March 2017 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

Discussion in 'Shave School' started by NCoxSTL, Feb 28, 2017.

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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. Bama Samurai

    Bama Samurai with Laser-like Focus

    +1 on understanding that NBA guys are trolling. Too funny.
     
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  2. NCoxSTL

    NCoxSTL AAACK!

    The Cartel attorney will be contact with your attorney. When we get him sober enough to use the phone.
     
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  3. NCoxSTL

    NCoxSTL AAACK!

    That's a good description of the process. And I can get the same feeling from a DE or AC shave. I think the TSR shaves would be equally or greater in theri capacity to allow for calming, focusing, etc. if it wasn't for the stropping. Yeah, I know....I'm strange that way. I told my wife last night I need to get past that mental block. I think I actually stress over stropping due to the possibility of rolling the edge. It seems to irritate my tendency toward perfection. Or something like that.
     
  4. NCoxSTL

    NCoxSTL AAACK!

    You do know that half of the forum is now stuck right here. You know how we are about shiny objects.
     
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  5. NCoxSTL

    NCoxSTL AAACK!

    Fatboy at 9 can make a lot of blades seem harsh and rough. At some point you might want to try a fresh Voskie at that setting just to see if it's razor or blade. I suspct the Astra SP will do well, though.
     
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  6. Bama Samurai

    Bama Samurai with Laser-like Focus


    March Madness
    Barbasol and Barber Blade Edition
    Day Twenty-Two


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    Pacific Rush seemed right after a picture perfect day. Great two pass before splashing on the Adidas and heading to watch the sun set into the Ocean, cute little redhead in tow! Other than that...all is quiet in Waikoloa.

    Have a terrific Thursday!
     
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  7. NCoxSTL

    NCoxSTL AAACK!

    March Madness & Spring Cleaning!!

    March 22

    Razor -Feather SS
    Blade - [​IMG] (2)
    Soap - Route 66 Sweeney Todd
    Brush - Wolf Whiskers Custom Silvertip
    Post - Alum

    The first day of my week is over and went by pretty uneventfully. That's both a good and a bad thing. No problems but no sales to put some bucks in the pocket. No worries. It happens. The second shave with the Feather SS was accompanied by Route 66 and the Wolf. Rich, luxurious lather and feel from the high end Silvertip really made the entire experience relaxing and even felt a bit decadent. The Feather SS with the Pro blade was as smooth as I can remember and seemed totally effortless. A very nice DFS was the result of two passes and cleanup that felt more like a quick one pass. I was actually a bit disappointed I didn't need another full pass.

    A great way to end the start of my week. The Zen of shaving baby. I need to relax and let it find me more often!

    Looks like Spring is going to try and make it in to stay here now. The forecast is for upper 60s and lower 70s through Friday then about 10 days of rain. Looks like the Spring flooding season is about upon the Missouri/Mississippi River basin. Should be hearing frogs by the time it's done.

    January 7 setup.jpg
     
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  8. Bama Samurai

    Bama Samurai with Laser-like Focus

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  9. Screwtape

    Screwtape A Shaving Butterfly

    Gotta question your rankings here, Jared. You list the Kent BK12 #14 as being in first place with a score of 90.0. Doesn't #17 Simpson Tulip beat that at 90.5?

    (Note that this is a completely impartial question as my pick, the Nathan Clark Envy White, is finishing respectably but well back in the pack.)
     
  10. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Love the lineup and photo. :happy088:
     
  11. PickledNorthern

    PickledNorthern Fabulous, the unicorn

    Thank you Sir. A day of very fine products all the way around; Bond included.
     
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  12. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    I have saw the Bond before but never used one.
     
  13. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    March 23, 2017

    Mongoose B2 with Triad Ti
    Feather Pro Super (12)
    Romera Olive Wood Synthetic
    Reef Point Tranquility
    Fine Lavender

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    The shaves this week have been very consistent. The fact that all the products work well helps with the consistency. The Reef Point Tranquility has made my buy again list with its top notch performance and the scent. I am surprised that Reef Point soaps don't get more play on the forums. The Feather Super Pro blade is getting a bit tired so I went with a 3 pass shave and touch ups this morning. Overall an excellent work morning shave. I finished off with a splash of Fine Lavender. I hope everyone has a great Thursday.
     
    Last edited: Mar 23, 2017
  14. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Looks like a great trip so far! Have fun!
     
  15. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Wonderful picture, Clint! Your set up this week has been fantastic.
     
  16. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

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    March 23 SOTD:

    Stirling Synthetic Brush
    Stirling Ben Franklin SS
    Schick Adjustable
    Stirling Unscented PSB
    Stirling Ben Franklin AS

    Not too much to report on this shave. I used my favorite soap/AS combo and a tried and true razor. It was an easy DFS. The blade is on need of replacement, but it got through this shave well enough. I hope everyone has a great day!
     
  17. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Thank you Jim. I am very happy with this lineup and I am sure it will be revisited.


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  18. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Lovely colors Jim. Do you prefer the Gem style razors or the injectors? If you were forced to pick one style.


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  19. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Thank you, Clint.

    I find I prefer the Gem style over the Injectors. I find the Gems to be a little smoother. Both are definitely capable of good shaves, and the Injectors are a bit more nimble, but the Gem just seem to cut like a hot knife through butter.
     
  20. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Great picture, Doug. I really like that brush.
     

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