March 2020 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix and Discussion | Page 299

jtspartan · Mar 21, 2020

b1hart said: ↑

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March 21st

Jumping back in. Incredibly saturated with over commitment to work in late February, time left was family & sleep. Not much image/posting/browsing time. Work came to a screeching halt this past week. I'll refocus to some house projects and TSD/30DC posting during social distancing while events are what they are.

I did notice that March had a few 30DC'rs with a shavette theme, and so I've used the Feather AC DX ~10 times this month so far. Other shaves were with a Gillette Old Type, or with my Rex Ambassador. My den hasn't seen any new purchases (a rarity for me!).

Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements - Pre Shave Tube 2.0, Star Jelly AS Balm, Gondolier CK6 Shave Cream & AS/Cologne
Feather Pro Guard
Feather AC DX - Kamisori Style
Ever Ready 100 w/synthetic flat top

Everything worked wonderfully this morning, 2 passes with neck touch ups resulting in a DFS+. No shenanigans to report. The brush is a restored ER 100 with a synthetic flat top knot (brush courtesy of the 2020 TSD traveling box round 1).

Hope everyone is doing well, staying well, and has a great Saturday!
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Welcome back, Blair! Good to hear from you. You jumped right back in with some awesome colour-matching, I see.

blondblue · Mar 21, 2020

RyX said: ↑

Thanks Keith! Good to be around again. That Firefox bookmark & Tapatalk icon kept looking at me with puppy dog eyes. Absence made my heart grow fonder, but it took a little while. I hope you and yours are doing OK. Still in S.K? Is The 'Rona an acceptable subject here in The 30 Day thread?
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I think there are 3 threads devoted to 'Rona....or here in Massachusetts 'Roner.

brit · Mar 21, 2020

b1hart said: ↑

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March 21st

Jumping back in. Incredibly saturated with over commitment to work in late February, time left was family & sleep. Not much image/posting/browsing time. Work came to a screeching halt this past week. I'll refocus to some house projects and TSD/30DC posting during social distancing while events are what they are.

I did notice that March had a few 30DC'rs with a shavette theme, and so I've used the Feather AC DX ~10 times this month so far. Other shaves were with a Gillette Old Type, or with my Rex Ambassador. My den hasn't seen any new purchases (a rarity for me!).

Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements - Pre Shave Tube 2.0, Star Jelly AS Balm, Gondolier CK6 Shave Cream & AS/Cologne
Feather Pro Guard
Feather AC DX - Kamisori Style
Ever Ready 100 w/synthetic flat top

Everything worked wonderfully this morning, 2 passes with neck touch ups resulting in a DFS+. No shenanigans to report. The brush is a restored ER 100 with a synthetic flat top knot (brush courtesy of the 2020 TSD traveling box round 1).

Hope everyone is doing well, staying well, and has a great Saturday!
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fine shave and pic Blair,welcome back..

brit · Mar 21, 2020

wristwatchb said: ↑

March 21

Parker SRX
Feather (1)
30 Day Crew LE Figured Maple handle w/APShaveCo Tuxedo knot
Mike's Hungarian Lavender
Alum, Thayers WH, USB/Almond Oil, Floid Vigoroso, & Aramis EdT

2020 Shavette Focus Shave # 17

I returned to my normal two plus routine and enjoyed a DFS and very comfortable overall shave this morning. My cheeks would make any baby sick with envy. My chin could be closer, but I elected not to excessively buff it and risk an otherwise fine shave. I choose to work on my technique rather than rely on too much buffing. In my opinion, one of the keys to a good shave is knowing when to stop shaving. Using a Feather blade in the shavette is no big deal. A shavette deserves respect regardless of blade choice.

Mike's Natural Soap is another "top 5" soap. Performance is outstanding, and Mike uses first-rate ingredients. I also like his choice of simple packaging. The LE brush loaded easily and worked up a creamy, slick lather in nothing flat. I've had this puck for awhile, so the lavender scent is faint. Mike's has a characteristic ingredient scent that I don't mind. This one definitely qualifies for a re-buy.

Neither the alum nor Helga sang after the shave was complete. I've almost finished my barbershop sized bottle of Floid Vigoroso. I now more liberally apply my aftershaves, and this really showcases the menthol effect of the Vigoroso. I've enjoyed having it in my den, but it won't be a re-buy. I tend to prefer darker or cool-weather scents which are typical of bay rum or tobacco flower scented aftershaves. I also don't see myself buying another large container of aftershave, either. The Floid bottle can be slippery, and it would not be a good day in my house if I broke it on the tile floor.

