Reasons why I mix my coffee with whiskey, my list of bodies I have buried in the woods, and other thoughts while shaving

[NurseDave]

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How many times? I guess you need to ask yourself that.

 

[Graybeard57]

Well, it was indeed looking good until I said that! I used to think I'd love to do a video of my shave someday, but now I'm not so sure.

I broke down and made a shave video a couple months ago. There were a couple weepers near the end.

Graybeard57's Shave Video and Other Shenanigan's

Please see Bruce's Sunday stunt shave from 11.13.2022 @Graybeard57 @woodpusher @Fenster @Spider @Majorrich @OpusX @BarberDave @NurseDave WARNING: May not be 100% PC

theshavingcadre.com

 

[Scuttlesoap]

SOTD: 01/20/2023



Razor: Tatara Muramasa
Blade: Gillette 7 O’Clock SharpEdge (Yellow), 1st use
Brush: Boti Brush Rainbow Jade Resin Badger
Bowl: Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Moonscape Brush Scuttle
Preshave: Razor Emporium Pre-Shave Soap
Soap: Arsenal Grooming Cabaret Puck
Aftershave: Arsenal Grooming Cabaret Aftershave
Balm: Soap Commander Inspiration Balm
Additional Care: Zingari Man Rescue Potion
Fragrance: Dolce & Gabbana The One EdP

D&G The One Shave Day - @GearNoir set the standard this morning! I do have to say - I love this scent - but with a grapefruit top note- how could I not?

I spent my time complaining about training - and now work karma has hit - I‘ve been assigned to complete a new subcontract- can I go back to training instead? I mean - I think it is a rule that all finance software has to suck and drive you insane. Maybe it’s a law even.

Have a great start to your weekend!

 

[GearNoir]

At least it’s Friday…so you’ll get an immediate break!

Can you subcontract your subcontract instead?

 

[Scuttlesoap]

Can you subcontract your subcontract instead?

If only . -but then I’d have to write a statement of work for that subcontract - it’s a never ending loop!

 

[Scuttlesoap]

I did forget to mention one thing - I found out that my badger brush glows in the dark! I did not know that when I bought it, just discovered that neat little tidbit today

 

[MilkCrate]

If only . -but then I’d have to write a statement of work for that subcontract - it’s a never ending loop!

I can relate … I am now assigned project management and situational leadership to get up to speed on. This is in addition to about 6 very large, high profile projects I am actively engaged in. Then there is break-fix and keeping the lights on tasks. Oh … and I get to work on goals and professional development too. Damn … no one gets out of here alive

 

[Scuttlesoap]

no one gets out of here alive

Amen Brother!

 

[Scuttlesoap]

SOTD: 01/22/2023



Razor: Karve Overlander (Brass-Rhodium)
Blade: Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Strangelet, 2nd use
Brush: Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Atomic Rocket
Bowl: Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Moonscape Brush Scuttle
Preshave: Razor Emporium Pre-Shave Soap
Soap: Alien Shave Solar Cola Puck
Aftershave: Alien Shave Solar Cola Aftershave
Balm: Zingari Man Unscented Sego Balm
Additional Care: Zingari Man Rescue Potion
Fragrance: Ralph Lauren Polo Red Extreme EdP

Caffeine based shave with cola soap & AS and a coffee note in the cologne. Smile inducing - shave…..the scent of the soap & AS are along the lines of an RC Cola…..I have to say - I own quite a few cola based scented soaps - Wickhams, Apex Alchemy, Ellys, Gingers Garden, The Sudsy Soapery and all do fantastic when it comes to the scent . For me, this one has great scent - and decent - but not great performance - but that’s what pre-shaves are for. I love the Wagner handle that I’ve used to replace the standard for the Karve Overlander - and RE did a great job with putting on a Rhodium finish.

We may do some football watching today - we got up too late to hit the slopes - so we’ll go for a walk instead.

Have a wonderful Sunday my friends!

