August 2020 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

jgreenepa · Aug 20, 2020

Droo78 said: ↑

Thursday's Shave

Eversharp/Schick I2 HydroMagic
Personna Blade
Semogue 820 Boar
Cold River Soap Works 'Juniper' Shaving Soap
Dickinson's Witch Hazel
Pitralon Classic Aftershave

This soap/AS combo is such a great scent combination for me. It brings back a lot of memories of my childhood and adolescence.
Pitralon may have other scents in the mix, but I only detect the cedar - which is fantastic! The CRSW does a great job with their Juniper scent and the performance is always great. I found the soap yesterday as I was digging through a couple of boxes to find yesterday's soap. I think I will keep it in the rotation for a while.

2.5 passes today with the Eversharp/Schick HydroMagic provided another BBS result with no irritation or mishaps. Sticking with what works!

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Way to go, Andrew! Sounds like you’ve finally nailed your personal BBS technique!

jluc · Aug 20, 2020

brit said: ↑

awesome tradere shave and pic Jim,good morning..
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Thanks, Gary!
Good morning..

brit said: ↑

thursday shave
#160 goodwill
gsb
bbj omega
a&e asian pear
good morning gents.pulled out the #160 goodwill today,one of 2 remaining in my collection since i downsized it.mint condition but no box,so i evicted an old type and moved it into it's case..loaded with a fresh gsb,a fantastic asian pear lather built by Jason's bbj custom omega,and got a fabulous bbs for the effort in 2+ comfy passes.basically a new lc shave with a thick cap..lovely shaver.asian pear aftershave to finish..awesome..have a great thursday everyone..
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Beautiful!

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clint64 · Aug 20, 2020

jtspartan said: ↑

That brush handle is one of my favourites of yours, Clint. Beehives aren't all that easy to turn, either, and that one always looks fantastic. I even took my eyes off the Wolfman for a few minutes, and that is saying something!
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Thank you Jason. This Paladin is one of my favorite brushes.

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jgreenepa · Aug 20, 2020

Trigger said: ↑

Warning: Straight shaving can be addictive and may cause serious SRAD.
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He should listen to you, Joe! Oh boy, should he listen to you!

clint64 · Aug 20, 2020

Trigger said: ↑

Aug 20 SOTD

Good afternoon guys!

Van Der Hagen TTO Razor
Rockwell DE Blade (?)
Rockwell Synthetic Brush
Stirling Piacenza SS
Stirling Satsuma AS

I decided to use the VDH today because I hardly use it and give my face a break from straight/shavette shaving. I opted for a pasty load on my brush to change my routine. Applied to my wet face and the Stirling soap lathered to my expectations. Two passess with plenty of buffing gave me an IBSS ++ without any problems. In keeping with the change of routine, I didn't use the matching aftershave, but applied Satsuma AaS which complements the soap. Have a nice day fellas! View attachment 232907
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Awesome Joe.

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Trigger · Aug 20, 2020

brit said: ↑

thursday shave
#160 goodwill
gsb
bbj omega
a&e asian pear
good morning gents.pulled out the #160 goodwill today,one of 2 remaining in my collection since i downsized it.mint condition but no box,so i evicted an old type and moved it into it's case..loaded with a fresh gsb,a fantastic asian pear lather built by Jason's bbj custom omega,and got a fabulous bbs for the effort in 2+ comfy passes.basically a new lc shave with a thick cap..lovely shaver.asian pear aftershave to finish..awesome..have a great thursday everyone..
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jtspartan said: ↑

August 20th
Canadian New Deluxe
TGN Finest/Maple
Jeeves Key Lime SS
Thayers
Maol Frosted Frankinlime AS
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A quick but great 2 pass'er early this morning. Everything worked as it should, which given the quality of the products is a very good thing. This little badger does the job and the Jeeves always produces a nice lather. The blade (whatever it is, I didn't look) needs to be replaced for next shave with this excellent razor, but did the job well enough.
Have a great day all!
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Excellent shave Gary and Jason! Have a great day!

jluc · Aug 20, 2020

jtspartan said: ↑

August 20th
Canadian New Deluxe
TGN Finest/Maple
Jeeves Key Lime SS
Thayers
Maol Frosted Frankinlime AS
View attachment 232904
A quick but great 2 pass'er early this morning. Everything worked as it should, which given the quality of the products is a very good thing. This little badger does the job and the Jeeves always produces a nice lather. The blade (whatever it is, I didn't look) needs to be replaced for next shave with this excellent razor, but did the job well enough.
Have a great day all!
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Niiiice!

jtspartan said: ↑

The Tradere is a winner, Jim. Awesome. Are you still using that soap as a focus on certain work days?
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Thanks!
I've been using the soap and splash every Tuesday except for this week so I could get a Tabac Tuesday shave in.

