SoS: May 25, 2015 - May 31, 2015

I really like it, I can still smell it 4hrs after applying.

 

Well last night I finally did it. I got a ccs from my wilkinson sword classic razor. I had not had much success with this razor (I had only used it 5-6 times) either getting a close shave or a comfortable shave. Last night I slowed down really paid attention to finding the best blade angle and was rewarded with a close comfortable shave. The sweet spot with this razor seems narrow but once you're in it you can get a good shave. I'm pleased to get a nice shave from this razor (despite it being a cheapie I really like the way it looks).

Last night's set up was
-wilkinson sword classic razor.
-shark super stainless (2)
-omega 10049 boar brush
-arko shave stick
-alum
-gabel's lilac aftershave
-aveeno fragrance free aftershave lotion.

I'm new to using the alum and I doubt I'll use it often. For me it just doesn't seem to add to the shave experience. All in all last night was a good shave.

 

THURzDAY
Final day of seven consecutive using the Henckel...another great shave. Not sure what razor to use tomorrow Super slick tallow & shea 'mystery' test soap.
Have a great ThurZday, gents!

 

Primo, which is your favorite Floid Aftershave.

 

Gem Junior razor
CVS carbon steel blade
Dr. Selby 3X SC
FS Finest brush
Osage Rub/Witch Hazel/Sage mix
Barbasol Brisk A/S

Mighty fine Thursday shave and ready to go

 

4 Day Growth Shave and sunburned face but managed to get face BBS without irritation or pain and 2 weepers. Neck = CCS with no weepers. I read that shaving with a sunburn is risky, but at 4 days growth, I needed to beat back the whiskers a bit. I was only gonna shave WTG and then XTG, but those shaves went so smooth that I felt I could shave ATG on my face. I didn't have any burning or irritation issues. If my face had been more red in the cheek areas like I am around eyes and forehead, then I'd have waited. The post shave with Thayers Witch Hazel and some Cocoa Butter lotion was very nice!! I only used a small amount of Stetson Original on my cheeks and neck. There wasn't any major stinging or burning.

Pre: hot shower

Soap: TSD Frankincense & Myrrh (lanolin) - this stuff lathers great!

Razor: R89 with Gillette Silver Blue blade (x3 shave)

Post: Thayer's Lavender Witch Hazel, Vaseline Cocoa Butter lotion, Stetson Original

Cologne: Aqua Di Gio

 

Mark,
Good question, I only own the Blue and the Vigoroso, if you had asked me before I used Floïd Blue for 30 consecutive shaves, I would have chosen it; but I got a bit burned out on the scent, which, to my nose reminds me of Aqua Velva. (I always catch flack when I make that statement) Today's Vigoroso was refreshingly different. It's like powdery menthol. Today--it's my favorite. I wish I could help you out with more information. Both are great!

 

Kerry- hope your head feels better soon! Ahh the joys of springtime!

 

I want that le pere Lucien. But it's out of stock in the European store I know. I hear it's good!

 

Thursday's Shave



Prep: Hot shower w/ Grandpa's Pine Tar
Lather: Kiss My Face Lavender
Brush: Omega 13522
Razor: '46-'50 Gillette Tech
Blade: Ladas
Post: Witch Hazel, Nivea Sensitive Balm
Scent: Tommy Bahama Very Cool

Good 2 pass WTG & XTG shave. Was in a bit of a hurry so I grabbed the KMF but made time for 2 passes.

 

pre: Palmer's oil
soap: Route 66 Bay Rum
brush: TGN synthetic in custom handle
razor: Stahly head on MR6 handle
blade: Astra SP
post: DIY balm (HolyRollah's recipe - check sig)

Today was another adventure in Maggard MR6 greatness. I went back to the standard Maggard head yesterday for a shave so smooth that, had I skipped today altogether, I still could have passed military inspection "back in the day" (but not my personal BBS standard of today!). This morning I had to test just the handle, because I think it is a doozy!

To test the MR6 handle, I decided to pair it with the Stahly head. My Stahly head originally came with a defunt "live blade" jiggling handle (which I tossed). I think I only used the Stahly on a cheap Mercurry handle. I thought the Stahly head a nice shave, but a wee bit too mild to be more than a novelty shave for me. Adding the MR6 handle gave the Stahly head new life. Though still mild, I achieved almost BBS on the first pass — which I comfortably turned into ATG after the first stroke or two! (Yesterday's shave was just that good.)

I applied a second lather, but it was really just for touchups. Maybe this relaxed touchup was why I missed a teensy spot that I didn't discover until applying my version of Kevin's DIY AS balm (check sig). <sigh> Removed it dry with my Schick J1 then retouched that spot with balm. Really good shave!

I am still reluctant to join you handle swappers. I think this hobby is robbing me of good sense as it is (and I have none to spare!). I am not sure I have the energy to add another dimension to my shaving regimen!

But that MR6 handle sure is a game changer... DANG IT!

 

Thanks Chris

 

Hope you get over that soon!

 

I have seen a couple on the B/S/T pages. Put a feeler out. You never know. (it is nice...)

 

Prep - Shower / Woods Of Windsor Cedar Woods soap / Pre-lather / 3 min steam
Razor - Ever Ready 1912
Blade - GEM Personna SS (#3)
Brush - Omega 20106
Soap - Nanny's Ice and A Slice
After - Freezer Towel / Alum
Result - BBS

I'm very open-minded, but I refuse to believe I could get a better shave than that which I've just recieved. My fave is ridiculously smooth and with not even a hint of skin conditions such as razor burn. When I use any DE, I often catch a skin tag on my moustache area, causing much bleeding. It just won't happen with SE, perhaps that's down to the stiffer nature of the blade.

 

BST? I'm on a no buy and have actually 3 rose products =P so its okey, but thanks for the tip =)

 

SOTD
MAY 28th​

1.Mühle cream
2.Semogue 1305
3.Personna blade /5th and last use
4. Myrso antesol
5. cold water splash+ alum
6. Myrsol emulsion
7. PAA 2-piece razor

 

Congratulations on your self-imposed austerity program. That was me last month.

 

Thanks!

 

Brush Focus: Day 28/30
Brush: Fendrihan Silvertip Badger 22/49
Gillette - K-4 (1965) Slim Adjustable. (5).
Gillette Platinum Blade (7)
Soap: Saint Charles Shave Pumpkin
A/S: Saint Charles Shave Pumpkin
Old Spice Coffee Mug.(soak brush)
The Fendrihan Silvertip is an outstanding brush. Ever though it is Silvertip it has a good backbone and is not floppy at all. Loads lots of lather and is a real good feel on my face. One of my best brushes and a good height for a Silvertip Badger (49mm). The soap is pretty good (like the wooden bowl)and a little different, and the same applies for the A/S. I'll change razors and blades tomorrow along with soap and A/S. This brush is diffidently in the top 5 I'm sure.