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09-26-2011, 01:12 PM
JoeSomebody

Quote:

Originally Posted by LegalBeagle

The irony here is that my pockets are being described to Robert as being deep...:hmmm::roflmao:w:hmmm:

Wow, right you are Bill. That is just too far beyond funny...ROFL
09-26-2011, 01:33 PM
tumtatty

Quote:

Originally Posted by baldy

[CENTER]

Grant

BEEEEEUTIFUL scales Grant Did you do those yourself?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jacketch

Also included for your vewing pleasure is a pic of a wooden boat from the Jamestown Settlement fleet taken during the previous weekend celebration of the 400th anniversary of Henricus Citie

Man! I was just at Jamestown 2 weeks ago!!! I'd love to see the ships coming up the James River. Did they stop the Ferry for a bit?

http://antiquemilitaryshooter.com/fo...6_11_small.jpg
I am doing some (Martini Henry) reloading for a Victorian Rifleman Provincial Shooting Competition coming up next month and decided to theme my shave in honor of the effort.

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Monday noon

Pre-Shave: A shower
Brush: Rooney's Finest
Razor: Filarmonica Novodur, Jose Montserrat Pou
Strop: Kanayama #90000
Soap/Cream: Floris Elite SS
Scuttle:Schwarzweisskeramik, Large White
Astringent: Osma Alum, rinse, Thayer's Medicated SuperHazel
After shave Balm: Floris Elite
EdT: Floris Elite
Results: A very relaxing and smooth shave. I'll be forever a fan of these Spanish razors:) Floris performs great and the scent is fresh as a daisy;)

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Lovely shots and gear guys!!

09-26-2011, 02:32 PM
ama015

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I don`t like Monday`s, but today was an exception. My location on this planet is Norway, had the day off, wanted a great Straight razor shave (like every day), put on some relaxing music, Vangelis, 1492, Conquest of paradise and went to work.

I had a little celebration for myself today, because this was my first shave ever with a Custom Straight. Brian Brown made me this 8/8 Spanish point in Damascus steel with Ivory scales. Stropped it 40/60 linen/leather on a Scrupleworks 3", made myself a huge amount of thick, creamy, warm Fitjarsoap Telemark soap smelling exactly like a Lagavulin 16 Islay Single Malt, I really felt like a man, hehe.

I used my fairly new H. L. Thater 26mm Rein Dachs brush, and Gentlemen, this brush is in another leage talking softness of tips. You must try it to belive it, everybody owning one will know what I mean. Well, the Thater filled up my large Schwartzweisskeramic XL scuttle with ease, and my face waited hungry for the first silky strokes with the Telemark soap.

The shave was outstanding, I know I write that every time, but this one was better than all shaves to date in my life. The BB was heavy, large, beautiful and incredibly sharp. It felt as sharp as a Feather blade actually. After three passes, the last ATG my skin was as silky smooth as it can get, suddenly my face felt like a womans;-)

The last part of the enjoyment was stropping my new favorite razor again after use, put on a luxury amount of Neroli aftershave cream from Fitjar and felt ready for anything the new day might bring.

Have a great shave everybody!
09-26-2011, 02:35 PM
KING2011

Quote:

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

King,
How's the Dopo? never ran across it before. Sounds nice

There is no Proraso dopo....dopo means that I use it just for after shave not before as a preshave.
Clear?
09-26-2011, 02:44 PM
Mvcrash

Quote:

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

Great shave with the Genco and nice work with the cable Jeff. I bet your "kid" 9as you call her) is on cloud 9, LOL

________________
Cheers,
Robert

Most times I call her little girlie, but she is not a little girl anymore.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1OldGI

Wow another ten minute weekend, they seem to come and go quicker all the time. A single pass shave was good enough, back to the salt mine I go.

I felt the same way about the weekend, way too short!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by ama015

I don`t like Monday`s, but today was an exeption. My location on this planet is Norway, had the day off, wanted a great Straight razor shave (like every day), put on some relaxing music, Vangelis, 1492, Conquest of paradise and went to work.

