Just ordered a 5 ml sample of Beau De Jour from The Perfumed Court. Eager to try it out..
I also hedged my bets and ordered a bottle of Zino Davidoff... For $18, I'll chance a blind buy.
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Reasons why I mix my coffee with whiskey, my list of bodies I have buried in the woods, and other thoughts while shaving
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SOTD: 04/30/2022
Razor: Homelike Shaving Taiga
Blade: Gillette Sputnik, 1st use
Brush: Boti Classic Stable Wood & Orange Resin
Bowl: Fendrihan Apothecary Red Mug
Soap: Dr. Jon’s Shaving Soap Co Propaganda Puck
Aftershave: Dr. Jon’s Shaving Soap Co Propaganda Aftershave
Balm: Zingari Man Unscented Sego Balm
Additional Care: Giorgio Armani Acqua Di Gio Pour Homme EdT
Awesome shave this morning - great way to start the weekend! This is my first shave with the HLS Taiga (I had sent it off to get polished) - and it did not disappoint - right up there with my other top shavers as far as smoothness and efficiency (which you’d expect of an adjustable). There are nuances of this razor to be aware of - though it does go from 1-9 - it can go past - you could give yourself a 10mm blade gap lol. The other thing is this whole razor can be disassembled easily to do a thorough cleaning. All in all a great razor.
The soap is part of a 4 soap Dr. Jon Trilogy (you read right lol) - reminds me of my favorite book series of all time - the 5 book trilogy The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. Dr. Jon is known to do these series releases - though this one Propaganda is the only one the artisan still sells. Anyway - this series is based on the Cold War which @GearNoir is probably too young to remember (considering he doesn’t appreciate the long tradition of putting on colognes that make you smell like your Grandpa lol).
So for 3 of the 4 soaps - there is a common scent base of mandarin and sandalwood which to me, both smell fantastic together. Propaganda then adds amber to round it out - and this is my favorite of the bunch. Conquest, which was the 3rds in the series - but my second favorite adds a blackberry note. And then there is Defiance - which should have been used in the Nevada desert as part of nuclear testing - because for some reason the artisan thought putting black currant (which smells like the devil’s armpit after a 26 mile run in the desert) in it would be a good idea. Much like Grooming Dept Angel, black current was a huge mistake and should be pictured on all artisan sites as a warning to others.
Moving on, there is a 4th soap which is based again on one of my all time favorite movies, Dr. Strangelove and is called Strangelove. Now I have wanted to get this forever, just to complete the series and even though it is no longer being sold - Murphy & McNeil at least had it for sale for over a year and I didn’t pull the trigger - because I couldn’t get past the scent note - scorched earth, burning grass, and paranoia - lol. Well it would have rounded out my collection.
Well this soap and AS were fantastic and I enjoyed my start to my day.
Have a wonderful Saturday everyone!
Razor: Homelike Shaving Taiga
Blade: Gillette Sputnik, 1st use
Brush: Boti Classic Stable Wood & Orange Resin
Bowl: Fendrihan Apothecary Red Mug
Soap: Dr. Jon’s Shaving Soap Co Propaganda Puck
Aftershave: Dr. Jon’s Shaving Soap Co Propaganda Aftershave
Balm: Zingari Man Unscented Sego Balm
Additional Care: Giorgio Armani Acqua Di Gio Pour Homme EdT
Awesome shave this morning - great way to start the weekend! This is my first shave with the HLS Taiga (I had sent it off to get polished) - and it did not disappoint - right up there with my other top shavers as far as smoothness and efficiency (which you’d expect of an adjustable). There are nuances of this razor to be aware of - though it does go from 1-9 - it can go past - you could give yourself a 10mm blade gap lol. The other thing is this whole razor can be disassembled easily to do a thorough cleaning. All in all a great razor.
The soap is part of a 4 soap Dr. Jon Trilogy (you read right lol) - reminds me of my favorite book series of all time - the 5 book trilogy The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. Dr. Jon is known to do these series releases - though this one Propaganda is the only one the artisan still sells. Anyway - this series is based on the Cold War which @GearNoir is probably too young to remember (considering he doesn’t appreciate the long tradition of putting on colognes that make you smell like your Grandpa lol).
