Sounds like a good plan to me.
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Steve's Journal: The Saga Continues....
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SteveChuckFrank
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Shave Time!
Saturday
Razor: Black Handle Super Speed
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (19)
Brush: Sorrentino Caramel Swirl Synthetic
Soap: CBL SIR Fougere
AS: Skin Bracer
Sunday
Razor: Black Handle Super Speed
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (20)
Brush: Sorrentino Caramel Swirl Synthetic
Soap: Stirling Hipster
AS: Stirling Hipster
Swapped out razors and went with my Gillette Black Handle Super Speed. The Wilkinson Sword seems to be a very good match for this razor as well, and that’s great since this is one of my favorite razors. I’m beginning to think this is either the best blade choice for me, or I have a freak blade that matches with whatever razor I put it in and won’t die. Either way I’m not complaining!
Willie World:
A trip to Grandmom and Grandpop’s house today means extra snacks!
In Other News...
The wife and I started Letterkenney on Hulu last night. Holy crap is it funny! Really dumb humor but delivered so well with ridiculous characters. We’ll be finishing this one for sure.
Tomorrow should be a busy day at work with one person returning from COVID quarantine and a new hire starting. Let’s hope nothing crazy happens!
Saturday
Razor: Black Handle Super Speed
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (19)
Brush: Sorrentino Caramel Swirl Synthetic
Soap: CBL SIR Fougere
AS: Skin Bracer
Sunday
Razor: Black Handle Super Speed
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (20)
Brush: Sorrentino Caramel Swirl Synthetic
Soap: Stirling Hipster
AS: Stirling Hipster
Swapped out razors and went with my Gillette Black Handle Super Speed. The Wilkinson Sword seems to be a very good match for this razor as well, and that’s great since this is one of my favorite razors. I’m beginning to think this is either the best blade choice for me, or I have a freak blade that matches with whatever razor I put it in and won’t die. Either way I’m not complaining!
Willie World:
A trip to Grandmom and Grandpop’s house today means extra snacks!
In Other News...
The wife and I started Letterkenney on Hulu last night. Holy crap is it funny! Really dumb humor but delivered so well with ridiculous characters. We’ll be finishing this one for sure.
Tomorrow should be a busy day at work with one person returning from COVID quarantine and a new hire starting. Let’s hope nothing crazy happens!
SteveChuckFrank
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Extra treats always win in Willie’s book!
MilkCrate
"I am a Milk Crate with Dreams"
Mine too 
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
SteveChuckFrank
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Pretty much haha. This has been in the back of mind since the first person came back.You mean “OK...who’s next?” Right?
Just make sure the new guy never allegedly made love to an ostrich.
SteveChuckFrank
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SteveChuckFrank
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Shave Time!
Monday
Razor: Black Handle Super Speed
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (21)
Brush: Sorrentino Caramel Swirl
Soap: Stirling Hipster
AS: Stirling Hipster
Tuesday
Razor: Black Handle Super Speed
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (22)
Brush: Sorrentino Caramel Swirl
Soap: WSP Mahogany
AS: WSP Mahogany
I had a repeat shave on Monday and switched up the software today. Still getting some great shaves out of this Wilkinson Sword. I can't believe there hasn't been any sign of slowing yet. I'm thinking this is either a fluke, or I have found my be all end all blade.
Willie World:
Cold weather pooping sucks.
In Other News...
Off to play in the Philly yard tomorrow. The fun never ends...
Monday
Razor: Black Handle Super Speed
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (21)
Brush: Sorrentino Caramel Swirl
Soap: Stirling Hipster
AS: Stirling Hipster
Tuesday
Razor: Black Handle Super Speed
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (22)
Brush: Sorrentino Caramel Swirl
Soap: WSP Mahogany
AS: WSP Mahogany
I had a repeat shave on Monday and switched up the software today. Still getting some great shaves out of this Wilkinson Sword. I can't believe there hasn't been any sign of slowing yet. I'm thinking this is either a fluke, or I have found my be all end all blade.
Willie World:
Cold weather pooping sucks.
