I think you hit the nail on the head. I definitely have found myself using the painting technique much more with this brush than a circular motion that was more common with the boar. I can still get a decent coat of lather from it, but definitely with more painting strokes. I like the massaging feel that I get from the circular strokes with the stiffer boar and miss it by having to use it like a paint brush.

You can try wrapping a rubber band around the knot just above the handle. This will effectively shorten the loft and improve the backbone a little.

Never thought about that. I will give it a go for my next shave! Thanks for the suggestion!

Thank you wife thinks I'm a little crazy though when she sees me taking pictures of my shaving gear ...

We've all been given that look before.

Within the last 24 hours

I get in trouble if I don't put the towel back. The only spot in the bathroom to take a picture with a 0% chance of catching a mirror and a reflection that no one wants to see is right under the hand towel. So I flip the towel out of the way so I can get a good picture.

15 minutes..

I've been wet shaving for a little over 3 years now and I still hear comments from my wife and daughter about shaving. Embrace it. They have awesome buying power.

I think that model brush might be the only thing I am currently pondering purchasing.

and so it begins....

Oh no...I am over all AD. I only own a 48 and a Plisson. I would like a synthetic with a bigger handle, but haven't bought any gear for myself other than consumables, and have PIF'd 6 razors and some accessories so far this year. I am on the minimalist quest..Love it if PIF it...I use a razor for a month, and if I don't love it...it gets PIFd.

Absolutely. I believe you. Never doubted for a second.
Seriosuly, I'm with you. I enjoy the few things that give me the greatest satisfaction.

Chris, I like it a lot. You can buy a blank collar and add a knot of your liking if you have the need to. The Switchback 400 is well made and a lot cheaper than a Rubberset 400.
I'm slowly going away from having so much inventory, every time my youngest son comes over (3 times a week) I'm giving him gear.

23 November 2015

Day 23 - No Variation November!



Utopia 3-piece
Gillette Silver Blue (1)
L'Occitane Plisson Synthetic
Proraso Red
Alum
Osage Rub (face and scalp)​

Finally changed out the blade, didn't have to, but did. Turns out a day one GSB is both way sharper and more harsh than a day 22 GSB. That being said, the sharp blade and the Proraso made quick work of it for a two pass near-BBS with zero irritation. Alum was quiet, Osage was Osage. I am proud to say I have no official responsibilities until Monday and plan on a relaxing holiday weekend. Other than that...all is quiet in Colorado.​

Have a terrific Tuesday!
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It will be the next brush I buy.

You mean that a 22 day old GSB actually shaves worse than a brand new one? What happened to quality control? Who designed that dog of a blade? I mean, seriously?!?!?! In only 22 days it performs worse? Terrible job by the St. Pete boys on THAT one.

With only a few days left in the month I thought you would have finished out on the same blade.

NOVember - NO Variation

November 23

Razor - Feather SS AC Pain Stick
Blade - (4)
Soap - Mitchell's Wool Fat
Post - Cold Water, Alum, Nivea

Monday Monday. Yep, it's that day. Still can't complain when it starts with BoSFat and the Feather SS is in a good mood. Did a two pass today without incident and decided to try a third. I haven't done much ATG with this razor so tried some on my face and neck. Worked better on my neck but I didn't leave any bloody mess anywhere. Did increase the irritation factor by several notches and the alum was happy to prove that for me. Nivea cooled it off and it was out the door to a great late fall day in the Lou. Lots of sun and about 60 degrees. Now, Monday's out of the way so let's move on!

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Me too, but 23 was good enough. I feel like 30 is possible!