08/07/2015 Razor – Gillette Slim (J3) set on 9 Blade – Feather (3) Brush – Rubberset 400-3 with WSP HMW Lather – Catie’s Bubbles Santal Sensuelle Post - Witch Hazel & Captain’s Choice Sandalwood
I used Arko and Clubman for the first time this morning, I must name this shave "World Changing". For I see why I must buy more Arko and Clubman! Prep: Shower Razor: 1955 Gillette Red Tip Blade: Astra (3) Soap: Arko Brush: Van Der Hagen Post Shave: Witch Hazel Aftershave: Clubman
Frey's Day: Prep: Hot shower, Neutrogena Invigorating Face Wash, TSD Jasmine Sambac preshave balm Brush: Simpsons 56 Best Badger Soap: Ginger's Garden Coffee Jasmine Razor: RazoRock Bamboozled RAKE OC Blade: Bic Chrome Platinum (5) Passes: WTG, XTG, XTG (11, 12, 13) Post: Cold water rinse, Bloc Osma alum, Dickinson's witch hazel, Pinaud Clubman Cologne: Le 3e Homme de Caron I was finally able to shave again this AM, as the scab from my cat's moment of overstimulation was gone. I hadn't used this particular soap in quite a little bit, but it was as easy to lather as I remembered, with the mango butter really seeming to make a difference in softening my beard. Between the length of my stubble and the age of the blade, there was a bit of tugging and razor burn involved, but no nicks or weepers at all, and DFS+ results. I feel like myself again with a reasonably smooth face.
FRIDAY Early morning shave today, requiring a couple of good hot cups of coffee before proceeding. Second consecutive day using the Western-style Japanese razor (aka J-West). In place of the MdC soap, I grabbed a TSD stick, 'Iced Asian Plum'—an appropriate name —which also happens to have a real nice menthol chill. As I mentioned after yesterday's shave, this is a well-designed and well-constructed razor. Good balance is one important aspect, I've discovered, in the effective use of a straight razor. Not all razors are as well-balanced as this model. Often straight razors are made quite blade-heavy—especially some of the large-bladed wedge grinds.They still shave great, but require additional effort and attention. A well-balanced razor feels easier to use and more efficient in its use. Three basic passes (WTG, XTH, ATG) with minor touch-up. A repeat of yesterday's near-BBS results. Slight irritation on the neck on one side as I am probably 'chasing the baby' too much on that side. I'll need to back off a bit. Bay Rum finish & I'm good to go! Have a happy Friday, all!
Schick G1 razor Personna blade VDH Luxury SS (scented) FS Finest brush Osage Rub/Witch Hazel w/aloe Skin Bracer A/S Hadn't used the VDH Luxury SS for quite some time. Got a fine shave using it and liked the scent as well. Gonna be a good day.
today's shave hot water wash with nivea men's and a washcloth brothers bristles/ ace black badger BOMBED Pyrate' cove bay rum and ginger unknown open comb/ Maggard mr5 handle Ladas(3) ICED virgin island bay rum today's shave was nice. had sort of a heavy metal thing happening. the brothers bristles handle is the boss, large and in charge. I installed my new to me Maggard handle on an unknown open comb(see pic). it's an old type open comb, but the comb is coated black. when first used it felt a bit light. the handle made a mediocre razor into a very nice shave. some thought went into the placement of those finger flumes. it felt very natural. my only complaint is that I've no way of telling y'all who made it(the head). three passes left me smooth and comfy. finished with iced bay rum. hope y'all did as well, or better.
Tabac stick face lathered w/Omega 6151 40's Superspeed w/Ladas blade Osma Alum Canoe Aftershave 2-passes for a DFS!
