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I think you did some great detecting work through searches, and found something that makes a favorite even better for you! Well Done.

I think you did some great detecting work through searches, and found something that makes a favorite even better for you! Well Done.

Thanks Eric, it will no doubt be pulled for more uses going forward than it already was.

Wednesday August 2, 2023
Razor: Gillette New LC/CG Hammered Handle
Blade: Wizamet
Brush: Trotter/Badger
Soap: Areffa Steel Credo
AS 1: Witch Hazel
AS 2: Ethos Fresh Lime SFS
Fragrance:
Consecutive Daily Shaves - # 1,731

This particular base is made with Bear Tallow

Thursday August 3, 2023
Razor: ABC Shell
Blade: Wizamet
Brush: Lutin/Badger
Soap: Boellis Panama 1924
AS 1: Witch Hazel
AS 2: Ethos Fresh Lime SFS
Fragrance:
Consecutive Daily Shaves - # 1,732

Thursday August 3, 2023
Razor: ABC Shell
Blade: Wizamet
Brush: Lutin/Badger
Soap: Boellis Panama 1924
AS 1: Witch Hazel
AS 2: Ethos Fresh Lime SFS
Fragrance:
Consecutive Daily Shaves - # 1,732

Did you like the container for loading Bluegrass?

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Thursday August 3, 2023
Razor: ABC Shell
Blade: Wizamet
Brush: Lutin/Badger
Soap: Boellis Panama 1924
AS 1: Witch Hazel
AS 2: Ethos Fresh Lime SFS
Fragrance:
Consecutive Daily Shaves - # 1,732

Did you like the container for loading Bluegrass?

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That's a definitely plus for this for sure. Up again for tomorrows shave  Thanks for "slumming it" over here in my Journal

Friday August 4, 2023
Razor: Schick Type"F" Injector
Blade: Injector
Brush: Knothead Brush Works/Timberwolf
Soap: Boellis Panama 1924
AS 1: Witch Hazel
AS 2: Nivea 2 into 1 Splash
Fragrance:
Consecutive Daily Shaves - # 1,733

So I wanted a chance to use the soap with a Synthetic brush to be sure I didn't over hydrate it with water fom the Badger yesterday. Nope, it's a typical Italian soap, which isn't bad.....it's just different. It's a thinner lather and by the 3rd pass can get an airiness and drying effect. If you add more water, it thins out to a disappearing act. It just is what it is. It still does the job and actually gives a nice cleanly rinsed feeling after the shave which I like. I like soft skin but not if it means my skin feels oily or like it has a coating/film on it. I like the scent which isn't so strong that it is in your face but it is there when you pause to think about it and is a pleasant Almond with just a touch of Cherry. Another positive is the LARGE diameter ceramic coffer which is artistic in itself too. It holds the massive 250g (8.8 oz) of soap. Factor all this with the luxury feel and you have to decide for yourself if it is worth the price. I like nice things but am frugal too so I'm on the fence on it's worth to me. Am I glad I got it ? Yes, thanks Tommy TommyCarioca I would always be wondering about it and close to pulling the trigger as I was up until I did. No more wondering. Time to just enjoy it for what it is. Hope all have a great day !

Nice write-up Dave in KY, and lovely photo too.  Art and functionality both have their own kind of value.

Nice write-up Dave in KY, and lovely photo too.  Art and functionality both have their own kind of value.

Thanks Mike !

Saturday August 5, 2023
Razor: Clark's Improved King
Blade: Gem SS
Brush: Graydog Cocobolo/Synbad
Soap: MacDuff's Prairie Rum Runner
AS 1: Witch Hazel
AS 2: Rooster's Nest Bourbon Bay Rum
Fragrance:
Consecutive Daily Shaves - # 1,734