I had a little celebration for myself today, because this was my first ever shave with a Custom Straight. Brian Brown made me this 8/8 Spanish point in Damascus steel with Ivory scales. Stropped it 40/60 linen/leather on a Scrupleworks 3", made myself a huge amount of thick, creamy, warm Fitjarsoap Telemark soap smelling exactly like a Lagavulin 16 Islay Single Malt, I really felt like a man, hehe.

I used my fairly new H. L. Thater 26mm Rein Dachs brush, and Gentlemen, this brush is in another leage talking softness of tips. You must try it to belive it, everybody owning one will know what I mean. Well, the Thater filled up my large Schwartzweisskeramic XL scuttle with ease, and my face waited hungry for the first silky strokes with the Telemark soap.

The shave was outstanding, I know I write that every time, but this one was better than all shaves to date in my life. The BB was heavy, large, beautiful and incredibly sharp. It felt as sharp as a Feather blade actually. After three passes, the last ATG my face was as silky smooth as it can get, suddenly I almost felt like a woman;-)

The last part of the enjoyment was stropping my new favorite razor again after use, put on a luxury amount of Neroli aftershave cream from Fitjar and felt ready for anything the new day might bring.

Have a great shave everyone

Gorgeous razor!!!!!! I prefer to drink the Lagavulin to smelling like it.
09-26-2011, 03:08 PM
Teiste

Monday
RazoRock Cacao/Edwin Jagger Barley with Astra/Omega 10250 brush/Alum/RazoRock wax balsam
http://i1044.photobucket.com/albums/...5/P1220627.jpg

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PREP: Hot Shower
RAZOR: Wade and Butcher
BRUSH: Omega Boar
SOAP: Napa Soap Co. Lavender and Cedar
ASTRINGENT: Thayers Unscented
ASB: Skinfood
EDT: YSL M7
RESULTS: FEELS GOOD TO BE SILKY SMOOTH AGAIN :)
I havent shaved since early last week and was looking grizzly. I knew the only razor to take care of this was the W&B. Cleaned down the whiskas with ease. The Napa Soap is a very hard soap, and I couldnt lather it with my regular Badger Brush. However once I used my boar on this soap it exploded with great lather. Nice cushion and glide, and the smell is divine. Topped it off with some YSL M7 and I am ready for a much needed day off, maybe a trip to Disneyland with the lady :)
HAVE A FANTASTIC MONDAY GENTS!!!!

09-26-2011, 04:04 PM
BladeRunner001

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Great shaves gents
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Quote:

Originally Posted by eTom

Still preparing some activities for guest from our sister city. They will visit us this week.

Sounds like a fun time to be had Tom. Enjoy the visit.

PS: Great shave

Quote:

Originally Posted by carlmaloschneider

I think I'll give up on the Windsor, it's a 'lemon' as we say here. I am interested to see what I can do with goat's milk soap, or sheep's milk soap, glycerin and essential oils. Probably not a lot, but it keeps me of the streets :-)

LOOOOOOOOL

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikael

Brush: Neep, The Cone with real coffee beans in the resin
Razor: Edv Neiström, no 52
My God, this was a sharp little wedgy blade! The Nick twins came by and visit (nothing serious though), Neil honed this blade and he must have finished on the Shapton GS 16k, one sharp and stiff blade this ... But I like it

Sorry to hear about the Nick brothers' visit Mikael, but it was worth it as this blade is gorgeous. Very nice. Also, a great match up between brush and coffee. That brush has "You" written all over it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Otto

I liked my Sunday shave so much, that I just did a re-run. :)
A little bit faster today, but still sticky smooth.

Who can blame you Otto. That must have been an amazing shave

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1OldGI

Wow another ten minute weekend, they seem to come and go quicker all the time. A single pass shave was good enough, back to the salt mine I go.

Great shot GI...Don't work too hard.

Quote:

Originally Posted by LegalBeagle

[center]Flaschner 7/8 | Bomb Almond Sapone |

Result: Two new products broke into the rotation today.

Wowww. Congrats Bill. That Flaschner sure is a looker buddy. Al's latest and greatest sounds intriguing too

Quote:

Originally Posted by baldy

Razor: Wade & Butcher "For Barbers Only" 7/8

I had the W&B ready to go last night but never ended up having a shave, and tonight it was up against a substantial 4 days of growth. The recently touched-up razor wiped it away with no problem at all.

