1961 Gillette Fat Boy
Gillette 7 O'Clock SharpEdge (shave #1)
Omega 10005
TOBS Almond Shaving Cream
Speick After Shave Lotion
First ever shave with the Fat Boy was 99% successful. I set it to 4 for the WTG and XTG passes, then decided to go to 6 for the final ATG pass. This went fine until I nicked a small mole I have near the corner of my mouth. I had to break out the styptic gel for only the second time since I bought it two years ago.
The verdict? A great razor. It felt quite natural to use as it seems to be a very similar weight to my Merkur HD. I look forward to mastering it.
SOTD: March 15 thru March 21 2010
Wednesday's Shave
Razor: Merkur 38C
Blade: Iridium Super Extra Stainless Blade (Shave #3)
Brush: Simpson Eagle #3
Cream/Soap: Musgo Real
A/S: Nivea for Men Sensitive Extra Soothing A/S Balm
Blade: Iridium Super Extra Stainless Blade (Shave #3)
Brush: Simpson Eagle #3
Cream/Soap: Musgo Real
A/S: Nivea for Men Sensitive Extra Soothing A/S Balm
-Neal (DE user since 1998)
I shave therefore I am
I shave therefore I am
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Thalay Sagar
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Good morning. Wednesday:
Rooney EJ87 w/Dorco 301
Vulfix 2234 boar (loaner)*
Fitjar Lavender soap
Thayer's lavender witch hazel
Harris Pink
CF Pre-shave ass A/S
Taylor's Lavender Water
*Thanks, Tim. The brush still needs some breaking in- it held enough lather for first pass, but need recharging for the remaining pass. Still, the bristles are wonderfully soft and the larger handle is more pleasant to use than my Hyde Park.
Rooney EJ87 w/Dorco 301
Vulfix 2234 boar (loaner)*
Fitjar Lavender soap
Thayer's lavender witch hazel
Harris Pink
CF Pre-shave ass A/S
Taylor's Lavender Water
*Thanks, Tim. The brush still needs some breaking in- it held enough lather for first pass, but need recharging for the remaining pass. Still, the bristles are wonderfully soft and the larger handle is more pleasant to use than my Hyde Park.
Best,
Chris
“Isn't it enough to see that a garden is beautiful without having to believe that there are fairies at the bottom of it too?”
― Douglas Adams, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Chris
“Isn't it enough to see that a garden is beautiful without having to believe that there are fairies at the bottom of it too?”
― Douglas Adams, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Chris, yeah, it feels great in the hand and on the face. But you're right; more lather-holding capacity will take time.
Omega #10066 boar
Nancy Boy Signature
Merkur "1904" razor
Dorco 301 shave #2
Nancy Boy a/s gel +
Thayer's aftershave
Bowling Green spray
Great spring shave. The a/s gel is nice and cooling; can't see it being a daily thing, but now and then it will be enjoyable.
Oh yeah, and Bowling GREEN for St. Patrick's Day.
Regards,
Omega #10066 boar
Nancy Boy Signature
Merkur "1904" razor
Dorco 301 shave #2
Nancy Boy a/s gel +
Thayer's aftershave
Bowling Green spray
Great spring shave. The a/s gel is nice and cooling; can't see it being a daily thing, but now and then it will be enjoyable.
Oh yeah, and Bowling GREEN for St. Patrick's Day.
Regards,
Regards,
Tim
Why should we not meet, not always as dyspeptics, to tell our bad dreams, but sometimes as eupeptics, to congratulate each other on the ever-glorious morning? - Henry David Thoreau
Tim
Why should we not meet, not always as dyspeptics, to tell our bad dreams, but sometimes as eupeptics, to congratulate each other on the ever-glorious morning? - Henry David Thoreau
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Nick Freeh
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Wednesday Shave
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
E.J. Chatsworth
Astra Superior Platinum
Simpson Colonel X2L
Proraso Classic SS
Dickinson’s Witch Hazel
Proraso A/S Balm
Top o’ the mornin’ to everyone! Had a fine shave and now I’m ready for the rest of the day.
-Vance
E.J. Chatsworth
Astra Superior Platinum
Simpson Colonel X2L
Proraso Classic SS
Dickinson’s Witch Hazel
Proraso A/S Balm
Top o’ the mornin’ to everyone! Had a fine shave and now I’m ready for the rest of the day.