So for 3 of the 4 soaps - there is a common scent base of mandarin and sandalwood which to me, both smell fantastic together. Propaganda then adds amber to round it out - and this is my favorite of the bunch. Conquest, which was the 3rds in the series - but my second favorite adds a blackberry note. And then there is Defiance - which should have been used in the Nevada desert as part of nuclear testing - because for some reason the artisan thought putting black currant (which smells like the devil’s armpit after a 26 mile run in the desert) in it would be a good idea. Much like Grooming Dept Angel, black current was a huge mistake and should be pictured on all artisan sites as a warning to others.
Moving on, there is a 4th soap which is based again on one of my all time favorite movies, Dr. Strangelove and is called Strangelove. Now I have wanted to get this forever, just to complete the series and even though it is no longer being sold - Murphy & McNeil at least had it for sale for over a year and I didn’t pull the trigger - because I couldn’t get past the scent note - scorched earth, burning grass, and paranoia - lol. Well it would have rounded out my collection.
Well this soap and AS were fantastic and I enjoyed my start to my day.
Have a wonderful Saturday everyone!
Maybe in my wheelhouse.If I could find it again - I’d send it your way just to find out
Thanks my friend!
Damn Bolsheviks.
SOTD: 05/06/2022
Razor: Dovo 5/8” INOX Olive Wood
Brush: Yaqi Ferrari Rough Complex
Bowl: Walmart Soup Mug
Soap: Ariana & Evans Cuban Highball Puck
Aftershave: Ariana & Evans Cuban Highball Aftershave
Balm: Zingari Man Unscented Sego Balm
Additional Care: Jacques Zolty Severo EdP
So - it’s been a week for sure!
Back on track hopefully - and I do love my job, but sometimes, whew!
Love the scent of this soap and AS - probably would have been good for Cinco de Mayo - though this is rum based not tequila. Severo EdP rounds it out quite nicely!
My second Rocnel arrived yesterday - this one is an artist club. In my quest for all things heavy stainless steel - this is the pinnacle. So I started with a Karve at 98 grams and that was nice. Found the Smart Helix Apollo and at 120 grams and it’s like - ok we’ve moved up to functional fitness. Then I got my blessed Rocnel Sailor at 135 grams and I’m like - we’re full on Cross Fit dudes! But how little did I know how much room I had to go……..So the SE-50 comes in at 150 grams and yells “Do you even lift bro?”
Now as far as shaving goes - smooth as silk - perfect blend of smoothness and efficiency - very similar shave to the Blackland Vector - just with a lot more heft! Wow. This is a razor you have to let do the work if nothing for the fact that the barbell of a razor it is - it is the boss. But this is a great acquisition. I was pleasantly surprised as well - because I like polished (not glass shine) razors - and the pictures appeared sand or glass bead blasted - for a satin finish - but when i received mine - it was polished - so bonus!
Have a great day my friends!
Razor: Dovo 5/8” INOX Olive Wood
Brush: Yaqi Ferrari Rough Complex
Bowl: Walmart Soup Mug
Soap: Ariana & Evans Cuban Highball Puck
Aftershave: Ariana & Evans Cuban Highball Aftershave
Balm: Zingari Man Unscented Sego Balm
Additional Care: Jacques Zolty Severo EdP
So - it’s been a week for sure!
Back on track hopefully - and I do love my job, but sometimes, whew!
Love the scent of this soap and AS - probably would have been good for Cinco de Mayo - though this is rum based not tequila. Severo EdP rounds it out quite nicely!
My second Rocnel arrived yesterday - this one is an artist club. In my quest for all things heavy stainless steel - this is the pinnacle. So I started with a Karve at 98 grams and that was nice. Found the Smart Helix Apollo and at 120 grams and it’s like - ok we’ve moved up to functional fitness. Then I got my blessed Rocnel Sailor at 135 grams and I’m like - we’re full on Cross Fit dudes! But how little did I know how much room I had to go……..So the SE-50 comes in at 150 grams and yells “Do you even lift bro?”
Now as far as shaving goes - smooth as silk - perfect blend of smoothness and efficiency - very similar shave to the Blackland Vector - just with a lot more heft! Wow. This is a razor you have to let do the work if nothing for the fact that the barbell of a razor it is - it is the boss. But this is a great acquisition. I was pleasantly surprised as well - because I like polished (not glass shine) razors - and the pictures appeared sand or glass bead blasted - for a satin finish - but when i received mine - it was polished - so bonus!
