Hi Andrew, good to hear from you, time flies, the boys are already in school. Good luck on the promotion.

Hi Randy, good to hear from you too. It feels like we are getting the band back together.... albeit at a slower pace thread.

I returned late last night from Phuket, back in the office now.

Here is the simple kit I used on vacation. Say what you will about Arko, the performance is excellent and I did not get a single mosquito bite.


Back to my 3017 this morning and I will post a pick later this week.

August 28, 2023
Feather AS-D2
Feather
PAA Shaverite 210 with Mix Knot
Ethos Bay Rum Shave Soap
Barberry Coast Bay Rum Aftershave



Happy Tuesday Everyone. A great shave to start the day. I really enjoy using the Feather AS-D2. If I had to pick one razor it would be close to the top of the list for consideration. Have a great day gents. ​

-Tuesday-
m-4 flare tip/kcg
omega
palmolive
adidas


good day gents
bit of a rougher shave today.
the gold tech from yesterday finished up.
must of been a dud blade..
have a fine tuesday evryone.
​

Great to be back in touch, Keith! Speaking of getting the old band back together, did you switch instruments? I don’t think I’ve ever seen you post a shave that did not include a straight razor. What gives?

So, this thread inspired me to 3016 my B&M 42 soap along with a half bottle of AS given to me by Adam @Drygulch back in the day. The scent is a bit out there (as you’d expect) so it’s gonna go down next. Still, you gotta love B&M.

Day 26
Karve ‘C’ OC w PermaSharp
TGN Finest / Maple
Asylum/SV Colonia
Thayers
Myrsol F extra

I really need to remember to weigh this soap soon, just to see how much I’m using. The end is nowhere in sight.

Sounds like a great focus, Randy. I 3017’d my last B&M soap (Reserve Cool) early this year.

Way to go Randy.


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I’m thinking another month with the Snake Bite. Since starting this 3017 I’ve strayed only twice. I’d like to finish it off by SEptember 30.

August 30, 2023
Greencult GC 2.0 Plate #3
Gillette Nacet
CH3 Syntentic
Ethos Bay Rum Shave Soap
Barberry Coast Bay Rum Aftershave



Happy Hump Day. Since I have to take Mom to the dentist, I had an early morning start. No worries though as this lineup plays well together delivering a wonderful shave. I hope everyone has a great day.​

Welcome to the thread, Randy. Excellent choice for a 3017.

Wednesday, August 30

Eufros Tobacco~~Simpson M7~~1947 Gillette Super-Speed/Light Brigade~~Royall Mandarin
Staying true to the theme of this thread. No deviations.
Excellent shave with the '47 SS and the Light Brigade.
BBS in 3.
Citrusy goodness to finish.​

Didn’t take a pic for Day 27, but did weigh the soap tonight.

3.2 Oz.
It was at 3.5oz 9 shaves ago. 0.3 of an oz in 9 shaves …Yeesh, I swear this stuff is regenerating itself…
Moreso retaining water after daily usage and not airing it out, obviously.
When anyone (again) points out the price of SV soaps, I know they are someone who has never used it more than once or twice.

Sometimes happens!!!

SOTD 20230831 Naturale

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I do not take straight razors when traveling. Way too many issues. I still use a straight razor 5-6 days a week with the remainder some kind of safety razor.

SV Soaps do tend to last a very long time.

August 31, 2023
Greencult GC 2.0 Plate #3
Gillette Nacet
Omega Evo
Ethos Bay Rum Shave Soap
Barberry Coast Bay Rum Aftershave



Another great shave to start the day. In the beginning, I thought that the #3 plate on this might be too much for me on a daily basis. Now after using it this week I like it better than the #2 plate.

Recap 2023



The end of another month. This year seems to be going by very quickly. I was able to finish off the SV Felce Aromatica soap this month. I will finish off the splash when I get around to using a soap that it will compliment. As always the best part of the shaving month was hanging out with you guys. Take care and see you next month.​

Day 28
Karve OC ‘C’ plate/PermaSharp
Oumo boar/ Rubberset 400 #3
Asylum/SV Colonia combo
Thayers

It was a good month of 3017 focussed shaves. It will be extending well past next month as well at this rate.
Have a great day all.

Thursday, August 31

Eufros Tobacco~~Simpson "Rover"~~Gillette RFB/Wilkinson Chromium
Despite the granulated look, Eufros is a top-notch shave soap.
The Rover rocked out some serious suds and delivered them with panache.

The French-Market RFB has some good blade-feel, however the Light Brigade tames it well.
I can confidently perform an ATG pass on my über-sensitive lower neck without worry.
BBS in 3.​