June 2020 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion | Page 167

Droo78 · Jun 15, 2020

Trigger said: ↑

Terrific shave Andrew!
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Thank you, Joe!

Droo78 · Jun 15, 2020

NCoxSTL said: ↑

Just the Basics June!

June 14

Razor - Kai Captain (pain stick)
Blade -
Soap - Stirling Sheep
Brush - 30DC Meet UP LE w/ TGN Grade A Silvertip
Post - Alum

I'm not sure how a pain stick focus turned up inside Just the Basics June, but it appears to have done just that. I just moved right on to the Kai Captain tonight. Very similar in size to the Feather SS, this is another higher end pain stick. Different shape grip but it features a head/blade holder based on the Feather DX and CJB. No safety lip needed nor wanted on this razor. Just stayed with a Feather Pro blade. I've used the Kai AC blades and they are excellent, but I think the Feathers are just a tad better. Maybe half a tad, whatever that is. For the soap and brush combination I decided to name it SHEEP SUNDAY and use the Stirling Sheep for that mutton tallow awesomeness! The 30DC Meet Up LE handle with the Silvertip knot was a true joy to use and I could have done 6 passes before running out of lather. As it was I just did three passes, then a light fourth more for touch up and just to keep playing around. Ended very near BBS and the alum was mostly quiet, except for one small slip near my goatee where I had a shaky set down. Nothing major, just a drop of blood and a sting from the alum. Other than that, a fantastic shave.

The new week dawns. Go get it!

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Fine shave, Neal.

Boojum1 · Jun 15, 2020

June 15, 2020

WR1-OC with Darwin Ti
Wizamet Super Iridium
Paladin Shaving Round Table LVII LE
Krampert's Frostbite Soap and Aftershave
Barrister and Mann Reserve Cool
Brooks Brothers Blue

Droo78 · Jun 15, 2020

Trigger said: ↑

June 15

Early good morning guys!

Straight Razor Shave #+180
Joseph Elliott Square Pt Full Hollow
Barbury Synthetic Brush
Stirling Piacenza SS and AS

I was not going to shave until Tuesday because I wanted to see what the Mad Max would do with 3 days growth. Anyway, I had mentioned earlier that this razor was in very bad shape. It had a big chip with a few minor ones as well. It was given to me by a friend and I accepted it because I didn't want to appear ungrateful. At the time, I thought this razor would never shave because I wasn't an experienced honer and to get ot professionally repaired would be prohibitive. Anyway, I continued working on this razor to see if I could get it shave ready and lo and behold I did. It took a lot of hours to really get it done. Unfortunately, I dropped the razor and the tip at the spike broke off so I had to mute it because it was really sharp. Anyway, after 2.5 passes I ended with an
IBSS. Went back and hit the razor with the milder grits, then hit the fabric, then crox, then fabric and finally leather to finish the shave. I ended with an IBSS++ with no irritation, but got weeps during the fool's pass. No biggie. Finished with the aftershave. I can't believe that I got a decent shave with this razor. She may not be pretty, but she still has life in her. Well, that is my first successful restoration project. I am shocked to say the least. I think that I will fine tune her later on to see if I can get her somewhat sharper. I guess this razor will be a member of my den. This would make 15 straight razors in my possession. Now, I have to stay off Ebay because I would look for not ready for prime time straight razor bargains. Lol! Have a great day guys! View attachment 228369 View attachment 228369
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Congrats on the restoration, Joe!

Droo78 · Jun 15, 2020

clint64 said: ↑

June 15, 2020
Supply Co V2 ●●
Proline
PAA Peregrino
PAA Chel Preshave
Mike’s Orange, Cedarwood & Black Pepper
WSP Oud Citron Solid Cologne

I had to have Asha at the airport at 5:30am so it was a very early shower and shave for me. Inspired by @Primotenore , I will stick with Mike's OC&BP until its gone. Both the Chel and Star Jelly are at best a thick liquid. I think the heat during shipment cooked them. Even so the Chel used as preshave provides a fantastic cooling sensation that last well beyond the shave. Despite the time constraints this morning, I managed to catch the baby. I hope everyone has a great Monday
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Excellent early morning shave, Clint! My jar of Chel has the consistency of a light hair gel, as opposed to a pomade.

Droo78 · Jun 15, 2020

jluc said: ↑

June 15th
Razor: RR Wunderbar Slant
Blade: Treet Platinum (3)
Brush: PAA Peregrino
Pre-shave: PAA Rabid Banana Cube
Soap: PAA Astra Planeta
PAA Galactic witch hazel
PAA Astra Planeta Star Jelly
AS: PAA Astra Planeta

Good morning!

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

Astra Planeta, my workday soap until it's gone. Today was the fifth use. I'm going to guess about seventy more to go.

Have a great day!

