SOS: March 2019

brit · Mar 27, 2019

120inna55 said: ↑

Phoenix Shaving | John Frum
Kent V8
Gem Damaskeene (1914-1915) | Gem Jr. Elite "Ivory" Handle (ca. 1906)
Gem PTFE

Off the puck, John Frum's bold musk is quite reminiscent of PAA's Black Bot which is an homage to vintage Black Belt. This first blush is not to be trusted as the lather takes a very different path. When hit with a wet knot, John Frum opens surprisingly clean with rather forward suggestions of arid, salty, verbena with wafting notes of linen. Before this bright summery citrus peaks, the aforementioned musk steps in, but at very respectful levels and more refined than the punchy 70s musks. Meanwhile, the dry cotton and bitter lemon transition to an intriguing crushed green vegetation contrasted against sandy vetiver stopping just short of earthy. At this point, the shave is nearing its end, but the fragrance seems to have more to offer. This is precisely why I all but insist on matching splashes, but in the case of John Frum, it is absolutely essential to fully realize the intended fragrance. The splash restarts the bright sandy citrus, but it reveals a previously undetected slightly sweet aspect. The musk is omnipresent, yet still controlled, and even elegant. The green is greener, and the vetiver is less vetiver, but I don't know what else to call it. That interesting salty sand element persists as well. After about 15 minutes, a soft, naturally sweet and slightly powdery note slips in. This fragrance is a complex adventure with surprises, but very well blended. There's simply no contemplation necessary for me. John Frum is immediately a personal favorite, so I've already ordered the EdP.
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awesome pic and set up sir..

madmedic · Mar 27, 2019

Wednesday 27fh March

Heno de Pravia Soap
Proraso Green Pre Shave
Williams Mug Shaving Soap
Omega 10108 Boar Brush
Focus R28 Slim Al with an Astra Blade
Alum and Rinse
Dove Moisturiser
Williams Aqua Velva AS

2 passes and a touch up for an almost perfect finish.....just one small nick on my chin due to lack of concentration.
Back to work today for the rest of the week and weekend unfortunately.

ilts · Mar 27, 2019

Good Morning Everyone SOTD 03/27/19

Schick G
Schick (3)
Erskine 3103 Boar
Williams
Cold Water Rinse, Alum Block
Pinaud Clubman Special Reserve A/S

Have A Great Day!

120inna55 · Mar 27, 2019

Edison Carter said: ↑

Very complete write up. Nicely done!
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brit said: ↑

awesome pic and set up sir..
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Thank you, gentlemen.

jluc · Mar 27, 2019

March 27th
Razor: ATT S1
Blade: Astra SP (3)
Brush: Switchback/Omega boar
Pre-shave: Stirling Mentholated
Soap: B&M Seville
Stirling Orange Chill witch hazel
PAA Star Jelly unscented
AS: B&M Seville

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Jayaruh · Mar 28, 2019

Williams Wednesday's Shave

Cold Water Rinse
Williams Mug Shaving Soap
Jayaruh #313
Ever-Ready Little Lather Catcher
Gem Blue Star SE
CWR
Pinaud Clubman

My prep was just a cold water rinse. The Williams Mug Shaving Soap face lathered well with Jayaruh #313 mixed 70/30 badger/boar brush. I did two passes with the Ever-Ready Little Lather Catcher razor with a Gem Blue Star SE blade and ended up with a close, comfortable shave. After a cold water rinse, I finished off with Pinaud Clubman AS. I am clean, smooth, and refreshed...

Primotenore · Mar 27, 2019

Wednesday, March 27

AoS Sandalwood~~Declaration Grooming B5/Thäter Beehive~~Dovo 6/8
Have a great day!

Bobcat · Mar 27, 2019

Wednesday

Prep: Warm Shower-Stirling Scots Pine Sheep
Soap: Stirling Gentleman
Razor: Vintage Gillette Slim
Blade: Vintage Gillette Platinum-Plus (7)
Brush: Elite Razor/TGN Grade A Silvertip-24mmx50mm
Aftershave: Stirling Gentleman

WTG-XTG-ATG (adjusted angles for my beard)

Stirling Gentleman today. 20 seconds to load the Elite Razor/TGN Grade A Silvertip brush. Easy, thick, slick, lather. Gillette Platinum-Plus still in the Gillette Slim. Excellent smooth, close, shave. I finished with Stirling Gentleman aftershave.

