SEPT 30 Day Rule/Focus Pic & Discussion Thread

Discussion in 'Shave School' started by Bama Samurai, Aug 30, 2015.

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How long since the switch to traditional shaving?

Poll closed Sep 29, 2015.

  1. 0-2 months

    10 vote(s)
    15.4%

  2. 2-6 months

    7 vote(s)
    10.8%

  3. 6-12 months

    13 vote(s)
    20.0%

  4. 12-24 months

    5 vote(s)
    7.7%

  5. More than 24 months

    29 vote(s)
    44.6%

  6. I am just here for the cookies

    1 vote(s)
    1.5%
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  1. Rufus T.

    Rufus T. Late for dinner

    Thanks Chris!
    I've never been a big fan of the "velcro sound" but for shaving I guess its a good thing and I'll bend my mind around it all for a close, smooth shave.

    Thanks for the never-ending tips!
    RT
     
    Rufus T., Aug 31, 2015
    #101
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  2. cmorris357

    cmorris357 catching flies.........

    This is a mongoose:
    image.jpg
    This is a ferret: image.jpg
    As the animal in question in my original post is obviously not wearing a beret, I contend it is indeed a mongoose.
     
    cmorris357, Aug 31, 2015
    #102
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  3. crb81

    crb81 Well-Known Member

    Well I guess I know where I'm stopping after work! I'm a sucker for punishment with this razor.
     
    crb81, Aug 31, 2015
    #103
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  4. Bama Samurai

    Bama Samurai with Laser-like Focus

    One pack should be ten blades. Three and out is a good way to learn! Good luck!
     
    Bama Samurai, Aug 31, 2015
    #104
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  5. mrchick

    mrchick Odd, Terrible Avatar

    Your "Mongoose" is not wearing his hat, so it is apples and oranges.
    ImageUploadedByTapatalk1441056490.169794.jpg
     
    mrchick, Aug 31, 2015
    #105
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  6. DDuckyMark

    DDuckyMark Ducky Duck and the Hiding Bunch

    The pack of Schick branded blades I picked up was only 7 blades. I feel ripped off.
     
    DDuckyMark, Aug 31, 2015
    #106
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  7. cmorris357

    cmorris357 catching flies.........

    A mongoose in a hat is just silly. Let's keep this debate on a serious level.
     
    cmorris357, Aug 31, 2015
    #107
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  8. Douglas Carey

    Douglas Carey Wildman

    SE September:
    Going with the only SE razors I have this month. I have used these razors very little, so a month will be a real challenge. I'll use the Red Tip for touch ups. Shave soap, After Shave will be pick day to day. I will start tomorrow on the September 1st. Have a good night. Wish me luck.:happy108:

    SE Razors.jpg
    To the best of my knowledge:
    1/ Valet Auto Strop, Coffin case 1928-1935
    2/ WW1, Ever-Ready, Blade Banks, and Original Instructions 1914
    3/ Gillette Valet Auto Strop w/Bakelite case, Blade Bank, Strop, and Blades, Model C 1935-1940.
    4/ Feather & Gem Blades.
     
    Douglas Carey, Aug 31, 2015
    #108
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  9. Douglas Carey

    Douglas Carey Wildman

    Nice setup and a :signs021: travel brush.:happy088::happy088:
     
    Douglas Carey, Aug 31, 2015
    #109
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  10. Douglas Carey

    Douglas Carey Wildman

    In the jungle the Mongoose would lick the salt from inside your helmet liner at night. Good to have around, no snakes.;)
     
    Douglas Carey, Aug 31, 2015
    #110
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  11. Douglas Carey

    Douglas Carey Wildman

    That is one cool Mongoose.:happy096:
     
    Douglas Carey, Aug 31, 2015
    #111
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  12. cmorris357

    cmorris357 catching flies.........

    And I'm willing to bet you never saw one wearing a silly straw hat.
     
    cmorris357, Aug 31, 2015
    #112
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  13. Douglas Carey

    Douglas Carey Wildman

    No, they would sit on your head to lick the inside of the liner. I didn't move and eventually was able to sleep with them there. Would only see there heads in the daytime and never saw one with any kind of hat. They are fast and travel in family units. Much like Grunts. :)
     
    Douglas Carey, Aug 31, 2015
    #113
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  14. Herm2502

    Herm2502 off to elf practice

    Good info Vince. We're on a similar path. Great minds think alike.
     
    Herm2502, Aug 31, 2015
    #114
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  15. CyanideMetal

    CyanideMetal Wild and crazy guy

    Ooooooh, the Wolfman. I'll be watching this.:cool:
     
    CyanideMetal, Aug 31, 2015
    #115
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  16. CyanideMetal

    CyanideMetal Wild and crazy guy

    ra·tion·al·i·za·tion
    [ràshən'li záysh'n]

    • in psychoanalytic theory, a defense mechanism whereby people attempt to hide their true motivations and emotions by providing reasonable or self-justifying explanations for irrational or unacceptable behavior
     
    CyanideMetal, Aug 31, 2015
    #116
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  17. Herm2502

    Herm2502 off to elf practice

    SEPTEMBER FOCUS: Single-Edge Razors

    #1 - Eversharp-Schick Model G Injector
    8-31-15.JPG

    I used this razor once before and didn't give it a real chance. When I realized it was different than a DE, I set it down and left it in the closet.

    Setup included Stirling Margaritas in the Arctic (for menthol Monday) along with my Whipped Dog Silvertip.

    Impressions:
    1. This razor is very light; it feels "toy-like" in my hand.
    2. This razor provides very loud feedback (nice)
    3. This razor is very mild seeming to allow you to be more aggressive with less chance of bloodletting.
    I did my normal 3-pass shave this morning (WTG, XTG, ATG). I really concentrated on using as shallow an angle as I could muster. This razor appears to permit a very wide choice of angle from dragging the blade across your face (not good) to gliding it across your face (good). To be honest, each pass didn't seem like it was accomplishing much. After the third pass I still needed a few touch-ups in more than just my normal problem areas like the jaw line. The result was a decent enough shave, but it felt lacking somehow. For now, since we're only on shave #1, I'll take the blame for my lack of technique. I'm still excited about the razor and the others to come in this 31 day September trial. :D
     
    Herm2502, Aug 31, 2015
    #117
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  18. Douglas Carey

    Douglas Carey Wildman

    Good to know, thanks.
     
    Douglas Carey, Aug 31, 2015
    #118
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  19. cmorris357

    cmorris357 catching flies.........

    In preparation for tomorrow's kickoff I have been comparing my J1 and L1 injectors. Of course the J has a round handle and the L has a square handle, but the other differences are a little more subtle. The side by side photo shows the the L has a wider cap, whereas the J has more of the blade exposed.
    image.jpg

    The J has a bar with horizontal grooves.
    image.jpg

    The L has the same grooves but also little tabs or nubs along the bar.
    image.jpg
    You can also see the cap width difference a little better here.
    Other than this the razors are virtually the same. Length, weight etc...all equal. Will they shave the same? We'll see.
     
    cmorris357, Aug 31, 2015
    #119
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  20. GDCarrington

    GDCarrington Burma Shave

    GDCarrington, Aug 31, 2015
    #120
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