January 2019 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

Damaging your razor is disappointing...but you'd didn't get hurt, you had a back up razor, and you got a nice shave. I'm sure the blade edge can be fully restored. Stuff happens. No worries!

 

Sorry that happened.

 

Thank you Patrick. I'll have some more greenery for you tomorrow.

 

Thank you Joseph. I am feeling a little better today.

 

hello fello shavers, playing around today with some vintage soap,old english lavender dp brand?..thanks to all who suggested i try out..wet the puck for a moment or two and loaded the opal..not bad lather, took a bit but nice..smooth 3 pass dfs with the service razor/gsb combo..neat slice of history.not sure how old the soap is but really scarce.have a great day,gary..

 

January 23rd
Schick E3
Jeeves Apothecary SS
APShaveCo Flattop/ Sapele Handle
Thayers
Barrister's Reserve Cool AS

Another one of those days- early morning shave, late afternoon post. Gave myself a break from the MMOC today, for no other reason than I felt like it, I guess. Went with the E3, which definitely falls under the 'oft-neglected/not used enough' category. Very pleasant 3 pass shave- nice lather and smooth results.
Made a new brush handle on the weekend to house this flat top I've had for a few months. The wood is Sapele and is often referred to as 'African Mahogany'. I find true Mahogany a little deeper looking grain, but this is a nice looking wood as well and is very easy to work with. The wood looks different depending on how the light hits it. Tried to make the flare at the bottom match the flare of the knot somewhat. A little metallic paint and Bobs your uncle. Here is a better pic:

Have a great evening all!

 

Great shave Gary.

 

Nice, Jason!

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The brush looks fantastic. What did you thing of the flat top knot?

 

I've read up, tried with the less than adequate set of rocks here, but haven't successfully set a bevel on a SR. I like your idea of a Regression instead of a Progression through the hone grades. If a light touch will restore the edge you don't have to start from the beginning.

 

I have an Uncle Bob, but he's a retired petroleum worker. Don't think he's ever produced anything that functional & handsome! Nice piece Jason. I know it's fresh off the machines and the paint's hardly dry but it looks like it could be a well cared for 100 year old heirloom.

I'll echo Clint @clint64 - how's the action on the Flat Top knot? Badger or synth?

 

January Shavette Focus

Jeeves of Hudson Street Bay Rum SS
The King / Badger by Steve @Vlasta
Osaka Suribachi bowl / scuttle
Luxor & Personna Lab Blue blade
Shulton Leather AS & Cologne
Great lather from the Jeeves. Just enough "other than Bay Rum" scent for me to enjoy & it goes well with the vintage Old Spice finish. Three passes on two days growth netted a CCS. One small nick in my chin reminding me I'm getting better but haven't achieved competency. The month's not over and I'm feeling more comfortable in my grips though some areas just defy my efforts. This isn't a Luxor Pro model I'm wielding. It's the Careful It Bites predecessor.
Good Shaves Y'all!

 

Thank you, Patrick!

Wonderful stuff, Jason!

Great shave, Rick! I've been interested in a leather scent and those vintage Leather bottles are so appealing!

 

thank you clint..

 

Thanks Chris. I thought it would be too radical a move to start with the 1k stone, however, I am willing to go there if the need arises.

 

Sorry for the Shavette Fu length train- late to the party today.

The Fat, SC and Stirling? Yup, not a bad start.
Have fun getting Spring Break planned, Perry! We had a hoot at Disneyland a couple years ago.

Awesome pic, Jim, and a very satisfying sounding shave.

Ok, now you're just playing with me with another CH2 pic, Clint! Awesome greenery as well.

Top Of the Chain in Canada now stocks Martin De Candre, fwiw. $89 CDN a jar (about $65 USD). Not sure how this price compared to bringing it in from France.

I could see how the ribs in the dish would be a good agitator. You're definitely not keeping the pinky on the mug with that one though...

Fantastic looking brush, Doug!

Great travel SOTD, Brian. Hopefully you're not away from home too long this time.

Awesome Hump Day shot, Andrew! He's grown so much.

Well, at least you didn't get hurt, only the razor. I probably would've sliced a toe (or much worse) off.

What an artistic shot, Charlie! Have fun with your friend tonight.

World of Whiskey? Sign me up.

Cool soap score, Gary. What is 'dp' brand?

Awesome 'Rick Pic'. Those Leather bottles fit right in.

 

Thank you. After one use, it does feel differently than a SynBad. Not a face full of pillow like the big SynBad. More backbone, but not as much as a tuxedo. Super soft still, but not as easy to splay as a SynBad. I'll use it a few more days coming up to give a better opinion.

 

I am trying to eat through some soaps.

 

Good photo with excellent Old Spice Leather.

 

Thank you, Jason!

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