June 2019 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

Hembree · Jun 19, 2019

jason koonce said: ↑

View attachment 197402 My birthday shave!!!!
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Happy birthday and a great shave to boot!

jluc · Jun 19, 2019

Edison Carter said: ↑

Basically, I wanted one of these from the first I saw them.
Rasoir Sabre "My Fine Steed".
Missed out on the first batch of these.
Not this time!

Decades old, multiple strike forging.
52100 high carbon steel.
Hand ground on vintage 2 wheel grinder.
Honed and sharpened with pride, and sold with 'Do Not re-hone' I instructions from themanufacturer.
Yup, it is sharp. Now my top.

Been looking for an edge to compete with a half DE shavette. This is real close. The best shaving straight I've ever used.

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My shave
Cleaned off the oil, 10 cycles on horsehide and off I went.
Great shave!

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Beautiful, Bill! Congrats!

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brit · Jun 19, 2019

Hembree said: ↑

You are always welcome!
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thank you..it would be cool..i spent a few years in my teens on a farm,with long horn cattle,many fields and some cool stuff.lots of haying ..loved it..

Trigger · Jun 19, 2019

Paul Turner said: ↑

Brought out the Stoylin Ramblin Man(both the shave soap and A.S.). Again I'd like to thank my PIFer, Mr. Cawtuh(he knows his username , for getting the soap started. I suppose many PIFed soaps are just like that-the receiver already has a heads start in the loading process. I'm not sure how long it will last until July 4-my "cutoff date" for which soaps to keep through the warm-to-hot months. Two chin weepers prevented a 100% satisfied shave, but that goes on my shaving, not the soap. I'm still getting accustomed to the tiny peephole from which the aftershave is applied. But a decent overall shave.
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Paul, great shave and post!

Trigger · Jun 19, 2019

b1hart said: ↑

Lovely 'Just the Basics' shave and image Gary!

Incredible color coordination Jim! Love the Blackland BlackBird. Isn't he supposed to be releasing some new toys soon? Any word yet?

Very nice shave Jim...super image and filter. Eye candy.

Great B&W image Clint. Might have to revisit a sample I have of WSP Formula T....

More eye candy. Like the symmetry w/colors Jason. Oh....awesome shave and gear as well!

Great shave result Joe! Congratulations on a 99.
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Thanks Blair!

jluc · Jun 19, 2019

brit said: ↑

well gentlemen i would like to add an update to this morning's shave.. View attachment 197432
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after this mornings shave the whiskers are just gone,no irritation whatsoever,just gone like they fell off..almost zero pick ups after the second pass,just the little spot by my left lower neck where i have to shave towards the back of the ear to gett bbs.a little tricky to get all of it due to direction..while the handle is light it doesn't effect the shave ,compared to the 2 piece which is balanced bettet imo.i will weight the handle slightly at some point.this razor is just plain smooth ..so i intend to finish my oc focus this month with this razor..i may try my 2 piece criterion as a comparison but love this 3 piece..may just be my new favorite..with rfb's a close second of course...while a lot of guys think the old types are the best razors gillette produced i think this is their best due to the more modern blades used..just my thoughts gents,thank you for listening..
ps..this razor was a must try/have when i first saw @NCoxSTL haunted nd he replated.i see @PanChango has one as well.hope you enjoy yours Rick..
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Great shave, Gary! The razor looks to be in perfect condition.

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Hembree · Jun 19, 2019

Trigger said: ↑

Short and sweet, makes Danny look neat!
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Thanks Joe!

Hembree · Jun 19, 2019

brit said: ↑

hello fello shavers,wednesday shave..34 new deluxe/gsb combo, jr 282 zebrawood badger brush and the crabtree and evelyn lime soap combined produced a finely scented dfs+ 2 pass combination shave with minor pick ups..no drama ,just smooth..c and e lime balm and cologne to finish..have a great wednesday gents.. View attachment 197413
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Gary, I believe that is your best picture to date. Great razor and a great shave!

jluc · Jun 19, 2019

Trigger said: ↑

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Thanks, Joe!

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Hembree · Jun 19, 2019

jluc said: ↑

June 19th
Razor: Blackland Blackbird SB
Blade: Lord Super Stainless (2)
Brush: Yaqi High Mountain Silvertip
Pre-shave: Stirling Mentholated
Soap: SC Vision
PAA Galactic witch hazel
PAA unscented Star Jelly
AS: SC Vision

Good morning!

Wildcard Wednesday randomly paired the Blackbird SB with Soap Commander Vision. Excellent shave to start the day! Three passes for near BBS. Silent alum.

The SB baseplate Blackbird is such a smooth razor. It provides such an easy face stroking finish.

I was expecting a middle of the road blade from the Egyptian Lord. I found it to be sharp and smooth. Amazon has them for under eight bucks. Worthy of consideration for a bulk purchase.

Have a great day!

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Beautiful shave and picture!

jluc · Jun 19, 2019

Hembree said: ↑

Beautiful shave and picture!
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Thank you, Danny!

