June 2018 30 Day Rule/focus Pix & Discussion

Wonderful classic shave and photo Jason. A bit different than your normal warm tones.

 

Thank you Jason. I got the 3" handle. I will say that I like either a neutral to head heavy razor. To me the 3" is nearly perfectly balanced between the head and handle.

 

I look forward to your reports on the various soaps as you test them out.

 

I wouldn't be disappointed with 21 shaves out of the blade.

 

Very informative, Clint. Thank you.

 

Thank you, Clint. Trying to spice things up a bit, I guess.

 

It is good to hear from you, Neal. I was concerned and considered sending Oleg over to check on you. I'm glad to hear instead that life is busy.

 

Just the last 15 out of the 21?

I was never cut out to be a member of the Excalibur Club.

 

Me either. I can get 6 or 7 out of most SE blades. On DE blades I’m 3 and out.


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I wish I could just have shave number 2 on DE blades.

 

Last couple of Best Western shaves:





The more I use this CRSW, the more I really think this is an A++ soap. It’s slickness is definitely top tier, and it’s GIANT window for water tolerance, are making it a real favorite.

 

Jared, you've got some really nice travel gear. How do you like your Feather Artist Club folder? I have one NIB, but I don't think it would compare with my Parker SRX for overall ease of use. As a result, I haven't been too motivated to take it for a spin. I also appreciate your comments on the CRSW. I've got a brand new puck waiting in the wings, and I look forward to using it now. It looks like you've been extremely busy these past few months. I hope all is well, my friend.

 

June 21st
Razor: Rex Ambassador (3)
Blade: GSB (3)
Brush: Rick Montalvo mixed
Pre shave: Stirling mentholated
Soap: Stirling Bergamot Lavender
Thayers Lavender
AS: Stirling Bergamot Lavender

Good evening friends!

I've been getting some great shaves with the Ambassador. I have been leaving the razor set on 3, I'm going to keep it there for at least the next few shaves.

Loving my new brush! It's a stiff son of a gun. 24mm knot set at roughly 52mm.

The Stirling was slick and protective as usual.

Have a good night and a great Friday!

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Fifth day on the PTFE blade in the MMOC and it already feels a bit ragged. Definitely done. Traditional Khmer breakfast of pork and rice, $1.

 

Great minds think a like

I srugggle with fine control and pressure when using a light razor. It is a thing but I do find it much easier to use a bigger razor with a heavy grind. Time to try a 8/8. I recommend a 7/8 1/2 hollow as a perfect first razor.

Keeping getting better my friend.

Stop with this temptation

 

Thank you for the kind words, Charlie. The SS is easily the most challenging shavette I own. This is my third go around with one. I only bought it as a sort of skills test. I like the size and shape of the Feather’s in terms of grip, but don’t especially like to travel with my DX.

 

Well folks I just got a new razor today, a Schick repeating razor model A with crackle handle. I'm really excited to have found one in pristine shape! Plans are to try it out tomorrow and report the shave.

Wish me luck!

 

Wonderful picture, Jim!

 

Friday Shave reader's digest version

Thought it would be epic just very good. I am happy with that result.

Irritation A Closeness A Smoothness A+ Sharpness A

Razor: Mastro Livi Gifretto
Strop: T Miller
Brush: Handle by Jason, Omega boar knot
Pre: Nivea
Soap: MDC Fogére
AS: Razorock XXX AS, Edwin Jagger ASB
Scent: Creed Millesime Imperial