SOTD : Saturday 30th December 2017 - Friday 5th January 2018.

A great, great shave from this beautiful blade. Happy new year all!

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H.Diamond #50
OSP Grapefruit & Menthol
Cadman 27/50 Hannon

Absolutely terrific shave, the grind on this blade is phenomenal, the whiskers crackle as they come off!
 
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Vulfix Grosvenor 404
Gillette Rocket HD
Wilkinson Sword (2)
Extro Pirata
Alum Block, BBA Post Shave Balm & Extro Pirata

Great shave today, loaded from the tub as opposed to my usual scooping a little out, overloaded and had far too much lather. Really love all the Extro products I have tried so far, could happily stick to using Extro & Stirling every day.
 
Wednesday 3rd January
Zenith 507 TS
Rose of Bulgaria Cream
Giles Scuttle
GEM Micromatic Clog Pruf
GEM SSC #7
Alum Wash
Rose of Bulgaria A/S
Lacura Moisturiser
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This lovely shave was originally planned for yesterday. But I was too upset due to our beloved cat Miranda having to be put to sleep on New year's Day. Her other back leg suffered the same affliction which resulted in the amputation last July. This gave us no other choice.
 
Wednesday 3rd January
Zenith 507 TS
Rose of Bulgaria Cream
Giles Scuttle
GEM Micromatic Clog Pruf
GEM SSC #7
Alum Wash
Rose of Bulgaria A/S
Lacura Moisturiser
sHRznQj.jpg

This lovely shave was originally planned for yesterday. But I was too upset due to our beloved cat Miranda having to be put to sleep on New year's Day. Her other back leg suffered the same affliction which resulted in the amputation last July. This gave us no other choice.

Sorry to hear of your loss. Pets add so much to our lives that they become family members.


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Wednesday 3rd January
Zenith 507 TS
Rose of Bulgaria Cream
Giles Scuttle
GEM Micromatic Clog Pruf
GEM SSC #7
Alum Wash
Rose of Bulgaria A/S
Lacura Moisturiser
sHRznQj.jpg

This lovely shave was originally planned for yesterday. But I was too upset due to our beloved cat Miranda having to be put to sleep on New year's Day. Her other back leg suffered the same affliction which resulted in the amputation last July. This gave us no other choice.
A superb set up Arthur. I love Rose of Bulgaria.

I am saddened to hear of your loss my friend. I too know the devastation and heartache losing a beloved pet causes.
I understand it is early days but my only advice would be to look towards bringing a new kitten home into your family perhaps at a later date?
It certainly worked for me.

Take care
Wayne,
 
Wednesday 3rd January
Zenith 507 TS
Rose of Bulgaria Cream
Giles Scuttle
GEM Micromatic Clog Pruf
GEM SSC #7
Alum Wash
Rose of Bulgaria A/S
Lacura Moisturiser
sHRznQj.jpg

This lovely shave was originally planned for yesterday. But I was too upset due to our beloved cat Miranda having to be put to sleep on New year's Day. Her other back leg suffered the same affliction which resulted in the amputation last July. This gave us no other choice.
So sorry to hear of this sad news, I'm sure she gave you many years of happiness. P.
 
Wednesday 3rd January
Zenith 507 TS
Rose of Bulgaria Cream
Giles Scuttle
GEM Micromatic Clog Pruf
GEM SSC #7
Alum Wash
Rose of Bulgaria A/S
Lacura Moisturiser
sHRznQj.jpg

This lovely shave was originally planned for yesterday. But I was too upset due to our beloved cat Miranda having to be put to sleep on New year's Day. Her other back leg suffered the same affliction which resulted in the amputation last July. This gave us no other choice.

Sorry to hear that Arthur,times a great healer my friend.
 
Wednesday 3rd January
Zenith 507 TS
Rose of Bulgaria Cream
Giles Scuttle
GEM Micromatic Clog Pruf
GEM SSC #7
Alum Wash
Rose of Bulgaria A/S
Lacura Moisturiser
sHRznQj.jpg

This lovely shave was originally planned for yesterday. But I was too upset due to our beloved cat Miranda having to be put to sleep on New year's Day. Her other back leg suffered the same affliction which resulted in the amputation last July. This gave us no other choice.


I am very sorry to hear of your sad loss Arthur.

I am still reeling from the loss of my best friend Basher, my Staffordshire Bull Terrier a little over four months ago. I feel your pain.
 
Wednesday 3rd January
Zenith 507 TS
Rose of Bulgaria Cream
Giles Scuttle
GEM Micromatic Clog Pruf
GEM SSC #7
Alum Wash
Rose of Bulgaria A/S
Lacura Moisturiser
sHRznQj.jpg

This lovely shave was originally planned for yesterday. But I was too upset due to our beloved cat Miranda having to be put to sleep on New year's Day. Her other back leg suffered the same affliction which resulted in the amputation last July. This gave us no other choice.
Sorry for the loss of your beloved pet @Electrif .

Today's shave:
Valobra stick
24mm Plissoft knot set in Commodore X3 handle
Mongoose B3 / Feather Super (3)
Aloe Vera Gel
Lalique Hommage à l'Homme EDT
 
Wednesday 3rd January
Zenith 507 TS
Rose of Bulgaria Cream
Giles Scuttle
GEM Micromatic Clog Pruf
GEM SSC #7
Alum Wash
Rose of Bulgaria A/S
Lacura Moisturiser
sHRznQj.jpg

This lovely shave was originally planned for yesterday. But I was too upset due to our beloved cat Miranda having to be put to sleep on New year's Day. Her other back leg suffered the same affliction which resulted in the amputation last July. This gave us no other choice.
Sorry to hear of your loss. Losing a close member of the family is hard to come to terms with but as @patw said, time is a great healer.
The memories which cause pain now, will bring joy eventually.
 
Wednesday 3rd January
Zenith 507 TS
Rose of Bulgaria Cream
Giles Scuttle
GEM Micromatic Clog Pruf
GEM SSC #7
Alum Wash
Rose of Bulgaria A/S
Lacura Moisturiser
sHRznQj.jpg

This lovely shave was originally planned for yesterday. But I was too upset due to our beloved cat Miranda having to be put to sleep on New year's Day. Her other back leg suffered the same affliction which resulted in the amputation last July. This gave us no other choice.
Sorry to hear of your loss. Pets give so much love & affection never take us for granted, and give us great companionship.
 
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Pre: Bulldog Face wash and BBA Pre shave oil.
Razor #1: J.A. Henkal Friodur 72.5
Razor #2: Gem Micromatic Clog Pruf
Blade: Gem SS #4
Brush: Simpsons 2xl Best Badger "The Colonel"
Soap: The Sudsey Soapery Almond & Vanilla
Scuttle: Giles
Post: Alum & P&B Unscented Balm.
EDT: Joop

A single pass with the straight and a single pass using the Clog Pruf with slight buffing to the chin left me with an irritation and trouble free BBS shave.

I wanted to try Sudsey Soap for the first time as it was recommended to me for its slickness.
My theory being this will help the straight in particular.
I was not left disappointed. Thank you @Boru62 for the heads up. You were spot on there Kevin. ;)
The slickness is truly amazing, the Friodur glided around my face. Cushion is good and the scent is pungent. Post shave feel is top draw.

First use of my newly acquired Simpson brush and what a great bowl latherer it is. Plenty of backbone and soft enough tips, it whipped up a warm rich lather with the smallest of effort.
I am also fond of the handles ergonomics. Makes swirling your brush around your bowl an easy task.

Finished with a generous splash of Joop and I am good to go.

Enjoy your shaves! :)
 
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