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DeepSea’s Journal
- Thread starter DeepSea
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Bummer. How's the Asian Plum?
This last week has been a bit of a change for me. I switched departments at work and didn’t have to spend all of my time answering emails and signing reports. It’s quite refreshing to get outside and see the sun during the day. I’ll also get the chance to travel again which is bitter sweet. I love immersing myself in different cultures and eating new foods, but the thought of having to be away from my little girl again breaks my heart, even if it’s not for extended periods.
I’ve gotten a few more shave in with the DLC Lupo and it is now my top non-adjustable razor. I find it to be very smooth and efficient with just a touch of blade feel. The balance is spot on for me and feels quite nimble. The DLC coating seems to have a nice grip on my fingers but I don’t notice any dragging over my face. I feel that it’s a fantastic razor at its price point.
I’ve been going through my razors the last 2 weeks in preparation for a den clearing and it’s no easy feat deciding on what to let go. There are definitely a few I just don’t connect with but want to like.I’m thinking over the next 2ish weeks I’ll shave with them as make my decision what gets to stay.
SOTD:
DLC Lupo
7 O’Clock Super Platinum (4)
Really heavy synthetic brush my wife got me. (totally forget the brand)
A&E Cafe au Lait
Proraso Green Splash
I’ve gotten a few more shave in with the DLC Lupo and it is now my top non-adjustable razor. I find it to be very smooth and efficient with just a touch of blade feel. The balance is spot on for me and feels quite nimble. The DLC coating seems to have a nice grip on my fingers but I don’t notice any dragging over my face. I feel that it’s a fantastic razor at its price point.
I’ve been going through my razors the last 2 weeks in preparation for a den clearing and it’s no easy feat deciding on what to let go. There are definitely a few I just don’t connect with but want to like.I’m thinking over the next 2ish weeks I’ll shave with them as make my decision what gets to stay.
SOTD:
DLC Lupo
7 O’Clock Super Platinum (4)
Really heavy synthetic brush my wife got me. (totally forget the brand)
A&E Cafe au Lait
Proraso Green Splash
I’ve got a horrible nose for scents, but I’d call it a warm and somewhat sweet fruit scent. I enjoyed it but I’m not sure if I would buy a tub.
Auto correct definitely kills me, but in its defense, sometimes google can’t even figure out what I’m trying to spell.
Yeah, I'm not too crazy about sweet scents myself.
Yates 921-M
Gillette 7 O’Clock Black
The Body Shop Synthetic Brush
Zingari Man The Wanderer
Proraso Green Splash
The Body Shop Brush came with a tub of Maca Root cream I picked up at Marshall’s. It sat in the back of the cabinet until Tuesday when I packed it in my dopp bag for a last minute trip to PA. For something I would never have bought, this little guy worked wonders whipping up a lather, plus if I lose it I won’t be too heart broken.
Tonight’s shave was wonderful. I had a great lather and the razor and blade combo was just right. Last night’s shave, after getting home, was miserable. Lather would disappear and the Kamisori just felt super rough so I switched to my black handle super speed which felt slightly less uncomfortable.
Gillette 7 O’Clock Black
The Body Shop Synthetic Brush
Zingari Man The Wanderer
Proraso Green Splash
The Body Shop Brush came with a tub of Maca Root cream I picked up at Marshall’s. It sat in the back of the cabinet until Tuesday when I packed it in my dopp bag for a last minute trip to PA. For something I would never have bought, this little guy worked wonders whipping up a lather, plus if I lose it I won’t be too heart broken.
Tonight’s shave was wonderful. I had a great lather and the razor and blade combo was just right. Last night’s shave, after getting home, was miserable. Lather would disappear and the Kamisori just felt super rough so I switched to my black handle super speed which felt slightly less uncomfortable.
Its been a weird couple weeks at work as you can imagine. I've been somewhat on call, but end up having to go into the office for simple tasks I've been able to do from home in the past. I guess getting out of the house a bit and a change of scenery isn't such a bad thing from time to time. My nightly shave routine has really been helpful taking my mind off the pandemic if only for a short while.
