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

    Your posts have been a positive addition to the thread, Gary... Getting in is easy enough, getting out is nigh impossible.
    The 'Rule', as the intro suggests, is an excellent recommendation for newer shavers. Virtually all of us on here tailor the monthly focuses to our own preferences.
    The Prewar Tech is another great razor. Some of the utilitarian razors don't win any glamour awards, but this Tech with the triangle holes is a quality shaver. I've said it before- there is a reason the design lasted for 40 years.
     
    jtspartan, Oct 22, 2018
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  2. Screwtape

    Screwtape A Shaving Butterfly

    There certainly is good reason for the Tech to have lasted as long as it did. And even with half the base plate including one of the bar guards disfigured and roughened with corrosion, tonight's example shaved perfectly. I don't think this one could be replated or coated well now, which is a pity, because the old warhorse deserves it.
     
    Screwtape, Oct 22, 2018
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  3. brit

    brit in a box

    thank you sir, i enjoy posting here and sharing with you all, gary..
     
    brit, Oct 22, 2018
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  4. jtface

    jtface Well-Known Member

    There's something innately satisfying about donning a self-tied bow tie. I think it's the imperfectness of the knot, and the size of them seems to be larger/fuller than those pre-tied varieties! Super looking tie!
     
    jtface, Oct 22, 2018
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  5. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Another great report John.


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    clint64, Oct 22, 2018
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  6. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    SOTD October 22, 2018

    Prep: Cold water and Stirling mentholated pre-shave soap
    Blade: GEM PTFE
    Razor: Superior Lather Catcher
    Brush: JR #142 black badger
    Soap: C.O. Bigelow cream
    Post: Witch hazel, Barbasol Pacific Rush aftershave

    Excellent shave this morning with a Menthol Monday setup. I forgot how good the Bigelow cream is when I haven't used it in a while. Good stuff. Easy shaving with the Lather Catcher and the blade was binned after the shave as it was time for it to go. A nice splash of Pacific Rush and the day awaits.

    A little chilly this morning outside - upper 30s F - and I turned on our house heat for the first time since last Spring. But knowing Alabama weather I'll have to switch back to A/C at some point before it's all said and done.

    Have a great day!

    SOTD 10-22-18.JPG
     
    PLAla, Oct 22, 2018
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  7. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Great picture, Perry!

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    jluc, Oct 22, 2018
    #2467
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  8. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    OCtober 22nd
    Razor: Cooper Monobilt
    Blade: SuperMax Blue Diamond (3)
    Brush: Maseto Finest badger 30mm
    Pre-shave: Stirling Mentholated
    Soap: PAA Clasico Bay Rum
    Stirling Bay Rum witch hazel
    AS: DCCS Winter Reserve

    Another excellent shave from the Monobilt/SuperMax combo. A great start to the week!

    Have a good day![​IMG]

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    jluc, Oct 22, 2018
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  9. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Nice Menthol Monday shave, Perry!
     
    Norcalnewb, Oct 22, 2018
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  10. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Terrific picture, Jim!
     
    Norcalnewb, Oct 22, 2018
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  11. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Thank you, Jim!

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    jluc, Oct 22, 2018
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  12. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

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    October 22 SOTD:

    Razor: PAA Ascension SS
    Blade: Voskhod
    Brush: Ever-Ready 150
    Lather: CO Bigelow
    Aftershave: Proraso Green
    Additional Care:
    Stirling Unscented PSB

    Another nice shave with this razor, which is officially a favorite. It is such an easy shaver, just perfect for gym mornings. As always, the CO Bigelow was top notch and made for a nice Menthol Monday. I hope everyone has a great day!
     
    Norcalnewb, Oct 22, 2018
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  13. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Wonderful picture, Jim!

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    jluc, Oct 22, 2018
    #2473
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  14. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    Thank you, Jim and Jim!
     
    PLAla, Oct 22, 2018
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  15. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    Wonderful photo, Jim!
     
    PLAla, Oct 22, 2018
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  16. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    Great minds on the Bigelow, Jim! Wonderful photo and shave.
     
    PLAla, Oct 22, 2018
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  17. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Thanks, Perry!

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    jluc, Oct 22, 2018
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  18. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Thank you, Jim!
     
    Norcalnewb, Oct 22, 2018
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  19. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Thank you, Perry! :happy088:
     
    Norcalnewb, Oct 22, 2018
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  20. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Great picture Perry. Same weather here. We finally turned on the heat as well.


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    clint64, Oct 22, 2018
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