SOTD 5-11 August 2018

Date: 06 August 2018

Pre-shave:- Cold Water straight from the tap
Brush:- Platypus P&C LE 2017 26mm Manchurian White
Soap/Cream:- A&E ~ Summer Fig
Razor/Blade:- Karve 'C' / Vintage NOS Gillette Super Stainless (spoiler) #1
Post-shave:- Thayers Witch Hazel & Tea Tree Oil / Lucky Tiger Aftershave & Face Tonic / Lucky Tiger Face Moisturizer
Fragrance:- Proraso Wood & Spice

Monday SOTD
August 6, 2018

OneBlade Genesis V1
Feather FHS
Dorian Craft Works Galaxy Two Band
Saponificio Varesino Opuntia
Myrsol Aqua Balsamica
ADP Cedro di Taormina

Excellent looking kit amigo. But, my curiosity and questions stems from the Maseto Badger that you have. I know you have and used quite a few brushes and I've been on the fence about acquiring one. I prefer larger knots and Maseto makes a 30mm. How's the performance compared to other Silvertips you've tried? Thanks brother....

Cheers Mate,
Gus

Hi Gus,
              Thank you. The Maseto Silvertip is a 24mm but  blooms to much larger. I did have a 30mm Silvertip but it was just too big. Maybe not an issue for yourself.

I have a Maseto 24mm extra dense Finest and it's one if my favourite brushes.

I only use the the Maseto Silvertip for creams. It lacks the backbone I prefer for soaps. I prefer two band brushes for soaps. I wouldn't class it as floppy though, far from it. It's very soft and works brilliantly.

I've own Silvertip brushes from shavemac and Thäter. I had two shavemac's and sold them both. They didn't do much for me TBH. Don't know why? I know they're highly regarded but they just weren't for me. Both new owners are very happy with them though.

I've owned 3 Thäter brushes, 2 and 3 Band variants. Excellent brushes and up there with the softest I've used. Again sold all three. Nothing wrong with them. I just prefer a bit more backbone.

If you need to know anything else just ask.

Cheers
Rob

What would you say is your go to brush. Right now I’m using my Shavemac D01 2 band 28mm and I know what your saying when you sold them. Not sure if you used it consecutively for a month but damn does it get soft and the backbone just eases up a tad. I find it is not very dense though in terms of holding water after soaking and ringing. I’m always looking for a new expierence and wanted to try the Wiborg out... but I don’t think that is going to happen, and not a fan of the Maseto as I find it is insufficient for backbone I need much more than that. Looking for your thoughts and would love to hear what you’ve tried. I can tell you I haven’t tried Thater or Simpson yet I’ve been deterred from Simpson due to being advised that many of them are faulty and shed a lot. Only heard good things about thater though, haven’t pulled the trigger because I look for back bone and can’t get the right advice on them.


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Well I only have seven brushes now. My go to brush at the moment is a Zenith Manchurian. From what you've said I think it could what you're looking for. It's got great backbone and dense. It holds a load of soap but it's not a lather hog (If you know what I mean?).
It does have a bit of scritch but it's not uncomfortable.

I really like the Maseto Finest but it does shed a hair or two every other shave. For the money it holds it's own against any of the brushes I've tried.

Thäter's are great but not the brush to go to for backbone.

I have a Romera Manchurian which has a great knot. The handle looks great in photos but it's not the best finished handle. Buying direct is a pain in the arse too. I would recommend buying one of his knots though. Very dense, great backbone and very soft.

I have a lovely Elite Manchurian which has a great knot, proper gel tips. Shipping and custom fees on top made it very expensive though.

I've just sold a Simpsons Manchurian Captain in Ebony. A very good brush but it never really excited me. It didn't shed a hair either. I think Simpsons might have gone through a rough patch a while back. I haven't heard of any issues for some time.

My latest acquisition is the Brad Sears DFS LE Fan. A stunning brush. The neatest knot with the whitest tips and probably the softest brush I've ever owned.

My favourite brush is my Saponificio Varesino V.2. I tend not to use it too much as I like to savour the moment and keep it for best. I've tried most of the big names and nothing has come close. A masterpiece.

I have a few on my wishlist. A Black Eagle, El Druida and right at the top of that list is one from Declaration Grooming*. Being based in the UK is making it very difficult though.

I would recommend a Zenith though. They aren't very expensive and I really rated it.

Good luck.

*If anyone is selling one of theirs please drop me a PM.

*CG Lv-3 copper razor
*Wyzamet super iridium blade
*Paladin blonde brush
*ST fresh cut grass soap
*Florida Water Aftershave

August 6, 2018
General
Feather Super Pro
ATG LE Shavemac D01 Flat Top
Reef Point Tranquility
Fine Lavender Aftershave

Sunday August 5th shave

Warm shower
Reef Point Fugere Santal soap
Burma shave boar brush
Barbasol floating head razor
Astra SP blade
Witch hazel, aloe, vetiver skin conditioner
Aqua Velva Ice Blue aftershave

Close, enjoyable shave with the BFH, lat to post since we spent the day at our county fair. Hope you all had a great Sunday!

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6 August 2018

* Rex Ambassador
* Wizamet Iridium Super
* WSP Original 2-Band + Oscar11 Aquamarine C7
* Jabonman/Eufros Fougere
* Unrefined Shea Butter
* Bergamot/Vetiver EO

Menthol Monday SOTD



Razor: British Ever-Ready 1912
Blade: Gem PTFE SS (D5)
Brush: Nathan Clark 2-Band 28mm Envy White
Bowl: Doug Smith 5" Shaving Mug
Pre-Shave Scrub: Lisa's Invigorating Eucalyptus
Pre-Shave Balm: TSD Iced SubZero
Shave Soap: Prairie Creations DdC Alpine Snowdrift
Post: Monster Block Alum
Aftershave: Chatillon Lux Colbeck

6/8/2018
Brush Shavemac Tortoiseshell Silvertip 2B
Soap Wickham White Note L.E. SCNHG
Razor Karve D + Gillette Bleue Extra
Balm Wickham White Note L.E. SCNHG

¡Felices afeitados!
All the best.
Sandro.