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[never-stop-learning]

Sorry to hear the news about the Mrs. I'm keeping your family in my prayers.

Thank you, @Balin.

 

[never-stop-learning]

Sunday 20240421
366 Shaves in 2024: 112 of 112 = 100%
Single Edge Sunday
Synthetic Sunday
Vintage April 2024

Razor: Jones Shake-Sharp v1
Blade: Gillette 7 O'Clock Super Platinum (8 shaves, 16 passes)

Brush: AP Shave Co Jade (AP Shave Co 26mm Synbad Fan)
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: WSP Rustic Blackbeard
Aftershave: Clubman Pinaud Special Reserve

The Jones Shake-Sharp v1 razor matches up nicely with the Gillette 7 O'Clock Super Platinum blade. One of the better blade matches I've tried in this razor. The combination is excellent! A very cool razor!

This week's Supporting Cast is made up of excellent performers. Many comments throughout My Journal regarding these excellent shaving items.

Superb 2-pass shave.

 

[LRod]

More prayers for your wife from Florida!!

 

[never-stop-learning]

More prayers for your wife from Florida!!

Thank you, @LRod.

 

[cajunrph]

Prayers continued for you and your bride.

 

[never-stop-learning]

Prayers continued for you and your bride.

Thank you, John.

 

[never-stop-learning]

Monday 20240422
366 Shaves in 2024: 113 of 113 = 100%
Vintage April 2024
Razor: Israeli Pleese Amcor (Shield Polished Ti Handle)
Blade: Personna Israeli Platinum Red (5 shaves, 18 passes)

Tuesday 20240423
366 Shaves in 2024: 114 of 114 = 100%
Vintage April 2024
Razor: Israeli Pleese Amcor (Shield Polished Ti Handle)
Blade: Personna Israeli Platinum Red (6 shaves, 20 passes)

Wednesday 20240424
366 Shaves in 2024: 115 of 115 = 100%
Vintage April 2024
Razor: Israeli Pleese Amcor (Shield Polished Ti Handle)
Blade: Personna Israeli Platinum Red (7 shaves, 22 passes)

Brush: AP Shave Co Jade (AP Shave Co 26mm Synbad Fan)
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: WSP Rustic Blackbeard
Aftershave: Clubman Pinaud Special Reserve

This Vintage razor is quite interesting. Description from an old listing on an auction site: "Pleese Amcor 1950's vintage double edge three piece safety razor, manufactured by Pleese Amcor in Israel." The Pleese Amcor is also mentioned as being an aggressive razor in some older posts right here on B&B.

The Pleese Amcor looks very much like a Tech. The handle is too skinny for me to get a decent grip. Normally, I would reach for one of my treasured Rosseforp GTx handles, but the threads don't match up. The Shield Polished Ti handle matched up nicely, so I used it. Very comfortable balance and control.

Does the Pleese Amcor shave like a Tech? Pretty much. Paired with a Personna Israeli Platinum Red blade, it's close. Certainly not a rough shaving razor. It's a very good razor, but does it displace any of my Top 5 Techs? Not in my opinion. I'd say it fits nicely in my occasional use group and will use it with pleasure when the mood strikes.

This week's Supporting Cast is made up of excellent performers. Many comments throughout My Journal regarding these excellent items.

Excellent 2-pass shaves.

 

[never-stop-learning]

Thursday 20240425
366 Shaves in 2024: 116 of 116 = 100%
Vintage April 2024

Razor: Star DE (Rosseforp GTS 25g Handle)
Blade: Gillette 7 O'Clock Super Platinum (9 shaves, 18 passes)

Brush: AP Shave Co Jade (AP Shave Co 26mm Synbad Fan)
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: WSP Rustic Blackbeard
Aftershave: Clubman Pinaud Special Reserve

This is an early, all Brass, Star DE used with Doug’s outstanding 25g GTS handle. The combination provides excellent comfort and control. The Star DE is very "Tech like" in its presentation. A bit more efficient. Comparably smooth. Very nimble & maneuverable and predictable. A very effective vintage razor! Results are superb!

This week's Supporting Cast is made up of excellent performers. Many comments throughout My Journal regarding these excellent items.

Superb 2-Pass shave!