SoS: August 29, 2016 - September 4, 2016

Douglas Carey · Sep 3, 2016

NCoxSTL said: ↑

Smells like a Drug Store SEptember!!

5000th Post

September 3
Grand Blade Trial
Razor - 1962 (H1) Gillette Slim (9)
Blade - (3)
Soap - Arko
Brush - Wolf Whiskers Custom Silvertip
Post - Alum, Aqua Velva Ice Blue

Well, for the 5000th time I have something to say here whether or not anyone wants to hear it or not. (It will be post 5001 when I put this up on SOS). And, why shouldn't it be a blade review post for this particular landmark event? Seems like I do a lot of that around here but you all keep reading and following and trying them out too so there ya go. Seriously, it's been a fun ride through all of these posts and I've enjoyed every minute of it. I began on December 20, 2014 and loved the atmosphere, the knowledge and everything else about the place so, just never left. And I wouldn't go even if they forced me. You're stuck with me people.

A serious and heartfelt thanks to everyone who originally welcomed me and continues to hang out too. @Bama Samurai you were the first person I remember reaching out and offering a bit of assistance to a newbie and when you started the 30 Day Thread I signed right up and it has become my main home on the Den. I can think of many others who gave me time and encouragement and PIF's as well. To list all of their names would fill three pages and continues to grow every day.

A special thanks to everyone who keeps reading my posts.....yeah, they get long winded sometimes (like now) but you never complain (out loud) and I appreciate the conversations and shenanigans that come from our time on here together. And, finally, before we talk about the blade once again, I'm humbled every time someone "likes" something I've posted. I don't really care so much where my post count goes. It's your appreciation of what I write that really means everything. Thanks, everyone, and I'll spare you the sentimentality again until I hit 10,000.

And now, without further ado.....today's shave.

Wolf and Arko - always a great combination. The only question is how the Israeli Red will take the wide open Slim. And the only way to know is to get down to it. Yesterday, on 6, it definitely gave a great smooth result with near BBS. I can say from the first stroke that it was obviously going to be a good day. Very smooth but the extra gap created an aggressive feel that made me retreat to ride the cap. Still had that "on the edge" feel but I loved it and it gave a fantastic first pass. Same with XTG. Stay on the cap and let the razor and this blade do their job. Go ATG and Slide on the final pass and the baby walked right in the door. Excellent. Alum was just a tad warm but nothing to worry about. Probably created that when I'd get off the cap a bit. AV Blue for the Drug Store finish.

Now, for my opinion of the blade. Putting my natural avoidance of Israeli blades aside.....I can see why people like and use it. I'm not sure why it performed better as it got more gap given that I do think it's sharper than the average blade. The lousy day at 2 is especially puzzling. Sharp blades usually thrive in mild razors. Not this one, though, at least for me. If you want a very fine blade this one would be a good choice. Just don't put it in a Rimei, a Blue Tip or anything milder.

Day off tomorrow so I'll be grabbing one of my Single Edges to hit a SEptember shave with the gang! Monday brings up the generic Red, specifically the Walgreens blade. Hope your weekend is fantastic! Enjoy the holiday!!

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Good post. I don't think your posts are long winded at all. I just read most of your post. I'll read chapter 3 later.

Drawer · Sep 3, 2016

NCoxSTL said: ↑

Smells like a Drug Store SEptember!!

5000th Post

September 3
Grand Blade Trial
Razor - 1962 (H1) Gillette Slim (9)
Blade - (3)
Soap - Arko
Brush - Wolf Whiskers Custom Silvertip
Post - Alum, Aqua Velva Ice Blue

Well, for the 5000th time I have something to say here whether or not anyone wants to hear it or not. (It will be post 5001 when I put this up on SOS). And, why shouldn't it be a blade review post for this particular landmark event? Seems like I do a lot of that around here but you all keep reading and following and trying them out too so there ya go. Seriously, it's been a fun ride through all of these posts and I've enjoyed every minute of it. I began on December 20, 2014 and loved the atmosphere, the knowledge and everything else about the place so, just never left. And I wouldn't go even if they forced me. You're stuck with me people.

