Are we talkin' model year or gross vehicle weight? I'm sorry if these shenanigans are making you homesick!
October 24, 2015 OC October - This month I'll introduce myself to OC razors. Gillette New LC Schick Type C1 OC Standard Safety Razor OC Gillette Goodwill Morning shave Hot Shower Scuttle: Georgetown Pottery G12 Soap: Nancy Boy - Signature Shave Cream Brush: Brush: Omega Pro 48 Razor: Gillette New LC Blade: Feather (1) TSD Witch Hazel Aftershave: Old Spice Gearing up for No Variation November so I decided to do some experimentation with new products and get that out of my system for now. Extremely surprised - one of the smoothest, efficient and automatic shaves that I’ve had in my 6 months of wetshaving. Two-pass shave. Observations: Damp, cold weather has started to move into Seattle. I’ll appreciate using the scuttle for the next 5 - 6 months! Warm lather…mmmmmm. Never thought I’d use a product called Nancy Boy. (“Not that there’s anything wrong with that.”) OMG - exquisite lather! Along that same line…I don’t know if it’s because of his influential songwriting skills or what, but I pulled out a Feather blade for my very first time. Oh my, oh my! @wristwatchb With my favorite razor to date, I just slipped right into the sweet spot and more than once, checked to see if I even had a blade in the razor. That smooth. Good reduction on the 1st pass (XTG) and a clean pass (ATG) with nary a touch-up. The word came to mind immediately after my shave - Effortless! Cheers! RT
Count me in on the New LC as well. I do prefer the Old Style though by just a bit. The extra aggression over the New appeals to me.
I almost passed on the Mongoose after I experienced a week of great shaves with the LC. I could live with just the LC if I had to. But decided I should at least try the Mongoose as I expect I'd get my investment back on a resale if it's not for me. But yes, the LC and I have found a groove.
I think the Mongoose with any blade other than the Super Pro shaves a lot like a LC but smoother. I will be interested in your thoughts.
If I ever invent something great, I'm sending you the first one to review! Written like a pro...we'll done
I did a 30 Rule in January followed by a Focus in February with the Mongoose. It really helped me nail it down. The most important thing I have found is the Mongoose works best with a slicker thinner lather.
Thanks for the tip. I've had my initial shave with the Feather Pro Guard, which was just fine. So I think I will just go with that blade for the NOVember Rule...unless you think of a reason to use a different one. I did the Tryablade thing for all of the Mongoose blades.
Captains choice north. Got a sample last time I ordered. Great mild pine scent. I think you might enjoy it. I'm a fan of their aftershave splash....a balm coming to their line soon too.
Awesome! You know it's not really worth the trouble to try it. I'm happy to provide it a shelf to sit on where it will never be used. I mean, just trying to do you a solid.
I can tell no difference between the Feather Pro Guard and the Regular Feather Pro in the Mongoose. I would figure you'll need to change the blade at least once a week or so.
That helps Clint. I know YMMV, of course...But I think I will try the Regular Feather Pro tomorrow. If it works I'll start with that in November and order a couple more to last the month. Is that your regular Mongoose blade?
