Thread: Sun October 2nd - Sat October 8th

Pre-Shave: Hot shower

Brush: 24mm Shavemac D01 Silvertip Badger

Maxterpiece: 15/16" H.R. Böker #14 "Arbolito", Full Hollow Ground, (muted) Spike Point (w/ Black Horn scales)

Strop: 25/60 laps (Torolf Linen / Ambrose Horse Hide Clásico leather)

Überlather: Al's Custom "Spicy" Shave Creme + Haslinger "Honey" Shave Soap + Glycerin

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

After Shave Splash: Floïd Italian Blue AS

After Shave Balm: RazoRock AS wax

Cologne: Creed "Tabarome" EdT

Results: It's great to be back (missed you guys). Wife and I returned from Vegas on business/pleasure and had a great time visiting Max and family (thank you for your hospitality maestro ). I only shaved on Monday with my DE (wonderfully smooth shave though), so today I was reaaaaaaaally looking forward to shaving with one of my straights. Question was which one ? My wife suggested the Arbolito/Shavemac combo. I love it when my wife gets involved in my shaving (or other) habits/hobbies. Makes this sport all that much more fun. . The Haslinger/Bomb combo was deliciously moist and fantastic, leading to a luxurious prep. The Arbolito had no problems wiping the 24 hr growth. What a feeling.

PS: This week, I am waiting for two special "treats" coming my way...stay tuned


Have a DELICIOUS Wednesday gents.


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Cheers,
Robert

Pre-Shave: A shower

Brush: Rooney's Finest

Razor: Filarmonica Novodur in baby blue scales

Strop: Neil Miller custom Cordovan Shell and genuine linen

Soap/Cream: MdC SS

Scuttle:Schwarzweisskeramik, Large White

Astringent: Osma Alum, rinse, Thayer's Medicated SuperHazel

After shave Balm: MdC Coprah oil

EdT: Lavande, MdC

Results: I must have used about 45 minutes on my shave today. I was just so very tired, but got up really early anyway. After the shave I was awake, smooth as silk and feeling like a million bucks.

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Originally Posted by Birnando

I was just so very tired, but got up really early anyway.

We all know how difficult and draining it is to spend so much energy shopping for gorgeous razors all day...

Beautiful set up, though, Bjornar!

Razor: Wacker, 1/4 ground, 6/8, horn scales

PREP: Hot shower with face scrub

RAZOR: Merkur Slant with Feather Blade

BRUSH: Rooney stubby XL2

SOAP: Klar Seifen Sandalwood

ASTRINGENT: Thayers

ASB: Skinfood Sandalwood

EDT: John Varvatos "Vintage"

RESULTS: ONE FOR THE BOOKS

Couple of new things for me this shave. First up the Merkur Slant. If I couldnt use a straight this would be my next choice hands down. I was nearly BBS after 1 pass! That never happens with a DE, but yet I was also irritation free. This is going to be my go to DE from now on. Also the Rooney XL2 is a Fantastic brush, just the perfect amount of backbone and softness of the tips made for an excellent prep. The Klar Seifen is always an outstanding performer as well. Capped it off with a sample of John Varvatos "vintage" ( which I will be buying a bottle soon) and Im ready for a nice relaxing movie and lunch with the misses.

HAVE A FANTASTIC DAY GUYS!!

GLENN. MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO U AND YOUR FAMILY, IM GLAD TO SEE YOU BACK BUDDY.

ROBERT, ALSO GLAD TO HAVE U BACK, CANT WAIT FOR THE NEW TREATS U GOT COMING UP

Another test shave on this Livi after the re-hone, this is number 8, and the edge seems to be holding strong

Simple is, what simple does this morning, as I had to make a Dump Run and was running late..


Jeff Foxworthy needs to use this one:
Ya might be a Redneck if you know what a "dump run" even is...

Wednesday:

Shumate 5/8
EJ BBB
Palmolive Stick
Witch Hazel
Nivea S. Balm
Eternity edt

Beautiful second round gents. Keep 'em coming. It feeds the soul

Originally Posted by Birnando

Razor: Filarmonica Novodur in baby blue scales
Results: I must have used about 45 minutes on my shave today. I was just so very tired, but got up really early anyway. After the shave I was awake, smooth as silk and feeling like a million bucks.

Now, there's a man dedicated to get a good shave, tired or not. I love it when I take extra time to enjoy a good shave too. Beautifully done Birnando. What a lovely setup too.

