SoS; January 2018.

Brush looks outstanding. What knot is in it?

 

Great setup and picture.

 

Beautiful photograph of fine tools Doc.

 

A Frugal Shave 28 mm @Douglas Carey

 

Excellent picture and setup Celestino. The brush is a standout.

 

Thanks very much.

 

The soap looks like it has good "ingredients" to it.

 

Razor- Excelsior. Covered Tang, and Barbers Notch.
Brush- B400 By Tom
Soap- Arko/Sandalwood.
Aftershave- Pinaud Clubman

 

SOTD - 12 January, MMXVIII



Have a great evening!

 

That’s a gorgeous shaver, Scott

 

Saturday Straight's Shave


Proraso Pre Shave
Williams Mug Shave Soap
B-400 by Tom
Joseph Elliot Wedge
CWR
Thayer's Lemon WH
Pinaud Vanilla

I started off with Proraso Pre Shave. The Williams Mug Shaving Soap face-lathered well with the B-400 badger brush. I did two passes with the Joseph Elliot Wedge and ended up with a close, comfortable shave. I caught myself on my upper lip once during the first pass and drew a little blood. Nothing bad. It has been a long time since I have drawn blood. I was just a little over confident. After a cold water rinse, I finished off with Thayer's Lemon WH and then Pinaud Vanilla AS. I am clean, smooth, and refreshed...

 

Gillette Canada Tech
Blue Bird (corked and stropped)
mix of soaps

From 3 days growth to BBS in two effortless passes. Then witch hazel, and done.

 

Thanks, Doug.

 

Thanks Keith. It's smaller and lighter than I usually like, but it's so dang sharp, that it makes it all work.

 

CHARCOAL GOODS :: DECLARATION :: 1912 WICKHAM/CLASSIC 24​

 

PAA Starling Razor “B” & GEM SS ptfe
Maggard 30mm B&W
GD Angel with Lamb Tallow
Humphreys Alcoholado Maravilla
M&R Rose Water
Nivea 2in1 lotion

A 3rd shave with the Starling and 2nd with the “B” beta plate. And it was very good. I prefer this plate over the milder A blue plate. Blade is lined up better and it just felt smoother. I think it could use a heavier, more substantial handle. That will be the add on for my next shave. Have a great evening and shaves Gents...
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Ruds Suds - The Dark Side (by Catie's Bubbles)
DrivenLegend Red & Black | APShaveCo Tuxedo 30mm
Ever-Ready 1912 | Delta Echo | Gem PTFE

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January 2018

Shavettes and Jeeves January!

January 12

Razor - 1918 Gillette Old Type
Blades - (2)
Soap - Oleo Soapworks El Caballero
Brush - Jayaruh #46
Post - Alum

Taking a mini-break from the theme and focus to give a few other things a chance. Stayed with the 1918 to give it another go in its 100th year and used the Rapira PL for its second day. This blade is a great option. Smooth, sharp, normally does a great job. I grabbed the El Caballero soap to give it another run as I haven't used it much yet. Great scent and lather with the JR46 and no issues with it at all.

If there was a negative in my two passes and touch up it was my handling of the razor. Clearly didn't stay up on the cap like I normally do and got just a bit heavy handed. Alum punished me a bit but I survived and all's well. Not my best effort but I did get a very nice DFS. Can only blame the operator.

If you haven't been over to the discussion thread for the meet up the link is in my signature. Trying to get a reliable head count of how many would like to attend and what month is best. In about a week I'll narrow it down further as we work through the discussion. I know several have already indicated their preference and added some cool ideas to the mix too. Nothing is set in stone yet but we'll keep working through the process. Have a great weekend!

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L'Oreal Men Expert Hydra Sensitive Face Wash
Omega Pro49
Catie's Bubbles Conneticut Shade
Grah and Plumacher "The GOTTA" 5/8th
Gillette Rocket HD
Supermax Blue Diamond blade
A little alum, and
Nivea Sensitive Post Shave Balm

Good 3 passes. First on the cheeks and neck with the straight, then finished the difficult areas with the Rocket.

I am having a little irritation from the soap I think. Will keep experimenting but after a couple of uses I'm fairly sure it's causing the burning sensation.

Have a nice weekend people

 

SATURDAY'S SOTD​

• GEM JUNIOR 1912
• Maggard 24mm synthetic
• Proraso single blade wood/spice
• Fine Santal Absolut aftershave