Thread: Sun May 08th - Sat May 14th

Originally Posted by Mvcrash

Carl Monkhouse Hollow, Max restored.

I really love the Monkhouse!

Originally Posted by holli4pirating

I have the short pleasure of handling John's recent beauty. I don't know what John calls her, but Snake Eyes was the first thing that came to my mind.

Your very lucky. She is a beauty!

Good morning.

Merkur 33C : Wilkinson : Omega No. 34 : Penhaligons English Fern : D.R. Harris Arlington : Santa Maria Novella Emulsione Analcolica



Very nice, two passes plus a partial neck ATG, no irritation, smooth feeling afterwards. The SMN balm matches the English Fern and Arlington scents well.

A bit grey and cloudy weather today. Perfect for indoor activities. I'm thinking maybe do some honing...

Pre-Shave: Hot shower

Brush: Heinrich L. Thäter 25mm Silver tip

Razor: Dorko 15/16" #856 Butterscotch Scales

Strop: MikR's Roo-strop

Soap/Cream: Al's Shaving Cream Saigon

Astringent: Osma Alum

After shave Balm: Al's After shave balm, Saigon

EdT: MdC Eau de Candre, Lavande

Results: A relaxing shower followed by a calm and relaxed shave with a brilliant razor makes for a great start of the day. The Dorko was über-smooth and the shaving cream by Alraz is a true lather-king.

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Wow, what a cool blade - today I got the lather right and the Berg delivered big time Very, very clean indeed

MWF Hand Soap,
MWF SS,
New Forest 2203,
Dovo Bismark 6/8,
Alum Block,
GFT Limes SF,
Davidoff Cool Water EdT.




First outing with the Bismark.

I really like the bigger blade and fuller grind really makes the blade more flexible.

Now I have the two straights I can alternate and give each their 48 hour rest!

Brush: Simpsons Chubby 2

Razor: Buddel 7/8 French Point in Suminagashi and Camel Bone

Strop: Kanayama

Soap/Cream: StraightRazorDesigns Bulgarian Rose Otto

After shave Balm: CarrieM After Shave Milk

EdT: Acqua di Parma Profumo

Results: Another amazing shave! The Chubby continues to impress me. I've complained a number of times about my inability to get this soap to lather; you won't hear those complaints again. I was treated to mounds and mounds of rich creamy rose scented heaven today. And the Buddel relished in this field of lather! When the work was done, I was left with a wonderful, smooth face. The AdP topped it off with a wonderful blend of citrus and floral accords. Simply Divine!

Strop: Illinois 835
Brush: Comoy Badger
Soap: Proraso
Razor: Bengall 11/16 "Sawn-off"
Astringent: Thayer's Witch Hazel
Balm: Nivea Replenishing
A/S: Old Spice
This razor is a pleasure to shave with. Although the blade has been shortened it is really comfortable to shave with, and its edge delivered a fantastic BBS with 3 passes.
Lots of stunning razors on display today boys

Cheers
Grant

Prep:Hot Shower
Brush: TGN 20mm in Emerald Swirl
Strop:SRD Paddle 50 course leather/ 100 premium 1
Soap: SRD Opus X
Razor: Dovo “Best Quality”
After shave: Alum Block & Pinaud Clubman
EDT:Drakar Noir


Result: I did a lot of careful stropping in an effort to improve the edge as much as was able without honing it. I did 3 passes and it was much improved compared to Tuesday. Mostly BBS and only 2 small spots of irritation.

Great pics and posts everyone, keep them coming!

Glenn

Prep: Hot Shower, Baby Oil Gel
Razor: J Wiss and Sons Cosmo
Brush: Omega Boar
Soap: Mitchell's Wool Fat
AS: Dickinsons Witch Hazel, Nivea ASB
Finish: English Leather

Originally Posted by LegalBeagle

Razor: Buddel 7/8 French Point in Suminagashi and Camel Bone

Well I was all dressed and ready to go to the office until I saw your SOTD Bill...now I have to change shirts because I have drool all over it! Nice customs you have on display this week!

Originally Posted by baldy

Razor: Bengall 11/16 "Sawn-off"

And there it is, the razor that made me try CA finish and got me hooked. I love the scales on this razor Grant and the "sawn-off" job is top notch

Cheers!


Glenn