GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
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GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Shave #194 (322 Open Blade Shaves) of 2019:
Gear: iKon El Jefe, Feather Pro blade, RR GC .68, Astra SP blade, 1st Anniversary TSC badger brush, Elite Puke Tub soap, generic witch hazel, Thayer’s Medicated, Fine Platinum AS, and Fine Platinum EdT to finish!
Not quite the day I had in mind today, but I’ll certainly not be denied my shave!
The week of high energy VBS caught up with the missus yesterday and services were a no go this morning, just lots of rest needed. She does the opening and closing rallies each day - dancing, music, games, motivation, etc. Unfortunately (maybe fortunately because of the heat) we won’t be doing the annual church BBQ either that will be going on in a couple hours.
Instead, we all slept in and had a chill morning. The oldest went off to a friend’s house. The younger two watched shows. Once I got moving, I did the yardwork. The missus just rested.
After yardwork and a nice refreshing shower, I had my shave! Fine gear and software all around, it went off without a hitch. The only “bad” part was that my badger has started shedding like crazy again unfortunately. Eventually I’ll likely have to figure out a way to replace the knot. I hear a lot of good things about the Golden Nib (or something like that) knots.
Hope you’re all having as chill a day as I am!
Have a blessed Sunday all!
Gear: iKon El Jefe, Feather Pro blade, RR GC .68, Astra SP blade, 1st Anniversary TSC badger brush, Elite Puke Tub soap, generic witch hazel, Thayer’s Medicated, Fine Platinum AS, and Fine Platinum EdT to finish!
Not quite the day I had in mind today, but I’ll certainly not be denied my shave!
The week of high energy VBS caught up with the missus yesterday and services were a no go this morning, just lots of rest needed. She does the opening and closing rallies each day - dancing, music, games, motivation, etc. Unfortunately (maybe fortunately because of the heat) we won’t be doing the annual church BBQ either that will be going on in a couple hours.
Instead, we all slept in and had a chill morning. The oldest went off to a friend’s house. The younger two watched shows. Once I got moving, I did the yardwork. The missus just rested.
After yardwork and a nice refreshing shower, I had my shave! Fine gear and software all around, it went off without a hitch. The only “bad” part was that my badger has started shedding like crazy again unfortunately. Eventually I’ll likely have to figure out a way to replace the knot. I hear a lot of good things about the Golden Nib (or something like that) knots.
Hope you’re all having as chill a day as I am!
Have a blessed Sunday all!
Maggard SHD knot. I'm telling you, dude. It's worth every penny.
Dave in KY
Shave Newbie
Glad you all got needed rest Chris and sorry about the knot. I was hoping you wouldn't have the same experience I had. Maggards Badgers get good reviews.
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Thanks guys. I’ll try and remember to look it up when it’s time. TGN knots are a little pricey but have many good reviews.
I just finished watching Season 1 with the missus (second time watching for me)! We’ll be starting 2 this evening!
Thanks Tim. I know...there’s got to be a better name than Puke Tub.
SteveChuckFrank
Close Enough*
Sometimes you just need a day to recharge...sometimes I need 2 or 3 lol.
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
I hear that!
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Well, “together” is relative. She’s doing homework lol. But yes, at least we’re in each other’s presence at home.
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Shave #195 (322 Open Blade Shaves) of 2019:
Gear: Sanguine Injector shavette, Supply blade, Schick M Adjustable, Schick blade, RR Big Bruce brush, Hand Soap of Questionable Origin soap, generic witch hazel/aloe blend, Thayer’s Medicated, and Myrsol Formula K to finish!
Decent shave today; a few more weepers made them selves known after the shave, but a good first shave with the Sanguine otherwise.
Gear: Sanguine Injector shavette, Supply blade, Schick M Adjustable, Schick blade, RR Big Bruce brush, Hand Soap of Questionable Origin soap, generic witch hazel/aloe blend, Thayer’s Medicated, and Myrsol Formula K to finish!
Decent shave today; a few more weepers made them selves known after the shave, but a good first shave with the Sanguine otherwise.
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
No worries! Thanks for taking the time!
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Shave #196 (322 Open Blade Shaves) of 2019:
Gear: PAL Adjustable, Schick blade, Yaqi SF synth brush, CBL Roasted Oatmeal Stout soap, generic witch hazel/aloe blend, Thayer’s Medicated, and Ogalalla Sandalwood & Bay Rum to finish!
Pretty decent shave with the PAL today. As if to make me eat my own words on the video...I shaved on setting 2 and it felt a little rough today. Life likes to humble you like that sometimes.
Back to work today. Athletes In Action is holding a youth basketball camp all week in our gym, otherwise a fairly normal work week I think.
My wife’s family’s Hula Festival is this weekend, so that adds a double layer of work for our family beginning Wednesday when setup starts. Long days and late nights. Thankfully the last number of years it’s been held locally, so we can come home each day...well at least one of us (me) has to to care for the dogs. The kids like it because they pretty much get to hang out with the extended family half the week and stay in the hotel where the event is held.
These next couple weeks are going to be killer like that!
Happy Tuesday all!
Gear: PAL Adjustable, Schick blade, Yaqi SF synth brush, CBL Roasted Oatmeal Stout soap, generic witch hazel/aloe blend, Thayer’s Medicated, and Ogalalla Sandalwood & Bay Rum to finish!
Pretty decent shave with the PAL today. As if to make me eat my own words on the video...I shaved on setting 2 and it felt a little rough today. Life likes to humble you like that sometimes.
Back to work today. Athletes In Action is holding a youth basketball camp all week in our gym, otherwise a fairly normal work week I think.
My wife’s family’s Hula Festival is this weekend, so that adds a double layer of work for our family beginning Wednesday when setup starts. Long days and late nights. Thankfully the last number of years it’s been held locally, so we can come home each day...well at least one of us (me) has to to care for the dogs. The kids like it because they pretty much get to hang out with the extended family half the week and stay in the hotel where the event is held.
These next couple weeks are going to be killer like that!
Happy Tuesday all!
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Better believe it!
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Shave #197 (322 Open Blade Shaves) of 2019:
Gear: Schick Adjustable, Schick blade, RR Big Bruce synth brush, SS Citrus & Bay soap, generic witch hazel, Thayer’s Medicated, and Bootlegger’s Bay Rum AS to finish!
Off to work in a minute for an early day. Most of it will likely be spent cleaning carpets from VBS week.
Nice mild shave this morning from the Schick M, this one is a definite must-have. Just need to remember to change the blade for the next shave, it was cutting a little sub par, had to clean up a lot.
The oldest and middle sons are off to the water park for the day with the youth group. The extended family arrives in town this afternoon to begin set up for the Hula Festival. Here we go!
Have a great Wednesday all!
Gear: Schick Adjustable, Schick blade, RR Big Bruce synth brush, SS Citrus & Bay soap, generic witch hazel, Thayer’s Medicated, and Bootlegger’s Bay Rum AS to finish!
Off to work in a minute for an early day. Most of it will likely be spent cleaning carpets from VBS week.
Nice mild shave this morning from the Schick M, this one is a definite must-have. Just need to remember to change the blade for the next shave, it was cutting a little sub par, had to clean up a lot.
The oldest and middle sons are off to the water park for the day with the youth group. The extended family arrives in town this afternoon to begin set up for the Hula Festival. Here we go!
Have a great Wednesday all!
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Two and a half days of it, plus evening jam sessions, and food/craft vendors!