Thread: Sun July 29th - Sat August 04th

Strop: Scrupleworks oiled horsehide
Razor: Heljestrand Royal Kindal, 13/16 full hollow
Soap: I Coloniali mango oil
Brush: Epsilon fiber
A/S Clinique post shave healer

Shave of the Day - August 1, 2018:
Pre: Hot Shower & Proraso White Preshave Balm;
Brush: Declaration Grooming B5;
Strop: Red Imp 700;
Razor: Rudolf Schmidt Bambola 192 (13/16ths, full hollow);
Soap: Noble Otter Lonestar;
Post: Thayers Witch Hazel;
AS: Noble Otter Lonestar;
Balm: Wholly Kaw Bare Naked

Wednesday, 1 August

Tunes: John Coltrane - Both Directions at Once: The Lost Album
Strop: Portland Razor Co.
Prep: Hot Shower + Noxema
Brush: Restored Butterscotch Bakelite / Synthetic
Cream: Old Spice
Razor: C-MON Special
Post: Thayer’s Original WH + Clubman Bay Rum
Beard: N/A

Today was one of those shaves I didn’t ever want to end. I took a few days off from work to try to restore a bit of sanity. Going to take some time to relax w/ Coop, play some Saratoga races, and hang out at the workbench. I’m well on my way with this morning’s old school shave.

It reminded me of my tradition of a haircut and shave on Saturday morning before going to the races. Joe the Barber was the one who got me started with straight shaving back in the day. I always miss him and his shop. It’s amazing how fragrances can bring back a flood of good memories though...

Part of the enjoyment was from the “new” Coltrane lost album. It is incredible and not only something for completionists. It is worth hearing even if you’re just a casual jazz fan. I purchased the deluxe edition, and it’s been in heavy rotation here.

Sorry for the long winded post. Keep the amazing shaves coming, brothers! I truly enjoy each and every one of them!

Shawn (& Cooper)

Originally Posted by outback

Beautiful razor, sir.
Funny to think, but it was in my hands before yours. I'd stopped in to see Robert just before he sent it to you.

Thanks!
It is interesting as Robert told me that the friend came to him, saw this razor and "was afraid" even to take it in hand

Originally Posted by outback

Its a true masterpiece, and a one of a kind.
So how'd it shave.!?

Large and heavy sword, I need to get used to the razor that format.

Originally Posted by evnpar

Beautiful razor, and a very well done photo, Dmitri.

Thanks again, Richard!

For Thursday



Razor - Clauss
Soap - EJ Sandalwood
Brush - Muhle Retro/my least favourite badger brush
AS - Clubman Citrus Musk EdC

No prep cold water 4 pass face lathered shave

Bob

Originally Posted by Navarrsky

Thanks!
It is interesting as Robert told me that the friend came to him, saw this razor and "was afraid" even to take it in hand



Large and heavy sword, I need to get used to the razor that format.

Well it wasn't me, my fingers were feeling sticky...if ya know what I mean.

Originally Posted by Navarrsky

Custom Robert Williams "The Queen of Spades"
Paladin HNB LE
Crown & Crane soap
Penhaligon's AS

Well this is probably the nicest Shave of the Day I've ever seen, outstanding, beautiful pic, spectacular razor, hits every button!

I bow to thee!

2 August 2018

* Rex Ambassador
* Wizamet Iridium Super
* Epsilon 2-Band + Doug Korn Faux Briarwood C7
* Mystic Water Lavender/Lime
* Unrefined Shea Butter
* Bergamot/Vetiver EO

That Queen of Spades is amazing, congrats!

Razor: early Le Grelot 1/4 hollow, 6/8
Brush: Mühle synthetic 23mm
Soap: Valobra (almond)
A/S: vintage 'Moustache' by Rochas