SOTD: Saturday 12 - Friday 18 November 2022.

Digimonkey said:
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@culcreuch - B. - in fairness the knot is starting to give a bit. You can see the boar starting to split at the tips, if you look carefully. In the pic above it has just been used. It now splays and the wall of scrub is starting to soften. It has never scritched in my ownership. :) The flow through for a knot this densely constructed is exceptional - it gives up the lather perfectly, leaving enough in the middle to start again should you choose to do so. I'm not 100% sure of the exact hair mix - other than - it's 50/50 badger and boar. The latter is Semogue 90% Special Grade Tops - which can mean many things (see link below). The badger is - I think - Finest Grade, so that indicates two-band probably. Looks like it, the boar is dyed to match the texugo used. Semogue - like Vie Long - aren't adverse to using 'unique' batches for Limited Edition knots, never to be repeated. The original Caravela had a run of 100 and the 2012 LE went to 500. I have no idea how many they make these days in a run of Specials. One thing I did learn was that - Semogue don't 'collar' their Mistura knots IE there isn't a core of boar hair surrounded by a collar of badger - cheap in the middle, expensive at the edges. In this case - it is mixed 50/50 by hand then tied. It is undoubtedly unique in my brush collection and will continue to remain the gift that keeps on giving for some time yet. It's the 1305 all over again. :)

Karve Overlander alu on Karve Bradley alu handle, Treet Platinum, Semogue OC 2012, Kent hard tallow, Nivea two in one. - cheers - I.

Semogue knot information and boar grades, I take this as a trusted source - http://shavenook.com/showthread.php?tid=4840
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A wonderful description Iain(y)
 
13/11/22
Shower
DS Cosmetics synth
Stirling Soap co. Stirling Spice
Karve Stainless C - SB
Personna Med Prep
Cold water Rinse
Tonyschin's Cedarwood and Patchouli Argan Oil and Balm
Avon Siege cannon Proraso Red
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Sorry for the late post gents, however, it was up and out this morning, and now i am a happy drunk.
The Karve is always a safe bet, smooth as ice from 2 passes, the combination of a synth and any Stirling soap makes for an easy bit of sink time.
A great day was had by me as it was the first time i wore grandads medals, as i now could verify each one, i met a fella who was also wearing an MM for his pop (SAS medal). My lot knew some - but not all, what interesting day.
Anyway, the shave was most definitively up to standard.
Stay safe and enjoy your evening all
 
Sunday's theme arrives dedicated to @Palmolive fox Why? Ah ah. And the theme is, 'Why am I such a dinosaur?'

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Tyrazorsaurus Rex - Stainless Mongoose



Bladosaurus - Feather Super Professional
Brushiosaurus - Hive-2
Soaposaurus - Palmolive Classic cream
Scentolodicus - Floris Santal

I recall Palmolive the fox declaring sometime back that everyone needed to try the cream which was conveniently named after him. A very honourable status Barry. Now call me a dinosaur or what, but after all these wet shaving years I have never used a Palmolive product in all my life, except their washing up liquid which believe me is crap for shaving with. But great for dishes. I have no idea where this tube came from but I presume it must have been from a BST purchase. It couldn't have been from The Emporium because all I ever get from that place is either shite blades or varnish stripper misleadingly passed on to me under the disguise of being an EDC. It didn't even have 'Do not drink' written on the bottle. I think there might have been a hint being dropped here, so I gave it to some local kids for lighting their bonfire with.
'That's my fucking house you little shits!'

Anyway, so here I am being a complete prehistoric animal and I can honestly say, 'I've missed a Brontosaurus sized one here'. For something so cheap it performs absolutely gobsmackingly. It might have a scent similar to their washing up liquids (It is however useless for washing dishes with), but it is a win win in every one of those qualities we look for in a soap/cream. I am shocked to be honest. Even if it is slightly reminiscent to toothpaste I am not put off and I can see this being a regular member of team shave.

