Thread: Sun June 19th - Sat June 25th

Good afternoon friends!

PREP: Proraso Preshave Cream

BRUSH: VULFIX 404 The "Grosvenor" Bristle & Badger

SOAP/CREAM: Mama Bear's Caribbean Glycerin Shave Soap

SCUTTLE / BOWL: Lacquered bamboo bowl from Burma

RAZOR: 5/8" GOTTA 120 Super Fine, Grah & Plümacher

STROP: Kanayama Cordovan #30000

SHAVE: 2 passes, WTG / XTG

AS: Tonino Lamborghini MITICO

RESULT: excellent

Have a fantastic friday all,
Béla

Strop: Illinois 835
Brush: Premium A Silvertip Badger in Cocobolo
Soap: Martin De Candre
Razor: Royal Invicta
Astringent: Thayer's Cucumber Witch Hazel
Balm: C.O. Bigelow Mentha
A/S: Wahl Bay Rum
To celebrate the good news of my new job I wanted a special shave.
The Invicta was my first working straight razor and is very special to me.
This was my first shave with the MDC soap (thanks to Glenn for the sample) and I liked it a lot, but I think I'll get to experience it better next time as I didnt do a fantastic job of lathering it tonight. And the Bigelow balm, I just dig it.
A great 3 pass celebratory shave, My face feels fantastic and smooth and I'm a happy boy tonight.

Thanks for all the great posts and pics fella's
Grant

Originally Posted by eTom

Another Thiers Issard this week

Beautiful worked back TI Tom

Originally Posted by Otto

Razor: Genco Army & Navy

Nice MaxGenco Otto

Originally Posted by rum

Sadly, no time for me to get a picture again , but I managed to get a good shave on Wednesday night, following a good 3-4 days' growth:

Martin de Candre Savon-a-Raser
6/8 Le Grelot quarter grind

Some really great pics here this week - special thanks to Robert, Tom, fonthunter and Frank

Thank you for the kind words Rum and a great shave with some top gear as always. A good shave before bed probably leads to great dreams.

Originally Posted by Birnando

Finally Friday!
The kids have their last day of school before a 2 months summer vacation today, good times ahead We'll be doing all sorts of fun stuff!!

Brush: Shavemac D01 2-band silvertip 25mm
Razor:Mastro Livi 8/8"

Birnando,
Sounds like you guys have some fun stuff planned. I bet the kids are looking forward to that. A great shave to celebrate the moment too. Can't go wrong with that Shavemac/Livi combination...simply BIUUU-TI-FUUUUUL

Originally Posted by sharp

Razor: Simmons Hardware Barber's Pet
After shave: Ogallala Limes & Peppercorns
Result: 2 passes and very smooth. Month end @ work today, so I'm headed to the office very early.

Glenn,
Month end @ work? Don't freak me out buddy...I am not ready for time to fly this fast...June ends next Thursday. Nevertheless, a beautiful finish to the month. Ogallala rocks as does your Simmons.

PS: quick...hide those rocks. Tom will think it's a new form of Viagra or something, LOOOOOOL

Originally Posted by Mikael

Razor: Veritable Delolme (cheers for the trade Michael)
Today is midsummer day here in Sweden, the wikings used to make sacrifice and the day is as long as the night. We´re off for an island just outside Stocholm, withing a couple of hours from now

Beautiful razor Mikael. Congratulations for it and the Midsummer's Holiday. Enjoy your island visit. Which island are you guys going to?

Originally Posted by 1OldGI

Cream: TOBS Eton College
Great Friday Shave! I really dig this shaving cream and the tunes were great this morning too.

TOBS Eton College is a great shaving creme. Lovely scent

Originally Posted by LegalBeagle

Maxtom:8/8 French Point in Mokume Gane
Soap/Cream: Martin de Cander

Beautiful choices Bill. They speak for themselves. Break a leg in court

Originally Posted by baldy

In fact, after my wife first, you guys were the second people I told. I've shared some very hard times with you guys last year, it's nice to be able to share some happy news.

So, you're saying she's more important than us, LOOOOOOOOOL? This brotherhood is truly a place of "sharing"...We are honored to have been there with (and for) you buddy.

Originally Posted by baldy

Its amazing the emotional effect this news has had on me. For the first time since 10th March 2010 I will be bringing home a full time wage. I cant wait to feel like a provider for my family again. A storeman is not a glamorous role but its good honest work and I enjoy it, and I get to drive a forklift again. Thats fun! I get the impression that there may be oportunities to climb the ladder in the company too.

Don't sweat glory...It's the feeling that you have inside that counts. Glory is having a family and friends that care. The rest is details. Just one Q: Will you ever pursue your Chef's dreams or will that go on hold?

Originally Posted by baldy

Thanks Robert. I havent had a drink in nearly 7 years, had to settle for Pepsi and pizza with the kids. A very happy atmosphere here though.
Now for the shave...

