That is a great goal to have! Sadly, I have only seen one MLB game in person and that was the Astros a million years ago.
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cmh737 Straight Venture Journal Continued
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Thanks, Dave.
Thanks, Chris. And roger that.
I’ve seen a few Astros games - in the old Astro Dome, as well as the new ballpark.
Toronto Blue Jays
Detroit Tigers
Cincinnati Reds
Washington Nationals
Florida Marlins
Thanks, Doug.
Dang, I was hoping the KC Royals would be one, and we could arrange a meet up someday when you came to town, lol.
Oh, that’s still a possibility. Kauffman Stadium (if that’s what they still call it) is awesome - one of my favorite parks! Pulling up the artificial turf several years ago was a very smart move.
Yep, it’s Kauffman, or The K as it’s known around here.
Just got caught up. Nice shaves. Still love the Brian Brown in the ghost jade scales. Gorgeous.
The injector in your picture is, I believe, exactly the same injector that I have been using for clean-up and for Sunday shaves of late.
The injector in your picture is, I believe, exactly the same injector that I have been using for clean-up and for Sunday shaves of late.
Thanks, Randall. And roger the injector. I like this particular model.
Thanks, Craig.
Back from a mini-vacation. Did a bunch of stuff with my daughter in just a few days. For example: Rays/Yankees baseball game; Universal Studios Orlando; Clearwater Aquarium; Tarpon Springs sponge docks. My wife was busy with her event, but was able to join us for lunch at Tarpon Springs.
Anyway, as to the shaves.....
My set up for the week: I used 3 different soap samples (which I'll mention briefly), the Whipped Dog synthetic, the Merkur 42C w/Weber Wavy Handle and a Voskhod blade. Decent shaves with some nice soaps, but the Voskhod blades are lame. Aftershaves used were Pinaud Bay Rum, Mennen's Skin Bracer, and Fine Platinum.
Here's a quick impression of each soap sample used....
Lisa's "Black Velvet" Premium: I dig the scent of this one. The SOS is close to 4/5 on the SOS scale, and I'm happy to see the scents amped up with the premium version (of the ones I've used thus far). This is definitely a masculine scent that is extremely well done. To me, it reminded me of bay, green tobacco, vetiver, and amber. Loved it! And the performance was elite status with the water at the hotel.
Wholly Kaw "Jamestown Gentleman": A pleasant scent that is quite clean. It's about a 2/5 on the SOS scale. It's nice and "refined", but kind of "meh" for me.
Mystic Water "Poggio dei Pini": Another pleasant scent but very subtle at only a 1/5 on the SOS scale. To me, "meh"; nothing very remarkable about it for me.
I'll work on getting caught up with everyone......eventually.
Anyway, as to the shaves.....
My set up for the week: I used 3 different soap samples (which I'll mention briefly), the Whipped Dog synthetic, the Merkur 42C w/Weber Wavy Handle and a Voskhod blade. Decent shaves with some nice soaps, but the Voskhod blades are lame. Aftershaves used were Pinaud Bay Rum, Mennen's Skin Bracer, and Fine Platinum.
Here's a quick impression of each soap sample used....
Lisa's "Black Velvet" Premium: I dig the scent of this one. The SOS is close to 4/5 on the SOS scale, and I'm happy to see the scents amped up with the premium version (of the ones I've used thus far). This is definitely a masculine scent that is extremely well done. To me, it reminded me of bay, green tobacco, vetiver, and amber. Loved it! And the performance was elite status with the water at the hotel.
Wholly Kaw "Jamestown Gentleman": A pleasant scent that is quite clean. It's about a 2/5 on the SOS scale. It's nice and "refined", but kind of "meh" for me.
Mystic Water "Poggio dei Pini": Another pleasant scent but very subtle at only a 1/5 on the SOS scale. To me, "meh"; nothing very remarkable about it for me.
I'll work on getting caught up with everyone......eventually.
My Jectah is adjustable but it delivers an awesome shave for sure! Good stuff Chris.
Catching up, Chris - as always, great reads and great photos! Your shaves inspire.
Dave in KY
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Nice shaves and glad the trip went well and you got the game in along with a lot more. I like the scent of Jamestown Gentlemen too but it is too light and all but disappears for me when lathered.
Thanks, TJ. I haven't tried an adjustable injector......yet.
Thanks, Craig.
Thanks, Brad.
Thanks, Dave. And I know what you mean about the Jamestown Gentlemen and the light scent.
SR Shave #621:
It was nice using a traditional straight razor again, and I decided to go with the Ralf Aust. I also was in an Old Spice kind of mood, so went with one of my favorite soaps, "Stirling Spice".
First, I gave the RA a slight maintenance/refresh - about a dozen light laps on the 12K, then some black ark finishing. I did two passes for a satisfying DFS, but I'd like the keeness of the edge brought up a bit. Next time, I'll either spend a bit more time on the 12K and black ark, or I may drop to the 8k and proceed up. But not a bad edge; I just want a tad bit more sharpness.
The Rudy Vey w/Shavemac 2-band silvertip (not DO1) whipped up a marvelous lather. I totally dig Stirling soaps. What can I say, other than I'm a fan of them, no doubt. And I totally dig the Stirling Spice - love the scent (and performance).
Finished up with, what else? Old Spice aftershave and cologne. What a great start to the day!
It was nice using a traditional straight razor again, and I decided to go with the Ralf Aust. I also was in an Old Spice kind of mood, so went with one of my favorite soaps, "Stirling Spice".
First, I gave the RA a slight maintenance/refresh - about a dozen light laps on the 12K, then some black ark finishing. I did two passes for a satisfying DFS, but I'd like the keeness of the edge brought up a bit. Next time, I'll either spend a bit more time on the 12K and black ark, or I may drop to the 8k and proceed up. But not a bad edge; I just want a tad bit more sharpness.
The Rudy Vey w/Shavemac 2-band silvertip (not DO1) whipped up a marvelous lather. I totally dig Stirling soaps. What can I say, other than I'm a fan of them, no doubt. And I totally dig the Stirling Spice - love the scent (and performance).
Finished up with, what else? Old Spice aftershave and cologne. What a great start to the day!
A lot of Old Spice goodness there!