Shave of the Day Thread - 2017

[Nightguard]

Brush: Simpson Classic 1
Razor: EJ89
Blade: Timor
Cream: Ingrams
A/S: Bluebeards Revenge Splash

 

[thw]

Brush: Omega Synthetic Hi-Brush
Soap: Proraso Green
Razor: Rockwell 6s - R4
Blade: Gillette Silver Blue (5)
Lotion: Omega Alum Stick / Mennen Skin Bracer

The combination of the Rockwell 6s and the Silver Blue resulted in DFS's through day 5, but it is now time to move on to a new blade and probably either the Slim or the Progress. Compared to the reliable Slim, the Progress (which has no pre-sets) is a bit of a finicky beast so far as finding a proper angle goes on its various settings.

 

[Sticky]

Brush: Vie-Long, Horse
Soap: Squadron, Spitfire
Razor: Gem, MM, Bullseye
Blade: Gem, SS
Post: Thayers, Old Spice, Nivea

I enjoy getting up early on the weekend and having a coffee and then a leisurely shave. However, these SE's are so efficient that, following yesterday's shave with the OC, one pass and a couple of touch ups and Bullseye, a BBS. I really would have liked to spend a little more time on a Sunday.
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[Mark1966]

Razor: Vintage British Aristocrat #15
Blade: Vintage Australian Gillette Super Stainless [aka "Aussie Spoiler"] (6)
Brush: Vintage butterscotch Simpson '46' reknotted in 'pure'
Soap/Cream: Squadron Soap 'Spitfire'
Aftershave Splash: Australian Private Reserve Lavende violette

Oh man, I got distracted thinking about something else while I was lathering and suddenly realised I'd been loading, adding in some water, loading, adding in some water etc for probably a good minute or so. Wow, some @alfredus - esque lather was formed. Thick, rich, wet, dripping - just showing me what this brush, probably my largest and firmest in regular use, and the Squadron Soap from @SchoolForAnts are capable of.

Incredible lather, wish I'd had my phone handy to snap a pic.

Finished off wonderfully by the APR from @todras

#thankfulformyshave

 

[todras]

Musgo Glyce
Hoffritz 103
Timeless
Feather
Australian Private Reserve Fougère Bourbon Rose Shaving Soap
Australian Private Reserve Fougère Bourbon Rose Aftershave
Australian Private Reserve Fougère Bourbon Rose EDP

A no-nonsense two passes, a beautiful fragrance, job well done. Rather enjoyable


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[Snooze]

Brush: Vie-Long, Horse
Soap: Squadron, Spitfire
Razor: Gem, MM, Bullseye
Blade: Gem, SS
Post: Thayers, Old Spice, Nivea

I enjoy getting up early on the weekend and having a coffee and then a leisurely shave. However, these SE's are so efficient that, following yesterday's shave with the OC, one pass and a couple of touch ups and Bullseye, a BBS. I really would have liked to spend a little more time on a Sunday.
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Damn that SE efficiency

 

[SpeedyPC]

Date: 30 April 2017

Brush: - Semogue 2000 25/58mm
Cream/Soap: - Stirling Vanilla Sandalwood
Razor: - Colonial Razors "The General" SE with iKon Bulldog Handle
Blade: - Kai Captain Titan Mild (Pink) #11
Post: - T.N. Dickinson Witch Hazel Astringent / Clubman Vanilla Aftershave Lotion
Fragrance: - Rochas Man EDT

 

[Sticky]

Damn that SE efficiency

I'm going to have to find a DE and a rubbish blade for my Saturday shaves from now on

 

[Itsonlyblood]

Pre-Shave: Shower
Razor: Colonial Razors The General Brass
Blade: Feather Pro Super (1)
Brush: Simpsons M7 Manchurian Faux Butterscotch
Lather: Barrister & Mann Lavanille
Post-shave: Barrister & Mann Lavanille
Scent: Acqua di Sydney

The Lavanille scent, like Leviathan, is slowly growing on me. Leviathan became one of my favourites and this may also. Acqua di Sydney was instantly a favourite, a great scent.

 

[todras]

The Lavanille scent, like Leviathan, is slowly growing on me. Leviathan became one of my favourites and this may also.

Will at B&M did a fantastic job with Lavanille, your acquisition of it was a great move as it sells out at TSW usually very quickly and re-stocks take months.

