December 2018 30 Day Rule/Focux Pix & Discussion | Page 92

Terry · Dec 8, 2018

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Some people soak their feet after a long day....I soak razors. Got these 3 in the mail today from an auction. After I get them up to standard they will be put into active duty.
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Nice!
tp

Spock · Dec 8, 2018

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Well played sir.

brit · Dec 8, 2018

just test lathered a new puck of crabtree and evelyn west indian lime soap..with a damp badger brush..decent lather, and slick.. will need to dial in, the scent is nice, will test lather the cream next..

jluc · Dec 8, 2018

RyX said: ↑

DECember - A weeks Rule!

Truefitt & Hill SS
Omega 98 boar
Suribachi bowl
E-4 Gillette on 5
Kai stainless blade
Clubman W.W. AS
View attachment 180630 With the option of scrolling back 200 post or risking a duplicate, here's this afternoon's shave report only three hours later. Hit the T&H soap one more time with an Omega Pro 10098 boar knot in it's original handle. Oldest SOTD photo I have with this brush is from over three years ago. It's still a great brush at less than $13. Got my best lathers this passed week from boar bristles. Kept the Fat Boy on 5 for this last use of the Japanese blade. WTG & ATG, a half dose of cleanup fiddling netted Close and Comfortable. I had more AS left in the plastic bottle than needed for my face and I wanted to more the label. So I splashed it on twice, ran my hands through what's left of my hair, and had a sprinkle for my chest. If that was Clubman Special Reserve I'd have ladies in Texas (just 27 miles away) sniffing me. This newest release from Pinaud has the alcohol but is light on scent. I can barely smell me now. Next shave will be different soap and razor. I'll see if I can stick with the Aristocrat for a weeks service. Also want to revisit that Proraso Sandalwood setup.
Good Shaves Y'all!
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Terry said: ↑

Well Friday is over, almost.
Hope every one is fine and doing well.
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A long day to say the least, but it started out great.
The morning shave went better than expected. I concentrated more on the job at hand and got a wonderful 3x3 shave. No issues!
More than half way through the 30 day focus and things are going great.
The soap is working well, the brush is great and the razor is more than I ever expected from that hunk of metal.
I'm telling ya, the shave on the head is phenomenal. My face is smooth and clean when I'm finished shaving.
Even when things don't go just right, I'm still smooth walking out of the bathroom. The wiskers just stay away longer than I've ever had happen.
So if you want to get a really close shave, try the Muhle R41 with a new feather blade combo I use. I have done a 3 pass shave for 19 days strait not missing a single day. Might take some time getting your technique down. Give it 30 days, got 19 days in and counting.
Hey! If I can do it, anybody who wants to can do this!
All it takes is a little focus.
Well, time for bed, mornings come early round here.
Thanks
tp
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NCoxSTL said: ↑

Decadent December!!

December 7, 2018

Razor - 1918 Gillette Old Type
Blade - View attachment 180637 (1)
Soap - Truefitt & Hill 1805
Brush - Vie Long 12601 The Pony
Post - Alum

First things first - apologies for the crappy picture tonight. The camera let me down, meaning I screwed it up I'm sure. But you get the idea at least.

Time to switch it up after last night's almost too good to be true decadent shave. How about we go old school. "OG" Decadent. Yeah, that's the term. My oldest razor, the 1918 Gillette OT that was issued to a soldier back in the day. I need an old time soap. Well, T&H has been in business since 1805 so I'll use their 1805 soap that is named in honor of their first year in business. The brush? The Pony, of course. Horse hair brushes are as OG as it gets. And the blade? Gotta be carbon. So the Treet Dura-Sharp. I wanted a Black Beauty from Treet but don't have one so the Dura-Sharp is the next best in line.

I had a couple of concerns about this shave. Well, one mainly. The scar from the pain stick is still lingering. Taking the 1918 and a carbon blade across it could be a bit risky. Angle and pressure control are not an option. They have to be perfect. So, I lathered up the 1805 and enjoyed its rather unique scent. I also admired its slickness. I guess it knew I needed help.

I was able to get a near BBS on the first pass. Wow was that ever fun. No blood on the cut, nice smooth feel to the blade and I nearly stopped after one pass, in honor of those old-timers who would kick our butts for doing more. But, I wanted to keep going so I went for a second pass. Still smooth, still really comfy and the baby came into the room and demanded I stop. Who am I to argue with a happy baby?

What a fun OG shave tonight. Looking forward to a couple more. Decadence from the past. A great way to end the day.