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jgreenepa · Aug 20, 2020

b1hart said: ↑

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August 20th

BAUME.BE Shaving Cream
RigaRazor 8/8
Heritage Colletions Ever Ready 3-Step - 26mm Envy Shave 2 band badger
Art of Shaving ASB - Unscented
Yves Saint Laurent - La Nuit De L'Homme

Special day today...wifey's birthday. Only the best of the best for the dinner date and celebration the girls and I have planned for tonight. Mid morning shave....up way too early working (planned). Mostly done for the day, now it's last minute errands for the celebration.

Excellent results (lather release) from the Envy Shave knot, completely overloaded with an almond sized dollop smeared in the bottom of the bowl. Super fun rim over flowing slick lather with an awesome creamy face feel from the BAUME.BE. 3 full passes with the highly polished RigaRazor, no shenanigans at all. Love the square tip, easy to guide into the shadows for clean up (but don't dare have any pressure on it for a regular pass). BBS results, third lather round was entirely baby chasing XTG buffing for above the jawline, ATG buffing below (with surprisingly no irritation). Hefty application of the AoS unscented ASB, followed by a wifey top fragrance, YSL - La Nuit De L'Homme. Smooth & smellin' fine....

Hope everyone has a terrific Thursday!
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Happy birthday to your bride, Blair! Great shave! Do you find much difference between a 7/8 blade, which I really like, and an 8/8?

b1hart · Aug 20, 2020

Paul Turner said: ↑

Y'know, I usually don't do reports on my shaving foam shaves(Canned), as I figure it's always a pretty "routine" type of shave. But I'll make an exception for today-as it is "Throwback Thursday". The Gillette Foamy Menthol spread across my face and neck real well. giving plenty of "ammo" for the razor to work with. (Should I have said "with which for the razor to work"?). Anyway, a good pass all around(doing a few touch-ups on my face). No cuts or (New York K)nicks, which is a great sign, especially along the sides of North Porcupine Alley. Cactus Nation was fine-I always have @wristwatchb to thank for my new plan of attack on Cactus. Aqua Velva Classic Ice Blue for the closer. . Top Of The World Excellent it is. .
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TOTWE again Paul! Ain't nuthin' wrong with that report!

Droo78 said: ↑

Thursday's Shave

Eversharp/Schick I2 HydroMagic
Personna Blade
Semogue 820 Boar
Cold River Soap Works 'Juniper' Shaving Soap
Dickinson's Witch Hazel
Pitralon Classic Aftershave

This soap/AS combo is such a great scent combination for me. It brings back a lot of memories of my childhood and adolescence.
Pitralon may have other scents in the mix, but I only detect the cedar - which is fantastic! The CRSW does a great job with their Juniper scent and the performance is always great. I found the soap yesterday as I was digging through a couple of boxes to find yesterday's soap. I think I will keep it in the rotation for a while.

2.5 passes today with the Eversharp/Schick HydroMagic provided another BBS result with no irritation or mishaps. Sticking with what works!

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Super clean image and setup Andrew, very nice!

clint64 · Aug 20, 2020

jgreenepa said: ↑

Beautiful image, Clint; the new razor looks fabulous! It’s apparently an incredible shaver as well! Hmmmmm? Maybe I should activate my delayed order? Nah!,, Hope the Tradere gets there today!
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Thank you Jeff. Tracking shows the Tradere out for delivery today. It’ll be up for its maiden voyage on Saturday.

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jluc · Aug 20, 2020

Trigger said: ↑

Aug 20 SOTD

Good afternoon guys!

Van Der Hagen TTO Razor
Rockwell DE Blade (?)
Rockwell Synthetic Brush
Stirling Piacenza SS
Stirling Satsuma AS

I decided to use the VDH today because I hardly use it and give my face a break from straight/shavette shaving. I opted for a pasty load on my brush to change my routine. Applied to my wet face and the Stirling soap lathered to my expectations. Two passess with plenty of buffing gave me an IBSS ++ without any problems. In keeping with the change of routine, I didn't use the matching aftershave, but applied Satsuma AaS which complements the soap. Have a nice day fellas! View attachment 232907
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Good looking shave, Joe!

jgreenepa said: ↑

Great shave, Jim! Beautiful image!
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Thanks, Jeff!

