I would say it may have been user error. The razor had a more noticeable blade feel throughout the shave for whatever reason this morning. Perhaps I had become accustomed to the blade feel of the previous blade with it’s slightly diminished sharpness from 10 shaves. I must not have taken that into account when I did the first pass.
Second and third passes where fine because I was more aware of it.

Wonderful shave with your Minimight of a razor Jeff

Thanks Joe...and I was thinking, I must give credence to the Dial Bodywash 4 Men....sets things up in good form,.

Like the Grinch, in your wonderful avatar?

Wardonia subs for the Shake Sharp and as expected does well. Close in efficiency, not quite as easy going.

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January Detour Shave #2

Razor: Haircut & Shave P076 316 DC
Blade: Nacet
Brush: Omega 10077 boar
Soap: Wholly Kaw Valentynka
A/S: Wholly Kaw Vor V

Tonight I tried the Valentynka soap .To my daughter it reminds her of Ariana Grande. One son described it as "the lobby of a fancy hotel with marble floors and gold gilded columns." That's about as accurate as I can come up with. It has a floral note, and is a sublime well-blended scent.

Tonight I used only the standard bar side of the razor and only shaved the face. Very smooth performer. I was really done in two passes; third pass to touch up and luxuriate in the soap. Effortless BBS tonight with no weepers or irritation.

Great evening shave Eric! The Gillette Nacets are supposed to be sharp and smooth. Your description of the soap scent sounds elegant and masculine.

Fabulous shave kit, Danny!

Understood, Joe, but there’s a reason the Swedes prefer 4/8 straights, they’re nimble, and the hardness of the Sandvik steel in the blades can’t be beat! They really hold an edge. To each his own! I don’t see myself shaving with those meat cleavers/shave hatchets you prefer! You should chat with Hans (@lottenhem)!

Awesome Gem shave, Joe!

Jan 10 SOTD

Good evening!

Straight Shave #330
ArtRazor 1000 [19)
Catie's Bubbles Tuxedo Brush
Stirling Frankincense and Myrrh SS and AS Maggard's Alum Block
Dickinson's Witch Hazel
Beard Growth: 30 hrs



I decided to have a relaxing shave this evening with Artie. Stirling Frankincense and Myrrh is not my favorite scent. It's an earthy scent that is just ok. I prefer brighter scents. Anyway, I whipped up a nice, luxurious, creamy, slick lather and I have got to say it looked great on my face. Lol! The shave went very well. I achieved a near BBS with 2.5 passes and no drama whatsoever.
Did my usual postshave of applying the alum, witch hazel, and matching aftershave.I had some feedback from the alum and aftershave, but I am OK with it. Have a good night.

Hydro-magics are great injectors! I used to shaved with it pretty regularly until my Supply arrived. My favorite vintage injector is my Type E. I, being a straight shaver and really like blade feel. The E Type delivers in spades for me. Fabulous headshaver!

Thanks, Jim, you’re right!

Great shave kit, Joe! Glad it went well!

I have communicated with Hans on the What Straight Razor Did You Use Today thread and he is got a nice collection of straights. When I shave with my 5/8 straights they seem like I am shaving without a razor because they are light. I am not complaining, but a 4/8 would just be like a shaving prop to me. Besides, I don't want to keep rinsing and wiping off the blade more than I need to do so. It's a different strokes for different folks kind of thing..

I agree with you on all points Jeff.

Thanks Jeff.

Thanks, Joe! I really like Swedish 4/8 razors after being introduced to them by a Swedish shave brother, Hans (@lottenhem), who hangs out on the Straight Razor thread. That Swedish Sandvik steel is quite hard and allows for the crafting of amazing edges. Hans introduced me to many of the major brands. He has a nice collection. He recently acquired a Genco, and is quite pleased with it. So you have something in common. Enjoy your shaves, my friend!

Fabulous shave kit, Jeff! Are you in Southeast Asia or have you returned? I was there half a century ago, and have no interest in retuning, although I did develop a love for Vietnamese food. Love Bunh with pork and a good fish sauce. Enjoy your shaves!

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11th January 2022.



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Shaving recipe for today.

Prep: Warm shower:/Asda Sea Salt & Fennel Extract 2 in1 Shower Gel.

Pre:
Cold wet flannel to my face.
Pears Transparent Bar Soap with Mint Extracts.
Brush: Vie-Long Horsehair.
Face Lather.
Lather: Vie-Long Shave Stick.
Blade: Treet Classic. ( D3)
Razor: Parker 89r.

Post:
Cold water face wash with brush squeezing's, Cold Water Face Rinse. /Homemade (~Autumn/Winter mix~) peppermint lavender, eucalyptus, + Tea Tree essential Oils Mixed Together With 200ml of Care+Witch Hazel./P&G Old Spice Original ASL./Nivea Men Fresh Kick ASB.

Greetings,

Early morning shave,

The Treet classic blade continued to perform with smooth efficiency on it's 3rd outing. Paired together with the assertive parker 89r it mowed through my stubble with effortless ease.

The star of the shave was the Vie-Long Shave Stick which provided a slick protective lather for the full shave without re-apply during the shave. It's fragrance paired together wonderfully with the Old Spice Original ASL. Great stuff.

Another enjoyable 2 pass + pick ups close comfortable shave with no errors to report...Finishing the shave off with a small dollop of Nivea Men Fresh Kick ASB.

My face is feeling smooth & smelling divine.

Keep safe, and enjoy your day ladies & gentlemen.