March 2020 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix and Discussion | Page 183

timabababaluka · Mar 11, 2020

Thanks, Joe! It's been a fun lap--hope the others are equally enjoyable

Terry · Mar 11, 2020

Primotenore said: ↑

March Focus

AoS Sandalwood~~Parker~~Merkur/Gillette Platinum
First shave since Sunday and it was needed. Also first use of a Gillette Platinum blade.
More on those in a bit.
First, let's take a look at the lather made with AoS Sandalwood.

I must say that the Captain's Choice lathering bowl (first gen.) really facilitates a great lather.
The Parker brush, because it's not as dense as my Simpson brushes, doesn't suffer from
we call being a "lather hog". Flow-through is good and the sides of the bristles are quite soft.
Paint brush strokes splay the knot nicely, eliminating the need to smash the knot into your face.
Now to the last of my Russian blade acquisitions, the St. Petersburg Gillette Platinum.
1) Minus one point for being single wrapped and having glue dots.
2) The harshest of the 4 blades. (Others being Gillette Silver Blue, Sharp Star and Voskhod)
3) My least favorite, Comrades.
With the minimal blade gap combined with a rough edge, I was compelled to press a little and...
my neck suffered.
Some irritation and some weepers. Nothing extraordinary, but annoying, nonetheless.
The roughness was, of course, most apparent in the ATG pass on the neck.
Everywhere else is tough enough to withstand the crappiest of blades.
Luckily, I happened to have only purchased 50 of these.
I know the month is only 11 days old, but if I had to rank these blades today,
this would be the result:
1) Voskhod
2) Sharp Star
3) Gillette Silver Blue
4) Gillette Platinum
This may change, but first impressions are usually correct.
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Great report Joseph!

tp

Terry · Mar 11, 2020

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Excellent shave Macgyver....I mean Terry!

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Thanks Danny!
But I think that's stretching it a bit.
tp

Terry · Mar 11, 2020

wristwatchb said: ↑

March 11

L4 Gillette Travel Tech
Voskhod (1)
Simpson Chubby 2 Super
Stirling Blood on Steel
Alum, Thayers WH, USB/Almond Oil, Floid Vigoroso, & Aramis EdT

I decided to keep it simple this morning and use my Travel Tech. This razor has a narrow sweet spot, but once you find it, the shaves are as good as any razor in my den. I was rewarded with a fantastic shave in two passes plus a few touch ups (what I normally do), and the alum was silent. I stretched the skin like I was using a shavette because that always lets me get closer using less strokes. At my Bride's suggestion, I recently incorporated a few drops of 100% almond oil into my post-shave routine, and I can feel a difference in my skin. I just blot off the excess after I clean up the sink (provides time to soak in), and I'm good to go. I plan to continue adding almond oil to my morning and evening skin care routine.

Nine out of 10 dentists agree that the performance and scent of Stirling BoS is top shelf. I'm still getting whiffs of the wonderful scent.

Next up is the Parker SRX.

I hope you all have a fantastic Wednesday.

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Fantastic shave Charlie!
Great report too.
Next time I go to the dentist, I'll ask them.
tp

Terry · Mar 11, 2020

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Anyone seen the Baikal razors out of Russia? Looks like a machined Rockwell. They have several aluminum versions and a stainless steel version. I may get the aluminum version when they get some more back in stock.

I like the comment about the international razor agressiveness table.......wonder where this "table" is? Have y'all seen it?

"Each number on the stove corresponds to a degree according to the international razor aggressiveness table, so that it is easier for the owner to navigate."
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https://homelikeshaving.ru/t-obraznaya-britva-bajkal-alyuminij.html

HomeLikeShaving is pleased to present Baikal, a safe razor from a team of engineers for classic shaving. The razor is made based on the numerous reviews of people who use the notorious Rockwell 6s razor. Most use plates 3, 4 and 6 on this razor, but many lack the aggressiveness of the 6th plate. Therefore, we developed “Baikal” taking into account all needs.

The basic set includes two types of plates:

1st plate - No. 3 and No. 4

2nd plate - No. 6 and No. 7

Each number on the stove corresponds to a degree according to the international razor aggressiveness table, so that it is easier for the owner to navigate. The Baikal razor is intended for the mass user and closes the most popular segment of aggressiveness in razors:

3-4 plate is an excellent solution for daily shaving,

plate "6-7" - will help you out when shaving in 2-3 days or if you have stiff bristles and sensitive skin.