 

[alfredus]

Pre-Shave: @khun_diddy Olive Oil Soap, cold water
Razor: Gillette Single Ring from P&C travelling box 4b
Blade: Voskhod (1)
Brush: Doug Korn D7V
Lather: Panna Crema Vetiver from P&C travelling box 4b
Post-shave: Alum, Stirling Bay Laurel Witch Hazel, South Australian Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil​

Nice Sunday shave - lather shot here and full review here - hope you have a great Sunday

 

[Normie]

From Thursday:
Pre: Proraso Green Pre/Post
Brush: P&C Platypus
Soap/Cream: Mike's Coconut Sample
Razor: Gillette Open Comb
Blade: Gillette Silver Blue (1)
Post-shave: Alum, Emu Oil, Pinaud Clubman

From last night:
Pre: Proraso Green Pre/Post
Brush: Omega Boar
Soap/Cream: Shaver Heaven Peppermint Plus
Razor: Rockwell 6S (4,4,2)
Blade: Gillette Silver Blue (2)
Post-shave: Alum, Emu Oil, Myrsol Formula "C", TSW After Balm

 

[Nightguard]

Brush: EJ Silvertip
Razor: Weber
Blade: Spoiler
Cream: Occams
A/S: Old Spice

 

[UKSteve]

Wait, what, APR Winter EdP's?

 

[Korbz]

Brush: TF 26mm Black Synth in Ice Fusion
Razor: Muhle R41 2013 (from travel box)
Blade: Rapira Chrome (2)
Soap: B&M Cologne Russe
A/S: Myrsol Antesol

What a fantastic shave! Was a little tentative of the R41 based on reviews, but found them to be massively exaggerated. No nicks, weepers or irritation. Also, if you're thinking about a black synth knot, you really need to try one of Tony's. They are very, very good.

 

[razorguy]

Sunday 30 April 2017

Mastro Livi Stainless Damascus, 8/8 Full Hollow, Spanish Point​

This straight razor is just one more proof of Mastro Livi's superior skill in forging stainless steel. This straight razor is in fact made by a totally artisan made stainless damascus steel and, moreover, it is completely made from martensitic stainless steels. This means this stainless steel damascus is perfectly suitable for hardening and making cutting edges. It was made two years ago by Mastro Livi in his workshop and I witnessed its making, just like all the straight razors he made for me. Today Mastro Livi calls his artisan made stainless damascus steel as "ArtInox" and this razor was one of the very first ones he made by making this type of stainless damascus steel. As a matter of fact, Mastro Livi experiments with new steels all the time, including modern steels, and he has always been committed in researching and experimenting new steels and forging techniques. This straight razor is just one of the countless results he has been capable of achieving in the course of his sixty-two years committed to straight razors making and steel processing. Shaving with this straight razor was absolutely impeccable and super comfortable. Of course.​

• Pre-Shave: RazorGuy Pre-Shave Oil
• Soap: Williams Shaving Cream
• Brush: Mastro Livi Perugia Synthetic Eco-Silvertip, Bois De Rose, 26mm Knot
• Bowl: Gerby Bowl
• Strop: Mastro Livi Medium Loom Strop "Coramella Italiana" and Hand Palm
• Razor: Mastro Livi "Rasoio Italiano" Stainless Damascus, 8/8 Full Hollow, Spanish Point, Black African Ebony
• Post-Shave: Alum Block
• Post-Shave: Argan Oil
• After Shave: Mennen Blue

 

[thw]

Brush: Omega Synthetic Hi-Brush
Soap: Proraso Green
Razor: Merkur Progress (+1)
Blade: Gillette 7 O'Clock Super Stainless Green (1)
Lotion: Omega Alum Stick / Mennen Skin Bracer

Today's goal was a DFS from a mild razor paired with a sharp blade. However, I'm wary of the Progress. At its lowest setting of +1, it has been my experience that it is mild but not quite tame, possibly the result of my infrequent use and thus lack of familiarity with it. Nevertheless, it went well, without nicks or scrapes for what was a reasonably close shave at the razor's lowest setting.

 

[UKSteve]

Acqua di Parma Colonia Oud Shower Gel
Acqua di Parma Collezione Barbiere Face Scrub
Clinique Sonic
Acqua di Parma Collezione Barbiere Brush
Eufros Premiun Tallow 'Sandalo'
Nichiri Pelican Strop
Nichiri King Pelican 32
Acqua di Parma Collezione Barbiere Revitalising Face Cream
Acqua di Parma Collezione Barbiere Eye Serum
Acqua di Parma Colonia Oud Cologne Concentrée

Tony Christie - Avenues And Alleyways

Have a great day
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[Mark1966]

Razor: Vintage British Aristocrat #15
Blade: Vintage Australian Gillette Super Stainless [aka "Aussie Spoiler"] (7)
Brush: Vintage butterscotch Simpson 'B2'
Soap/Cream: Squadron Soap 'Spitfire'
Aftershave Splash: Australian Private Reserve 'Un côtelette de porc' splash

Oh very nice, I really should remember how good a lather can be and work on it more regularly! Great soap @SchoolForAnts and even some lather shots for @alfredus - Lather Shots

The APR to finish is wonderful as usual, thanks @todras.



I really am finding some of my formerly much loved stuff is getting less and less use ...

 

[todras]

Musgo Glyce
Morris & Forndran 3XL 30mm
Timeless
Feather
Eufros Sandalo
Australian Private Reserve The Santal Aftershave
Australian Private Reserve The Santal EDP

Evocative wood and honey notes like no other, two enjoyable passes. Very satisfying

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