SoS: May 2021

Normal (N) settings for both the aluminum Gibbs and the Heritage, 2nd use Feathers. Again more blade is felt with the Gibbs, and the lightweight model had more trouble ATG on the moustache and chin than the Heritage which was smooth and serviceable in its efficiency on the beard. As expected I wanted another razor for pick-ups on my head shave, today the 1913 Vector aka the Mark Cross.

Very much enjoyed the Heritage today. Lose the annoying dial + handle adjustment and it's really a fine razor for most folks for whom the geometry meets their needs.



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Sunday Schick shave, May30th 2021

Razor: Schick E2 injector Canadian variant- Mfg 1930's-40's, excellent mid range, very light to handle, great results usually.
Blade: Personna SS PTFE injector (1) very sharp, great longevity, smooths out over time, predictable.
Soap: Razorock The Dead Sea, interesting scent, excellent lather qualities.
Brush: Yaqi 24mm 2band badger barber pole, excellent lather generator, pillow like soft tips, great scrub + great lather painter.
Pre shave: Brush wash the whole face with CeraVe hand bar cleanser + a dollop of Aloe Vera gel on the cleaned beard area.
Prep: Cold water rinse after each pass of 2 + pickups. WTG + ATG + pickups.
Post shave: Razorock The Dead Sea aftershave with witch hazel + a dollop of Nivea balm.
Results: CCS,DFS,BBS + no irritation + no weepers= excellent shave with my Schick E2 injector with a Personna blade.


Have some great shaves!

 

May 31, 2021
Wolfman WR1-OC (0.61mm)
Feather
Simpson CH2
WSP Barbershop
Floid Blue

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GEMonday. May 31st, 2021, Memorial long weekend.

Razor: Gem Jr parade 1912 with baton handle- Mfg 1943, nice mid range, I like this handle a lot, care free shave this morning.
Blade: Gem Personna SS PTFE(8) very sharp, great longevity, smooths out nicely, predictable.
Soap: Razorock The Dead Sea- Unique scent + excellent lather qualities, one of my best favorite soaps any time of the year.
Brush: Yaqi 26mm H.M 2band badger- Excellent lather generator, pillow soft tips with a nice scrub + great lather painter.
Pre shave: Brush wash whole face with CeraVe hand bar cleanser + a dollop of clear Aloe Vera gel on the cleaned beard area.
Prep: Cold water rinse after each pass of 2 + pickups. WTG + ATG + pickups.
Post shave: Razorock The Dead Sea after shave with witch hazel + a dollop of Nivea balm.
Results: CCS,DFS,BBs + no irritation + no weepers= excellent shave with my Gem parade 1912 with a coated GEM blade.


Have some great shaves!

 

05/31/21 Shave of the Day
Face Wash with Crabtree & Evelyn Indian Sandalwood Triple Milled Soap
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Agharta Conditioning Shampoo Puck
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Rabid Banana Hybrid CUBE Preshave Soap
Phoenix Shaving The Original Chill Mill - Menthol Grinder
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Copalli Artisan Shaving Soap - Ultra Premium CK-6 Formula
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements The Starcraft - 24mm Roswell (grey) Hybrid Synth Brush
Creative Flame Pottery Stoneware Shaving Scuttle
Mag T ‘Delta’ Double Edge Safety Razor
Personna Blue Comfort Coated Blade - 3rd Shave
Lancaster Razor Works Lavender Black Sheep Shaving Towel
Phoenix Shaving Alum Block
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Alum Block Dry Dock System
Thayers Alcohol Free Lavender Witch Hazel Toner with Aloe Vera
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Copalli Resinous, Ambrosial & Balsamic Artisan Aftershave & Cologne
NIVEA Men Sensitive Cooling Post Shave Balm
Schmidt’s Charcoal + Magnesium Mineral Enriched Natural Deodorant​

 

SOD Monday May 31, 2021

Ever wonder how many shaves in each tub of Proraso? Well I'm opening a new tub today and will keep track!

Brush: Parker Synth Brush
Bowl: Shave Nation
Lather: Proraso White Soap (1)
Razor: Gillette 1959 E4 Settings: ATG:7-WTG:5-XTG:3
Blade: Bic Chrome Platinum (1)
Post: Shavex Alum Block
Post: Thayers Witch Hazel
Balm: Proraso White

A refreshing shave!

 

Hey Steve, whats your take on the Mag T ‘Delta’?

 

May 31st
Razor: Blackland Dart
Blade: Bolzano Superinox (1)
Brush: Grizzly Bay Constitution
Pre-shave: PAA Cube
Soap: Fine American Blend
PAA Galactic Witch Hazel
PAA unscented Star Jelly
AS: Fine American Blend


Thank you to all the brave men and women who have served our country both past and present.



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Ever-Ready WW II 24/14 Little Lather Catcher Razor
Gem Stainless Steel Blade
Ever-Ready #1 Boar (restored) Brush
Victory Shaving Lemon-Lavender-Menthol Soap
Sea Breeze Astringent
Barbasol After Shave

 

Really glad I have this Filly. Always a sweet shave, everyone should have one

Hot water preparation
Argan Oil PSO
Savile Row 3824
Castle Forbes 1445 Shaving Cream
Filarmonica 13 6/8
Thayers Rose Petal Witch Hazel



Happy shaving - Karl