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JL 52’s 2025 Shave Log - (Recovering From Severe Case of RAD)
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All I gotta say is, with such good content, a fresh shave, and a clean mug, if you are single, it won’t be for long!
The Timeless Al was a nice one again Justin! I didn’t notice before (my bad) that you use alum to finish off the shave.
I usually skip that part and after rinsing apply my balm. Alum makes my skin dry out too fast and too much.
I don’t use aftershave either. Just balm. I recently got Head Blade’s Head Lube matte. Very quick absorption, no stickiness, no overly closure of pores. Nice stuff. But Proraso worked just as well for me.
I usually skip that part and after rinsing apply my balm. Alum makes my skin dry out too fast and too much.
I don’t use aftershave either. Just balm. I recently got Head Blade’s Head Lube matte. Very quick absorption, no stickiness, no overly closure of pores. Nice stuff. But Proraso worked just as well for me.
What might I search for to find it?
Search for @ JustShaves (no space) on YT. I linked the video, but it seems that was a nono. Good content!
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Thanks again for recommending it @ErkRusselReserve
I goofed up and didn't think to check the B&B policy before sharing the YT channel that I started. I started it with intent of sharing educational videos rather than having monetization in mind, so the potential conflict just didn't cross my mind. Nevertheless, I understand the need of policy and will fully respect it. I'll continue to upload videos on the YT channel, and will continue to use this thread to highlight/summarize my off-camera shaves.
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I've heard that complaint about Alum from others as well; I haven't had any issues with it drying out my skin but that's probably because I shower so quickly after using it. I don't swear by it and think it's critical for everyone, but it's helpful for me just to gauge how closely I just shaved.
I'll make another video detailing my post shave treatment soon. I'll have to try out the Head Blade Head Lube you mentioned. Nivea's Post Shave Balm has been my main to-go. Nivea also has an after shave splash that I use as well but mainly for when I shave earlier in the day; it dries quickly enough that I can easily follow-up with my usual SPF face lotion (also by Nivea).
Good point. I have a separate sun screen lotion for that. HeadBlade has one with SPF s as well, but I first wanted to try their product before diving all in.
Showers and shaves are two worlds apart for me. I’d I shower my face doesn’t like to be shaved. At all. Head is fine, but I tend to first shave and then shower like you.
Cheers,
Guido
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I've used Nivea's balm and then remembered that I was leaving the house to go somewhere, applying the SPF face lotion afterwards still works fine. But when I use Nivea's splash it dries in what feels like less than a minute and it doesn't feel like I'm awkwardly mixing two products when I reach for the SPF lotion.
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Woohoo!! Glad it arrived OK.Just arrived from Florida, looking forward to trying it out in another day or so. I should really see about renaming this thread, I guess I’m not done buying razors
Looking forward to your review.
Enjoy it!!
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Entry #22 - 2/15/2025
Just had my maiden voyage shave with the Brass Overlander and holy smokes! I think it’s a keeper. I knew it was going to be smooth and comfortable, but I was surprised by how efficient it was. I have plenty of other more efficient options in my den, but none that are close to this level of comfort. I was reminded of the Colonial CR7 in terms of the very low blade feel, but the extra weight of the Overlander (110 grams) only made the experience even smoother. My ending shave results were more than satisfactory.
Just had my maiden voyage shave with the Brass Overlander and holy smokes! I think it’s a keeper. I knew it was going to be smooth and comfortable, but I was surprised by how efficient it was. I have plenty of other more efficient options in my den, but none that are close to this level of comfort. I was reminded of the Colonial CR7 in terms of the very low blade feel, but the extra weight of the Overlander (110 grams) only made the experience even smoother. My ending shave results were more than satisfactory.
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I also pulled the trigger on Blackland’s new batch 002 offering this morning as well. They released 90 units at 10:00am and it was sold out before noon!
Happy it works for you!Entry #22 - 2/15/2025
Just had my maiden voyage shave with the Brass Overlander and holy smokes! I think it’s a keeper. I knew it was going to be smooth and comfortable, but I was surprised by how efficient it was. I have plenty of other more efficient options in my den, but none that are close to this level of comfort. I was reminded of the Colonial CR7 in terms of the very low blade feel, but the extra weight of the Overlander (110 grams) only made the experience even smoother. My ending shave results were more than satisfactory.
That makes it a worthwhile purchase. I mentioned that it was super smooth and efficient but I couldn't
get pass the lack of blade feel.
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You and me both my friend! I was worried it wouldn’t be efficient enough for me but I was pleasantly surprised! I think I’m finding that I’m torn on blade feel and maybe prefer it on some days but also appreciate the razors that manage to still be efficient without it. The Ti Blackbird is my overall favorite razor and it has a ton of blade feel; the Overlander was the polar opposite in terms of blade feel and I like them both.
I noticed the same thing when I did that side-by-side with the Timeless Al and the Colonial CR7.
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Entry #23 - 2/17/2025
Was pressed for time this morning and decided to skip my bowl and try out the ARKO stick for the first time. The ARKO stick has to be one of the quickest and easiest lathers out there, after one use it’s fighting for a spot in my travel kit roster.
Did my first pass with the TiBlackbird and a Personna lab blue (4), shave wasn’t as smooth as usual but I’m blaming the blade being on its last use and me maybe not getting the right amount of water in my lather. No issues beyond that however.
Switched to the Karve Overlander for an easy and comfortable second pass.
Was pressed for time this morning and decided to skip my bowl and try out the ARKO stick for the first time. The ARKO stick has to be one of the quickest and easiest lathers out there, after one use it’s fighting for a spot in my travel kit roster.
Did my first pass with the TiBlackbird and a Personna lab blue (4), shave wasn’t as smooth as usual but I’m blaming the blade being on its last use and me maybe not getting the right amount of water in my lather. No issues beyond that however.
Switched to the Karve Overlander for an easy and comfortable second pass.
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Venturing into shavettes. Brave man! I have done it twice now, maybe three times - but so far my injector and GEM give me closer shaves. More practice needed!
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Join the club brother, there's plenty of room for you in the SABRE group!
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That is beautiful in perfect condition Weck, these are sometimes called the Med Prep but I believe the more common name is the Orderly. And your correct these are made from stainless steel. For me these are a beautiful razor to shave with just be aware of the heavy scales when going around...
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