Thread: Sun July 31th - Sat August 06th

Hi men!

Where: Rocky Mountains
When: Late
Soap: Old Spice vintage (that soap is amazing)
ASB: Tend Skin
AS: OBR+S+C
Brush: WD 22mm Pure Badger
Razor: Genco Henry's XX (Thanks Travis!)
Strop: HM Paddle (50/100)

Tonights shave was scary sharp. This Genco will split an atom. One pass on the cheeks, and SMOOTH!!!

I got a little carried away with the razor burn tonight, but it was worth it. Cold water shave, and a little styptic and I am a happy boy...

Happy shaves!

Mike

WELL DONE GENTS

Originally Posted by MichaelS

Razor: Wapi
Comments: Can't bring myself to change the original (heavy!) scales on this little Wapi - what would you do in my place?

Wooohoooo...Another Wapi lover/owner. Fantastic Michael. As to the scales, these are original stainless steel ones, right? if so, I would keep it.

Originally Posted by Zephyr

Beautiful shot as always Robert, but an unusual razor.

I think that's the first of your razors I have seen that got any signs of wear or discoloration of any kind Good to see that you're "only human" after all

Thank you Rune...Well, the spine has some of the original blacking and I don't want to have it polished out/restored yet. At some point, she may visit Max for a minor clean up (the small spots that are annoying). She's an incredible shaver though.

Originally Posted by Mikael

Interesting for sure, but prob not the best one. However my London water frenzy adventure forces me to funny ways. ARKO took over in this supe lather and even though good it's the MdC you want.

Arko taking over MdC? Go figure, LOOOOL.

Originally Posted by Mikael

Yeah, well, I've got some mean razors, lol - on top of my head (with the right to add more razors) that tops the P G blade: The Three Crosses, Puma DD, Mappin & Webb, Roberts (prob late 18:th century), Revisor 8/8 and 6/8, Heljes no 6, B K 42 and frameback, W&B for barbers use, Henkotsu kamisori, Delolme french razor, Joh Engstrom, Filly DT 13, vintage Boker, Gotta 120 (not a looker, but boy what a nice shaver).

Mikael,
Now, I understand why she takes a back sit to these other gems.

Originally Posted by Zephyr

Razor: Wacker Antik 15/16
Honing Regimen: Chosera 1-5-10-Blue/Green Escher (Birnando, correct me if I'm wrong)

Rune,
The perils, trials and tribulations of straight shaving, eh? Makes DE shaving look like a walk in the park, LOOOOL. Glad to hear that you're pushing the envelope of this Wacker's edge. Well done. Don't worry, in time you will find that not edges are created equal. Some are better than others and everyone's experience varies in this regard. have fun with the experimentation and discovery phase of straight shaving brother.

Originally Posted by nicknbleeding

3 days of growth and only one pass this Ebay special "DELLA BELLA" Wiped them away with easy. If i were able to do a 2nd pass she surley would have been BBS! The edge she took rivals that of a Fili.

Razorock Thank you Robert
DELLA BELLA

She's a beauty Rene. Congrats on a great score...How did you like the RR SS?

PS: Hope you weren't too stressed at work

Originally Posted by rum

You said it, bro! Thanks for the warm welcome - what would I do without this group?

You're welcome...I am very anxious to hear about your Mediterranean trip (I think it was, right?)

Originally Posted by KING2011

Joseph Elliot "Best Silver Steel" 7/8 Wedge

Nice piece of steel King

Originally Posted by du212

Maxterpiece Veiga 7/8, felt & latigo 25/50, Semogue 1800, Woods of Windsor shaving soap, Trumpers limes skinfood

Almost a disaster, the pic is taken some minutes ago, and the razor,....yes the Maxterpiece,....my beloved Veiga,
has fallen from the roof.....I was crying when the razor slided over the tiles.....holy lavender!!!, the lavender that grow in front of my house has cushioned the razor and my maxterpiece was safe and sound over the leafs of the plant....

OMG José, Consider yourself very very lucky. That almost never happens. Results are usually not thinkable. I am very happy to learn that she's perfectly fine

Originally Posted by Mvcrash

Uber Lather: Nancy Boy,Gentleman's Best,Glycerine
Nice shave. The lather was abundant and the razor performed flawlessly.

Jeff,
Absolute bliss...What else can a man ask for?

Originally Posted by Sailinblues

Black Diamond

Stunning blade Chris. I love it (literally from head to toe).

Originally Posted by Dunc

Razor: Dovo C-Mon Blackie
Post: Witch Hazel

Now to get down to all the domestic chores that long weekends require (mostly I need it to look like I actually did some house work before the SO returns from her trip...

Great shave Dunc...sounds like you're soon going to be in the dog house, well...unless the house is in tip top shape, LOOOOL. When does SO return?

Originally Posted by Jacketch

Little time today so I broke out the standard DE.

Well jack...I guess that happens once in awhile too. Great DE btw

Originally Posted by tumtatty

Razor: Victorian era Wade & Butcher Wedge
Results: I originally had this razor honed by Mr SRP himself, but somehow i got a nick in the blade I decided to rehone her myelft and it actually works!! I finished the blade on my new coticule and I had a perfect shave this morning with absolutley zero irritation! It was a great feeling (both the shave and the honing success).

Tim,
Congrats on both the shave and the honing. It is a fantastic and satisfying feeling. Well done

Originally Posted by Robert888

Iwasaki Kamisori Tamahagane

It has been awhile since I have used this straight. it caught me day dreaming twice...two good nicks.. :-) After the wakeup it was a wonderful shave. Still love this one even when she is mean to me.

