Thread: Sun November 14th - Sat November 21th

Pre: Hot shower
Brush: New Forest 2201
Razor: Klas Törnblom
Soap: MWF
AS: ROMA
Strops: Neil Miller
Result: Uberclean

MWF´s such a good soap, give me pimples though. but I keep on trying it out since I really like it and want to be able to use it. Hot damn sharp blade, thanks to Neil and I got a nick in the ear lobe - thank you Neil!

Le Grelot a la Max | SRD Bulgarian Rose Otto | Best Badger Travel Brush | Thayers Lavender | Sandalwood SkinFood | Mazzolari Lui

I arrived in Las Vegas yesterday, and Max was gracious enough to have me out to his home. I had a great time as he showed me where all the magic happens in his restorations. He also showed me a number of projects he had in the works. It's great to see a true master at his craft!

Best of all, I had a wonderful time getting to know Max and his wife--and who could ever forget ViVi (I know Robert prefers her to Max)! They are truly genuine and generous people. The visit was awesome. Thank you!

Before he brought me back to my hotel, Max turned over possession of two blades he did for me. This Le Grelot took a tremendous amount of work as he did a regrind to get rid of all the pitting on the spine. Like all his razors, it turned out flawless. What a special blade to add to my collection! This morning I gave her a workout, and the answer is "Yes, she does shave as great as she looks!"

(sorry for the poor image quality - cellphone camera)

It's been a great week of shaves, gentlemen, keep them coming!

Originally Posted by LegalBeagle

Le Grelot a la Max | SRD Bulgarian Rose Otto | Best Badger Travel Brush | Thayers Lavender | Sandalwood SkinFood | Mazzolari Lui

I arrived in Las Vegas yesterday, and Max was gracious enough to have me out to his home. I had a great time as he showed me where all the magic happens in his restorations. He also showed me a number of projects he had in the works. It's great to see a true master at his craft!

Best of all, I had a wonderful time getting to know Max and his wife--and who could ever forget ViVi (I know Robert prefers her to Max)! They are truly genuine and generous people. The visit was awesome. Thank you!

Before he brought me back to my hotel, Max turned over possession of two blades he did for me. This Le Grelot took a tremendous amount of work as he did a regrind to get rid of all the pitting on the spine. Like all his razors, it turned out flawless. What a special blade to add to my collection! This morning I gave her a workout, and the answer is "Yes, she does shave as great as she looks!"
(sorry for the poor image quality - cellphone camera)

It's been a great week of shaves, gentlemen, keep them coming!

Looks Great Bill! There is never a doubt about Max's work. Enjoy you trip.

Originally Posted by LegalBeagle

Le Grelot a la Max | SRD Bulgarian Rose

(1) It's great to see a true master at his craft!

(2) Best of all, I had a wonderful time getting to know Max and his wife--and who could ever forget ViVi (I know Robert prefers her to Max)!

I love that Le Grelot Bill and what a way to take her for a spin with the SRD Rose. great choice

(1) Ain't that the truth? it is amazing. You probably saw Max' new toys too.
(2) You keep spreading rumors like that, he's going to start believing that it's true . Hmmmmm ....Too bad Vivi doesn't do restorations . She is a hoot. I love that dog.

In all seriousness, Max and wife (and Vivi) are a very good team and a wonderful and genuine couple. Even if there was no restorations, straight shaving etc, I consider myself lucky to know them...my wife feels the same. This is what makes this forum (and SRP in general) so much more interesting, at a personal level. I have been truly lucky to make some good friends some of which I have come to meet and know. Some I have not met yet (but always chat and email with) and would love to meet one day.

Pre-Shave: Hot shower

Razor: 8/8" Dorko Solingen, Hollow, Round Point (Thank you Rene )

Brush: 22mm New Forest Silvertip Badger

Überlather: D.R. Harris Lavender Shave Creme + D.R. Harris Lavender Shave Soap + Glycerin

Astringent: Thayer's Witch hazel (Lavender, no alcohol)

Moisturizer: D.R. Harris After Shave Milk

After Shave Splash: D.R. Harris Marlborough AS

Result: I got my new NOS Dorko from Rene (aka, Nicknbleeding) yesterday and took her to the hones (Nani 1k, Coti, JNat) and she took on an amazingly sharp and smooth edge. The überlather from D.R. Harris lavender combo was divine (the scent seemed to be fitting on this rainy day in SoCal); super moist, thick and lots (and I mean lots) of cushion. A little went a very long way...I had enough left for (literally) 3 more passes. Man, this stuff is going to last me a very long time. The Dorko delivered an "out of this world" BBS and smooth shave . Thank you Rene for this wonderful blade. She's found a good home. Since I started with D.R. Harris, might as well go the whole nine yards...I finished the shave with D.R Harris milk + aftershave.

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Have a fabulous Saturday gentlemen.

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

Pre-Shave: Hot shower

Razor: 8/8" Dorko Solingen, Hollow, Round Point (Thank you Rene )

Brush: 22mm New Forest Silvertip Badger

Überlather: D.R. Harris Lavender Shave Creme + D.R. Harris Lavender Shave Soap + Glycerin

Astringent: Thayer's Witch hazel (Lavender, no alcohol)

Moisturizer: D.R. Harris After Shave Milk

After Shave Splash: D.R. Harris Marlborough AS

Result: I got my new NOS Dorko from Rene (aka, Nicknbleeding) yesterday and took her to the hones (Nani 1k, Coti, JNat) and she took on an amazingly sharp and smooth edge. The überlather from D.R. Harris lavender combo was divine (the scent seemed to be fitting on this rainy day in SoCal); super moist, thick and lots (and I mean lots) of cushion. A little went a very long way...I had enough left for (literally) 3 more passes. Man, this stuff is going to last me a very long time. The Dorko delivered an "out of this world" BBS and smooth shave . Thank you Rene for this wonderful blade. She's found a good home. Since I started with D.R. Harris, might as well go the whole nine yards...I finished the shave with D.R Harris milk + aftershave.

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Have a fabulous Saturday gentlemen.

I am very happy you enjoy the Dorko. I love them!

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

Razor: 8/8" Dorko Solingen, Hollow, Round Point (Thank you Rene )

Excellent SOTD Robert and congratulations on that exquisite blade

Originally Posted by sharp

Excellent SOTD Robert and congratulations on that exquisite blade

Thank you Glenn .

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

Pre-Shave: Hot shower
Razor: 8/8" Dorko Solingen, Hollow, Round Point (Thank you Rene )
Brush: 22mm New Forest Silvertip Badger
Überlather: D.R. Harris Lavender Shave Creme + D.R. Harris Lavender Shave Soap + Glycerin
Astringent: Thayer's Witch hazel (Lavender, no alcohol)
Moisturizer: D.R. Harris After Shave Milk
After Shave Splash: D.R. Harris Marlborough AS

Robert,

Impressive Dorko...Where did you snag that razor?

Originally Posted by jhenry

Robert,

Impressive Dorko...Where did you snag that razor?

Thanks Monroe . I got it from Rene (Nicknbleeding). he always has a way for fueling my RAD (or other AD)