January 2021 30 Day Rule/30 Day Focus Pic and Discussion Thread- All are Welcome

Thanks Blair.

 

fin new sc shave Charlie..

 

Thanks Gary. It's a fine razor. I like it so much that I have a spare on the way.

I asked our BC friends last night if they knew about HP Sauce, and they sent this photo. I noticed the label isn't centered or straight. I wonder if Simpson makes this stuff too.



I still want to visit BC, though. This is the sunrise from their ferry ride between Cortes Island and Quadra Island this morning. It looks like a beautiful place.



Have a good day, my friend.

 

hp sauce isn't made in England any more,now in the Netherlands.they could have hired the simpson label guy though..have a fine day as well..

 

Thank you Danny....the MWF problem will be a work in progress for sure.

 

January 7th
DSCosmetic Z0/Rapira Swedish SS
APShaveCo Mixed/Resin&Sapele
Palmolive Menthol SC
Thayers
Vintage MIM English Leather AS

Another early morning shave and later drive-by post. Had to be out the door for a 7am meeting but did take the time for a proper 3 passer beforehand. Glad I didn't rush the shave with this R41 clone. A bunch of focusses on the go this morning- the every 2nd day usage of this cream, the Rapira blade focus and the focus on some new to me razors to see if they'll get to survive the 'one in, one out' line in the sand.
I've been getting good lathers with this fairly heavily mentholated cream (at least in comparison to Proraso Green...nothing like the Stirling Glacials, etc, though) and today was no exception. Switched in this Swedish Supersteel after using the Voskhod (meh, at best) and SharpStar (that's more like it) in the Katana. It isn't considered the sharpest blade out there, but that just fine with this razor. The Z0/R41 clone finally arrived and I gave it a go as expected. I've heard folks say that it is a replica of the 2013 R41 and not the infamous 2011 R41, but as I own neither I wouldn't know the difference. I have also seen some reviews that said there is more blade chatter than the original, but again I have nothing to compare it to. I will say, after 3 passes, that I found no issue with blade chatter. In general, the fit and finish of this razor is outstanding. For the price? Yeesh...impressive. The handle appears to be Karve clone and is nice and heavy. No cracks, a la @Hembree , either..... It is an 'aggressive' razor in my opinion, no question. I say this based primarily on blade feel (tonnes) as the blade gap gives no overt warning of danger. I took my time and had a very successful shave. It felt like it was ready to bite, but never did. No red (although a bit of neck irritation) and close results. A successful first day. I look forward to playing with it for a few days for sure.
The Splash was also new to me. I took a flier on a NOS (still with the cellophane wrapper on) Aftershave/Cologne English Leather combo. I did some quick research after seeing it listed on the Canadian 'bay site and found that English Leather was made by MIM and later sold to Dana. Fans seem to feel that Dana did the scent no service. As this was the original MIM formula and was $10 plus shipping, I thought 'why not'? I do wish it came in the iconic bottle with the wooden top but as you can see, it is marked 'unbreakable travel bottle', which apparently means tan plastic with a dark brown plastic knob in place of the iconic wooden one. If I decide to keep it, I'll decant it into glass for sure.
My thoughts after one day? a. strong, masculine 'over the top' scent. Nothing subtle or delicate about it (especially with the cologne chaser...) b. it would pair well with Tabac...take that as you wish. c. I'm not sure about it after one day, however I am shocked it elicited zero response from SWMBO after a goodbye kiss only 15min after application. I thought it would get a comment, because it ain't subtle...however no thumbs up to the vintage/iconic scent it is (a la her love of OS or the Brut clone) but no "that smells like A--" (a la Gentleman, which is in this scent range) either.
Have a great day all!

 

Thank you Daniel

Didn't you learn yesterday evening that nothing is solved by violence

 

Oh EBAY.........is there a direct site for Givenchy? (I'm not versed on EBAY, and not sure I want to try to be). But I'll look at what they have to say-thanks Joseph. Update-too much for my wallet.

 

Nice shave Charlie and I'm working late today to start my weekend early by taking tomorrow off. If my boss don't like it he can fire me.....

 

It IS????? Well then, let me say this.............it sure has a different appearance than other tallows(Stoylin, Phoenix, etc...)

 

Nice read Jason. Enjoyed the thoughts on the razor and English Leather

 

Very nice Charlie. Love the razor.

Beautiful sunrise Charlie. There is something magical about the sunsets and sunrises over water.

 

Thanks guys!

 

Fantastic post Jason. Congrats on the new razor as well as the English Leather. I was just sure you were going to get busted by the wife for the scent. The entire post made me smile.

 

Nice shave, photo, and post, Jason. My condolences to your Bride for your recent English Leather acquisition. At least the bottle won't break when she throws it out in the street. That stuff could eat through the asphalt, you know.

 

Pretty good shave for a country boy! Take care Charlie.

 

Congrats Jim. I know you have to be getting excited.

 

It will be drilled out to 25.5 mm. Perfect for a 24mm knot.

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Thanks, Clint!


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Drama free is always a good thing. Fantastic shave and beautiful brush Clint.