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December 30 Day Rule/Focus Pix & Discussion
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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. Droo78
    Gorgeous collection, Jim! Photo taken in the new light box?
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  2. Droo78
    Nice! Looks like some Gillette prewar Tech lather channel inspiration going on there.
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  3. Dave in KY
    Got them sorted out @jluc

    Original is the .68
    (-) is the .71
    (+) is the .88
    (++) is the 1.08
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  4. jluc
    The new - (mild) baseplate sounds interesting. The standard baseplate has the most exposure with a .68 gap. I prefer the ++, it has the widest gap but less exposure than the standard and the + baseplate. Riding the cap gives a very smooth shave with the ++, more so than the standard. I haven't tried the + or the - baseplate. I'll join you on Monday with my Carbon.

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  5. jluc
    Thanks, Andrew!
    Yup, took the picture using the new light box. Your photos appear that you use a light box as well?

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  6. wristwatchb
    Thanks Dave. They were yummy! No worries, my Bride is the real sports fan in our house. She follows both teams. Being from PA, you're just not used to having good sports teams. :happy097:
    Thanks Jeff. Scents of BBQ ribs, sausage balls, party mix, and Tabac shave lather wafted all through the house today.
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    Thanks Clint. I hope you get some downtime and good rest this evening.
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  7. Droo78
    No light box, just sunshine from the windows and a black poster board sloping down from two stacked pillows. ;)
    Simple, but doesn't work as well without the sun. That's why I am intrigued by the light box idea.
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  8. jluc
    My go to was a black towel draped over a cardboard box next to a window. And you're right, only a good option during the day.

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  9. Dave in KY
    Thanks, that's more than I found and helpful
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  10. jgreenepa
    I don’t see any cracks in the blade! Not familiar with the maker, but it should clean up. For $20 I’ve sourced cleaner blades, but if it speaks to you, go for it! Some XXX Fine Steel Wool should take care of a lot of it with some elbow grease. I’d steer clear of Dremels or any power tool for cleaning up the blade, as you risk losing the temper of the steel. I’d start with the steel wool and then some 1-3k grit sand paper.
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  11. jgreenepa
    Enjoy it, Dave!
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  12. Dave in KY
    Thanks Jeff, hopefully
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  13. clint64
    Very cool Dave. Please don't like the Carbon more than the Yates. :D
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  14. Dave in KY
    IKR ? The handle fits the Yates :D
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  15. clint64
    You're not helping. :sad027:
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  16. Dave in KY
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  17. jtspartan
    DEcember 26th
    New Improved ‘Bostonian’ w PermaSharp (1)
    Omega Pro/Poculi
    Fine L’Orange Noir SS
    Thayers
    M-bombed Stirling Arkadia AS
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    A relaxed, late afternoon shave. Another day with the NI. Swapped out the blade as it felt a little rough yesterday. Yup that was the culprit. A great smelling 2 pass shave with an outstanding lather. A little added menthol to the splash, just because.
    Have a great night all!
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  18. JACarbone
    Hope you and your family had a wonderful Christmas
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  19. Hembree
    Awesome shave Jeff! Very nice gear and a 60 mile ride for your wife..........yes......you ain't going to catch her! :D
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  20. Hembree
    Love Jack Skully! Very nice shave Joe.
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