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clint64 · Aug 20, 2020

b1hart said: ↑

View attachment 232906
August 20th

BAUME.BE Shaving Cream
RigaRazor 8/8
Heritage Colletions Ever Ready 3-Step - 26mm Envy Shave 2 band badger
Art of Shaving ASB - Unscented
Yves Saint Laurent - La Nuit De L'Homme

Special day today...wifey's birthday. Only the best of the best for the dinner date and celebration the girls and I have planned for tonight. Mid morning shave....up way too early working (planned). Mostly done for the day, now it's last minute errands for the celebration.

Excellent results (lather release) from the Envy Shave knot, completely overloaded with an almond sized dollop smeared in the bottom of the bowl. Super fun rim over flowing slick lather with an awesome creamy face feel from the BAUME.BE. 3 full passes with the highly polished RigaRazor, no shenanigans at all. Love the square tip, easy to guide into the shadows for clean up (but don't dare have any pressure on it for a regular pass). BBS results, third lather round was entirely baby chasing XTG buffing for above the jawline, ATG buffing below (with surprisingly no irritation). Hefty application of the AoS unscented ASB, followed by a wifey top fragrance, YSL - La Nuit De L'Homme. Smooth & smellin' fine....

Hope everyone has a terrific Thursday!
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Fantastic shave and photo Blair. Happy Birthday to your wife. Enjoy the day with the ladies.

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Trigger · Aug 20, 2020

jgreenepa said: ↑

Just out of curiosity, Joe, how does one stop being a sports fan?
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They are supporting an organization that is anti-American and I don't want to extend this discussion because I am very passionate and disgusted about this ownership.

brit · Aug 20, 2020

friday sneak peek..

jgreenepa · Aug 20, 2020

Primotenore said: ↑

AUgust Focus

Ethos Lavender Suprême~~Thäter 4125/2~~Dubl Duck Goldedge
What a difference a day makes!
Yesterday, I was a bit disappointed in my new soap. Also disappointed that I spent $55.00 on it.
Oh well, live and learn. And what I did learn is that just because a company has a
storied history and reputation, that isn't a guarantee that they won't make
bad corporate decisions. Floris, when they abandoned tallow, made such a decision.
We've seen the same from Crabtree & Evelyn, Art of Shaving, even Williams.
I know there are shavers that are complete satisfied with their vegan soaps.
It's their shave and they should enjoy them as they see fit.
Me, I don't want a chemical shave. Another such product is La Savonnière du Moulin.
The ingredient list reads like a chemistry analysis.
Let's not even talk about the destruction of the habitats of animals, with the
use of Palm oils. The post-shave on these products is also way below par.
ETHOS is Palm oil free. Duck fat and Beef tallow are used and man, oh man can you tell!
VERY sticky soap right out of the gate. But from what I have read,
it is important to be patient and add the water slowly.
I did as much, but I could have done so even slower.
The lather did not break, but it was close.
A word on the scent. As you all know, I am a lavender junkie.
This lavender is one of the freshest, purest and truest lavenders I have ever used.
Closest comparable product, imo, is the older version of AoS Lavender cream.
Compared to, say, Mike's Hungarian lavender, Mike's is "heavy" deep and dark.
Compared to Fine and Barrister and Mann, those are quite perfumy and seem to rely
on added scents for their profile.
The Lavender from Chatillon Deluxe was good, except I always got a "nose" of flesh..
Animal flesh---and it was quite off-putting.
Slickness was excellent and the DD had no issues navigating my skin.
Post-shave was über-excellent. Compared to the Floris, I felt like my skin
just emerged form a sauna. The skin food took it to the next level and while the verdict
is still out on sillage and longevity, the scent is very pleasing.
This is a great product and only enhanced by the outstanding customer service and
communication from Frank Lipani.
I have already put in a second order for his Succès, which, I BELIEVE is his take
on Creed Aventus. I could very well be mistaken; it wouldn't be the first time.
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Great shave, Maestro! That is one pretty razor! I have one just like it. Glad you enjoyed your shave!

