Post 'Tuesday Austere August SOTD Thread - Aug 08, 2023' of challenge 'Raw Hoggin 2023'

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The number of participants is 18
  1. u/Crossan1983 posted on 2023-08-07 23:10:06-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    AA SOTD 08-Aug

    • Brush: Semogue - Owners Club Taj (8)
    • Razor:  Shield - Predator
    • Blade: Personna - GEM PTFE (8)
    • Lather: Ariana & Evans - Tobacco Road
    • Post Shave: Ariana & Evans - Tobacco Road AS
    • Fragrance: Ariana & Evans - Tobacco Road EDP

    Day 8 of AA and #RawHoggin.

    Not much to report on today's shave, just pleasant. Fingers crossed this is now settling in for the rest of the run! 

    Pre-Shave 

    Post-Shave 

    Hope everyone has a grand one. 

    Cheers

    Marc

    #RawHoggin

  2. u/whosgotthepudding posted on 2023-08-08 04:15:49-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    8/8/23

    • Brush: Muninn Woodworks w/ 24mm Maggards Premium Boar
    • Razor: MMOC
    • Blade: GEM (10)
    • Lather: Mäurer & Wirtz - Tabac Original
    • Post Shave: Mäurer & Wirtz - Tabac Original Aftershave Lotion

    Knot progress:

    Album

    Day 8

    #RawHoggin

  3. u/loudmusicboy posted on 2023-08-08 05:03:09-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Raw Hoggin’ My Way Through August - Day 8

    • Brush: Zenith B16
    • Razor: GEM Flying Wing
    • Blade: GEM PTFE (8)
    • Lather: Crowne & Crane - Green Tea soap
    • Post Shave: Stirling - Glacial Spearmint splash
    • Post Shave: Crowne & Crane - Green Tea balm

    #rawhoggin

    Slowed this morning's shave down a bit since I missed a couple of spots on the jawline yesterday. Reducing the shaving speed provided the desired result. Of course, it helps that I'm on vacation this week and don't have other thoughts cluttering my mind that might drag my attention away from the shave.

    The B16 break in continues to go nicely. I think I lost another bristle today. Pffft, whatever. Pre- and post-shave pics of the brush

    Have a great day all!

  4. u/gorgbob posted on 2023-08-08 05:51:13-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Aug. 8, 2023
    Brush: Omega 10029
    Razor: Gem MMOC
    Blade: Personna GEM
    Lather: MWF - - Soap
    Post Shave:* Moon Soaps - Havana - Balm

    Day 8 still #RawHoggin

    Brush feels like it’s getting there fast, no more lost whiskers. No more animal smell, still need more hairs to split but getting there

    brush album

    Shared from My Shave Den for iOS

  5. u/Absenth posted on 2023-08-08 06:01:23-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    2023-08-08 - Day Eight

    • Prep: Hot Shower
    • Razor: Weck Sextoblade
    • Blade: Kismet (8)
    • Brush: Omega Pro48
    • Lather: Barrister and Mann - War
    • Aftershave: Lucky Tiger Splash
    • Balm: Nivea Cooling Balm

    Austere August:

    • Day: 8

    *MRTNG's Ultra Nightmare Mode * #RawHoggin - Brush Pics: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 * #MonthOfWeckening

    Dear u/PrideTwo

    As the battle for a triumphant Austere August endures, today's two-pass shave was executed with a sense of efficiency. While not lacking in quality, the shave lacked the usual happenstance and ceremony that often accompanies this daily ritual.

    The two passes I performed with the Weck proved effective, resulting in a satisfactory outcome. My Omega Pro48 brush continued to perform well, and its gradual break-in process is evident in its improving performance.

    Reflecting on #WAR soap, I can't help but acknowledge that despite its pungent scent, it provides a reliable and effective soap base for shaving. The scent, though overpowering, seems to serve as a testament to the dedication required to endure this challenge.

    In essence, today brought a straightforward victory. There isn't much to report beyond the fact that I faced the challenge, shaved, and emerged victorious. As the eighth day draws to a close, I am reminded that each day contributes to my growth and progress in this #MonthOfWeckenoning. Until tomorrow, my journal, I shall continue to face the battlefield with determination and resilience.