-Vance
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Quintus Metellus
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- Location: Cincinnati, OH
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Razor: Merkur Futur
Blade: Kai (Thanks Jerry)
Brush: Simfix Grosvenor LE Two band
Pre-Shave: Musgo Real Glyce Lime
Soap: Irisch Moos Shave Stick
A/S: Alt Innsbruck
I have been testing the Simfix Grosvenor all week and decided to try it with a shave stick this morning. It passed with flying colors as I had an abundance of lather for four passes. I also tested out a new blade...the Kai...thanks to Jerry (Slantman). The Kai was the cleanest blade I have ever come across...no glue spots and no markings whatsoever. It was very sharp and very smooth producing an effortless BBS shave. I cannot comment on its longevity as this is my first use but, it is definitely a quality blade worth exploring. The Alt Innsbruck was the perfect finish for what will be a very hot (mid 80's) day.
Razor: Merkur Futur
Blade: Kai (Thanks Jerry)
Brush: Simfix Grosvenor LE Two band
Pre-Shave: Musgo Real Glyce Lime
Soap: Irisch Moos Shave Stick
A/S: Alt Innsbruck
I have been testing the Simfix Grosvenor all week and decided to try it with a shave stick this morning. It passed with flying colors as I had an abundance of lather for four passes. I also tested out a new blade...the Kai...thanks to Jerry (Slantman). The Kai was the cleanest blade I have ever come across...no glue spots and no markings whatsoever. It was very sharp and very smooth producing an effortless BBS shave. I cannot comment on its longevity as this is my first use but, it is definitely a quality blade worth exploring. The Alt Innsbruck was the perfect finish for what will be a very hot (mid 80's) day.
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- Phil
- Phil
good morning all
Progress razor
musgo lime preshave
Cella soap
crystal blade
alum block
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Progress razor
musgo lime preshave
Cella soap
crystal blade
alum block
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Pre-shave: Musgo Real Lime Soap
Razor: Progress with stainless steel knob
Blade: Iridium
Brush: Pure Badger & Chrome by Conk
Cream/Soap: Pre de Provence
Dirty Bird scuttle
A/S: Alum bloc & Pre de Provence
Cologne: TOBS Mr. Taylor
Razor: Progress with stainless steel knob
Blade: Iridium
Brush: Pure Badger & Chrome by Conk
Cream/Soap: Pre de Provence
Dirty Bird scuttle
A/S: Alum bloc & Pre de Provence
Cologne: TOBS Mr. Taylor
Tuesday Night:
'47 Super Speed
Gillette "The Spoiler" Super Stainless - shave #7
Brut in a can (Okay, so I was in a hurry!)
Wednesday Morning:
'47 Super Speed
Gillette "The Spoiler" Super Stainless - shave #8
Ogallala Bay Rum & Sandalwood soap
Vintage no-name boar
Stetson Country a/s
C.O. Bigelow Elixir Green a/s/b
C.O. Bigelow Elixir Green EdC
'47 Super Speed
Gillette "The Spoiler" Super Stainless - shave #7
Brut in a can (Okay, so I was in a hurry!)
Wednesday Morning:
'47 Super Speed
Gillette "The Spoiler" Super Stainless - shave #8
Ogallala Bay Rum & Sandalwood soap
Vintage no-name boar
Stetson Country a/s
C.O. Bigelow Elixir Green a/s/b
C.O. Bigelow Elixir Green EdC
Roger
I've been a wet shaver for 56 years!
I've been a wet shaver for 56 years!
17.03.2010
Razor : GEM Micromatic Open Comb
Blades : Ted Pella
Brush : Chetkprom
Shaving cream : Karo Sensitive
Aftershave balm : Nivea Sensitive
Excellent shave, as always
Blades : Ted Pella
Brush : Chetkprom
Shaving cream : Karo Sensitive
Aftershave balm : Nivea Sensitive
Excellent shave, as always
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desertbadger
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woodsrider
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Empty Words
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Wednesday
TOBS Avocado Shaving Cream + MWF Shaving Soap + 5 drops of glycerin
Semogue 2000 Boar Brush
Wade & Butcher «Celebrated Hollow Ground» Straight Razor
Brut After Shave Splash
444 After Shave Balm
Semogue 2000 Boar Brush
Wade & Butcher «Celebrated Hollow Ground» Straight Razor
Brut After Shave Splash
444 After Shave Balm
Best regards
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