Thread: Sun June 19th - Sat June 25th

Originally Posted by Str8Shooter

It's killing me Robert. I may break down and do an evening shave....

I know how you feel Paul...Who'd have thought that one would look so forward to shaving, eh? Most folks would think we're nuts, LOOOL

Originally Posted by sharp

Thanks Grant, I'm glad you like it! Enjoy it in good health mate!

You always were a first class gentleman Glenn. Well done buddy

Originally Posted by Books

Just for fun today I went back to a DE...

Just for fun and giggles, eh? Not a bad choice either

Originally Posted by Mvcrash

Fromm by Max

Jeff,
That Fromm was a fantastic buy from Max. I had an eye on it too, but was stretched on # of Maxterpieces already. I am very glad it went to you. She truly is gorgeous. No one can do horn like Max can

Originally Posted by Fbones24

Brew: Six Point Brewery (Brooklyn) Bengali Tiger

Frank,
Yummmm!!! That brew looks delish man...Hope it was an after shave celebration. Great shave too btw

Originally Posted by Str8Shooter

So I broke down and did a three pass shave WTG, XTG, WTG.. AHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!
Razor:Friodur 5/8
Result:Oh good god what a shave!!!! Not one bit of stubble anywhere, not one speck of irritation. Not one twinge of sting with the ASB!! I had more hair on my face when I was born!!!! I will be curious how fast it grows a shadow as my beard grows very fast and rough... I think I have found my best shave so far!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wowww Paul,
I was going to suggest you let a couple of days go by before you go at it, but I can see that would have been a moot point, LOL. EXCELLENT shave buddy

PS: Is that the 250th anniversary Friodur I see there? It better not be man...otherwise, I am coming to TX to hunt you down and claim it, LOOOOL. She is gorgeous.

Good morning friends.
Today once again my Thiers Issard with the beautiful filework


Have a nice day

I'm in the no shave today club.

Robert: I hear you regarding the ebay practice blades (2, 3, 4, 5, 6...) now I must show patience and wait for postal labor disputes to settle, and stick to window shopping only on ebay.

Nice shaves (and to be totally honest some amazing photographs) today gents.

Originally Posted by eTom

Today once again my Thiers Issard with the beautiful filework

All your TIs are beautiful Tom

Originally Posted by Dunc

Robert: I hear you regarding the ebay practice blades (2, 3, 4, 5, 6...) now I must show patience and wait for postal labor disputes to settle, and stick to window shopping only on ebay.

Hehehehehe...but that strike stinks. How long before they settle?

Originally Posted by str8fencer

Thanks for the tip Robert, I'll keep that in mind. Got a new hone set in the mail so that bit of info will come in handy real soon

Congratulations Sten. Let me guess what stone sets: Choseras?

Originally Posted by Mikael

Thank you Robert! It´s a sweet blade, but I feel I´m falling behind, your connections to Max´s not healthy, you need to slow down, Robert. It can´t be good...

LOOOOOOL. Do you hear that Max?? You're hazardous to my health, LOL

Originally Posted by Mikael

[CENTER]
Razor: Henckels

Wooaaaah Mikeal,
She's a beauty my friend. She looks shoulderless-ish too!!

Originally Posted by Birnando

The cut has healed up nicely, so I am back to my regular shaving routine
Razor: Revisor, 8/8", "Müngstener Brücke", Horn scales

Birnando,
Great to hear you're healed and back to the routine of things...and what a way to make a comeback my friend. That is one drop dead gorgeous Revisor. Congratulations. I've been on the lookout for one of these forever, but for one reason or another, never really went for it. After seeing yours, I am feeling the urge surface again.

Originally Posted by LegalBeagle

Razors:H.J. Herskovitz - 13/16 Sheffield and 11/16 Genco
Results: Today was a test shave for the first two blades I've honed on my new Chosera stones. I had volunteered, prior to my vacation, to hone a few blades for Rene. The Villoresi soap, though, I'm sad to say was not quite the star of the shave I'd hoped.

Bill,
Nice of you to do the honing for Rene. He will be a happy camper I am sure. Sorry about the soap though.

Originally Posted by Str8Shooter

The Friodur is an 11/16th round point 701/2. I'm not sure of the age but it was NOS when I got it. Factory edge. Anyone have a date on it?

Paul,
Im relatively sure she's the 250th anniversary one. Great score and add to the collection buddy

Originally Posted by Str8Shooter

Well If I am nuts I'm in great company!!!!

