April 2019 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

thank you Clint..

 

thank you sir..

 

i do combination passes, which are basically wtg first for the bulk and almost against the grain for the rest .with pick ups/buffing /short strokes.beard growth is all over the place..

 

I'm sure you've already gotten a number of replies, however I'll throw in my thoughts on the Karve. They're incredibly well made. Excellent tolerances and craftsmanship. While they aren't cheap, they're almost a steal at their price point. They are a great way to get into a higher end razor without paying a premium. Add in the variety of baseplates available, you can tailor it to your liking. Hands down - it's my favorite DE of those I have. Smooth, efficient and well balanced.
I've heard nothing but good about Blackland's offerings as well - and there's a good chance that one (or two) will end up getting a home here someday. And, no doubt the Timeless Razors are beautiful. They are a touch pricey, especially when you make a few configuration changes. Good luck on your decision making!

 

That's a wonderful shave, Gary. It's always fun to see what old beauty you select for your shave. Your models are always cool to see as well. I use this '66 Jaguar E-Type (probably my favorite all time car) for my computer wallpaper:

 

Good rule of thumb, Paul. That's what I've been trying to do.

 

1966 was a very good year.

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that is a beauty.. the volvo dealership i worked at in the 90s had one just like that. it was the owners car and he stored it in the shop. i kept it running and roadtested it a lot as it sat around most of the time.. finicky carbs..fun to drive..

 

Repeat after me...

I need a birth year Jaguar...
It would be cool to have a birth year Jaguar...
My family wants me to have a birth year Jaguar...
I can afford a birth year Jaguar with my overtime pay...​

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damn , i almost bought a jaguar..lol..

 

See, the truck enabling wasn't so bad, was it!

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Awesome story, Gary. I have never driven a Jag, but would love to someday. My Dad's friend had a gold '67 E-Type convertible with dark interior that he purchased new. It was stunning, and I've loved them ever since that time.

 

Thanks for the info.

 

The Parker is just sooooo enjoyable to use. It will get plenty of runtime. Not that it will cause a fella to retire any later by using Feathers in it, it's hard to justify using them in a shavette when there's no difference in feel or performance. Astras or Derby fit the bill nicely. The equivalent of 200 blades for less than a ten-spot...tough to beat.

An intervention! Yeah! That's the ticket!
A drum of Clubman along with a Parker SRX is EXACTLY what he needs. His bride really should get the opportunity to not only see him shaving with a shavette, but have another shot at smelling that manly barbershop scent - splashed on with reckless abandon. She'd be all over him - much like the Hai Karate commercials.

 

Number three tonight.....cedar.

 

Have fun with the kami!

 

Nice work, Danny! What type of finish coat do you plan to use?

 

Saturday Shave

This razor is fresh off a touch up on a Shapton Glass 16k. The Castle Forbes delivered as always and made tons of lather with this monster Polo 12, the results... epic.

Irritation A+ Closeness A+ Smoothness A+ Sharpness A+

Razor: Koraat 7/8, 3/4 hollow
Strop: Roo
Brush: Simpson Polo 12
Pre: Nivea
Soap: Castle Forbes
AS: Blood on Steel AS, Stirling ASB
Scent: Frederic Malle Musc Ravageur

 

I too was overweight a few times in my life. Limited everything from how i did my job to self esteem. Not a good feeling

Stay healthy. We need you here Charlie.

Great stuff Danny