SOTD Tabula Gratulatoria - May 2012

[Optometrist]

Exactly my feelings-reason I asked. While a Proraso newbie, I used the old formula this morning and definitely prefer that menthol blast which I could feel for a good hr afterwards. I've been comparing the two this week-the new version hardly does that. Haha I just started using Proraso splashes this week and I've already stashed(hoarded) a backup bottle of the old stuff - I like it that much. The new formula one might have a slightly, cleaner, fresher, less medicinal smell though, but it's subtle.

I am sure there will be some that prefer the "improved" version but I am sticking with the old and trusted one as long as I can.

[Marco]

Thank you, Marco. Yes, I love this new Simpson. Less scritch than the standard Best hair, yet same performance. I didn't ever believe I would say this but my Thater has just been relegated in to second place.

David, as a English Gentleman you should be very proud of your homeland Simpsons. These, in my opinion, are the finest badgers in the World. I personally love both the Best grade of hair and the Super 3 band (Silvertip). My Dukes and Chubbies are the Gold Standard to which I compare anything else.

[shm]

Your famous SOTD shots is what motivated/inspired me to contribute. This also includes other SOTD shot contributers too. BTW how is the lather from the Nanny's Silly Soap Lemony Lime with Goat's Milk? Does the added goat milk help?

I don't think the goat milk improves the latherability, on the contrary I think it takes a little more work to get a good lather. But I think the goat milk is added for its moisturizing properties more than to help the lather properties.

Great colours and arrangement, Soren!

Thank you very much Maestro

[Optometrist]

David, as a English Gentleman you should be very proud of your homeland Simpsons. These, in my opinion, are the finest badgers in the World. I personally love both the Best grade of hair and the Super 3 band (Silvertip). My Dukes and Chubbies are the Gold Standard to which I compare anything else.

And furthermore, Marco, the customer service is exceptional too, which in today's world is something not always present.

[UngerWoo]

The "Golden touch" looks beautiful in this pic!

Thank you, Marco.

[UngerWoo]

13/16 Toyo "Scheon Burg" #777, Full Hollow Ground, Square Point
Imperial Shave Pegasus III Strop
Custom Simpson Duke 3 Silvertip (3-Band)
L'Occitane Cade Soap
Cold Water Rinse
New Proraso Splash
Houbigant Fougere Royale

Beautiful shot, David.

[Optometrist]

Beautiful shot, David.

Thank you, Matt

[Optometrist]

Early morning shave as I head out to the airport...

You were certainly living dangerously this morning, Bill. Using Arlington when in a hurry.....you may have missed that plane enjoying this soap! Great pic also!

[Optometrist]

Palmolive - Semogue 1520 - Henkotsu Kamisori - Dr Harris Marlborough

*couldn't decide on which picture so you folk get two for the price of one

I see your dilemma, Keith. Two brilliant pics.

[hitemfrank]

I see your dilemma, Keith. Two brilliant pics.

Thanks David.

I'm really liking your recent pictures. Yesterday's was great.

[Optometrist]

Thanks David.

I'm really liking your recent pictures. Yesterday's was great.

Thanks, Keith. It's amazing what a bit of editing can do!

[fonthunter]

Let's open the SOTD Tabula Gratulatoria of May 2012 with these stunning shots of our B&B SOTD fans! Thank you so much, Gentlemen!

Thank you Marco!

[fonthunter]

You love Castle Forbes Lavender, Bela, I know it. It is wonderful stuff for sure. Great shave and shot!

Thanks David!
Cheers,
Béla

[Optometrist]

Good morning friends!

PREP: Floïd Sandolor Pre Shave Gel
BRUSH: 24 mm Shavemac D01 Extra Silver Tip 2 Band Version
SOAP/CREAM: Acqua Di Parma Collezione Shaving Cream
SCUTTLE / BOWL: Fitjar Lathering Up Shaving Bowl
MAXTERPIECE: Carl Friedrich ERN "ATOR" (w/ Bolivian rosewood scales)
STROP: Kanayama Cordovan #60000
SHAVE: 2 passes, WTG/XTG
AS: Acqua Di Parma Collezione After Shave Balm
COLOGNE: Acqua Di Parma Colonia Intensa
RESULT: Awesome shave

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Have a nice week,
Béla

From start to finish, an incredibly fine shave, Bela!

[Optometrist]

Merkur Progress 500
with Gillette/Wilkinson (1)
Mühle Best Badger Brush
Weleda SC
Weleda ASB

Have a nice day!

Sunday morning bliss, my friend. Amazing pic as always!

[fonthunter]

From start to finish, an incredibly fine shave, Bela!

Thank you David!

[shm]

Beautiful razor and a great photo.
It looks almost like you colour-coordinated your shave today

What a great shot
The reflections are really great and emphasized by keeping it in B&W.

The master of reflections in action once again
Your photos makes me want to experiment and practice some more with reflections

[fonthunter]

Beautiful razor and a great photo.
It looks almost like you colour-coordinated your shave today

Thank you for the kind words Søren!
Cheers,
Béla

[Optometrist]

Sunday

Music
LeAnn Rimes

Hardware
Bukhave Scuttle
H.L. Thäter Bruyére Silvertip
Gillette Fat Handled Tech with Derby Extra (51)

Software
TOBS Lemon & Lime Shaving Cream
Myrsol Agua De Limón
Ferrari Black EDT
Have a nice and relaxing Sunday, Gentlemen

51 shaves with that Derby blade, Soren?!! That's going something!!

[Optometrist]

What a great shot
The reflections are really great and emphasized by keeping it in B&W.

Thanks, Soren. Oddly enough, I don't set out to get the reflections. I just arrange, then move the camera around at different angles. If a reflection occurs, then all the better.