My point exactly, LOOOOL

Originally Posted by Str8Shooter

I'm soooo impressed with this shave! I am now officially in love with this blade!!!

I do not blame you. She's a keeper for sure.

Originally Posted by sharp

Brush:23mm H.L. Thater
Soap: MDC
Razor: Filarmonica DT 14
Result: Who would have thought that the sweet aroma of coffee, the fragrant scent of lather, and a simple shave could be so intoxicating.

Who indeed, LOOL. Excellent choice today Glenn. That Filarmonica of yours was one of the best (and smartest and luckiest) purchases you ever made. Can't believe you picked that up for a song. Very impressive and fabulous rescale job

Originally Posted by 1OldGI

Razor: Imperial Extra Hollow Ground

Beautiful photo and razor GI

Originally Posted by nicknbleeding

I know i said i was going on a spending freeze. BUT!!! This will be next on my list.

I knew it, LOOOOOOL. But that razor is $10 above my budget, LOL

Originally Posted by Theseus

[CENTER]Razor: Bismark
Result: Decided to rejoin the clean shaven world today with a shave from this Bismark. She's not the flashiest. She's not the biggest. She is the true work horse in my rotation,though. Gives nothing less than a DFS every time. Coupled with the frankincense soap, I had one hell of an enjoyable shave today.

Nice and effective shave today Theseus. Welcome to the clean shaven world. Looks like you are more than ready for whatever the world has to throw your way...

Originally Posted by celticcrusader

Unusual time of day for myself to have a shave mid afternoon, but the house was empty and I really enjoyed the shave, listening to vintage TV 60s and 70s, if only I could go back just for a month to the late 1960s

if those whiskers had legs man they would have run a mile.

You nostalgic old fart you, LOL...Now, you got me thinking too. I would also love to visit the 60s, 70s with you (although I was too young). Sounds like an awesome shave Jamie...ready to visit the 60s brother?

Originally Posted by jhenry

I thought I would try a totally Proraso shave this morning...
Result: Bellissimo!

Amoré a Proraso. Bellissimo Monroe, bellissimo mio amico

Originally Posted by Jeltz

Kukri 5/8
This was a test shave after trying an experiment using with my Dragon's Tongue hone with oil as a finisher, the result was very promising

Nice experiment Nic. Promising, meaning "there lots of room for improvement" or that "it's almost there"?

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

Birnando,
Great to hear you're healed and back to the routine of things...and what a way to make a comeback my friend. That is one drop dead gorgeous Revisor. Congratulations. I've been on the lookout for one of these forever, but for one reason or another, never really went for it. After seeing yours, I am feeling the urge surface again.

Thanks mate!
It's so funny you should say that, because I've been thinking about getting one for at least a year now, but for some reason, never did.
I guess what pushed me over the top was hearing a couple guys talking about them in the irc chat.
I must say, it is a beautiful razor, and I heartily recommend anyone to try one out

Re your shave today.
You seem to have bought not only a bunch of wonderful shavers, but a lot of exiting new software as well.
I'm taking notes every day, and will stock up a bit, largely based on your fine descriptions and pictures.
Thanks again

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

Nice experiment Nic. Promising, meaning "there lots of room for improvement" or that "it's almost there"?

Well it means worth further testing! I took a razor that was shaving OK and got it to shave better, previously the DT hadn't significantly improved the edge from a 6K but use with oil seems to have helped.

Originally Posted by Birnando

It's so funny you should say that, because I've been thinking about getting one for at least a year now, but for some reason, never did.
I guess what pushed me over the top was hearing a couple guys talking about them in the irc chat. I must say, it is a beautiful razor, and I heartily recommend anyone to try one out

Thanks buddy...That's exactly the position I am (or was) in. I will hang out in this pattern for a little longer before pulling the trigger though. With some purchases, the gut feeling has to be on the same page as your "wants" and mine ain't entirely there yet. But soon

Originally Posted by Birnando

Re your shave today.
You seem to have bought not only a bunch of wonderful shavers, but a lot of exiting new software as well. I'm taking notes every day, and will stock up a bit, largely based on your fine descriptions and pictures. Thanks again

Thanks for the kind words B...I think I should start signing up to get some % of referrals from such sales, LOOOOL.

Originally Posted by Jeltz

Well it means worth further testing! I took a razor that was shaving OK and got it to shave better, previously the DT hadn't significantly improved the edge from a 6K but use with oil seems to have helped.

Nic,
It's all experimentation, like you are doing. That's where the fun is. Keep having fun.

Originally Posted by jss

Thanks Robert, as a top player you ought to know..Best regards....

