October 2019 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion | Page 161

brit · Oct 11, 2019

matthewoli98 said: ↑

I havent posted a SOTD post for over a week, i apologise, things have been hectic at college over the last two weeks.

Double SOTD:
Shave one: this shave was 30th shave with the 7 o clock sharp edge blade, and its last as it started tugging. It had a very good run though, and the sharp edges have become my go to blade for longevity. I'll definitely be ordering a 100 pack of them when my blade reserves get low which could take a year or two. The only blade ive used that lasts longer is the feathers, which is the next blade to receive at least a 30 shave treatment although i might use it for longer.

Razor: Gillette Super Speed flare tip (UK)
Brush: Wilkinson sword classic shave
Blade: Gillette 7 o clock sharp edge(30)
Soap: Col Conk lime
Aftershave balm: prep

Shave 2:
The first shave with the fresh feather and what a fantastic blade. This is the second feather ive used, and if it wasnt for its high price it would be my main blade too. Perfect for speed shaves in a mild razor or a perfect BBS shave if you pair it with an agressive razor like a fatip piccolo. These blades have a reputation for "drawing blood" but as long as your technique is good and you use 0 pressure, you're highly unlikely to cut yourself. Its so sharp that i didnt even feel it shaving my whiskers and at first i thought it wasnt doing anything until i rinsed it off and realised how good these blades really are lol. BBS shave in 3 passes with 0 irritation.

Razor: Gillette super speed flare tip(UK)
BRUSH: OMEGA 49
Blade: feather hi-stainless(1)
Soap: Arko shave stick
Aftershave Balm: prep

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awesome shaves Matthew..cool brit flare tip..

matthewoli98 · Oct 11, 2019

brit said: ↑

awesome shaves Matthew..cool brit flare tip..
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Thanks

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Douglas Carey · Oct 11, 2019

wristwatchb said: ↑

Hello everybody. Sorry I've been scarce for the past few days. It has been busy 'round here sorting out the situation with my sweet Bride. We should finish the last round of initial tests next week, and it will take a few more days to collect all the results, get a diagnosis, and determine the plan forward. God is faithful, and we remain hopeful. We do appreciate your prayers.

At this point, consider me permanently behind on the thread, but I will jump when I can. I am still hanging in there with my OCtober focus, and I hope your shaves have been great!
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Bless you and your wife Charlie. Both of you are in my prayers.

Norcalnewb · Oct 11, 2019

matthewoli98 said: ↑

I havent posted a SOTD post for over a week, i apologise, things have been hectic at college over the last two weeks.

Double SOTD:
Shave one: this shave was 30th shave with the 7 o clock sharp edge blade, and its last as it started tugging. It had a very good run though, and the sharp edges have become my go to blade for longevity. I'll definitely be ordering a 100 pack of them when my blade reserves get low which could take a year or two. The only blade ive used that lasts longer is the feathers, which is the next blade to receive at least a 30 shave treatment although i might use it for longer.

Razor: Gillette Super Speed flare tip (UK)
Brush: Wilkinson sword classic shave
Blade: Gillette 7 o clock sharp edge(30)
Soap: Col Conk lime
Aftershave balm: prep

Shave 2:
The first shave with the fresh feather and what a fantastic blade. This is the second feather ive used, and if it wasnt for its high price it would be my main blade too. Perfect for speed shaves in a mild razor or a perfect BBS shave if you pair it with an agressive razor like a fatip piccolo. These blades have a reputation for "drawing blood" but as long as your technique is good and you use 0 pressure, you're highly unlikely to cut yourself. Its so sharp that i didnt even feel it shaving my whiskers and at first i thought it wasnt doing anything until i rinsed it off and realised how good these blades really are lol. BBS shave in 3 passes with 0 irritation.

Razor: Gillette super speed flare tip(UK)
BRUSH: OMEGA 49
Blade: feather hi-stainless(1)
Soap: Arko shave stick
Aftershave Balm: prep

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Nice pictures, Matthew!

wristwatchb · Oct 11, 2019

Douglas Carey said: ↑

Bless you and your wife Charlie. Both of you are in my prayers.
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Thanks very much, Doug. That means everything to me.

jluc · Oct 11, 2019

matthewoli98 said: ↑

I havent posted a SOTD post for over a week, i apologise, things have been hectic at college over the last two weeks.