Originally Posted by MichaelS

Razor: Wacker, 1/4 ground, 6/8, horn scales

I love that Wacker of yours Michael. Great shavers

Originally Posted by thewatermark

RAZOR: Merkur Slant with Feather Blade

Couple of new things for me this shave. First up the Merkur Slant. If I couldnt use a straight this would be my next choice hands down.

ROBERT, ALSO GLAD TO HAVE U BACK, CANT WAIT FOR THE NEW TREATS U GOT COMING UP

Congrats on the new slant Matt. They are great versions of a DE. They get the job done very very effectively indeed.

The treats are going to be very interesting. One of them got in today, but will have to wait 'til the other gets in too. besides, I have to run out the door rather early and don't want to rush it with either one ;-)

Originally Posted by gssixgun

Simple is, what simple does this morning, as I had to make a Dump Run and was running late..

Jeff Foxworthy needs to use this one:
Ya might be a Redneck if you know what a "dump run" even is...

LMAO Glen...Jeff Foxworthy is truly hilarious. Great shave too. Those Livi "new grinds" can sometimes be touch and go (some reported bad edges/grinds and had to return 'em for an exchange)

Originally Posted by Str8nSharp

Shumate 5/8

Shumate rules

Originally Posted by dinatali

Of course bladerunner001. If you have Semouge Brush and la toja with follow by Floid Spanish !

I hear ya...+1.

Originally Posted by Titivillus

Thanks Robert for your kind words. This is my third Joseph Rodgers.

The only way to get rid of temptation is to yield to it... (you know the author, I'm sure )

You must really like them Antoni. I know your other one and I can't blame you for going for a 3rd.

PS: ...Resist it, and your soul grows sick with longing". (The picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde). Greta quote my friend. Great book for sure.

Originally Posted by KING2011

Joseph Elliot 13/16 Wedge "Best Silver Steel"

That JE must deliver some fantastic shaves. Great choice

Originally Posted by amb

Thanks Robert.
It's that case. I think it's a Friodur but without the possibility of put the name Friodur. Friodur is a trademark of Henckels and it refers to the cryotreatment. I think this blade is cryot...

It's a great blade for sure Angel...with or without the name

Originally Posted by amb

What luck Robert!

My wife is not able to advise me in this issue, and she does not understand how I have more than a soap, more than a brush and more than a SR, if I can only use one at the same time.
Angel

You somehow need to engage her in that activity. My wife was always kind of interested, but not too deeply. As soon as I got her a Lady Gillette and showed her how to lather (which I still end up doing), she got more into it and she's interested in what I have, what you guys talk about and certainly when I get a Maxterpiece. Her favorites of my collection are the Orange and Green scaled Friodur/Henckels. She would kill me if I ever lost those, LOOOL

Originally Posted by Zephyr

Razor: Toyo Scheön Burg #666
Soap: Tabac
Results: What can go wrong with Tabac and Toyo? Nothing!

An exceptional photo and shave Rune. Well done. Love that frameback Toyo

Originally Posted by Teiste

RazoRock Tea Boston Boston Party SS/RazoRock wax balsam

Tesite,
I see that you are slowly turning into a RazoRock junkie, LOOOOOOOL

Originally Posted by NavalArchitect

Thank you for your kind words Robert, great to see you back and to know you had a really good time in Vegas.

Thank you monsieur

Originally Posted by Jeltz

An awesome shave, a pleasant end to the day!

I love it Nic. Well done

Originally Posted by Grump

Original Schulze | MWF | Custom Brush

Phil,
It's always great to see your posts. Great shave my friend. Whose the custom brush from?

Originally Posted by mjhammer

No Shave today, but this is what I feel like right before I shave with a Straight!!

LMAO, LOOOOOOOL.

Mike...this has got to be the cutest and funniest unshaven picture posted in SOTD.

Originally Posted by Str8Shooter

Welcome back Robert! I sit in anticipation!!

No shave today and waiting until Fri for a nice return to shaving...

Thanks buddy...So, we're both sitting in anticipation, LOOOOL. You for my "treats" and I for your shave


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Cheers,
Robert

Good Morning,

Thursday again already, last of my work week. Stepped outside yesterday evening, temperature felt good, down to 34˚C. Looking to get out and run this evening, first time since April.

Prep: Shower
Strop: TI Paddle Strop, 30,70
Brush: Kent Boar
Cream: Proraso
Razor :TI Spartacus
Finish: Allume Di Rocca Naturale
AS: Old Spice, White Water

Great posts again, some very professional looking photographs.

Stay Safe.

Razor: Dovo 'Best Quality'

My first razor. Have you kept yours and if yes do you still use it like I do?