SOTD "FREE WEEK" February 20th - February 26th, 2017

[ronweston]

SOTD - Friday, February 24, 2017 - Hulk Smash Leviathan

Soap: Barrister and Mann Leviathan
Brush: RazoRock Plissoft The Hulk Synthetic
Razor: Maggard MR5 with Standard V3 head
Blade: Astra Superior Platinum (2)
Post1: Osma Bloc d'Alum
Post2: Cedar Rose Water
After Shave: Adidas Dynamic Pulse

Excellent overhead close-in shot, Troy. Very nice tonal quality.

 

[ronweston]

Paladin Falstaff Select

Mike's Natural Barber Shop

Pierce Razor

Witch Hazel​

Arresting photo, Dave. That razor is a looker. And that razor rest....

 

[sandstone]

FRIDAY SOTD ::::: February 24, 2017

Prep: Hot shower w/Gillette Fusion ProSeries Sensitive Face Wash
Pre-shave Oil: Maggard Razors Lavender
Cream: Taylor of Old Bond Street Lavender
Brush: Whipped Dog HM Badger 24mm
Razor: Timeless OC (0.95mm)
Blade: Feather New Hi-Stainless (4)
Post Splash: Thayers Lavender Witch Hazel
Aftershave: Chatillon Lux Champs de Lavande​

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Impressive shave set-up, Ron, and an evocative and captivating pic!

 

[ronweston]

February 23, 2017

Very excited about this shave

Pre: hot towel, Nivea deep cleaning face scrub
Bowl: jays clays
Brush: Maggards synth
Razor: 1965 Gillette TTO Flare tip (refurb by Delta Echo)
Blade: Astra SS
Cream: AoS Lavender
Post1: hot towel, alum, cold towel
Post2: AoS Lavender

First time with my Birth Year Gillette razor. It is much lighter in weight than my other razors. Very mild, tough to feel the blade. Very comfortable and very close shave. It's a keeper! Kudos to AofS. I've not used their products in a couple of years but always liked them. Great performers even if they are more expensive than should be. Solid glass bottle for the Balm.

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Finely composed vertical. The Flare Tip is quite handsome.

 

[ronweston]

Impressive shave set-up, Ron, and an evocative and captivating pic!

Thank you very much, Phil.

 

[ronweston]

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• Feb 24, 2017

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RAZOR: Gillette Slim
BLADE: Wilkinson Sword
BRUSH: LioJuny Finest Badger
LATHER: Proraso Red Soap
AFTERSHAVE: Clubman Musk

Proraso and Clubman ... classic!

 

[ronweston]

2017-02-24

Ikea bowl ¤ Semogue 680 ¤ Rotbart + 7 o'clock SharpEdge
Fine American Blend ¤ fine American Blend AS ¤ T&H Clubman

Striking sepia homage, Søren. How was the Rotbart?

 

[ronweston]

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SOTD, Friday, February 24th, 2017

Shower at gym + glycerin soap face lather and rinse
Cella shave soap
Simpson badger brush
Schulze 6/8" "Friday" straight razor
Cool washcloth rinse
Cella aftershave

Simply a beauty, Murray. Splendid arrayment. Gotta love Cella!

 

[Guestabc]

Spectacular pic, Dave. Love that brush. Such a sweet match with the razor. Neat EdT.

Thanks So Much Ron

 

[ronweston]

Razor: C-Mon HF

Strop: Kanayama

Soap: MWF

Brush: WW Custom Badger

Aftershave #1: Thayer’s WH

Aftershave #2: Small Batch Shave Tonic

Balm: Neutrogena

Talc: Clubman

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Extremely attractive close up, Will.

 

[ronweston]

Snail Forge FBU
Shavemac D01 2-band
L&L Darkfall
Chatillon Lux - La Quatrieme Ville

Love the juxtaposition of color and texture. Excellent presentation.

 

[ronweston]

Parker 65R
Feather (24)
RazoRock Santa Maria del Fiore (116)
RazoRock Plissoft
Brut Dominant Locion / AoS Ocean Kelp ASB
Estee Lauder Pleasures for Him

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Marvelous placement. Exceptional lighting. Love that Parker handle.

