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[never-stop-learning]

That brush, though. Excellent

Thank you very much.

 

[never-stop-learning]

20220901
365 Shaves in 2022: 244 of 244 = 100%
Blackland Brotherhood
Blackland Thursday
Single Edge September (SEptember)
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance

Razor: @Blackland Razors SS Vector SB (GTC 25g Handle)
Blade: Kai Captain Titan Protouch MG (3)
Brush: @Rudy Vey Zebra Stripe (Shavemac 24mm D01 3-Band Silvertip Fan)
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: RazoRock Plague Doctor
Aftershave: RazoRock Plague Doctor
Fragrance: Pino Silvestre Oud Absolute EdT Spray

Welcome to Single Edge September (SEptember)!
Thread 'Official Single Edge September (SEptember) Thread' Official Single Edge September (SEptember) Thread - https://www.badgerandblade.com/forum/threads/official-single-edge-september-september-thread.627181/

The SS Vector SB is my favorite razor. The pairing with the Kai Protouch MG is a complete pleasure to use!

The Rudy Vey Zebra Stripe is extremely comfortable. Outstanding performance!

Same soap, aftershave and fragrance as yesterday. A wonderful combination that is very satisfying

Superb top tier shave!

 

[Phoenixkh]

20220901
365 Shaves in 2022: 244 of 244 = 100%
Blackland Brotherhood
Blackland Thursday
Single Edge September (SEptember)
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance
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Razor: @Blackland Razors SS Vector SB (GTC 25g Handle)
Blade: Kai Captain Titan Protouch MG (3)
Brush: @Rudy Vey Zebra Stripe (Shavemac 24mm D01 3-Band Silvertip Fan)
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: RazoRock Plague Doctor
Aftershave: RazoRock Plague Doctor
Fragrance: Pino Silvestre Oud Absolute EdT Spray

Welcome to Single Edge September (SEptember)!
Thread 'Official Single Edge September (SEptember) Thread' Official Single Edge September (SEptember) Thread - https://www.badgerandblade.com/forum/threads/official-single-edge-september-september-thread.627181/

The SS Vector SB is my favorite razor. The pairing with the Kai Protouch MG is a complete pleasure to use!
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The Rudy Vey Zebra Stripe is extremely comfortable. Outstanding performance!
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Same soap, aftershave and fragrance as yesterday. A wonderful combination that is very satisfying

Superb top tier shave!

I don't know why... but I'm really looking forward to your new Vector Titanium review later this month. <eg>

 

[never-stop-learning]

I don't know why... but I'm really looking forward to your new Vector Titanium review later this month. <eg>

Thank you Kim. I sincerely hope that the Ti Vector SB assumes "Most Favored Razor" status in my Den.

But if it doesn't, I'm sure that it will still be fun.

 

[never-stop-learning]

20220902
365 Shaves in 2022: 245 of 245 = 100%
Blackland Brotherhood
Clubman Friday
Daily Double
Fatip Friday
Single Edge September (SEptember) 2022
Slantember 2022
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance

Razor: Fatip Mixed Metal Lo Storto Originale
Blade: German Bolzano (4)
Razor: @Blackland Razors SS Vector SB (GTC 25g Handle)
Blade: Kai Captain Titan Protouch MG (4)
Brush: Omega EVO
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: Cyril R. Salter Indian Sandalwood
Aftershave: Pinaud Clubman
Fragrance: Belcam Volatile EdT Spray

Doubling up today to cover Fatip Friday, SEptember and Slantember. Used the Fatip Slant for my first two passes (WTG & ATG) and the Blackland Razors Vector SB for the final two (XTG & Touchup).

The Fatip Mixed Metal Lo Storto Originale is an outstanding slant razor. In my opinion, one of the best values in shaving!
The SS Vector SB is my favorite razor. The pairing with the Kai Protouch MG is a complete pleasure to use!

The Omega EVO is an outstanding synthetic brush. One of my favorites!