Palmolive Fox you are so damn correct. So much so I have decided to dedicate a 'Karaoke shave' to you




I've been shaving here all day, thinking
Same bloody shave ten hours ago, thinking
Now my bristles are gone, this fucking shave carries on
Thoughts of when I had a beard

Single edge by the sink, shaving
Ikon Teks were nasty things, frightening
Brushes and soaps and Palmolive Fox
DE blades and Alum blocks
Fucking nasty cuts, all different things

Barry, Barry you're lovely
That's what we all think of you
Barry, Barry you're lovely
That's what we all think of you
Barry, Barry

Not taking care will make you sting, crying
Emporiums and blingy things, buying
Second-hand soap and other crap, Mr Boycie has the last laugh
Silently he’s falling about

Sharp things I keep around, slice me
Memories of my bearded days, oh dear me
Now it's in my sink
Everyday I think, what a daft git when I was boy

Barry, Barry you're lovely
That's what we all think of you
Barry, Barry you're lovely
That's what we all think of you
Barry, Barry
Palmolive Fox :love:
'And take your bloody Emporium with you'

Have a smashing week ahead you lovely people and I sign off tonight with...................................Just got to love this band for their musical talent..


 
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Satanfriendly said:
Sunday's theme arrives dedicated to @Palmolive fox Why? Ah ah. And the theme is, 'Why am I such a dinosaur?'

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Tyrazorsaurus Rex - Stainless Mongoose



Bladosaurus - Feather Super Professional
Brushiosaurus - Hive-2
Soaposaurus - Palmolive Classic cream
Scentolodicus - Floris Santal

I recall Palmolive the fox declaring sometime back that everyone needed to try the cream which was conveniently named after him. A very honourable status Barry. Now call me a dinosaur or what, but after all these wet shaving years I have never used a Palmolive product in all my life, except their washing up liquid which believe me is crap for shaving with. But great for dishes. I have no idea where this tube came from but I presume it must have been from a BST purchase. It couldn't have been from The Emporium because all I ever get from that place is either shite blades or varnish stripper misleadingly passed on to me under the disguise of being an EDC. It didn't even have 'Do not drink' written on the bottle. I think there might have been a hint being dropped here, so I gave it to some local kids for lighting their bonfire with.
'That's my fucking house you little shits!'

Anyway, so here I am being a complete prehistoric animal and I can honestly say, 'I've missed a Brontosaurus sized one here'. For something so cheap it performs absolutely gobsmackingly. It might have a scent similar to their washing up liquids (It is however useless for washing dishes with), but it is a win win in every one of those qualities we look for in a soap/cream. I am shocked to be honest. Even if it is slightly reminiscent to toothpaste I am not put off and I can see this being a regular member of team shave.

Palmolive Fox you are so damn correct. So much so I have decided to dedicate a 'Karaoke shave' to you




I've been shaving here all day, thinking
Same bloody shave ten hours ago, thinking
Now my bristles are gone, this fucking shave carries on
Thoughts of when I had a beard

Single edge by the sink, shaving
Ikon Teks were nasty things, frightening

Brushes and soaps and Palmolive Fox
DE blades and Alum blocks
Fucking nasty cuts, all different things

Barry, Barry you're lovely
That's what we all think of you
Barry, Barry you're lovely
That's what we all think of you
Barry, Barry

Not taking care will make you sting, crying
Emporiums and blingy things, buying
Second-hand soap and other crap, Mr Boycie has the last laugh
Silently he’s falling about

Sharp things I keep around, slice me
Memories of my bearded days, oh dear me
Now it's in my sink
Everyday I think, what a daft git when I was boy

Barry, Barry you're lovely
That's what we all think of you
Barry, Barry you're lovely
That's what we all think of you
Barry, Barry
Palmolive Fox :love:
'And take your bloody Emporium with you'

Have a smashing week ahead you lovely people and I sign off tonight with...................................Just got love this band for their musical talent..


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This SOTD post is a work of art.
 
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13.11.22

Head and face shave

Giles Shaving Bowl
Leaf (Astra SP 2) head
Thorn (Astra SP 1)
Yaqi Aqua HMW
Bodyshop Maca Root
Homemade witch hazel with glycerin, lavender, peppermint and tea tree essential oils
Old Spice AS

One of those shaves where everything just worked perfectly and none of the products used would really be classed as premium items. 2 passes plus touch ups on both head and face leaving it BBS all over.
 
Satanfriendly said:
Sunday's theme arrives dedicated to @Palmolive fox Why? Ah ah. And the theme is, 'Why am I such a dinosaur?'