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Friday evening December 7 - repeating the mini-focus

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Grand King Self Lubricating Razor ca. 1945 / vintage Wilkinson Sword (9)
APShaveCo Flat Top brush
Simpsons Unscented shaving cream
Neutrogena Razor Defense Post Shave Lotion

Today I used my last version of Simpsons shaving cream, ending my mini-focus on this cream, the Grand King razor and a consistent brush and blade. Another great shave.

People with sensitivities who want an unscented product can do far worse than selecting this Simpsons Unscented cream. I could not detect any odour of any kind coming from it, and it has the same excellent performance as all the Simpsons creams. Easy to lather, quite slick, good protection and postshave feel, and just a little dab of the very concentrated cream goes a long way.

The shave was my usual two passes to a near BBS. No need to test for irritation with the alum. I finished with another good basic drugstore balm. I think I prefer the Nivea Sensitive, but if there was none on the shelf and I needed a balm, I wouldn't hesitate to grab the Neutrogena product.

Tomorrow I will move on to another untried razor. I expect I will bin the Wilkie blade too after nine outings.
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SharptoothC said: ↑

I'm looking at joy in simplicity this month. Its been a rough start but I had time for a quick shave today.

Gillette Ball End Tech
Feather Blade
30DC brush
Lisa's Natural Soap
Aqua Velva

I picked up this Tech for the handle. I planned to repurpose it, thinking I wasn't really a fan of Tech heads. After a few uses, however, I have REALLY come to like this razor with a Feather blade. This razor would be one of my last razors standing. Just goes to show how focusing on something and spending time with it teaches you to appreciate it.

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Great shaves and reports, gentlemen!

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Douglas Carey · Dec 8, 2018

RyX said: ↑

DECember - A weeks Rule!

Truefitt & Hill SS
Omega 98 boar
Suribachi bowl
E-4 Gillette on 5
Kai stainless blade
Clubman W.W. AS
View attachment 180630 With the option of scrolling back 200 post or risking a duplicate, here's this afternoon's shave report only three hours later. Hit the T&H soap one more time with an Omega Pro 10098 boar knot in it's original handle. Oldest SOTD photo I have with this brush is from over three years ago. It's still a great brush at less than $13. Got my best lathers this passed week from boar bristles. Kept the Fat Boy on 5 for this last use of the Japanese blade. WTG & ATG, a half dose of cleanup fiddling netted Close and Comfortable. I had more AS left in the plastic bottle than needed for my face and I wanted to more the label. So I splashed it on twice, ran my hands through what's left of my hair, and had a sprinkle for my chest. If that was Clubman Special Reserve I'd have ladies in Texas (just 27 miles away) sniffing me. This newest release from Pinaud has the alcohol but is light on scent. I can barely smell me now. Next shave will be different soap and razor. I'll see if I can stick with the Aristocrat for a weeks service. Also want to revisit that Proraso Sandalwood setup.
Good Shaves Y'all!
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Excellent picture and setup Rick.

Douglas Carey · Dec 8, 2018

mrchick said: ↑

Thanks guys. I made it home safely and am enjoying a nice quiet evening with my wife.
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Outstanding Brian. Have a good one!

Douglas Carey · Dec 8, 2018

Terry said: ↑

Well Friday is over, almost.
Hope every one is fine and doing well.
View attachment 180631
A long day to say the least, but it started out great.
The morning shave went better than expected. I concentrated more on the job at hand and got a wonderful 3x3 shave. No issues!
More than half way through the 30 day focus and things are going great.
The soap is working well, the brush is great and the razor is more than I ever expected from that hunk of metal.
I'm telling ya, the shave on the head is phenomenal. My face is smooth and clean when I'm finished shaving.
Even when things don't go just right, I'm still smooth walking out of the bathroom. The wiskers just stay away longer than I've ever had happen.
So if you want to get a really close shave, try the Muhle R41 with a new feather blade combo I use. I have done a 3 pass shave for 19 days strait not missing a single day. Might take some time getting your technique down. Give it 30 days, got 19 days in and counting.
Hey! If I can do it, anybody who wants to can do this!
All it takes is a little focus.
Well, time for bed, mornings come early round here.
Thanks
tp
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Good write-up and picture Terry.

drnausheerp · Dec 8, 2018

RyX said: ↑

Welcome to The 30 Day Crew @drnausheerp! If I missed your entrance prior to today, apologies. We've had busy times around here lately. One of the Rules about this group - Everyone's equipment is good, unless it's damaged. The monthly theme of Decadence is our chance to enjoy our favorites after Adjustables in August, Single Edge in September, Open Combs in October, and last month that split between those doing a No Variation & others on a No Repeat November. So if you are interested in developing your skills we never stop discussing Technique. I recall your thread about having difficulty finding any but ARKO on your store shelves. Shipping to U.A.E. must be like everywhere else - jacks up the cost of what ought to be inexpensive soap. So use what you have, be loud and proud - you are a member of The 30 DC!
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I hear ya loud and clear ! Yes shipping to Saudi Arabia makes things a lot more difficult to get. I have to save up for a bit before I can afford the premium stuff , so I plan to get some next month. Probably would get fitjar islands cream and OSP. Have read good things about those