All things considered, this was a fantastic shave. I've really enjoyed using the Parker SRX. It's fun to use, and mastery is within reach of anyone willing to invest the effort.

I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend.

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fine shave and pic Charlie,hope you's are well and staying safe..

RyX · Mar 21, 2020

Terry said: ↑

The injectors are great head shavers.
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Agree with you there Terry. From The Traveling Box of '19 I got a Schick type H, The Hussy. It's very compact with hardly any handle, but it give great head ... shaves. Going need to order more Chick blades soon if I choose it often. I've also enjoyed head shaves with a Yaqi DOC DE. It looks scary with that open comb DE cap and blade exposure, but the geometry is right so I don't nick my dome.

RyX · Mar 21, 2020

brit said: ↑

hello Rick ,welcome back..
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Thanks Gary my Canadian brother from a different mother! It's good to see familiar faces. Even Brian's @mrchick !

Trigger · Mar 21, 2020

Bama Samurai said: ↑

Present and accounted
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Even when you are not present, you are present in spirit, Chris.

Trigger · Mar 21, 2020

b1hart said: ↑

View attachment 221207
March 21st

Jumping back in. Incredibly saturated with over commitment to work in late February, time left was family & sleep. Not much image/posting/browsing time. Work came to a screeching halt this past week. I'll refocus to some house projects and TSD/30DC posting during social distancing while events are what they are.

I did notice that March had a few 30DC'rs with a shavette theme, and so I've used the Feather AC DX ~10 times this month so far. Other shaves were with a Gillette Old Type, or with my Rex Ambassador. My den hasn't seen any new purchases (a rarity for me!).

Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements - Pre Shave Tube 2.0, Star Jelly AS Balm, Gondolier CK6 Shave Cream & AS/Cologne
Feather Pro Guard
Feather AC DX - Kamisori Style
Ever Ready 100 w/synthetic flat top

Everything worked wonderfully this morning, 2 passes with neck touch ups resulting in a DFS+. No shenanigans to report. The brush is a restored ER 100 with a synthetic flat top knot (brush courtesy of the 2020 TSD traveling box round 1).

Hope everyone is doing well, staying well, and has a great Saturday!
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Awesome shave, pic and setup Charlie! That's a nice looking synthetic brush.

Trigger · Mar 21, 2020

b1hart said: ↑

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March 21st

Jumping back in. Incredibly saturated with over commitment to work in late February, time left was family & sleep. Not much image/posting/browsing time. Work came to a screeching halt this past week. I'll refocus to some house projects and TSD/30DC posting during social distancing while events are what they are.

I did notice that March had a few 30DC'rs with a shavette theme, and so I've used the Feather AC DX ~10 times this month so far. Other shaves were with a Gillette Old Type, or with my Rex Ambassador. My den hasn't seen any new purchases (a rarity for me!).

Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements - Pre Shave Tube 2.0, Star Jelly AS Balm, Gondolier CK6 Shave Cream & AS/Cologne
Feather Pro Guard
Feather AC DX - Kamisori Style
Ever Ready 100 w/synthetic flat top

Everything worked wonderfully this morning, 2 passes with neck touch ups resulting in a DFS+. No shenanigans to report. The brush is a restored ER 100 with a synthetic flat top knot (brush courtesy of the 2020 TSD traveling box round 1).

Hope everyone is doing well, staying well, and has a great Saturday!
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Nice shave and you were missed, Blair!

jtspartan · Mar 21, 2020

wristwatchb said: ↑

March 21

Parker SRX
Feather (1)
30 Day Crew LE Figured Maple handle w/APShaveCo Tuxedo knot
Mike's Hungarian Lavender
Alum, Thayers WH, USB/Almond Oil, Floid Vigoroso, & Aramis EdT

2020 Shavette Focus Shave # 17

I returned to my normal two plus routine and enjoyed a DFS and very comfortable overall shave this morning. My cheeks would make any baby sick with envy. My chin could be closer, but I elected not to excessively buff it and risk an otherwise fine shave. I choose to work on my technique rather than rely on too much buffing. In my opinion, one of the keys to a good shave is knowing when to stop shaving. Using a Feather blade in the shavette is no big deal. A shavette deserves respect regardless of blade choice.

