Thread: Sun July 03rd - Sat July 09th

Originally Posted by Blix

13/16? Wow, didn't know you used such small razors Bjørnar Must look like a toy in your hands haha. It looks really beautiful.

Thank you!
It is not the biggest of my razors, but it delivered a very good shave nonetheless

Originally Posted by DerekC

That razor is so beautiful, is not fair! I'm not sure I can look at another blade in the same way, again...

Thanks for the nice comment

Razor: 7/8 Original Bartmann 89
Soap: D.R. Harris Lavender
Brush: TI superbadger
Strop: vintage linen / old traditional natur
as: Avene after shave fluid

• Pre-shave: lather on face, rinse, Proraso Pre-shave cream.
• Brush: No-name with TGN Finest 2-band (extra hair)
• Razor: Friodur 8/8
• Honing: refreshed the Friodur with 15-ish laps on the Shapton 16k.
• Strop: Illinois 827, 50/100 linen/leather
• Shaving cream: Acca Kappa 1869
• Post-shave: alum, then some 444 mixed with Old Spice Cologne.
  

By blix72 at 2011-07-05

Again the Friodur delivers, I love it!

Originally Posted by Blix

Robert, only Vintage Scent sells 444 as far as I know. 444 Aftershave Balm - €3.95 : The Vintage Scent Co., Rare and Antique Products for Men But it's inexpensive, and the shipping from Portugal is quite cheap, and you can pick up a Semogue or two while you're at it

Thanks Amund. I will find out what their shipping rates are to the US.

Originally Posted by fonthunter

RAZOR: 6/8" Wacker Jubiläumsmesser 2010 Mod.2 Full Hollow Ground w/ laser etched spine, French Point (Blond Horn scales)

Béla,
That Wacker is truly wonderful. Love the laser etching on the spine

Originally Posted by Mikael

I´m off for a couple off days, up north, so no SOTDs for while.

Mikael,
Have a great couple of days off. We'll miss ya buddy. The "De lol me" looks absolutely marvelous and if her performance was up to par with her looks, then you have a gem on your hands. Congrats

Originally Posted by Otto

Razor: Josh Earl custom 8/8 - Ebony scales
Great shave.

Lovely JE Otto

Originally Posted by sicknote

Rooney Heritage Stubby 2XL
Penhaligon's Blenheim Bouquet RC
Koorat Kamisori
Penhaligon's Blenheim Bouquet AS

SN,
It's so nice seeing you around these necks of the woods. Great shot and SOTD btw.

Originally Posted by baldy

From the picture of the case, I thought it might be a Long Life 145. I have one that belonged to my Grandfather, but I've never seen any others on SRP. I decided to pull it out for tonights shave

Originally Posted by baldy

Razor: Long Life 145 11/16

This razor is a family heirloom so its special for that reason, but it is also a fantastic shaver.

I see...I guess because of the similar inlay on the scales. Well, seems like you brought out and used the Long Life yourself. A great heirloom for sure.

Originally Posted by LegalBeagle

[Table]
BRUSH: Simpsons Chubby 2
SOAP/CREAM: Martin de Candre Shaving Soap
RAZOR: 8/8 Max Sprecher French Point in Mokume Gane
RESULT: I hadn't shaved since last Friday!

Wowwww Bill. That shave MUST have hit the spot. Even I could feel it. Well done buddy

Originally Posted by Mvcrash

No shave for me today. Woke and took a nice ride to Sugarloaf, NY for breakfast and whatever. The morning is clear and cool and relaxing. My favorite time of day.

Sounds like a fun day. Enjoy the ride Jeff

Originally Posted by 1OldGI

I think there ought to be a law that says we get a day off to recover after a 3 day weekend.

BIG +1 GI. In fact, I think we should make it 5 day weekend and 2 day workweek, LOOOOL. Great shave to start your day though

Originally Posted by Birnando

[Table]
Razor: Puma Gold 13/16" French point

What a gorgeous Puma Birnando. I love it. Hard to find. Congrats buddy. This must have been a top shave for sure. She's in pristine condition too. I saw one recently on sale (B&B)...she had just a slight bit of cosmetic/manufacturing defect right below the etching on the face.

Originally Posted by DerekC

That razor is so beautiful, is not fair! I'm not sure I can look at another blade in the same way, again...

That's the danger of participating in SOTD, LOOOOOL. But I know exactly what you mean

Originally Posted by DerekC

Razor: Boker 4/8 muted spike
For some strange reason, I gave myself a nice 1.5" incision going XTG on my chin...on the left side of my face. I think I'll start calling this razor Bucephalus. Untameable. You know what, though? The rest of my face is nothing but PURE BBS.

Ouuuuch Derek,
Sorry to hear. What a fitting name though. I am sure ATG (Alexander the Great) thought the same about his horse too, LOOOl. Perhaps Bucephalus just doesn't like the left side of the face for some reason, LOOOL. After all, she left the other side entirely free and clear.

Originally Posted by Blix

13/16? Wow, didn't know you used such small razors Bjørnar Must look like a toy in your hands haha. It looks really beautiful.