BaylorGator · Dec 8, 2018

9nein9 said: ↑

Never hurts to smell the flowers now and again Randy....
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Thanks Patrick. That, coming from a German engineer of makeshift razorlike contraptions, makes me feel better. Maybe I won’t have to turn in my man card just yet.

NCoxSTL said: ↑

Taking the 1918 and a carbon blade across it could be a bit risky.
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I found that if you actually flay all of the skin off of that cut, it makes for a much smoother shave, Neal. This is the voice of experience talking.

SharptoothC said: ↑

I'm looking at joy in simplicity this month.
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I love the theme, Chris! Both in shaving and in life. Shave on, brother!

Spock said: ↑

Wow That's quite a collection amassed in just 11 months! I don't think I've succumbed to any of the Disorders yet...but my immunity may be going down...
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Warning: it’s a slippery slope once you start!

Douglas Carey said: ↑

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This one goes without saying, but I had to edit my last post to you, Doug, in order to make it crystal clear that in my “Variety is the spice of life” comment, I was the idiot in question, not you. I think 0.0% of the population got this one confused, given who we are talking about here, but I’m just making sure that was clear If you read my poor writing prior to the edit. Cheers, Brother!

clint64 · Dec 8, 2018

RyX said: ↑

DECember - A weeks Rule!

Truefitt & Hill SS
Omega 98 boar
Suribachi bowl
E-4 Gillette on 5
Kai stainless blade
Clubman W.W. AS
View attachment 180630 With the option of scrolling back 200 post or risking a duplicate, here's this afternoon's shave report only three hours later. Hit the T&H soap one more time with an Omega Pro 10098 boar knot in it's original handle. Oldest SOTD photo I have with this brush is from over three years ago. It's still a great brush at less than $13. Got my best lathers this passed week from boar bristles. Kept the Fat Boy on 5 for this last use of the Japanese blade. WTG & ATG, a half dose of cleanup fiddling netted Close and Comfortable. I had more AS left in the plastic bottle than needed for my face and I wanted to more the label. So I splashed it on twice, ran my hands through what's left of my hair, and had a sprinkle for my chest. If that was Clubman Special Reserve I'd have ladies in Texas (just 27 miles away) sniffing me. This newest release from Pinaud has the alcohol but is light on scent. I can barely smell me now. Next shave will be different soap and razor. I'll see if I can stick with the Aristocrat for a weeks service. Also want to revisit that Proraso Sandalwood setup.
Good Shaves Y'all!
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Excellent shave Rick.

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clint64 · Dec 8, 2018

ordinaryshaver said: ↑

I have decided to just go all out for the rest of the shaves this month. I have the option of taking a later shift, so I will be able to take my time, and enjoy my shaves.
I will take a photo before the shave, no difference really in the routine, just a slight modification of things.
I think 1 of 2 things is happening, either I'm just not starting out with enough soap, or my badger brush just isn't up to snuff.
I will try loading more soap this week, then next week change use anything except Badgers to see what happens.
Thanks for playing along with me guys!
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Sounds like a plan. Load what you think is enough and then load some more.

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clint64 · Dec 8, 2018

Terry said: ↑

Well Friday is over, almost.
Hope every one is fine and doing well.
View attachment 180631
A long day to say the least, but it started out great.
The morning shave went better than expected. I concentrated more on the job at hand and got a wonderful 3x3 shave. No issues!
More than half way through the 30 day focus and things are going great.
The soap is working well, the brush is great and the razor is more than I ever expected from that hunk of metal.
I'm telling ya, the shave on the head is phenomenal. My face is smooth and clean when I'm finished shaving.
Even when things don't go just right, I'm still smooth walking out of the bathroom. The wiskers just stay away longer than I've ever had happen.
So if you want to get a really close shave, try the Muhle R41 with a new feather blade combo I use. I have done a 3 pass shave for 19 days strait not missing a single day. Might take some time getting your technique down. Give it 30 days, got 19 days in and counting.
Hey! If I can do it, anybody who wants to can do this!
All it takes is a little focus.
Well, time for bed, mornings come early round here.
Thanks
tp
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Great progress and photo Terry.

