SOTD - December 2021

[Twelvefret]

Had an early dental appointment and had to scrape frost off my truck windows. I hope Twelvefret wasn't running around in his bikini early this AM...hate to think where a fella would get frostbite under those conditions!

Got frost bite on my unmentionable...LOL!!

[Old Sarge]

Had an early dental appointment and had to scrape frost off my truck windows. I hope Twelvefret wasn't running around in his bikini early this AM...hate to think where a fella would get frostbite under those conditions!

Got frost bite on my unmentionable...LOL!!

Touche!

[srqshaver]

My goodness, it has been far too long since an SE shave. I've been on an unmentionable kick, trying to test a bunch of new gear, and getting many not-so-great shaves. Today I received an injector of the new Supply Black blades so I just had to try one out.

First, let me say that the little black box makes it seem like you've purchased something special, at least in comparison to the usual blade packaging. Unfortunately, the injector itself is CHEAP feeling. And it's not just a feeling, the key is flexible plastic and nowhere near strong enough to use in most injectors. I just got another Schick G type that needs a new blade anyway but no dice. I almost shredded the plastic key trying to get it to insert. Then I thought maybe since it's new to me, the razor might be stiff or something. Nope. A metal injector goes right in.

So the next attempt was an M1 adjustable which is not nearly as tight. Even it was a struggle but I managed to get a blade in with some serious twisting and force. Not good.

Thankfully, the shave itself was very good. The blade feels sharp and smooth and made quick work of two days of growth. Three passes later and I was smooth as a baby. Now, I'm not ready to call it a done deal and give my seal of approval to these blades for a few reasons. I've been using mostly unmentionables as mentioned and haven't felt that reassuring steadiness, stiffness, edge, whatever you want to call it. I think you fellas probably know what I'm talking about. It could just be that alone, or it could be that good of a blade. I'm going to shave with a Schick next time to compare.

I also want to see how many shaves I get per blade. Considering how much they cost and the truly terrible injector, I'd like to know that it's worth the hassle. I'd also like to get the remaining blades into a metal injector if possible. Can anyone point me in the right direction I'd appreciate it.

   

[Old Sarge]

My goodness, it has been far too long since an SE shave. I've been on an unmentionable kick, trying to test a bunch of new gear, and getting many not-so-great shaves. Today I received an injector of the new Supply Black blades so I just had to try one out.

First, let me say that the little black box makes it seem like you've purchased something special, at least in comparison to the usual blade packaging. Unfortunately, the injector itself is CHEAP feeling. And it's not just a feeling, the key is flexible plastic and nowhere near strong enough to use in most injectors. I just got another Schick G type that needs a new blade anyway but no dice. I almost shredded the plastic key trying to get it to insert. Then I thought maybe since it's new to me, the razor might be stiff or something. Nope. A metal injector goes right in.

So the next attempt was an M1 adjustable which is not nearly as tight. Even it was a struggle but I managed to get a blade in with some serious twisting and force. Not good.

Thankfully, the shave itself was very good. The blade feels sharp and smooth and made quick work of two days of growth. Three passes later and I was smooth as a baby. Now, I'm not ready to call it a done deal and give my seal of approval to these blades for a few reasons. I've been using mostly unmentionables as mentioned and haven't felt that reassuring steadiness, stiffness, edge, whatever you want to call it. I think you fellas probably know what I'm talking about. It could just be that alone, or it could be that good of a blade. I'm going to shave with a Schick next time to compare.

I also want to see how many shaves I get per blade. Considering how much they cost and the truly terrible injector, I'd like to know that it's worth the hassle. I'd also like to get the remaining blades into a metal injector if possible. Can anyone point me in the right direction I'd appreciate it.

Nice write up, Eric! I also saw the new Supply blades and was curious on how well they work. I've only got one dispenser of the Personnas and at some point will need to figure out what to buy next. I look forward to hearing how many shaves you can get out of one. 

Nice looking shave setup! The Schick adjustable is an eye catcher to me, kind of a retro look!

[Dave in KY]

Wednesday DecemBOAR 15, 2021
Razor: Schick Type F Injector
Blade: sChick
Brush: Vein Quartz/Boti Horse
Soap: Vintage Williams Shave Cream
AS 1: Humphrey's Alcoholado Maravilla 70
AS 2: Williams Aqua Velva
Fragrance: Penhaligon's Opus 1870
Consecutive Daily Shaves - # 1134
   

[Tony'schin]

15/12/21
Pre      -  Shower, Pears Transparent Original Cold water Face wash
Brush  -  Semogue SOC TAJ Boar
Soap   -  Faena Dorica
Razor  -  Vintage Adjustable Unmentionable
Blade  -  NOS Vintage Unmentionable
Post    -  Cold water Rinse, TC's infused Witch Hazel
Balm   -  Barts Balm Lime Balm & Lotion
A/S     -  Vintage Ferd. Mülhens Vintage 4711 EDC

A great 2 pass shave was all that was required today for a wonderful finish, WTG then ATG. Again this blade doing what it is supposed to do, and doing it very well.
A Very happy shaver today.
Stay safe and enjoy your day.

[Jayaruh]

Williams Wednesday's Shave


Cold Water Rinse
Williams Mug Soap
Jayaruh #424 Synthetic
47 Unmentionable Razor
Unmentionable Blade
CWR
Humphrey's Witch Hazel
Lustray Spice After Shave

The Williams Mug Soap lathered well with the Jayaruh #424 Synthetic Brush. Two passes and touch ups with the 47 Unmentionable Razor with an Unmentionable Blade gave me a close, comfortable shave. After a cold water rinse I finished off with Humphrey's Witch Hazel and Lustray Spice After Shave. I am clean, smooth, and refreshed...

[GAW9576]

Posting a day late again. 

   

[Jayaruh]

Posting a day late again. 

Very nice. Love the baton handle.

[Whiterook]

Razor: US made unmentionable
Blade: German 
Brush: Simpson Captain 2 Best Badger
Pre-Shave: Proraso White
Lather: Taylor of Old Bond Street Sandalwood
Aftershave: Shannon's 25th Street Lime splash
Additional Care:
  Thayers Facial Tonic Witch Hazel Rose Petal
  Imperial Leather Talcum Powder