April 2016 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix&Discussion Thread

I saw this coming. It always starts with one hit of M-Bomb. So sad!

 

Menthol cough drops

 

Insidious.

 

Word.

 

Hahahaha, that is awesome, I love it!

 

Perhaps a new avatar for you

 

Done!

 

Looking good

 

I didn't take it as a slight. The DMZ in Vietnam was a heck of a place also. There has been turnaround in attitude since the return of the American Armed Forces from Vietnam in the 60's.

 

04/28/2016
AlumiGoose with Hempel Ti
Feather Pro (6)
Elite Razor “Tres Amigos” Ironwood Beehive with Envy White
Tiki Cabernet Neroli
Witch Hazel
Myrsol F/Extra
Whipped Shea Butter


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Since I had the time this morning, I decided to go with a full 3 pass shave. By paying close attention to my trouble spots during the 3 passes I was able to avoid most of the usual touch ups. The shave was very smooth and I will say it is one of my rare working morning BBS shaves. Finished up with a splash of Myrsol F/Extra. I hope everyone has a great Thursday.

 

SOTD April 28, 2016
Russian blades focus

Prep: Warm shower
Blade: Astra Superior Stainless
Razor: Maggard MR1 handle with V2 open comb
Brush: Maple handle badger
Lather: Arko
Post: Witch hazel splash enhanced with Pinaud Citrus Musk, Nivea sensitive balm
WTG, touch-up



Good shave again with Arko. Today's touch-up lather was much better compared to the previous days. I think the badger brush works better with Arko than the boar brush I was using, mainly due to Arko being a thirsty soap and needing good amounts of water.

I went with Astra SS today. I wasn't too thrilled about them the last time I tried it, but today's use was good. It felt smooth and sharp. I think my technique has probably improved to where some blades that weren't previous favorites should get a second try. This was one of them and I'm glad I tried it again.

One big pass with generous touch-ups and I'm ready for the day. I wish you all a good one!

 

Excellent picture @clint64. Have a good day.

 

Straights Focus April 28:

Stirling Synthetic Brush
Cella
Schick Adjustable
Stirling Unscented PSB
Clubman Vanilla AS

First shave back in town after a little mini vacation to San Antonio. I was too tired this morning, so I slept in a bit and pulled out the Schick Adjustable, which I had been using on my trip. It was definitely a quick and easy shave. I'll pick up a straight before the end of the month. I have lots of catch up to do on the thread. Have a great day.

 

Thank you Doug. I am just happy that it is Thursday and the week is just about over. Looking forward to the weekend. I hope you have a great day.

 

@RaZorBurn123 I was looking through some posts from earlier this month where you were using Fine American Blend soap. Then I recalled you shelved it? Was it underwhelming for you, or not work for you? My interest was piqued from the thread discussing barbershop scents that's going on right now. I love American Blend after shave!

 

Soap Focus
I'm trying to make sure all of my soaps make it into the focus this month. I am going to finish the month with this razor as I am getting fantastic shaves with it.
Next month is a straight focus so I might as well get some dolphin smooth shaves in as it might be a while before I see that again
Mystic Waters Lime
Doug Korn synthetic brush
Stahly head on Weber Bulldog handle
Feather blade (2)
Alum
Thayers Witch Hazel
Florida Water AS
Have fun!

 

Razor : Gillette New LC
Blade: Voskhod (7) and still cruising along nicely.
Brush: Razorock 24mm Finest Badger
Soap: MWF
Post Shave: Maggard Alum Block
Aftershave: Brut



Rushed shave today but I got away BBS with no nicks or cuts. Got called in on my day off as one of the guys at work thought it would be fun to lob off a finger on my day off... Closing tonight so wont be on much here. This may be my last shave for April as I am working doubles the next few days so will be spending my off time sleeping. My CJB pain stick should be here Saturday and before you know it MAYhem will be here... bring on the pain!!!

 

Aw shuuuucks...thank you Doug

 

Razor: Bunny V3
Blade: Schick Injector (3)
Brush: "Tres Amigos" Desert Ironwood w/Envy White
Soap: Captain's Sandalwood
A/S: Captain's Choice Sandalwood

I have been using the, "Notso" comb on the Bunny V3, so today I used the "Mild" comb. Very little difference, but it is a little milder.