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clint64 · Dec 8, 2018

NCoxSTL said: ↑

Decadent December!!

December 7, 2018

Razor - 1918 Gillette Old Type
Blade - View attachment 180637 (1)
Soap - Truefitt & Hill 1805
Brush - Vie Long 12601 The Pony
Post - Alum

First things first - apologies for the crappy picture tonight. The camera let me down, meaning I screwed it up I'm sure. But you get the idea at least.

Time to switch it up after last night's almost too good to be true decadent shave. How about we go old school. "OG" Decadent. Yeah, that's the term. My oldest razor, the 1918 Gillette OT that was issued to a soldier back in the day. I need an old time soap. Well, T&H has been in business since 1805 so I'll use their 1805 soap that is named in honor of their first year in business. The brush? The Pony, of course. Horse hair brushes are as OG as it gets. And the blade? Gotta be carbon. So the Treet Dura-Sharp. I wanted a Black Beauty from Treet but don't have one so the Dura-Sharp is the next best in line.

I had a couple of concerns about this shave. Well, one mainly. The scar from the pain stick is still lingering. Taking the 1918 and a carbon blade across it could be a bit risky. Angle and pressure control are not an option. They have to be perfect. So, I lathered up the 1805 and enjoyed its rather unique scent. I also admired its slickness. I guess it knew I needed help.

I was able to get a near BBS on the first pass. Wow was that ever fun. No blood on the cut, nice smooth feel to the blade and I nearly stopped after one pass, in honor of those old-timers who would kick our butts for doing more. But, I wanted to keep going so I went for a second pass. Still smooth, still really comfy and the baby came into the room and demanded I stop. Who am I to argue with a happy baby?

What a fun OG shave tonight. Looking forward to a couple more. Decadence from the past. A great way to end the day.

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Excellent shave Neal.

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BaylorGator · Dec 8, 2018

clint64 said: ↑

Sounds like a plan. Load what you think is enough and then load some more.

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And then add some to that. Soap is cheap, and you only get so many shaves in life!

clint64 · Dec 8, 2018

9nein9 said: ↑

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Some people soak their feet after a long day....I soak razors. Got these 3 in the mail today from an auction. After I get them up to standard they will be put into active duty.
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Congrats on the score Patrick. Looking forward to seeing the razors in future SOTD.

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clint64 · Dec 8, 2018

Screwtape said: ↑

Friday evening December 7 - repeating the mini-focus

View attachment 180644

Grand King Self Lubricating Razor ca. 1945 / vintage Wilkinson Sword (9)
APShaveCo Flat Top brush
Simpsons Unscented shaving cream
Neutrogena Razor Defense Post Shave Lotion

Today I used my last version of Simpsons shaving cream, ending my mini-focus on this cream, the Grand King razor and a consistent brush and blade. Another great shave.

People with sensitivities who want an unscented product can do far worse than selecting this Simpsons Unscented cream. I could not detect any odour of any kind coming from it, and it has the same excellent performance as all the Simpsons creams. Easy to lather, quite slick, good protection and postshave feel, and just a little dab of the very concentrated cream goes a long way.

The shave was my usual two passes to a near BBS. No need to test for irritation with the alum. I finished with another good basic drugstore balm. I think I prefer the Nivea Sensitive, but if there was none on the shelf and I needed a balm, I wouldn't hesitate to grab the Neutrogena product.

Tomorrow I will move on to another untried razor. I expect I will bin the Wilkie blade too after nine outings.
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Great shave and John. I also prefer the Nivea balm but found the Neutrogena very good as well.

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Primotenore · Dec 8, 2018

jtspartan said: ↑

A very good post, Joseph.
Did you get any takers on your blade swap?
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Negative, Jason.

Primotenore · Dec 8, 2018

9nein9 said: ↑

Keep the wife happy, wonderful shave and we are always here to listen.
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Terry · Dec 8, 2018

Douglas Carey said: ↑

Good write-up and picture Terry.
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Thanks!

Terry · Dec 8, 2018

clint64 said: ↑

Great progress and photo Terry.

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Thanks!
tp

What will be the most decadent part of your December shaves?

My razor(s). Seriously - I'm bringing the finest of the fine.

My soaps/cremes. Seriously - Gonna be so luxurious I may be unable to talk.

My aftershaves/balms. Seriously - Almost too good to even use without being arrested.

My cookies. Seriously - I'm drooling just thinking about those cookies.

My donuts. Seriously - You think I drool over cookies? Check this out!

My ice cream. Seriously - when you have ice cream who needs cookies and donuts?

Just looking at my beautiful self in the mirror. Seriously - who could ask for anything more?