jgreenepa · Aug 20, 2020

ischiapp said: ↑

SOTD 20200820 Cera Una Volta
by IschiaPP @ Forio
•••
Bat71 “PP73”
Prugno (Plum), Abalone, Oumo Mother Lode, 28x53x115mm
---
Saponificio Varesino 1945 "Dolomiti"
Special Edition 2016 Black, Beta4.0 Shaving Soap
---
FrankenRazor PP1914
(Ever Ready "1924" Shovel Head / Brass Adapter by GPC@ilRasoio / Maggard Razors "MR14" Aluminium)
---
GEM by Personna
SE Stainless Steel PTFE Coated #16
---
Farmaceutici Damor “Jalma” After Shave (sample)
•••
#Shave #WetShaving #WetShavers
#ShaveOfTheDay #ShaveLikeaMan
#WaxUponATime #CeraUnaVolta
#ShavingSoap #AUgust #Test

Full size:
https://imgur.com/hJnplvk
Soundtrack:
Tears For Fears - Goodnight Song

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Great shave, PierPaolo; I always enjoy your balancing acts!

b1hart · Aug 20, 2020

jgreenepa said: ↑

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SOTD THURSDAY MORNING, AUGUST 20, 2020

it’s a bright, sunny morning here in the Philadelphia suburbs. No better time for a stellar shave! For some reason, I just can’t bring myself to shave with any of my safety razors more than twice in a row! I really like the new Tradere, but this morning my SS Supply called out to me. And boy am I glad I listened. I loaded my Supply razor with Schick twinjector blades on the three dot plate, and really luxuriated in the dome shave it delivered. For a change this morning, I did the noggin first. The Supply glided right through that slick MWF lather shearing away the 24 hrs of stubble effortlessly. The result was the desired state of velveteen splendor (VBBS). Although I expected to use it again to clean up my neck, there Was no need.

Last night I grabbed the favorite of my two Damascus CKBA Koa Wood scaled straight razors, the one with the half hollow 7/8 blade. I built a nice slurry on the jasper stone with the 320 grit DMT plate, and after three slurry sessions hairs were a poppin’. I flipped the stone over, removed the chaff from the edge and finished on the fine side with two water sessions until the edge was polished and gleaming. The mug shave this morning (WTG, ATG, XTG) was amazing, my first VBBS both above and below the jawline. It was as good as any of my AC safety razor shaves with a Feather Super. I feel cool, clean and velveteen smooth. The straight razor shave has me in a very good mood! I wish all my shave brothers and sisters out there a great day! Mine has certainly started out that way!

RAZOR: CKBA Koa Wood 7/8 Damascus (Mug), SS Supply V2 3 Dot Plate (Dome)
BLADE: Schick Twinjector
PREP: Cold water rinse followed by a scrub with Rabid Banana Preshave Cube
BRUSH: Alpha Shaving T-400 Tribute with 26mm Two Band Badger Ferrule
SOAP: Mitchell’s Wool Fat w/ 6 drops of M-Bomb
POSTSHAVE: Cold water wash with brush squeezings followed by Humphreys Lilac WH and Osage Rub. Finished with Old Spice Fresh Lime and A&E Post-Shave Serum.
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Excellent all around Jeff! Congrats on the honing and VBBS shave, love the setup & razors!

Primotenore said: ↑

AUgust Focus

Ethos Lavender Suprême~~Thäter 4125/2~~Dubl Duck Goldedge
What a difference a day makes!
Yesterday, I was a bit disappointed in my new soap. Also disappointed that I spent $55.00 on it.
Oh well, live and learn. And what I did learn is that just because a company has a
storied history and reputation, that isn't a guarantee that they won't make
bad corporate decisions. Floris, when they abandoned tallow, made such a decision.
We've seen the same from Crabtree & Evelyn, Art of Shaving, even Williams.
I know there are shavers that are complete satisfied with their vegan soaps.
It's their shave and they should enjoy them as they see fit.
Me, I don't want a chemical shave. Another such product is La Savonnière du Moulin.
The ingredient list reads like a chemistry analysis.
Let's not even talk about the destruction of the habitats of animals, with the
use of Palm oils. The post-shave on these products is also way below par.
ETHOS is Palm oil free. Duck fat and Beef tallow are used and man, oh man can you tell!
VERY sticky soap right out of the gate. But from what I have read,
it is important to be patient and add the water slowly.
I did as much, but I could have done so even slower.
The lather did not break, but it was close.
A word on the scent. As you all know, I am a lavender junkie.
This lavender is one of the freshest, purest and truest lavenders I have ever used.
Closest comparable product, imo, is the older version of AoS Lavender cream.
Compared to, say, Mike's Hungarian lavender, Mike's is "heavy" deep and dark.
Compared to Fine and Barrister and Mann, those are quite perfumy and seem to rely
on added scents for their profile.
The Lavender from Chatillon Deluxe was good, except I always got a "nose" of flesh..
Animal flesh---and it was quite off-putting.
Slickness was excellent and the DD had no issues navigating my skin.
Post-shave was über-excellent. Compared to the Floris, I felt like my skin
just emerged form a sauna. The skin food took it to the next level and while the verdict
is still out on sillage and longevity, the scent is very pleasing.
This is a great product and only enhanced by the outstanding customer service and
communication from Frank Lipani.
I have already put in a second order for his Succès, which, I BELIEVE is his take
on Creed Aventus. I could very well be mistaken; it wouldn't be the first time.
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What a read Joseph! Incredible. Awesome everything. Now....about this Ethos enabling....

