- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-01 06:14:41-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 1st, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (1)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 6/10
Smoothness: 8/10
15 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Was expecting a much stronger smell off the brush, but was almost non-existent. Not the most comfortable on the face, and first time face lathering so ended up a bit dry on the first pass. Now just to do this 30 more times.
#GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
u/EldrormR u/Semaj3000
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 38>, <DjudgementInvitation 2502>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-02 15:07:42-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 2nd, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (2)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 7/10
Smoothness: 8/10
15 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Comparable to yesterday, neet to work on getting better lather for the first pass.
#GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 100>, <DjudgementInvitation 2527>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-03 16:52:28-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 3rd, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (3)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 7.5/10
Smoothness: 8/10
10 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Shorter load and more water. A bit messy, but lather was nicer. Brush feels a little less pokey, but still rough.
#GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 169>, <DjudgementInvitation 2571>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-04 18:07:02-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 4th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (4)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 7.5/10
Smoothness: 8/10
10 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Consistent with yesterday, not much change but was in a bit of a rush. Nothing to complain about so far, though still early.
#GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
Edit: corrected date
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 252>, <DjudgementInvitation 2617>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-05 09:46:21-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 5th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (5)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 7.5/10
Smoothness: 7/10
15 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Managed to build more volume and a better lather today, however was interrupted as I started my second pass and had to finish quick. Still good results but not great. Also forgot to take my blade out to dry yesterday and it has now developed a not so great patina.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 329>, <DjudgementInvitation 2675>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-06 11:26:36-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 6th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (6)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 8/10
Smoothness: 9/10
10 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Less soap and more water this time. Got a few splatters on the mirror but ended up with a much better experience. Also did not rush, which may have helped too. Now off to host a house party and meet the neighbors.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 384>, <DjudgementInvitation 2712>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-07 16:37:20-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 7th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (7)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 8/10
Smoothness: 8/10
10 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Homing in on face lathering, and going with more water than I thought. Improved lather from yesterday, however not bbs due to a bit of lazy technique. Still a serviceable shave, and no razor burn.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 455>, <DjudgementInvitation 2747>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-08 14:43:04-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 8th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (8)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 8/10
Smoothness: 9/10
10 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Good lather today for an easy shave. Blade is still going but I anticipate the second half of the month to be difficult with it. Brush is starting to splay out a bit.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 515>, <DjudgementInvitation 2790>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-09 13:10:24-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 9th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (9)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 8/10
Smoothness: 9/10
10 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Repeat of yesterday. Still feels like I added too much water at the start, but worked out.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 575>, <DjudgementInvitation 2834>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-10 17:46:58-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 10th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (10)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 8/10
Smoothness: 9.5/10
7 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Took my time and got bbs. The brush is noticably fluffier on my face now, and no longer feels as pokey. Goal now is to maintain this process.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 643>, <DjudgementInvitation 2867>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-11 17:51:53-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 11th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (11)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 8/10
Smoothness: 9/10
5 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Really noticing my soap is being eaten up. Shorter shave but still good. Nearly forgot to post as I rushed out after shaving to the lake to try paddle boarding.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 726>, <DjudgementInvitation 2909>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-12 19:56:49-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 12th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (12)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 8/10
Smoothness: 9/10
7 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
More soap and water. Wasted soap, but excellent results. Questioning my sanity for going with a carbon steel blade.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 794>, <DjudgementInvitation 2947>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-13 17:33:55-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 13th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (13)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 8/10
Smoothness: 7/10
10 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
My son joined today (bladeless shave for him) and loaded a bit extra. Decent but definitely didn't give it my all to go bbs.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 869>, <DjudgementInvitation 2993>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-14 14:43:30-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 14th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (14)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 8/10
Smoothness: 8/10
10 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Good shave, but blade starting to feel old now.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 920>, <DjudgementInvitation 3037>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-15 19:32:42-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 15th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (15)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 7.5/10
Smoothness: 8/10
15 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Made sure to use plenty of soap and give the blade every opportunity to shine. Unfortunately, got a bit of tugging and now will have to ride out the rest of the month with this.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 979>, <DjudgementInvitation 3069>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-16 13:35:12-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 16th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (16)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 7/10