She is beautiful Robert. And yeap...you dose off too far into your zen, and she will bring you back. They're all like that. Just have to show her who's boss (her most days, LOOOOL). That makes me want to take out my Iwasaki for a spin sometime before this week is out.

Originally Posted by Jeltz

More adventures in honing I tried a different approach finishing on a Dragons Tongue and achieved wow sharp but not too smooth, hey ho! I'm hoping a few laps on the coticule will smooth out the wrinkles! Great fun learning the hows and whys

Hey Nic,
Sorry about the irritation, but congrats on your experimentation. it is the only way to have fun and learn. Keep having fun and looking forward to hearing (or rather reading) about your honing adventures.

Originally Posted by Teiste

Vie Long two band badger

Tesite,
That is one sexy red handle on that Vie Long

Originally Posted by Fbones24

Rooney 1/1 | Tabula Rasa Dark Lavender | Goodfella DE/Feather | Alum | Sabon Aftershave Cream | Mazzolari Mazzolari

Frank,
Another beautiful and relaxing shave my friend. Well done

Originally Posted by sharp

Soap:MDC
Razor: Fili 14
Result: The Fili never disappoints

Glenn,
Neither does the MdC...The two make for an unbeatable dynamic duo. Excellent

Originally Posted by Jes

Hi folks. This morning's shave was my first as a father, so I figured it was special enough to mention.

jes,
Forget the shave brother. CONGRATULATIONS on becoming a father of a girl. I bet you're on cloud 9 right now (and tired).

Originally Posted by hornm

The shaves aren't going to be mind blowing for a bit. I tried to keep things simple so as not to clutter my Familys place while I'm here recovering. More than likely I'll get to head home in another 3 weeks or less but I have to tell you. I haven't felt [B]this good[B] in years.

Look who's back. Great hearing from you buddy. You've been on my mind these last few days. Congratulations on a successful operation. How's your sister?

Originally Posted by Earthdawn

Razor: Dovo Bismark 6/8
Astringent: 444 Aftershave Balm - First time using this exceptional product

Love that Dovo ED...Great choice. I heard about the 444...it performs wonders but smells rather "meh"...Thoughts?

Originally Posted by Str8Shooter

You're welcome Robert. I'm not sure yet when he's back(joke intended). He had back surgery from what I gather. I got home from work late and finished the scales off with Renaissance wax. Kingwood with about 12 coats of Tung oil on em. The look awesome. I'm going to try and pin everything up Tues so when He is able to shave it will be ready for him. The blade looks fantastic and I meade a set of twins. One for him and one for another W&B I had waiting to be done. Now I just need him to name em'!

Paul,
Can't wait to see these works of art. Congrats and will pray for Nervin

Originally Posted by easyace

Nice fast shave today, early to work, lots of meetings to prepare for and try and get an exit permit, planning four days away from Thursday, to catch up with my Daughter.

EA,
What a wonderful occasion...Where will you meet your daughter (Greece?)? At least we have you for another couple of days before your departure.

Originally Posted by mjhammer

Soap: Old Spice vintage (that soap is amazing)
Razor: Genco Henry's XX (Thanks Travis!)

This Genco will split an atom.

Wowww Mike...What a shave. Congrats on a great razor and if that Old Spice scent is anything like I remember from my grandpa's AS, it is bound to be amazing

Its late and I need to sleep. Shave took longer than normal due to me learning this blade. Close and comfortable though.

Jes,
I wish you all the best.
Congrats to the young family

L'Occitane Verbena soap
Feather AS-D1
Feather Blade
Simpsons Chubby 2
Mitchells woolfat
Alum + Distilled witch hazel
L'Occitane Bavx balm
L'Occitane Bavx EDT

Jamie

Great shave lovely set up, two pass shave super smoooooooooooth, rarely if ever can I complain about shaving, always been a enjoyable event for me.

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

Love that Dovo ED...Great choice. I heard about the 444...it performs wonders but smells rather "meh"...Thoughts?

It definatly performs wonders. I was not sure how it would be but Ill tell ya, its really a cool breeze on your face! The scent to me is nice. I mean it definatly packs a punch at first but mellows off fast.

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

EA,
What a wonderful occasion...Where will you meet your daughter (Greece?)? At least we have you for another couple of days before your departure.

My Children live in london, but my Daughter is in Cyprus for a couple of weeks, her Birthday is on Saturday, so good opportunity.

Good morning friends!
(In this week in my personal SODT: knives and razors from their homeland)

PREP: Proraso Preshave Cream

BRUSH: 22 mm Rooney Small Style 2 Silvertip Best Badger

SOAP/CREAM: La Maison du Barbier Soap

SCUTTLE / BOWL: Fitjar Lathering Up Shaving Bowl

RAZOR: 6/8" Le Talisman / PEROUX-COGNET, THIERS

STROP: Kanayama Cordovan #30000

SHAVE: 2 passes, WTG / XTG

AS: L'occitane CADE After-Shave Balm

EDT: Eau De L'occitane Vetyver Eau de Toilette

RESULT: Wonderful, BBS shave

DECORATION; FRENCH KNIFE: Laguiole Nature, with an stabilized maple burl handle.

Have a nice day,
Béla

Revisor 6/8
Neil Miller linen and English bridle strops (40/40)
le Tuft with 24mm Simpson knot in Super and red Paua Abalone insert
T&H 1805

soap: Calani
brush: Muehle
razor: bow
AS: Brut