In Other News...
Off to play in the Philly yard tomorrow. The fun never ends...
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
I can relate Willie! Being the first one to grace the porcelain throne in the mornings sucks!
for Willie or for you?
SteveChuckFrank
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Shave Time!
Wednesday
Razor: Gillette Fatboy Setting 5
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (23)
Brush: Sorrentino Caramel Swirl
Soap: WSP Tobacco (Rustic Formula)
AS: Clubman
Thursday
Razor: Gillette Fatboy Setting 3
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (24)
Brush: PAA Starcraft Synthetic
Soap: Southern Witchcraft Necromancer
AS: Avon Spicy
Friday
Razor: Gillette Fatboy Setting 3
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (25)
Brush: PAA Starcraft Synthetic
Soap: Razorock What The Puck Blue
AS: Aqua Velva Ice Blue
Saturday
Razors: Cowboy Dubl Duck/Fatboy
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (26)
Brush: Sorrentino Caramel Swirl
Soap: Proraso Single Edge Wood & Spice
AS: Clubman Whiskey Woods/LNHC Barbershop balm
Straight Shave:
I’ve been pretty busy with work and haven’t updated the journal in a few days. A lot of nice shaves were had and the Wilkinson Sword is still going stronk!
My sister’s bf sent me a few soaps he either wasn’t really using, or has an in to replace at almost no cost. First up was Southern Witchcraft’s Necromancer. A nice sweet floral scent. Not something I’d use everyday but still pleasant. The performance on the soap holds up with any other top tier soap I’ve used. I’ll definitely be on the lookout for an everyday scent from them.
Second was Razorock’s What The Puck Blue. I had an issue getting the lather to the right consistency, but I think it was user error. The scent on this is fantastic. Not sure how to describe it, but I like it a lot.
The PAA Starcraft brush was sent along with the soaps, as he had 2. Apparently when he initially ordered it, it was lost in the mail so they sent a second one out. One day they both showed up. So here we are lol. The brush is nice and performs as well as any other synthetic. The handle is nice in hand, and has a somewhat retro look to it I think.
I also received this on Friday:
I pulled the trigger on this Tony Miller Steerhide Plain Vanilla last week. It. Is. Nice. Really quick draw on the leather. The craftsmanship is superb. Couldn’t be happier with it. So naturally I had to have a straight shave yesterday. It went well aside from a misstep on the chin while planning out my attack on the next stroke. I didn’t realize how close the razor was to my face and when I moved my hand to adjust, I put a nice 1” slice in my chin. It sealed up quickly though. Otherwise, I still need to work on my angles and technique, but I’m still progressive. Even after not straight shaving during the One Blade Challenge.
Willie World:
Another lazy weekend in the books.
In Other News...
Tomorrow is the wife’s birthday, so the FIL is making a special birthday dinner tonight. King crab legs and steak!
Wednesday
Razor: Gillette Fatboy Setting 5
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (23)
Brush: Sorrentino Caramel Swirl
Soap: WSP Tobacco (Rustic Formula)
AS: Clubman
Thursday
Razor: Gillette Fatboy Setting 3
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (24)
Brush: PAA Starcraft Synthetic
Soap: Southern Witchcraft Necromancer
AS: Avon Spicy
Friday
Razor: Gillette Fatboy Setting 3
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (25)
Brush: PAA Starcraft Synthetic
Soap: Razorock What The Puck Blue
AS: Aqua Velva Ice Blue
Saturday
Razors: Cowboy Dubl Duck/Fatboy
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (26)
Brush: Sorrentino Caramel Swirl
Soap: Proraso Single Edge Wood & Spice
AS: Clubman Whiskey Woods/LNHC Barbershop balm
Straight Shave:
I’ve been pretty busy with work and haven’t updated the journal in a few days. A lot of nice shaves were had and the Wilkinson Sword is still going stronk!
My sister’s bf sent me a few soaps he either wasn’t really using, or has an in to replace at almost no cost. First up was Southern Witchcraft’s Necromancer. A nice sweet floral scent. Not something I’d use everyday but still pleasant. The performance on the soap holds up with any other top tier soap I’ve used. I’ll definitely be on the lookout for an everyday scent from them.
