderful photo, Brian! Enjoy the dinner with your sister and mom!
     
    PLAla, Oct 14, 2018
    #1655
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  16. jtface

    jtface Well-Known Member

    Razor: Schick G1
    Blade: Personna PTFE (2nd use)
    Brush: Ever Ready w/ 24mm Tuxedo knot
    Soap: TOBS Peppermint
    Post Shave: Nivea Sensitive

    After the incredible success of yesterday's shave with the Schick, I couldn't really put it back on the shelf! Another 3 passes WTG/ATG/XTG led to my smooth shave yet... So very close to BBS... I did over shave though - my skin is letting me know with a slight burn. Almost no sign of any razor bumps on my neck (a first for me) and a lovely smooth finish. I am not entirely sure that the ATG pass is really offering me much in terms of improving the shave quality (at least not enough to counteract the over shaving feel). The tuxedo brush whips up lather INCREDIBLY well... I am using less product than with the old (crappy) boar and getting more lather (enough for 4 good passes from an almond sized dollop).

    Enjoy your shaves gents.
     
    jtface, Oct 14, 2018
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  17. jtface

    jtface Well-Known Member

    I think you need more lather next time. :shaver
     
    jtface, Oct 14, 2018
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  18. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    Methinks @NCoxSTL moonlights as a cartoonist.
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    wristwatchb, Oct 14, 2018
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  19. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Wonderful picture Jason. Sorry about the bad day. Unfortunately they do happen.


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    clint64, Oct 14, 2018
    #1659
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  20. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    That's a sweet looking razor, John. I bet it shaves great. Are you going to keep this one and replace it with another razor in the pass-around box?
     
    wristwatchb, Oct 14, 2018
    #1660
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