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!
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