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. Screwtape

    Screwtape A Shaving Butterfly

    Friday October 19

    Jason's PAL Injectomatic / vintage PAL Stainless (4?)
    JR267 birdseye maple and Omega 49 boar knot
    Hendrix Classics Barbershop soap
    Stirling Autumn Glory splash sample

    I went back to the Injectomatic for one more shave before sending it back to Jason. Another great two-pass shave from it. I finished off with another Stirling splash sample. They describe this one as a walk through an Autumn woods. Maybe. It's quite strongly scented anyway. And another I won't be buying...
     
    Screwtape, Oct 19, 2018
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  2. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Great report John. At least the samples are allowing you to rule out future purchases.


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  3. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    SOTD October 19, 2018

    Prep: Cold water and Stirling mentholated pre-shave soap
    Blade: Personna
    Razor: Schick B1
    Brush: Omega 10049 boar
    Soap: Mitchell's Wool Fat
    Post: Witch hazel, Fine American Blend aftershave

    Another wonderful Fat Friday shave in the books. This is a recycled picture from last month as I didn't have time to snap one last night. The B1 did its job quite well this morning. This razor is not noisy whatsoever, so you have to watch pressure and let the weight and heft do its work. Wonderful lather from The Fat and a nice finish from the American Blend. Can't ask for much else. Smooth, comfortable, and drama free.

    Have a great day!

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  4. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Breaking out the Repeater for Fat Friday. :happy096: Great picture Perry.
     
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  5. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    October 19, 2018
    Wolfman Ti OC (.74mm) with Hempel Ti
    Feather
    Zenith B27 Boar 28mm x 55mm
    L’Occitane Cade

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    A great shave to end the work week. The Cade soap was a gift from my wife and I really like this one. Nothing special as such but it just works. Two passes and touch ups ended in a near perfect shave. My lower right neck, aka "My Nemesis " foiled my attempted at a perfect shave. A little of the matching balm and I am off to conquer the day. I hope everyone has a great Friday.
     
    clint64, Oct 19, 2018
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  6. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    Thank you, Clint! Beautiful photo. I recall Nick Shaves on Youtube using L'Occitane Cade. I watched a lot of his videos when I was starting out and learning to lather soaps and shave with a DE. But I've never tried it. Glad you enjoy it!

    Here's to Friday. :eatdrink047:
     
    PLAla, Oct 19, 2018
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  7. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Excellent picture, Perry! Recycling is good!
     
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  8. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Beautiful picture, Clint!
     
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  9. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

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    October 19 SOTD:

    Razor: PAA Ascension SS
    Blade: Voskhod
    Brush: Ever-Ready 150
    Lather: Arko
    Aftershave: Ogallala Bay Rum with Lime and Peppercorns
    Additional Care:
    Stirling Unscented PSB

    A really nice shave this morning with this combination. The Arko was just about as good as it gets, and I have to say to me, this is a terrific razor. It is perfect for gym mornings where I am in a bit of hurry, as it is such an easy shaver. I did two passes and go an easy DFS. I hope everyone has a great day!
     
    Norcalnewb, Oct 19, 2018
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  10. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Thank you Perry. My wife gave me several soaps including Cade and Pre de Provence. I have only used each several times but this far I prefer the Cade.


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  11. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Thank you Jim.


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  12. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Great photo and report Jim.


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    clint64, Oct 19, 2018
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  13. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Thank you, Clint!
     
    Norcalnewb, Oct 19, 2018
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  14. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    Thank you, Jim! Wonderful photo on your post. Love the pumpkin addition.
     
    PLAla, Oct 19, 2018
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  15. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    October 18

    Gillette NEW LC
    Voskhod (1)
    Kent BK4 Silvertip
    Le Père Lucien - unscented
    Alum, Thayers Lavender witch hazel, Trumper Coral Skin Food, and unrefined shea butter
    Aramis EDT

    Last evening, I enjoyed a two-pass shave at home with my OCtober setup. It's good to be home. I used Aramis earlier in the day, and it was still going strong when I shaved. I love the scent, especially in cooler weather, but I need to remember to use one spray instead of two. ;)

    I switched back to the Voskhod to compare against the Sharp Star. Both are great blades, but I prefer the Sharp Star for sharpness and smoothness by a slight margin.

    Happy Friday, gentlemen!
     
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  16. Primotenore

    Primotenore missed opera tunity

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    Beautiful Clint. Wife gives husband shave soap as a gift...:shocked029:
    ;)
     
    Primotenore, Oct 19, 2018
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  17. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Great Fat Friday shave, Perry!
    Beautiful photo, Clint!
    Love the picture, Jim!
    Nice shave, Charlie!


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  18. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    Thank you, Jim!
     
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  19. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    Thanks Jim!
     
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  20. Screwtape

    Screwtape A Shaving Butterfly

    Thanks, Clint. Yes, the samples are working. I ordered a set of four splashes in scents I was wondering about. I like Coniferous and might go for a full tub and/or bottle. The other three, not.

    Great photos and reports today, gentlemen!
     
    Screwtape, Oct 19, 2018
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