Shave of the Day Thread - 2021

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rhodes96 said:
I am already at 47, just a few days behind in sotd posts.
Yes I believe 50 is possible. By no means am I pushing the blade, still smooth and efficient.
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How far are you going to push the Minora SS………………… 100?? Otherwise you’ll be KING of the Minora blade stretching madness!!!
 
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Prep: Valobra Glycerlanolina soap, Myrsol Emulsion
Brush: M&F Brad Sears L7 Tigris Finest Badger
Soap: Saponificio Varesino Dolomiti
Razor: Merkur Mergress (2)
Blade: Vintage NOS Gillette Spoiler (4)
Post: Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel, Vitos Tobacco Aftershave Lotion
Scent: Musgo Real Oakmoss Cologne

Back in the big smoke, and very happy to enjoy a shave at home.
 
SpeedyPC said:
How far are you going to push the Minora SS………………… 100?? Otherwise you’ll be KING of the Minora blade stretching madness!!!
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When it becomes inefficient or lack of smoothness I will bin it!
I am surprised how well it is working with every razor I have tried.
 
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Razor-1939 Gillette Popular Nickel #4 Traveler set
Blade-Israeli Red
Brush-Yaqi Evil Zebra
Soap-P&B Spitfire
Aftershave-Vintage Avon Leather

Not a razor I reach for often due to its mild nature and rarity but only a days growth to knock down tonight. Easy shave but lacking the blade feel I enjoy. Avon Leather is a great Sunday night experience.
 
Zenith Manchurian Badger Shaving Brush - Blue Cobalt Resin Handle - 26mm.
S.K. Colling & Co. 70mm x18mm Black Resin with White Wedge.
The Gentlemen's Quarter - Cavendish Black

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Very Happy Camper
Thanks to @Matt7777 and P&C​
 
Razor: Lupo 95
Blade: Minora
Brush: Semogue Gallahad C3
Soap: Tabac
Splash: Tabac Splash

after a couple nights out bush it was nice to enjoy a shower and superb shave with the 95. Extremely smooth shave but couple of short lapses drew minor blood, just enough to let me know to be careful

but was care was rewarded with a very smooth easy three pass BBS, will see if this can be a daily driver for me

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TomG said:
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Prep: Valobra Glycerlanolina soap, Myrsol Emulsion
Brush: M&F Brad Sears L7 Tigris Finest Badger
Soap: Saponificio Varesino Dolomiti
Razor: Merkur Mergress (2)
Blade: Vintage NOS Gillette Spoiler (4)
Post: Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel, Vitos Tobacco Aftershave Lotion
Scent: Musgo Real Oakmoss Cologne

Back in the big smoke, and very happy to enjoy a shave at home.
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A very mesmerizing photo that makes the brush truly pop!!! :eek:
 
Last few shaves

Brush: Proraso Omega // RazoRock Boar
Razor: Merkur 37C // Timeless Bronze SB
Blade: Gillette Nacet (3) // Astra Blue (2)
Head: Headblade Moto
Pre: Shower
Soap: various samples from the P&C Sample Box
Post: Nivea 2 Phase Post Shave Lotion // Sukin Hydration Biomarine Facial Serum
WTG, ATG, Touchups = DFS

I'll admit I've been somewhat lazy with my posts but really enjoying the milder shaves and what better time than now to use up some soap samples I collected from the P&C Sample Box. Unfortunately I grabbed a few with no labels but overall they've have been pleasant with nothing blowing me away. I've also enjoyed using the boar brushes and the Timeless although mild, shaves smooth and close when paired with the Astra as opposed to the rawness I experienced when using a Nacet...

Stay Safe & Happy Shaves!
 
58RW said:
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I often wonder just how many tubs of soap A&E manage to sell purely as a result of mild exposure of aspects of feminine anatomy on the label. I'm not saying I'm immune to the attraction (though I've bought only one A&E soap, which I promptly moved on). The metoo movement obviously has better things to do than monitor shaving forums. Reasons to be cheerful: 1, 2, 3... :whistle:
 
Gargravarr said:
I often wonder just how many tubs of soap A&E manage to sell purely as a result of mild exposure of aspects of feminine anatomy on the label. I'm not saying I'm immune to the attraction (though I've bought only one A&E soap, which I promptly moved on). The metoo movement obviously has better things to do than monitor shaving forums. Reasons to be cheerful: 1, 2, 3... :whistle:
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I guess blokes enjoy looking at their labels and polishing the helmet!
 
Pre-shave: Hot shower
Brush: Vintage butterscotch Simpson shaving brush
Soap/Cream: Phoenix & Beau Spitfire shaving soap
Razor: Eclipse Red Ring
Blade: Gillette Minora (1)
Post-shave: Phoenix & Beau Spitfire Splash
Fragrance: Phoenix & Beau Spitfire solid cologne

Playing with the cool kids blade wise, basking in the glory of last night's brisket too, it was nice ...

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Pre-shave: Hot water, Pears soap
Brush: Forgotten Art "Southern Skies" 30mm Snow Leopard
Soap: D.R. Harris - Windsor (y) @rhodes96
Razor: Blackland Vector
Blade: Kai PINK
Post-shave: Shower, homebrew moisturiser, La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF50+
COTD: Shakisso Estate, Ethiopia

Yesterday's shave was so good, I just had to do it again. Shamelessly reposting the pic because I like the way the colours of my brush pop in the light... :)
 


Charcoal Goods, Level 3 Open Comb, Vertigo stainless steel handle and top cap
Rapira Lux
Simpson, chubby 3, Manchurian, Blue Opal
Grooming Dept, Maleki

Okay, don't get all your knickers in a twist, but my initial impression on the Kairos base was that it did not perform as well as the Fortis base that I used (Bergamot and Lavender). However, this is of course a first call and I will try a few different brushes and lathering techniques. As for the scent on the Maleki, two thumbs up. Rose and Oud, what is not to like. Based on this scent I think that the Noble Otter two kings would be right up my street.​
 
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