Thanks to the verified geometry, the razor is not sensitive to setting the angle with the right shave, which is suitable primarily for beginners, but also for confident users.

Specifications:

Aggressiveness of the bottom plate (all included): 3, 4, 6, 7,

Material of manufacture: aluminum D16T,

Dimensions of the top plate (cover): 43 mm x 18.7 mm,

Dimensions of the bottom plate: 6/7 43 mm x 24.6 mm x 8.8 mm, 3/4 43 mm x 24.6 mm x 8.2 mm,

Handle dimensions: length 90 mm, diameter max 14 mm / min 9 mm, thread M5 x 0.8 mm,

Shaver Weight: 44 g.,

Topcoat: Tumbling (rough polishing),

Brand: HomeLikeShaving (Russia, Omsk).

Equipment:

Top plate (cover) - 1 pc.,

Lower plate (aggressiveness 3/4 and 6/7) - 2 pcs.,

The handle for the t-shaped machine "Sarmat" - 1 pc.,

Warranty certificate (card) - 1 pc.,

Packing - 1 pc.

Warranty:
HomeLikeShaving products have a lifetime warranty. The warranty applies to manufacturing or material defects. The warranty does not cover damage caused by improper use, as well as the finish of the product. In the event of a manufacturing defect, you can directly contact the manufacturer or the place of purchase of the product in order to return or exchange the product.

To resolve warranty issues, contact us info@homelikeshaving.ru .

Tags: DE razor , BAIKAL

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Reading the instructions huh Danny?
Well then...

tp

Trigger · Mar 11, 2020

March 11
Good evening guys!
Shavette Shave # 149
Dovo Shavette
Rockwell 1/2 DE Blade (2)
Semogue OC Super Badger Brush
Razorock Classic SS
Old Spice AS
Nivea ASB
I haven't used this brush in awhile so I decided it needed to be activated. This brush really whipped up a nice lather. The RR Classic has a nice almond scent and it really is easy to lather from the puck because the container has plenty of room to do so. On a 32 hr stubble, I only needed 2wo passes and some neck touchups gave me an irritation free, BBS shave. I might add that there weren't any red droplets of any kind to ruin a very comfortable shave. Applied the Old Spice and there wasn't any stinging sensation whatsoever. Finished with the last drops of Nivea ASB. Face looks clean and I am smiling. Now, I am planning on doing my last shavette shave on Friday which will be #150 because I stated that I would only be with Tim, Patrick and Charlie to encourage and to be with them at the start of their 100 shavette shave journey. On the weekend, I will commemorate my 150th traditional straight razor shave and that will give me my 300 open blade shaves. Next week, in keeping with Shavette, Straight and SE March theme, I am going to do a mini focus with my newly acquired Schick Injector Razor E3. I want to improve my technique with this razor and believe I will have it done by the end of next week. That's my program for the next 10 days. Have a great evening fellas!

Terry · Mar 11, 2020

Linuxguile said: ↑

SOTN March 10th

Stirling Mentholated Pre-Shave Soap
RazoRock Game Changer .84
GSB (4)
Oumo Titan (30mm, Cruiser Class)
Black Ship Grooming Queen Anne's Revenge soap and AS

Shaved last night with the .84 Game Changer. While I do like the feel of the open combs a little better, the safety bar version of the GC is no slouch either. Three passes for an IBBS shave. Nice mild menthol effect in the AS and no sting from the alcohol. Have a great day my friends!

Hump day!

Sent from my Galaxy using Tapatalk
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Very nice shave Andrew!
Hope your resting a little more.
And...
If he claims the dog did it.
I'll back him on that!
Even if you don't have a dog.

be well!
tp

jluc · Mar 11, 2020

timabababaluka said: ↑

March 11
Shavette Shave #10--"The Tithe Mark..."

Gear

Razor: Focus R21 Shavette

Blade: Personna Blue (1)

Brush: Stirling Kong

Soap: Soap Commander “Drive”

Menthol: Stirling Frost Drops

AS: Aqua Velva Ice Blue

Balm: Stirling Glacial Unscented

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The Shave...
Decided to stick to 2 passes today: WTG & ATG. I largely avoided buffing until I got to the chin, then kept the buffing very light--for now, I can see no way of avoiding buffing when shaving the chin. Also, I did take an extra pass at the chin, so I'm really more at 2+ passes.

The results were much better: almost no irritation and a CCS. I think if I were to have started off XTG, I might have got the same irritation free shave, but closer to the DFS side of things. That’ll be worth trying out tomorrow.

