SOS: May 2018

WEDNESDAY'S SHAVE​

Razor - Edwin Jagger "Kelvin"
Blade - Astra Superior Platinum *3rd Shave
Shave Brush - Scaramouche+Fandango 22mm "Ultra-Soft" Synthetic
Shave Soap - The Shave Den "Sensitive" (Unscented)
Aftershave - The Shave Den "Sensitive" (Unscented) Witch Hazel in an Infinity Jars Ultraviolet Bottle
Preshave Oil - Lather & Wood's "Unscented"
Post-Shave Balm - Nicci Marie Hyaluronic Acid Anti-Aging Face Serum
Deodorant - Herban Cowboy "Unscented"
Fragrance - Frederic Malle Bois d'Orage (French Lover)

 

Beautifully constructed and half the price it could be.

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+1, These are beautifully made razors and they definitely should cost more than what he is asking for them seeing as they are made in Canada.

 

23 May 2018

* Blackbird Black Oxide SB 85
* Wizamet Iridium Super
* Shavemac Americana XL Unique 2-Band Silvertip
* Wholly Kaw Bare Naked Tallow
* Unrefined Shea Butter
* Bergamot/Vetiver EO


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MAYhem 2018!!!!!

May 22

Razor - Simplex
Blade - (1)
Soap - Stirling Gatlinburg
Brush - Omega BoS 10066
Post - Alum, Styptic

When Fuzzy @wchnu sent the Lather Catchers he also included a Simplex razor. An interesting little thing. The head is a plastic base plate with metal cap and the handle appears to actually be an older travel Tech handle. Looks like it could be fun. I decided to give it a run for MAYhem with a Voskhod in it. Stirling Gatlinburg and Omega boar brush for great lather and it shouldn't be a problem.

Shouldn't is a dangerous word. My first clue that I might be in for something other than a quick smooth shave was the alignment of the blade. I had to work on getting the blade evenly gapped on both edges. Looking at it gave me just a bit of pause. Just seemed like the blade was a little overexposed but, hey, I've used far worse. First pass, WTG, was fine. Seemed like the angle was very specific to keep it completely smooth and cutting. I stayed on the cap with maybe just a tiny tilt away and it seemed fine. Went back for the XTG pass and discovered two things. If you give it too much angle it will draw blood. As it did on my right jawline. And, if you set it down wrong the blade can cut. As it did next to my goatee on the right jaw/chin. More blood than I've seen in quite awhile. I did some touch up and called it good.

Alum was warm to hot depending on location. Definitely some irritation from this little thing. I thought I had the pressure off of it but I either didn't, or it just has an aggressive nature for a simple little razor. Styptic was necessary to stop the cut near my goatee and I dabbed the three spots on my jawline just in case.

The finish? It will work for tomorrow. Not as good as I usually get but I've had far worse. This razor could probably be a nice little travel/camping razor with enough work to learn it properly. So I'm not complaining. Just trying for a smidgen of sympathy.

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05/23/18 Shave of the Day
Face Wash with Crabtree & Evelyn Indian Sandalwood Triple Milled Soap
Crown King Alt-Eleven Shampoo & Conditioner Bar- w/ Prickly Pear, Neem Honey & Yucca Root
The Holy Black Gunpowder & Spice Artisan Line Shaving Soap - First Use
Wolf Whiskers RCE# 47 Custom Fluted DWW-3 25mm Black Wolf 3rd batch Synthetic hybrid/fan knot
Creative Flame Pottery Stoneware Shaving Scuttle
Detroit Grooming Co. Adjustable 'Alpha' Stainless Steel Razor with Smooth Handle
Feather New Hi-Stainless Blade - 4th Shave
RazoRock Alum Block
Homemade Lime & Rose Witch Hazel
Crown King Captain Smythe's Reserve Oak Barrel Aged Bay Rum & Leather Aftershave/Cologne
NIVEA Men Maximum Hydration Moisturizing Post Shave Balm
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Lime Ginger Tea Tree Natural Deodorant - New Sport Strength ​

 

Cool photo. I like the angle and orientation. It kind of challenges your perception - like things are floating.
Steve

 

Date: 23 May 2018

Pre-shave:- Cold Water straight from the tap
Brush:- RazoRock Plissoft Synth. 24/57mm knot
Soap/Cream:- Tabac Shaving Stick
Razor/Blade:- Merkur 34C / Astra Superior Stainless #5
Post-shave:- Thayers Witch Hazel & Tea Tree Oil / Lucky Tiger Face Moisturizer / Lucky Tiger Aftershave & Face Tonic
Fragrance:- Tabac Cologne

 

Snail Forge FBU
Maseto 2-band 30mm
BAUME.BE
Moschino Forever AS

 

Very nice Celestino!

 

Wade & Butcher
Razorock Extra Chubby Silvertip
L&L Grooming Bandwagon

I do love the honey horn scales.
Enjoy your shave!
Tom

 

Pretty amazing shave off the dome after spending a few hours in the direct Texas sun today. I think the New Long Comb was made to paint with a fresh GSB. I probably could've called it good enough on one WTG pass. But went 3 and doubt if the hair will grow back!

 

Good Morning Everyone SOTD 05/23/18

'52 Gillette Super Speed
Dorco Prime Platium (5)
Erskine 3103 Boar
Williams
Cold Water Rinse, Alum Block
Pinaud Clubman A/S

Have A Great Day!

 

SOTD 20180523.



Brush: M keramiek / Tuxedo.
Jabones by Luna "Dama de noche".
Vintage Souplex razor / custom handle.
Asco Super Stainless (red wrapper) (3).

Brush with ceramic handle is under test (21).

 

RR Gamechanger & Gillette 7 O’ Clock SP #4
Maggard 26mm Granite
Wickham 1912 Russian Leather
Humphreys Alcoholado Maravilla
Clubman Pinaud Reserve Whiskey Woods


A real good shave this morning......
Have a great day and shaves Gents.... ​

 

You right about that. They also shave as well as they look.

 

May 23 SOTD:

Razor: Ever-Ready 1914
Blade: Gem Stainless
Brush: Razorock Plissoft
Lather: TSD English Fern
Aftershave: TSD English Fern
Additional Care:
Osage Rub
Stirling Unscented PSB

 

Superb Shave
Lavanille is one of, if not the favorite scent I've used. I enjoy the complex interplay between the notes and the lather is as good as any. It's too bad this one never made it as an EdT.

Rating: 5 / 5

Razor: Rockwell 6s R6
Blade: Super Max Platinum
Brush: Brothers Bristles Silver Surfer
Lather: B-M Lavanille
Aftershave: B&M Lavanille
Additional Care:
Dr. Jon's Flowers in the Dark

 

May 23, 2018
Wolfman WR Ti .74 OC with Triad Ti Aristocrat
Feather
WDC-6 with Omega Boar
AOS Ocean Kelp
Fine Platinum

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Wed. 5/23/18



Good morning gentlemen. A truly fine three pass shave today with the PAL Adjustable. Marvelous lather from the KMF shave cream. I am smooth and refreshed. Enjoy your day friends. ☺️