Went with Cyril R. Salter Indian Sandalwood Tub Cream, Pinaud Clubman Aftershave and Belcam Volatile EdT Spray Fragrance today. A wonderful combination that is bold and very satisfying

Superb shave, top tier results!

 

[never-stop-learning]

20220903
365 Shaves in 2022: 246 of 246 = 100%
Single Edge September (SEptember) 2022
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance

Razor: Claymore Evolution (GTC 25g Handle)
Blade: Feather Pro Super (1)
Brush: @Rudy Vey Lime Swirl (Shavemac D01 2-Band Badger)
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: Cyril R. Salter Indian Sandalwood
Aftershave: Pinaud Clubman
Fragrance: Belcam Volatile EdT Spray

The Claymore Evolution pairs really well with the Feather Pro Super. Kicks up the efficiency a notch or two and maintains a smooth feel. Still evaluating where the Claymore Evolution fits in my razor hierarchy. One thing for sure, this was the best blade pairing and shave to date with the Claymore Evolution!

The Rudy Vey Lime Swirl is a really cool brush. Good backbone. Lathers well. Face Lathers and paints. A pleasure to use!

Went with Cyril R. Salter Indian Sandalwood Tub Cream, Pinaud Clubman Aftershave and Belcam Volatile EdT Spray Fragrance again today. A wonderful combination that is bold and very satisfying

Superb shave!

 

[never-stop-learning]

20220904
365 Shaves in 2022: 247 of 247 = 100%
Single Edge September (SEptember) 2022
Single Edge Sunday
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance

Razor: Colonial Razors The General V2 (GTC 25g Handle)
Blade: Kai Captain Titan Protouch MG (5)
Brush: @Rudy Vey Butterscotch Beehive (Shavemac 24mm 2-Band Silvertip Fan)
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: Cyril R. Salter Indian Sandalwood
Aftershave: Pinaud Clubman
Fragrance: Belcam Volatile EdT Spray

The General resides near the top of my Alpha Big Dog AC Blade razors, just behind the SS Vector SB. Medium/high efficient, highly smooth, medium++ nimble & maneuverable = a highly effective razor that is very predictable!

The Rudy Vey Butterscotch Beehive is a great brush and a pleasure to use!

Staying with the Cyril R. Salter Indian Sandalwood Tub Cream, Pinaud Clubman Aftershave and Belcam Volatile EdT Spray Fragrance again today. A wonderful combination that is bold and very satisfying

Superb top tier shave!

 

[never-stop-learning]

20220905
365 Shaves in 2022: 248 of 248 = 100%
MdC Monday
Micromatic Monday
Single Edge September (SEptember) 2022
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance

Razor: GEM Featherweight Deluxe
Blade: Personna GEM (8)
Brush: Omega Jade 011842 Premium Pure Bristle
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: Martin de Candre Fougère
Aftershave: Brut Classic
Fragrance: Brut Original EdT Spray

The GEM Featherweight Deluxe is mild and smooth, but still effective. Removes my whiskers without any irritation. Very cool GEM razor!

The Omega Jade 011842 Premium Pure Bristle brush rocks. Fantastic brush!

Martin de Candre Fougère is as good as shaving soap gets!

Brut Classic Aftershave and Brut Original EdT Spray are a wonderful combination that complements MdC Fougère perfectly. Very satisfying!

Superb shave!

 

[never-stop-learning]

20220906
365 Shaves in 2022: 249 of 249 = 100%
Single Edge September (SEptember) 2022
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance

Razor: @Above The Tie Aluminum SE1 (ATT Aluminum Handle)
Blade: Kai Captain Titan Protouch MG (6)
Brush: @apshaveco Black Green (AP Shave Co 26mm G5C Fan)
Bowl: Face Lathered
Lather: Mitchell's Wool Fat
Aftershave: Bootlegger's El Dorado
Fragrance: Belcam Volatile EdT Spray

The ATT Aluminum SE1 pairs up nicely with the Kai Captain Titan Protouch MG blade. Medium efficient. Smooth. Not as effective as the Vector or The General. Still, a nice enjoyable shave!

