Thank you, Jim! He hasn’t gotten any worse. Still needs the ventilator. Prayers are appreciated! We’re praying as well.

Great shave and report, Paul!

The Merry Mixed Up Month of May!

May 3

Razor - Gillette Red Tip Super Speed
Blade -
Soap - Proraso Green
Brush - Wolf Whisker Custom Grade A Silvertip
Post - Alum

Sundays are my Friday. Not sure if that's why they're so tough to deal with or if it's just something about how things work on Sunday. Whatever it is, I'm tired and cranky. And no, I am NOT that old. Well, ok, maybe I am. Anyway, I decided to mix it up today and move to the Gillette Red Tip Super Speed. This is a really top notch example, as it was in mint condition when I obtained it from @Primotenore . It's definitely a show piece, but man can it shave when it comes out to play. Paired with the Sharp Star, this is luxury. Even by tossing in some Proraso I didn't hurt the feel and finish. Proraso is a really good soap for those who like the bargains and traditional winners. It was my first soap five years ago, which is partly why it got the call. The other reason? To throw something a bit "pedestrian" in with an otherwise top notch geared shave. The brush - Wolf Whiskers? Yeah. It's top notch too. But, when the weakest link in your shave is Proraso you've got a good shave going! Finish was BBS and it was a great 3 pass shave.

Fun memory of the day. Some of you are familiar with @HolyRollah . He's a legend on TSD for his straight razor knowledge and use, and an all around great guy. But......are you aware he's a prophet?? I have the proof. It was a short post back on December 28, 2014 as we worked our way to the start of this group. Chris @Bama Samurai had posted a pic of a knife and a soap stick. The response from Kevin prophesied two things. What some around here have found to do with knives, and a particular style of razor that Chris has mastered and become the grand master of teaching. You can find that prophecy HERE!

Have a great Monday and an even better week!

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Great kit and shave, Maestro! Lovely pic!

Yea I agree, I honestly am more excited about the new job right now lol

very cool Myles..

very cool,thanks for checking in.glad you are well..

thank you Jeff,day was nice and quiet..fine lunch and a knap..glad you got out today.i am doing a short trip mid next week..,gas up and cobweb adjustment..

very cool Myles..if you mess around with girls you'll need 3 jobs...address the gf situation once you have a law degree and off shore accounts.

May 3rd

Razor Valet Autostrop
Blade: Feather FHS (3)
Brush: DSCosmetic Galaxy 26
PS: Proraso Green
SS & AS: Stirling Sharp Dressed Man

Pretty uneventful shave this morning. Not sure if stopping is preserving the blades edge... I may stop shaving for a while. DFS after 2 passes.



On the positive side, I decided to test my CNC program with some aluminum. I did learn a few things and gained a lot of confidence. I'm pretty sure I will be able to make a shave quality blade. It might not look good, but I can make a razor shaped object.

Very true!

fine shave and pics Evan,cool progress..

One day, you may need to patent the design-slanted straight razor.

kidding aside Myles,i did the marriage and kids thing at an early age.both of mine are 24+ and i am at 53.so all good.i would change a few things though.enjoy your new job..

Thanks, Jeff! I can see why, now--fantastic design.

That's a gorgeous set up, Neal! Love that Wolf Whisker brush! And the history--the birth of a shavette legend

A 2 pass DFS is pretty awesome shaving, Evan!

If your steel blade turns out like the aluminum one, you will have made a beautiful looking blade, sir--man, am I jazzed watching this happen

Thanks Gary!

The razor looks like it is glowing, nice.

Awesome , what fun!

May 4th
Razor: Occam's DE
Blade: Gillette Nacet (1)
Brush: Yaqi High Mountain Silvertip
Pre-shave: PAA The Cube
Soap: PAA Frost Byte
PAA Galactic witch hazel
PAA unscented Star Jelly
AS: PAA Frost Byte

Menthol Monday

Good morning!

Excellent shave to start the day! Three passes for near BBS. The alum was a little warm on my left jaw and my Adam's apple.

Have a great day!

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