SoS: November 2018

Douglas Carey · Nov 20, 2018

clint64 said: ↑

That’s the best way to celebrate. My younger daughter’s birthday is on Thanksgiving this year.

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Happy Birthday to your youngest daughter.

Douglas Carey · Nov 20, 2018

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Barrister and Mann | Vespers
Phoenix Shaving | The Starcraft | Roswell Hybrid Synth
The New Improved Schick Injector Razor | Personna 74

Vespers introduces Barrister and Mann's new soap base, Excelsior. I'm a fan of their prior white label base as well as current bases, Glissant and Barrister's Reserve. This is my first use of the base, so I will try to restrain my excitement, but this is clearly an improvement to already outstanding bases and instantly a top-level soap. Excelsior seems to be an amalgamation of all the best attributes of the aforementioned bases, but it accomplishes them in swift, more intuitive fashion. A 30-second load of the well-saturated Roswell Synth knot immediately yields what appears to be proto-lather, but ultimately this is the end-stage consistency of the lathered soap. There is no big bubble stage as it moves instantly from slurry to butter within seconds. This dense, creamy whipped butter lather holds to a low profile strata that simply paints on. That's not to say it lacks volume, but rather a controlled lather that's ready for work immediately. While some of us seem to enjoy working the lather, Excelsior tops out right away. The result is a hyper-white pearly luster. It accepts a fair bit of water, but it doesn't demand it. The resultant superb glide is at least on par with any other top shelf soap I've been using. The post shave is equally outstanding and natural, leaving my skin feeling soft and well hydrated. Excelsior is a legitimate contender for top performer.

In terms of fragrance, Vespers is deceptively complex in true Barrister and Mann fashion. Opening innocently enough as a rather uncomplicated gourmand by way of a light, fruity tartness with edges of peppery spice, the soap essentially ends there as there's no room to develop the remainder of this expansive fragrance. It was at this point I felt Vespers was filling the template of last year's subtle "Promises", requiring revisits to fully appreciate the intricacies. However, the splash is critical to this story, and if you like it, stick around for the EdT. The cheerful tart-berried spicy gourmand gradually acquires sweetness and depth simultaneously, abandoning the initial frivolity for something a bit more reticent and somber. In the brief transition, the fresh berries are replaced by a dark fleshy plum-like fruit that's baked and then aged just short of fermentation. At this point the fragrance is devoid of any remnant of the initial gourmand, but rather a full-on, elegant fougère with vintage Brut genetics, amassing oiled leather and muted rose as the dry down plateaus. Despite its meager intro, the EdT crescendos nicely and easily persists a good 10 hours, unfolding precisely as the splash does, but with more warmth and woodiness in the dry down.

Once again, Barrister and Mann comes through with a unique fragrance in Vespers. Beginning as a whimsically festive gourmand before ushering in an ambitious, yet elegant fougère is classic Barrister and Mann fragrance storytelling. Couple that with a stellar new base, and you have yet another essential holiday seasonal set.
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Beautiful picture and write up Matt.

clint64 · Nov 20, 2018

Douglas Carey said: ↑

Happy Birthday to your youngest daughter.
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Thank you Doug. I will tell her.

clint64 · Nov 20, 2018

November 21, 2018
Cobra Classic
Feather Pro
BSB-2 Two Band
Oleo El Caballero
Dominica Grand Bay Aftershave

ram57 · Nov 20, 2018

Wednesday SOTD
Razor: Razorock MJ-90 A plate
Blade: Wilkinson Sword UK (D 3)
Brush: Muhle V2 Travel Brush
Scuttle: PAA 5" travel
Pre-Shave Scrub: MRGO Lime
Pre-Shave Balm: Grooming Dept Unscented V35
Shave Soap: PAA Atmotic
Post: Monster Block Alum
Aftershave: PAA Atmotic

Douglas Carey · Nov 20, 2018

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November 21, 2018
Cobra Classic
Feather Pro
BSB-2 Two Band
Oleo El Caballero
Dominica Grand Bay Aftershave

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Good picture with a great looking brush Clint.

Smooth Steve · Nov 20, 2018

celestino said: ↑

20 November 2018

* Charcoal Goods Level 3 SB + Stork Ex Brass
* Wizamet Iridium Super
* Shavemac D01 2-Band Jade
* Mystic Water Sardinian Honey
* Unrefined Shea Butter
* Bergamot/Vetiver EO

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Just awesome Celestino. Nice gear - Love the Shavemac! Always outstanding my friend.
Steve

120inna55 · Nov 20, 2018

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Beautiful picture and write up Matt.
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Thank you, kind sir.

