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

Primotenore · Feb 9, 2021

jgreenepa said: ↑

Lovely TI shave, Joseph! I’m glad to be a nasal barbarian with a muted olfactory nerve incapable of making the fine distinctions between scent notes of you educated fragheads. Sharp is probably a worse addiction than smelly. For whatever reason I just seem incapable of mustering up the enthusiasm over scents that you lot do. I can’t imagine the storage requirements for 30+ soaps! Well, to each his own!
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Indeed.

Primotenore · Feb 9, 2021

9nein9 said: ↑

For 70 bucks you could buy a lifetime supply of Arko
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Here's a link, let me know how it works out for you, Patrick.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/12-pcs-X-A...75gr-2-64-oz-smooth-razor-touch-/124080447838

Primotenore · Feb 9, 2021

Dave in KY said: ↑

Nice write-up Joseph. No money outlay? A pif or trade to get it? I must have missed something.....
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First line of the report, Dave.

Primotenore · Feb 9, 2021

JACarbone said: ↑

Wonderful shave and write up Paul.
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When Paul shaves with a Gustave Lalune, I will personally fly to Boston and take him out to a steak dinner.

Dave in KY · Feb 9, 2021

JACarbone said: ↑

Very nice shave Dave. Good luck with future uses of the razor.
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Thanks Joe

jluc said: ↑

Thanks, Dave! Highly doubtful that props will be a regular part of my photos. I'm not that creative.

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All evidence indicates otherwise Jim

Silvestris · Feb 9, 2021

If anyone's wondering, I do keep using the same gear. And the same picture, too

JACarbone · Feb 9, 2021

Primotenore said: ↑

Thank you for taking the time to make this report, Joe. Perhaps the extra weight, allows the razor, through gravity, to remain on your face without the need to add pressure, as with the 37C. There can be no denying that the blade gap and exposure of the R41 is much greater than that of the Merkur.
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Thank you Joe. Perhaps the added pressure, consciously or not, with the 37C, may explain why I noticed the blade on my face a bit more. I will have to make a mental note to see if there is a noticeable difference the next time I use the R41.

JACarbone · Feb 9, 2021

Silvestris said: ↑

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If anyone's wondering, I do keep using the same gear. And the same picture, too
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Very nice shave Matt.

Trigger · Feb 9, 2021

jgreenepa said: ↑

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SOTD TUESDAY MORNING, FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Well day three of the trip to Tennessee continues. Sorry for the sameness of the photo staging, but I’m working with limited kit. The shave today was every bit as good as yesterday’s. My mug shave featured the Dubl Duck Goldedge 11/16 and the Supply V2, fitted with a Schick Twinjector, served as my noggin shaving tool. The A&E Kaizen lather worked well with my mini Kent Infinity travel brush. The lather was slick and served its purpose to deliver another fine shave - two passes for the dome and my usual three for the mug. I feel clean, cool, refreshed and velveteen smooth.

RAZOR: Dubl Duck Goldedge 11/16 (Mug), SS Supply V2 (Dome)
BLADE: Schick Injector II
PREP: Cold water rinse followed by a scrub with Argan Oil
BRUSH: Kent Infinity Silvertex
CROAP: A&E Kaizen
POSTSHAVE: Cold water wash with brush squeezings followed by a rinse with Humphreys Lilac WH. Finished with Cremo Cooling Post Shave Balm.
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Wonderful shaves Jeff!

Silvestris · Feb 9, 2021

JACarbone said: ↑

Very nice shave Matt.
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Thanks, Joe!

Dave in KY · Feb 9, 2021

Silvestris said: ↑

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If anyone's wondering, I do keep using the same gear. And the same picture, too
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Matt knocking out consistently good shaves

jluc · Feb 9, 2021

Dave in KY said: ↑

Thanks Joe

All evidence indicates otherwise Jim
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Trigger · Feb 9, 2021

