February 2021 30 Day Rule/30 Day Focus Pic and Discussion Thread- All are Welcome

Hence the NB, I suppose. I keep a rotation of 20 razors, 25 soaps/creams and 25 splashes. Give or take. One in one out, within reason. Brushes are exempt as I’m still below 20, although you are doing your best to push that too.
I do have 7 extra razors in the ‘give to my son/PIF/donate to newbies or the raffle’ drawer though...

 

...on the next episode of Hoarders...

 

Thank you Jeff

 

Thank you Clint.

 

Very nice shave Jason.

 

I’m in for that

 

Lol! Thanks Charlie! I have to say that my test bowl lather was amazing! The bowl was was very easy to clean.

 

Glad to see you enjoying the new razor Clint

Said it once and I'll say it again....that razor is beautiful Jim

Awesome report Dave

Awesome shave Blair

 

Hey Terry

Nice setup Gary

Great shave Joe. Hope Hercules is ok

Awesome shave Charlie. Enjoy the hike

 

7th February 2021.



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Shaving Recipe For the day.

Prep: Warm shower:/Asda Tingly Mint & Tea Tree Shower Gel.

Pre:
Cold wet flannel to my face.
Pears Lemon ~ Flower Transparent Bar Soap + Nuage Menthol shaving Oil.
Brush: Chinese Unbranded Silvertip Fibre.
Face Lather.
Lather: Boots ~ Original Shave Stick.
Blade: Wilkinson Sword Classic.(2)
Razor: Wilkinson Sword Premium. (TTO)

Post:
Cold Water Face Rinse./Homemade (~Winter mix~) peppermint lavender eucalyptus, + Tea Tree essential Oils Witch Hazel Mixture./ Boots Freshwood ASL + ASB.

Greetings,

The inexpensive WS continued working together superbly. It just goes to show you don't need to spend a great amount on shaving products to get a great shave.
A relaxing 3 pass + pick ups Close comfortable Sunday morning shave with no errors to report...Finishing the shave off with a small dollop of Boots ASB.

My face is feeling silky smooth & smelling divine.

Stay safe, and enjoy Sunday ladies & gentlemen.

 

I tried a Derby Extra and the first shave was rough. I hear that they smooth out with consecutive shaves . Have a free tuck of Premium coming Monday. Should be interesting

Nothing beats the originals

 

Awesome Barry. I'm going to have to revisit my WS with a saloon pack WS blade now that you got me thinking about the Wilky again. Bought me nephew one and he loves it

 

Thank you Patrick..The WS is a great every day/ introduction razor to Traditional wet shaving..fitted with the right blade choice it can be efficient...

 

I agree Barry. Just loaded a WS saloon blade in mine for todays shave. I'm a bit excited to try it with the WS shave stick soap as well.

 

Was going to wait one more day to shave and let the Fatip piccolo have a taste of 3 days growth but after seeing Barry @palmolive fox using his Wilkinson sword TTO lately, I began thinking maybe it was time to revisit this $20 wonder with a blade I haven't used in it yet . Albeit a "mild'" razor, with the right blade I wondered could it perform a BBS shave ??? The answer is YES.
Pulled out a Wilkinson/Gillette saloon pack blade with 1 shave under its belt and loaded it up. Since I was in a Wilkinson state of mind I used the shave stick also with the beautiful JR 241 (soap slinger) and made much much luxurious lather for the task at hand.
Added some skin stretching and proper technique for 3 passes and to my delight was aptly rewarded.
One thing I did notice with this razor/blade combo was some noticeable audio feedback which assured me the job was getting done.
In summary, of all the blades used in this "budget" razor I would have to say the WS/ Gillette saloon has given me the best results.
Added a generous splash of the Booster juice to seal the deal and left me feeling fresh and awake .
Since I'm on a roll this morning I may have to make another coffee and tempt a headshave with the Fatip lo Storto slant . Stay tuned .........

 

Thanks Patrick

Great shave Barry

Nice shave Patrick but someone dropped/bent your brush

 

Sunday February 7, 2021
Razor: Gibbs #15 @Clouds Brass Handle
Blade: Wizamet
Brush: Graydog Quilt
Soap: Dr Jon's Savannah Sunrise
AS 1: Humphrey's Alcoholado Maravilla 70
AS 2: Stirling Peach
Fragrance: CK One

1st off I forgot to mention that the gentlemen known as @Primotenore and I had exchanged some frags samples. I sent him the older Terre D"Hermes Edt and he sent the Parfum to me to compare. He has a much more refined nose and descriptions than I. My take was the opening of them had the Parfum slightly less dirty citrus and more to the bright side but on dry down they were very similar. There has been discussion that the after 2015/16 EdT is weaker. I was curious and have confirmed that the replacement should be the Parfum to get the same effect.

Just an amazing shave with the Gibbs today. I had not tried it with the Brass aftermarket handle yet and wanted to try it. I like both the extra weight it gives as well as the slightly more handle length. It was a winner for sure and we are glass like smooth today. Took today off the 1508.5 Project on Steroids but back at it tomorrow. Topped with some Stirling Peach Splash and some CK One EdT. Have a tremendous day guys !

 

Thanks Dave . Yes it pairs well with the slant razor.

 

Nice setup Dave . Interesting looking brush you have there as well