Norcalnewb · Nov 20, 2018

120inna55 said: ↑

Barrister and Mann | Vespers
Phoenix Shaving | The Starcraft | Roswell Hybrid Synth
The New Improved Schick Injector Razor | Personna 74

Vespers introduces Barrister and Mann's new soap base, Excelsior. I'm a fan of their prior white label base as well as current bases, Glissant and Barrister's Reserve. This is my first use of the base, so I will try to restrain my excitement, but this is clearly an improvement to already outstanding bases and instantly a top-level soap. Excelsior seems to be an amalgamation of all the best attributes of the aforementioned bases, but it accomplishes them in swift, more intuitive fashion. A 30-second load of the well-saturated Roswell Synth knot immediately yields what appears to be proto-lather, but ultimately this is the end-stage consistency of the lathered soap. There is no big bubble stage as it moves instantly from slurry to butter within seconds. This dense, creamy whipped butter lather holds to a low profile strata that simply paints on. That's not to say it lacks volume, but rather a controlled lather that's ready for work immediately. While some of us seem to enjoy working the lather, Excelsior tops out right away. The result is a hyper-white pearly luster. It accepts a fair bit of water, but it doesn't demand it. The resultant superb glide is at least on par with any other top shelf soap I've been using. The post shave is equally outstanding and natural, leaving my skin feeling soft and well hydrated. Excelsior is a legitimate contender for top performer.

In terms of fragrance, Vespers is deceptively complex in true Barrister and Mann fashion. Opening innocently enough as a rather uncomplicated gourmand by way of a light, fruity tartness with edges of peppery spice, the soap essentially ends there as there's no room to develop the remainder of this expansive fragrance. It was at this point I felt Vespers was filling the template of last year's subtle "Promises", requiring revisits to fully appreciate the intricacies. However, the splash is critical to this story, and if you like it, stick around for the EdT. The cheerful tart-berried spicy gourmand gradually acquires sweetness and depth simultaneously, abandoning the initial frivolity for something a bit more reticent and somber. In the brief transition, the fresh berries are replaced by a dark fleshy plum-like fruit that's baked and then aged just short of fermentation. At this point the fragrance is devoid of any remnant of the initial gourmand, but rather a full-on, elegant fougère with vintage Brut genetics, amassing oiled leather and muted rose as the dry down plateaus. Despite its meager intro, the EdT crescendos nicely and easily persists a good 10 hours, unfolding precisely as the splash does, but with more warmth and woodiness in the dry down.

Once again, Barrister and Mann comes through with a unique fragrance in Vespers. Beginning as a whimsically festive gourmand before ushering in an ambitious, yet elegant fougère is classic Barrister and Mann fragrance storytelling. Couple that with a stellar new base, and you have yet another essential holiday seasonal set.
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Terrific review!

120inna55 · Nov 20, 2018

Norcalnewb said: ↑

Terrific review!
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Thank you!

Smooth Steve · Nov 20, 2018

120inna55 said: ↑

Barrister and Mann | Vespers
Phoenix Shaving | The Starcraft | Roswell Hybrid Synth
The New Improved Schick Injector Razor | Personna 74

Vespers introduces Barrister and Mann's new soap base, Excelsior. I'm a fan of their prior white label base as well as current bases, Glissant and Barrister's Reserve. This is my first use of the base, so I will try to restrain my excitement, but this is clearly an improvement to already outstanding bases and instantly a top-level soap. Excelsior seems to be an amalgamation of all the best attributes of the aforementioned bases, but it accomplishes them in swift, more intuitive fashion. A 30-second load of the well-saturated Roswell Synth knot immediately yields what appears to be proto-lather, but ultimately this is the end-stage consistency of the lathered soap. There is no big bubble stage as it moves instantly from slurry to butter within seconds. This dense, creamy whipped butter lather holds to a low profile strata that simply paints on. That's not to say it lacks volume, but rather a controlled lather that's ready for work immediately. While some of us seem to enjoy working the lather, Excelsior tops out right away. The result is a hyper-white pearly luster. It accepts a fair bit of water, but it doesn't demand it. The resultant superb glide is at least on par with any other top shelf soap I've been using. The post shave is equally outstanding and natural, leaving my skin feeling soft and well hydrated. Excelsior is a legitimate contender for top performer.

In terms of fragrance, Vespers is deceptively complex in true Barrister and Mann fashion. Opening innocently enough as a rather uncomplicated gourmand by way of a light, fruity tartness with edges of peppery spice, the soap essentially ends there as there's no room to develop the remainder of this expansive fragrance. It was at this point I felt Vespers was filling the template of last year's subtle "Promises", requiring revisits to fully appreciate the intricacies. However, the splash is critical to this story, and if you like it, stick around for the EdT. The cheerful tart-berried spicy gourmand gradually acquires sweetness and depth simultaneously, abandoning the initial frivolity for something a bit more reticent and somber. In the brief transition, the fresh berries are replaced by a dark fleshy plum-like fruit that's baked and then aged just short of fermentation. At this point the fragrance is devoid of any remnant of the initial gourmand, but rather a full-on, elegant fougère with vintage Brut genetics, amassing oiled leather and muted rose as the dry down plateaus. Despite its meager intro, the EdT crescendos nicely and easily persists a good 10 hours, unfolding precisely as the splash does, but with more warmth and woodiness in the dry down.