You're too kind Julian. My true classification would be a "wanna be" top player. One day, I'll get close to the real thing.

Originally Posted by newb

Good shave, while camping in wild wonderful West Virginia

What a beautiful setting to shave in David. Have fun. it sure sounds like it is

Originally Posted by jss

Thiers Issard Le Dandy 5/8ths
Simpson Duke 3 Best (Somerset)
D R Harris Almond hard soap
D R Harris Pink A/S

...and he does it again!!! How's the Somerset?

Originally Posted by Claude

Of all the surnames in all the world I will admit that mine was the last one I expected to find on a razor.

Claude,
Now you have a razor named after you.

Originally Posted by str8fencer

G
Razor: Warranted cast steel, 6/8 wedge.
Notes: First shave with this baby after I fixed her up, she needs a little fine tuning but a nice and close shave nonetheless.

Beautiful work on that wedge Sten. I like the scales too. But a true wedge? That's real nice. A keeper for sure. Well done

Originally Posted by str8fencer

Umm actually, I got a small jnat set incoming. Still thinking about choseras, or perhaps a thuringian. Or, umm no, I better stop

...Oh boy! I see the evolution of a HAD addict, LOL. Congrats on the JNat

Originally Posted by du212

Taylor 5/8, Semogue Caravela, Altesse savon à raser, Givenchy por homme Aftershave stick

Lovely shot José

Originally Posted by MichaelS

Razor: 7/8 full hollow Ch Monternier et Fils 'Verdun'

Beautiful razor Michael

PS: Glad someone else uses (and likes) the IK creme

Originally Posted by Advisory

Result: The blade itself seemed to shave better than the day before by a significant margin, but still not up to par with how it was shaving the first day I got the razor. However, I think this might be able to be attributed to not enough stropping on the fabric/leather to revive the edge, as I don't think significant damage was done.

However, that being said, my overall better experience today was damaged from my face showing clear irritation where the blade had been on my face. I think this can be explained by overcompensation (i.e I used a steeper blade angle than I probably should have because I thought the edge was dull). Hopefully tomorrow will be even better (and i'll actually have the uberlather this time!). All in all the day's shave wasn't bad. My stropping felt MUCH better! VDH with glycerin isn't that bad.... perhaps an uberlather would have been phenomenal. We'll see......

Advisory,
From the sounds of it, if stropping (50-60 laps) didn't fix the problem, then your edge needs a refresher at the very least (just my 2 cents). Overcompensation by angle or pressure (they go hand in hand) is a dangerous game, imo. Send her out to be refreshed or rehoned or do it yourself if you're comfortable.

Originally Posted by Teiste

Wednesday
Santa Maria La Novella SC/SIMFIX super badger two band brushMerkur HD with Treet Platinum/Every Man Jack Gel

Something about this shave really appeals to me Teiste

Originally Posted by jhenry

If you haven't tried the cream or the soap, please do. Believe me, its worth it.

Monroe,
I have indeed and I fully concur with your assessment. It is a wonderful creme. I don't use her often because it has a lot of unneeded ingredients that I don't like (SLS, etc...). Performance wise though, she is up there.

Originally Posted by 1OldGI

This $100K cheese grater looks like it's tailor made for the "more dollars than sense" crowd (those hapless idiots!)

Hapless idiots??? Where??? I've been looking looking for those, LOOOOL

Originally Posted by Fbones24

Rudy Vey | Castle Forbes Cedar | CV Maxjestrand | Alum | Cade Balm | SSS Fireside Intense

Love that Maxjestrand of your Frank. Butterscotch micarta scales are very fitting for these blades.

Originally Posted by Str8Shooter

Razor:Timor 7/8
Result:Working on cutting new wood scales out of... well I'll leave that a surprise...

What??? you are going to leave us stranded like that??? You BIG tease, LOOOL. Beautiful Timor buddy

Originally Posted by Mvcrash

H. Boker Shoulderless

That's one gorgeous shoulderless Jeff. Love the scale art design

Originally Posted by Maximilian

Is there any product left Robert doesn't own or hasn't tried, yet? LOLOLOL... it's gotten so bad he's gonna have to either move to a bigger place, take over his wife's cabinets or built a basement.

Shhhhhhh...don't tell her. If they make it, who am I to reject the opportunity of trying it, LOOOL?

Originally Posted by LegalBeagle

You may not want to suggest he build a basement. If he does that, he'll definitely abduct you!

