Shave of the Day - 12/31

Dove Men's Face Wash

Col. Conk Bay Rum Shave Soap

Semogue 1305 Boar Brush

Schick M Adjustable

Schick Stainless Steel

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

It was a good shave. The last one of the old year. Col. Conk Bay Rum SS and Semogue 1305 made a great lather for two passes leaving me near BBS. A cold water rinse followed by Thayers Cucumber WH and Pinaud Clubman left me cool and refreshed. Happy new year everyone.

Col. Conk Amber Shave Soap

I got some Col. Conk Amber Shave Soap today to add to my rotation. I have been saving an empty push-up deodorant container for this little project. I cut the soap into pieces, put it in the container, and heated it briefly in the microwave. I printed out a label and labeled it. Now I have a good travel soap.

My first shave with this soap is scheduled for January 4. I will report on the shave then. This makes my tenth soap in the rotation.

Shave of the Day - 12/30

Dove Men's Face Wash

Kiss My Face Cool Mint Moisture Shave

Frank Shaving Finest Badger

Schick M Adjustable

Schick Stainless Steel

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS

The Frank Shaving finest badger face-lathered KFM Cool Mint very nicely. I love this "moisture shave" cream. Two passes and a little touch-up on the neck left me clean and smooth. A cold water rinse followed by Thayers Cucumber WH and Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS was the icing on the cake for this fine shave. Only one shave left in this year.

Shave of the Day - 12/29

Dove Men's Face Wash

Van Der Hagen Luxury Shave Soap

Parker Pure Badger

Schick M Adjustable

Schick Stainless Steel

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

The VDH Luxury shave soap lathered well with the Parker pure badger brush. Two passes with the Schick M adjustable left me with a near BBS shave. I finished it off with a cold water rinse, Thayers Cucumber WH, and Pinaud Clubman AS. I'm feeling clean, smooth, and refreshed.

Shave of the Day - 12/28

Dove Men's Face Wash

Williams Mug Shaving Soap

Semogue 1305 Boar Brush

Schick M Adjustable

Schick Stainless Steel

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS

It was another fine shave with the Williams Mug Shaving Soap. My favorite boar brush, the Semogue 1305, did an excellent job of face-lathering. Two pass is all it took with the Schick M adjustable to make me smooth, clean, and refreshed. I finished off with a cold water rinse followed by Thayers Cucumber WH and Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS. Aaahh!

Shave of the Day - 12/27

Dove Men's Face Wash
Van Der Hagen Deluxe Shave Soap
Frank Shaving Finest Badger
Schick M Adjustable
Schick Stainless Steel
CWR
Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel
Pinaud Clubman AS

I guess most of my shaves could be regarded as cheap shaves, but they are also great shaves. The VDH Deluxe shave soap face lathers great with any brush, but especially with my Frank Shaving finest badger. I only needed two passes with my Schick M Adjustable to get a near BBS shave. I finished off with Thayers Cucumber WH and Pinaud Clubman AS. I am cool, clean, and refreshed.

Shave of the Day - 12/26

Dove Men's Face Wash

Cella Shave Cream

Parker Pure Badger

Schick M Adjustable

Schick Stainless Steel

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS

The Cella is a nice shave cream. Face-lathered with the Parker pure badger and did two passes and touch-ups on the neck with the Schick M adjustable. After a cold water rinse, I finished off this fine shave with Thayers Cucumber WH and Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS.

Shave of the Day - 12/25

Happy Christmas, Everyone

Dove Men's Face Wash

Proraso Green Shave Cream

Semogue 1305 Boar Brush

Schick M Adjustable

Schick Stainless Steel

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

It was a very nice Christmas shave. The Proraso Green face-lathered nicely and gave off a wonderful cool sensation. Two passes with The Schick M adjustable left me clean, smooth, and refreshed. Finished off with cold water rinse, Thayers Cucumber WH, and Pinaud Clubman AS.

Shave of the Day - 12/24

Dove Men's Face Wash
Col. Conk Lime Shave Soap
Frank Shaving Finest Badger
Schick M Adjustable
Schick Stainless Steel
CWR
Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel
Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS

Another fine shave with my Schick M Adjustable. The Colonel came through as well. The Frank Shaving brush face-lathered the Colonel for two passes with no need for touch-ups. I finished off with Thayers Cucumber WH and then Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS. I'm clean, smooth, and refreshed. All ready for Christmas.

