June 2019 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

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

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

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

    9 vote(s)
    21.4%

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

    10 vote(s)
    23.8%

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

    9 vote(s)
    21.4%

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

    8 vote(s)
    19.0%

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

    27 vote(s)
    64.3%

  6. Straight razors. Basic enough for you?

    10 vote(s)
    23.8%

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

    11 vote(s)
    26.2%

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

    5 vote(s)
    11.9%
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  1. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Beautiful picture, Clint! Have a terrific day!
     
    Norcalnewb, Jun 28, 2019
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  2. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Pretty picture, Danny!
     
    Norcalnewb, Jun 28, 2019
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  3. b1hart

    b1hart Speed Racer

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    June 28th

    Proraso PS Red
    Zenith Manchurian 2 Band Badger
    ABCo 7/8
    SV 4.3 Felce Aromatica
    Gentlemen Jon's Alum
    Nautica Latitude Longitude Cologne

    3 pass DFS- today. After Wednesday's debut, the ABCo straight went back for CrOx laps (dedicated my 1st leather practice strop). It was then cleaned, and did more time on the linen and leather strop. Big difference. Went for 3 passes today, was having a blast with this razor. Two weepers, one was a reopened oops from yesterday, and then a landing oops under the nose. Gentlemen Jon's alum quickly took care of those. This razor is a lot of fun....big, thick, heavy, purty, and just quietly 'gets it done'. Hopefully today's image does better justice showing the craftsmanship. The mottled tang design appears to be painted on (and heavily layered/textured) mimicking a hammered look. The hardened steel is polished to perfection, and you can see the material's grain in the blade.

    Second use of the recently enabled SAD purchase (thanks @clint64!)....SV 4.3 Felce Aromatica (think Fougere). Also a new brush, Zenith polished aluminum, with the knot labeled as 27.5mm 'Manchurian 2 Band Badger'. The Zenith and SV didn't disappoint. I can see why SV FA 4.3 is a Clint favorite. Quick lathering, awesome aroma, and great creamy slickness that doesn't thin as you shave, or sitting in the bowl waiting for the next pass. Good 30 minute after shave face feel.

    Nautica Latitude/Longitude was just a great (and wifey approved) favorite ending for a Friday shave....and NO weekend work. Yay!

    Hope everyone has a fantistic Friday!
     
    b1hart, Jun 28, 2019
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  4. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    June 28th
    Razor: Gillette Fatboy E4
    Blade: Wilkinson Sword (2)
    Brush: 30DC LE V2
    Pre-shave: Stirling Mentholated
    Soap: Mitchell's Wool Fat
    PAA Galactic witch hazel
    PAA unscented Star Jelly
    AS: Pinaud Lilac Vegetal

    Fat Friday

    Good morning!

    Awesome shave to start the day! Three passes for near BBS. Light tickle from the alum.

    I've been face lathering and using cold water since the warmer weather has set in. Very nice!

    I used the 30DC V2 brush this morning. I like this brush so much I have a second on the way. I'm surprised that there are still some available. I ordered a 28mm Maggards SHD badger for it, a great knot for a beautiful handle.

    Have a great day! [​IMG]

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    jluc, Jun 28, 2019
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  5. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Super picture and report, Blair! Your new razor is a beauty!

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    jluc, Jun 28, 2019
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  6. Terry

    Terry Tool Admirer

    Thanks Jim
    tp
     
    Terry, Jun 28, 2019
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  7. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Great shave and photo Danny


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    clint64, Jun 28, 2019
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  8. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Thank you Jim.


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    clint64, Jun 28, 2019
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  9. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Beautiful razor Blair. I’m glad you liked the soap. It’s a favorite mine and of Jason as well.


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    clint64, Jun 28, 2019
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  10. Linuxguile

    Linuxguile dating an unusual aristocrat

    Cool!
     
    Linuxguile, Jun 28, 2019
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  11. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Wonderful shave and photo Jim.


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    clint64, Jun 28, 2019
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  12. Linuxguile

    Linuxguile dating an unusual aristocrat

    I didn't hate it, but I didn't love it either.
     
    Linuxguile, Jun 28, 2019
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  13. 9nein9

    9nein9 Guest

    Thank you Gary.

    Thank you Jim.

    Thank you Jim.
    Very nice setup Jim.
    Thank you Clint.
    Ah. The dreaded ring of death. That soap may just last another month Clint. Great pic and shave.

    Beautiful pic Danny.

    Awesome report Blair.
    Beautiful pic Jim.
     
    9nein9, Jun 28, 2019
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  14. 9nein9

    9nein9 Guest

    Awesome reports Gary, Neal and Jim!
     
    9nein9, Jun 28, 2019
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  15. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Thank you, Clint!

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    jluc, Jun 28, 2019
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  16. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Thanks, Patrick!

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    jluc, Jun 28, 2019
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  17. Linuxguile

    Linuxguile dating an unusual aristocrat

    A pair of nice shave Terry! And you got through a full shave with only one blade?!?!
    Beautiful setup Gary!
    Very nice Neal!
    That's a beautiful blade Keith!
    Fantastic shot Robert!
    Excellent photo Jim!
    Almost finishing off the Shiloh? Already? Beautiful photo Clint!
    Awesome setup and photo Danny!
    I really love the looks of that razor!
    Awesome Fat Friday Jim!
     
    Linuxguile, Jun 28, 2019
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  18. jtspartan

    jtspartan appropriately stimulated, via Netflix

    June 28th
    Gillette Goodwill #175 w PermaSharp
    APShaveCo Flattop/Sapele handle
    B&M Seville
    Thayers
    CL Gratiot League Sq AS
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    Another good day with the Goodwill. One technicality- I've called this a #160, but apparently with the grooved baseplate it is a #175. Details, details. This Seville was one of the first soaps I bought when I switched from carts to DE almost 3 years ago. Great scent, great lather- I probably should reach for it more often.
    3 passes later and I am very smooth and the CL has my face feeling as good as it always does. I hope the rest of Friday goes this well...
    Have a great day, all!
     
    jtspartan, Jun 28, 2019
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  19. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Very nice, Jason!
    Seville was one of my early soap purchases as well.

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    jluc, Jun 28, 2019
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  20. Linuxguile

    Linuxguile dating an unusual aristocrat

    Beautiful setup Jason!
     
    Linuxguile, Jun 28, 2019
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