Grant,
4 days of growth should be no issues with that W&B. She's made for that. Well done mate.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jacketch

I'll be very busy for the next few days so this may be my last SOTD for a few. Also included for your vewing pleasure is a pic of a wooden boat from the Jamestown Settlement fleet taken during the previous weekend celebration of the 400th anniversary of Henricus Citie

Jack,
We'll miss you bro...Great shave to start your few busy days and fabulous wooden boat. She'll be fun to take out sailing

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoeSomebody

Robert, I like the ylang ylang, but the vetiver is out of this world! You ever search for a fragrance and when you find it YES! One of those aha moments.
I see Bill really loves it too...lol...but after googling some of the stuff he has...wow, he has deep pockets...

Thanks for the confirmation Joe

PS: Bill does have deep pockets...but most of his stuff should be looked at as investments that gain in value

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeltz

The situation in Greece is receiving the attention of our comedians now.

There is speculation that Tax Collection is and always has formed part of Greek Mythology and questions are being asked about how the Greek authorities managed to hide those debts. The consensus seems to be that it was probably in a big wooden horse.

LOOOOOOOL. It is comic relief Nic.

Quote:

Originally Posted by amb

Straight Razor: Bengall 7/16
Comments: Excellent shave. Two pass (WTG, ATG). This razor is small but is very manageable.[/FONT][/SIZE][/COLOR]
Have a nice day.

Nice Bengall Angel...Those are great shavers.

Quote:

Quote:

Originally Posted by LegalBeagle

The irony here is that my pockets are being described to Robert as being deep...:hmmm::roflmao:w:hmmm:

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoeSomebody

Wow, right you are Bill. That is just too far beyond funny...ROFL

Heyyyy....no poking fun here guys. I don't even have pockets.

Quote:

Originally Posted by blueman

Muhle R89 (old style OC aggressive head)
Personna Prep Blade
FS Synthetic Badger
KMF Cool Mint Shave Cream
Nivea Double Action Balm
Old Spice Classic Cologne

Great shave BM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tumtatty

I am doing some (Martini Henry) reloading for a Victorian Rifleman Provincial Shooting Competition coming up next month and decided to theme my shave in honor of the effort.

Wowww Tim. That is a beautiful setup. Do you participate in that shooting competition every year?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Birnando

Razor: Filarmonica Novodur, Jose Montserrat Pou
Results: A very relaxing and smooth shave. I'll be forever a fan of these Spanish razors:) Floris performs great and the scent is fresh as a daisy;)

Birnando,
That's a beautiful Novodur buddy and I agree with you...Those Spanish blades are something else

Quote:

Originally Posted by ama015

I had a little celebration for myself today, because this was my first shave ever with a Custom Straight. Brian Brown made me this 8/8 Spanish point in Damascus steel with Ivory scales.

I used my fairly new H. L. Thater 26mm Rein Dachs brush, and Gentlemen, this brush is in another leage talking softness of tips. You must try it to belive it, everybody owning one will know what I mean.

The shave was outstanding, I know I write that every time, but this one was better than all shaves to date in my life. After three passes, the last ATG my face was as silky smooth as it can get, suddenly I almost felt like a woman;-)

Hey buddy,
Welcome back to SOTD. You were very much missed. What way to come back too. Congrats on the BB custom and especially that Thater. I do know what you mean about the tips. These are amazing brushes indeed. What a great shave. Enjoy your day off

Quote:

Originally Posted by KING2011

There is no Proraso dopo....dopo means that I use it just for after shave not before as a preshave.
Clear?

Crystal

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mvcrash

Most times I call her little girlie, but she is not a little girl anymore.

LOOOOOL. Once a little girl, always a little girl.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Teiste

RazoRock Cacao/Edwin Jagger Barley with Astra/Omega 10250 brush/Alum/RazoRock wax balsam

What a nice shave. Greta going with the RR Cacao

Quote:

Originally Posted by thewatermark

RAZOR: Wade and Butcher

Nice W&B Matt

________________
Cheers,
Robert
09-26-2011, 04:05 PM
BladeRunner001

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No Shave day today. Decided to give face a break and still enjoying that Nirvana shave from yesterday

Attachment 79050

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Cheers,
Robert
09-26-2011, 04:06 PM
eTom

Looks like you had too much Whiskey!
Terrible face.
09-26-2011, 04:16 PM
Jacketch

Quote:

Originally Posted by tumtatty

BEEEEEUTIFUL scales Grant Did you do those yourself?