A serious and heartfelt thanks to everyone who originally welcomed me and continues to hang out too. @Bama Samurai you were the first person I remember reaching out and offering a bit of assistance to a newbie and when you started the 30 Day Thread I signed right up and it has become my main home on the Den. I can think of many others who gave me time and encouragement and PIF's as well. To list all of their names would fill three pages and continues to grow every day.

A special thanks to everyone who keeps reading my posts.....yeah, they get long winded sometimes (like now) but you never complain (out loud) and I appreciate the conversations and shenanigans that come from our time on here together. And, finally, before we talk about the blade once again, I'm humbled every time someone "likes" something I've posted. I don't really care so much where my post count goes. It's your appreciation of what I write that really means everything. Thanks, everyone, and I'll spare you the sentimentality again until I hit 10,000.

And now, without further ado.....today's shave.

Wolf and Arko - always a great combination. The only question is how the Israeli Red will take the wide open Slim. And the only way to know is to get down to it. Yesterday, on 6, it definitely gave a great smooth result with near BBS. I can say from the first stroke that it was obviously going to be a good day. Very smooth but the extra gap created an aggressive feel that made me retreat to ride the cap. Still had that "on the edge" feel but I loved it and it gave a fantastic first pass. Same with XTG. Stay on the cap and let the razor and this blade do their job. Go ATG and Slide on the final pass and the baby walked right in the door. Excellent. Alum was just a tad warm but nothing to worry about. Probably created that when I'd get off the cap a bit. AV Blue for the Drug Store finish.

Now, for my opinion of the blade. Putting my natural avoidance of Israeli blades aside.....I can see why people like and use it. I'm not sure why it performed better as it got more gap given that I do think it's sharper than the average blade. The lousy day at 2 is especially puzzling. Sharp blades usually thrive in mild razors. Not this one, though, at least for me. If you want a very fine blade this one would be a good choice. Just don't put it in a Rimei, a Blue Tip or anything milder.

Day off tomorrow so I'll be grabbing one of my Single Edges to hit a SEptember shave with the gang! Monday brings up the generic Red, specifically the Walgreens blade. Hope your weekend is fantastic! Enjoy the holiday!!

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Keep them coming. I always enjoy your write ups.

John Ruschmeyer · Sep 3, 2016

NCoxSTL said: ↑

Smells like a Drug Store SEptember!!

5000th Post

September 3
Grand Blade Trial
Razor - 1962 (H1) Gillette Slim (9)
Blade - (3)
Soap - Arko
Brush - Wolf Whiskers Custom Silvertip
Post - Alum, Aqua Velva Ice Blue

Now, for my opinion of the blade. Putting my natural avoidance of Israeli blades aside.....I can see why people like and use it. I'm not sure why it performed better as it got more gap given that I do think it's sharper than the average blade. The lousy day at 2 is especially puzzling. Sharp blades usually thrive in mild razors. Not this one, though, at least for me. If you want a very fine blade this one would be a good choice. Just don't put it in a Rimei, a Blue Tip or anything milder.
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Congrats on the 5000!

As for the Personna Red, personally, I suspect the issue at '2' is not a function of the mild setting so much as either blade curvature or head geometry. Monday should be interesting...

danbuter · Sep 3, 2016

Merkur 1904 open comb razor
Astra Super Platinum blade
Maggards 24mm marble handle synthetic brush
Arko soap
Aqua Velva aftershave

John Ruschmeyer · Sep 3, 2016

September 3, 2016- The Post @NCoxSTL Should Skip

Razor: F2 Gillette FatBoy (5/4)
Blade: Astra SP (4)
Brush: VdH Boar
Soap: Marvy/Dove Hydrating Cream

Basically, the same setup as yesterday though I did take the FatBoy back to 5 for the WTG pass. I chickened out for the second pass, though, and dropped it to 4. Got a little closer shave due to the more aggressive first pass for an overall DFS.

