February 2019 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

Discussion in 'Shower or Shave of the Day' started by NCoxSTL, Jan 31, 2019.

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What favorites will you be using this month?

  1. My favorite DE other than a Fatboy!

    20 vote(s)
    43.5%

  2. My Fatboy - because it's AWESOME!!

    8 vote(s)
    17.4%

  3. Another adjustable - because it's almost as AWESOME as the Fatboy!

    10 vote(s)
    21.7%

  4. A straight razor or two or three - because the Dark Side and I are one!

    14 vote(s)
    30.4%

  5. SE razors - because they are the coolest and vintagiest of all the vintages!

    19 vote(s)
    41.3%

  6. Mostly cookies. Maybe some cake. And ice cream when I can get it!

    17 vote(s)
    37.0%
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  1. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    February 28th
    Razor: Timeless .95 SC
    Blade: Gillette 7:0Clock Super Stainless (4)
    Brush: Grizzly Bay MaxFury
    Pre-shave: Stirling Mentholated
    Soap: PAA Atomic Age Bay Rum
    Stirling Bay Rum witch hazel
    PAA Star Jelly unscented
    AS: PAA Atomic Age Bay Rum

    Another month in the books. I finished it off with a wonderful shave! BBS with silent alum. Perfect!

    I finished my alphabetical march through my soaps mid month. Other than that I stuck with the Favorites February theme and enjoyed the camaraderie of my 30DC friends.

    Have a great day and I'll see you guys next month![​IMG]

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    jluc, Feb 28, 2019
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  2. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Beautiful B&W shot Perry! Congrats finishing off your sample!

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    jluc, Feb 28, 2019
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  3. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    February 28

    February was a continuation of my focus with the Parker SRX shavette. I have completed 49 shaves with it so far, and I plan to continue this run into March. I used my 30DC LE, JR # 160, and my CH2 brushes, and I alternated between Lord and Rapira DE blades (both good blades, but the Rapira's, especially the Platinum coated ones, are slightly smoother on my mug). My technique and confidence with open blade shaving has continued to improve. It is truly an enjoyable and rewarding way to shave. I also took a small Trac II detour, but don't tell anyone. Although I used other soaps occasionally, my main focus was to use up my Soap Commander Love. Only a small remnant remains, and it will be gone shortly. Not bad, considering I began using this mostly full container in November! Soap Commander is a very good artisan soap, a great value, and worthy of any serious wet shaver's consideration.

    Each day, I shared classic Calvin and Hobbes winter cartoons to keep the mood light. I hope you all enjoyed them as much as I did. This strip is the last (and probably one of my favorites), published on New Year's Eve 1995. It ended a 1o-year run where Calvin and his old buddy Hobbes never lost their love and excitement for life. May the same thing be said for us and our families.

    calvin-and-hobbes-new-day.gif

    I dutifully held up my end of the deal by participating in shenanigans, inside jokes, and enabling as opportunities arose. I've enjoyed participating with you all in Favorites February. It was especially fun to welcome our new members and continue cultivating relationships with the long-time members. A special thanks to our Big Toe @NCoxSTL (cue the movie Stripes) for throwing such a nice party.

    See you all in March!
     
    wristwatchb, Feb 28, 2019
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  4. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Great report, Charlie! See you in March!

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    jluc, Feb 28, 2019
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  5. Trigger

    Trigger Double Jedi Knight

    We definitely are double-bonded!
     
    Trigger, Feb 28, 2019
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  6. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

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    February 28 SOTD:

    Razor: Gillette Fatboy
    Blade: Gillette Nacet
    Brush: Ever-Ready 150
    Lather: Arko
    Aftershave: Maggards London Barbershop
    Additional Care:
    Stirling Unscented PSB

    It's been a great month with the Fatboy. Not a bad shave the whole month, and most of them about as good as it gets. I've also really enjoyed all the Stirling soaps and the Arko quite a bit as well. The best part has been the fun on the thread, though.

    I have gotten a few new soaps this last month, and I have been (im)patiently waiting to use them. So, I am definitely looking forward to a little more variety next month. Thanks for all the fun, and I hope everyone has a great day!
     
    Norcalnewb, Feb 28, 2019
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  7. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Great black and white pic, Perry!
     
    Norcalnewb, Feb 28, 2019
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  8. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Beautiful picture, Jim!
     
    Norcalnewb, Feb 28, 2019
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  9. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    Thanks Jim. I enjoyed following the alphabetical march through your den and your Favorites February themes. You have some amazing gear and your photos are awesome! Let's do this again in March. :)
     
    wristwatchb, Feb 28, 2019
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  10. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Terrific picture, Jim! Looking forward to seeing the new soap acquisitions!

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    jluc, Feb 28, 2019
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  11. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Wonderful write up, Charlie! I am looking forward to seeing your shaves in March!
     
    Norcalnewb, Feb 28, 2019
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  12. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Thank you, Jim!
     
    Norcalnewb, Feb 28, 2019
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  13. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    :signs021:
     
    wristwatchb, Feb 28, 2019
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  14. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Thank you, Jim and Charlie!

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    jluc, Feb 28, 2019
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  15. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    Thanks Jim. It has been equally fun following your Fatboy exploits this month. You couldn't have picked a more classic razor for February Favorites. Your signature photos continue to be one of my daily highlights. I can't wait to see all your new soaps in March!
     
    wristwatchb, Feb 28, 2019
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  16. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    Let's not forget... Arbac soap made its shaving debut this month. A great performer for men who wish to remain single. :D
     
    wristwatchb, Feb 28, 2019
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  17. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Thank you for the kind words, Charlie!
     
    Norcalnewb, Feb 28, 2019
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  18. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    Thank you, Jim! Beautiful photo and great shave!
     
    PLAla, Feb 28, 2019
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  19. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    Thank you, Jim! Wonderful shave and photo today as always!
     
    PLAla, Feb 28, 2019
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  20. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Thanks, Perry!

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    jluc, Feb 28, 2019
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