Love the AP Shave Co Black Green handle + AP Shave Co 26mm G5C Fan. Excellent for bowl and face lathering. Excellent performance!

The Fat rocks! Wonderful soap!

Bootlegger's El Dorado aftershave + Belcam Volatile EdT Spray is one of my favorite combinations. Stands out, very bold!

Excellent shave!

 

[never-stop-learning]

20220907
365 Shaves in 2022: 250 of 250 = 100%
Blackland Brotherhood
Bootlegger's Brigands
Single Edge September (SEptember) 2022
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance

Razor: @Blackland Razors Sabre L2 (GTC 25g Handle)
Blade: Personna GEM (1)
Brush: Heritage Collection Ever-Ready 500E (Heritage Manchurian knot)
Bowl: Face Lathered
Lather: Mitchell's Wool Fat
Aftershave: Bootlegger's El Dorado
Fragrance: Belcam Volatile EdT Spray

The Sabre L2 is my Alpha Big Dog GEM blade razor and one of my top razors of any blade type! The GTC 25g handle complements the Sabre head beautifully. Efficient, smooth and very effective!

The Heritage Collection Ever-Ready 500E does a lot of things right. Soft tips. Good backbone. Builds great lathers. Ergonomic handle. Nice for face lathering. Overall, a great brush!

Stayed with The Fat, Bootlegger's El Dorado and Belcam Volatile EdT Spray again today. Very bold and satisfying!

Superb top tier shave!

 

[never-stop-learning]

20220908
365 Shaves in 2022: 251 of 251 = 100%
Blackland Brotherhood
Blackland Thursday
Bootlegger's Brigands
Single Edge September (SEptember) 2022
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance

Razor: @Blackland Razors SS Vector SB (GTC 25g Handle)
Blade: Kai Captain Titan Protouch MG (7 and retired)
Brush: @apshaveco Jade (AP Shave Co 26mm Synbad Fan)
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: Mitchell's Wool Fat
Aftershave: Bootlegger's El Dorado
Fragrance: Belcam Volatile EdT Spray

The SS Vector is my Alpha Big Dog AC Blade and Overall Alpha Big Dog Razor! The GTC 25g handle complements the SS Vector head beautifully. The combination receives high scores on all of my required razor attributes. Overall, an exceptionally effective razor that I could easily and happily shave with every day!

The AP Shave Co Jade is a wonderful brush. Lathers great. Feels great.

Stayed with The Fat, Bootlegger's El Dorado and Belcam Volatile EdT Spray again today. The Fat is one of the all time great shaving soaps. I especially like the El Dorado aftershave and Volatile fragrance pairing. Very bold and satisfying!

Superb top tier shave!

 

[never-stop-learning]

@Phoenixkh Kim, have you tried the Feather Pro Super in your Claymore Evolution yet? I really like the pairing. Kicks up the efficiency a notch and still very smooth.

 

[never-stop-learning]

20220909
365 Shaves in 2022: 252 of 252 = 100%
Blackland Brotherhood
Clubman Friday
Daily Double
Fatip Friday
Single Edge September (SEptember) 2022
Slantember 2022
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance

Razor: Fatip Mixed Metal Lo Storto Originale
Blade: German Bolzano (5 and retired)
Razor: @Blackland Razors SS Vector SB (GTC 25g Handle)
Blade: Kai Captain Titan Protouch MG (1)
Brush: @Rudy Vey B&B 2022 Contributors Brush (25mm Mühle STF)
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: Mitchell's Wool Fat
Aftershave: Bootlegger's El Dorado
Fragrance: Belcam Volatile EdT Spray

Doubling up today to cover Fatip Friday, SEptember and Slantember. Used the Fatip Slant for my first two passes (WTG & ATG) and the Blackland Razors Vector SB for the final two (XTG & Touchup).

