"There's a frood who really knows where his towel is."
[ I had to look this up. It has been a very long time since I read the books. ]
gcgallant
joined 1 year ago
This could be a nice AA setup
Hell yeah!! As good as the 70^th^ Anniversary trifecta was for AA, I would prefer your Desert Vetiver setup better. Though DV is regarded as a dupe of EIV, it comes across more as in-family to me, and complements EIV rather than copies it. I have the same feeling about Opuntia and Creed Aventus.
I agree completely. Even though I am aware of it, I get fooled by the hair shaper blade in the same way.
Perfect score. And perfect photo! :)
May 24, 2024
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Brush: AP Shave Co Lemondrop 28mm SynBad
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Lather: Chicago Grooming - AG 1889 - Soap
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Toner: Thayers - Lavender - Toner
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Aftershave: Chicago Grooming - AG 1889 - Aftershave
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Talc: Yardley Classic
2 passes. Face lather. Excellent shave.
Familiarity with this scent allows me to appreciate it more each time I use it. And the soap base is just terrific.
I pushed the edge on this razor into "over honing" territory when I honed it, but the Tamahagane steel seems to love it. The razor is screaming sharp but the Jnat finish just keeps it feather soft. The aftershave feedback told me that the soft feel and sharpness fooled me into applying more pressure than needed in a couple of areas, but there were no ill aftereffects.
Enjoy your weekend!
I liked this scent at first try, but I think I will grow to appreciate it more with multiple uses. Fresh linen is definitely in there, though.
May 23, 2024
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Brush: Elite Razor Neo-resinate 26mm Mother Lode
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Razor: Koraat 6/8" Full Hollow
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Lather: Barrister and Mann - 42 - Soap
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Toner: Thayers - Lavender - Toner
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Aftershave: Barrister and Mann - 42 - Aftershave
2 passes. Face lather. Excellent shave.
I needed to be quick today, but for me that just meant don't daydream and waste time with extra steps. Wonderful shave with the scent that's the answer to "life, the universe, and everything".
I honed my 72-V
One of the great things about straight razors. If you don't like the edge, just change it. No need to hunt for the perfect DE blade.
May 22, 2024 -- Wedgeday
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Brush: Chisel & Hound Gulf Short 26mm V22 Fanchurian
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Lather: Imaginary Authors - Telegrama - Soap
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Toner: Thayers - Lavender - Toner
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Aftershave: Imaginary Authors - Telegrama - Aftershave
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Fragrance: Imaginary Authors - Telegrama - Eau de Parfum
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Talc: Yardley Classic
2 passes. Face lather. Excellent shave.
This was my first use of Telegrama. Very interesting scent. I need to spend more time with it but I think it will be a nice addition to my collection.
I like it. It's supposed to be 6/8 but has had enough use that it isn't quite there. Still, it has a bit more heft than the 5/8. The steel is what what it's cracked up to be. Took a very nice Ozuku edge. I'll move this one along if I can find a 7/8 in great shape out there. I have a 6/8 Dubl Duck Goldedge coming. Looking forward to that and hoping the scales aren't disintegrating. The scales on my 5/8 Dubl Duck are becoming noodles.
May 21, 2024 -- Tea for Twosday
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Brush: Wald Nimbus Chryselephantine 29mm A1 Fan
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Razor: Puma 89 11/16 Full Hollow
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Lather: Barrister and Mann - Cheshire - Soap
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Toner: Thayers - Lemon - Toner
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Aftershave: Barrister and Mann - Cheshire - Aftershave
2 passes. Face lather. Excellent shave.
A very pleasant shave today. I was on autopilot - enjoying the scent and the feel of my second use of this razor.
May 26, 2024
Brush: Wald Stratos Haunter 29mm A1
Razor: Dubl Duck Pearl Duck 6/8 Full Hollow
Lather: Spearhead Shaving Company - Seaforth! Roman Spice - Soap
Toner: Thayers - Rose - Toner
Aftershave: Spearhead Shaving Company - Seaforth! Roman Spice - Aftershave
Fragrance: Spearhead Shaving Company - Seaforth! Roman Spice - Eau de Toilette
Talc: Yardley Classic
2 passes. Face lather. Excellent shave.
I bought Roman Spice on the advice of @whosgotthepudding . I should take his advice more often.
This 6/8 Dubl Duck is a new arrival. I have the 5/8 as well, but much prefer the razor in this size.