Jayaruh · Sep 4, 2016

Sunday's

Dove Men Face Wash
TSD Iced Lime
Jayaruh #100
Schick C
Personna SS
CWR, Asma Alum Block
T.N. Dickinson's WH
Pinaud Vegetal

The TSD Iced Lime Shave Soap face-lathered well with my Jayaruh #100 two-band badger brush. Two passes and touch ups with the Schick C razor with a Personna Stainless blade gave me a close, comfortable shave. After a cold water rinse and alum block, I finished off with T.N. Dickinson's WH and then Pinaud Vegetal After Shave. I am clean, smooth, and refreshed...

blondblue · Sep 3, 2016

ram57 said: ↑

Sundays Planned SOTD

Razor Rocnel SE50
Blade: Feather Pro (D6)
Brush: IBLE 2012 Boar
Scuttle: Corbell Pedestal Bowl 4"
Pre Shave Scrub: Holy Black True Grit
Pre Shave Oil: AOS unscented
Shave Soap: CRSW Select Vetiver
Post: Monster Alum Block
Aftershave: Country Club Frozen Vetiver

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Nice lineup. Perhaps I should havce a look at Cold Ri ver.

blondblue · Sep 3, 2016

Planned Shave For Sunday:

prep-Stirling Barbershop Bath Soap
shave-Barbasol Original**
razor-Gillette Sensor 2 Pivot + DisposeABLE
A.S.-Stirling Barbershop

**I'm not sure I did a Barbasol/Stirling Barbershop combination before-will be interesting to see how it feels especially with the Bath Soap as a prep.

blondblue · Sep 3, 2016

NCoxSTL said: ↑

Smells like a Drug Store SEptember!!

5000th Post

September 3
Grand Blade Trial
Razor - 1962 (H1) Gillette Slim (9)
Blade - (3)
Soap - Arko
Brush - Wolf Whiskers Custom Silvertip
Post - Alum, Aqua Velva Ice Blue

Well, for the 5000th time I have something to say here whether or not anyone wants to hear it or not. (It will be post 5001 when I put this up on SOS). And, why shouldn't it be a blade review post for this particular landmark event? Seems like I do a lot of that around here but you all keep reading and following and trying them out too so there ya go. Seriously, it's been a fun ride through all of these posts and I've enjoyed every minute of it. I began on December 20, 2014 and loved the atmosphere, the knowledge and everything else about the place so, just never left. And I wouldn't go even if they forced me. You're stuck with me people.

A serious and heartfelt thanks to everyone who originally welcomed me and continues to hang out too. @Bama Samurai you were the first person I remember reaching out and offering a bit of assistance to a newbie and when you started the 30 Day Thread I signed right up and it has become my main home on the Den. I can think of many others who gave me time and encouragement and PIF's as well. To list all of their names would fill three pages and continues to grow every day.

A special thanks to everyone who keeps reading my posts.....yeah, they get long winded sometimes (like now) but you never complain (out loud) and I appreciate the conversations and shenanigans that come from our time on here together. And, finally, before we talk about the blade once again, I'm humbled every time someone "likes" something I've posted. I don't really care so much where my post count goes. It's your appreciation of what I write that really means everything. Thanks, everyone, and I'll spare you the sentimentality again until I hit 10,000.

And now, without further ado.....today's shave.

Wolf and Arko - always a great combination. The only question is how the Israeli Red will take the wide open Slim. And the only way to know is to get down to it. Yesterday, on 6, it definitely gave a great smooth result with near BBS. I can say from the first stroke that it was obviously going to be a good day. Very smooth but the extra gap created an aggressive feel that made me retreat to ride the cap. Still had that "on the edge" feel but I loved it and it gave a fantastic first pass. Same with XTG. Stay on the cap and let the razor and this blade do their job. Go ATG and Slide on the final pass and the baby walked right in the door. Excellent. Alum was just a tad warm but nothing to worry about. Probably created that when I'd get off the cap a bit. AV Blue for the Drug Store finish.

Now, for my opinion of the blade. Putting my natural avoidance of Israeli blades aside.....I can see why people like and use it. I'm not sure why it performed better as it got more gap given that I do think it's sharper than the average blade. The lousy day at 2 is especially puzzling. Sharp blades usually thrive in mild razors. Not this one, though, at least for me. If you want a very fine blade this one would be a good choice. Just don't put it in a Rimei, a Blue Tip or anything milder.

Day off tomorrow so I'll be grabbing one of my Single Edges to hit a SEptember shave with the gang! Monday brings up the generic Red, specifically the Walgreens blade. Hope your weekend is fantastic! Enjoy the holiday!!

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Congats on the 5,000th Neal.....

