Thank you Joe

Excellent shave this morning Gary.

Thank you Jeff. Nope I am still a young pup at 62 although that changes next week.

Very nice Joe. I like your version of the blowfish.

Thanks Joe! Lol!

Nothing like a fabulous Deja vù shave Paul.

Another fine Japanese straight shave Jeff.

Well, there were more good signs than bad. That Agadir sure smells great..

thank you Joe.

Fabulous shave, Gary! Is that a ‘Crat?

Young pup! Don’t rush, it’s not a goal to seek’.

Thanks, Joe!

Jan 21 SOTN


Good Evening!



Straight Shave #338
15/16 Wostenholm (Wosty) near wedge
JR # 386 Silvertip Badger Brush
Razorock XX SS
Stirling LE Blood on Steel 2019 AS
Maggard's Alum Block
Dickinson's Witch Hazel
Beard Growth: 32 hrs

I decided to pick out my #1 brush to whip up the lather. Silvertip are really soft and are quite challenging to face lather because they are lather hogs. I frothed the soap to use the bloom water as the preshave. This brush really made a creamy, slick lather. This soap gives a great lather. Although it has a pleasant scent, it is very mild so that you can pair it with any aftershave.

It's been awhile since I picked up this razor. @JACarbone Joe has been asking me to bring it out. So, here it is Joe! This one's for you. This razor mowed down my stubble like a hole punch going through a sheet of paper. I could have called it quits after 1 pass. However, 2.5 passes gave me an error-free smooth, comfortable shave. This razor is quite forgiving because of the heavier grind. It is an easier straight razor to shave your face because there is little edge flex compared to a full hollow grind. However, I have to account for the thickness of the blade so that I have to drop the edge on my skin more so to get the right shave angle.

The postshave was fine. Had some stinging on my neck from the alum. After the witch hazel treatment, I applied that wonderful aftershave made especially for the 2019 30 DC meetup in St. Louis. I didn't attend, but was able to get the bundle. It was renamed Tsuka, but it has been discontinued. It is a cologne scent and it smells great. If Stirling makes it again, then I recommend it.
Have a great night guys!

Great pic and shaving setup Eric! I like the 1890's barbershop store design on the shaving mug. It's a nice touch!

Well there she is. Fabulous Wosty shave Joe. Yes, I missed our on picking up the Tuska. Oh well!

Just plain wonderful Eric. No if and or buts about it.

Thanks Joe. It really is my easiest straight to do a shave.

22nd 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: Omega 11047 Mixed Midget.
Face Lather.
Lather: Ach Brito Mogno Shaving Soap.
Blade: Treet Black Carbon. (D1)
Razor: Parker 24c.

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 Whitewater ASL./Nivea Men Fresh Moisturising Gel.

Greetings,

A new eclectic shave set up to start the weekend... Carrying on with the black carbon blade, another great blade from the Treet camp that i have infrequently used.
It's been a while since i last used the parker 24C which paired together with the Treet black carbon blade very nicely with no issues making a smooth non-aggressive combo.
The 24c is my least aggressive OC razor in my den but like all my parker razors it still gives an efficient shave when you apply a steeper shaving angle.

A 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 Moisturising Gel on it's maiden outing.

My face is feeling smooth & smelling divine.

Stay safe, and enjoy the start of the weekend ladies & gentlemen.

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Another very nice shave. I enjoy reading about the interesting combinations of software used in your daily shaves Barry. Enjoy your weekend.