October 14, 2024
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Brush: Wald Stratos Goldvein 29mm A1 Fan
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Razor: Tanifuji Spalding 0411 6/8" Full Hollow
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Lather: Los Jabones de Joserra - Blas de Lezo - Soap
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Toner: Thayers - Rose - Toner
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Aftershave: Noble Otter - Cerberus - Aftershave
2 passes. Face lather. Excellent shave.
Blas de Lezo is my second soap from Los Jabones de Joserra aka Jose Martinez. Like Noir, which I tried a couple of days ago, the scent of Blas de Lezo becomes much more complex and sophisticated once the soap is wet and fully lathered. The scent has accords of oak wood, smoke, tobacco, leather and liquor. I mean. What's not to love!
The soap base is low-structure, but very slick. There are several oils in it; including an apricot oil. A very easy lather to use for a straight shaver.
Interestingly, Blas de Lezo is was a Spanish Naval officer who lost an eye, a hand, mobility of one arm, and a leg. He was the real-life Black Knight from Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
real-life Black Knight from Monty Python and the Holy Grail
Let's settle for a draw, then.
I've seen Johann from S&B have good things to say about Noir - maybe I should test this once as well
Let’s settle for a draw, then.
Tis but a scratch.
Yes I saw Johan use Noir. I have that too. Also a very interesting scent. Actually, a little darker/warmer in scent than Blas de Lezo. I won't be letting go of either of these.
Los Jabones de Joserra seems to have such interesting scents. I’d love to try some of their soaps one day.
Maybe I’ll see about finding some samples when I have a bit of space for more soap
Space is a huge problem after a while :) I certainly haven't solved it.
Sounds like a nice scent
Definitely a perfect fit for me this time of year.
The scent has accords of oak wood, smoke, tobacco, leather and liquor. I mean. What’s not to love!
Damnit! That does sound delightful. Too many things to try
Oh, I hear you! As you have demonstrated, Cerberus pretty much complements anything.
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Mon Oct 14 2024
- Brush: Zenith r/Wetshaving exclusive MOAR BADGER (Silvertip)
- Razor: Wade & Butcher The Celebrated Hollow Ground Razor (5/8")
- Lather: Mäurer & Wirtz – Tabac Original
- Post Shave: Mäurer & Wirtz – Tabac Original
- Fragrance: Mäurer & Wirtz – Tabac Original
I got this W&B with completely busted scales but otherwise in good condition a couple years ago and fitted it with these pretty Ralf Aust horn scales. Like yesterday's W&B wedge, this hollow ground has that soft feeling edge. Very nice.
Hmm posting replies seems iffy with gem.
Anyway. Nice razor you gone full straight now DJ?
Thanks!
Not full straight, I suppose, but $FriodomRiders + &HoneMeisterschaft AA, Straightember, and TabOKtoberfest are three consecutive straight razor months, that's the rules 😅
October 14, 2024
- Brush: Maggard 24mm 2 Band Badger
- Razor: Gillette Slim Adjustable (I-2)
- Blade: Bolzano Superinox (Germany) (4)
- Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Oro Valley - Soap
- Post Shave: Pinaud - Clubman Special Reserve - Aftershave
Wonderful shave. This knot was relatively inexpensive (I think I actually got it for something like $10 from an artisan who was trying to get rid of some extraneous stuff), but it feels really nice. It doesn't have any gel, but it's good and soft while still letting you feel that something is there. I typically prefer the Maggard Silvertip to this one, but it depends on the day.
Oro Valley is such a lovely scent for the fall.
Oct 14, 2024 - Mammoth Monday - Travel Edition
- Brush: Stirling Soap Co. Green & Ivory 24mm Synthetic 2-Band Synthentic Knot
- Razor: Karve Shaving Co. Overlander
- Blade: Gillette 7 O’Clock Super Stainless (Green) [3]
- Lather: House of Mammoth - Beloved - Soap
- Post Shave: Barrister and Mann - Hallows - Splash
- Fragrance: Hermès - Terre d’Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver - Eau de Parfum
Final shave with this travel setup. I'm looking forward to returning home.
- Brush: Omega - 10048 boar
- Razor: Rockwell - 6C (R4 + R2 plate)
- Blade: Astra - Superior Platinum (2)
- Lather: Stirling - Autumn Glory
- Post: Osma alum block
- Post: Nivea - Sensitive Post Shave Balm
- Post: Chiseled Face - Ghost Town Barber AS splash
- Frag: Chiseled Face - Ghost Town Barber EdP
First shave with my Autumn Glory sample, and I quite enjoyed it. I get notes of wet leaves, apple cider, and wet earth.
As always the lather was great. I still hold that Stirling performs best with a boar brush.
Have a good one all!
SSL
Zenith red 27mm boat
And DJs favourite. Durham duplex. (The pretty one. )
How'd I add images here?
I hadn't noticed that until you mentioned it. https://gem.wetshaving.social doesn't have an image button. Weird.
You can upload directly to our server, no need for imgur etc., but you might have to stick to https://sub.wetshaving.social or a phone app or whatever else you prefer.
- Brush: Yaqi - Mysterious Space 24mm 2-band badger
- Razor: Rockwell - 6C (R4 + R2 plate)
- Blade: Astra - Superious Platinum (1)
- Lather: Barrister & Mann - Le Grand Chypre
- Post: Osma alum block
- Post: Nivea - Sensitive Post Shave Balm
- Post: Stirling -Ramblin' Man AS splash
- Frag: Stirling - Ramblin' Man EdT
I didn't have time to shave until late today, it was a super busy Sunday. Le Grande Chypre gave me an excellent lather and was a wonderfully comforting scent to end the day with.