Double SOTD:
Shave one: this shave was 30th shave with the 7 o clock sharp edge blade, and its last as it started tugging. It had a very good run though, and the sharp edges have become my go to blade for longevity. I'll definitely be ordering a 100 pack of them when my blade reserves get low which could take a year or two. The only blade ive used that lasts longer is the feathers, which is the next blade to receive at least a 30 shave treatment although i might use it for longer.

Razor: Gillette Super Speed flare tip (UK)
Brush: Wilkinson sword classic shave
Blade: Gillette 7 o clock sharp edge(30)
Soap: Col Conk lime
Aftershave balm: prep

Shave 2:
The first shave with the fresh feather and what a fantastic blade. This is the second feather ive used, and if it wasnt for its high price it would be my main blade too. Perfect for speed shaves in a mild razor or a perfect BBS shave if you pair it with an agressive razor like a fatip piccolo. These blades have a reputation for "drawing blood" but as long as your technique is good and you use 0 pressure, you're highly unlikely to cut yourself. Its so sharp that i didnt even feel it shaving my whiskers and at first i thought it wasnt doing anything until i rinsed it off and realised how good these blades really are lol. BBS shave in 3 passes with 0 irritation.

Razor: Gillette super speed flare tip(UK)
BRUSH: OMEGA 49
Blade: feather hi-stainless(1)
Soap: Arko shave stick
Aftershave Balm: prep

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Great shaves, Matthew!

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Terry · Oct 11, 2019

Good Friday morning to everyone.
Got out a Gillette TTO OC and loaded it with a Feather blade. Loaded my cheaper badger brush with a new scent from Stirling. Used the no soak, no bloom "dippity doo" way of loading the brush.
Works nice, got great lather.
2 pass face, 2 pass head with one blade.
Doing this for a couple years and still learning.

I'm clean smooth and ready for the day.
All
Enjoy
tp

Douglas Carey · Oct 11, 2019

Terry said: ↑

Good Friday morning to everyone.
Got out a Gillette TTO OC and loaded it with a Feather blade. Loaded my cheaper badger brush with a new scent from Stirling. Used the no soak, no bloom "dippity doo" way of loading the brush.
Works nice, got great lather.
2 pass face, 2 pass head with one blade.
Doing this for a couple years and still learning.
View attachment 207496
I'm clean smooth and ready for the day.
All
Enjoy
tp
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Good picture and setup Terry.

Norcalnewb · Oct 11, 2019

Terry said: ↑

Good Friday morning to everyone.
Got out a Gillette TTO OC and loaded it with a Feather blade. Loaded my cheaper badger brush with a new scent from Stirling. Used the no soak, no bloom "dippity doo" way of loading the brush.
Works nice, got great lather.
2 pass face, 2 pass head with one blade.
Doing this for a couple years and still learning.
View attachment 207496
I'm clean smooth and ready for the day.
All
Enjoy
tp
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Great picture, Terry!

jluc · Oct 11, 2019

Terry said: ↑

Good Friday morning to everyone.
Got out a Gillette TTO OC and loaded it with a Feather blade. Loaded my cheaper badger brush with a new scent from Stirling. Used the no soak, no bloom "dippity doo" way of loading the brush.
Works nice, got great lather.
2 pass face, 2 pass head with one blade.
Doing this for a couple years and still learning.
View attachment 207496
I'm clean smooth and ready for the day.
All
Enjoy
tp
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Nice, Terry!
I don't know if I could bring myself to not soak my badger brushes. I'd like to say I'd try it but I probably won't. Stuck in my ways I guess.

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Trigger · Oct 11, 2019

matthewoli98 said: ↑

I havent posted a SOTD post for over a week, i apologise, things have been hectic at college over the last two weeks.

Double SOTD:
Shave one: this shave was 30th shave with the 7 o clock sharp edge blade, and its last as it started tugging. It had a very good run though, and the sharp edges have become my go to blade for longevity. I'll definitely be ordering a 100 pack of them when my blade reserves get low which could take a year or two. The only blade ive used that lasts longer is the feathers, which is the next blade to receive at least a 30 shave treatment although i might use it for longer.

