July 2021 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion. All are welcome!

JACarbone · Jul 13, 2021

Paul Turner said: ↑

What a nice shave the Rocky Mtn. Barber Co.(Barbershop)gave me this morning! Quite similar to Rise Superfoam, and we all know how much I liked that one. I felt I could get away with it today, as our cool spell continued. It's best in the fall and winter, I'd say. The smooth feeling on my face&neck comes close to that of many of my shavesoaps. I think RMBC has some shavesoaps too. I can only imagine and look forward to how THOSE will treat my face and neck. Anyway, I took the company's advice and tried it with the brush(Crown King Spindle Duro Tali). I actually scraped some cream off the lid bottom, and that was good enough. Course there's 5 oz. of the cream IN the tin. Very pleasant mountain air fragrance. The first of my two passes did result in some red polkadots at various locations on Porcupine Alley(N. and S.). Rather than panic, I had the presence of mind to believe that the aftershave(Clubman)would handle them. That's right, Clubman. I changed the play last night, deciding that the the Royal Copenhagen wouldn't be a good match for the cream. Might as well go barbershop/barbershop. I'd love to see how long the smoothness of this product lasts. I will look forward with pleasure to using this again. Outta This World Excellent.
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Most excellent Paul

JACarbone · Jul 13, 2021

brit said: ↑

awesome shaves,pics and line ups gents..
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Thank You Gary

JACarbone · Jul 13, 2021

brit said: ↑

tech tuesday
#25 brit service tech
spoiler-6
simpson
st.james of london
burberry rhythm

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good day gents
another fine tech shave in the books
smooth 2 passer ,no faults with the blade
lovely lather built with the commodore best badger
from simpson's cheap seats,but no slouch at all.
a touch of twisted thayers and burberry rhythm edt to finish.

awesome.
this tech has post war safety guards and a more aggressive feel than the earlier fb brit techs.

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have a great day everyone

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Super duper Gary

JACarbone · Jul 13, 2021

Edison Carter said: ↑

Tuesday Enablement Shave

Having received a really cool package of Razors out summer vacationing at the gracious hands that master enabler @Dave in KY , the Blackland Vector had my attention yesterday.

Today a unique piece came out to play. The Clauss Automatic Safety Razor complete with case in wonderful condition. Having never used a Gem type razor before so I had to acquire some blades at a local drug store and de-spline one. I had been cautioned this shaving piece can be vicious. And Shark week too.

The Clauss appears to have been made for dedicated blades. Initially, I thought the Gem blade might slip around in there but the cap has these little springy tabs that push the blade to the stops. I thought the blade corners hung out to the side more than I liked, so I muted them on an Arkansas Stone.

The shave was uneventful. I liked how low of an angle it gets to and got bolder as I went along. Yesterday’s outing with the Vector was delightful, but I’m not sure this old jalopy didn’t out shave it. And I though I was going to allow Dave to enable me to buy the Vector. I might have to get more of these old razors. Maybe even start my own shave forum. I’ll call it TOWST, that would be The Original Window Scraper Thingydingers

It did really shave well! And I liked it.
Thank you Dave.

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An excellent shave. I am sure Dave can be persuasive.

Dave in KY · Jul 13, 2021

Edison Carter said: ↑

Tuesday Enablement Shave

Having received a really cool package of Razors out summer vacationing at the gracious hands that master enabler @Dave in KY , the Blackland Vector had my attention yesterday.

Today a unique piece came out to play. The Clauss Automatic Safety Razor complete with case in wonderful condition. Having never used a Gem type razor before so I had to acquire some blades at a local drug store and de-spline one. I had been cautioned this shaving piece can be vicious. And Shark week too.

The Clauss appears to have been made for dedicated blades. Initially, I thought the Gem blade might slip around in there but the cap has these little springy tabs that push the blade to the stops. I thought the blade corners hung out to the side more than I liked, so I muted them on an Arkansas Stone.

The shave was uneventful. I liked how low of an angle it gets to and got bolder as I went along. Yesterday’s outing with the Vector was delightful, but I’m not sure this old jalopy didn’t out shave it. And I though I was going to allow Dave to enable me to buy the Vector. I might have to get more of these old razors. Maybe even start my own shave forum. I’ll call it TOWST, that would be The Original Window Scraper Thingydingers

It did really shave well! And I liked it.
Thank you Dave.

