Shave Time!
A step back in the right direction...
Razor: Stirling DE3P6
Blade: Parker
Brush: Stirling Kong Synthetic
Soap: Fine Vetiver
AS: Nivea Sensitive Balm
After Chad’s “bad” blade segment on the Parker, I really wanted to revisit the Parker blades. I had previously used a Parker but it was well before I had my little technique breakthrough about 2 months ago. Against my better judgment, I loaded one into the Stirling DE. I really don’t want to give up on this razor, and I figured the only way to dial it in is to use it right?
So I ended up with a great BBS shave above the jaw, and some moderate irritation, multiple weepers, and a DFS on the neck. So I’ve come to 2 conclusions:
1. The Parker blade is definitely a keeper. When I had my angle dialed in I couldn’t even feel the blade. It cut like butter. I firmly believe the Fine Vetiver also contributed to this, but the Parker cut through 2 days growth with no zissues. If I had stopped at 2 passes I’d probably have a better quality shave though.
2. I really need to figure my neck out. After today’s shave it’s obvious that I can use this razor effectively when I know how to dial it in. I just need to keep working on the neck. I guess the Tech II is so mild that I’ve been able to use less than optimal technique on the neck and get away with it.
I’ll also add that the Fine Vetiver was excellent. A great performer, and a great scent. It definitely reminds me of a scent from my youth, but I can’t quite place it.
In Other News:
I have my second listing officially as of yesterday. It’s a fixer upper...needs be fixed waaaay up haha. But it’ll be a good learning experience. Also a cool property. It was originally the carriage house for the fire department in the town back when they still used a horse and buggy.
Willie Update:
Still doing good. He’s still very wobbly but getting stronger. You can tell when he’s having good days and bad days, but he’s starting to learn that he can’t run around like a maniac yet. He’s getting used to hang time on the couch!
