December 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion

Discussion in 'Shower or Shave of the Day' started by Primotenore, Nov 30, 2020.

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What are your shaving plans for December?

  1. I will break out my most decadent gear and really have at it.

    6 vote(s)
    18.8%
  2. I am going to mix it up, shaving with whatever suits my fancy.

    18 vote(s)
    56.3%
  3. I am going to adhere to the 30 Day rule.

    5 vote(s)
    15.6%
  4. December is my month to focus on one particular piece of equipment.

    2 vote(s)
    6.3%
  5. I am going to look for the BEST Christmas cookie recipe.

    9 vote(s)
    28.1%
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  1. myles wilson

    myles wilson Moth Ball Mouth

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  2. brit

    brit in a box

    fine shave and pic Evan,cool brush.good evening..:cool:
     
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  3. 9nein9

    9nein9 Guest

    I use Dickinson's also and don't find it has any smell.
     
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  4. myles wilson

    myles wilson Moth Ball Mouth

    wow now that was surprising, I was hesitant on WD-40 but hey I'll try it.
     
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  5. brit

    brit in a box

    different market maybe?,thayers products are scented with aloe vera and other ingredients.also different between astringent and toner.astringent has alcohol added.
     
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  6. 9nein9

    9nein9 Guest

    I may have to tap your creative powers net time I make a "razor". That's depending on further cookie/royalty payment negotiations though. We must have some cookie brands here that aren't available where you are . A man of your talent probably has a high asking price I assume.
     
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  7. jgreenepa

    jgreenepa Nasal Barbarian

    Gary, the thing I never got about all the whining around honing is that it is magnitudes easier than sharpening knives. The angle is built in. I would suggest watching a couple of Glen Mercurio (@gssixgun) or Lynn Abrams videos. You’ll get it easily!
     
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  8. myles wilson

    myles wilson Moth Ball Mouth

    :signs011:
     
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  9. myles wilson

    myles wilson Moth Ball Mouth

    would've thought you were at least 50 in that photo... good genes
     
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  10. 9nein9

    9nein9 Guest

    Could be Gary.. Mine just says 100% natural astringent but has no alcohol smell.
     
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  11. 9nein9

    9nein9 Guest

    Awesome reports gents!!!
     
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  12. jgreenepa

    jgreenepa Nasal Barbarian

    NOT SEVERELY OVERWEIGHT???
    That sir, is a left-handed compliment if ever I have heard one! ;)
     
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  13. MrEE

    MrEE Half Naked Shave Stalker

    Yeah for the FuzzTech... :)
     
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  14. jgreenepa

    jgreenepa Nasal Barbarian

    Great shave, Andrew! The only Muhle I own is my 2011 R41, but if yours shaves as well as mine, it must be a winner!!
     
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  15. Droo78

    Droo78 Well-Known Member

    No, I get it. Not weird. You just have your own preferences.

    The first WH I used was Thayers (because that's what I saw on the forums). Then I bought some Walmart (Equate) witch hazel. I noticed a much stronger smell from it. Then, I tried Dickinson's and have used it ever since. To me, it falls in the middle for scent strength (and cost). Honestly, I don't mind the scent.

    On another note, for some reason I have not seen store brand generic WH available in either Walmart, Kroger or Publix ever since the pandemic started in March. And Dickinson's is hit or miss for availability. I have no idea what would cause a WH shortage during a pandemic. I don't believe it has really strong antibacterial or antiviral properties.
     
  16. brit

    brit in a box

    don't get me wrong.WD-40 isn't something that you want to soak your face with.most of these vintage gillettes survived without any real maintenance but rinsing."rode hard and put away wet"
    i have used this stuff for protecting exterior door lock assemblies/key tumblers on cars with great results.including frozen locks.mineral oils,graphite concoctions gum stuff up after time and heat play their role.any liquid lubricant with an evaporative aerosol carrier will protect metal quite well under normal circumstances.remember to wipe of the excess from the razor doors and handle and let dry..this and a somewhat routine soak to remove soap build up will guarantee your tto's to last a long time.:).mineral oils work well but require more frequent maintenance..
     
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  17. jgreenepa

    jgreenepa Nasal Barbarian

    Take it slow and careful, my friend! Check out Lynn Abrams video for new straight shavers!
     
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  18. jgreenepa

    jgreenepa Nasal Barbarian

    Having used all of the formerly named WH products, I would strongly endorse Humphreys Lilac WH! It’s an awesome product!
     
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  19. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    Wonderful shave, Evan!
     
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  20. jgreenepa

    jgreenepa Nasal Barbarian

    David, get yourself the Feather Softguard AC blade. It’s the perfect blade to learn on and very forgiving!
     
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