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Rule or Focus this month?

  1. Rule! It's all about solid technique!

    7 vote(s)
    21.9%
  2. Focus on soaps/creams

    6 vote(s)
    18.8%
  3. Focus on blades

    6 vote(s)
    18.8%
  4. Focus on a razor or razors

    11 vote(s)
    34.4%
  5. Focus on brushes

    5 vote(s)
    15.6%
  6. Cleaning house baby - stuff's gonna PIF!

    2 vote(s)
    6.3%
  7. Shenanigans

    9 vote(s)
    28.1%
  8. Focus? On cookies!

    9 vote(s)
    28.1%
Multiple votes are allowed.
  1. Too funny!
    As luck would have it, Neal's girlfriend is coming back to St. Louis on the same flight and has offered to carry the razor for me. All of this for a bottle of the Veg and a pack of Kool's. What a deal
  2. Yeah, but somebody's got to scan that bag before they load it. It might pass muster, but it will cause some confusion.
    wristwatchb, RyX, clint64 and 2 others like this.
  3. I will have a straight razor packed next to it for the other shaves next week. This could be fun.
    RyX, Keithmax, wristwatchb and 3 others like this.
  4. They will probably put you on a watch list of people who should be denied access to any prison visiting area. You'll be forever known as Brian "The Shiv" Chick.
    wristwatchb, RyX, Keithmax and 3 others like this.
  5. That has a nice ring to it.
    wristwatchb, RyX, Keithmax and 3 others like this.
  6. Shortened down to Chick the Shiv and on the list next to Mac the Knife and Machine Gun Kelly...
  7. March 11, 2017​
    Mongoose B2 with Triad Ti​
    Feather Pro Super (7)​
    Chubby 2 Synthetic​
    Route 66 Lumberjack​
    Fine Platinum​
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    I have enjoyed this lineup for the week everything just clicked and worked well together. I like the scent of lumberjack. The fruity top notes over a woody base seem to change just a little with each use. I decided to take my time and enjoy a relaxed Saturday morning 3 pass shave. After minimal touch ups on the neck I managed to catch the baby. Better yet no irritation, nicks or weepers. I finished off with a splash of Fine Platinum. I hope everyone has a great Saturday.
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  8. Wonderful black and white photo, Clint. Very nice composition, and the reflection is terrific!
  9. Razor: Trac II
    Blade: Col. Conk Trac II (1)
    Brush: Brass handle w/ Black Badger?
    Soap: Captain's Choice Sandalwood
    Aftershave: Captain's Choice Sandalwood

    Now for something completely different. :) Picked up this razor and brush in a wooden box for $13.00. I don't know anything about them, but if I buy it I use it. The handle on the brush is very heavy and I believe it is brass. The knot is floppy and prickle. I believe it is a black badger. I did end up with a good shave.
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  10. It's a nice looking set, Doug!
  11. Congrats on a great looking haul. :happy096:
  12. Thank Jim. :happy088:
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    March 11 SOTD:

    Stirling Synthetic Brush
    Penhaligon's Bayolea SS
    British Aristocrat #66
    Penhaligon's Bayolea Soothing Gel

    I was looking forward to this shave all evening and night. This razor came in last night (yes I am out of NB17), and I couldn't wait to use it. It didn't disappoint. It was a terrific 3 pass shave for a BBS. It was very smooth and comfortable. The razor definitely has some heft to it, and the TOBS mechanism works so smoothly. It was just a terrific shave. I am really liking the Penhaligon's Bayolea shave soap, which delivered a great lather. The matching soothing gel is also pretty nice and has me smelling great. I hope everyone has a great day!
  14. Thanks Clint. :happy088: Hope you get out for a ride today.
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  15. Great looking razor and box Jim. :happy096:
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  16. Thank you, Doug!
  17. Great looking razor. :happy096: I think it was worth dropping your NB17.
  18. :signs021:
  19. I was thinking that the washer would qualify as a cap that could be ridden to success.


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