April 2020 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix and Discussion

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Is Arko the greatest value in all of shaving?

Poll closed Apr 30, 2020.

  1. Yes

    16 vote(s)
    72.7%

  2. Yes

    6 vote(s)
    27.3%
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  1. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    It is pricey, but I'm still interested. I use scented products sparingly, so I would get a lot of mileage out of a bottle.

    I don't think anyone in my neck 'o the woods has a bottle of bay rhum. I've been on a quote kick lately, so here goes...

    "When red-haired people are above a certain social grade their hair is auburn." Mark Twain.

    ;)
     
    wristwatchb, Apr 19, 2020
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  2. Edison Carter

    Edison Carter Well-Known Member

    R50 is the number for the stainless.

    Cost is around $130
     
    Edison Carter, Apr 19, 2020
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  3. Keithmax

    Keithmax Breeds Pet Rocks

    If they stop you it’s just to get a look at the car, it’s too cool to get a ticket.

    Impressive, making you own razor, I’ll be following it with interest. Nice watch.

    The Seiko 5 are nice.
     
    Keithmax, Apr 19, 2020
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  4. blondblue

    blondblue Well-Known Member

    I decided to call an audible at my sink of scrimmage this morning:

    prep-Dial 4 Men Bodywash(Maximum Moisture) in shower
    shave-Razorock Lime Burst soap
    brush-Crown Kind Spindle Duro Tali (26mm)*
    razor-Gillette Sensor Deuce Pivot + DisposeABLE
    A.S.-Clubman Reserve(Gent's Gin)
    *    same brush as originally planned.

    While the shave itself was progressing well, I ended up with 3 weepers in the process. None were problematic, they were just THERE. ( I guess-HOPE-it's always that way with weepers).These all came during the first pass. The Lime Burst felt so nice on my face-much more relaxing than the warm Central Texas Soap would have been. I just thought "Naah, this is silly....too warm for CTS". 2nd pass was good, no issues. Again, the aftershave was more relaxing on this day than the warm leather would have been. I might keep the same lineup for tomorrow..a bit cooler but still to warm for the cold-weather. I'm sure there will be SOME more chilly days left, but at the same time I'm looking ahead to bring the spring/summer gear up to the front of the den. Very Excellent.
     
    blondblue, Apr 19, 2020
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  5. Keithmax

    Keithmax Breeds Pet Rocks

    I found a focus, well for at least a few days. Yesterday I used a big brush and another one today so I decided to do run of big brushes. Here is the line up: Simpson Polo 8,10 and 12, Silverloaf with a flat top Shavemac knot (used Saturday), Kent BK-12 and Simpson Chubby 2 used today.
    ID - 4.jpeg

    Today's shave was with a Filarmonica 13 and my social distancing kit. Tabac combined with Korous liberally spayed should ensure at least 3 meters distance.
    ID - 1 (2).jpeg

    It was cold rainy day so.......
    ID - 3.jpeg

    I chilled at home with a cigar.
    ID - 2 (1).jpeg
     
    Keithmax, Apr 19, 2020
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  6. Angelo85

    Angelo85 Well-Known Member

    Avon April shave 19
    Brush: PAA Switchback 400
    Razor: Stahly Live Blade
    Blade: Rapira Chrome Stainless
    Soap: PAA Clubguy
    Aftershave: Avon Tai Winds 9D5E31DC-47A4-4545-813C-C9F459E732CE.jpeg
     
    Angelo85, Apr 19, 2020
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  7. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Cool focus, Keith! Love the brushes!
    Another good looking shave, Angelo!
     
    jluc, Apr 19, 2020
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  8. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    April 19th
    Razor: VdH Traditional TTO
    Blade: Astra SP (1)
    Brush: Montalvo/TnS Tip knot
    Pre-shave: PAA The Cube
    Soap: Palmolive Shave Stick
    PAA Galactic witch hazel
    PAA unscented Star Jelly
    AS: Brut

    Good morning!

    Fabulous shave to start the day! Three passes for near BBS. Nearly silent alum.

    Have a great day!

    [​IMG]
     
    jluc, Apr 19, 2020
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  9. myles wilson

    myles wilson Moth Ball Mouth

    Thank You Charlie!
     
    myles wilson, Apr 19, 2020
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  10. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    I saw that yesterday.


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    clint64, Apr 19, 2020
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  11. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Great assortment of brushes Keith. I would never grown tired of that view.


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    clint64, Apr 19, 2020
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  12. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Cool aftershave bottle Angelo.


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    clint64, Apr 19, 2020
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  13. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Beautiful photo of a classic shave Jim.


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    clint64, Apr 19, 2020
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  14. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Thank you, Clint!
     
    jluc, Apr 19, 2020
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  15. myles wilson

    myles wilson Moth Ball Mouth

    Very Nice shave sir!
     
    myles wilson, Apr 19, 2020
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  16. myles wilson

    myles wilson Moth Ball Mouth

    Verry Nice set up!
     
    myles wilson, Apr 19, 2020
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  17. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Thanks, Myles!
     
    jluc, Apr 19, 2020
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  18. Primotenore

    Primotenore missed opera tunity

    Article Team
    Great post. Have a relaxing Sunday, Keith.
     
    Primotenore, Apr 19, 2020
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  19. Primotenore

    Primotenore missed opera tunity

    Article Team
    Crazy razor, Angelo. Do you use the vibration?
     
    Primotenore, Apr 19, 2020
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  20. Primotenore

    Primotenore missed opera tunity

    Article Team
    April Focus
    [​IMG]
    Chiseled Face Pine Tar~~Simpson CH2~~Pre-War Gillette Tech/Personna 74~~Alt Innsbruck
    Play Ball!
    The smell of the baseball bat, slathered with Pine Tar fills the air.
    The stands are     virtually filled with cheering fans.
    Here's some irony. I really love Coal Tar. I use it as shampoo and occasionally soap.
    Pine Tar...not so much.
    REALLY glad I only got a small sample of this soap.
    Once again, the CF soap base is outstanding. Terrific lather.
    Together the Tech and the Personna 74 combined for a superlative shave.
    Alt Innsbruck is such a classic European scent and the menthol burst is refreshing.
    Thank you for all of the prayers and well-wishes for my dear friend, Bob.
    He is off of the ventilator; no tracheostomy was necessary; he is eating; in a normal bed, and while he has
    quite a bit of rehabilitation remaining, he is on the road to recovery.    ​
     
    Primotenore, Apr 19, 2020
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