SOTD "HOLIDAY WEEK" - December 19th - December 25th, 2016

[DEdestroyer]

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Razor - Timeless .68 SB Matte Finish
Blade - Astra SP
Brush - Loveyourshave Custom 31mm Finest (AKA Jack From The Nightmare Before Christmas)
Soap - B&M Dickens
Aftershave - B&M Dickens

 

[ronweston]

CHRISTMAS SOTD ::::: December 25, 2016


Pep: Hot shower w/Gillette Fusion ProSeries Sensitive Face Wash
Pre-shave Oil: Beaver WoodWright (Black Ship Grooming Co.)
Soap: L&L Grooming After the Rain
Brush: Black Ship Grooming Co. The Whaler Schooner 2-band badger 28mm
Razor: Parker Variant Adjustable
Blade: Shark Super Chrome (1)
Post Splash: Thayers Rose Petal Witch Hazel
Aftershave: L&L Grooming After the Rain

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[ronweston]

Thanks, Ron! I actually did not care for the scent of Stirling's F&M. I liked their "Christmas Eve" much better. The best F&M scented soap I've tried is Mystic Water's version - by a wide, wide margin.

Too bad about the Stirling scent. I've used the Beaver WoodWright F&M, which is quite nice. Maybe I should try the Mystic Water's one.

 

[sandstone]

Ah, Christmas Eve was such a wonderful day at SOTD. You really outdid yourselves, gentlemen.

Awesome beauty in pictures and words. Thanks for each one.


@Smooth Steve - Really a nice tableau, Steve! It's a beauty.
@Thalasos - Unique arrangement ... and I like it. Great way to dislay the MdC.
@Clint64 - Lovely photo. THe red tones are so right. Love the poinsettia.
@Jnatcat - Stately shave, Will.
@gemini68j - Attractive layout. The red spread heightens the colors of your elements. Like the card.
@carm-gs - Good high angle shot.
@Dagwoodz - Looks like a nice laid back shave, Josh.
@alfredus - Quite the scenic background. I'm envious. Merry Christmas and enjoy your time away.
@Cash_Stronomer - Fine stoic shot. Must have been fun in all that iciness.
@The Razor - Welcome to SOTD. Smart looking shave. Don't be a stranger.
@skypsyd - A shaver's Christmas Card if I ever saw one! Thanks, Dave.
@jfim88 - Quality shave. Nice little tree.
@lindyhop66 - Simple, to the point, and effective!
@fallenangell - A stunning photo. Love the razor!!
@Adam18 - Such a fine presentation. I do hope you have a Happy Chanukah.
@Doug57 - Excellent close up, Doug.
@cmh737 - You know how to go green, Chris. Love it!
@blexa - Splendid shot. Neat arrangement. Do love the cream, brush and razor! Nice background pics.
@Noire - What an array! The greenery is superb. And the light.... Merry Christmas to you and thank you.
@PACO GALAN - Beautiful display. Hope you have a very Merry Christmas.
@EzraCobb - This is quite a nice group shot, Jamie. Love the vintage OS bottle.
@sarimento1 - Outstanding close-knit photo, Murray. That Kai is quite a razor.
@jmudrick - Choice macro-esque pic!
@Smooth Steve - Like this layout a lot, Steve. How was the Limenthol?
@Rxdude - Handsome high angle photo. Great razor and brush.
@ciderguy - Striking perspective shot, Nick. Congrats on the gifts.
@blzrfn - Exceptionally lovely pic, Dave. Against the black the colors are stunning.
@xxlpack - Another delightfully rich photo. Love the balls hanging from the frame.
@CT23 - A magnificient picture, Chris! So you scale trees too? This one should go in a frame and on the wall or in a gallery!
@sandstone - Masterful, Phil! Your color coordination is awesome!
@eezee - Love your 2-fers! (1) Your lime selections are spectacular! (2) And then you follow it with rum!
@120inna55 - Nestled all sung in their bed.... Matt strikes again ... what a beauty!
@nikonNUT - I knew Hallows had its claws in you. Ah, Punch, I remember the days....
@Jaybeez - Enviable lineup for sure!


By my watch it is now Christmas. So .....

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all!!

Best wishes to you and your families.​

My day was long, gents, so I must now say good evening. Here's to a joyous morn and a fine day following. Be seeing you....

Thanks, Ron! And thanks also for your kind and generous comments each day here on SOTD. You are a true gentleman and a credit to Badger & Blade!

