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[never-stop-learning]

David, I haven't asked for a while now, so........... How is your wife's recovery coming along? I know she's been working hard at it and it's a long process but I hope she is making significant progress. I continue to wish her well.

@never-stop-learning Likewise, my friend.

Thank you, Gentlemen.

We are taking things one day at a time. The biggest unknown remains determining whether or not the plates in her right ankle are corrupted with bacteria. Long and arduous process.

 

[Phoenixkh]

Thank you, Gentlemen.

We are taking things one day at a time. The biggest unknown remains determining whether or not the plates in her right ankle are corrupted with bacteria. Long and arduous process.

That doesn’t sound pleasant. I hope her doctors can get it sorted sooner than later.

 

[never-stop-learning]

That doesn’t sound pleasant. I hope her doctors can get it sorted sooner than later.

Me too.....

 

[George NJ USA]

Spectacular photo! And spectacular array of gear! You know your S**t, brother nsl

20210723
365 Shaves in 2021: 204 for 204 = 100%
Clubman Friday
Fatip Friday
High Efficiency June & July
Synthetic Summer
View attachment 1301128
Razor: Fatip Lo Storto Originale
Blade: Bolzano (1)
Brush: Omega EVO
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: TFS Rasozero - Barbacco
Aftershave Balm: Nivea Post Shave Balm + InstaSkincare Hyaluronic Acid
Aftershave: Pinaud Clubman

Efficient, smooth and effective - every shave with the FOCS rocks!

Superb shave!

 

[never-stop-learning]

Spectacular photo! And spectacular array of gear! You know your S**t, brother nsl

Thank you, @George NJ USA. I appreciate your kind comments.

 

[Balin]

Thank you, Gentlemen.

We are taking things one day at a time. The biggest unknown remains determining whether or not the plates in her right ankle are corrupted with bacteria. Long and arduous process.

I hope they can sort it quickly for you.

 

[never-stop-learning]

I hope they can sort it quickly for you.

Thank you, @Balin.

 

[Guido75]

Hope all will be sorted out soon for your Lovely Bride, David. She has been through enough I would say.

Meanwhile - how are you holding up? I see some more single SOTD posts rather than summarised ones so I take that as a good sign.

Guido

 

[never-stop-learning]

Hope all will be sorted out soon for your Lovely Bride, David. She has been through enough I would say.

Meanwhile - how are you holding up? I see some more single SOTD posts rather than summarised ones so I take that as a good sign.

Guido

Thank you, Guido.

I'm hanging in there. Just taking things one day at a time.

It's the not knowing if she will have to have more surgeries that is creating stress. I'm a "glass half full", optimistic person so I can deal with uncertainty better.

We both put our trust in God and know that this challenge will work out according to His will.

 

[never-stop-learning]

Tuesday 20240528
366 Shaves in 2024: 149 of 149 = 100%
Modern May 2024
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance (SASA)
Razor: Above The Tie X1 Slant (TiBam Radiator Ti Handle)
Blade: Schick Proline P (10 shaves, 21 passes)

Wednesday 20240529
366 Shaves in 2024: 150 of 150 = 100%
Modern May 2024
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance (SASA)
Razor: Above The Tie X1 Slant (TiBam Radiator Ti Handle)
Blade: Schick Proline P (11 shaves, 23 passes)

Brush: RazoRock Hive Mokasoft HD Synthetic
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper

Lather: La Toja Cream
Aftershave: Clubman Pinaud

Same kit since Sunday. The X1 Slant is a consistently excellent performer.

Superb shaves!

 

[Eric_75]

Have a blessed day, David.

Continued prayers, my friend.

 

[never-stop-learning]

Have a blessed day, David.

Continued prayers, my friend.

Thank you, Eric.

Blessings to you and your family.

 

[never-stop-learning]

Thursday 20240530
366 Shaves in 2024: 151 of 151 = 100%
Modern May 2024
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance (SASA)
Razor: Above The Tie X1 Slant (TiBam Radiator Ti Handle)
Blade: Schick Proline P (11 shaves, 23 passes)

Friday 20240531
366 Shaves in 2024: 152 of 152 = 100%
Clubman Friday
Modern May 2024
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance (SASA)
Razor: Above The Tie X1 Slant (TiBam Radiator Ti Handle)
Blade: Schick Proline P (12 shaves, 25 passes)

Brush: RazoRock Hive Mokasoft HD Synthetic
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: La Toja Cream
Aftershave: Clubman Pinaud

Same kit since Sunday. Same excellent performance and results.

Superb shaves!

 

[never-stop-learning]

Saturday 20240601
366 Shaves in 2024: 153 of 153 = 100%
High Efficiency Razors June & July 2024
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance (SASA)

Razor: Above The Tie X1 Slant (TiBam Radiator Ti Handle)
Blade: Schick Proline P (13 shaves, 28 passes)

Brush: RazoRock Hive Mokasoft HD Synthetic
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper

Lather: La Toja Cream
Aftershave: Clubman Pinaud

First shave of High Efficiency Razors June & July 2024! The ATT X1 Slant is definitely a High Efficiency Razor!