ischiapp said: ↑

SOTD 20200820 Cera Una Volta
by IschiaPP @ Forio
•••
Bat71 “PP73”
Prugno (Plum), Abalone, Oumo Mother Lode, 28x53x115mm
---
Saponificio Varesino 1945 "Dolomiti"
Special Edition 2016 Black, Beta4.0 Shaving Soap
---
FrankenRazor PP1914
(Ever Ready "1924" Shovel Head / Brass Adapter by GPC@ilRasoio / Maggard Razors "MR14" Aluminium)
---
GEM by Personna
SE Stainless Steel PTFE Coated #16
---
Farmaceutici Damor “Jalma” After Shave (sample)
•••
#Shave #WetShaving #WetShavers
#ShaveOfTheDay #ShaveLikeaMan
#WaxUponATime #CeraUnaVolta
#ShavingSoap #AUgust #Test

Full size:
https://imgur.com/hJnplvk
Soundtrack:
Tears For Fears - Goodnight Song

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Fun image and setup Pierpaolo!

Trigger · Aug 20, 2020

b1hart said: ↑

View attachment 232906
August 20th

BAUME.BE Shaving Cream
RigaRazor 8/8
Heritage Colletions Ever Ready 3-Step - 26mm Envy Shave 2 band badger
Art of Shaving ASB - Unscented
Yves Saint Laurent - La Nuit De L'Homme

Special day today...wifey's birthday. Only the best of the best for the dinner date and celebration the girls and I have planned for tonight. Mid morning shave....up way too early working (planned). Mostly done for the day, now it's last minute errands for the celebration.

Excellent results (lather release) from the Envy Shave knot, completely overloaded with an almond sized dollop smeared in the bottom of the bowl. Super fun rim over flowing slick lather with an awesome creamy face feel from the BAUME.BE. 3 full passes with the highly polished RigaRazor, no shenanigans at all. Love the square tip, easy to guide into the shadows for clean up (but don't dare have any pressure on it for a regular pass). BBS results, third lather round was entirely baby chasing XTG buffing for above the jawline, ATG buffing below (with surprisingly no irritation). Hefty application of the AoS unscented ASB, followed by a wifey top fragrance, YSL - La Nuit De L'Homme. Smooth & smellin' fine....

Hope everyone has a terrific Thursday!
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Great shave Blair! Enjoy your wife's birthday and may there be many more to come!

jgreenepa · Aug 20, 2020

Droo78 said: ↑

Terrific shave and beautiful CKBA razor, Jeff! Congrats on the successful honing and VBBS results with the straight!
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Thanks, Andrew, Ben’s a good teacher!

jgreenepa · Aug 20, 2020

jluc said: ↑

Awesome, Jeff!The soap sounds like a winner, Joseph. Great shave and report. Lovely, Pierpaolo!

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Thanks, Jim!

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August 2020 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

How are you going to make AUgust your gold medal month?

I am going to choose only the gear that gives me my best shaves.

I am going to experiment with different gear to discover my gold medal shaves.

I am going to use any gear I want, because I can get a gold medal shave from anything.

I am actually allergic to gold, so I am going to go for platinum medal shaves.

I am going to use Gold Medal flour and bake cookies, which have been noticeably absent recently.

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Trigger Double Jedi Knight

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August 2020 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

How are you going to make AUgust your gold medal month?

I am going to choose only the gear that gives me my best shaves.

I am going to experiment with different gear to discover my gold medal shaves.

I am going to use any gear I want, because I can get a gold medal shave from anything.

I am actually allergic to gold, so I am going to go for platinum medal shaves.

I am going to use Gold Medal flour and bake cookies, which have been noticeably absent recently.

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jluc smelling pretty

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Trigger Double Jedi Knight

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