Bob

Norcalnewb · Mar 27, 2019

120inna55 said: ↑

Phoenix Shaving | John Frum
Kent V8
Gem Damaskeene (1914-1915) | Gem Jr. Elite "Ivory" Handle (ca. 1906)
Gem PTFE

Off the puck, John Frum's bold musk is quite reminiscent of PAA's Black Bot which is an homage to vintage Black Belt. This first blush is not to be trusted as the lather takes a very different path. When hit with a wet knot, John Frum opens surprisingly clean with rather forward suggestions of arid, salty, verbena with wafting notes of linen. Before this bright summery citrus peaks, the aforementioned musk steps in, but at very respectful levels and more refined than the punchy 70s musks. Meanwhile, the dry cotton and bitter lemon transition to an intriguing crushed green vegetation contrasted against sandy vetiver stopping just short of earthy. At this point, the shave is nearing its end, but the fragrance seems to have more to offer. This is precisely why I all but insist on matching splashes, but in the case of John Frum, it is absolutely essential to fully realize the intended fragrance. The splash restarts the bright sandy citrus, but it reveals a previously undetected slightly sweet aspect. The musk is omnipresent, yet still controlled, and even elegant. The green is greener, and the vetiver is less vetiver, but I don't know what else to call it. That interesting salty sand element persists as well. After about 15 minutes, a soft, naturally sweet and slightly powdery note slips in. This fragrance is a complex adventure with surprises, but very well blended. There's simply no contemplation necessary for me. John Frum is immediately a personal favorite, so I've already ordered the EdP.
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Great picture and terrific review!

Norcalnewb · Mar 27, 2019

March 27 SOTD:

Razor: Parker SRX
Blade: Shark
Brush: PAA The Green Ray
Lather: Sudsy Soapery Uplift
Aftershave: Sudsy Soapery Uplift

PastorAndy914 · Mar 27, 2019

Williams Wednesday
Shick I
Vegatal
Omega Boar

Yehuda D · Mar 27, 2019

celestino · Mar 27, 2019

brit said: ↑

cool pic sir..
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Thanks.

Luis_Garcia · Mar 27, 2019

Yeeterday I enjoy with a new soap made for Stirling, Harverford. I am working in a personal review of this soap.

Yaqi brush
RazoRock Hawk
Stirling Harverfor
RazoRock Santa Maria del Fiore

And today the spring arrive to Barcelona with this floral scent soap.
It is incredible the amount of lather!!

ElDruida SilverTip brush
Rockwell 6c
Chiseled Face LE Easy St.
Pitralon Swiss

Best,

Karl G · Mar 27, 2019

Back to the USSR today. Da comrades, always glorious. Birth year razor from the ZTV factory.

Hot water preparation
T&H Ultimate Comfort PSO
Jeff’s Mystic Water Lavender Soap
Romera Wengue Chubby Manchurian Badger
1956 Extra ZTV 6/8
Thayers Rose Petal Witch Hazel

Happy shaving - Karl

mrchick · Mar 27, 2019

Williams Mug Shaving Soap
Portland Razor Company Strop
Portland Razor Company Brush
Portland Razor Company Siren
Craftsman Citrus and Spruce After Shave
Have fun!

jmudrick · Mar 27, 2019

Shake Sharp v1.5 feels just like the 2.0 model although there are very minor differences in the head construction. Efficiency in the stratosphere but also gets a little tuggy (like the Ikon Tech) ATG on my head).

poppi · Mar 27, 2019

Gillette New razor
Gilletter Silver Blue blade
Williams SS (modern)
Burma Shave Boar brush
Osage Rub/Witch Hazel w/aloe
Daxton A/S

I enjoyed the shave and so did my face, it's happy for sure. Now go enjoy your day folks

jtspartan · Mar 27, 2019

March 27th SOTD
Schick E3 w Personna
Valobra Fougere SS
Simpsons CH2 Synthetic
Thayers
JOHS Mountain Rain AS

Have a great day, all!

Boru62 · Mar 27, 2019

Pre: Warm water splash
Brush: Omega 10051 Boar
Soap: WK Man From Mayfair
Razor: Blackland Vector
Blade: Schick Proline P
Post: Warm then cold water splash, WK MfM Toner

A wonderful Wednesday whisker wemoval.
Happy Shaving one and all.

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jluc smelling pretty

Jayaruh The Cackalacky House Pet

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