View attachment 96215

Tyrazorsaurus Rex - Stainless Mongoose



Bladosaurus - Feather Super Professional
Brushiosaurus - Hive-2
Soaposaurus - Palmolive Classic cream
Scentolodicus - Floris Santal

I recall Palmolive the fox declaring sometime back that everyone needed to try the cream which was conveniently named after him. A very honourable status Barry. Now call me a dinosaur or what, but after all these wet shaving years I have never used a Palmolive product in all my life, except their washing up liquid which believe me is crap for shaving with. But great for dishes. I have no idea where this tube came from but I presume it must have been from a BST purchase. It couldn't have been from The Emporium because all I ever get from that place is either shite blades or varnish stripper misleadingly passed on to me under the disguise of being an EDC. It didn't even have 'Do not drink' written on the bottle. I think there might have been a hint being dropped here, so I gave it to some local kids for lighting their bonfire with.
'That's my fucking house you little shits!'

Anyway, so here I am being a complete prehistoric animal and I can honestly say, 'I've missed a Brontosaurus sized one here'. For something so cheap it performs absolutely gobsmackingly. It might have a scent similar to their washing up liquids (It is however useless for washing dishes with), but it is a win win in every one of those qualities we look for in a soap/cream. I am shocked to be honest. Even if it is slightly reminiscent to toothpaste I am not put off and I can see this being a regular member of team shave.

Palmolive Fox you are so damn correct. So much so I have decided to dedicate a 'Karaoke shave' to you




I've been shaving here all day, thinking
Same bloody shave ten hours ago, thinking
Now my bristles are gone, this fucking shave carries on
Thoughts of when I had a beard

Single edge by the sink, shaving
Ikon Teks were nasty things, frightening
Brushes and soaps and Palmolive Fox
DE blades and Alum blocks
Fucking nasty cuts, all different things

Barry, Barry you're lovely
That's what we all think of you
Barry, Barry you're lovely
That's what we all think of you
Barry, Barry

Not taking care will make you sting, crying
Emporiums and blingy things, buying
Second-hand soap and other crap, Mr Boycie has the last laugh
Silently he’s falling about

Sharp things I keep around, slice me
Memories of my bearded days, oh dear me
Now it's in my sink
Everyday I think, what a daft git when I was boy

Barry, Barry you're lovely
That's what we all think of you
Barry, Barry you're lovely
That's what we all think of you
Barry, Barry
Palmolive Fox :love:
'And take your bloody Emporium with you'

Have a smashing week ahead you lovely people and I sign off tonight with...................................Just got love this band for their musical talent..


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This is genius. :love:
 
SOTD: 14/11/2022

Razor: Colonial General With UFO Colibri Handle
Blade: Kai Captain Titan Mild Pink SE, 3rd use
Brush: DS Cosmetic Ken Surfs
Bowl: Face Lather
Soap: Mitchell's Wool Fat Puck
Aftershave: L'Occitane Eau Des Bavx EDT
Balm: Proraso Blue Balm
Additional Care: Shave Tunes Fortunate Son By Creedence Clearwater Revival
Additional Care: Wife Sniff Test = Devine

Back to SE shaving this week. And what a cracking shave after I put the General back in the cupboard and got the Hawk V3 out.

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Mon 14th November

RR 400. SE- Plissoft noir
Tabac soap
Claymore Evolution
Kai Captain Titan Protouch MG ( 9 )
Tabac A/S Lotion

A bit of a celebratory Shave. Got an appointment !! at Medical Practice - 3rd change of hands in 5 years. Mind they have not confirmed appointment after being given it on the phone. So fingers crossed and ready for some discussion at reception if no booking.
Lashed out with the Tabac and really enjoyed the Shave, as a nice close finish attained without any hassle.

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14 November

Wickham 1912 Apricus
Plisson synthetic
Tatara Masamune Nodachi
Feather Hi-Stainless
Signature Soaps Hibernia splash

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A lovely shave this morning, the new Feather blade felt silky smooth in the Nodachi. The Apricus created a superior lather with the Plisson and the Hibernia splash finished the shave with style.
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Monday 11.14.22
RAZOR: Rocnel SE50 2021
BLADE: Schick Proline
BRUSH: Oumo 01 Venus SHD Badger
LATHER: Phoenix and Beau Spitfire Shaving Soap
POST: Phoenix And Beau Spitfire Aftershave Splash
POST: Phoenix and Beau Spitfire Post Shave Lotion
 
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