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Glad she was on her best behavior for you

JACarbone · Jul 13, 2021

DE Shave # 351

Rating: 5 / 5

Razor: PAA Prismatic
Blade: Gillette Silver Blue (1)
Brush: Ever Ready 200T
Lather: Dr. Jon’s Gravity (Just One Shave Soap July Weekdays)
Aftershave: Stirling Electric Sheep
Additional Care:
Stirling Alum Block
Thayer's Witch Hazel - Aloe Vera

I had a very nice shave with the Prismatic with a new GSB. Super smooth shave with continued smoothness 8 hours later. I had another busy day here in not so sunny Florida. We drove over to the Gulf Coast to take a ride on an airfoil to cruise through the Everglades. So cool sights including several huge gators.

Hope you had a great day gentlemen.

JACarbone · Jul 13, 2021

Hembree said: ↑

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Focus Slim Al shavette
Astra SP snapped (fresh)
Razorock 400 synthetic brush
Soap Commander Honor shave soap
Royal Copenhagen cologne

Awesome lather this morning. Soap Commander is dependable and always provides some very nice lather.

So where did that Focus Slim come from? It showed up yesterday on loan from the den of Bill's @Edison Carter. I have always like the looks and construction of the Slim. I asked Bill about his thoughts on it and he offered it up for some test runs. I appreciate his generosity.

So what do I think about it? Does it check a few boxes for me? The first thing that jumps out at me is the light weight. I'm a fan of light razors and this one is a light weight. All machined aluminum and even the scale/handle is a solid piece of machined aluminum. The retainer and pivot pin appears to be stainless steel screws. The razor is thoughtfully executed and fabricated. It is available in multiple colors. Me likie a lot but how does it shave?

Loading the blade is no problem. You just have to pay attention and place the curved part of the snapped area of the blade down and then slide the lock plate into position. The curved area provide a little bit of tension to secure the blade between the plates. I like the fact that the corners of the blade are covered.

The angle is easy to find and I completed two very nice passes except for a weeper above the Adam's apple. No biggie and the alum was almost quiet.

I have been trying to focus on my straights but I could not resist trying the Focus Slim out this morning. It is a very nice shavette and I'm looking forward to some more shaves with it.

I hope everyone has a great day.
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Well done by both you and Bill, @Edison.Carter

Trigger · Jul 13, 2021

Primotenore said: ↑

My dear friends at TSD. Recently, many of you were incredibly kind enough to keep my mother and me in your thoughts. Sadly, my mother left this world yesterday afternoon. It's with a heavy heart I share this news with you all. Thank you again for your kindness. I will never forget it.
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I am so sorry Joseph. I will pray for you and for.the rest of your family during your time of mourning. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Trigger · Jul 13, 2021

Edison Carter said: ↑

Tuesday Enablement Shave

Having received a really cool package of Razors out summer vacationing at the gracious hands that master enabler @Dave in KY , the Blackland Vector had my attention yesterday.

Today a unique piece came out to play. The Clauss Automatic Safety Razor complete with case in wonderful condition. Having never used a Gem type razor before so I had to acquire some blades at a local drug store and de-spline one. I had been cautioned this shaving piece can be vicious. And Shark week too.

The Clauss appears to have been made for dedicated blades. Initially, I thought the Gem blade might slip around in there but the cap has these little springy tabs that push the blade to the stops. I thought the blade corners hung out to the side more than I liked, so I muted them on an Arkansas Stone.

The shave was uneventful. I liked how low of an angle it gets to and got bolder as I went along. Yesterday’s outing with the Vector was delightful, but I’m not sure this old jalopy didn’t out shave it. And I though I was going to allow Dave to enable me to buy the Vector. I might have to get more of these old razors. Maybe even start my own shave forum. I’ll call it TOWST, that would be The Original Window Scraper Thingydingers

It did really shave well! And I liked it.
Thank you Dave.

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Very nice shave Bill!

Trigger · Jul 13, 2021

JACarbone said: ↑

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DE Shave # 351

Rating: 5 / 5

Razor: PAA Prismatic
Blade: Gillette Silver Blue (1)
Brush: Ever Ready 200T
Lather: Dr. Jon’s Gravity (Just One Shave Soap July Weekdays)
Aftershave: Stirling Electric Sheep
Additional Care:
Stirling Alum Block
Thayer's Witch Hazel - Aloe Vera

I had a very nice shave with the Prismatic with a new GSB. Super smooth shave with continued smoothness 8 hours later. I had another busy day here in not so sunny Florida. We drove over to the Gulf Coast to take a ride on an airfoil to cruise through the Everglades. So cool sights including several huge gators.