Man! I was just at Jamestown 2 weeks ago!!! I'd love to see the ships coming up the James River. Did they stop the Ferry for a bit?
I am doing some (Martini Henry) reloading for a Victorian Rifleman Provincial Shooting Competition coming up next month and decided to theme my shave in honor of the effort.

I didn't get to see the Godspeed or the other two smaller craft as they came up river but I would have loved to.

Where is the shooting competition. I'd love to see that.
09-26-2011, 04:45 PM
Mikael

Quote:

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

Sorry to hear about the Nick brothers' visit Mikael, but it was worth it as this blade is gorgeous. Very nice. Also, a great match up between brush and coffee. That brush has "You" written all over it.

Thank you Robert! I almost fainted when I saw Rodney had made a brush like this one, lol.

Quote:

Originally Posted by BladeRunner001

No Shave day today. Decided to give face a break and still enjoying that Nirvana shave from yesterday

Attachment 79050
________________
Cheers,
Robert

I'm very happy to finally put a face to your name, my friend (and I'll never be embarrased for you)! :D
09-26-2011, 04:48 PM
tumtatty

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jacketch

I didn't get to see the Godspeed or the other two smaller craft as they came up river but I would have loved to.

Where is the shooting competition. I'd love to see that.

I've never participated in the event before. This one is kind of special It will take place in Pennsylvania near Easton I think. National Geographic is doing a story on antique weapons, collectors and shooters and I'll be there for the filming. Maybe I'll get on TV. There is a business up there that purchsed the entire arsenal of ancient weapons (From the 1700's-WWII) from the Royal Palace in Nepal. It was a HUGE load of stuff and they have it in several warehouses. The company (International Military Intiques Military Antiques, Military Collectibles and Militaria IMA-USA.COM) sells untouched muskets and rifles for collectors. I have 3 so far. They are letting us "plunder" their warehouse after the event so I'm sure I'll pick up one or two more!
09-26-2011, 04:50 PM
BladeRunner001

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Quote:

Originally Posted by eTom

Looks like you had too much Whiskey!
Terrible face.

I am still drunk from yesterday's shave, :p:rofl2:

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikael

I'm very happy to finally put a face to your name, my friend (and I'll never be embarrased for you)! :D

Thanks buddy ";"

As a substitute to my missing SOTD today, here's another KAL cartoon for you guys' enjoyment

Attachment 79055

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Cheers,
Robert
09-26-2011, 06:44 PM
Michaelshane

http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/h...4_edited-1.jpg
09-26-2011, 08:22 PM
DOOM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ama015

I had a little celebration for myself today, because this was my first shave ever with a Custom Straight. Brian Brown made me this 8/8 Spanish point in Damascus steel with Ivory scales.

Stuning razor ama015!!!! Congrats and wish you lost of great shaves with her:tu

cheers
Dominic
09-26-2011, 08:26 PM
Zephyr

Quote:

Originally Posted by baldy

Razor: Wade & Butcher "For Barbers Only" 7/8

Beautiful scales on that one Grant!
09-26-2011, 09:25 PM
Leon

Veleiro cream
Semogue 2 band badger brush
Thiers-Issard quarter grind vintage straight razor
444 aftershave balm
Veleiro cologne

http://i51.tinypic.com/20jilnc.jpg
09-26-2011, 10:52 PM
jhenry

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Monday

Prep: Hot shower – followed by Proraso pre-post-shave cream
SS/SC: EJ “Sea Buckthorn" + TGQ “Bay Rum w/ Sweet Orange" = Superlather
Brush: Heinrich L. Thater Series 4376/2 21mm “Finest Badger Silver Tip”
Strop: Strop: VB Red Latigo 50 fabric; 60 leather
Razor: 5/8” Imperial “Extra Hollow Ground”
Toner: Thayer’s “Lemon” Witch Hazel w/ Aloe Vera
ASB: Barclay – Crocker - Vitamin E Enriched “Bay Rum” scent
AS: Dominica “Bay Rum”
Result: What a blast!