 

[Guestabc]

Saturday's Shave
02.25.2017
Shower + Musgo Glyce face lather & rinse

Gillette Fatboy
Astra SP (1)
Rubberset 400-4 / TGN Finest
Shulton Old Spice shave soap
Shulton Old Spice Cologne

Have a Good Saturday Gentlemen

 

[evnpar]

Hyashi Diamond 8000 // Mastro Livi Loom Strop // Atkinsons Shaving Soap + After Shave // Shavemac 2-Band​

 

[ronweston]

Saturday Planned SOTD

Razor: Executive Shaving Claymore SE\MR9
Blade: Feather Pro (D2)
Brush: Wolf Whiskers THBS Black Wolf 25mm
Bowl: The Distinctive Goat Style 3 5"
Pre-Shave Scrub: Ginger Garden Aventus
Pre-Shave Balm: TSD Oakmoss Sandalwood
Shave Soap: Viking Soaps Tree of Life
Post: Monster Block Alum
Aftershave: AOS Sandalwood Balm​

Superb layout. How do you like the Claymore? I see you are using a different handle.

 

[ronweston]

* February 24, 2017 *
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Shaving Soap/cream - De Vergulde Hand (Stick Soap)
Brush - Edwin Jagger Synthetic Silvertip
Razor - Merkur 38C
Blade - LORD Super Stainless Extra
After shave - LEA 3in1 + Skino​

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Like that curvy design within the photo. It accentuates your portrait.

 

[ronweston]

2/24/2017
sotd
1. hot shower
2. art of shaving lavendar pre shave oil
3. semogue boar with sterling noir
4. LORD head from 3 piece/Custom Handle from ROD GEORGE . amazing hand made one of kind work, also a super nice guy with cheap prices.
5. feather blade (1)
6. shulton old spice a.s. / vintage admiral decanter NOS 1st use today . Fresh and amazing.

Dandy photo, Jamie. Love that decanter. The razor perform well with the custom handle?

 

[ronweston]

02/24/17 Shave of the Day
Face Wash with Detroit Grooming Ludington Glycerin Bar Soap
RazoRock XXX LE Shave Soap
Wolf Whiskers Blue Train Custom 24mm Silvertip Badger Brush
Creative Flame Pottery Stoneware Shaving Scuttle
Crown King Shavette - Bone Scales Handle - First & Last? Shave
Derby Extra Half Blade - 1st Shave
RazoRock Alum Stick
Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel Toner
Aqua Velva Classic Ice Blue Cooling After Shave
NIVEA Men Sensitive Cooling Post Shave Balm​

Today I did something new for me in the world of shaving! I tried a replicable blade, single edge razor – The Crown King Shavette with Bone Scales. Keep in mind, I also never used a standard straight edge. As expected, it was the roughest shave I had in a long time, maybe ever. Just call me “Bloody Nick”. As expected, doing something that is almost an art for the first time, I had difficulty trying to find a comfortable way to hold the razor, and even just seeing what I was doing. Between trying to keep my hands and arms out of the way and being half blind and at a distance from the mirror, I found it very awkward passing the razor at a good consistent angle, stroking the contour of my face, keeping the razor parallel with my skin and not applying pressure. My face was a bit raw after the shave and yes the alum stung when done. I am right hand is dominant, and my right cheek faired the best. I cut myself on the first pass on the left side closer to the jawbone. My neck was not too bad, but trying to get around my chin was the toughest. I was able to get an acceptable shave, closeness wise; but for sure it is not as smooth as my typical shaves – and definitely the blood is not a standard affair I encounter. My hat goes off to those of you that can do this on a daily basis. I will certainly give this razor a rest, give my face a break, and maybe try again next weekend if I am up to it. I think I need to watch some more videos now that I have tried it myself once and can relate better to what is happening. I’m not sure this type of shaving is for me. I have enough DE & SE razors that I love using, are comfortable and provide very enjoyable shaves. I had to give this a try, but in the end, I have to like what I am doing, or it becomes an unnecessary chore instead of a pleasurable experience. At least for now, I can say I gave it a try and even though it was rough, the adventure was fun, but definitely not something I’m ready to go all in on.
Steve

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Excellent commentary, Steve. That is a wicked looking blade. I have a shavette made for the Shavette World FB group and a Feather Artist Club SS razor. I put the half blade in the SW but haven't touched my face with it. I'm slowly thinking about it. I enjoy my shave and want to keep it that way. I've heard some only do part of their face until they gain enough confidence and skill. I think I'll be cautious and take my time. While watching a video it looks so easy. But there is a reason for that look of ease.

 

[ronweston]

Timeless/Stork :: PantaRei :: TFS :: St. James' AS​

Talk about a rustic setting, Chris! Quite an intriguing shot. Is the handle of the PantaRei comfortable to use?

 

[ronweston]

ATT S2 Kronos / Feather
Rudy Vey 'SOC' Boar
Stirling Gentleman Shave Soap & ASL

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That's a stately array, Phil. Quite an interesting brush handle.