Hope you had a great day gentlemen.
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Awesome shave Joe. As for the gators, I don't want to be near them.

IAmTheJody · Jul 13, 2021

Primotenore said: ↑

My dear friends at TSD. Recently, many of you were incredibly kind enough to keep my mother and me in your thoughts. Sadly, my mother left this world yesterday afternoon. It's with a heavy heart I share this news with you all. Thank you again for your kindness. I will never forget it.
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My condolences to you and your family, Joseph.

Dave in KY · Jul 14, 2021

Primotenore said: ↑

My dear friends at TSD. Recently, many of you were incredibly kind enough to keep my mother and me in your thoughts. Sadly, my mother left this world yesterday afternoon. It's with a heavy heart I share this news with you all. Thank you again for your kindness. I will never forget it.
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Joseph, you were a good son tending to her needs down to the end. My sincerest condolences and wish you and your family peace and comfort from this loss.

Dave in KY · Jul 14, 2021

Wednesday July 14, 2021
Razor: Autostrop A1
Blade: Gem (?)
Brush: RR BC Plissoft Silvertip
Soap: Vintage Williams Stick
AS 1: Humphrey's Alcoholado Maravilla 70
AS 2: Aqua Velva
Fragrance: Nautica Blue
Consecutive Daily Shaves - # 980

clint64 · Jul 14, 2021

JACarbone said: ↑

Very nice shave this morning Clint.
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Thank you Joe. I hope you’re having a good trip.

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clint64 · Jul 14, 2021

Primotenore said: ↑

My dear friends at TSD. Recently, many of you were incredibly kind enough to keep my mother and me in your thoughts. Sadly, my mother left this world yesterday afternoon. It's with a heavy heart I share this news with you all. Thank you again for your kindness. I will never forget it.
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I’m so very sorry Joseph. Please accept my condolences. I will continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

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clint64 · Jul 14, 2021

Edison Carter said: ↑

Tuesday Enablement Shave

Having received a really cool package of Razors out summer vacationing at the gracious hands that master enabler @Dave in KY , the Blackland Vector had my attention yesterday.

Today a unique piece came out to play. The Clauss Automatic Safety Razor complete with case in wonderful condition. Having never used a Gem type razor before so I had to acquire some blades at a local drug store and de-spline one. I had been cautioned this shaving piece can be vicious. And Shark week too.

The Clauss appears to have been made for dedicated blades. Initially, I thought the Gem blade might slip around in there but the cap has these little springy tabs that push the blade to the stops. I thought the blade corners hung out to the side more than I liked, so I muted them on an Arkansas Stone.

The shave was uneventful. I liked how low of an angle it gets to and got bolder as I went along. Yesterday’s outing with the Vector was delightful, but I’m not sure this old jalopy didn’t out shave it. And I though I was going to allow Dave to enable me to buy the Vector. I might have to get more of these old razors. Maybe even start my own shave forum. I’ll call it TOWST, that would be The Original Window Scraper Thingydingers

It did really shave well! And I liked it.
Thank you Dave.

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Very cool razor Bill.

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Dave in KY · Jul 14, 2021

Edison Carter said: ↑

Tuesday Enablement Shave

Having received a really cool package of Razors out summer vacationing at the gracious hands that master enabler @Dave in KY , the Blackland Vector had my attention yesterday.

Today a unique piece came out to play. The Clauss Automatic Safety Razor complete with case in wonderful condition. Having never used a Gem type razor before so I had to acquire some blades at a local drug store and de-spline one. I had been cautioned this shaving piece can be vicious. And Shark week too.

The Clauss appears to have been made for dedicated blades. Initially, I thought the Gem blade might slip around in there but the cap has these little springy tabs that push the blade to the stops. I thought the blade corners hung out to the side more than I liked, so I muted them on an Arkansas Stone.

The shave was uneventful. I liked how low of an angle it gets to and got bolder as I went along. Yesterday’s outing with the Vector was delightful, but I’m not sure this old jalopy didn’t out shave it. And I though I was going to allow Dave to enable me to buy the Vector. I might have to get more of these old razors. Maybe even start my own shave forum. I’ll call it TOWST, that would be The Original Window Scraper Thingydingers

It did really shave well! And I liked it.
Thank you Dave.

