The Degenerate Kamisori with that faux tortoise goes sooooo good with the Tabac setup!

Welcome. I can appreciate this approach. When I first started with straights, I had no idea what I was doing. All I knew was that a good shave was possible, I already had stones for my woodworking tools, and I was working on a budget.

My first brush and first soap were pure trash. No slickness to be found in the soap, and the brush seemed to irritate my skin more than a bad shave did. This really forced me to dial in both my shaving technique and my honing. After some time, patience, and blood, I was getting really good shaves and really good edges.

The first time I tried a good brush with an artisan soap, it blew my mind. I went from really good shaves, to fantastic shaves. Always leaving the experience smooth, hydrated and refreshed.

All this to say again: I appreciate the approach and glad to have you here. I'll be looking forward to how it develops.

9/8/24

• Brush: Muninn Woodworks w/ V19 Fanchurian
• Razor: Iberia 14 Doble Temple 8/8, Extra Hollow Square Point
• Lather: Noble Otter - BarrBarr
• Post Shave: Noble Otter - BarrBarr Aftershave Splash
• Fragrance: Noble Otter - BarrBarr EdP

Day 6 of my journey through barbershops.

Today, my wife and I celebrate our 14th Anniversary. So for today, I went with my wife's (and possibly my) favorite barbershop. Along with the Iberia 14.

I just recently made and installed these new Weru scales and topped it off with a brass wedge. I'm loving the look and feel.

The Frameback saga has been pushed back 1 day.

You most certainly do!

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7/28/24

• Brush: Farvour Turn Crafts w/ C&H v12 Fanchurian
• Razor: Raido Star 10/8, Full Hollow French Point
• Lather: Chicago Grooming Co. - Caoba
• Post Shave: Chicago Grooming Co. - Caoba Aftershave Splash

This set showed up yesterday, alongside Armonia.

First time whiffing the scent and I thoroughly enjoy it. Dark and spicy, there's a lot in here I enjoy. I need to grab the EdP. u/gcgallant you will probably really enjoy this one, if you haven't checked it out already.

This 10/8 made by Roman Kamlash is probably the 2nd best shaver in my den. To some, the size seems intimidating, but really it's super comfortable to handle and very easy to index. Some may struggle with keeping no pressure, as it is as heavy as an 8/8 near wedge. If you're comfortable with that facet of technique, however, it shaves like a dream. Roman's steel is top notch and rivals just about any out there, new or old.

Close and comfortable shave, no nicks or irritation.

7/27/24

• Brush: Muninn Woodworks w/ C&H V19 Fanchurian
• Razor: Iberia 14 Doble Temple 8/8, Extra Hollow Square Point
• Lather: Chicago Grooming Co. - Armonia
• Post Shave: Chicago Grooming Co. - Armonia Aftershave Splash

I just had this Armonia set land today, courtesy of u/chicagogroomingco, for my LG prize. Thank you again, Vida!

The scent is very nice, with a lot of tobacco leading the way, which I was hoping it would. Darkwing is super slick and pairing it with the Iberia is always a treat.

Close and comfortable shave, no nicks or irritation.

7/24/24

• Brush: Muninn Woodworks w/ C&H V19 Fanchurian
• Razor: J.A. Henckels Friodur 472 6/8, Full Hollow Square Point
• Lather: Abbate y La Mantia - Don Josè
• Post Shave: House of Mammoth - Kryptonite Aftershave Splash

I ended up being super busy and didn't have a chance for a shave until late. Even now I'm pressing it. I'll be brief.

This was my first time with AYLM. I had a little trouble building my lather on my first pass. I think I under loaded. The chill was strong, but not too strong. The scent was better than I was anticpating. Not overpowering or, in a way, synthetic(?) smelling, like candies. It was pleasant and fits summer well. This could be a good scent for hitting a summer BBQ.

My second pass I loaded more and had better results. Primary and residual slickness were there. Nothing that wow'd me, necessarily, but nothing to complain about. If I wasn't in a rush, I'm sure I could have gotten more out of it. Luckily, I have enough to try again.

My Splash pairing was less about scent pairing and more about vibe. It was just great summer scents all around. The scents did pair nicely, but that's just coincidence!

Overall, good shave. I wish I hadn't been in a hurry.

I'm looking forward to my shave this evening after a hot day outside!

That's a really nice shave! I almost went with RS and a 14 also, but I've been sitting on some Spanish soap all LG. My hand was forced.