Mike's Natural Soap is another "top 5" soap. Performance is outstanding, and Mike uses first-rate ingredients. I also like his choice of simple packaging. The LE brush loaded easily and worked up a creamy, slick lather in nothing flat. I've had this puck for awhile, so the lavender scent is faint. Mike's has a characteristic ingredient scent that I don't mind. This one definitely qualifies for a re-buy.

Neither the alum nor Helga sang after the shave was complete. I've almost finished my barbershop sized bottle of Floid Vigoroso. I now more liberally apply my aftershaves, and this really showcases the menthol effect of the Vigoroso. I've enjoyed having it in my den, but it won't be a re-buy. I tend to prefer darker or cool-weather scents which are typical of bay rum or tobacco flower scented aftershaves. I also don't see myself buying another large container of aftershave, either. The Floid bottle can be slippery, and it would not be a good day in my house if I broke it on the tile floor.

All things considered, this was a fantastic shave. I've really enjoyed using the Parker SRX. It's fun to use, and mastery is within reach of anyone willing to invest the effort.

I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend.

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Very nice, Charlie. How was the streamed Play last night?

Trigger · Mar 21, 2020

Primotenore said: ↑

March Focus

Hemingway Accoutrements~~Rubberset 400/3~~Detroit National Cut. Co.
Another week in the books and spring has sprung. We have daffodils up and wintery skies.
Very nice to see some familiar faces posting again.
Welcome back @RyX @b1hart and the imitable @mrchick

Now if we can get @wchnu to chime in, we can all join in a chorus of
"The Gang's All Here"
I actually can see the bottom of the HA jar, so the end is nigh.
Lather creation was spectacularly easy with the Rubberset.
Behold:

Dag nabit, photo-bombed once again.
Gave the Motown Mauler a good stropping, before going to work.
This edge is always ready for anything, and today was no exception.
Two passes and a bit of touch up was all that was required for a DFS+++ shave.
Large, palm-full of the HA tonic and we're off to the races.

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Bellisima rasatura Maestro!

jtspartan · Mar 21, 2020

jluc said: ↑

March 21st
Razor: HomeLike CT☆PT .69SB
Blade: Astra SP (3)
Brush: PAA Solar Flare
Pre-shave: PAA The Cube
Soap: Stirling Agar
PAA Galactic witch hazel
Stirling mentholated balm
AS: Stirling Agar

Good morning

Awesome shave to start the day! Three passes for near BBS. Just the lightest tickle from the alum.

This morning's shave completes my three shave run with the .69 SB baseplate. I'm a happy shaver. Ranks up there with the smoothest razors in my den although has probably one of the smallest if not the smallest amount of angle available to actually remove whiskers.

Have a great day!

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Great photo as always, Jim. I read somewhere that real Agar/Oud Essential Oil can go for around $30,000 a kilogram. Apparently the mold it comes from is only on about 2% of that type of tree. I’m guessing Stirling used a synthetic...

clint64 · Mar 21, 2020

wristwatchb said: ↑

March 21

Parker SRX
Feather (1)
30 Day Crew LE Figured Maple handle w/APShaveCo Tuxedo knot
Mike's Hungarian Lavender
Alum, Thayers WH, USB/Almond Oil, Floid Vigoroso, & Aramis EdT

2020 Shavette Focus Shave # 17

I returned to my normal two plus routine and enjoyed a DFS and very comfortable overall shave this morning. My cheeks would make any baby sick with envy. My chin could be closer, but I elected not to excessively buff it and risk an otherwise fine shave. I choose to work on my technique rather than rely on too much buffing. In my opinion, one of the keys to a good shave is knowing when to stop shaving. Using a Feather blade in the shavette is no big deal. A shavette deserves respect regardless of blade choice.

Mike's Natural Soap is another "top 5" soap. Performance is outstanding, and Mike uses first-rate ingredients. I also like his choice of simple packaging. The LE brush loaded easily and worked up a creamy, slick lather in nothing flat. I've had this puck for awhile, so the lavender scent is faint. Mike's has a characteristic ingredient scent that I don't mind. This one definitely qualifies for a re-buy.

