30 Day Rule/Focus; July 2024. All Are Welcome!

They just couldn't afford to keep feeding me. Good to be back.

 

July 7 SOTE Headshave

Good evening.

Schick I-1
Pella Injector Blade (6)
Rockwell Synthetic Brush
Captain's Choice North SS and AS
Stirling Alum Block
Personal Care Witch Hazel
Dome Turf: 2 days



Yes, this is my second shave of the day, but it's a headshave.
Went with this setup because it's easy-to-use. Did 3 passes plus touchups for a cueball result. Did get a weep on my right temple, but not a big deal.
Captain's Choice always performs well. Here's my lather:



Didn't have any alum feedback. Splashed on the witch hazel and the aftershave to end this session.

 

Thanks Gary.

 

Thank you,Gary.

Thank you, Joe.

 

8 July 2024

1 day growth, still smooth from yesterday, decided to shave anyway

Hot water prep, T&H No 10 preshave, T&H Sandalwood

1958 D3 Gillette TV special, Permasharp (2), Chubby 2
ASL Old Spice
Santal Spirit EdT
2 passes with touch ups, adapting to the milder razor, bit more pressure ATG around left corner of mouth than needed, minor weeper, taken care of with cold water

Fine little shaver and fine shave indeed

Might take the Permasharp to day 3 and see what happens

Hope you all had a great Monday

 

Thanks Gary

Great setup Gary, interesting colour, marble pink?

Thanks Joe

The first of several, I have some catching to do... Hiya Neal

Thanks Joe, good info there
In that case methinks Neal is being modest about his fuzzy memory!

 

Great start to the week Chris. I found Permasharps to be sharp and smooth.

 

For Menthol Monday(yes, the Proraso Refreshing qualifies), I had a rough beginning which turned out fine in the end. A minute at the Loading Dock, although that may be a little too long with the small Proraso tub).The spreading of the soap could have been done a little better, I think. That's what I blame my 4 Knicks on(2 each at North and South Porcupine). No issues elsewhere. I'll try to get more soap off the brush and onto my face tomorrow. 2 passes. Better with the second. The aftershave(Proraso Refreshing)felt nice and well-done It helped knock off the Knicks(along with the cold-water rinse). . One Man Show cologne to finish. Pretty Outstanding. I look forward to doing better tomorrow with same(course a different brush).

 

thank you Chris.could be,looks gray to me,must be the light..this is the aluminum version of the #24.the brass/nickel version got the same case with a blue bottom section.

 

-Menthol-Monday-
canadian new sc
omega
stirling



good morning gents
first glacial shave of the season
lovely cold lemon lather built with the omega boar
smooth 2 passer with the canadian new SC.
matching cold splash to finish
awesome.
had this set well over 6 years,still working as they should.
have a great monday everyone.
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That's probably how long mine will last, too.....ditto with the one I just odered(Glacial Iceberg Island).

 

Cool chill shave Gary.

 

thank you Joe.

 

July 8 SOTE

Good evening.

1955 Gillette RedTip
Wilkinson Sword DE Blade (2)
MrEE LE #10 Cashmere Brush
Barbus Sport Original SC
Pinaud-Clubman Classic AS (not pictured)
Stirling Alum Block
Personal Care Witch Hazel
Beard Growth: 29 hrs



I wanted a nice easy shave this evening so I chose my Gillette RedTip and the Barbus Shave Cream to tackle my stubble. I must say this razor does a great job mowing down my beard. Moreover, I have to say that the Gillette Wilkinson Sword blades produced in India is my favorite Blade. It is smooth and sharp just the way I like it.
Barbus Sport Shave Cream is a great performer. It readily produces a rich, slick and creamy lather. I used a smooth bowl without raised bumps or lines and still made a great lather. This cream can take water, but if you add a little too much, then you need to tamp down and flatten the lather to get rid of the air bubbles. It may take another 2 minutes if need be.. Here's my lather:



Did 3 error-free passes for a very smooth result. Did get some alum feedback on my neck, but that was ok. Splashed on the witch hazel to calm my skin and followed with the Pinaud-Clubman Classic aftershave. Sorry about not including it in the pic, but stuff happens. Take care.

 

Unfortunately not all that modest. However, it's beginning to come back to me. I have several ideas currently working their way through my brain on how to un-fuzz things.

 

awesome red tip shave Joe.love the barbus..

 

Thanks Gary. Barbus is definitely a keeper.

 

7th July 2024.



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Shaving Recipe for today.

Prep: Warm shower:/Cien Moisture Shower Gel.

Pre:
Cold wet flannel to my face & head.
Cien PURE Fragrance Free Sensitive Bar Soap.
Brush: Fine 24mm Synthetic.
Bowl Lather.
Bowl: Tesco's Ceramic 'Cosmo' Side Bowl.
Lather: Palmolive Classic shave cream.
Blade: Feather Hi Stainless. (D3)
Razor: 1970's Gillette Aluminum Handle Tech S4. (ENG)

Post:
Cold Water Face & Head Rinse./Cold water face & Head wash with brush squeezing's,/Alum Rub./Cold Water Rinse./Homemade (~Spring/Summer mix~) Lemon, Eucalyptus, Tea Tree, Essential Oils, 5 Menthol Crystals Mixed Together With Care+Witch Hazel./Brut Splash-On Lotion./Bulldog Original Moisturiser.

Greetings,

Early morning shave,

(Face & Head Shave.)

A relaxing combined face & head shave to start my working day off with a high.

The Feather/Tech duo continues to be very impressive on it's third outing cutting through my face & head stubble with effortless ease.

Finishing the shave off with a few small dollops of Bulldog Original Moisturiser.

My face & precious swede are feeling smooth & smelling divine.

Keep safe, and enjoy your day ladies & gentlemen.

 

Yes I agree, one of my better liked blades

Sorry Gary, I was referring to the box, described as marble pink, I think. Can't find it on Mr Razor

Lovely