March 2017 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

I managed to shave at 4:15am without injury and made it through airport security. Not a bad way to start a day.
I'm looking forward to getting home to my lovely wife.
Travel SOTD
TSD Bourbon Vanilla Soap
AoS Pure Badger Brush
Jacob Ray El Diablo Razor
Mennen Skin Bracer AS
Have a great Friday!

 

Brian, what a great way to start the day. Safe travels, and have a super weekend!

 

That explains it. My Gem Junior has a brass head clearly marked "Gem Junior" on a black plastic handle. Although
that handle, while a bit plump, is nowhere near as fat as some I've seen pictured...

So far, I would pick the 1912, although the 1914 did feel smooth - until I saw the results. And I am really not stuck on the cap latching system... I will try again with a 1924 in much better condition than the first one I used. And I may try a couple more shaves with the 1914 again too. In both cases, after waiting a few days for the nicks and grazes to heal up...

 

Thank you. You too.
Boarding now

 

Thank you, sir.

 

Have a safe trip home!

 

Thank you!

 

March 17, 2017​

Cobra Classic
Feather Pro (6)
Shavemac ATG LE D01 2 Band
Reef Point Dragon’s Blood
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A wonderful 2 pass near BBS shave this morning. A splash of Floid Blue for a great start to the day. I hope everyone has a fantastic Friday. ​

 

Fantastic picture, Clint!

 

March 17 SOTD:

Razorock Plissoft Brush
Arko
Gillette Aristocrat Jr.
Stirling Unscented PSB
TOBS Sandalwood AS

This was my first shave with this razor, which @clint64 was kind enough to part with. This was one of my wish list razors, so I was looking forward to this shave. I did two passes, and it was very near a BBS, which is pretty good for a gym shave. After yesterday's disappointing lather, the Arko was a nice bounce back. It really all just came together for me this morning, and I feel great. The TOBS Sandalwood left my skin nice and soft with a great scent added as a bonus. I hope everyone has a great day!

 

It is always fun when a guy starts delving a little deeper into a new style of razor. When you are looking for some of the newer models, don't overlook the Featherlight. It looks kind of like a cheap toy, and it is really, really mild, but it is a stupid good shaver for what they can be had for. It was one of only a few of them I liked to shave with.

 

Brian, how do you like that Jacob Ray? I see he has some of his production models on mega sale.

 

That is a nice score of a razor. Pretty snazzy for a gym shave.

 

Thank you Jim. Happy Friday

 

I am pleased that the Aristocrat Jr found a good home where it will be appreciated and fully enjoyed.

 

Thank you.

 

Day 22 of 30 days of straights

I managed a BBS this morning with no cuts and 2 weepers. I am getting better at not slicing my own neck, but I am still struggling to avoid the weepers. Straight razors have a much steeper learning curve, IMHO, than do DEs.


DIY Pre-shave Oil
ABC
30mm High Mountain White set an extra 10mm deep
2 passes, WTG, XTG
Penhaglion Bayolea shave cream soothing gel
6/8 Round Toe Henckel 17 1/2

 

Laying over in Chicago and logged in expecting some entertainment. We are a tame group on this very important holiday

 

March 17

Gillette SA w Sharp Star (2)
WD High Mountain Badger
Proraso Green
Thayers Unscented
Stirling Barbershop AS

Day 12 of the '69 SA 109 focus, first day with the Sharp Star. 2nd day for this particular blade as I used it for one day in a Tech last weekend. Went 7,5,3 again for the 3 passes. Am getting consistent shaves with this razor, with just subtle differences between blades.
Used the Proraso green this morning as I've been enjoying some Menthol in balms (and as a hope that Spring might be arriving soon!). The lather was consistent as always with this soap, but after cycling through so many high quality artisan soaps, it doesn't feel quite as nice afterwards. I am starting to dig the menthol feel, though. The Sharp Star doesn't feel quite as sharp as a Polsilver or Astra to me in this razor, but still did a nice job with the 3 passes and touchup. No weepers today, but did have a bit of sting and redness after the Thayers and then Stirling splash. Who knows why...I'm not worried about getting to the bottom of it today.
Have a great day all!