Second was Razorock’s What The Puck Blue. I had an issue getting the lather to the right consistency, but I think it was user error. The scent on this is fantastic. Not sure how to describe it, but I like it a lot.
The PAA Starcraft brush was sent along with the soaps, as he had 2. Apparently when he initially ordered it, it was lost in the mail so they sent a second one out. One day they both showed up. So here we are lol. The brush is nice and performs as well as any other synthetic. The handle is nice in hand, and has a somewhat retro look to it I think.
I also received this on Friday:
I pulled the trigger on this Tony Miller Steerhide Plain Vanilla last week. It. Is. Nice. Really quick draw on the leather. The craftsmanship is superb. Couldn’t be happier with it. So naturally I had to have a straight shave yesterday. It went well aside from a misstep on the chin while planning out my attack on the next stroke. I didn’t realize how close the razor was to my face and when I moved my hand to adjust, I put a nice 1” slice in my chin. It sealed up quickly though. Otherwise, I still need to work on my angles and technique, but I’m still progressive. Even after not straight shaving during the One Blade Challenge.
Willie World:
Another lazy weekend in the books.
In Other News...
Tomorrow is the wife’s birthday, so the FIL is making a special birthday dinner tonight. King crab legs and steak!
SteveChuckFrank
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Thanks Chris!Great update Steve!
Free crab and steak?! I’d say that’s a happy birthday for everyone!
Yeah the FIL goes all out for everyone’s birthday dinners. It’s always a nice treat!
No kidding lol.Great update Steve!
Free crab and steak?! I’d say that’s a happy birthday for everyone!
I love my Tony Miller strops. He is a fantastic craftsman.
SteveChuckFrank
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Shave Time!
Sunday
No shave
Monday
Razor: Gillette Fatboy Setting 3
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (27)
Brush: Tech Hive Synthetic
Soap: Stirling Hipster
AS: Stirling Hipster
Tuesday
Razor: Gillette Fatboy Setting 3
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (2)
Brush: Tech Hive Synthetic
Soap: Stirling Hipster
AS: Stirling Hipster
Forgot to post the last few shaves. I took Sunday and today off just to save some time in the morning, but otherwise it was just a repeat Monday and Tuesday. 2 great shaves with a great scent!
The Wilkinson Sword is still doing its thing. No signs of weakness so far!
Willie World:
Yesterday the temps here reached the mid 60’s so Willie went for a much needed stroll after the wife got gone from work. Today is supposed to hit 70 so I’m sure he’ll get another walk around the neighborhood.
In Other News...
We swapped out loaders at the Philly yard this morning and let’s just say it wasn’t the best start to the day...there may or may not have been a little bump into the truck that dropped it off. He was cool about it though since nothing was damaged. Hopefully the rest of the day goes a little smoother.
Sunday
No shave
Monday
Razor: Gillette Fatboy Setting 3
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (27)
Brush: Tech Hive Synthetic
Soap: Stirling Hipster
AS: Stirling Hipster
Tuesday
Razor: Gillette Fatboy Setting 3
Blade: Wilkinson Sword (2)
Brush: Tech Hive Synthetic
Soap: Stirling Hipster
AS: Stirling Hipster
Forgot to post the last few shaves. I took Sunday and today off just to save some time in the morning, but otherwise it was just a repeat Monday and Tuesday. 2 great shaves with a great scent!
The Wilkinson Sword is still doing its thing. No signs of weakness so far!
Willie World:
Yesterday the temps here reached the mid 60’s so Willie went for a much needed stroll after the wife got gone from work. Today is supposed to hit 70 so I’m sure he’ll get another walk around the neighborhood.
In Other News...
We swapped out loaders at the Philly yard this morning and let’s just say it wasn’t the best start to the day...there may or may not have been a little bump into the truck that dropped it off. He was cool about it though since nothing was damaged. Hopefully the rest of the day goes a little smoother.
