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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. Thank you Joe.....well, my attitude is always good when it's Super Duper or above. :). I think it's improved since Joseph (Primo)'s advice from a couple months back, where he said I shouldn;t worry about a cut/Knick when it happens-the worrying(if any)should happen at the end of the shave(i.e. the cold-water rinse). Off to the gym in a while. :).
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  2. Thank you, Perry :).
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  3. This handle feels a bit heavier than the one that came with the R89 (I don't have a scale, so it may not be much difference). I'll have to see how another handle will feel too. Thanks.
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  4. Dec 12 SOTD

    Good morning guys!

    Straight razor shave #229
    6/8 Ralf Aust Full Hollow Spanish Point
    Semogue OC Super Badger Brush
    Stirling Spice SS and AS
    Whisker Growth: 38 hours

    I haven't used this razor in 2 months so it was time to bring it out. Bloomed the soap to get a preshave from the bloom water. The Semogue brush whipped up a nice, creamy, wet lather and it was rare that I enjoyed this brush. It is such a lather hog, but with changing my technique on lathering with badger brushes, ithas been a better exoerience. I used to splay the brushes first and then paint the lather, but I have found doing the reverse will release the lather more effortlessly. Two passes and a touchup gave me a BBS - shave without any errors. Splashed on the juice and I am quite pleased with this morning's shave. I must say that the Stirling Spice scent really gives off a pleasant cologne type scent. It is one of my favorite fragrances.
    Tomorrow night I will use the same setup in keeping with my double-duty theme. Have a great Saturday gents! 20201212_082418.jpg
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  5. Plus Bay Rum keeps the mosquitoes and gnats away from your face. :D
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  6. I enjoy your posts Jeff! I am so glad you enjoy straight shaving! Well done! Well done!
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  7. Like I said, "No sweat". I always have my name on the signature lines below my posts to help old roosters like me to help them remember. Sometimes, the young ones need a reminder, too! Lol!
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  8. My little Den is getting quite crammed now. After my BIG purchase(s) soon, I may need to put some soaps or aftershaves into my bedroom! The time for creative thinking has begun.
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  9. Mine is different than that...
    I pour some witch hazel onto a cotton round and wipe my face, thus removing all soap residue. Then, once that dries I splash on my aftershave.
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  10. Thanks Perry
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  11. Thanks everyone :)
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  12. Very nice Jeff. Two cool vintage razors as well.

    Great looking shave Joe.
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  13. Fabulous shave with an awesome kit, PierPaolo! I just love the handle on that safety razor! Enjoy your weekend, my friend! I just lost another cousin to Covid in Montecatini Terme where my family’s from! Stay safe and healthy!
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  14. I agree completely, Barry! I own two Pro48’s, one in its original handle and another transplanted to one of Jason’s (@jtspartan) exemplary brush handles! :happy088:
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  15. Great shave, Paul!
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  16. Ty, Clint.
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  17. Thanks, Clint! How are you feeling, my friend? Praying for your recovery! :happy005:
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  18. Great shave, Joe! Glad you enjoyed the full experience! Enjoy your weekend! :cool:
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  19. Thank you Jeff! My condolences on your cousin's passing.
    Hembree, brit, PLAla and 2 others like this.
  20. Thanks, Joe! I’m glad I discovered my forearm weighting method. Enjoy your weekend!
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