30 Day Rule/Focus; Oct 2022. All are Welcome!

Thank you Gary.

 

it took that long to upload...but,seriosly,cool video.

 

thank you Joe,nice stuff.

 

thank you Joe.it was really nice.

 

Thanks again. For some reason, downloading my vids to my channel is very slow.

 

up for tomorrow..

 

My money's on the former.

 

Oct 19 SOTD

Good evening.

GEM MMOC Razor
Daylogic SE Blade (fresh)
JR #386 Silvertip Badger Brush
Stirling Executive Man SS
Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS
Maggard's Alum Block
Dickinson's Witch Hazel
Beard Growth: 31 hrs



I decided to give bowl lathering a rest and did a face lather instead. I also was lazy and went with the GEM MMOC as my shaver.
I usually get a thinner lather with my natural hair brushes, but Stirling soaps still give enough slickness to give me a great shave.
Did 2 passes with a touchup to give me a very near BBS result. The blade was kind of rough which surprised me because I used a fresh blade before and it wasn't as rough. I figure that the next time that I use this blade that it will be much smoother.
Despite the result, the alum feedback was strong on my neck areas which didn't surprise me. However, I was surprised that I didn't lose any blood or get any irritation. Go figure, lol! Finished this shave with my usual routine. The Aqua Velva felt nice. Take care.

 

Late shave today with no shave yesterday. I been busy as heck! so, I had more than 48 hours worth of growth! Cold day so, it was a good one for the Bay Rum

Razor - Parker 94R
Blade - Shark (1) binned after shave
Shave soap - Bay Rum puck in my wooden bowl (I forget the brand...I have two different brands and like both)
Pre-shave cream - Proraso Red
Brush - Perfecto brush that I brought back from the almost dead. It works nicely now.
Post-shave - Thayers unscented Toner with witch hazel & Geo F Trumper "Skin Food" Sandalwood
After shave - Pinaud Clubman "Virgin Islands Bay Rum"

I washed face and warmed face with HOT washcloth while warming my lather bowl and brush. The bay rum is a nice relaxing scent. 2-pass shave WTG & ATG with minor cleanup. I forgot how nice the 94R is for shaving! Very pleasant! No cuts, nicks, or weepers. Alum bar was silent. I really did think I would get some feedback after the cleanup passes but, none. The Parker is a hefty razor so, I let the weight do all the work for me. I really like the Geo F Trumper balm. A little goes a long way. My face loves it!

The music at the senior center was excellent Tuesday! I will play guitar with Jimmy on Friday and e tld me that a friend I have not seen in months will be there around noon so, I will wait and go there then instead of the 9AM we normally do. Ed is coming up from New Jersey to see a concert locally of an artist he likes. He really likes my guiat playing and respects me for it so, it is fun to have him around. He is bringing his guitar too.

Theo was non-plused by my late shave. He is a creature of habit for sure and when I stray from normal routine, he gets upset with me. LOL
He is ready for bed soon but, I will have a bourbon and watch some news before bed.

 

Nice shave Hogie. Glad it went well at the Senior Center.

 

Fabulous shave Hogie. Sounds like you will be having a nice ham coming up on Friday.

 

Very nice shave Joe.

 

Thanks Joe. Btw, did the Sound Beach Diner reopen?

 

Joe,
I really like that kamosori!
Thanks for the picture!
- David

 

Excellent video Joe.

 

SOTD: 20th October 2022.



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Shaving recipe for today.

Prep: Warm shower:/Lynx Africa Squeezed Mandarin & Sandalwood Body Wash.

Pre:
Cold wet flannel to my face.
Pears Original Transparent Bar Soap.
Brush: Semogue 1470.
Bowl Lather.
Home Bargains Stainless Steel Side Bowl.
Lather: Nivea Men Sensitive Pro Ultra-Calming Liquid Shaving Cream.
Blade: Chinese Gillette Super Blue. (D4)
Razor: 1970's Aluminium Handle Gillette Tech. (ENG)

Post:
Cold water face wash with brush squeezing's, Cold Water Face Rinse. /Alum Block rub. /Cold Water Face Rinse. / P&G Old Spice Hawkridge ASL. / Boots Freshwood ASB.

Greetings,

Early Morning Shave,

Finishing my shaving week off wonderfully with 1970's Aluminium Handle Gillette Tech.

Throughout the week the Chinese Gillette Super Blue blade performed wonderfully with each razor what i like the Gillette London Bridge that i used in my previous weeks they have a good variation of sharpness smoothness, and good longevity.
I look forward to adding them to my blade rotation in future shaves.

Another very comfortable 2 pass + pick-ups shave with no errors to report. Finishing the shave off with a few small dollops of Boots Freshwood ASB.

My face is feeling smooth cool & smelling divine.

Keep safe and enjoy your day ladies & gentlemen.

 

Great job on the tutorial, Joe.

I hope all is well with all my 30DC brothers. All good here with me and my Bride.

Lately I've been shaving with my birth quarter Gillette Slim using Gillette Silver Blue blades. Two passes, every other day shaves, and plen-T of skin stretching does it for me. Over the summer, I enjoyed using Proraso cream and performing cold water shaves. I've recently switched back to a tub of Stirling Arkadia and warm water. My @jtspartan 30DC LE brushes have been on deck for most of the year - these are my overall favorite brushes for good looks and ease of use.

Carry on, gentlemen. You too, @Paul Turner

 

Today is a no shave day for me.

Theo is like "What???" Break from the routine he is used to. LOL

 

Thank you Barry. I appreciate your kind words.

 

Awesome shave and setup Barry. Enjoy your afternoon.