June 2019 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

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What "Basics" will you use for "Just the Basics June"?

  1. Basic soaps. Arko, Williams, you know, the good stuff.

    9 vote(s)
    21.4%

  2. Basic razors. Weishi, Techs, Superspeeds, you know, the good stuff.

    10 vote(s)
    23.8%

  3. Basic brushes. VDH boar, you know, the good stuff.

    9 vote(s)
    21.4%

  4. Basic aftershaves. Aqua Velva, Clubman, The Veg, you know, the good stuff.

    8 vote(s)
    19.0%

  5. I'm using a whole bunch of stuff and I don't care if it's basic or not!

    27 vote(s)
    64.3%

  6. Straight razors. Basic enough for you?

    10 vote(s)
    23.8%

  7. Cookies and Ice Cream for me, thank you very much.

    11 vote(s)
    26.2%

  8. I'll tell you at the meet up. Save me a brush.

    5 vote(s)
    11.9%
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  1. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Thanks, Clint!

    Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk
     
    jluc, Jun 18, 2019
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  2. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

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    June 18 SOTD:

    Razor: Razorock Mamba
    Blade: Rapira PL
    Brush: Ever-Ready 150
    Lather: PAA Black Bot
    Aftershave: PAA Black Bot
    Additional Care:
    Stirling Unscented PSB

    A went a little out of the ordinary for a gym morning and brought a tub of soap with me this morning. I just acquired this one and wanted to give it a go. It is based on the 60's scent Black Belt, which I have never tried, so I can't comment on how close it is. I can say that it is definitely a Musk. That is what I first get in the nose, but I also get a little citrus and some lavender. Underneath there is a bit of woodiness/earthiness to it that balances everything out. It is a nicely done scent, and the performance is right in line with PAA offerings. After two passes, I had a nice DFS. It was a great start to my day. I hope everyone has a great day!
     
    Norcalnewb, Jun 18, 2019
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  3. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Beautiful black and white picture, Jim!
     
    Norcalnewb, Jun 18, 2019
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  4. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Great picture, Jim! Cool effect!
    The scent sounds nice.
    Thank you!

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    jluc, Jun 18, 2019
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  5. Keithmax

    Keithmax Breeds Pet Rocks

    Now that is a lawn mower!

    I look forward to hearing this story.
     
    Keithmax, Jun 18, 2019
    #3485
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  6. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Thank you, Jim!
     
    Norcalnewb, Jun 18, 2019
    #3486
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  7. Killerflyingbugs

    Killerflyingbugs Well-Known Member

    Thank you both!
     
    Killerflyingbugs, Jun 18, 2019
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  8. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    I'm glad you made the first leg of your trip safely, Keith. Have fun and say hello to Elvis.
     
    wristwatchb, Jun 18, 2019
    #3488
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  9. BaylorGator

    BaylorGator MISTER Fancypants

    Awesome, but weird shave today. The awesome part was a near BBS using a Thater Cocobolo Two Band (no, you can't have it @wristwatchb), a North Shore Cerakoted Fatboy, an Oleo Montrose Beach sample I'm trying to kill (I can see the ring of death forming!), and Stirling AS. An effortless near BBS shave that makes you go mmmmm afterwards.

    What I didn't anticipate is that the smell of the Mostrose Beach would linger long after the shave. It's a really nice pine scent (with other beachy stuff mixed in - kind of like a mountain lake vacation kind of vibe). Assuming the soap to not be a player in how I smelled after the shave, I squirted on some Stirling Grapefruit AS, figuring it to be, as always, a reasonably neutral citrus winner. So... if you are wondering why no soapmaker has come out with a grapefruit and pine scent, I now have olfactory evidence that this is not a good idea. Two great smells that don't go together. The olfactory version of a peanut butter and mayonnaise sandwich as it were. (Which coincidentally sounds like a pre-shave moisturizer that might be used by this group in May, but I digress. Anyway, I am now nasally confused and disoriented for the day.

    Sorry. No pics follow. Just confustion.
     
    BaylorGator, Jun 18, 2019
    #3489
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  10. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Excellent picture and summary Jim. Black Bot sounds like a great scent.
     
    clint64, Jun 18, 2019
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  11. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    The equivalent of peanut butter and mayonnaise. :sick007: I am glad you took one for the team. ;)
     
    clint64, Jun 18, 2019
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  12. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

    I'm big on The Pig. ;)
     
    wristwatchb, Jun 18, 2019
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  13. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    June 18, 2019
    Cobra Classic
    Feather Pro
    Alpha 400 with Maggard SHD
    MdC Fougere
    Guerlain Habit Rouge EdT

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    An excellent shave to start the day. MdC is not the best soap in any one category for me but I always have fantastic shaves when I use the soap. Maybe it's because I used it for my initial 30 day rule. Two passes and touch ups just missed the little guy. A splash of witch hazel with menthol followed by a spritz of Guerlain Habit Rouge EdT and I am ready for the day. I hope everyone has a wonderful Tuesday .
     
    clint64, Jun 18, 2019
    #3493
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  14. brit

    brit in a box

    awesome shave sir..
     
    brit, Jun 18, 2019
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  15. brit

    brit in a box

    nice shave sir, lovely pic..
     
    brit, Jun 18, 2019
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  16. brit

    brit in a box

    nice shave clint..
     
    brit, Jun 18, 2019
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  17. wristwatchb

    wristwatchb wristwatch "danger" b

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    wristwatchb, Jun 18, 2019
    #3497
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  18. b1hart

    b1hart Speed Racer

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    June 18th

    Semogue OC Cherry Wood Boar
    Tabac SS
    Ever Ready Streamline v2
    GEM Personna SE (2)
    Tabac AS

    Tabac Tuesday. 'Ride the cap' 2.5 pass DFS+ shave (wifey claimed a BBS....). No weepers, oopsies or other shenanigans. The Semogue Boar did a fantastic Tabac SS lather, and my newly acquired Ever Ready loaded with the Personna blade efficiently swiped it away with confidence. Love this razor, quickly becoming one of my favorites. Zilcho feedback from the Tabac AS, and another wifey approved aroma.

    Busy day ahead...quick post this morning....hopefully check back in late this afternoon.

    Have a Terrific Tuesday everyone!
     
    b1hart, Jun 18, 2019
    #3498
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  19. blondblue

    blondblue Well-Known Member

    I had a feeling something was going to come out from Kentucky on that baby. :)
     
    blondblue, Jun 18, 2019
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  20. Boojum1

    Boojum1 Valet Parking Available Here

    June 18, 2019

    Colonial Razors General UFO Colibri
    Schick Proline P
    Varlet Ranger
    Krampert's Frostbite
    Barrister and Mann Arctique

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    Boojum1, Jun 18, 2019
    #3500
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