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Doug's Journal of Shaving Happiness v2.0
- Thread starter dkeester
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dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #187
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Williams modern soap
Razor: Karve Christopher Bradley DE w/ C Plate
Blade: Astra SP (1)
Brush: WCS 26mm Tortoiseshell Silvertip badger
Soap/Cream: CBL Cigar Shop Cowboy (16)
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Witch Hazel
AS 2: Aqua Velva Sensitive 5-in-1 ASB
AS 3: Pinaud Clubman SR
Fragrance: none
Overview
The Karve razor is a nice piece of hardware
SOTD Pic
none
Shave Quality
Today's lather was great. The CBL is rapidly disappearing, but the WCS Silvertip did good work. My neck had a little more irritation than usual.
Gear
The Karve razor is a nice heavy razor. I like the solid brass construction. I will need to try out more of the plates. The C wasn't bad, but perhaps there is one that is better for me.
Other Thoughts
It was a nice Saturday.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Williams modern soap
Razor: Karve Christopher Bradley DE w/ C Plate
Blade: Astra SP (1)
Brush: WCS 26mm Tortoiseshell Silvertip badger
Soap/Cream: CBL Cigar Shop Cowboy (16)
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Witch Hazel
AS 2: Aqua Velva Sensitive 5-in-1 ASB
AS 3: Pinaud Clubman SR
Fragrance: none
Overview
The Karve razor is a nice piece of hardware
SOTD Pic
none
Shave Quality
Today's lather was great. The CBL is rapidly disappearing, but the WCS Silvertip did good work. My neck had a little more irritation than usual.
Gear
The Karve razor is a nice heavy razor. I like the solid brass construction. I will need to try out more of the plates. The C wasn't bad, but perhaps there is one that is better for me.
Other Thoughts
It was a nice Saturday.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Less, I think. But I want to try them all.
Dave in KY
Shave Newbie
Nice shave Doug. A "B" plate would be easy enough to get from a BST probably. Sorry if the plates aren't working for you. You may after dialing in like the "C" though
Very nice Doug! How many shaves do you think you have left with the CBL?
Especially since the University of Georgia lost!!!!
SteveChuckFrank
Close Enough*
Nice shave Doug!
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Part of the issue is the weight of the razor. It is quite hefty. Today's shave with the C plate was better. I may just need to dial it in a bit.
2-4. I am down to the final crescent of soap.
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #188
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Williams modern soap
Razor: Karve Christopher Bradley DE w/ C Plate
Blade: Astra SP (2)
Brush: WCS 26mm Tortoiseshell Silvertip badger
Soap/Cream: CBL Cigar Shop Cowboy (17)
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Witch Hazel
AS 2: Aqua Velva Sensitive 5-in-1 ASB
AS 3: Pinaud Clubman SR
Fragrance: none
Overview
The Karve razor is a nice piece of hardware
SOTD Pic
none
Shave Quality
Another great shave with the Karve, WCS SilverTip, and CBL CSC. The lather was great. The C plate was less irritating. It was a great shave overall.
Gear
The Karve is going to take some getting used to. The weight is different than I am used to. Also, the bare brass has a different level of friction on my face. I am getting good shaves from it. It may just take some time to start getting amazing shaves from it. I can see why this is such a popular item. It is a high quality product.
Other Thoughts
We are supposed to be getting snow today. It is in the 30's, but it is sunny and clear out. We shall see if the snow comes or not.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Williams modern soap
Razor: Karve Christopher Bradley DE w/ C Plate
Blade: Astra SP (2)
Brush: WCS 26mm Tortoiseshell Silvertip badger
Soap/Cream: CBL Cigar Shop Cowboy (17)
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Witch Hazel
AS 2: Aqua Velva Sensitive 5-in-1 ASB
AS 3: Pinaud Clubman SR
Fragrance: none
Overview
The Karve razor is a nice piece of hardware
SOTD Pic
none
Shave Quality
Another great shave with the Karve, WCS SilverTip, and CBL CSC. The lather was great. The C plate was less irritating. It was a great shave overall.
Gear
The Karve is going to take some getting used to. The weight is different than I am used to. Also, the bare brass has a different level of friction on my face. I am getting good shaves from it. It may just take some time to start getting amazing shaves from it. I can see why this is such a popular item. It is a high quality product.
Other Thoughts
We are supposed to be getting snow today. It is in the 30's, but it is sunny and clear out. We shall see if the snow comes or not.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #189
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Williams modern soap
Razor: GIllette D2 TV Special Flare Tip Super Speed
Blade: Crown SS (1)
Brush: WCS 26mm Tortoiseshell Silvertip badger
Soap/Cream: CBL Cigar Shop Cowboy (18)
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Witch Hazel
AS 2: Aqua Velva Sensitive 5-in-1 ASB
AS 3: Pinaud Clubman SR
Fragrance: none
Overview
A new to me blade in my TV Special.
SOTD Pic
none
Shave Quality
The Flare Tip punished my face a bit today with the Crown SS blade, but I am seriously BBS right now. I think the Crown blade could be a good blade for me. The lather was per usual for CBL. The WCS badger brush makes an more airy lather than my other brushes. Perhaps that is partially due to being at the bottom of this tub. I will have to give the brush some more break-in time. It does feel rather good on my face, however.
Gear
My Flare Tip Super Speeds take real work and focus for me to not get a rough shave. There are many razors that I have which shave better, but I love the look and feel in my hand of these vintage beauties.
The Crown Super Stainless is definitely worth trying again. It seems to be a nice blade.
Other Thoughts
I am definitely feeling valued today.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Williams modern soap
Razor: GIllette D2 TV Special Flare Tip Super Speed
Blade: Crown SS (1)
Brush: WCS 26mm Tortoiseshell Silvertip badger
Soap/Cream: CBL Cigar Shop Cowboy (18)
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Witch Hazel
AS 2: Aqua Velva Sensitive 5-in-1 ASB
AS 3: Pinaud Clubman SR
Fragrance: none
Overview
A new to me blade in my TV Special.
SOTD Pic
none
Shave Quality
The Flare Tip punished my face a bit today with the Crown SS blade, but I am seriously BBS right now. I think the Crown blade could be a good blade for me. The lather was per usual for CBL. The WCS badger brush makes an more airy lather than my other brushes. Perhaps that is partially due to being at the bottom of this tub. I will have to give the brush some more break-in time. It does feel rather good on my face, however.
Gear
My Flare Tip Super Speeds take real work and focus for me to not get a rough shave. There are many razors that I have which shave better, but I love the look and feel in my hand of these vintage beauties.
The Crown Super Stainless is definitely worth trying again. It seems to be a nice blade.
Other Thoughts
I am definitely feeling valued today.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Pics are in the "New Brush" thread.
SteveChuckFrank
Close Enough*
Those WCS brushes are usually reasonably priced too. I’ve thought about grabbing one a few times but never pulled the trigger.
You are are always valued here Doug!
You are are always valued here Doug!