Don't worry, I raise my glass with mineral water to you buddy. It's all good. My wife is sending you her heartfelt congratulations as well.

Originally Posted by fonthunter

RAZOR: 5/8" GOTTA 120 Super Fine, Grah & Plümacher

Gotta be a good shave Béla. Well done

Originally Posted by baldy

Soap: Martin De Candre
Razor: Royal Invicta
To celebrate the good news of my new job I wanted a special shave.
A great 3 pass celebratory shave,

Grant,
That's what I call "Shaving with a Bang". Beautiful execution buddy and congrats again.

I miss Blugill (Mark)/Nightbreed (Amund) Shave

Pre-Shave: Hot shower

Brush: 22mm New Forest 2211 Silvertip Badger

Razor: 6/8" Thiers-Issard Dos Festonné "Eagle", Full Hollow Ground, Spanish Point (w/Red Stamina scales)

Strop: 40/55 laps (Torolf linen / SRD Premium IV leather)

Überlather: L'Occitane "Cade" Crème à raser + L'Occitane "Cade" Savon à raser + Glycerin

Toner: Thayer's Witch Hazel (Rose Petal, no alcohol)

Moisturizer: Trumper's Fragrance-free Moisturizer

After Shave Splash: Flod Italian Amber AS

After Shave Balm: L'Occitane "Cade" ASB

Cologne: Martin de Candre "Eau de Limette" EdT

Results: I don't know why, but this AM was quite the nostalgic morning for me...Amund and Mark were constantly on my mind. So, I dedicate this shave to their memories (I miss you brothers...RIP). I could have gotten away without a shave today, but I have a rather important meeting scheduled this AM, and didn't want to take any chances. So, decided to go Cade today with the TI Eagle. The über was exceptionally amazing today. I think spending some extra time on the lather really took this to the next level...and I was extremely happy . The TI was equally satisfied with the glide the über provided. She effortlessly swept the whiskers from yesterday, as if friction was an unknown concept of physics. Beautifully CBS and irritation free. I have a feeling that today is going to be a great day.

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Have an EXCEPTIONAL Friday.

Originally Posted by sharp

Jeff best of luck to you as well!

Glenn, I am not currently in the job market, I was referring to the possibility of my meeting with Bill next week in DC. I'll always take a bit of luck, so thank you.

Originally Posted by eTom

Another Thiers Issard this week

Your postings this week are personally responsible for my renewed RAD and quest for of a fancy spine TI.

Originally Posted by LegalBeagle

Maxtom:8/8 French Point in Mokume Gane

As always, nice shave gear. Good luck on your feet today.

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

I don't know why, but this AM was quite the nostalgic morning for me...Amund and Mark were constantly on my mind. So, I dedicate this shave to their memories (I miss you brothers...RIP).

Nice sentiments Robert. It says much about those two men that they continue to be in yours/our thoughts. It also speaks volumes about the group of people who frequent this website. I am truly grateful to be part of a group such as this.

That is all.

Prep: Hot shower – followed by Proraso pre-post-shave cream
SS/SC: EJ “Sea Buckthorn� + Castle Forbes “Lime�
Brush: Simpsons Chubby 2 “Super Badger�
Strop: VB Red Latigo 50 fabric; 55 leather
Razor: 5/8� Gotta 120 “Superfine�
Astringent: Thayers “Lemon� Witch Hazel
ASB: Barclay Crocker Vitamin E Enriched “Bay Rum Scented�
AS: Ogallala “Bay Rum�
Result: Goodbye rain…Hello sunshine.

Robert,

I miss Amund and Mark too.

Good evening Gentlemen!

Shave prep: Face wash, bergamot shave oil
Brush: Omega boar # 81052
Soap: Crabtree & Evelyn Sandalwood
Razor: Unknown - can't make out the very vague stamp. All that can be safely identified is "335 NON". 5/8 hollow ground, round point. I believe this started it's life as a 6/8 some time ago, although spine wear is only about 1mm. All in all, it's a mystery.
Strop: nun2sharp's hanging leather strop
After Shave Splash: Lavender spice, house blend
Notes: First rate BBS, was more than acceptable after first pass but the shave was so nice I had another just for laughs. What a way to start the weekend.



Have a brilliant weekend guys!

Soap: Bath House Spanish Fig & Nutmeg
Brush: Omega Pure Badger
Blade: Wadsworth XLNT
AS:Homemade Bay Rum
Cologne: Dirty English

I found this razor in the mail today ...... Bought from Harvitz.
And it was not a coincidence that I have three days had not shaved.
So, as tested, resulting in a smooth head and face, I can say this razor is OK. (Thanks Joe)
Combined with the delicious smell of the Wood soap, razor and shave a great start to my weekend.
A nice weekend everyone.

Pre Shave: Face Wash
Brush: FS Silvertip.
Razor: 6 / 8 Novelty Cutlery& Co.
Soap: Mama Bear_ Wood
Aftershave: Nature