Shave of the Day - 12/23

Dove Men's Face Wash

Col. Conk Bay Rum Shave Soap

Parker Pure Badger

Schick M Adjustable

Schick Stainless Steel

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

Today's shave was very pleasant. The Schick blade is holding up well, and the Col. Conk Bay Rum smelled great. Two passes and no need for touch-ups. Finished off with Thayers Cucumber WH and Pinaud Clubman AS.

Shave of the Day - 12/22

Dove Men's Face Wash

TOBS Lavender Shaving Cream

Semogue 1305 Boar Brush

Schick M Adjustable

Schick Stainless Steel

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS

It was a great two pass near BBS shave with the TOBS Lavender SC face-lathered with the Semogue 1305. The Schick M did a masterful job of removing unwanted stubble. After a CWR, I finished off with Thayers Cucumber WH and Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS.

Shave of the Day - 12/21

Dove Men's Face Wash

Kiss My Face Cool Mint Moisture Shave

Frank Shaving Finest Badger

Schick M Adjustable

Schick Stainless Steel

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

I face-lathered with the KMF Cool Mint and the Semogue 1305 boar brush. Two passes and touch-ups on the neck with the Schick M left me near BBS. Finished off with Thayers Cucumber WH and Pinaud Clubman AS. 

Shave of the Day - 12/20 - Happy Birthday, Tim

Dove Men's Face Wash

Van Der Hagen Luxury Shave Soap

Parker Pure Badger

Schick M Adjustable

Schick Stainless Steel

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS

I am liking the VDH Luxury soap more and more. The Parker badger face-lathered it very well. Two passes and neck touch-ups with the Schick M left me with a near BBS shave. Thayers Cucumber WH and Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS were icing on the cake. Cool, clean, and refreshed I am.

Shave of the Day - 12/19

Dove Men's Face Wash

Van Der Hagen Deluxe Shave Soap

Semogue 1305 Boar Brush

Schick M Adjustable

Schick Stainless Steel

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

Second day shaving with the new countertop and sink. I am liking the new height. Much easier on the back. Today's shave was another great, near BBS shave.

Shave of the Day - 12/18

Dove Men's Face Wash

Williams Mug Shaving Soap

Frank Shaving Finest Badger

Schick M Adjustable

Schick Stainless Steel

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

This is the first shave with my new counter top and sink. I raised the counter 3.5 inches, and now my back feels much better. It was an excellent shave.

Shave of the Day - 12/17

Dove Men's Face Wash

Proraso Green Shave Cream

Parker Pure Badger

Schick M Adjustable

Schick Stainless Steel

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

I love the Proraso Green. The Parker pure badger brush did a good job with two face-lathers and clean-up on the neck. The Schick M continues to be a marvel of shaving wonder. I finished off this close comfortable shave with Thayers Cucumber WH and Pinaud Clubman AS. I am clean, refreshed, and ready to go. The wife and I will be attending Christmas at the Cove: Behold the Lamb of God this evening. 

Shave of the Day - 12/16

Dove Men's Face Wash

Cella Shave Cream

Frank Shaving Finest Badger

Schick M Adjustable

Schick Stainless Steel

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS

I just want to sing the praises of my Schick M adjustable. If I could only use one razor, I think this would be my choice. It is so easy to use, and the shaves are awesome. I enjoy using my GEMs and Gillettes, but this particular Schick may be the best of all. I may be settling down with it at least until next year. Today's shave was one of the best. I'm feeling clean, smooth, and refreshed.

Shave of the Day - 12/15

Dove Men's Face Wash

Col. Conk Lime Shave Soap

Semogue 1305 Boar Brush

Schick M Adjustable

Schick Stainless Steel

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

Today, I have switched to the Schick M adjustable for the next cycle of shave. Wow! The Semogue 1305 boar brush is my favorite boar, and it did a remarkable job of face-lathering the Col. Conk Lime soap. Two passes and clean-up on the neck with the Schick stainless steel blade was a delight. This Schick M is the best razor I have for getting under my nose. The length and shape of the handle make this a razor that is easy to maneuver. I finished off with a cold water rinse followed by Thayers Cucumber WH and Pinaud Clubman AS. I am feeling clean, smooth, and refreshed. 