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WHAT?!?!?! NO Video !!!!!

b1hart · Jul 14, 2021

Terry said: ↑

This mornings shave, tomorrow mornings shave, ect, ect.....

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A DFS head and face shave.
Just where I like to be.

You know this is the razor I use almost exclusively.
You know I use a new blade every time.
Even if I use a different DE razor I use a Feather blade and change blades every time.
I'm spoiled by using a sharp blade to shave with Every time.

Well after going through box after box of bladest in the last year.

I was worried I would run out of blades In no time, a n d that would be terrible.

At last, after searching for deals on the internet, saving my pennies, slowly buying a box here and a box there.

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I think I'm finely stocked up on my favorite DE blade.

Enjoy

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Awesome Terry! Shaveapolcolypse ready you are!

Now, on an entirely similar note, THANKS for posting the image. Great example to Wifey.....that,

Well, .

jluc · Jul 14, 2021

July 14th
Razor: Karve Aluminum C
Blade: Gillette Platinum (1)
Brush: Rick Montalvo/Mixed Badger and Boar
Pre-shave: PAA Cube
Soap: A&E Barberie Sofisticato
PAA Galactic Witch Hazel
PAA Star Jelly
AS: A&E Barberie Sofisticato

Good morning!

The recent Karve talk and the fact that I have a couple of baseplates on the way made this morning's decision for me. Aluminum with the C plate. Slight positive exposure and plenty of gap make for an easy shave.

One of the plates I ordered is the A. Listed to have a negative exposure. I don't think I have ever used a razor with a negative exposure. Neutral exposure razors are some of my favorite razors so I'm quite curious about the negative exposure of the A plate.

Have a great day!

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clint64 · Jul 14, 2021

jluc said: ↑

July 14th
Razor: Karve Aluminum C
Blade: Gillette Platinum (1)
Brush: Rick Montalvo/Mixed Badger and Boar
Pre-shave: PAA Cube
Soap: A&E Barberie Sofisticato
PAA Galactic Witch Hazel
PAA Star Jelly
AS: A&E Barberie Sofisticato

Good morning!

The recent Karve talk and the fact that I have a couple of baseplates on the way made this morning's decision for me. Aluminum with the C plate. Slight positive exposure and plenty of gap make for an easy shave.

One of the plates I ordered is the A. Listed to have a negative exposure. I don't think I have ever used a razor with a negative exposure. Neutral exposure razors are some of my favorite razors so I'm quite curious about the negative exposure of the A plate.

Have a great day!

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Very cool photo Jim. I look forward to hearing what you think of the A plate.

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July 2021 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion. All are welcome!

How will you celebrate Freedom Month?

By shaving with whatever I please.

By committing to my first rule.

By committing to my first focus.

By shaving with only American-made products.

By eating only American-made ice cream and cookies.

By voting to commit the writer of these polls.

JACarbone The Oud Dude

JACarbone The Oud Dude

JACarbone The Oud Dude

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Dave in KY On second thought, Buttercup

JACarbone The Oud Dude

JACarbone The Oud Dude

Trigger Double Jedi Knight

Trigger Double Jedi Knight

Trigger Double Jedi Knight

IAmTheJody Gillette-i Master

Dave in KY On second thought, Buttercup

Dave in KY On second thought, Buttercup

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July 2021 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion. All are welcome!

How will you celebrate Freedom Month?

By shaving with whatever I please.

By committing to my first rule.

By committing to my first focus.

By shaving with only American-made products.

By eating only American-made ice cream and cookies.

By voting to commit the writer of these polls.

JACarbone The Oud Dude

JACarbone The Oud Dude

JACarbone The Oud Dude

JACarbone The Oud Dude

Dave in KY On second thought, Buttercup

JACarbone The Oud Dude

JACarbone The Oud Dude

Trigger Double Jedi Knight

Trigger Double Jedi Knight

Trigger Double Jedi Knight

IAmTheJody Gillette-i Master

Dave in KY On second thought, Buttercup

Dave in KY On second thought, Buttercup

clint64 Blind Squirrel

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Dave in KY On second thought, Buttercup

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jluc smelling pretty

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