 

[GearNoir]

Yep, the missus has mandated a game watch today also. I’m like whatever, as long as there’s snacks.

Have a good one!

 

[Scuttlesoap]

SOTD: 01/23/2023



Razor: George Ibberson Sheffield
Brush: Stirling Soap Finest Badger Green Striped
Bowl: Fendrihan Apothecary Lime Mug
Preshave: Razor Emporium Pre-Shave Soap
Soap: Ethos Grooming Bergamotto Croap
Aftershave: Ethos Grooming Bergamotto Aftershave
Balm: Zingari Man Unscented Vegan Balm
Fragrance: Dunhill Amalfi Citrus EdT

Dragonsbeard has done it again - another fantastic soap and AS. And citrus galore! Finished off with some new Dunhill Amalfi Citrus - it’s strong enough for at least inside the house - and goes really well with the soap & AS.

I know this is first world problems - but man - I’ve not had that much luck with shipping products as of late. A razor was lost in the ether, I received another package today but with the wrong item (same type but wrong sku)…..a third was shipped not only across my state - having to drive past my town - but is now on the Eastern Shore…….Geez Louise! Shipping Calgon - Take me away!

Other than that - it’s been a busy night - got a text last night from my customer ——— at 23:00 - getting a text that says Hey - it’s never a good “Hey” So three hours later were able to identify the cause of the problem but couldn’t get ahold of anyone to fix the problem. That group was in training again today - so we spent the day putting a workaround in place. but the customer is happy - or at least not angry - so I’ll take it.

But to pick up the day - Aidan had a fantastic session at music therapy - so I’ll take that any day of the week!

Have a great evening everhone!

 

[GearNoir]

Even Jack would say that was a busy 24!

 

[Scuttlesoap]

Even Jack would say that was a busy 24!
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It sure felt like it lol!

 

[Graybeard57]

Citrus enough for you, Brian?

 

[Scuttlesoap]

Citrus enough for you, Brian?

 

[MarkB]

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[Scuttlesoap]

 

[GearNoir]

 

[Scuttlesoap]

SOTD: 01/24/2023



Razor: Gillette Aristocrat
Blade: Gillette 7 O’Clock SharpEdge (Yellow), 2nd use
Brush: Oumo Brush Golden Age Ebony Badger
Bowl: Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Moonscape Brush Scuttle
Preshave: Razor Emporium Pre-Shave Soap
Soap: Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Champagne Puck
Aftershave: Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Champagne Aftershave
Balm: Barrister & Mann Le Grand Chypre Balm
Additional Care: Zingari Man Rescue Potion
Fragrance: Creed Tabarome Millésime EdP

I was debating to use the Rocnel Sailor for this shave to make it the most expensive shave ever for me - but decided to use the Aristocrat and make it classy, times gone by kind of shave. I do like this scent of the AS - I don’t get the feeling of a straight up flute of champagne - but rather envision a cocktail with it (though not punch in the face boozy)……very nice sandalwood and tobacco in the background that compliments everything and evokes a bit of decadence from the Roarin’ 20’s - and to me - I love that 1920’s - 1950’s vibe for anything.

The Tabarome (with a tip of the cap to @HMan - because it was a blind buy…..hey, play big or go home )…….is one of the most unique frags I have- I have literally never smelled anything like it. It has a nice top hit of Tangerine and Bergamot at the top, smoothed out in the middle with some ginger, and leveled off at the bottom with a tobacco, sandalwood, leather, and ambergris. I have heard it described as a posh man walking the halls of the House of Lords. It is more upscale - and the tobacco is a nice addition (along the lines of D&G Pour Homme)……there is a leather note - not overpowering at all - similar in scent to CH Men Prive).

I’m the acting chief this week - woo hoo - you get a raise, I get a raise…….wait what? We still have to have meetings and I’m powerless to stop them?? NOOOOOOOOOOO!

Have a great day everyone!

 

[GearNoir]

Don’t see that Creed mentioned often! Sounds great!