S.O.T.D. Saturday 7th October to Friday 13th October 2017
- Thread starter Norfolkdick
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OCtober10, 2017
Timeless OC 0.95mm with Triad Ti Aristocrat
Feather
Shavemac LE with DO1 2 Band Flat Top
Reef Point Test Depth
Witch Hazel with Menthol
Cool Water EDT
Timeless OC 0.95mm with Triad Ti Aristocrat
Feather
Shavemac LE with DO1 2 Band Flat Top
Reef Point Test Depth
Witch Hazel with Menthol
Cool Water EDT
- Messages
- 4,440
- Location
- Land of the Prince Bishops
Tuesday 10th October
Virginia Sheng Purtech
Cologne Soap
Standard
Gillette Nacet Stainless #2
Alum Wash
Selin Lemon Cologne
Lacura Body Moisturiser
The things I like about the Standard razor are:
1. There's no blade overhang.
2. It's light and very nimble.
3. It's efficient without being aggressive.
4. It looks cool.
The Nacet blade suits it very well. The soap continues to impress, as it's easy to produce a very impressive slick and protective lather which has a pleasant 'in shave' scent.
Virginia Sheng Purtech
Cologne Soap
Standard
Gillette Nacet Stainless #2
Alum Wash
Selin Lemon Cologne
Lacura Body Moisturiser
The things I like about the Standard razor are:
1. There's no blade overhang.
2. It's light and very nimble.
3. It's efficient without being aggressive.
4. It looks cool.
The Nacet blade suits it very well. The soap continues to impress, as it's easy to produce a very impressive slick and protective lather which has a pleasant 'in shave' scent.
- Messages
- 17,593
- Location
- Sunny Cornwall
Ha, great pictureTuesday 10th October
Virginia Sheng Purtech
Cologne Soap
Standard
Gillette Nacet Stainless #2
Alum Wash
Selin Lemon Cologne
Lacura Body Moisturiser
The things I like about the Standard razor are:
1. There's no blade overhang.
2. It's light and very nimble.
3. It's efficient without being aggressive.
4. It looks cool.
The Nacet blade suits it very well. The soap continues to impress, as it's easy to produce a very impressive slick and protective lather which has a pleasant 'in shave' scent.
P.
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- 341
Lucky Tiger Face Wash
EJ Pre-Shave cream
Astra SP blade
EJ DE89
The Personal Barber Synthetic
Palmolive Shave Stick
RazoRock Santa Maria Del Fiore
Sent from my Swift 2 using Tapatalk
EJ Pre-Shave cream
Astra SP blade
EJ DE89
The Personal Barber Synthetic
Palmolive Shave Stick
RazoRock Santa Maria Del Fiore
Sent from my Swift 2 using Tapatalk
- Messages
- 4,059
- Location
- London, UK
It's nice to get back to my home setup after a week of travelling:
Czech & Speake Oxford & Cambridge
EJ 25mm Synthetic
Colonial Brass General / Feather Pro (3)
Aloe Vera Gel
Czech & Speake Oxford & Cambridge
EJ 25mm Synthetic
Colonial Brass General / Feather Pro (3)
Aloe Vera Gel
- Messages
- 4,440
- Location
- Land of the Prince Bishops
Thanks Paul, very kind.Ha, great picture
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Shavemac Americana D01 Silvertip
Schick Krona
Schick Platinum Plus (5)
PAA 11235
Thayers Rose, Myrsol Emulsion & 4711 aftershave and cologne
A bit of a change to the norm today, shaved before my shower so only a wash of my face with Creightons charcoal face wash as a prep. I was expecting a not too good shave due to the lack of prep and the blade being on its fifth use is uncharted territory for me. A lovely smooth shave was had however and I will continue to push this blade with this razor to see how many I get from it. Almost BBS all over save for under my chin which is a trouble spot for me so I don't push it too much there.
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Unfortunately things did not go to plan last night.Enjoy the game Wayne, I hope your team does well
It took a while for me to stop my 9 year old nephew from crying. Bless him.
But the post match experience was amazing, so all was not lost.
- Messages
- 17,593
- Location
- Sunny Cornwall
BlessUnfortunately things did not go to plan last night.
It took a while for me to stop my 9 year old nephew from crying. Bless him.
But the post match experience was amazing, so all was not lost.
pleased it was an enjoyable time dispite your team not getting through. P.
Tues 10th October
RazoRock Plissoft 24 mm
ER 1912 Bathroom set
Gem S/S ( 1 ) + 1/2 Spine Shim
Alum Rub / Rinse off
Jaguar Prestige A/S lotion
ER 1912 Rediscovered.
Since taking up SE shaving I have neglected the ER 1912 in favour of the 1914,1924 and my favourite the Streamline. Though I have used a Gem Jnr 1912,I have not used an ER 1912 for about 18 months.
As many have been been lauding it's merits, I thought I should give one a run out. I chose the ER 1912 Bathroom set with the smart Alu. Handle. I decided to Shave initially with a Shim,as previously had found the British ER 1912 rather harsh.
I started off on the RH side with a Shim, and the Shave was ultra smooth yet efficient. After removal of the Shim I completed the Shave on the LH side, chin and upper lip. Though the Razor was more aggressive it was not unpleasant, and I ended up with a first class close all round finish.