Well don't tell Max,
But I stole a piece of his hair last time I saw him and cloned and reengineered a GMM (Genetically Modified Max), LOOOOOOOL. This guy just keeps working non-stop. No eating, drinking or sleeping required. Pretty low maintenance really, LOOOOOOOOOOOL.

Originally Posted by nicknbleeding

Today would have been my fathers 78th Birthday.

C&E Sandlewood + Nancy Boys
Edaco 7/8 & Della Bells 7/8
WH'
C&E Sandlewood ASB

Rene,
A heartfelt happy 78th Birthday to your dad my friend. You and him must have been very close. He will always live in your memories and as such has achieved the immortal status most of crave for after our passing. Nice shave to commemorate and dedicate this moment of your life to your dad

Good morning, friends.
Another day- another Thiers Issard

Good morning Friends!

PREP: Castle Forbes The Pre-Shave

BRUSH: SIMPSON CHUBBY 2 Best Badger

SOAP/CREAM: Castle Forbes Shaving Cream Levender Essential Oil

SCUTTLE / BOWL: Georgetown Pottery Scuttle

MAXTERPIECE: Carl Friedrich ERN "ATOR" (w/ Bolivian rosewood scales)

STROP: Kanayama Cordovan #30000

SHAVE: 2 passes, WTG / XTG

AS: Eau de Cologne LAVANDA Ach. Brito

RESULT: ...very clean

Originally Posted by eTom

Another day- another Thiers Issard

Tom,
Not just another TI...another gorgeous TI

Originally Posted by fonthunter

MAXTERPIECE: Carl Friedrich ERN "ATOR" (w/ Bolivian rosewood scales)

A beautiful Maxterpiece too.

Originally Posted by LegalBeagle

RESULT: The real story today, though, was lavender!

And what a nice story Bill. Beautiful from A to Z

Originally Posted by Mikael

Brush: Shavemac D01 two band
Result: Very, very close

I like this brush Mikael...sorry the mini nicks

Originally Posted by Birnando

Talked with my Doctor yesterday, and it appears that that my foot injury will take a fair bit longer to heal.And after another call this AM, it seems I need another operation on my foot. Skateboarding really isn't for middle aged men... A bit bummed out about that right now, but a stellar shave helped

Oh brother. There is a simple fix to this: Change your doctor, LOOOOL. Get someone who can tell you what you want to hear...In all seriousness, sorry about the news Birnando...at least it's not something nasty, i.e., it will heal. That's what happens when you think you're 18 yrs old again, LOOOL. Great shave to make up for it though

Originally Posted by du212

Fontenille 6/8

Beautiful Fontenille Jose

Originally Posted by 1OldGI

Razor: C.V. Heljestrand Mk 4
Great shave! This razor is just amazing, it just seems to get sharper with use.

Beautiful. That's Heljes for you

Originally Posted by baldy

Gorgeous razor and photo Robert

Thank you Grant

Originally Posted by du212

Bjørnar, if this razor is one of the cheap damascus from ebay (those that Rene and Robert have been talking about) then ...I want one!

??????? Huhhh??

Originally Posted by baldy

I received a phone call today asking me to come in for a job interview in 2 hours. So I finished what I was doing (razor work) and went for a shower and shave. Ended up being a little pushed for time and only doing 2 passes, throwing my gear on the table, taking a photo and rushing out the door for the interview.

Best of luck today Grant. Break a leg buddy. Crossing fingers and toes for you

Originally Posted by DOOM

BRUSH: Mühle silvertip
RAZOR: EJ DE89BA11 Barley
BLADE: Gillette black ninja

Dominic,
What a nice selection today. Well done buddy.

Originally Posted by jhenry

Razor: 5/8” Boker “Red Injun”
L'Occitane never disappoints. Lots of nice, creamy, fragrant lather that is a joy to shave with. And the balm and edt make for a very nice soothing and delightful finish.

L'Occitane is awesome Monroe. Great choice, especially coupled with that beautiful Boker

Originally Posted by kelebekcc

Nr. 1934 SWORD 11/16 Straight Razor
Überlather: Art of Shaving Lemon Shaving Cream + Palmolive Shaving Stick + 3 Drops Glycerin

Wonderful setup today K.

Originally Posted by KING2011

-Wacker Stosser Mod.4 13/16 Wedge

What a nice Wacker-licious shave. I love it

Originally Posted by tumtatty

Tried Taylor of Bond St. Eton College shaving creme today. Fantastic! I can still enjoy the aroma an hour after I've shaved.

Tim,
That is a fabulously scented creme indeed.