December 2019 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

Discussion in 'Shower or Shave of the Day' started by NCoxSTL, Nov 29, 2019.

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What's the most decadent item in your den?

  1. A really decadent DE - we're talking top of the line, gold plated over the top DECADENT!

    10 vote(s)
    37.0%
  2. A really decadent straight razor - we're talking top of the line, incredibly DECADENT!

    5 vote(s)
    18.5%
  3. A really decadent SE razor - vintage baby and shines like the sun because it's DECADENT!

    7 vote(s)
    25.9%
  4. A really decadent soap that lathers up like DECADENT whipped cream!

    12 vote(s)
    44.4%
  5. A really decadent brush that feels so soft yet makes such DECADENT lather!

    12 vote(s)
    44.4%
  6. Cookies, man. I mean seriously - is there anything more DECADENT than cookies??

    8 vote(s)
    29.6%
  7. Ice cream, man. Seriously. Without DECADENT ice cream - cookies are just hard bread!

    8 vote(s)
    29.6%
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  1. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Stunning pic and that razor is gorgeous!
     
  2. brit

    brit in a box

    thank you Joe..
     
  3. brit

    brit in a box

    thank you Jim..DEcadent DEcember :)..
     
  4. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Thank you Evan. It goes with the territory.


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  5. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Worse.


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  6. jtspartan

    jtspartan appropriately stimulated, via Netflix

    DEcember 23rd
    ‘51 Canadian Tech w Stainless Lux handle
    Omega Pro/Poculi
    First Canadian Maximo Gomez SS
    Thayers
    CL Unconditional Surrender AS
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    I am way behind on the thread...a really busy couple of days around the Spartan abode. Took some time for a full 3 passer earlier. This soap refuses to die, but did produce another fine lather. I don’t often make a frankenrazor, but did swap out the usual ball-end handle for this Stainless Steel Lux. A nice, heavy handle that worked well with this head. I’m not perfectly smooth, but not very far from it after mowing down 48 hrs worth. The Sputnik is worn, I think, and I’ll swap it out for something else next time.
    Have a great day all!
     
  7. jtspartan

    jtspartan appropriately stimulated, via Netflix

  8. brit

    brit in a box

    cool shave and pic Jason..the handle looks excellent on the tech head..
     
  9. brit

    brit in a box

    thank you Jason..catching bits of sunshine here today..
     
  10. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    Thank you guys!
     
  11. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    Great shave, Jason!
     
  12. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Very nice, Jason!
     
  13. Trigger

    Trigger Double Jedi Knight

    Dec 23
    Good afternoon guys!
    Fatboy E2 (9)
    Rockwell Blade (5)
    Barbury Synthetic Brush
    CF Cryogen SS and AS
    Nivea not pictured
    I just got the Cryogen SS and AS. They shipped it Sat so it was on 2 day priority. That's the fastest delivery ever!
    Ok, originally I was going to test lather the soap because I am so curious and my 23 hr stubble really didn't need to be shaved, but why waste shaving soap! I had a little difficulty making this lather and I needed plenty of water to get a decent lather. It could be my cheap brush or my hard water, but I will dial it in eventually. Finally got a decent lather and you do feel the cold after each application of water to build up the lather, but it wasn't unbearable. Rinsed my face with cold water and yes it was more cold. Lol! The full impact was during the second application and it was freezing cold! It felt like I shoved my head in the freezer for at least 15 sec. Lol! Finished with the second pass and the shave was fine. Now, if I have to make a comparison between Proraso Green and CF Cryogen, then it is like comparing a 90 lb weakling to a Hulk Hogan! As a non-menthol person per se, this was an experience and I have to say that I liked the ride! I still felt the tingle 15 to 20 min after the shave. I have to say that this will wake you up that you won't need coffee! Finished with the matching aftershave for another hit of uber menthol kick, but it wasn't as powerful as the soap. Waited 10 min to apply the Nivea and it still felt cool and tingly. Sorry, Danny, I get to keep my shave equipment and Jeff, I more than survived. Lol! I guess you can say that this non-menthol guy went to the head of the class in Menthol 101! Now, will this make me a true menth head. No, but at least I can say I have more options because I can say that I can handle any mentholated soap. One more thing, I didn't get any tearing of the eyes which kind of surprised me. To those that want to try it whether you're a menth head or not, go for it! It truly is an experience. However, I would get the sample size if you are not a menthe head. There you have it! Have a great day guys! 20191223_151948.jpg 20191223_151948.jpg
     
  14. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Excellent photo and shave Jason.


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  15. clint64

    clint64 Blind Squirrel

    Great photo Joe. Congrats on the new soap and aftershave. Glad they worked out well for you.


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  16. Trigger

    Trigger Double Jedi Knight

    Thanks, Clint! It was an amazing experience!
     
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  17. Trigger

    Trigger Double Jedi Knight

    :)
     
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  18. jluc

    jluc smelling pretty

    Wonderful report, Joe!
    I have some pretty cold stuff. I may have to pick up Cryogen to compare with my Stirling glacials and my PAA Frost Byte.
     
  19. brit

    brit in a box

    cool shave and pic Joe.i have gone as far as the stirling glacial..congrats..
     
  20. Trigger

    Trigger Double Jedi Knight

    Thank you, Jim! Since you are a menthol guy, I believe you can handle it. I have read this soap is just a little colder than the glacials.
     
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