Once again, Barrister and Mann comes through with a unique fragrance in Vespers. Beginning as a whimsically festive gourmand before ushering in an ambitious, yet elegant fougère is classic Barrister and Mann fragrance storytelling. Couple that with a stellar new base, and you have yet another essential holiday seasonal set.
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Very nice Matt. I ordered the soap & AS and have been patiently waiting. Sound like it will be worth it.
Steve

Smooth Steve · Nov 20, 2018

11/21/18 Shave of the Day
Face Wash with The Sudsy Soapery Sandalwood and Citrus with Charcoal and Cocoa Soap
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Dapper Doc Conditioning Shampoo Puck
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements CUBE Mentholated Preshave Soap
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Dappalwood - Secret Menu Mash-Up Soap!
RazoRock Rosso Corsa F-400 XXL 34MM Noir Plissoft Synthetic Shaving Brush
Creative Flame Pottery Stoneware Shaving Scuttle
The Phoenix Starling SE V2 GEM Type Razor 7075 Anodized Aluminum with Purple Base Plate
Personna GEM SE Super Stainless Steel Blade - 7th Shave
RazoRock Alum Block
Homemade Lime Infused Witch Hazel
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Classic Sandalwood Aftershave Cologne with Alum
NIVEA Men Maximum Hydration Moisturizing Post Shave Balm
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Dapper Doc Natural Deodorant - Extra Sport Strength

120inna55 · Nov 20, 2018

Smooth Steve said: ↑

Very nice Matt. I ordered the soap & AS and have been patiently waiting. Sound like it will be worth it.
Steve
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Indeed. It has a lot more presence than it lets on at first.

Douglas Carey · Nov 20, 2018

Smooth Steve said: ↑

11/21/18 Shave of the Day
Face Wash with The Sudsy Soapery Sandalwood and Citrus with Charcoal and Cocoa Soap
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Dapper Doc Conditioning Shampoo Puck
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements CUBE Mentholated Preshave Soap
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Dappalwood - Secret Menu Mash-Up Soap!
RazoRock Rosso Corsa F-400 XXL 34MM Noir Plissoft Synthetic Shaving Brush
Creative Flame Pottery Stoneware Shaving Scuttle
The Phoenix Starling SE V2 GEM Type Razor 7075 Anodized Aluminum with Purple Base Plate
Personna GEM SE Super Stainless Steel Blade - 7th Shave
RazoRock Alum Block
Homemade Lime Infused Witch Hazel
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Classic Sandalwood Aftershave Cologne with Alum
NIVEA Men Maximum Hydration Moisturizing Post Shave Balm
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Dapper Doc Natural Deodorant - Extra Sport Strength

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Good picture of fine shaving equipment Steve.

Tim Spencer · Nov 20, 2018

WEDNESDAY'S SHAVE

Bath Soap - Ralph Lauren Safari

Razor - Ralph Lauren Safari Collection
Blade - Personna Twin II Plus (with lubrication strip) *5th Shave
Shave Brush - Ralph Lauren Safari Collection fitted with Synthetic Knot manufactured by Frank Shaving (replaced by jimjo1031)
Hair Brush - Ralph Lauren Safari Collection
Shave Soap - Ralph Lauren Safari
Shave Mug - Ralph Lauren Safari Collection
Aftershave - Ralph Lauren Safari
Post Shave Balm - Ralph Lauren Safari
Deodorant - Ralph Lauren Safari
Fragrance - Ralph Lauren Safari

*All products are vintage original Ralph Lauren Safari products from the 1990's. The razor is apparently a European model as, from what I was told by Planofman that his is different in some way. I got my razor shipped from Britain in an Ebay purchase.

Tim Spencer · Nov 20, 2018

TommyCarioca said: ↑

Tim - you are pulling out the big guns brother. That is a very interesting and crazy good Malle

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I've got much more in my arsenal, but Bois d'Orage is one really nice 'herbal' themed scent. Love the stuff.

celestino · Nov 20, 2018

Smooth Steve said: ↑

Just awesome Celestino. Nice gear - Love the Shavemac! Always outstanding my friend.
Steve
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Thank you for your kind words, Steve.

celestino · Nov 20, 2018

21 November 2018

* Blackbird Polished SB
* Wizamet Iridium Super
* Shavemac Silvertip 2-Band
* Mystic Water Poggio dei Pin
* Unrefined Shea Butter
* Bergamot/Vetiver EO

brit · Nov 20, 2018

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Three passes with the Aristocrat #66, finished off with a Scotch Old Fashioned.

I'm also using Haslinger Honey soap for the first time this week and its pretty impressive. Im sure I'll buy again.
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lovely crat, nice looking scotch..

brit · Nov 21, 2018

hello fello shavers, tuesday night shave,
60s brit rocket, nacet, rr barrel 24 finest badger brush
a and e grecian horse soap, chiseled face gtb a/s.
lovely 2 pass combination shave, dfs, no drama.
have a great week , happy thanksgiving to those celebrating, gary

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