Razor: Gillette Super Speed flare tip (UK)
Brush: Wilkinson sword classic shave
Blade: Gillette 7 o clock sharp edge(30)
Soap: Col Conk lime
Aftershave balm: prep

Shave 2:
The first shave with the fresh feather and what a fantastic blade. This is the second feather ive used, and if it wasnt for its high price it would be my main blade too. Perfect for speed shaves in a mild razor or a perfect BBS shave if you pair it with an agressive razor like a fatip piccolo. These blades have a reputation for "drawing blood" but as long as your technique is good and you use 0 pressure, you're highly unlikely to cut yourself. Its so sharp that i didnt even feel it shaving my whiskers and at first i thought it wasnt doing anything until i rinsed it off and realised how good these blades really are lol. BBS shave in 3 passes with 0 irritation.

Razor: Gillette super speed flare tip(UK)
BRUSH: OMEGA 49
Blade: feather hi-stainless(1)
Soap: Arko shave stick
Aftershave Balm: prep

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Great shaves, Matthew! School is important, so don't sweat the fact that you haven't posted. Get good grades and succeed in getting a great career.

Douglas Carey · Oct 11, 2019

matthewoli98 said: ↑

I havent posted a SOTD post for over a week, i apologise, things have been hectic at college over the last two weeks.

Double SOTD:
Shave one: this shave was 30th shave with the 7 o clock sharp edge blade, and its last as it started tugging. It had a very good run though, and the sharp edges have become my go to blade for longevity. I'll definitely be ordering a 100 pack of them when my blade reserves get low which could take a year or two. The only blade ive used that lasts longer is the feathers, which is the next blade to receive at least a 30 shave treatment although i might use it for longer.

Razor: Gillette Super Speed flare tip (UK)
Brush: Wilkinson sword classic shave
Blade: Gillette 7 o clock sharp edge(30)
Soap: Col Conk lime
Aftershave balm: prep

Shave 2:
The first shave with the fresh feather and what a fantastic blade. This is the second feather ive used, and if it wasnt for its high price it would be my main blade too. Perfect for speed shaves in a mild razor or a perfect BBS shave if you pair it with an agressive razor like a fatip piccolo. These blades have a reputation for "drawing blood" but as long as your technique is good and you use 0 pressure, you're highly unlikely to cut yourself. Its so sharp that i didnt even feel it shaving my whiskers and at first i thought it wasnt doing anything until i rinsed it off and realised how good these blades really are lol. BBS shave in 3 passes with 0 irritation.

Razor: Gillette super speed flare tip(UK)
BRUSH: OMEGA 49
Blade: feather hi-stainless(1)
Soap: Arko shave stick
Aftershave Balm: prep

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Great looking shaves Matthew.

Trigger · Oct 11, 2019

matthewoli98 said: ↑

I havent posted a SOTD post for over a week, i apologise, things have been hectic at college over the last two weeks.

Double SOTD:
Shave one: this shave was 30th shave with the 7 o clock sharp edge blade, and its last as it started tugging. It had a very good run though, and the sharp edges have become my go to blade for longevity. I'll definitely be ordering a 100 pack of them when my blade reserves get low which could take a year or two. The only blade ive used that lasts longer is the feathers, which is the next blade to receive at least a 30 shave treatment although i might use it for longer.

Razor: Gillette Super Speed flare tip (UK)
Brush: Wilkinson sword classic shave
Blade: Gillette 7 o clock sharp edge(30)
Soap: Col Conk lime
Aftershave balm: prep

Shave 2:
The first shave with the fresh feather and what a fantastic blade. This is the second feather ive used, and if it wasnt for its high price it would be my main blade too. Perfect for speed shaves in a mild razor or a perfect BBS shave if you pair it with an agressive razor like a fatip piccolo. These blades have a reputation for "drawing blood" but as long as your technique is good and you use 0 pressure, you're highly unlikely to cut yourself. Its so sharp that i didnt even feel it shaving my whiskers and at first i thought it wasnt doing anything until i rinsed it off and realised how good these blades really are lol. BBS shave in 3 passes with 0 irritation.

Razor: Gillette super speed flare tip(UK)
BRUSH: OMEGA 49
Blade: feather hi-stainless(1)
Soap: Arko shave stick
Aftershave Balm: prep

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Great shaves, Matthew! School is important, so don't sweat the fact that you haven't posted. Get good grades and succeed in getting a great career.