Neither the alum nor Helga sang after the shave was complete. I've almost finished my barbershop sized bottle of Floid Vigoroso. I now more liberally apply my aftershaves, and this really showcases the menthol effect of the Vigoroso. I've enjoyed having it in my den, but it won't be a re-buy. I tend to prefer darker or cool-weather scents which are typical of bay rum or tobacco flower scented aftershaves. I also don't see myself buying another large container of aftershave, either. The Floid bottle can be slippery, and it would not be a good day in my house if I broke it on the tile floor.

All things considered, this was a fantastic shave. I've really enjoyed using the Parker SRX. It's fun to use, and mastery is within reach of anyone willing to invest the effort.

I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend.

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Great shave and report Charlie. Mike's Lavender is a fantastic soap.

b1hart said: ↑

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March 21st

Jumping back in. Incredibly saturated with over commitment to work in late February, time left was family & sleep. Not much image/posting/browsing time. Work came to a screeching halt this past week. I'll refocus to some house projects and TSD/30DC posting during social distancing while events are what they are.

I did notice that March had a few 30DC'rs with a shavette theme, and so I've used the Feather AC DX ~10 times this month so far. Other shaves were with a Gillette Old Type, or with my Rex Ambassador. My den hasn't seen any new purchases (a rarity for me!).

Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements - Pre Shave Tube 2.0, Star Jelly AS Balm, Gondolier CK6 Shave Cream & AS/Cologne
Feather Pro Guard
Feather AC DX - Kamisori Style
Ever Ready 100 w/synthetic flat top

Everything worked wonderfully this morning, 2 passes with neck touch ups resulting in a DFS+. No shenanigans to report. The brush is a restored ER 100 with a synthetic flat top knot (brush courtesy of the 2020 TSD traveling box round 1).

Hope everyone is doing well, staying well, and has a great Saturday!
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Welcome back Blair. Great to see you posting again.

Primotenore said: ↑

March Focus

Hemingway Accoutrements~~Rubberset 400/3~~Detroit National Cut. Co.
Another week in the books and spring has sprung. We have daffodils up and wintery skies.
Very nice to see some familiar faces posting again.
Welcome back @RyX @b1hart and the imitable @mrchick

Now if we can get @wchnu to chime in, we can all join in a chorus of
"The Gang's All Here"
I actually can see the bottom of the HA jar, so the end is nigh.
Lather creation was spectacularly easy with the Rubberset.
Behold:

Dag nabit, photo-bombed once again.
Gave the Motown Mauler a good stropping, before going to work.
This edge is always ready for anything, and today was no exception.
Two passes and a bit of touch up was all that was required for a DFS+++ shave.
Large, palm-full of the HA tonic and we're off to the races.

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Very entertaining write up Primo. Photo bombed again.

timabababaluka · Mar 21, 2020

wristwatchb said: ↑

March 21

Parker SRX
Feather (1)
30 Day Crew LE Figured Maple handle w/APShaveCo Tuxedo knot
Mike's Hungarian Lavender
Alum, Thayers WH, USB/Almond Oil, Floid Vigoroso, & Aramis EdT

2020 Shavette Focus Shave # 17

I returned to my normal two plus routine and enjoyed a DFS and very comfortable overall shave this morning. My cheeks would make any baby sick with envy. My chin could be closer, but I elected not to excessively buff it and risk an otherwise fine shave. I choose to work on my technique rather than rely on too much buffing. In my opinion, one of the keys to a good shave is knowing when to stop shaving. Using a Feather blade in the shavette is no big deal. A shavette deserves respect regardless of blade choice.

Mike's Natural Soap is another "top 5" soap. Performance is outstanding, and Mike uses first-rate ingredients. I also like his choice of simple packaging. The LE brush loaded easily and worked up a creamy, slick lather in nothing flat. I've had this puck for awhile, so the lavender scent is faint. Mike's has a characteristic ingredient scent that I don't mind. This one definitely qualifies for a re-buy.

Neither the alum nor Helga sang after the shave was complete. I've almost finished my barbershop sized bottle of Floid Vigoroso. I now more liberally apply my aftershaves, and this really showcases the menthol effect of the Vigoroso. I've enjoyed having it in my den, but it won't be a re-buy. I tend to prefer darker or cool-weather scents which are typical of bay rum or tobacco flower scented aftershaves. I also don't see myself buying another large container of aftershave, either. The Floid bottle can be slippery, and it would not be a good day in my house if I broke it on the tile floor.

