OCT 30 Day Rule/Focus Pic & Discussion Thread

Gillette NEW LC
Vulfix Super Badger (660)
Proraso Sandalwood cream
Georgetown Scuttle G12
Aqua Velva Ice Blue

Shave #2 with the Rapira Swedish Supersteel in my New LC.
Used the scuttle today for the warmth and also to provide the best lather I could to give this blade a chance to perform better. 2 full passes: Pass 1 XTG. Pass 2: ATG. Almost a DFS at this point. A cold water rinse followed by a quite a bit of touch up trying to catch the baby. Thought I had it, but he wound up just out of reach. The Aqua Velva was mild today.

Another near BBS from the Rapira Swedish Supersteel in my New LC. At this point I'm just not feeling the love for this blade. Seems to take more work than some of my other blades without coming through with a BBS. At least it doesn't chew up my face. I've only had 1 uncomfortable shave with the blade and that was minor and caused by my continuing to chase the baby beyond reasonable limits.

Hope everyone has a wonderful Lords Day

 

Thanks, you also.

 

SOTD
October 18, 2015
Prep: Hot Shower. Axe Energizing Face Wash Boost
Razor: Mongoose B3 Dr. Bomber Handle
Blade: Feather Professional
Lather: Martin de Candre
Brush: CK Switchback 400 24mm Duro #2 Synthetic Knot
Post: Thayers Cucumber WH. Gold Bond Ultimate
Aftershave: PAA FU Fougère
Excellent shave!! The Mongoose is my favorite razor. Like that. The Switchback 400 is a sweet brush, has some weight to it. This #2 knot has backbone but is still very soft, I like it a lot. MdC. The best soap on the market.
Never let the things you WANT
Make you forget the things you HAVE

 

OCtober Focus Day 17:

Homemade PS Oil
Simpsons Commodore X3 Best Badger
TSD Lanolin Egyptian Spice
Gem Micromatic OC
Stirling Unscented PSB
Old Spice Classic AS

Today was the last day I'll use the Micromatic OC this month. It is definitely an aggressive razor, the most aggressive of all my razors, and I would honestly need to devote a full month focus to mastering it. I get decent shaves, but aways some irritation and occasionally a nick or two. The Egyptian Spice was the high light of this morning, though. Have a great Sunday!

 

10/18/2015
Razor – Gillette Red & Black New Deluxe
Blade – Feather (1)
Brush –Olivewood with TGN Finest Fan
Lather – TSD Signature Scent
Post - Witch Hazel & Captain’s Choice Bay Rum



Much better shave this morning with the New Deluxe. I got through it with no nicks, weepers or irritation. The TSD Signature Scent was great and pairs very well with CC Bay Rum. Hope everyone has a great Sunday.

 

30 day focus - Day 18
Fat Boy set to 9
Voskhod Blade
MDC Face Lathered
3 passes

The Fat boy and my technique have really been coming together over the last few days. Since changing the setting to 9, I have been getting consistent BBS shaves. Late at night I can feel my cheeks and know how well the morning's shave has gone. In fact, I am getting such nice shaves off the Fat Boy, I am seriously wondering whether I prefer the Slim Adjustable or the Fat Boy. And, using MDC makes all shaving easier.

 

Razor: Gillette Black Tip (X3) 1952
Blade: Voskhod Teflon Coated (6)
Brush: Omega 10066 Boar
Soap: TSD Iced Old Spice Type
A/S: TSD Iced Old Spice Type
Day 18
Ice on the bird bath this morning. Excellent combination of great products for a BBS shave. Hope there is some football on today.

 

Neal, have safe travels. I'm glad you are spending some time with your mom and sis. I hope everything works out OK.

 

Keep it down, she doesn't know I order from them.

 

Planned Shave Den Sunday!




1959 Gillette Fat Boy
Astra Superior Platinum
L'Occitane Plisson Synthetic
TSD ISZ Shave Stick
Alum
TSD ISZ AS Splash

Have a Super Sunday!

 

Doug, that's a great photo! Judging from your photos the last few weeks, you live in a beautiful setting. I've noticed some rich fall colors in one or two of the photos as well.

 

Clint's bike packed with shaving gear essentials.

 

Clint's bike packed with shaving gear essentials.

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Now that is funny

 

So, you're Sleepless in Seattle?

 

I know the Collection Agency will remind you but, don't forget the interest... :ahem:

Without a doubt, the New LC.

Five shaves - five flawless shaves, with two different blades (7 o'clock Blue, Voskhod).
Easy to find cutting angle, nice weight. Everything adds up to a trouble free shave with no irritation. Using a solid focus, proper technique, good support products and NO rushing - I believe this razor and blade combo can deliver BBS on every shave!

(YMMV, of course.)

As I look ahead, I'm keen to take my individual favorite from Adjustable August, SE September and OC October and spend a month with each to really work on individual technique for an extended time.

Thanks for making me slow down to consider such things my friend!
Cheers!
RT

 

Good news Herm!

I think we have another update on your wayward mongoose!

Stay tuned......

 

With all the great reports about Russian DE blades, I'm considering trying one myself this week. The brand is Перо . I'll keep you all updated.

 

October 18, 2015

Dear Brothers of the 30DC,
I broke my 30-day Focus on OCs today.

I know you all have your pet peeves with the USPS, but yesterday a miracle occurred that landed a Mongoose in my mailbox.
(sorry @Herm2502 If you think this happens to be yours, please contact the USPS or the manufacturer. I cannot be held responsible in any forum or court of law.)


But 30DC brothers, I will return to my Focus immediately on Monday, so forgive me this one moment of weakness.
(full disclosure - @RaZorBurn123 pushed me to do this NOW!)



Hot Shower
Soap: TSD Unscented
Brush: Omega 31025 Scarlatti Boar
Razor: Mongoose (Batch 3)
Blade: Feather Pro Guard
TSD Witch Hazel
Aftershave: TSD Aqua di Gio

Smooth.

I can't think of a better way to describe the experience.
I've only been traditional wetshaving for 6 months, using only vintage razors - DEs, SEs, injectors, etc. This was my first 'modern' razor. Everyone talks about the weight, so I knew to expect it. The head is unique and I used advice from @clint64 to approach the angle like an injector. Also used his advice for well-hydrated lather.

It all fell neatly together - a smooth
stroke - a razor this heavy demands no pressure. It seems to let you know that your hand is just there to guide it and set the angle,
angle - finding it is about like using an injector - you start with its angled face against yours and tip the handle from there as needed,
glide - as advised, I had no issue using a slightly thinner lather than I usual use and had no glide/cushion issues at all.

With a two-day growth, I chose a three-pass shave.
I think I could have just used two passes (XTG/ATG) but I wanted to extend the shave and get more feel for the razor.

The result was as good or better than any first shave with any other razor I've used. Of all the razors I've used, the Gillette New LC is as close as I've come to a favorite razor. The handful of shaves I've had with it have been near flawless. The Mongoose, after one shave, demands its place alongside the New and a lot more time from me to realize it's full potential. I intend to do a 30-Day Focus on it in November.

Smooth - the design, the process, the shave and my face!

Play Ball!
RT

 

Great looking razor. Good review.