This last week I've found it nearly impossible to reach for anything but the SS Lupo. Its been delivering smooth, close shaves ever time and taming blades I've deemed unusable in other razors (looking at you Bic Chrome Platinum). I still need to get my grandfather's straight send out for honing. Its been on the back burner and as much as i want to try my had with a real straight, I'm a little nervous to send it out at the present time. Plus i need to find myself a strop and learn how to use it. If anyone reading this has a recommendation for a strop to learn with I'd love to hear it!
This last week I've found it nearly impossible to reach for anything but the SS Lupo. Its been delivering smooth, close shaves ever time and taming blades I've deemed unusable in other razors (looking at you Bic Chrome Platinum). I still need to get my grandfather's straight send out for honing. Its been on the back burner and as much as i want to try my had with a real straight, I'm a little nervous to send it out at the present time. Plus i need to find myself a strop and learn how to use it. If anyone reading this has a recommendation for a strop to learn with I'd love to hear it!
MilkCrate
"I am a Milk Crate with Dreams"
For strops, they say to buy a cheap one first because you could nick or cut it. After much practice, move up to a better one.
I’ve heard these are decent to start with, but I haven’t used one.
I do love my Tony Miller plain vanilla though. I was in on a pass around of one of his heirloom strops and it was very nice. Out of my price range, but nice.
Send me a PM and I’ll see if I can’t get a practice razor sent out to ya.
I’ve heard these are decent to start with, but I haven’t used one.
Barber Leather Strop Straight Razor Sharpening Shave Shaving 2.5" X 25" LARGE | eBay
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I do love my Tony Miller plain vanilla though. I was in on a pass around of one of his heirloom strops and it was very nice. Out of my price range, but nice.
Send me a PM and I’ll see if I can’t get a practice razor sent out to ya.
Thanks MilkCrate! Can't beat the price on that strop. I'll definitely be getting one of those to learn on.For strops, they say to buy a cheap one first because you could nick or cut it. After much practice, move up to a better one.
I’ve heard these are decent to start with, but I haven’t used one.
Barber Leather Strop Straight Razor Sharpening Shave Shaving 2.5" X 25" LARGE | eBay
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Barber Leather Strop Straight Razor Sharpening Shave Shaving 2.5" X 25" LARGE at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!rover.ebay.com
I do love my Tony Miller plain vanilla though. I was in on a pass around of one of his heirloom strops and it was very nice. Out of my price range, but nice.
Send me a PM and I’ll see if I can’t get a practice razor sent out to ya.
Most inefficient shave ever
not if it's honed properly!
That is such a simple solution to get some practice in I would have never thought of it. Time to search around the back of the closet. Thanks dude!
Depending on the shape you should be able to hone it yourself with lapping film. @MilkCrate turned me onto it and it's a great, inexpensive way to get your razor back in service.
You definitely want to go cheap with your first strop, even if you get proficient with an old belt and a butter knife. It is a truly painful experience seeing a really well made strop take a career ending wound due to inattention. Having some experience with stropping doesn’t mean it won’t still happen(R.I.P. Tony Miller Notovan), but it will help give you more confidence in your technique, which makes a big difference.
Lapping film is a great and less expensive way to freshen up a straight. It is a good idea to get a well honed straight from a reliable source to give you first hand experience with a good edge so you know what to aspire to.
Lapping film is a great and less expensive way to freshen up a straight. It is a good idea to get a well honed straight from a reliable source to give you first hand experience with a good edge so you know what to aspire to.
This one unfortunately had some issues with the blade that need to be worked out. That and I’d be kicking myself if I messed it up due to sentimental value. I’ve been keeping my eyes peeled for deals at the local swap meet for something to learn to hone with, but the present situation put an immediate stop to that.
I would absolutely hate to ruin a beautiful piece of leather with my unskilled hands. I was looking at the poor man strop from whipped dog, but I think I’ll go with the even cheaper one that @MilkCrate suggested. I can be pretty hard on gear at times and for under $10 with good reviews I can’t pass it up.