November 2021 30 Day Rule/Focus and Discussion All Are Welcome!

Awesome shave set up Joe... Cella & old Spice!..A classic duo that every traditional wet shaver should try.

 

Thanks Barry! Personally, I think every shaver should experience Cella. Unfortunately, this Old Spice is not the Schulton version that I remember my dad and others used. It's the Proctor and Gamble reiteration that doesn't evoke my childhood memories of the original. However, these two brands are definitely revered by the traditional wet shaving community.

 

Thank you Joe

 

fabulous shaves and pics gents..

 

Thanks Gary! Hope you are enjoying your weekend!

 

yes sir...yourself as well.

 

Gary.

 

I have yet to try the original Old spice Shulton Version..Mine too is the Proctor and Gamble, which will alwayd be a firm favourite.

 

7th November 2021.



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Shaving Recipe For today.

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

Pre:
Cold wet flannel to my face.
Pears Transparent Bar Soap.
Brush: Yaqi 24mm Naples Tuxedo Synthetic.
Bowl Lather.
Bowl: Home Bargains Stainless Steel Side Bowl.
Lather Proraso Blue Shaving Cream.
Blade: Indian Gillette 7'oClock SP.(D2)
Razor: Parker 98r.

Post:
Cold water face wash with brush squeezings, Cold Water Face Rinse. /Homemade (~Autumn/Winter mix~) peppermint lavender, eucalyptus, + Tea Tree essential Oils Mixed Together With 200ml of Care+Witch Hazel./Nivea Men Replenishing PSB./Milton Lloyd President EdT.

Greetings,

This morning i had to rub my fingertips with a alum block inbetween each pass to stop the hefty barber pole handle of the 98r from slipping while shaving.

An acceptable 2 pass + pick ups comfortable shave with no errors to report....Finishing to the shave off with a few small squirts of Milton Lloyd President EdT to the pulse points..

My face is feeling super smooth & smelling divine.

Stay safe, and enjoy your Sunday ladies & gentlemen.

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SOTD 20211107 Rinverdire
by IschiaPP @ Forio
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Bat71 Cashmere
Olive Wood, Abalone Shell Inlay,
Yaqi SK07 aka Maggard Beige, 24x50x115mm
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Le Père Lucien Vétiver Bourbon
Savon du Barbier LE 2014 Ediciòn Especial Bomarzo64
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RazoRock Hawk V2 Green Hulk
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Sapphoo Red #55
Kai Captain Titan Mild MG ProTouch Replica
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Guerlain Vetiver
Lotion Aprés Rasage | EDT Vapo | Deo Stick
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#Shave #WetShaving #WetShavers
#ShaveOfTheDay #ShaveLikeaMan



Full size:
https://i.imgur.com/IdvN1T0.jpg
Soundtrack:
Pink Floyd - Green Is The Colour
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Welcome back Pierpaolo! Great shave, pic and post! Enjoy your afternoon!

 

It seems your humming along with the Parker 98R. I have never tried Proraso Blue, but I am positive that it lathers well. Have an awesome afternoon Barry!

 

This morning I closed out(for now)the Sir Hare soap/Stoylin Unscented A.S. combo. I was happy with the shave. The only glitch was in trying another "experiment"(with the shaving motion, not with tools). I tried an A(gainst)TG over N. Porcupine Alley. I'd seen many of you do that in videos. Sounds good, let me try it. What happened. A CUT. Must have been an angle problem. After the cut I returned to my normal routine of South-to-North along the edges and North-to-South down the middle. I'm just glad the Stoylin A.S. prevented the cut from serious bleeding. Pleased with Cactus Nation work. There again I tried A(gainst)TG a little bit, and that was better. The Stoylin Unscented A.S. gives you that nice feel of a Stoylin aftershave, without a scent. Course I prefer scented aftershaves, but at times the Unscented works just fine. Super Duper Excellent.

 

Nice shave Paul! It is good to see you try new approaches to your shaves. Unfortunately, you cut yourself and that was to be expected because you never tried that maneuver before. You even assessed the reason as to why you had the mishap. So, the next time you repeat the ATG over N Porcupine Alley or as we say, the Fool's Pass, use a shallower angle. You will be surprised at the results. I always follow this rule: First go shallow and if the blade doesn't cut the beard efficiently, then gradually increase the angle until the blade does its job properly.

 

Vib'Raz-Perfector/Falcon. Perfector plate adds gap and some additional mojo.



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Nice setup Jeff! I think we can all use a little extra mojo! Have a great day!

 

Nov 7th SOTD

Good morning gents!

VDH TTO Razor
Astra Blue Superior Stainless (2)
Semogue OC Super Badger Brush
Fine Accoutrements Italian Citrus SS (Original Formula)
Stirling Bay Rum AS
Maggard's Alum Block
Dickinson's WH
Beard Growth: 24 hrs



OK, this is my 5th shave with the VDH razor. I am halfway finished with this mini focus. I rarely use the Fine Acc. Soaps because their scents are almost non-existent. This soap came without a tin so I use it in my shave mug. It has been sitting in the mug for months so there isn't any scent off the puck. However, I will say this soap does my a yogurt, slick lather.
My shave was good. Did 2 passes and got a BBS- shave. I did get a few weeps and some irritation on the stache area. I guess a little to much pressure caused it. This was my 2nd use on this blade and I will toss it because it felt a little rough on my second pass. It also could have been a factor in getting a poor shave on the stache. Also, I want to use another brand that I knew will give me 5 shaves to finish the focus. Did my normal postshave ritual. The alum did give me some feedback. Applied the Witch hazel and ended with a nice burn from the Stirling Bay Rum Aftershave. Have a super day guys!

 

DE Shave # 366

Rating: 5 / 5

Razor: Gillette British Slim TQT (1966 - L2)
Blade: Gillette Silver Blue
Brush: Strike Gold Shave Minion 24 mm Badger
Lather: Cella Crema da Barba
Aftershave: PAA Chella Cool
Additional Care:
Nivea Cool Balm
Stirling Alum Block
Thayer’s Witch Hazel - Original

Fantastic Cella shave this morning prior to heading out to church. The badger brush with a 45 second load of soap easily whipped up a nice bowl lather. Super smooth three pass shave shave with the Gillette British Slim. I know Gary, @brit, would enjoy this one.

Razor Restoration Project Update:

Below are pictures of the razor following the use of the 320 Grit Wet/dry paper.

 

Thank you Gary

 

Excellent shave Joe. That is the first time that I have seen a Gillete British Slim. It definitely looks different. Cella is always a great choice!
The straight razor blade doesn't look bad at all. Keep us posted on the restoration.