Shave of the Day - 12/14

Dove Men's Face Wash

Col. Conk Bay Rum Shave Soap

Parker Pure Badger Brush

Gillette Fat-handled Tech

Bluebird Hi-Stainless Platinum (9)

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS

The Parker pure badger brush face-lathered the Col. Conk Bay Rum to provide two passes and clean-up for the Gillette Fat-handled tech. This was the ninth shave for the Bluebird Hi-stainless platinum blade, and I must say it has done the job. After another near BBS shave, I am retiring this blade. I could probably get a few more shaves out of it, but I want to leave on good terms with the Bluebirds. I finished off this great shave with Thayers Cucumber WH and Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS. I am clean, I am smooth, and I am refreshed.

Shave of the Day - 12/13

Dove Men's Face Wash

TOBS Lavender Shaving Cream

Frank Shaving Finest Badger

Gillette Fat-handled Tech

Bluebird Hi-Stainless Platinum

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

The Frank Shaving finest badger did an excellent job face-lathering the TOBS Lavender SC. Two passes and touch-ups on the neck and jawline with the Gillette Fat-handled tech and the Bluebird Hi-stainless blade left me with a BBS shave. Finished it off with Thayers Cucumber wH and Pinaud Clubman AS. 

Shave of the Day - 12/12

Dove Men's Face Wash

Van Der Hagen Luxury Shave Soap

Semogue 1305 Boar Brush

Gillette Fat-handled Tech

Bluebird Hi-Stainless Platinum (7)

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS

This was shave seven with the Bluebird Hi-stainless Platinum blade. After the Dove face wash, I face-lathered with the Van Der Hagen luxury shave soap and the Semogue 1305 boar brush. Two passes and touch-ups on the neck left me with a near BBS shave. I finished off with Thayers Cucumber WH and Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS. I am clean, refreshed and happy.

Shave of the Day - 12/11

Dove Men's Face Wash

Kiss My Face Cool Mint Moisture Shave

Parker Pure Badger

Gillette Fat-handled Tech

Bluebird Hi-Stainless Platinum (6)

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

I did a two pass shave with the KMF Cool Mint Moisture Shave. I face-lathered with the Parker pure badger brush. This was shave number six with the Bluebird Hi-Stainless Platinum blade. The Gillette Fat-handled Tech came through again. It is such an easy razor to use. I finished off this near BBS shave with Thayers Cucumber WH and Pinaud Clubman AS.

Shave of the Day - 12/10

Dove Men's Face Wash

Van Der Hagen Deluxe Shave Soap

Frank Shaving Finest Badger

Gillette Fat-handled Tech

Bluebird Hi-Stainless Platinum (5)

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS

A very nice shave today started with the Dove Men's Face Wash. I applied some Rise Shaving Cream and a pre-shave followed by a hot face cloth to open the pores. The Frank Shaving finest badger face-lathered the Van Der Hagen Deluxe shave soap for two passes and a clean-up on the neck. This was the fifth shave with the Bluebird blade in the Gillette Fat-handled tech. I ended it off with a cold water rinse followed by Thayers Cucumber WH and Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS. I got a near BBS shave. 

Shave of the Day - 12/9

Dove Men's Face Wash

Williams Mug Shaving Soap

Semogue 1305 Boar Brush

Gillette Fat-handled Tech

Bluebird Hi-Stainless Platinum (4)

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

The williams Mug Shaving Soap face-lathered very well with the Semogue 1305 boar brush. This was shave 4 for the Bluebird Hi-Stainless Platinum blade with the Gillette fat-handled tech, and it ended with two passes and touch-ups to make it a near BBS shave. I topped it off with Thayers Cucumber WH and Pinaud Clubman AS.  am clean and refreshed.

Shave of the Day - 12/8

Dove Men's Face Wash

Cella Shave Cream

Parker Pure Badger Brush

Gillette Fat-handled Tech

Bluebird Hi-Stainless Platinum (3)

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS

The Cella Shave Cream provided a nice protective cushion with the Parker pure badger brush. After two passes and touch-ups with the Gillette Fat-handled Tech I was clean and smooth. It was a near BBS shave. Finished it off with Thayers Cucumber WH and Aqua Velva AS. 