Using the same kit since last Sunday. This kit has given me excellent performance and results all week!

Superb shave!

 

[never-stop-learning]

Sunday 20240602
366 Shaves in 2024: 154 of 154 = 100%
High Efficiency Razors June & July 2024
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance (SASA)
Synthetic Sunday
Razor: Above The Tie CH1 (Calypso Handle)
Blade: Gillette 7 O'Clock Super Platinum (1 shave, 2 passes)

Monday 20240603
366 Shaves in 2024: 155 of 155 = 100%
High Efficiency Razors June & July 2024
MdC Monday
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance (SASA)
Razor: Above The Tie CH1 (Calypso Handle)
Blade: Gillette 7 O'Clock Super Platinum (2 shaves, 4 passes)

Brush: AP Shave Co Purple Haze STF
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper

Lather: Martin de Candre Nature
Aftershave: Clubman Pinaud Lilac Vegetal

The Above The Tie CH1 is one of my favorite DE razors. Highly efficient. Smooth and predictable. A highly effective razor!

This week's Supporting Cast is outstanding! The AP Shave Co Purple Haze STF is one of my favorite synthetic brushes. My Captain's Choice Copper bowl is used in my shaves at least 80% of the time. Martin de Candre Nature is a top tier soap. Finally, Rocking The Veg! It doesn't get any better than this!

Superb shaves!

 

[never-stop-learning]

Tuesday 20240604
366 Shaves in 2024: 156 of 156 = 100%
High Efficiency Razors June & July 2024
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance (SASA)

Razor: Above The Tie CH1 (Calypso Handle)
Blade: Gillette 7 O'Clock Super Platinum (3 shaves, 6 passes)
Brush: AP Shave Co Purple Haze STF
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: Martin de Candre Nature
Aftershave: Clubman Pinaud Lilac Vegetal

Third High Efficiency Razors June & July 2024 shave with this kit. Consistent, and highly effective, performance and results!

Superb shave!

 

[never-stop-learning]

Wednesday 20240605
366 Shaves in 2024: 157 of 157 = 100%
High Efficiency Razors June & July 2024
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance (SASA)

Razor: Karve Brass SB-G
Blade: Gillette 7 O'Clock Super Platinum (4 shaves, 8 passes)

Brush: AP Shave Co Purple Haze STF
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: Martin de Candre Nature
Aftershave: Clubman Pinaud Lilac Vegetal

Lots of doctor appointments today. Didn't have time to shoot fresh pics of the Karve Brass SB-G, so I used some older ones with today's shave. I'll grab fresh pics tonight and use them with tomorrow's shave.

Love the Karve Brass SB-G. Highly efficient. Smooth. Not as nimble & maneuverable as my highest ranked DE razors, but still very acceptable. Predictable. All-in-all, a very effective DE razor.

This week's Supporting Cast is wonderful. Excellent performance and results!

Superb shave!

 

[GBerry]

Wednesday 20240605
366 Shaves in 2024: 157 of 157 = 100%
High Efficiency Razors June & July 2024
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance (SASA)
View attachment 1857903View attachment 1857904
Razor: Karve Brass SB-G
Blade: Gillette 7 O'Clock Super Platinum (4 shaves, 8 passes)
View attachment 1857905
Brush: AP Shave Co Purple Haze STF
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: Martin de Candre Nature
Aftershave: Clubman Pinaud Lilac Vegetal

Lots of doctor appointments today. Didn't have time to shoot fresh pics of the Karve Brass SB-G, so I used some older ones with today's shave. I'll grab fresh pics tonight and use them with tomorrow's shave.

Love the Karve Brass SB-G. Highly efficient. Smooth. Not as nimble & maneuverable as my highest ranked DE razors, but still very acceptable. Predictable. All-in-all, a very effective DE razor.

This week's Supporting Cast is wonderful. Excellent performance and results!

Superb shave!

I have had thoughts of getting a Christopher Bradley but with mild or medium plates.

The Bison is more like a fixed shave plane razor. The Overlander I have not checked yet.

This is a great time for artisan razors.

Thanks for posting,
Cheers!!!

 

[never-stop-learning]

I have had thoughts of getting a Christopher Bradley but with mild or medium plates.

The Bison is more like a fixed shave plane razor. The Overlander I have not checked yet.

This is a great time for artisan razors.

Thanks for posting,
Cheers!!!

The Karve Brass B (neutral) and C (slight positive) SB and OC plates are very nice, mellow (but still reasonably effective) shavers.

 

[never-stop-learning]

Thursday 20240606
366 Shaves in 2024: 158 of 158 = 100%
High Efficiency Razors June & July 2024
Steep Angle Shaving Alliance (SASA)

Razor: Karve Brass SB-G
Blade: Gillette 7 O'Clock Super Platinum (5 shaves, 10 passes)

Brush: AP Shave Co Purple Haze STF
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: Martin de Candre Nature
Aftershave: Clubman Pinaud Lilac Vegetal

Same kit as yesterday. Same excellent performance and results!

Superb shave!