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  • MaplePoplar
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    Nov. 14, 2023

    • Brush: Yaqi 26mm Synthetic
    • Razor: Karve CB SB D
    • Blade: UK Tech Statum
    • Lather: Barrister And Mann - Adagi - Soap
    • Post Shave: Barrister And Mann - Adagi - Aftershave

    Great shave today. Menthol strong enough to make my eyes water just a bit, perfect start to the day.

    • waldenMA
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      I’ve been wanting to correct you for quite some time, so here it goes: isn’t it “Adagio”?

      • MaplePoplar
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        Yes it’s spelled Adagio. Thank you! why wait so long? Don’t be shy. It’s been more than half a tub and I had no idea.

        • waldenMA
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          I sort of got a kick out of it every time I saw it, so maybe I shouldn’t have told you!

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    📯 Historic Tabac Tuesday 📯

    • Brush: Dogwood Handcrafts Tabak Oridjinal
    • Razor: Zwilling J. A. Henckels Friodur 14 (8/8", extra hollow ground, stainless steel)
    • Lather: Mäurer & Wirtz Tabac Original
    • Aftershave: Mäurer & Wirtz Tabac Original
    • Fragrance: Mäurer & Wirtz Tabac Original

    It finally happened! My first ring of death!

    I thank my family, my agent, and my parents, this achievement would not have been possible without them.

    • gcgallant
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      My first ring of death!

      Woah!

      And … how convenient that you have used a “14” on the 14th! I too have noticed this harmonic convergence, and plan to use two 14s today :)

      • djundjilaMA
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        You give me too much credit 😅 The auspicious convergence flew entirely under my radar.

        But as chance would have it, I’m going to use this 14 twice today😄

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          The auspicious convergence flew entirely under my radar.

          I admit that I was looking for an excuse to use my 14s again.

    • sahenders
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      My first ring of death!

      😮 And with Tabac no less!

  • gcgallant
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    November 14, 2023

    • Brush: Wald Stratos Goldvein 29mm A1 Fan

    • Razor: Filarmonica 14 Doble Temple Gen 1

    • Lather: Saponificio Varesino - Desert Vetiver - Soap

    • Post Shave: Saponificio Varesino - Desert Vetiver - Aftershave

    • Post Shave: Thayers - Lemon - Toner

    • Fragrance: Hermès - Terre D’Hermès Eau Intense Vetiver - EdP

    • Talc: Pinaud Clubman
       


    It’s the 14th and that calls for using a Fili 14 (and a Frio 14). I am so fortunate to have found an excellent Gen 1 Fili 14. It shaves so well that I compare all my other straight razors to it.

    Desert Vetiver is awesome. Great shave today.

  • gcgallant
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    November 14, 2023

    • Brush: Wild West Brushworks Blue Space 26mm Cashmere
    • Razor: River Razor 14 8/8" Full Hollow
    • Lather: Noble Otter - Monarch - Soap
    • Post Shave: Noble Otter - Monarch - Aftershave
    • Post Shave: Thayers - Cucumber - Toner

    I took a French razor to a French market. Seems like the right fit. Lovely shave.

    • djundjilaMA
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      I took a French razor to a French market.

      Very nice touch.

  • sahenders
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    Nov 14, 2023 - Talent Tuesday: Riviera

    • Brush: Zenith Cobalt Blue 28mm Boar Knot (505BC SE)
    • Razor: Chiseled Face Legacy (Aluminum)
    • Blade: Gillette Nacet [8]
    • Lather: Talent Soap Factory - Riviera - Soap (Vegan)
    • Post Shave: Gentleman’s Nod - Calabria - Aftershave
    • Fragrance: Noble Otter - Monarch - Eau de Parfum

    Returning to my first AA Raw Hoggin’ brush after a while of using badgers and synthetics was a really nice surprise. The knot has developed so well, it really has a better face feel than some of the badgers.

    Riviera is a beautiful scent built around neroli. Both it and Calabria have that care-free, Mediterranean coastal town vibe that I needed so desperately this morning. We’ve had nothing but rain for weeks now.

    Monarch layered on the neroli and orange notes with its unique powdery blend of scents.

    Rating: 4.5/5

  • merikusMA
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    • Brush: Zenith - MOAR BOAR
    • Razor: EldrormR Industries - MM24
    • Blade: GEM - PTFE (2)
    • Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Christmas Eve
    • Post Shave: Stirling Soap Co. - Christmas Eve
    • Osma: Osma - Osma
    • Scuttle: Georgetown Pottery - G20

    No, it isn’t too early for Christmas stuff yet, thanks for asking.

  • DaveWave94
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    SOTD 14.11.2023

    • Prep: head wash
    • Razor: GEM Micromatic Open Comb
    • Blade: GEM PTFE
    • Brush: AP Shave Co. 30 mm Tuxedo Fan w/ black & clear handle
    • Lather: Declaration Grooming - Unscented
    • Post Shave: Thayer’s Aloe Vera toner; Stirling Glacial Spearmint ASB

    The odd occurrence of wetshaving my head: a 2 pass shave, but only WTG. I had lots of stubbly hair to remove, but I still wanted to take care with the MMOC with a fresh blade.

    However, I really like shaving my head with SE razors. They seem to be very intuitive for the bumpy terrain IMHO and they’re often better suited simply by design (closed blade tabs, a certain foolproof cutting angle). Some blood was drawn due to my skin currently having breakouts almost as bad as during puberty; but no significant irritation otherwise.

    I really like rocking my bald look again as it gives me some much needed confidence back! Btw, I was able to negotiate a day of trial work for this Saturday. Early shift, but I sure hope it’ll be worth it!

  • waldenMA
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    November 14, 2023

    I’m not sure which one was more of a star – Varen or LLP. Both were spectacular. Mutton base++

  • djundjilaMA
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    Das Moos ist los!

    • Brush: Zenith B21 (XL chrome-plated copper handle, 28 mm knot with 50 mm loft)
    • Razor: Zwilling J. A. Henckels Friodur 14 (8/8", extra hollow ground, stainless steel)
    • Lather: Sir Irisch Moos
    • Aftershave: Sir Irisch Moos
    • Fragrance: Sir Irisch Moos

    I was always worried about using up too much of my precious uNoBtAiNiUm Irisch Moos, but since u/J33pGuy13’s group buy I have a shiny backup stick: Das Moos ist los! Aaaand, I smell glorious.

    Difficult to beat a 14 and SIM shave! 😊

    • djundjilaMA
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      Yeah, that comment is misplaced here. Be respectful of our community