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09-26-2011, 11:53 PM
Jeltz

Monday night

Ever Ready 1912 + Gem blade
Omega 81052
Culmak Soap
Alum
Witch Hazel
Aquatonic AS
http://i52.tinypic.com/2uykpkj.jpg
BBS almost "Too close for comfort" whenever I use this set up.
09-26-2011, 11:54 PM
Mvcrash

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Hot shower, Stephan's rubbed into the whiskers
Dirty Bird Scuttle
New Forest Badger
Nancy Boy Signature Series with Glycerine
Boker Shoulder-less Warranted French Point
SRD P1 50 Linen, 50 Leather
RR Aluminum
Vaseline for men.

Another fine shave this evening. The Signature series has such a nice refreshing aroma. The Boker mowed down my whiskers.
On another note, my daughters college diploma arrived today. I am so proud of her accomplishment It is nice to see her name on the parchment.

Enjoy the evening!!

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09-27-2011, 12:09 AM
sharp

Prep:Hot Shower
Scuttle:Dirty Bird Custom Double
Brush:TGN 24mm in Crimson Swirl
Strop:SRD PI
Cream:Frankincense, Myrrh, & Vetiver Bomb
Razor: D.C. Halsted Wedge
After shave: Al's Shaving FMV
EDT: Cartier “Roadster”
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6152/...fd9e9f35_z.jpg

Result:This blade is a tremendous shaver. 2 passes this AM left me feeling great and set to tackle the week. Great shaves gentlemen, keep them coming!
Glenn
09-27-2011, 12:11 AM
Str8Shooter

Quote:

Originally Posted by LegalBeagle

The irony here is that my pockets are being described to Robert as being deep...:hmmm::roflmao:w:hmmm:

Soooooo True!!!
09-27-2011, 12:21 AM
sharp

Quote:

Originally Posted by ama015

Brian Brown made me this 8/8 Spanish point in Damascus steel with Ivory scales. Stropped it 40/60 linen/leather on a Scrupleworks 3", made myself a huge amount of thick, creamy, warm Fitjarsoap Telemark soap smelling exactly like a Lagavulin 16 Islay Single Malt, I really felt like a man, hehe.

Now that is a shave my friend! Now I'm going to have to add the Fitjarsoap Telemark to my list!
Glenn
09-27-2011, 02:50 AM
baldy

Quote:

Originally Posted by tumtatty

BEEEEEUTIFUL scales Grant Did you do those yourself?

Thankyou, yes my first scales in horn as a matter of fact.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ama015

I had a little celebration for myself today, because this was my first shave ever with a Custom Straight. Brian Brown made me this 8/8 Spanish point in Damascus steel with Ivory scales.

Congratulations its beautiful

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mvcrash

On another note, my daughters college diploma arrived today. I am so proud of her accomplishment It is nice to see her name on the parchment.

Congratulations to your daughter mate

Quote:

Originally Posted by sharp

Cream:Frankincense, Myrrh, & Vetiver Bomb

Nice choice on the cream Glenn, you may have noticed I used the sample you sent me last night too.:D

Great shaves everyone.
Grant
09-27-2011, 02:52 AM
sharp

Quote:

Originally Posted by baldy

Nice choice on the cream Glenn, you may have noticed I used the sample you sent me last night too.:D

Thanks Grant and congrats on yet another featured SOTD! What do you think of the FMV bomb cream?
Glenn
09-27-2011, 03:06 AM
nicknbleeding

Quote:

Originally Posted by ama015

I had a little celebration for myself today, because this was my first shave ever with a Custom Straight. Brian Brown made me this 8/8 Spanish point in Damascus steel with Ivory scales. Stropped it 40/60 linen/leather on a Scrupleworks 3", made myself a huge amount of thick, creamy, warm Fitjarsoap Telemark soap smelling exactly like a Lagavulin 16 Islay Single Malt, I really felt like a man, hehe.