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Outstanding photo and shave, Jim!

Droo78 · Jun 15, 2020

Paul Turner said: ↑

Winner of a shave this morning, with P.A.A. Boomtown Bay Rum soap&Clubman Special Reserve A.S. 0:30 to load the Crown King Spindle Duro Tali brush with a nice amount of the soap. Strong sweeping motion covered all the bases(face&neck). No cuts/weepers(always a good sign for me!). 2 fine passes. I think tomorrow I'll go ahead and do a 3rd, as I'm sure I'll once again have enough soap to complete the triple play. But 2 really has been enough for me. I don't see any reason not to give this one a Top Of The World Excellent.
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Fine shave, Paul! Glad to see you with the ToTWE result!

ischiapp · Jun 15, 2020

Another rookie-style shave.
With some accessories, I've got all the goodness I need in my morning routine.

SOTD 20200615 San Francesco
by IschiaPP @ Forio
•••
Oleolito LCC Olio Prebarba Medicato by Dr IschiaPP
---
The Grooming Co. AVAmix Sintético 4gen 24x52x95mm
---
Vitos Sapone Verde Supercrema Fisissima Emolliente (sample, repack)
---
Gillette “Fusion” ProGlide Power SilverTouch Flexball
---
Gillette “Fusion” ProGlide Power Multi5 GFPGP5 #287
---
Mennen "Skin Bracer" After Shave
•••
#Shave #WetShaving #WetShavers
#ShaveOfTheDay #ShaveLikeaMan
#MoneyForNothing #GreatValue

Full size:
https://i.imgur.com/1730hrt.jpg
Soundtrack:
I've got You under my skin | Frank Sinatra

Trigger · Jun 15, 2020

clint64 said: ↑

Good job in repairing the razor and getting it shave ready Joe. Bravo.
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Thank you Clint! It was a lot of work, but I am glad that this razor can shave.

Trigger · Jun 15, 2020

clint64 said: ↑

June 15, 2020
Supply Co V2 ●●
Proline
PAA Peregrino
PAA Chel Preshave
Mike’s Orange, Cedarwood & Black Pepper
WSP Oud Citron Solid Cologne

I had to have Asha at the airport at 5:30am so it was a very early shower and shave for me. Inspired by @Primotenore , I will stick with Mike's OC&BP until its gone. Both the Chel and Star Jelly are at best a thick liquid. I think the heat during shipment cooked them. Even so the Chel used as preshave provides a fantastic cooling sensation that last well beyond the shave. Despite the time constraints this morning, I managed to catch the baby. I hope everyone has a great Monday
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Very nice shave and pic Clint! Have a nice day as well!

Trigger · Jun 15, 2020

jluc said: ↑

Great shave and great job on the razor, Joe! Wonderful picture, Clint!

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Thanks Jim!

Trigger · Jun 15, 2020

jluc said: ↑

June 15th
Razor: RR Wunderbar Slant
Blade: Treet Platinum (3)
Brush: PAA Peregrino
Pre-shave: PAA Rabid Banana Cube
Soap: PAA Astra Planeta
PAA Galactic witch hazel
PAA Astra Planeta Star Jelly
AS: PAA Astra Planeta

Good morning!

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

Astra Planeta, my workday soap until it's gone. Today was the fifth use. I'm going to guess about seventy more to go.

Have a great day!

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Terrific shave Jim!

Droo78 · Jun 15, 2020

Primotenore said: ↑

June Focus

Mediterráneo~~Simpson~~Boker~~Santa Maria Novella
Haven't hit the stones with a straight in quite a while, so I decided to remedy that this morning.
Took the Boker to the Naniwa 12K and followed it up with work on the Shapton 16k Glass.
Under the loupe, the edge looked quite glistening, as a matter of fact, you can clearly
see the defining edge in my photo. Naturally, you can't tell if it's any good to not;
you'll just have to take my word that it tree-topped easily and got the job done on the kisser.
Back to a badger for the lather production and the Persian Jar did a very nice job.
I was a bit too aggressive during the loading and did break off two hairs.
Nevertheless, the PJ3 forgave my transgression and delivered some lovely, wet, shiny
lather all over my face and laid down the proverbial ground-work for a great shave.
The hollow-ground Boker buttered some toast and sang out-loud for three
superb passes, resulting in a DFS+++ shave.
I have long since given up "chasing the baby" as I find it---for me, a ridiculous attempt.
As for the "fool's pass", well...let's just say I didn't give it that name,
so it must have earned it for good reason.
Finished with a nice splash of Thayer's Medicated WH, thanks again @timabababaluka
and for the grand finale, I spritzed myself with, what has truly become my favorite scent,
Santa Maria Novella Nostalgia.
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Exemplary shave, report and photo, Joseph!