Terry said: ↑

Good Friday morning to everyone.
Got out a Gillette TTO OC and loaded it with a Feather blade. Loaded my cheaper badger brush with a new scent from Stirling. Used the no soak, no bloom "dippity doo" way of loading the brush.
Works nice, got great lather.
2 pass face, 2 pass head with one blade.
Doing this for a couple years and still learning.
View attachment 207496
I'm clean smooth and ready for the day.
All
Enjoy
tp
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Superb shave, my friend! Have an awesome day!

Norcalnewb · Oct 11, 2019

October 11 SOTD:

Razor: Gillette Sheraton
Blade: Astra SP
Brush: PAA Starcraft
Lather: PAA Lather Blaster 3000
Aftershave: PAA Lather Blaster 3000

Another nice shave with the Sheraton; this time with some Lather Blaster 3000. Two passes, DFS, and a great scent. What more could you want on a Friday. I am heading to the refinery south of Houston today. It will be my first visit there, so I am looking forward to it. I hope everyone has a great day!

Douglas Carey · Oct 11, 2019

Norcalnewb said: ↑

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October 11 SOTD:

Razor: Gillette Sheraton
Blade: Astra SP
Brush: PAA Starcraft
Lather: PAA Lather Blaster 3000
Aftershave: PAA Lather Blaster 3000

Another nice shave with the Sheraton; this time with some Lather Blaster 3000. Two passes, DFS, and a great scent. What more could you want on a Friday. I am heading to the refinery south of Houston today. It will be my first visit there, so I am looking forward to it. I hope everyone has a great day!
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Excellent setup and shave with an good filter Jim.

Douglas Carey · Oct 11, 2019

Norcalnewb said: ↑

View attachment 207497

October 11 SOTD:

Razor: Gillette Sheraton
Blade: Astra SP
Brush: PAA Starcraft
Lather: PAA Lather Blaster 3000
Aftershave: PAA Lather Blaster 3000

Another nice shave with the Sheraton; this time with some Lather Blaster 3000. Two passes, DFS, and a great scent. What more could you want on a Friday. I am heading to the refinery south of Houston today. It will be my first visit there, so I am looking forward to it. I hope everyone has a great day!
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Excellent setup and shave with an good filter Jim.

Terry · Oct 11, 2019

Douglas Carey said: ↑

Good picture and setup Terry.
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Thanks Doug

Norcalnewb said: ↑

Great picture, Terry!
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Thanks Jason

jluc said: ↑

Nice, Terry!
I don't know if I could bring myself to not soak my badger brushes. I'd like to say I'd try it but I probably won't. Stuck in my ways I guess.

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Thanks Jim
Still trying to find my way.

Trigger said: ↑

Superb shave, my friend! Have an awesome day!
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Thanks Joe
Have a great day yourself
tp

jluc · Oct 11, 2019

Norcalnewb said: ↑

View attachment 207497

October 11 SOTD:

Razor: Gillette Sheraton
Blade: Astra SP
Brush: PAA Starcraft
Lather: PAA Lather Blaster 3000
Aftershave: PAA Lather Blaster 3000

Another nice shave with the Sheraton; this time with some Lather Blaster 3000. Two passes, DFS, and a great scent. What more could you want on a Friday. I am heading to the refinery south of Houston today. It will be my first visit there, so I am looking forward to it. I hope everyone has a great day!
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Great shave and picture, Jim!

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Antz · Oct 11, 2019

@SharptoothC @Trigger

I was just gifted two Gillette DE razors from my uncle . My research tells me my a Gillette Rocket from Europe. My uncle said he purchased it in the mid 50s before immigrating to Canada and a Super 109 from 1970 I was able to date .. they need a good cleaning but parts seem to work fine.. this getting fun

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jluc · Oct 11, 2019

Antz said: ↑

@SharptoothC @Trigger

I was just gifted two Gillette DE razors from my uncle . My research tells me my a Gillette Rocket from Europe. My uncle said he purchased it in the mid 50s before immigrating to Canada and a Super 109 from 1970 I was able to date .. they need a good cleaning but parts seem to work fine.. this getting fun

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Nice!
I really appreciate hearing about vintage razors with family history. Congrats!

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And your OCtober plans include..........?

Using some great Open Comb razors and the Mighty Fat every Monday/Wednesday/Friday!

Using some great Open Comb razors but no Fat. Something else on that end.

Open Combs and the Fat on Tuesday/Thursday - just to be difficult.

Still gonna shave with straights!

Whatever I choose because I just roll that way!

Trick or Treating for cookies and ice cream!!