Congrats on a SWEET razor! Use her in good health.
09-27-2011, 03:07 AM
hornm

Prep: Hot shower with avacado oil in the 'stache (helps keep my wirey wiskers a little more pliable when I wax up the handlebar :D )
Cream: SHAVE shave cream from Australia courtesy of PaulKidd at the Spokane meet yesterday
Brush: Yakima custom
Mug: 20oz white coffee mug
Strop: 2.5" Walking Horse English Bridal 20 canvas 50 leather
Razor: 5/8ths D.Perez on loan from pinklather
Post shave: Honey Bee Gardens Bay Rum aftershave

Great shave although I did get a couple nicks. I was really impressed by the D.Perez and got a little side tracked a couple times so... I also like the cream quite a bit as well so I'd say it was a total success (even with the nicks)

Shave on,
Michael
09-27-2011, 03:17 AM
easyace

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Tuesday

Good Morning,

Prep: Shower
Strop: TI Paddle Strop
Brush: Semogue 1438, Boar
Soap: Cella, Crema Sapone
Razor, Dovo, Flowing.
EDC: No 4711.

Have a great day Gentlemen.
09-27-2011, 04:26 AM
BladeRunner001

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Attachment 79110

Quote:

Originally Posted by Michaelshane

...

Nice shave Michael. is that a Helje?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leon

Thiers-Issard quarter grind vintage straight razor

Those 1/4 grind TIs are amazing shavers indeed.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jhenry

Result: What a blast!

...To the Past or to the Future? I guess either would do with this fine shave Monroe

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeltz

BBS almost "Too close for comfort" whenever I use this set up.

Nic,
Too close for comfort? Naaaaaaah. BBS sounds perfect and just right. Well done

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mvcrash

Another fine shave this evening. The Signature series has such a nice refreshing aroma.

On another note, my daughters college diploma arrived today. I am so proud of her accomplishment It is nice to see her name on the parchment.

Jeff,
+1 on the NB Signature creme

CONGRATULATIONS to both your daughter and the family for such a fine accomplishment. I bet you're more than just proud. In such uncertain world of kids going off the tangent, it's nice to see them stay on the right path. Give her a BIIIG hug on behalf of both my wife and I.

Quote:

Originally Posted by sharp

Razor: D.C. Halsted Wedge
Result:This blade is a tremendous shaver.

Oh My!!! Check out that beautiful smile. What a nice razor Glenn. Congrats buddy

Quote:

Originally Posted by Str8Shooter

Soooooo True!!!

Not you too, LOOOL.

Quote:

Originally Posted by hornm

Great shave although I did get a couple nicks. I was really impressed by the D.Perez and got a little side tracked a couple times so... I also like the cream quite a bit as well so I'd say it was a total success (even with the nicks)

Great shave Micahel. Love the Perez and the creme sounds awesome too.

PS: How you holding up health-wise buddy? Sounds like all systems are GO.

Quote:

Originally Posted by easyace

Razor, Dovo, Flowing.

Ooooh wowwww EA...Those Dovo "Flowing"s are something else I bet. She's BIUUUUTIFUL.

________________
Cheers,
Robert
09-27-2011, 04:40 AM
hornm

Great shave Micahel. Love the Perez and the creme sounds awesome too.

PS: How you holding up health-wise buddy? Sounds like all systems are GO.

If labs come back all clear tomorrow I should be released to go back to work either Wednesday or Thursday. Hoping more for the Thursday release but hey! Everybody I've seen recenty including Glen-gssixgun and Gerrit said I looked like I was in far better shape than the last couple times they saw me. I told Gerrit that considering the shape I was in I basically had no where to go but up :D