All things considered, this was a fantastic shave. I've really enjoyed using the Parker SRX. It's fun to use, and mastery is within reach of anyone willing to invest the effort.

I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend.

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Awesome shave, photo and report, Charlie--you've got that SRX spotlessly mirror-like!

Think I'll stick to the 2 or 3 pass, no buff shaves as well. Except Sunday--Sundays I chase the baby; consequences be darned

jtspartan · Mar 21, 2020

clint64 said: ↑

March 21, 2020
Karve with D Plate
Gillette 7 O’clock Yellow
30DC LE with Tuxedo
Bad Habits
Shave Soap & Aftershave
Guerlain Habit Rouge EdT

Up and moving pretty early this morning. My wife is off to Lexington to move Maya home this weekend since the University of KY is going online classes and closing the dorms. I decided to pull out the Karve. I cleaned it up and polished it lightly. Honestly, I have given serious thought to selling the Karve just because I don't want to deal with the brass. If it stays in the den, I will most likely antique the brass so I want have to keep it clean. The 30DC LE loaded and lathered Bad Habits with ease. The scent of the soap opens with a citrus over leather and tobacco that smooths out into a base of woody notes. The scent is inspired by Habit Rouge and does a great job of capture the essence of the EdT. Three passes and touch ups caught the baby with ease. A splash of the matching aftershave followed by Habit Rouge and I am ready for the day. I am on the way to a client site to pick up some files and work remotely this afternoon. I hope everyone has a great Saturday.
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Nice shave, Clint. The soap sounds great. I’d vote for keeping the Karve and let it develop that lovely brass patina.

jtspartan · Mar 21, 2020

timabababaluka said: ↑

It's awesome to see how quickly you picked up and mastered the injector, Joe.

I've got a boar that has been shedding quite a bit as I've practiced lathering with it trying to teach myself the subtle differences between badger, boar, and synthetic. If it tapers off and quits, no big deal--I'm just afraid of an eventual avalanche of bristles that end what is a pretty nice brush.
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Which boar is it, Tim? Some are known shedders, others it would be rarer.

jtspartan · Mar 21, 2020

Keithmax said: ↑

Saturday shave with a 8/8 Friodur stainless straight razor. This is some fine German steel and takes a wonderful edge. An excellent shave today.

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Awesome. Sirius calls one of their classic rock stations ‘Cassette Era Rock’. I guess I’m that age...

Bama Samurai · Mar 21, 2020

Trigger said: ↑

Even when you are not present, you are present in spirit, Chris.
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I appreciate that. If I only had 26 hour days.

jtspartan · Mar 21, 2020

brit said: ↑

saturday shave
brit flat bottom new
platinum
canadian rubberset
erasmic
st.james
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Awesome looking razor again, Gary. The knot on that vintage brush looks original as well.

timabababaluka · Mar 21, 2020

b1hart said: ↑

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March 21st

Jumping back in. Incredibly saturated with over commitment to work in late February, time left was family & sleep. Not much image/posting/browsing time. Work came to a screeching halt this past week. I'll refocus to some house projects and TSD/30DC posting during social distancing while events are what they are.

I did notice that March had a few 30DC'rs with a shavette theme, and so I've used the Feather AC DX ~10 times this month so far. Other shaves were with a Gillette Old Type, or with my Rex Ambassador. My den hasn't seen any new purchases (a rarity for me!).

Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements - Pre Shave Tube 2.0, Star Jelly AS Balm, Gondolier CK6 Shave Cream & AS/Cologne
Feather Pro Guard
Feather AC DX - Kamisori Style
Ever Ready 100 w/synthetic flat top

Everything worked wonderfully this morning, 2 passes with neck touch ups resulting in a DFS+. No shenanigans to report. The brush is a restored ER 100 with a synthetic flat top knot (brush courtesy of the 2020 TSD traveling box round 1).

Hope everyone is doing well, staying well, and has a great Saturday!
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Great to hear from you again, Blair--fantastic looking set up, great report, and awesome photo! Love the looks of that Feather, btw.

Great results with the shavette! Thus far, a 2 pass shave with a shavette (even with touch ups) doesn't get much better than CCS for me, but I'll get there eventually.

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