Droo78 · Jun 15, 2020

Boojum1 said: ↑

June 15, 2020

WR1-OC with Darwin Ti
Wizamet Super Iridium
Paladin Shaving Round Table LVII LE
Krampert's Frostbite Soap and Aftershave
Barrister and Mann Reserve Cool
Brooks Brothers Blue

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Great looking shave, Mark. Such a cool brush!

Droo78 · Jun 15, 2020

ischiapp said: ↑

Another rookie-style shave.
With some accessories, I've got all the goodness I need in my morning routine.

SOTD 20200615 San Francesco
by IschiaPP @ Forio
•••
Oleolito LCC Olio Prebarba Medicato by Dr IschiaPP
---
The Grooming Co. AVAmix Sintético 4gen 24x52x95mm
---
Vitos Sapone Verde Supercrema Fisissima Emolliente (sample, repack)
---
Gillette “Fusion” ProGlide Power SilverTouch Flexball
---
Gillette “Fusion” ProGlide Power Multi5 GFPGP5 #287
---
Mennen "Skin Bracer" After Shave
•••
#Shave #WetShaving #WetShavers
#ShaveOfTheDay #ShaveLikeaMan
#MoneyForNothing #GreatValue

Full size:
https://i.imgur.com/1730hrt.jpg
Soundtrack:
I've got You under my skin | Frank Sinatra

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Excellent photo and shave!

Trigger · Jun 15, 2020

Primotenore said: ↑

Excellent work rescuing the razor, Joe.
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Thanks Joseph!

JACarbone · Jun 15, 2020

Gemini Shave Month (Twin shaves-same set up two days in a row).

Rating: 5 / 5

Razor: Thiers-Issard Super Gnome Extra
Brush: Ever Ready 200T
Lather: Declaration Grooming Darkfall
Aftershave: Declaration Grooming Darkfall
Additional Care:
Barbero Alum Block
Stirling Tea Tree Witch Hazel
Stirling Unscented Glacial Balm

I am a big fan of this soap and splash combination. I enjoy using it year round although it is an autumnal scent.

The TI Super Gnome delivered a flawless and comfortable shave. This razor is my first straight I acquired in 2002. As my standard, another three pass shave.

So today starts off the final Three days of distance learning with the first two having this combination in the lineup. A great way to end the school year and start relaxing for the summer.

Have a great day gentlemen.

Here is a picture of the newest addition to the family.

JACarbone · Jun 15, 2020

Boojum1 said: ↑

June 15, 2020

WR1-OC with Darwin Ti
Wizamet Super Iridium
Paladin Shaving Round Table LVII LE
Krampert's Frostbite Soap and Aftershave
Barrister and Mann Reserve Cool
Brooks Brothers Blue

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Nice!

JACarbone · Jun 15, 2020

ischiapp said: ↑

Another rookie-style shave.
With some accessories, I've got all the goodness I need in my morning routine.

SOTD 20200615 San Francesco
by IschiaPP @ Forio
•••
Oleolito LCC Olio Prebarba Medicato by Dr IschiaPP
---
The Grooming Co. AVAmix Sintético 4gen 24x52x95mm
---
Vitos Sapone Verde Supercrema Fisissima Emolliente (sample, repack)
---
Gillette “Fusion” ProGlide Power SilverTouch Flexball
---
Gillette “Fusion” ProGlide Power Multi5 GFPGP5 #287
---
Mennen "Skin Bracer" After Shave
•••
#Shave #WetShaving #WetShavers
#ShaveOfTheDay #ShaveLikeaMan
#MoneyForNothing #GreatValue

Full size:
https://i.imgur.com/1730hrt.jpg
Soundtrack:
I've got You under my skin | Frank Sinatra

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Cool

JACarbone · Jun 15, 2020

Paul Turner said: ↑

Winner of a shave this morning, with P.A.A. Boomtown Bay Rum soap&Clubman Special Reserve A.S. 0:30 to load the Crown King Spindle Duro Tali brush with a nice amount of the soap. Strong sweeping motion covered all the bases(face&neck). No cuts/weepers(always a good sign for me!). 2 fine passes. I think tomorrow I'll go ahead and do a 3rd, as I'm sure I'll once again have enough soap to complete the triple play. But 2 really has been enough for me. I don't see any reason not to give this one a Top Of The World Excellent.
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Fabulous shave Paul. Boomtown is one of my favorite Bay Rum scents.

Your plan for June?

I'm gonna rock a RULE!

Basic razors are my plan. Keep it simple, keep it real.

Basic aftershaves and shave cream soap. Keep it simple, keep it real.

Basic everything! Keep it simple, keep it real.

I'm just waiting for more cookies. Keep it simple, keep it sweet!

I'm just waiting for more ice cream. Keep it simple, keep it cold!

I'm going to shave. With some gear. Just keeping on like I always do.