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Linuxguile · Jun 19, 2019

Primotenore said: ↑

June Focus

Williams~~Morris & Forndran~~Boker~~Aqua Velva
Missed my shave yesterday as I was called in unexpectedly to work. So, today I tested my theory
that a straight razor does a better job when there is more hair to "grab".
Bombed Williams delivered with the M&F Victorian was luscious and creamy.
The freshly-honed Boker was noticeably sharper than the last time.
The WTG pass seemed to leave my skin smoother than usual.
The XTG pass cleaned up the chin and cheeks.
The ATG pass worked well on the neck. I didn't have time for the ATG on the cheeks and
I could immediately notice that the result was not BBS.
Alum-silent.
Thayer's-painless.
Aqua Velva-nice.
AV is under-appreciated juice. Not fancy enough, I imagine.
Not for this shaver.
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Beautiful shave Joseph!

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Trigger · Jun 19, 2019

Edison Carter said: ↑

Basically, I wanted one of these from the first I saw them.
Rasoir Sabre "My Fine Steed".
Missed out on the first batch of these.
Not this time!

Decades old, multiple strike forging.
52100 high carbon steel.
Hand ground on vintage 2 wheel grinder.
Honed and sharpened with pride, and sold with 'Do Not re-hone' I instructions from themanufacturer.
Yup, it is sharp. Now my top.

Been looking for an edge to compete with a half DE shavette. This is real close. The best shaving straight I've ever used.

Vendor image

My shave
Cleaned off the oil, 10 cycles on horsehide and off I went.
Great shave!

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Bill, she's a beauty!

Hembree · Jun 19, 2019

Norcalnewb said: ↑

Two passes for a DFS. A Wednesday doesn't start much better. I hope everyone has a great day!
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Great shave Jim!

Hembree · Jun 19, 2019

clint64 said: ↑

June 19, 2019
Cobra Classic
Feather Pro
BSB-2 with Vie-Long 2 Band
WSP Matterhorn
Myrsol Antesol
Guerlain Habit Rouge

I decided to pull out my overlooked and neglected BSB-2 shave brush for the next few days. Asha went to the Wet Shaving Products store in Chandler, AZ and picked out a couple of shave soaps for me. The first up is WSP Matterhorn which is a take on Creed Silver Mountain Water. The scent is clean fresh and crisp. For the first time using WSP products, I found the Formula T easy to load and lather. The soap does take a lot of water but I was rewarded with a rich slick lather. Three passes and touch up had the baby very close so I went for a 4 pass on my lower right neck to catch the little guy. A splash of Antesol followed by the Habit Rouge which was a gift from Maya left me smooth shaven and smelling fantastic. I hope everyone has a great Wednesday.
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Great shave Clint.........sounds like the conductor brought it all together!

Frijolero · Jun 19, 2019

Trigger said: ↑

Robert, by all accounts, it sounds like you had a decent shave in spite of the cryers!
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I did, Joe. Thanks!

Trigger · Jun 19, 2019

Primotenore said: ↑

June Focus

Williams~~Morris & Forndran~~Boker~~Aqua Velva
Missed my shave yesterday as I was called in unexpectedly to work. So, today I tested my theory
that a straight razor does a better job when there is more hair to "grab".
Bombed Williams delivered with the M&F Victorian was luscious and creamy.
The freshly-honed Boker was noticeably sharper than the last time.
The WTG pass seemed to leave my skin smoother than usual.
The XTG pass cleaned up the chin and cheeks.
The ATG pass worked well on the neck. I didn't have time for the ATG on the cheeks and
I could immediately notice that the result was not BBS.
Alum-silent.
Thayer's-painless.
Aqua Velva-nice.
AV is under-appreciated juice. Not fancy enough, I imagine.
Not for this shaver.
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Joseph, nice shave report!

clint64 · Jun 19, 2019

Primotenore said: ↑

June Focus

Williams~~Morris & Forndran~~Boker~~Aqua Velva
Missed my shave yesterday as I was called in unexpectedly to work. So, today I tested my theory
that a straight razor does a better job when there is more hair to "grab".
Bombed Williams delivered with the M&F Victorian was luscious and creamy.
The freshly-honed Boker was noticeably sharper than the last time.
The WTG pass seemed to leave my skin smoother than usual.
The XTG pass cleaned up the chin and cheeks.
The ATG pass worked well on the neck. I didn't have time for the ATG on the cheeks and
I could immediately notice that the result was not BBS.
Alum-silent.
Thayer's-painless.
Aqua Velva-nice.
AV is under-appreciated juice. Not fancy enough, I imagine.
Not for this shaver.
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Great report and photo.