The Fatip Mixed Metal Lo Storto Originale is an outstanding slant razor!
The SS Vector SB is my Overall Alpha Big Dog Razor. Incredible razor!

The Rudy Vey 2022 B&B Contributors Brush is an outstanding brush. Exceptional performance!

Stayed with The Fat, Bootlegger's El Dorado and Belcam Volatile EdT Spray again today. Very bold and satisfying!

Superb shave, top tier results!

 

[Phoenixkh]

@Phoenixkh Kim, have you tried the Feather Pro Super in your Claymore Evolution yet? I really like the pairing. Kicks up the efficiency a notch and still very smooth.

Not yet... I had planned to do that here in Bali but I think I'll wait until we get home... so I can actually see what I'm doing. <eg>

 

[never-stop-learning]

Not yet... I had planned to do that here in Bali but I think I'll wait until we get home... so I can actually see what I'm doing. <eg>

Looking forward to your thoughts on this combination.

 

[Phoenixkh]

Looking forward to your thoughts on this combination.

I think it will be a test for me... whether a more "efficient" razor is a path I want to pursue. I am hoping, if I go slow enough, it won't be that big of a deal as far as adjusting my technique to accommodate the extra protrusion of the blade.

 

[never-stop-learning]

I think it will be a test for me... whether a more "efficient" razor is a path I want to pursue. I am hoping, if I go slow enough, it won't be that big of a deal as far as adjusting my technique to accommodate the extra protrusion of the blade.

On my face, skin and beard, the combination is efficient and very smooth.

 

[never-stop-learning]

20220910
365 Shaves in 2022: 253 of 253 = 100%
Blackland Brotherhood
Bootlegger's Brigands
Single Edge September (SEptember) 2022
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance

Razor: @Blackland Razors SS Vector SB (GTC 25g Handle)
Blade: Feather Pro Super (2)
Brush: @apshaveco White (AP Shave Co 26mm G5C Fan)
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: Mitchell's Wool Fat
Aftershave: Bootlegger's El Dorado
Fragrance: Belcam Volatile EdT Spray

The SS Vector is my favorite razor! The GTC 25g handle complements the SS Vector head beautifully. The Feather Pro Super blade is not quite as smooth as the Kai MG blade, but it does kick the efficiency up a notch. This combination also receives high scores on all of my required razor attributes. Overall, an exceptionally effective razor!

The AP Shave Co White is a wonderful brush. Lathers great. Feels great. I really like the G5C Fan!

Stayed with The Fat, Bootlegger's El Dorado and Belcam Volatile EdT Spray again today. Very bold and satisfying!

Superb top tier shave in all respects!

 

[never-stop-learning]

20220911
9/11 - Never Forget
365 Shaves in 2022: 254 of 254 = 100%
Bootlegger's Brigands
Single Edge September (SEptember) 2022

Razor: RazoRock Hawk V3-A (@Rosseforp GTC 25g Handle)
Blade: Kai Captain Titan Mild Protouch MG (2)
Brush: Wild West Brushworks Venom Handle (TNS 26mm Timberwolf Fan)
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: Mitchell's Wool Fat
Aftershave: Bootlegger's El Dorado
Fragrance: Belcam Volatile EdT Spray

The V3-A is listed as the high efficiency member of the RR Hawk V3 family (A = Aggressive?). This is a razor that does not lend itself to a steep angle. I use a shallow side of neutral angle to get a medium efficient shave. The V3-A is smooth. It does not, however, keep up with my top Alpha Big Dog AC razors in the nimble and maneuverable attributes. Overall, the V3-A is a good razor that resides somewhere in the Extended - Occasional Use and Runs With The Big Dogs Categories!

The Wild West Brushworks Venom is a great looking and great performing brush!

Stayed with The Fat, Bootlegger's El Dorado and Belcam Volatile EdT Spray again today. Very bold and satisfying!

Superb shave!

 

[GBerry]

What a strong showing by the vintage guys in the

"Official Single Edge September (SEptember) Thread"​