Douglas Carey · Sep 3, 2016

Razor: AlumiGoose in Black. V1. w/Hempel Ti
Blade: Feather Professional (3)
Brush: Shavemac Zebra, Honeycomb 2 Band Badger
Soap: Route 66 Lavender Woods
Aftershave: Afta Skin Conditioner

Another great near BBS shave tonight with this gear. The Route 66 Lavender Woods is very easy to churn into a thick rich lather. The Hempel Ti handle turns a very good razor into an excellent razor.

blondblue · Sep 3, 2016

and now, fresh off the planned shave, here's my Planned Sunday Shower

bodywash-Stirling Barbershop Bath Soap
shampoo-Dove 4 Men Complete Care**
deodorant soap-Coast
deodorant(post-shave)-Mennen Speed Stick Original

**I think Dove just came out with this one. No Menthol, but the Caffeine still exists.

ram57 · Sep 3, 2016

Douglas Carey said: ↑

Another excellent setup and picture Guy.
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Thanks Doug, looking forward to giving the Rocnel SE50 its maiden voyage tomorrow.

Paul Turner said: ↑

Nice lineup. Perhaps I should havce a look at Cold Ri ver.
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This is an older tin that is no longer available. I'm not a big Vetiver fan but this one is different, cant really put my finger on it

JR Reyes · Sep 3, 2016

I'm doing a 30 day focus with this new tuxedo knot and MdC. Let's hope I can keep the pics creative. Have a great weekend gents.

mrchick · Sep 3, 2016

NCoxSTL said: ↑

Smells like a Drug Store SEptember!!

5000th Post

September 3
Grand Blade Trial
Razor - 1962 (H1) Gillette Slim (9)
Blade - (3)
Soap - Arko
Brush - Wolf Whiskers Custom Silvertip
Post - Alum, Aqua Velva Ice Blue

Well, for the 5000th time I have something to say here whether or not anyone wants to hear it or not. (It will be post 5001 when I put this up on SOS). And, why shouldn't it be a blade review post for this particular landmark event? Seems like I do a lot of that around here but you all keep reading and following and trying them out too so there ya go. Seriously, it's been a fun ride through all of these posts and I've enjoyed every minute of it. I began on December 20, 2014 and loved the atmosphere, the knowledge and everything else about the place so, just never left. And I wouldn't go even if they forced me. You're stuck with me people.

A serious and heartfelt thanks to everyone who originally welcomed me and continues to hang out too. @Bama Samurai you were the first person I remember reaching out and offering a bit of assistance to a newbie and when you started the 30 Day Thread I signed right up and it has become my main home on the Den. I can think of many others who gave me time and encouragement and PIF's as well. To list all of their names would fill three pages and continues to grow every day.

A special thanks to everyone who keeps reading my posts.....yeah, they get long winded sometimes (like now) but you never complain (out loud) and I appreciate the conversations and shenanigans that come from our time on here together. And, finally, before we talk about the blade once again, I'm humbled every time someone "likes" something I've posted. I don't really care so much where my post count goes. It's your appreciation of what I write that really means everything. Thanks, everyone, and I'll spare you the sentimentality again until I hit 10,000.

And now, without further ado.....today's shave.

Wolf and Arko - always a great combination. The only question is how the Israeli Red will take the wide open Slim. And the only way to know is to get down to it. Yesterday, on 6, it definitely gave a great smooth result with near BBS. I can say from the first stroke that it was obviously going to be a good day. Very smooth but the extra gap created an aggressive feel that made me retreat to ride the cap. Still had that "on the edge" feel but I loved it and it gave a fantastic first pass. Same with XTG. Stay on the cap and let the razor and this blade do their job. Go ATG and Slide on the final pass and the baby walked right in the door. Excellent. Alum was just a tad warm but nothing to worry about. Probably created that when I'd get off the cap a bit. AV Blue for the Drug Store finish.

Now, for my opinion of the blade. Putting my natural avoidance of Israeli blades aside.....I can see why people like and use it. I'm not sure why it performed better as it got more gap given that I do think it's sharper than the average blade. The lousy day at 2 is especially puzzling. Sharp blades usually thrive in mild razors. Not this one, though, at least for me. If you want a very fine blade this one would be a good choice. Just don't put it in a Rimei, a Blue Tip or anything milder.

Day off tomorrow so I'll be grabbing one of my Single Edges to hit a SEptember shave with the gang! Monday brings up the generic Red, specifically the Walgreens blade. Hope your weekend is fantastic! Enjoy the holiday!!