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Hembree · Jun 19, 2019

b1hart said: ↑

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June 19th

Proraso PS Red
Darwin Drake 2 band badger
Kamisori - New Azuma Yasuki Steel
C&F SC - 1445
Gentleman Jon's Alum
Fine AS - Fresh Vetiver

My first traditional Kamisori shave. Yay! Received from a Japanese vendor on the bay yesterday. Was in pretty rough shape....duller than butter, tarnished, and the original rubber handle literally disintegrated as I removed it. From the beginning, I knew this an experiment and a test, so went in with a learning mindset. 3 New Azuma Yusaki Steel Kamis for $85 delivered....didn't expect much. No worries Spicoli, my father and grandfather taught me to have an awesome set of tools. 3 hours later.....rough tang edges tamed (from under the handle), shiny and polished, fresh wrap, and finally honed to a shaveable edge. Watched gssixgun's videos (a few times now) on honing a traditional grind Kamisori. Found out one of the reasons this example was one of a set of three (and likely the worst, now that I understand traditional grind hone planes). It's got a wonky lean in the bevel, from whomever honed it using too much toe pressure (or one handed possibly), or maybe using a 1:1 ratio with too much toe pressure. Worked it the best I could using gssixgun's recommended 1:7, 1:5, then finally 1:3 flip ratio. Started at ground zero. 4k, 8k, then finishing with 12k. Did it's linen and strop time. This stage really brought out a scary sharp edge on the blade's mid point to toe. Hairs popped and flew when just barely touched. Still, it'll go back to honing. The back half of the edge is shaving, but not like the front half. Hopefully I can correct the lean issue, now that I understand this razor's geometry better. I want that level of sharp for the entire length of edge. No sending it out....I gots to learn.

Shave today....reached for the slickest setup I know....Proraso PS Red along with C&F SC. The 2 band badger was watered well, and made an enormous volume of slickery white bliss. Painted and swirled it on....First/second passes were mainly getting accustomed to grip and maneuverability, and weren't as close as usual. Hmm....I know it's sharp, so really put some brain power behind the 3rd pass....and in the end, a 3 pass CCS+. The lower right neck always the troubled child....with cheeks, mouth, chin, lower left neck my usual result. Got a couple landing weepers on the second pass (scary sharp front half). This razor demands a light landing. Nothing that Gentleman Jon's alum and the Fine AS couldn't control.

If you didn't see the original image of this razor straight from the package (yesterday's June 2019 The Haul post)..this razor is the black handle reborn..click here.

Hope everyone has a Wonderful Wednesday!
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Blair that Kami is awesome! Great job on the wrap and honing. Looking forward to seeing more shaves with the new toy!

Trigger · Jun 19, 2019

Hembree said: ↑

This is generous bunch. Clint @clint64 sent me a nice box with a lot of goodies. Y'all have seen some of it and I'll bring a few razors out next month that he sent me as well. I have a few items I want to send out but I have not had time. I am thankful for the generosity of this group but also thankful for the friendship, fun and information that is shared.
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June 2019 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

What "Basics" will you use for "Just the Basics June"?

Basic soaps. Arko, Williams, you know, the good stuff.

Basic razors. Weishi, Techs, Superspeeds, you know, the good stuff.

Basic brushes. VDH boar, you know, the good stuff.

Basic aftershaves. Aqua Velva, Clubman, The Veg, you know, the good stuff.

I'm using a whole bunch of stuff and I don't care if it's basic or not!

Straight razors. Basic enough for you?

Cookies and Ice Cream for me, thank you very much.

I'll tell you at the meet up. Save me a brush.

Hembree Not as pretty smelling

jluc smelling pretty

brit in a box

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jluc smelling pretty

Hembree Not as pretty smelling

Hembree Not as pretty smelling

jluc smelling pretty

Hembree Not as pretty smelling

jluc smelling pretty

Linuxguile dating an unusual aristocrat

Trigger Double Jedi Knight

Hembree Not as pretty smelling

Hembree Not as pretty smelling

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June 2019 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

What "Basics" will you use for "Just the Basics June"?

Basic soaps. Arko, Williams, you know, the good stuff.

Basic razors. Weishi, Techs, Superspeeds, you know, the good stuff.

Basic brushes. VDH boar, you know, the good stuff.

Basic aftershaves. Aqua Velva, Clubman, The Veg, you know, the good stuff.

I'm using a whole bunch of stuff and I don't care if it's basic or not!

Straight razors. Basic enough for you?

Cookies and Ice Cream for me, thank you very much.

I'll tell you at the meet up. Save me a brush.

Hembree Not as pretty smelling

jluc smelling pretty

brit in a box

Trigger Double Jedi Knight

Trigger Double Jedi Knight

jluc smelling pretty

Hembree Not as pretty smelling

Hembree Not as pretty smelling

jluc smelling pretty

Hembree Not as pretty smelling

jluc smelling pretty

Linuxguile dating an unusual aristocrat

Trigger Double Jedi Knight

Hembree Not as pretty smelling

Hembree Not as pretty smelling

Frijolero Well-Known Member

Trigger Double Jedi Knight

clint64 Blind Squirrel

Hembree Not as pretty smelling

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