Paul Turner said: ↑

Well, the Wilkinson Sword blade made a big difference all right. A better blade for the Red Tip than the Astra...for me, anyway. I did have to go "easy" on it to avoid cuts, which did happen once. I was able to go through an entire pass with it, and a little bit of the second, before switching back to the disposeABLE. I had Stoylin Sandpiper(soap&A.S.) for my main items. Now I kmow what to expect when I shave tomorrow. That's 2 things I'm focusing on together-achieving a sense of comfort with the Red Tip, and improving my lathering. Most Excellent.
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February 9th
DSCosmetic Z0 w Astra SP (2)
Simpson Sovereign (T2) / Resin
Barrister’s Reserve Cool
Thayers
Booster Polar Ice AS
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Another good shave with the ‘13 R41 clone. Everything worked as it should and I am quite smooth again with this shaver. This soap has definitely benefited from regular use, it is pretty much all the way back (besides load amount) to where it used to be.
I was going to finish with the iced Florida Water, but as it is -22C here (ridiculous!) and I had to walk the dogs, I eschewed it and went with the Polar Ice instead. It isn’t that polar and even with a bit of added menthol, isn’t that icy.
Have a great day all!
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That's frostbite weather! Great shave Jason!

Primotenore said: ↑

February Focus

Antica Barbieria Colla~~Simpson D3~~Gustave Lalune~~Dior Homme
Traded a jar of MdC original for the above-pictured Antica Barbieria Colla,
which, when translated, means: Ancient Barbershop Paste.
100g tips the financial scale at a hefty $70.00.
I can't recall what I paid for the Martin de Candre, but it was comparable, albeit for 200g of hard soap.
The ABC is a very firm croap, much, much firmer than the modern, artisan "soap".
The scent is called "almond", but if you've ever smiled an almond, you know they have almost no smell.
So they add that cherry scent, resulting in a mild marzipan scent.
After Cella, Boellis Panama and the recently titaniced tub of 3P, I vowed never to own another scent like this.
So much for Primo's vows.
With a plastic scoop, I had to apply some force to get some soap out of the tub.
Will it last as long as a puck of Tabac? Hardly, but in a shave den consisting of more than 30 soaps...who cares?
So, how did it lather
It was slow going creating the lather, because I mos def© did not want to flood it with H2O too quickly.
Eventually, I got the soap to a lovely consistency with a fair amount of shine.

I have read comments, espousing the slickness of this soap, especially suited for a straight razor.
That was all I needed to read, before choosing the French, drop-forged Gustave Lalune.
Was this soap the revelation of my shaving career? No.
Is it slick? Yes.
Is it protective? Yes.
Is the scent light and unobtrusive? Yes.
Is it worth $70.00? Nope.
For that money, you can have a huge tub of Santa Maria Novella shave cream, which I like better.
But because I didn't have any money outlay, I am not sorry to have it in my den.
I will come back to it.
The shave went well and without any epidermal breaching.
This razor is, however, going to need a refreshing.
Finished with a vintage scent by Christian Dior:

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You must like Iris or this scent is not for you. I like Iris...ergo, this scent is for me.
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Nice shave, pic and review Maestro!

Dave in KY · Feb 9, 2021

Primotenore said: ↑

First line of the report, Dave.
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Had my lawyers read it and get me up to speed............thanks

palmolive fox · Feb 9, 2021

JACarbone said: ↑

Wonderful shave Barry.
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Thank you Joe...Have a safe wonderful day.

Trigger · Feb 9, 2021

JACarbone said: ↑

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DE Shave # 327

Rating: 5 / 5

Razor: Merkur 37c Slant
Blade: Gillette Silver Blue
Brush: Semogue Torga C5
Lather: Razorock X (1508.5)
Aftershave: Razorock X
Additional Care:
Stirling Alum Block
Stirling Tea Tree Witch Hazel
Stirling Unscented Glacial Balm

I decided to forego the planned straight razor shave to test a theory I had regarding the Muhle R41. Wait! "Joe your shave pictures the Merkur 37c?” In my post yesterday, I expressed that I did not find my Muhle R41 as being overly aggressive, when compared to some observations of other users. I have received countless phenomenal shaves without incident. Joe, @Primotenore, suggested that I provide some incite regarding my approach with the R41 so others may benefit. I had planned on commenting last night.

