OCT 30 Day Rule/Focus Pic & Discussion Thread

Discussion in 'Shave School' started by Bama Samurai, Sep 30, 2015.

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Since it is autumn, how do you feel about menthol?

Poll closed Oct 30, 2015.

  1. I'll have a double of Osage and a TSD ISZ chaser!

    21 vote(s)
    36.2%

  2. I like a little, but not too cold. Fun once in a while!

    19 vote(s)
    32.8%

  3. I don't care for menthol, you guys are nuts!

    4 vote(s)
    6.9%

  4. I have not yet tried a menthol shave product.

    4 vote(s)
    6.9%

  5. I'm new, but the pedantic Bama Samurai says no heavy menthol until I master technique!

    4 vote(s)
    6.9%

  6. I am just here for the cookies!

    6 vote(s)
    10.3%
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  1. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    I am praying for your mother. Hope it gets better.
     
    Norcalnewb, Oct 24, 2015
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  2. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

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    wristwatchb, Oct 24, 2015
    #2042
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  3. Douglas Carey

    Douglas Carey Wildman

    Saw them in 1966 at Whiskey a go go, 77 Sunset Strip. Good tune. Thanks for the memories. :)
     
    Douglas Carey, Oct 24, 2015
    #2043
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  4. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    Prayers for you and your family, Adam! Hang in there! :)
     
    wristwatchb, Oct 24, 2015
    #2044
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  5. Bama Samurai

    Bama Samurai with Laser-like Focus

    The LC found you! Nice!
     
    Bama Samurai, Oct 24, 2015
    #2045
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  6. Bama Samurai

    Bama Samurai with Laser-like Focus

    Hang in there buddy! I pray it all calms down soon.
     
    Bama Samurai, Oct 24, 2015
    #2046
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  7. Bama Samurai

    Bama Samurai with Laser-like Focus


    Day 24 - October 2015

    30 Days with a Gillette Fat Boy

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    Took a Crystal blade out for a spin with the La Toja. Yesterday's shave actually left my skin a bit irritated, so I backed off to 8 and went for it with more care than normal. I found the blade to be sharp and smooth, and coupled with the La Toja, made for the usual 2pass automatic smoothness. I am puppy exhausted and relieved Bama held on today. Other than that...all is quiet in Colorado.
    Have a wonderful Sunday!
    :)    ​
     
    Last edited: Oct 24, 2015
    Bama Samurai, Oct 24, 2015
    #2047
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  8. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    It was a nail biter for sure.
     
    clint64, Oct 24, 2015
    #2048
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  9. DDuckyMark

    DDuckyMark Ducky Duck and the Hiding Bunch

    Too much going on so I haven't shaved in a few days. I'm going to get ready for Halloween with the kids and do a head shave a few times before the day. No hair makes for easier grease paint application. The 3 kids I get to trick or treat with are going as a scary killer clown, the ghost face killer from scream, and captain America. They decided I would go as a demon warrior and their mom would be a pirate. About to clip off my hair and do my first whole head shave in 5 years. Wish me luck.
     
    DDuckyMark, Oct 24, 2015
    #2049
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  10. Bama Samurai

    Bama Samurai with Laser-like Focus

    I was sure we were going to lose. Luckily though, Bama is still in it with a comeback.
     
    Bama Samurai, Oct 24, 2015
    #2050
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  11. Keithmax

    Keithmax Breeds Pet Rocks

    Adam, best wishes for your mother and speedy return to health.
     
    Keithmax, Oct 24, 2015
    #2051
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  12. Keithmax

    Keithmax Breeds Pet Rocks

    October 25 Focus Shave 16

    I have an early rendezvous today so almost went with a DE shave instead of a straight razor shave.

    The first two passes were smooth but on the fourth I felt a little irritation. Went ahead with the fourth pass as I need a close shave today and did have a DE loaded and at the ready. Got a little farther on the fourth pass so I was hopping for close shave. I had a small nick on the third pass but by the end of the shave it was not bleeding. Applied the alum and yes there was some stinging, but alas finally a BBS shave with a straight, the first one.

    Irritation B+, closeness A.

    Homemade pre-shave
    Simpson Polo 8 Super silver tip
    Castle Forbes Lavender / AoS tallow
    Woodhead Scuttle
    Hart Steel 7/8 French Point
    SRD strop
    Lucky Tiger AS
    Castle Forbes Lavender ASB
    Frederic Malle Musc Ravageur
     
    Keithmax, Oct 24, 2015
    #2052
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  13. Drygulch

    Drygulch Snowballs

    Congrats on the BBS with a straight!
     
    Drygulch, Oct 24, 2015
    #2053
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  14. Drygulch

    Drygulch Snowballs

    Just want to say thanks for the positive thoughts and prayers. It means a lot.
     
    Drygulch, Oct 24, 2015
    #2054
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  15. Bama Samurai

    Bama Samurai with Laser-like Focus

    Congrats on catching the baby!
     
    Bama Samurai, Oct 24, 2015
    #2055
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  16. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    :happy096: It's quite an accomplishment to get a BBS shave with a straight razor! Congratulations!
     
    wristwatchb, Oct 24, 2015
    #2056
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  17. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    :eatdrink047: Congrats on the BBS with a SR. That's impressive.
     
    clint64, Oct 24, 2015
    #2057
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  18. Drygulch

    Drygulch Snowballs

    Still working out what I am going to do for November. Not going to do a solid rule, but I think one of my razors will be the one I used today, and one will be a CJB with a Kai blade. We can bleed together right? Will also have a bit of DE in there for some travel.
     
    Drygulch, Oct 24, 2015
    #2058
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  19. Bama Samurai

    Bama Samurai with Laser-like Focus

    Hmmmm..... Focus on bleeding? Where's Neal?
     
    Bama Samurai, Oct 24, 2015
    #2059
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  20. Herm2502

    Herm2502 off to elf practice

    I told Chris that I'm doing a New Razor November. Not the Gillette NEW, but several razors that are "new to me". I've already got lined up a 1937 Sheraton, a Schick Adjustable, a Star DE, a Treet SE, and a late 40's Super Speed.

    PS - my prayers are with you and your family.
     
    Herm2502, Oct 24, 2015
    #2060
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