Have a great day my friends!
Thank you Chris! I was really surprise with how much I like the razor. When I was speaking with the artisan - I had asked him if I could pay extra to polish it and he agreed, but when he was done - he said he didn’t recommend it. But when I received it - it was exactly the type of finish I like and the fact that it shave well for me - double bonusWelcome back Brian! Glad you’re still kickin
The new Rocnel sounds awesome! Similar reasons to why I like the Brass General so much, though it’s a fair bit milder it sounds like. Anyway…nice acquisition!
SOTD: 05/07/2022
Razor: Gillette Toggle
Blade: Gillette King C. Gillette, 3rd use
Brush: TonmiKo Curly Birch Badger
Bowl: Fendrihan Apothecary Red Mug
Soap: Catie’s Bubbles Eau de Thé Croap
Aftershave: Catie’s Bubbles Eau de Thé Aftershave
Balm: Zingari Man Unscented Sego Balm
Additional Care: Hugo Boss The Scent Private Accord EdT
It’s a blah, rainy day - so tea seems to be what the doctor ordered - simple but really great ”flavor” - tea, lemon, ginger. First time ever using the Toggle. Neat experience - a bit more aggressive than the Fatboy or Slim IMO - but a good shaver none the less.
Aidan and I are going to build a domino machine today as our project - hopefully it will turn out like this…….
Have a great day.
Razor: Gillette Toggle
Blade: Gillette King C. Gillette, 3rd use
Brush: TonmiKo Curly Birch Badger
Bowl: Fendrihan Apothecary Red Mug
Soap: Catie’s Bubbles Eau de Thé Croap
Aftershave: Catie’s Bubbles Eau de Thé Aftershave
Balm: Zingari Man Unscented Sego Balm
Additional Care: Hugo Boss The Scent Private Accord EdT
It’s a blah, rainy day - so tea seems to be what the doctor ordered - simple but really great ”flavor” - tea, lemon, ginger. First time ever using the Toggle. Neat experience - a bit more aggressive than the Fatboy or Slim IMO - but a good shaver none the less.
Aidan and I are going to build a domino machine today as our project - hopefully it will turn out like this…….
Have a great day.
I can see us getting carried away and putting up 1000000 dominos throughout the house lol
Ok, we have success - I’ll post a video in a little bit - we’re taking a break after the test run which was successful - it took a little longer than anticipated and Aidan wants to chill a little - but here’s the construction…..
The good news is that it came with a big bag of dominos so I think we’re in business!
Love it, that is so cool. Well done Aiden.
Thank you my friend! He’s getting good at these STEAM projects!Love it, that is so cool. Well done Aiden.
SOTD: 05/08/2022
Razor: Gillette Executive (Rhodium)
Blade: Gillette King C. Gillette, 4th use
Brush: Yaqi Mysterious Space
Bowl: Fendrihan Apothecary Black Mug
Soap: Maestro Miche Moonlight Serenade Puck
Aftershave: Wholly Kaw Monaco Royale Aftershave
Balm: Zingari Man Unscented Sego Balm.
Additional Care: Versace Blue Jeans EdT
First shave with the President - very enjoyable shave. Nice old school nods for all the scents.
I have to get Aidan a PCR COVID test as he’s having dental procedures at the hospital where they are putting him under general anesthesia. Other than that - looks to be a generally quiet day - hoping it dries up a little so I can mow the lawn.
Have a great day
Razor: Gillette Executive (Rhodium)
Blade: Gillette King C. Gillette, 4th use
Brush: Yaqi Mysterious Space
Bowl: Fendrihan Apothecary Black Mug
Soap: Maestro Miche Moonlight Serenade Puck
Aftershave: Wholly Kaw Monaco Royale Aftershave
Balm: Zingari Man Unscented Sego Balm.
Additional Care: Versace Blue Jeans EdT
First shave with the President - very enjoyable shave. Nice old school nods for all the scents.
I have to get Aidan a PCR COVID test as he’s having dental procedures at the hospital where they are putting him under general anesthesia. Other than that - looks to be a generally quiet day - hoping it dries up a little so I can mow the lawn.
Have a great day
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