My theory is the tremendous success with the R41 is that the weight of the razor plays into allowing me to control the razor easily. I find my Merkur 37c to be more aggressive. This morning I decided to weigh both razors with a blade. My findings:
R41: 137 g Maggard's MR3 handle. The handle weighs 98 g.
37c: 76 g

This morning's shave with the Merkur 37c delivered a smooth, close shave. However, I did manage to obtain a weeper on Adam's apple. I attribute this to user error, moving to quickly resulted in a set down error. Apparently, the greater the weight of the razor the more mindful I am of my approach to placing the razor.

The process for the R41 is as follows:
1. Load the brush with soap. If the 1508.5 Project - load directly in the container for 60 seconds then whip up in the bowl. Other shaves, scoop an almond sized amount of soap, press into the bowl and proceed whipping into a nice lather.
2. I apply the soap for a three pass shave, WTG, XTG, and OTG.
3. With each pass, I set the razor down carefully onto the shaving area.
4. Establish an angle that I have found works with the R41, approximately in the 25 - 30 degree range. (Almost riding the cap)
5.Strokes: Slow and controlled. Longer along the side of the face. Shorter on the chin and neck areas.
6. Following each pass, I lightly apply cold moisture to the shave area, reapply soap and proceed.
7. After the three passes, I lather a fourth time. Clean up the hardware, wipe off lather, rinse with hot then cold water.
8. Apply alum, witch hazel, balm and finally splash.

In conclusion, the R41 is a great razor. As with each razor in my den, there is a learning curve to work through the idiosyncrasies of each. Given time and patient, you will manage great shaves with each. That being said, become complacent, the razor will remind you very quickly who is boss.

Have a great day gentlemen.
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Awesome shave today Joe! I agree with your review of the R41. As I stated yesterday, the angle is just a little harder to find when shaving the neck, especially against the grain. Once you figure out the nuances of the R41/102, then it is a great shaver.

jgreenepa · Feb 9, 2021

jluc said: ↑

February 9th
Razor: Timeless Bronze OC
Blade: Gillette 7 O'Clock Black (3)
Brush: Heritage Collection Merit
Pre-shave: PAA Cube
Soap: MLS Grand Havana
PAA Galactic Witch Hazel
B&M Unscented Balm
AS: MLS Grand Havana

Good morning!

Terrific shave to start the day! The Bronze OC once dialed in is awesome!

Have a great day!

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Gorgeous photo, Jim! Love the staging!

Trigger · Feb 9, 2021

jluc said: ↑

February 9th
Razor: Timeless Bronze OC
Blade: Gillette 7 O'Clock Black (3)
Brush: Heritage Collection Merit
Pre-shave: PAA Cube
Soap: MLS Grand Havana
PAA Galactic Witch Hazel
B&M Unscented Balm
AS: MLS Grand Havana

Good morning!

Terrific shave to start the day! The Bronze OC once dialed in is awesome!

Have a great day!

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Fine shave, beautiful pic and great gear Jim!

jluc · Feb 9, 2021

jgreenepa said: ↑

Gorgeous photo, Jim! Love the staging!
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Trigger said: ↑

Fine shave, beautiful pic and great gear Jim!
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Thank you, gentlemen!

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Trigger · Feb 9, 2021

Primotenore said: ↑

When Paul shaves with a Gustave Lalune, I will personally fly to Boston and take him out to a steak dinner.
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I will join you and buy the most expensive desserts for all of us.

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

What are you shaving plans for February?

I am going to finally complete a 30 (28) Day Rule.

I am going to finally finish my first tub of soap.

I am going to finally shave with a DE razor.

I am going to join the Dark Side and give straight razor shaving a try.

I am going to hone my first straight razor.

I am going to mix it up and shave with anything I want.

I am going to learn how to bake cookies from scratch.

I am abstaining from taking part in ludicrous polls.

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

What are you shaving plans for February?

I am going to finally complete a 30 (28) Day Rule.

I am going to finally finish my first tub of soap.

I am going to finally shave with a DE razor.

I am going to join the Dark Side and give straight razor shaving a try.

I am going to hone my first straight razor.

I am going to mix it up and shave with anything I want.

I am going to learn how to bake cookies from scratch.

I am abstaining from taking part in ludicrous polls.

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