 

[eezee]

12/25/16

Proraso Green Tea & Oatmeal Pre Shave Cream
Martin de Candre
Plisson pour L'Occitane
6/8 Art of Shaving Thiers-Issard
Tony Miller 3" Heirloom Steerhide Strop
Shavex Alum Block
Murray & Lanman Florida Water
Nivea Post Shave Balm
Montblanc Starwalker
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[ronweston]

Thanks Ron.

Very nice looking Photo, good choice for an agressive razor like is the R41, very beautifull brush


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Merry Christmas TO ALL
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Thanks. I'm warming up to the R41 the more I use it. The Maggar is a fine synthetic brush.

 

[ronweston]

Thank you Ron for all the work you put in and the kind comments. Merry Christmas!

The Limenthol is great. It is the only CRSW soap I own. Off the puck the scent was different but enjoyable. As you load, the lime dominates and smells nice. The lather was exceptional and had just the right amount of cooling. The slickness combined with the post shave is just perfect. The Post shave lotion is balm-like. I would prefer an alcohol based lime aftershave over a a thicker balm, but it left my face feeling hydrated and very smooth. The wife liked it also, so that is always a winner.

Steve

Thank you, Steve. Hope you had a fine Christmas. Great comment on the Limenthol.

 

[ronweston]

Thanks, Ron! And thanks also for your kind and generous comments each day here on SOTD. You are a true gentleman and a credit to Badger & Blade!

Well, thank you, Phil.

 

[troy71mo]

SOTD 12/25/2016

First SOTD post for me. I have a shaved head and usually use a cartridge for my head so I've included it, hope it's ok, if not, I will exclude it from future posts.

Shave Soap: Dr Jon's Krampus
Brush: Semogue 1460 Excelsior Boar (Best 90% Tops) 21mm knot
Razor: Merkur 23C
Blade: Gillette Silver Blue (1)
Head Razor/Blade: Gillette Sensor Excel (1)
No pre or post

Merry Christmas

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[ronweston]

I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas. At SOTD things were quite merry and bright with beautiful pictures and descriptive phrases in abundance.

Thank you, gentlemen for each submission, whether it was a photograph or text post. All are appreciated.


@evnpar - What a way to say Merry Christmas!
@cmh737 - Quite a fine Christmas shave; very stately.
@Artlogon - Welcome to SOTD. Nice shave. Give the Rapira a chance; it's always been a fine blade for me.
@DblD - Lovely setup. I need to use Trismegistus again soon.
@shynt - Welcome to SOTD. Like the macro-esque shot.
@Clint64 - Beautiful pic. Love the reflections on razor, brush and dish.
@ClaudioBP - Accomplished close-in. Love the soap!
@Jnatcat - That's what I call a sandawood shave, Will!
@782sirbrian - Comely setup, Brian. Drop by more often; display the Gillettes.
@razorguy - Good high angle pic.
@Cash_Stronomer - Neat photo. Love the overlay. Snowflake on the brush is a nice touch.
@Bobcat - Intriguing shave, Bob.
@UngerWood - High calibre elements in this photo.
@lindyhop66 - Handsome portrait. The berries are a plus.
@CT23 - Exquisite photo, Chris! Placement of the razor, soap and brush are quite attractive.
@Dagwoodz - Like these low level horizontals, Josh. Great song selection!
@sarimento1 - Superlative, Murray! The golden tones are perfect.
@Doug57 - Fine overhead POV, Doug. Like the use of the Christmas stocking.
@jmudrick - Like the perspective on the Damaskeene.
@doc47 - That's quite an enviable shave, Dan. Great scales on the straight.
@ram57 - Excellent Winter Wonderland shave pic. Love that border.
@caus24 - Fascinating close up shot. Great razor in the foreground.
@nikonNUT - Hard to beat a Leviathan shave.
@Smattayu - Love this dark toned photo, Eric.
@sandstone - Again, a great pic, Phil. I bet you liked the Stirling combo.
@DEdestroyer - Quite an attractive array.
@eezee - Any shave with MdC is excellent but one with Florida Water also....
@troy71mo - Welcome to SOTD. Nice layout for your first pic. You can put whatever you like in your photos.



Christmas is now ending and for some Boxing Day approaches.

I will soon be closing this thread and opening a new one. Now, I will say good evening. Be seeing you....