Everybody have a fantastic Hump Day--it's just about over anyhow

10 down, 90 to go!
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Trigger said: ↑

March 11
Good evening guys!
Shavette Shave # 149
Dovo Shavette
Rockwell 1/2 DE Blade (2)
Semogue OC Super Badger Brush
Razorock Classic SS
Old Spice AS
Nivea ASB
I haven't used this brush in awhile so I decided it needed to be activated. This brush really whipped up a nice lather. The RR Classic has a nice almond scent and it really is easy to lather from the puck because the container has plenty of room to do so. On a 32 hr stubble, I only needed 2wo passes and some neck touchups gave me an irritation free, BBS shave. I might add that there weren't any red droplets of any kind to ruin a very comfortable shave. Applied the Old Spice and there wasn't any stinging sensation whatsoever. Finished with the last drops of Nivea ASB. Face looks clean and I am smiling. Now, I am planning on doing my last shavette shave on Friday which will be #150 because I stated that I would only be with Tim, Patrick and Charlie to encourage and to be with them at the start of their 100 shavette shave journey. On the weekend, I will commemorate my 150th traditional straight razor shave and that will give me my 300 open blade shaves. Next week, in keeping with Shavette, Straight and SE March theme, I am going to do a mini focus with my newly acquired Schick Injector Razor E3. I want to improve my technique with this razor and believe I will have it done by the end of next week. That's my program for the next 10 days. Have a great evening fellas!
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Great shavette shaves, Tim and Joe!

Trigger · Mar 11, 2020

jluc said: ↑

Great shavette shaves, Tim and Joe!
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Thank you, Jim!

Terry · Mar 11, 2020

timabababaluka said: ↑

It's so awesome that you got that razor to work for you--a wonderful shaver and a fantastic Bay Rum shave!
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Thanks Tim!
I luv the bay
the razor did well too.
tp

Terry · Mar 11, 2020

myles wilson said: ↑

Brought my small Shulton OS bottle to class today to wear (wanted something unique to wear) pulled a few complements. Practically had to pry my bottle back. a few girls could not stop smelling the bottle. Sorry but you just can't diss vintage os for smelling old or dated if younger girls still like this. It's like a man's Chanel No 5 or equivalent to that. Might have to give my history teacher a huge nostalgia trip tomorrow by letting him check out the bottle. That man is always talking about his childhood. He has some good stories.
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Just stay out of isle 12 at the local Piggly Wiggly ....

Don't worry, you'll figure it out soon enough.

tp

Terry · Mar 11, 2020

timabababaluka said: ↑

March 11
Shavette Shave #10--"The Tithe Mark..."

Gear

Razor: Focus R21 Shavette

Blade: Personna Blue (1)

Brush: Stirling Kong

Soap: Soap Commander “Drive”

Menthol: Stirling Frost Drops

AS: Aqua Velva Ice Blue

Balm: Stirling Glacial Unscented

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The Shave...
Decided to stick to 2 passes today: WTG & ATG. I largely avoided buffing until I got to the chin, then kept the buffing very light--for now, I can see no way of avoiding buffing when shaving the chin. Also, I did take an extra pass at the chin, so I'm really more at 2+ passes.

The results were much better: almost no irritation and a CCS. I think if I were to have started off XTG, I might have got the same irritation free shave, but closer to the DFS side of things. That’ll be worth trying out tomorrow.

Everybody have a fantastic Hump Day--it's just about over anyhow

10 down, 90 to go!
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Great shavette Tim!
I like your reports, great read.
tp

Terry · Mar 11, 2020

Trigger said: ↑

March 11
Good evening guys!
Shavette Shave # 149
Dovo Shavette
Rockwell 1/2 DE Blade (2)
Semogue OC Super Badger Brush
Razorock Classic SS
Old Spice AS
Nivea ASB
I haven't used this brush in awhile so I decided it needed to be activated. This brush really whipped up a nice lather. The RR Classic has a nice almond scent and it really is easy to lather from the puck because the container has plenty of room to do so. On a 32 hr stubble, I only needed 2wo passes and some neck touchups gave me an irritation free, BBS shave. I might add that there weren't any red droplets of any kind to ruin a very comfortable shave. Applied the Old Spice and there wasn't any stinging sensation whatsoever. Finished with the last drops of Nivea ASB. Face looks clean and I am smiling. Now, I am planning on doing my last shavette shave on Friday which will be #150 because I stated that I would only be with Tim, Patrick and Charlie to encourage and to be with them at the start of their 100 shavette shave journey. On the weekend, I will commemorate my 150th traditional straight razor shave and that will give me my 300 open blade shaves. Next week, in keeping with Shavette, Straight and SE March theme, I am going to do a mini focus with my newly acquired Schick Injector Razor E3. I want to improve my technique with this razor and believe I will have it done by the end of next week. That's my program for the next 10 days. Have a great evening fellas!
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Nice Joe!
You got the open blade rocking.
Great repot!

tp

Hembree · Mar 11, 2020

timabababaluka said: ↑

March 11
Shavette Shave #10--"The Tithe Mark..."