He uses it as a branded tooth pick, LOOOL.

Originally Posted by jasp

Razor: 7/8 Original Bartmann 89

Jasp,
Another go with the Bartmann? Man...you must love this razor. I don't blame you

Originally Posted by Blix

• Razor: Friodur 8/8
• Honing: refreshed the Friodur with 15-ish laps on the Shapton 16k.
• Shaving cream: Acca Kappa 1869

Again the Friodur delivers, I love it!

Congrats Amund,
The Friodur/Acca Kappa are a match made in heaven. But, refreshing the edge already (so soon)?

Pre-Shave: Hot shower

Brush: 23mm Simpson "Chubby 1", 2-band Super Badger

Razor: 11/16" F.W. Engels "Perfect Temper", Full Hollow Ground, Spike Point

Strop: 35/50 laps (Torolf linen / SRD Premium IV leather)

Überlather: Godrej "Menthol Mist" Shave Creme + QED "Special 218" Shave creme + Glycerin

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

Moisturizer: Trumper's Fragrance-free Moisturizer

After Shave Splash: Floïd Italian Blue

Aftershave Balm: Truefitt & Hill "Trafalgar ASB

Results: I really love this Engels. She has a very crisp and sharp edge. She could be a bit smoother than where she currently stands, but that gives me the excuse I need to take her to my Kiita/Asagi soon and see how far I can push her edge. She tells me that there is room for some improvement. And talk about a sleek, thick and super moist über; the Godrej/QED 218 combo was a pleasant surprise. I didn't think the scents would go well together, but they blended rather harmoniously into a nice refreshing and cooling lather . Very fitting for what's sure to turn into a hot summer's day (Yuuukk!!!). All in all, a very satisfying shave.

I hope everyone who celebrated 4th of July had a fabulous time with family and friends. Have an AWESOME Tuesday Gentlemen.

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

Congrats Amund,
The Friodur/Acca Kappa are a match made in heaven. But, refreshing the edge already (so soon)?

I wanted to compare the edge it came with, with another before the first got too dull, experiments are fun
It came finished on 0.5 diamond and CrOx(both on leather), which after this shave, feels quite similar to the Shapton 16k edge, both very "crisp". As far as I can tell anyway

Ooo, beautiful scales on that Engels!

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

What a gorgeous Puma Birnando. I love it. Hard to find. Congrats buddy. This must have been a top shave for sure. She's in pristine condition too. I saw one recently on sale (B&B)...she had just a slight bit of cosmetic/manufacturing defect right below the etching on the face.

Thank you Robert
I was lucky to find it. And in NOS too

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

He uses it as a branded tooth pick, LOOOL.

Hey now, dental hygiene is important!!

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

Razor: 11/16" F.W. Engels "Perfect Temper", Full Hollow Ground, Spike Point

Results: I really love this Engels. She has a very crisp and sharp edge. She could be a bit smoother than where she currently stands, but that gives me the excuse I need to take her to my Kiita/Asagi soon and see how far I can push her edge.

That is an Amazing Engels. I recently bought an Engels myself, and they sure can take an edge
I'm sure you will have it nailed to perfection once you give it some Japanese love!!

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

Ouuuuch Derek,
Sorry to hear. What a fitting name though. I am sure ATG (Alexander the Great) thought the same about his horse too, LOOOl. Perhaps Bucephalus just doesn't like the left side of the face for some reason, LOOOL. After all, she left the other side entirely free and clear.

Must be something along those lines! It's amazing, though. My right cheek is free-and-clear, and my left cheek looks to have been attacked by Alley Cats. I posted this in another thread, but the only time I've cut my right cheek is when Bucephalus tried permanently removing a mole. The same mole that ALL my other razors have just glided right over. Cut the thing half-off. 30 seconds with some TP and not even a weep from it thereafter. Must have learned her lesson, though. Hasn't touched it since.

Here's to a great evening for you all!

Shave prep: Face wash
Brush: Omega boar # 81052
Soap: Crabtree & Evelyn Nomad
Razor: C. W. Dahlgren, 7/8 wedge barber's notch in original horn scales
Strop: nun2sharp's hanging leather strop
After Shave Splash: Lavender spice, house blend
Notes: Outstanding shave today. Slow, smooth and comfortablle 2-pass BBS, lather was great, razor was smooth and crisp, and the english leather left me feeling like a million.



I am happy to see so many fine shaves this week, and some truly great pictures as well. Keep them coming guys!

PREP: Warm shower with face scrub
RAZOR: Tosuke
BRUSH: Rudy Vey
CREAM: Castle Forbes lime
AS: Aqua Velva/AV ASB
ASB: Skinfood Lime
RESULTS: Cool as a Cucumber.....or Lime

It has been pretty hot here lately so I needed a nice cooling shave. The CF limes is an excellent cream, the scent is out of this world and it is super moisturizing. I think Im getting the hang of this Tosuke as well . Finished it off with a mixture of Aqua Velva and Skinfood limes and I am as cold as a slushie. Great shave.

GREAT PICS/SHAVES FROM EACH OF U GUYS!!!