I must make more effort to include the ER 1912 in my rotation. Though I intend to thin out my 1922 herd, I will keep a selection of those with the Handle variations. Today's Shave was really enjoyable and has revived my liking for this Iconic Vintage SE Razor.
RazoRock Plissoft 24 mm
ER 1912 Bathroom set
Gem S/S ( 1 ) + 1/2 Spine Shim
Alum Rub / Rinse off
Jaguar Prestige A/S lotion
ER 1912 Rediscovered.
Since taking up SE shaving I have neglected the ER 1912 in favour of the 1914,1924 and my favourite the Streamline. Though I have used a Gem Jnr 1912,I have not used an ER 1912 for about 18 months.
As many have been been lauding it's merits, I thought I should give one a run out. I chose the ER 1912 Bathroom set with the smart Alu. Handle. I decided to Shave initially with a Shim,as previously had found the British ER 1912 rather harsh.
I started off on the RH side with a Shim, and the Shave was ultra smooth yet efficient. After removal of the Shim I completed the Shave on the LH side, chin and upper lip. Though the Razor was more aggressive it was not unpleasant, and I ended up with a first class close all round finish.
I must make more effort to include the ER 1912 in my rotation. Though I intend to thin out my 1922 herd, I will keep a selection of those with the Handle variations. Today's Shave was really enjoyable and has revived my liking for this Iconic Vintage SE Razor.
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- Shaving Brush: Vie-Long - 14830 (Horse Hair)
- Shaving Scuttle: Steve Woodhead Ceramics - Medium Teak
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Great photo Arthur!Tuesday 10th October
Virginia Sheng Purtech
Cologne Soap
Standard
Gillette Nacet Stainless #2
Alum Wash
Selin Lemon Cologne
Lacura Body Moisturiser
The things I like about the Standard razor are:
1. There's no blade overhang.
2. It's light and very nimble.
3. It's efficient without being aggressive.
4. It looks cool.
The Nacet blade suits it very well. The soap continues to impress, as it's easy to produce a very impressive slick and protective lather which has a pleasant 'in shave' scent.
Pre: Warm water face wash
Brush: Vie-Long 13052 Horse
Soap: TOBS Sandalwood
Razor: Unknown Double Ring Clone, Single Ring top cap
Blade: Treet Black Beauty
Post: Warm then cold water rinse, TOBS Sandalwood AS
Not the best of shaves today. I replaced the top cap to see if that would make this razor more efficient, I should have changed the blade as well. The forth outing for this carbon blade and it was very tuggy.
All in all, not the worst shave I've had but an extra pass was needed and pick ups.
Brush: Vie-Long 13052 Horse
Soap: TOBS Sandalwood
Razor: Unknown Double Ring Clone, Single Ring top cap
Blade: Treet Black Beauty
Post: Warm then cold water rinse, TOBS Sandalwood AS
Not the best of shaves today. I replaced the top cap to see if that would make this razor more efficient, I should have changed the blade as well. The forth outing for this carbon blade and it was very tuggy.
All in all, not the worst shave I've had but an extra pass was needed and pick ups.
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SOTD: 101017
Prep: Hot Shower & Bloom Water
Blade: Astra SP #1
Razor: Gillette Slim L3 Birth Year
Soap: Antica Barberia Mondial
Brush: Omega 30mm Synth Barber Handle
Post: Thayers Witch Hazel Lavender
EDT: Joop
Well this is the first time for me with the Gillette Slim and the Antica Barberia soap.
My recently acquired beloved Gillette is in need of some TLC but she works. I intend to have her re-plated in the not too distant future.
The razor performed superbly set at #7. Its nicely weighted and balanced and extremely smooth. A 3 pass irritation free shave with a few touch ups left me BBS.
I liked how the soap performed. Its thirsty and has a med/strong scent. Cushion is great, slickness maybe lacking a little but I will pass better judgement after a few more goes with it. Over all very pleased.
The brush is super soft and has plenty of back bone suitable for face and bowl lathering.
Finished off with my usual Thayers witch hazel and a generous splash of Joop this evening.
Enjoy your shaves
Prep: Hot Shower & Bloom Water
Blade: Astra SP #1
Razor: Gillette Slim L3 Birth Year
Soap: Antica Barberia Mondial
Brush: Omega 30mm Synth Barber Handle
Post: Thayers Witch Hazel Lavender
EDT: Joop
Well this is the first time for me with the Gillette Slim and the Antica Barberia soap.
My recently acquired beloved Gillette is in need of some TLC but she works. I intend to have her re-plated in the not too distant future.
The razor performed superbly set at #7. Its nicely weighted and balanced and extremely smooth. A 3 pass irritation free shave with a few touch ups left me BBS.
I liked how the soap performed. Its thirsty and has a med/strong scent. Cushion is great, slickness maybe lacking a little but I will pass better judgement after a few more goes with it. Over all very pleased.
The brush is super soft and has plenty of back bone suitable for face and bowl lathering.
Finished off with my usual Thayers witch hazel and a generous splash of Joop this evening.
Enjoy your shaves