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Rich's Journal: Adventures with Life and Sharp things
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What this unsavory fellow said! I really enjoyed your video. I add some effects to mine just because I pretend to be creative. Fact of the matter...I probably shouldn't waste my time doing them!
DE Shave Gravity 1 Rich 0 :
DE Shave: Straight Shave #309
Razor: Gillette Aristocrat / Gillette Rubie (4)
Soap: Sterling Island Man
Brush: Sterling Badger
Scuttle: Crown King
AS/EdT: Sterling Island Man
Sound track: None
Respectfully Submitted,
Rich
DE Shave: Straight Shave #309
Razor: Gillette Aristocrat / Gillette Rubie (4)
Soap: Sterling Island Man
Brush: Sterling Badger
Scuttle: Crown King
AS/EdT: Sterling Island Man
Sound track: None
Respectfully Submitted,
Rich
I Simply had to try:
Straight Shave #310
Razor: 6/8 Dorko Inox 172
Brush: Sorrentino Limited edition TSC Tuxedo
Soap: Sterling Iced Pineapple
Scuttle: Crown King
AS/EdT: Sterling Iced Pineapple
Sound track: None
The Stuff: This Dorko has a crack on the beauty side right at the rivet. I'm thinking it can be repaired with the right stuff. My speculation is complete disassembly and fitting a brass liner on that side. I'm pretty sure the medallions and fancy stuff can't be transferred. I did some freshening of the edge, but with the sketchy scale I didn't do much. The Sorrentino needs no introduction. It's performance and overall design puts it among the pantheon of my favorite brushes. Finally, of course, Iced Pineapple. Nuff' said.
The Shave: I was feeling pretty desperate for a shave and it had to be a straight shave. I reasoned my middle finger isn't as involved in the grip on a Straight as with a DE. In practice however, I found some of my usual strokes were more difficult and awkward but still doable. The Dorko is sufficiently sharp to do the job, but is certainly not what I would consider having a stellar edge yet. After repairs, either by me or should I farm the repairs to more practiced hands, this razor will need some ministrations on the stone to make it the performer it's moniker implies. I made an attempt to E-W across my chin and ended up with a Kirk Douglas style blip. Aside from that little hiccup, I was able to get a CCS in three passes. Sterling A/S finishes the shave and feel satisfied that I can work in a straight shave on occasion.
Comments: I certainly put in a good effort for this shave, but know that DE's and Jectah's are in my future for a little while longer. Since I discontinued PT on my hand the pain is significantly reduced, but mobility is as well. I am encouraged by my being able to struggle through a long blade shave to scratch that itch as needed.
Respectfully Submitted,
Rich
Pics were taken, but there is a rift between my Laptop and my phone. They are not on speaking terms.
Straight Shave #310
Razor: 6/8 Dorko Inox 172
Brush: Sorrentino Limited edition TSC Tuxedo
Soap: Sterling Iced Pineapple
Scuttle: Crown King
AS/EdT: Sterling Iced Pineapple
Sound track: None
The Stuff: This Dorko has a crack on the beauty side right at the rivet. I'm thinking it can be repaired with the right stuff. My speculation is complete disassembly and fitting a brass liner on that side. I'm pretty sure the medallions and fancy stuff can't be transferred. I did some freshening of the edge, but with the sketchy scale I didn't do much. The Sorrentino needs no introduction. It's performance and overall design puts it among the pantheon of my favorite brushes. Finally, of course, Iced Pineapple. Nuff' said.
The Shave: I was feeling pretty desperate for a shave and it had to be a straight shave. I reasoned my middle finger isn't as involved in the grip on a Straight as with a DE. In practice however, I found some of my usual strokes were more difficult and awkward but still doable. The Dorko is sufficiently sharp to do the job, but is certainly not what I would consider having a stellar edge yet. After repairs, either by me or should I farm the repairs to more practiced hands, this razor will need some ministrations on the stone to make it the performer it's moniker implies. I made an attempt to E-W across my chin and ended up with a Kirk Douglas style blip. Aside from that little hiccup, I was able to get a CCS in three passes. Sterling A/S finishes the shave and feel satisfied that I can work in a straight shave on occasion.
Comments: I certainly put in a good effort for this shave, but know that DE's and Jectah's are in my future for a little while longer. Since I discontinued PT on my hand the pain is significantly reduced, but mobility is as well. I am encouraged by my being able to struggle through a long blade shave to scratch that itch as needed.
Respectfully Submitted,
Rich
Pics were taken, but there is a rift between my Laptop and my phone. They are not on speaking terms.
8-18-18 :
DE Shave: Straight Shave #309
Razor: Gillette Old Type with Fat Handle / Gillette Black (1)
Soap: B&M Cool
Brush: Sta-Set badger
Scuttle: Crown King
AS/EdT: Bay Rum
Sound track: None
The Stuff: Old Type head with fat handle combine for a little bit more aggressive shave than the Tech. Sample of B&M is very predictable in performance.
The Shave: A couple of weepers kept this shave from DFS. I also recorded this shave and it is in the Video section for your viewing pleasure
Comments: Dang! I am so lazy this is partially copied from a previous shave!
Respectfully Submitted,
Rich
DE Shave: Straight Shave #309
Razor: Gillette Old Type with Fat Handle / Gillette Black (1)
Soap: B&M Cool
Brush: Sta-Set badger
Scuttle: Crown King
AS/EdT: Bay Rum
Sound track: None
The Stuff: Old Type head with fat handle combine for a little bit more aggressive shave than the Tech. Sample of B&M is very predictable in performance.
The Shave: A couple of weepers kept this shave from DFS. I also recorded this shave and it is in the Video section for your viewing pleasure
Comments: Dang! I am so lazy this is partially copied from a previous shave!
Respectfully Submitted,
Rich
I think I’ve invented a new word! “Scabsicles” I checked the mug and saw what looked like whiskers. They were in fact little stalagtites of scab that just appeared to be whiskers that broke right off and no visible wound beneath! Must have been a very slow seep.
Got a day or two behind...sorry Rich...but caught up now. Glad the fat handle is working out for you. I have a Rubberset brush just like yours, but needs some serious work. I thought that I was going to to the work myself, but will likely just send it off at some time. As to the introduction of a new vocabulary word...
No worries. I've been recycling some photos myself due to time constraints.