Gear

Razor: Focus R21 Shavette

Blade: Personna Blue (1)

Brush: Stirling Kong

Soap: Soap Commander “Drive”

Menthol: Stirling Frost Drops

AS: Aqua Velva Ice Blue

Balm: Stirling Glacial Unscented

View attachment 220444

The Shave...
Decided to stick to 2 passes today: WTG & ATG. I largely avoided buffing until I got to the chin, then kept the buffing very light--for now, I can see no way of avoiding buffing when shaving the chin. Also, I did take an extra pass at the chin, so I'm really more at 2+ passes.

The results were much better: almost no irritation and a CCS. I think if I were to have started off XTG, I might have got the same irritation free shave, but closer to the DFS side of things. That’ll be worth trying out tomorrow.

Everybody have a fantastic Hump Day--it's just about over anyhow

10 down, 90 to go!
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You are progressing nicely Grasshopper just remember to respect the blade and the blade will respect you!

Great shave and impressive Tim.

Hembree · Mar 11, 2020

Terry said: ↑

Thanks Danny!
But I think that's stretching it a bit.
tp
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No I am not Terry. I heard you welded up an engine block with a 12 volt car battery and can patch a radiator with a raw egg.

Trigger · Mar 11, 2020

Terry said: ↑

Nice Joe!
You got the open blade rocking.
Great repot!

tp
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Thanks Terry! I really enjoy straight/shavette shaves! I also enjoy safety razor shaves, but it doesn't excite me as much. I t could be that I like to pretend that I am James Bond 007 in that famous straight razor scene in Skyfall. Lol!

Hembree · Mar 11, 2020

Terry said: ↑

Reading the instructions huh Danny?
Well then...

tp
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Have you seen the "international razor aggression table"? I am still looking but I figured if anyone had it it would be you. Maybe Charlie @wristwatchb has the table. It would be right up his engineering alley.

Hembree · Mar 11, 2020

Trigger said: ↑

March 11
Good evening guys!
Shavette Shave # 149
Dovo Shavette
Rockwell 1/2 DE Blade (2)
Semogue OC Super Badger Brush
Razorock Classic SS
Old Spice AS
Nivea ASB
I haven't used this brush in awhile so I decided it needed to be activated. This brush really whipped up a nice lather. The RR Classic has a nice almond scent and it really is easy to lather from the puck because the container has plenty of room to do so. On a 32 hr stubble, I only needed 2wo passes and some neck touchups gave me an irritation free, BBS shave. I might add that there weren't any red droplets of any kind to ruin a very comfortable shave. Applied the Old Spice and there wasn't any stinging sensation whatsoever. Finished with the last drops of Nivea ASB. Face looks clean and I am smiling. Now, I am planning on doing my last shavette shave on Friday which will be #150 because I stated that I would only be with Tim, Patrick and Charlie to encourage and to be with them at the start of their 100 shavette shave journey. On the weekend, I will commemorate my 150th traditional straight razor shave and that will give me my 300 open blade shaves. Next week, in keeping with Shavette, Straight and SE March theme, I am going to do a mini focus with my newly acquired Schick Injector Razor E3. I want to improve my technique with this razor and believe I will have it done by the end of next week. That's my program for the next 10 days. Have a great evening fellas!
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Awesome shave Joe. 150 shavette shaves will definitely be a milestone!

Hembree · Mar 11, 2020

Terry said: ↑

Just stay out of isle 12 at the local Piggly Wiggly ....

Don't worry, you'll figure it out soon enough.

tp
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They will hurt that boy! He will never know what hit him.

myles wilson · Mar 11, 2020

Terry said: ↑

Just stay out of isle 12 at the local Piggly Wiggly ....

Don't worry, you'll figure it out soon enough.

tp
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i know what a piggly wiggly is, but i really i hope i get that cause right now I don't lol

Is it okay to eat cookies and ice cream together?

Yes

Yes