Smoothness: 9/10
10 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Slow and thorough on the second pass. Had tugging on the neck. Would not want to tackle more than a days growth with this blade. As for the brush, definitely will be my go to for travel. Getting much softer now and lathering faster.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 1071>, <DjudgementInvitation 3120>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-17 19:46:38-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 17th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (17)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 7/10
Smoothness: 9/10
7 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Same as yesterday, with a bit less left over lather at the end.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 1120>, <DjudgementInvitation 3150>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-18 19:57:26-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 18th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (17l8)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 10/10
Smoothness: 9.5/10
7 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
May have been the first beer in a few weeks earlier this evening, lack of sleep from the last few days, or dumb luck, but this was the best shave this month so far. Truly enjoyed the shave, and had good results. No stinging with the aftershave, and near bbs perfection. On a negative note, the blade is developing a concerning level of patina.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
Edit: date correction
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 3188>, <DjudgementInvitation 1182>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for RawHoggin' 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-19 19:31:00-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 19th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (19)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 7/10
Smoothness: 8/10
5 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Fast evening shave. Blade continues to get worse but still acceptable.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 1441>, <DjudgementInvitation 3229>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-20 18:27:31-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 20th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (20)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 7/10
Smoothness: 7/10
7 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Another rushed shave. Been a busy month, but this shaving method isn't too time consuming either.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 1514>, <DjudgementInvitation 3269>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-21 19:13:05-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
This SOTD is part of the challenge
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 1609>, <DjudgementInvitation 3301>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-22 18:34:23-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 22th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (22)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 6/10
Smoothness: 8/10
7 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Took a bit more time getting smooth. Blade not great but still usable, and have had a tetanus shot recently enough not to be too concerned with it.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 3339>, <DjudgementInvitation 1685>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for RawHoggin' 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-23 18:05:00-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 23rd, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (23)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 6/10
Smoothness: 7/10
7 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Thinking back to when I first started, I'm still getting better shaves. Also, really enjoying this brush now.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 1750>, <DjudgementInvitation 3374>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-24 19:37:23-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 24th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (24)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 6/10
Smoothness: 7/10
7 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Try as I might, this is the best shave I can muster. The brush is lovely, the soap slick and thick, however neither overcome the blade. Also, after my wife had the luxury of shaving with Mammoth Hygge, I am desperately missing scents.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 1841>, <DjudgementInvitation 3412>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-25 13:29:17-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 25th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (25)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 6/10
Smoothness: 7/10
5 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Consistent with yesterday, tried using a bit less soap.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 1884>, <DjudgementInvitation 3456>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-26 13:15:48-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
This SOTD is part of the challenge
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 3531>, <DjudgementInvitation 3607>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-27 12:39:40-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 27th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (27)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 6/10
Smoothness: 5/10
5 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Blade still cutting hair, but leaving slight stubble.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 3675>, <DjudgementInvitation 3757>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-28 08:16:33-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 28th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (28)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 5/10
Smoothness: 4.5/10
5 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
End results are getting comparable to an electric shaver.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 3790>, <DjudgementInvitation 3862>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-29 17:55:05-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 29th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (29)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 4/10
Smoothness: 4/10
5 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Brush is great, but still a sub par shave. Nearing the end of using this blade. Only patting dry with a towel and no oil for the blade, I believe oxidation is setting into the edge. It definitely feels like I'm shaving with a rusty blade now.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 3950>, <DjudgementInvitation 4031>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-30 20:08:24-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 30th, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (30)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 4/10
Smoothness: 4/10
5 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
Only one last shave before it's over. Got called in to work earlier when shaving and forgot about posting. So along with a rough shave was the fun of scrambling out the door to cover a no show.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 4062>, <DjudgementInvitation 4138>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/EldrormR for RawHoggin' 2022
- u/FlanFan76 posted on 2022-08-31 18:13:18-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment
August 31st, 2022
Prep: Warm water
Razor: Gem MMOC
Blade: Gem Blue Star (31)
Brush: Omega Model 13564 23mm boar
Soap: LA Shaving Soap Co. Black Void
Post: Noble Otter Bare
Comfort: 4/10
Smoothness: 4/10
5 second load.
2 pass shave XTG/ATG.
The final shave with this blade. Held up well but I believe a bit of rust preventative would have let it go much farther. The brush has gone frome wiry to wonderful. Handle shape for face lathering could be better, but that is a project for future me.
GEMsOfWisdom
unscented
RawHoggin
- GEMsOfWisdom 2022
- RawHoggin' 2022
sotd.djudgement_invitations: [<DjudgementInvitation 4176>, <DjudgementInvitation 4254>]
This SOTD was djudged by u/djundjila for GEMsOfWisdom 2022
This SOTD was djudged by u/Semaj3000 for RawHoggin' 2022