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Congrats on 5000. I always enjoy reading your posts.

120inna55 · Sep 3, 2016

Stirling Noir | RazoRock Black Mamba | Gillette 7 O'clock Black (1) | Ever-Ready 100T w/TGN Finest

Mustache · Sep 3, 2016

120inna55 said: ↑

Stirling Noir | RazoRock Black Mamba | Gillette 7 O'clock Black (1) | Ever-Ready 100T w/TGN Finest

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Very nice theme.

Primotenore · Sep 3, 2016

NCoxSTL said: ↑

Smells like a Drug Store SEptember!!

5000th Post

September 3
Grand Blade Trial
Razor - 1962 (H1) Gillette Slim (9)
Blade - (3)
Soap - Arko
Brush - Wolf Whiskers Custom Silvertip
Post - Alum, Aqua Velva Ice Blue

Well, for the 5000th time I have something to say here whether or not anyone wants to hear it or not. (It will be post 5001 when I put this up on SOS). And, why shouldn't it be a blade review post for this particular landmark event? Seems like I do a lot of that around here but you all keep reading and following and trying them out too so there ya go. Seriously, it's been a fun ride through all of these posts and I've enjoyed every minute of it. I began on December 20, 2014 and loved the atmosphere, the knowledge and everything else about the place so, just never left. And I wouldn't go even if they forced me. You're stuck with me people.

A serious and heartfelt thanks to everyone who originally welcomed me and continues to hang out too. @Bama Samurai you were the first person I remember reaching out and offering a bit of assistance to a newbie and when you started the 30 Day Thread I signed right up and it has become my main home on the Den. I can think of many others who gave me time and encouragement and PIF's as well. To list all of their names would fill three pages and continues to grow every day.

A special thanks to everyone who keeps reading my posts.....yeah, they get long winded sometimes (like now) but you never complain (out loud) and I appreciate the conversations and shenanigans that come from our time on here together. And, finally, before we talk about the blade once again, I'm humbled every time someone "likes" something I've posted. I don't really care so much where my post count goes. It's your appreciation of what I write that really means everything. Thanks, everyone, and I'll spare you the sentimentality again until I hit 10,000.

And now, without further ado.....today's shave.

Wolf and Arko - always a great combination. The only question is how the Israeli Red will take the wide open Slim. And the only way to know is to get down to it. Yesterday, on 6, it definitely gave a great smooth result with near BBS. I can say from the first stroke that it was obviously going to be a good day. Very smooth but the extra gap created an aggressive feel that made me retreat to ride the cap. Still had that "on the edge" feel but I loved it and it gave a fantastic first pass. Same with XTG. Stay on the cap and let the razor and this blade do their job. Go ATG and Slide on the final pass and the baby walked right in the door. Excellent. Alum was just a tad warm but nothing to worry about. Probably created that when I'd get off the cap a bit. AV Blue for the Drug Store finish.

Now, for my opinion of the blade. Putting my natural avoidance of Israeli blades aside.....I can see why people like and use it. I'm not sure why it performed better as it got more gap given that I do think it's sharper than the average blade. The lousy day at 2 is especially puzzling. Sharp blades usually thrive in mild razors. Not this one, though, at least for me. If you want a very fine blade this one would be a good choice. Just don't put it in a Rimei, a Blue Tip or anything milder.

Day off tomorrow so I'll be grabbing one of my Single Edges to hit a SEptember shave with the gang! Monday brings up the generic Red, specifically the Walgreens blade. Hope your weekend is fantastic! Enjoy the holiday!!

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5000. Impressive. I am only 1869 posts behind you.

Primotenore · Sep 3, 2016

120inna55 said: ↑

Stirling Noir | RazoRock Black Mamba | Gillette 7 O'clock Black (1) | Ever-Ready 100T w/TGN Finest

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Beautiful. May I ask what kind of light box do you use?

120inna55 · Sep 3, 2016

Mustache said: ↑

Very nice theme.
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Thanks! I was feeling very 1980s.

Mustache · Sep 3, 2016

120inna55 said: ↑

Thanks! I was feeling very 1980s.
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I have the same brush in a TGN synthetic and currently have Drakkar Noir in the cabinet also.

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