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Re: SAFETY Razor Shave of the Day (SOTD)
« Reply #1095 on: September 04, 2014, 06:41:32 PM »
Nice B&W pic, warhawk! 

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Re: SAFETY Razor Shave of the Day (SOTD)
« Reply #1096 on: September 05, 2014, 08:33:41 PM »
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Re: SAFETY Razor Shave of the Day (SOTD)
« Reply #1097 on: September 05, 2014, 08:40:11 PM »
Friday, September 5, 2014 SOTD

Razor:  1955 Gillette Red Tip

Blade:  Polsilver Super Iridium

Soap:  Mike's Natural Soap:  Lemongrass & Eucalyptus

Brush:  The Grooming Co Brush

Dessert:  Ice cube rub, refrigerated WH, refrigerated Osage Rub

I decided to go vintage and went with the Gillette Red Tip.   Love this razor. 



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Re: SAFETY Razor Shave of the Day (SOTD)
« Reply #1098 on: September 06, 2014, 04:43:33 PM »
First shave with the GSB.  From what I've heard, I expected more.  The shave was good, no nicks or irritation, but i feel like my Platinum coated blades, even my Treets, are smoother.  Guess I'll have to try one in my 37c next.


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Re: SAFETY Razor Shave of the Day (SOTD)
« Reply #1099 on: September 08, 2014, 11:44:00 AM »
First shave with the GSB.  From what I've heard, I expected more.  The shave was good, no nicks or irritation, but i feel like my Platinum coated blades, even my Treets, are smoother.  Guess I'll have to try one in my 37c next.
Hi GWS:  Nice SOTD pic... I love that NEW.  I have the same one that I purchased a couple of months ago but haven't got a chance to use it.  With you mentioning the Treet Platinums, I think I might have to revisit it again.  I love the Treet Platinum blades, too.

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Re: SAFETY Razor Shave of the Day (SOTD)
« Reply #1100 on: September 08, 2014, 02:05:00 PM »
Monday, September 8, 2014 SOTD

Razor:  Merkur 37G

Blade:  Treet Platinum

Soap:  Mystic Water Soap:  Bay Rum

Brush:  Thater 4125/2

Dessert:  Ice cube rub, refrigerated WH, refrigerated Osage Rub

Ahhhh... just had a great shave today using the 37G.  If you are DE shaver and have not tried a slant razor, what are you waiting for?  Love it!  Also, if you are looking for a great shave soap, I highly recommend Mystic Water Soap.




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Re: SAFETY Razor Shave of the Day (SOTD)
« Reply #1101 on: September 08, 2014, 02:49:20 PM »
First shave with the GSB.  From what I've heard, I expected more.  The shave was good, no nicks or irritation, but i feel like my Platinum coated blades, even my Treets, are smoother.  Guess I'll have to try one in my 37c next.
Hi GWS:  Nice SOTD pic... I love that NEW.  I have the same one that I purchased a couple of months ago but haven't got a chance to use it.  With you mentioning the Treet Platinums, I think I might have to revisit it again.  I love the Treet Platinum blades, too.

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Thanks Mel.  The NEW LC is definitely a nice change of pace.  It's my first OC, so I don't have a lot to compare it to.  After about a week's worth of shaves with it (with 5 days of no shaving in between due to a sinus infection) I'm not sure it will overtake the 37c as my go-to.  I think it's just as comfortable, but it doesn't seem to get quite as close in my trouble areas around my crown.  I will say that it mowed down that 5 days of growth with a 2nd-use Astra SP like it was nothing.

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Re: SAFETY Razor Shave of the Day (SOTD)
« Reply #1102 on: September 09, 2014, 07:08:12 PM »
I picked up a Burma shave brush at the store the other day and used it today, it's akin to the Semogue 2,000. I'll keep using it to test the longevity. It only cost me about $6 with tax so I'm pretty impressed. It lathers better than I expected, it had no problem lathering shave soap.

Razor: Fatboy
Blade: Derby
Brush: Burma shave brush
Post: Witch hazel

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Re: SAFETY Razor Shave of the Day (SOTD)
« Reply #1103 on: September 14, 2014, 04:07:10 PM »
Sunday, September 14, 2014 SOTD

Razor:  Mongoose

Blade:  Feather Professional

Soap:  Mystic Water Soap:  Lemongrass & Blue Gum

Brush:  Thater 4125/2

Dessert:  Ice cube rub, refrigerated WH, refrigerated Osage Rub

This is my second shave with the Mongoose and all I gotta say is that it is an incredible SE razor.  I had a great shave with it today and I look forward to future shaves with the Mongoose.



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Re: SAFETY Razor Shave of the Day (SOTD)
« Reply #1104 on: September 17, 2014, 09:09:32 AM »
September 17, 2014 SOTD

Razor:  Merkur 37c Slant
Blade:  Polisilver Super Iridium
Pre Shave:  Taconic PSO
Soap:  Col. Conk Amber
Brush:  Omega 10066 Boar
Post Shave:  Witch Hazel, Pinaud Clubman Original
DFS in 3 passes WTG, XTG, GTX.

My first time with the Polisilver SI, which I know is one of Warhawk's favorites.  The blade felt very sharp and very smooth, but left me with some burn after only one pass.  Reminded me of the way many describe Feathers.  Sharp yet harsh.  The blade seemed to work so well that I'm going to have to give it some more time to see if I can fix that.


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Re: SAFETY Razor Shave of the Day (SOTD)
« Reply #1105 on: September 17, 2014, 11:26:37 AM »
Could have been an iffy blade!

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Re: SAFETY Razor Shave of the Day (SOTD)
« Reply #1106 on: September 17, 2014, 02:58:40 PM »
I missed my shave yesterday, so there was lots of hair in the sink today.
Soap- RazoRock Freedberg
razor- Gillette Slim
blade- Derby
brush- Burma
post- Witch Hazel, then Unforgivable  aftershave balm.
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Re: SAFETY Razor Shave of the Day (SOTD)
« Reply #1107 on: September 20, 2014, 11:37:41 AM »
Saturday, September 20, 2014 SOTD

Mongoose w/ BRW Bullmastiff Deluxe Handle

Feather Professional

Cella!

Semogue 610

Ice cube rub, refrigerated WH, refrigerated Osage Rub

Just had a super, smooth shave with the Mongoose.  Lately I have been on a Mike's Natural Soap and Mystic Water Soap kick, so I decided to revisit the famous Cella.  Glad I did.  If you haven't tried this soap, I highly recommend this soap.  It is a great performer.



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Re: SAFETY Razor Shave of the Day (SOTD)
« Reply #1108 on: September 27, 2014, 11:01:43 AM »
September 27, 2014 SOTD

Razor:  King Cobra

Blade:  Feather Professional

Soap:  Mystic Water Soap:  Bay Rum

Brush:  Semogue 2012 Special Edition

Dessert:  Ice cube rub, refrigerated WH, refrigerated Osage Rub

I am a participant in the King Cobra Tour on www.badgerandblade.com.  I was lucky to join and I will be using it this week.  I had my very 1st shave with the King Cobra today and had a great shave. 

First impressions is that this is a huge razor.  It is beautifully made but not as sexy as the Cobra Classic.  I was very surprised that it was milder then the Cobra.  Overall, I had a great shave and look forward to using it this week.



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Re: SAFETY Razor Shave of the Day (SOTD)
« Reply #1109 on: September 27, 2014, 11:29:19 AM »
Nice looking Razor, warhawk, but as you said, not as sexy as the Classic.