Shave of the Day - 12/7

Dove Men's Face Wash

Proraso Green Shave Cream

Frank Shaving Finest Badger

Gillette Fat-handled Tech

Bluebird Hi-Stainless Platinum (2)

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

The Proraso Green face-lathered great with the Frank Shaving Finest Badger brush. Two passes and touch-ups with the Gillette Fat-handled Tech with the Bluebird Hi-Stainless blade left me clean and smooth, a near BBS shave. Finished off with Thayers Cucumber WH and Pinaud Clubman AS. This was my second shave with the Bluebird, and I am happy so far. This may turn out to be a really good blade for me.

Shave of the Day - 12/6

First Shave with Bluebird

Dove Men's Face Wash
Col. Conk Lime Shave Soap
Semogue 1305 Boar Brush
Gillette Fat-handled Tech
Bluebird Hi-Stainless Platinum (1) (First Shave)
CWR
Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel
Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS

The Semogue 1305 brush did an excellent job on face-lathering the Col. Conk lime shave soap. Two passes and touch-ups with the Gillette fat-handled tech and Bluebird Hi-Stainless Platinum blade left me with a near BBS shave. This is my first shave with a Bluebird (made in Turkey), and I really liked it. We will see how long it will last. As always, feeling clean and refreshed. 

Shave of the Day - 12/5

Dove Men's Face Wash

Col. Conk Bay Rum Shave Soap

Parker Pure Badger 

GEM Micromatic Bullet-Tip

GEM Super Stainless

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

The Col. Conk Bay Rum soap, face-lathered with the Parker pure badger brush, provided the necessary cushion and slickness for two passes and some touch-ups on the neck. The GEM MMBT easily removed the whiskers leaving me with a near BBS shave. Finished off with Thayers Cucumber WH and then Pinaud Clubman AS. Now I am clean and refreshed. I will be setting aside the MMBT for my Gillette fat-handled tech tomorrow. 

Shave of the Day - 12/4

Dove Men's Face Wash
TOBS Lavender Shaving Cream
Frank Shaving Finest Badger
GEM Micromatic Bullet-Tip
GEM Super Stainless
CWR
Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel
Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS

TOBS Lavender SC created a smooth creamy lather with the Frank Shaving badger brush. Two passes and touch-ups on the neck left me clean and smooth with a near BBS shave. That cream/brush combination is hard to beat. I finished off this great shave with Thayers Cucumber WH and then Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS. In my mind I kept hearing the jingle, "There's something about an Aqua Velva man!"

Shave of the Day - 12/3

Dove Men's Face Wash

Van Der Hagen Luxury Shave Soap

Semogue 1305 Boar Brush

GEM Micromatic Bullet-Tip

GEM Super Stainless

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

The Van Der Hagen Luxury shave soap face-lathered very well with the Semogue 1305 boar brush. Two passes with the GEM MMBT and touch-ups on the neck left me clean and smooth. I finished off with Thayers Cucumber WH and Pinaud Clubman AS. 

Shave of the Day - 12/2

Dove Men's Face Wash
Kiss My Face Cool Mint Moisture Shave
Parker Pure Badger Brush
GEM Micromatic Bullet-Tip
GEM Super Stainless
CWR
Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel
Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS

The KMF is becoming one of my favorites. I did two passes and touch-ups with the Parker pure badger brush. The lather is cool and refreshing. The GEM MMBT gave me a near BBS shave, and I finished off with Thayers Cucumber WH and Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS. I am clean, smooth, and refreshed. Nice...

Shave of the Day - 12/1

Dove Men's Face Wash

Van Der Hagen Deluxe Shave Soap

Frank Shaving Finest Badger

GEM Micromatic Bullet-Tip 

GEM Super Stainless

CWR

Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel

Pinaud Clubman AS

The Frank Shaving finest badger did an excellent of making a great face-lather with VDH deluxe shave soap. Two passes and touch-ups with the MMBT gave a near BBS shave. Finished off with Thayers Cucumber WH and Pinaud Clubman AS. 

Leather Travel Case

This Parker genuine leather travel case is just the thing for protecting my razor when traveling. It will accommodate any of my double edged razors, even my Parker 60R which has a 4 inch handle. It seems to be well made and compact.