Friday Prep: Warm Shower-Stirling Bath Soap-Executive Man Soap: Cold River Soap Works “Original”-Bergamot & Bay Razor: Gillette Fat Handle Tech (Triangular Slots) Blade: Gillette 7 O’Clock Blue SP (3) Brush: Elite Razor Silvertip-24mmx50mm Aftershave: Country Club Frozen Vetiver WTG-XTG-ATG (adjusted angles for my beard) CRSW Bergamot & Bay today. 20 seconds to load the ER Silvertip. Great easy, thick, lather. 7 O’Clock Blue SP in the FH Tech. Great smooth, close, shave. I finished with CC Frozen Vetiver. Bob
SOTD August 7, 2015 Prep: Hot Shower. Axe Shield Face Wash Razor: Gillette British Rocket Blade: Personna Lab Blue Brush: Stirling Synthetic Lather: Tiki Soap Bar 1920's Barber Shoppe Post: Alum. Thayers Cucumber WH. Gold Bond Ultimate. Aftershave: Fine American Blend First shave with my new Gillette British Rocket, this razor is flawless, the silo doors open/close wonderful. Like it was new. The razor is perfectly balanced and very easy to find the correct cutting angle. A couple years ago I gave/trade most of my Gillette super speeds I just couldn't get a good close shave. Fast forward now my technique has improved and I now get fantastic shaves with Gillette TTO! I still have one more 40's Super Speed in my den. Tiki's 1920 Barber Shoppe is the BEST barbershop scented soap I've tired. Let love conquer all.
30 day Focus - Day 6 MDC Lavender Face Lathered w/ TOBS Almond Sputnik Blade (Day 2 on blade, Day 6 on Sputnik) Slim Adjustable set to 8 3 passes Another day, another good shave.
Good day to you Gentlemen, yesterday's shave : - LPL "Lemon & Ginger" LE soap - Muhle Retro, silvertip - "Grissolange" straight - Ever-Ready SE - LPL "Lemon & Ginger" LE aftershave Super, bonne journée !
8/7/15 SOTD Two days’ growth Prep: Hot shower Razor: “Our Leader” JAS. G. BARRY Co. Chicago, ILL’S Made in Germany Strop: Drygulch Chromexcel/ Linen (50 laps Linen/ 50 laps Leather pre and 10/10 post) Soap: Barrister & Mann Fireside Brush: Omega 1066 Boar Post Shave: Cold Water Rinse, Alum Block, Thayer’s Witch Hazel Aftershave: Aubrey Men’s Stock Northwoods with M-Bomb added
Fatboy Friday Three straight great shaves with CRSW. I really like everything about this soap and balm. Today I used ML lime pre shave and Fine Platinum to see how well they played together with this combo, and it works. I'm not sure if the pre helped a ton, but it did not hurt any. The Colonel whipped up optimal lather quickly and the Fatboy did its job on 9-7-7. The Fine splash added a welcome cool, but not much burn, owing to the quality of the shave. The balm went on easily and left my skin smooth and smelling great. Prep: Mickey Lee Lime Soap: CRSW Jardin d'Orange Brush: The Colonel Razor: 1959 Gillette Fatboy Blade: Voskhod (1) AS: Fine Platinum; CRSW Jardin d'Orange balm
Frigid Friday: Prep: Warm shower w/ Nuskin Shampoo, body wash, and facial wash Shave soap: Stirling Glacial Obsidian Razor: PAA Double open comb Blade: Gillette Silver Blue (3rd shave) Brush: Satin Tip The purest white Alum After Shave: Osage Rub (can't wait for pinaud lime sec to come in and mix) Balm: Proraso Pre/post shave balm With my next weeks pay day, I think I am either going to order some Kramperts finest Frostbite, Fine Snake Bite, or Gingers garden's menthol snow. I love the cold!
Friday 7th August Warm shower Hot towel Queen Charlotte Iced Key Lime bowl lathered HMW Badger brush made by myself Gillette NEW DeLuxe Criterion Gold Gillette 7 O'Clock SharpEdge (2) Cold rinse Thayers Lemon witch hazel TOBS No74 Victorian Lime aftershave