Michael
09-27-2011, 04:49 AM
eTom

http://up.picr.de/8326637nsj.jpg

Good morning friends.
Today my buddelized Wostenholm

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Locale: The happiest place on earth
Music: Elvis - '68 Comeback Special
Prep: Hot Shower / AOS Pre-shave Oil
Razor: 9/16 Salamandar - Salamandar Werks Foche-Solengen (again)
Hones: 3" chestnut leather
Brush: Custom Silvertip
Post: Ali Baliyki Alum - Humphrey's AF Face Moisturizer
Uber: RazoRock Cacao
AS: Gillette Sensitive Skin Balm
Edt: Drakar Noir
Result: I was looking forward to my second shave (or is it 3rd???) with this razor. I have rarely used one razor more than once every 2-3 weeks or so, and sometimes I think I might do better if I just used one for several days in a row. Since I honed this razor I thought why not this one. So, I'm going to continue to use this Salamandar as long as I can to see how my face reacts, how the razor reacts and how quickly it loses its edge. I'm not going to continually post pics of the same razor, even if I alternate the software. But, I will write about the experience here. Have a great Tuesday men!!
.

Happy Shaves Men!!!!

Mike

09-27-2011, 05:32 AM
baldy

Quote:

Originally Posted by sharp

Thanks Grant and congrats on yet another featured SOTD! What do you think of the FMV bomb cream?
Glenn

It's great thanks mate. Lathers up nicely and love the scent.
09-27-2011, 05:37 AM
baldy

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjhammer

Music: Elvis - '68 Comeback Special

:mexwave: Nice choice!!! I'm a huge fan of the king. The '68 comeback special is just awesome.:mexwave:

SODT -- Tuesday

Good morning friends!

PREP: Proraso Preshave Cream
BRUSH: SIMPSON Polo 10 Best Badger
SOAP/CREAM: Castle Forbes Shaving Cream Levender Essential Oil
SCUTTLE / BOWL: Fitjar Lathering Up Shaving Bowl
RAZOR: Wacker Jubiläummesser Mod. 2, Full Hollow Ground, Round Point, Shoulderless, laser etched spine, w/Blond Horn scales
STROP: Kanayama Cordovan #30000
SHAVE: 2 passes, WTG / XTG
AS: Castle Forbes Aftes shave Balm
COLOGNE: Eau de Cologne LAVANDA Ach. Brito
RESULT: Very clean shave

http://img1.indafoto.hu/2/5/30705_10...7d804ae7_l.jpg

Have a nice day :)
Béla

09-27-2011, 07:12 AM
Otto

Tuesday

Prep: Hot shower
Brush: Edwin Jagger best badger
Soap: Proraso
Strop: Tony Miller Heirloom tri-strop (3x25)
Razor: Mastro Livi 6/8 ebony Scales
ASB: Proraso
http://straightrazorpalace.com/membe...-8-proraso.jpg
I love the smell of Proraso in the morning. :)
09-27-2011, 08:18 AM
carlmaloschneider

Quote:

Originally Posted by tumtatty

Looks like a slice of heaven!

Yeah, it is, it coitenly is. However, in two weeks, I'll take a SOTD photo at my MOST favorite place (Blow Hole Beach at Deep Creek) that will blow your MIND!!!
09-27-2011, 08:32 AM
carlmaloschneider

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Originally Posted by baldy

It's great thanks mate. Lathers up nicely and love the scent.

Yeah, nice shot. I love the razor (the scales and the blade, very nice patina, I hope you don't get rid of that!), but I esp like the echoing of the red in the strop and that other red object with the red in the Thayer's bottle. I like looking at these photos for the aesthetic qualities as much as wanton covetness :-)

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Locale:	The happiest place on earth
Music:	Elvis - '68 Comeback Special
Prep:	Hot Shower / AOS Pre-shave Oil
Razor:	9/16 Salamandar - Salamandar Werks Foche-Solengen (again)
Hones:	3" chestnut leather
Brush:	Custom Silvertip
Post:	Ali Baliyki Alum - Humphrey's AF Face Moisturizer
Uber:	RazoRock Cacao
AS:	Gillette Sensitive Skin Balm
Edt:	Drakar Noir
Result:	I was looking forward to my second shave (or is it 3rd???) with this razor. I have rarely used one razor more than once every 2-3 weeks or so, and sometimes I think I might do better if I just used one for several days in a row. Since I honed this razor I thought why not this one. So, I'm going to continue to use this Salamandar as long as I can to see how my face reacts, how the razor reacts and how quickly it loses its edge. I'm not going to continually post pics of the same razor, even if I alternate the software. But, I will write about the experience here. Have a great Tuesday men!!