    Sincerely,

    u/Absenth

  6. u/Eructate posted on 2023-08-08 08:35:17-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 8, 2023

    • Prep: Warm Shower
    • Brush: AKA Brushworx- 26mm Boar
    • Razor: Weck Hair Shaper
    • Blade: Kismet (8)
    • Lather: Chiseled Face - Midnight Stag
    • Post Shave: Chiseled Face - Midnight Stag
    • Fragrance: Chiseled Face - Midnight Stag

    Easy shave with no fuss and nothing new to report. #RawHoggin #Monthofweckoning

  7. u/AdWorried2804 posted on 2023-08-08 08:55:57-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 8, 2023 – Month of Austerity Day 8

    • Brush: RazoRock 506U Olive Wood w/ 26mm Natural Boar Bristle
    • Razor: RazoRock Game Changer .76-P
    • Blade: Gillette Platinum (2)
    • Preshave: Stirling Soap Co. – Unscented
    • Lather: Catie's Bubbles – Le Nude
    • Post Shave: Zingari Man – Unscented Balm
    • AA Tags: #RawHoggin #unscented

    Today's Update: It's déjà vu all over again! Boar soak, wet method tub-loading, face lather-building, slick drippy lather, 2 passes (WTG+ATG), BBS result. Knot break-in continues with bristle hair splitting, knot slowly blooming, minimal funk smell and no hair loss.

    Here's the Day 8 just before and immediately after the shave brush pictures. Raw Hoggin', Unscented, and AA Extreme Mode challenges ongoing.

  8. u/Tetriside posted on 2023-08-08 10:56:30-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 8, 2023

    • Brush: Zenith B15
    • Razor: RazoRock Game Changer 0.84 OC
    • Blade: Gillette Nacet (8)
    • Lather: Saponificio Varesino - Desert Vetiver
    • Post Shave: Lucky Tiger - Lucky Tiger
    • Post Shave: Declaration Grooming - Original Liniment

    2 pass shave.

    #RawHoggin

  9. u/blipsnchitz7 posted on 2023-08-08 11:13:21-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Aug. 8, 2023
    Brush: Zenith B-35
    Razor: Karve CB C Plate
    Blade: Astra SP Green
    Lather: Noble Otter - Rawr - Soap
    Post Shave: Noble Otter - Rawr - Aftershave
    Post Shave: Zingari Man - Unscented - Balm

    RawHoggin

    Todays update photo.

    https://imgur.com/a/4MAmgOZ

  10. u/Priusaurus posted on 2023-08-08 12:16:16-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 8, 2023

    • Brush: AP Shave Co Gold Flakes with Oumo 30mm Boar
    • Razor: Diane Hair Shaper – Patent 33095 78145
    • Blade: Fromm Hair Shaper Blade (8)
    • Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Sheep
    • Post Shave: Declaration Ghosting – Unscented Aftershave Liniment

    Another day, another shave. Tried using a different grip on my moustache and chin area. Every day is an improvement. #Monthofweckoning #RawHoggin #unscented

  11. u/Environmental-Gap380 posted on 2023-08-08 17:33:06-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 8, 2023 - Austere Hoggin Weck Mafia

    • Brush: Semogue SOC Cherry
    • Razor: Weck Hair Shaper Glitter Scales
    • Blade: Kismet Rostfrei (8)
    • Lather: House of Mammoth - Sonder
    • Post Shave: House of Mammoth - Sonder Splash
    • Daily Tags: #Monthofweckoning #RawHoggin #MammothMafia23
    • Passes: Face - wtg/atg Neck - xtg up and down

    Brush after shave #8

    Another bloodless Weck shave. While no nicks of weepers, but I almost lost my right earlobe. I slipped and I felt the razor hit my ear, but it must have been the tip away from the edge of the blade. Tried a bit more adjustment to the blade angle. I think I was going a bit too shallow. Sometimes I feel like the blade is catching the skin. I got the lather well liaded and lots of water, but though to my fingers the lather felt very slick, maybe I can get it even more so?

  12. u/jwoods23 posted on 2023-08-08 18:30:18-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Aug 8, 2023 - A Wecked Mammoth August

    • Prep: CeraVe - Hydrating Facial Cleanser

    • Brush: Summer Break Soaps Grant w/Maggard 26mm Boar

    • Razor: Weck Sextoblade

    • Blade: Kismet Hair Shaper

    • Lather: House of Mammoth - Dammusi

    • Post Shave: House of Mammoth - Sonder Balm

    • Fragrance: House of Mammoth - Sonder
      2 quick passes tonight. Everyone in our house is fighting off something so it’s been just a great day… Cheeks WTG/ATG; chin neck WTG/XTG.

    Raw Hoggin album

    Daily tags: #RawHoggin #MammothMafia23 #MonthOfWeckoning

  13. u/Zimora posted on 2023-08-08 19:02:58-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 8, 2023 - Day 8 AA

    • Brush: Omega Pro 48
    • Razor: Weck Med Prep
    • Blade: Personna Hair Shaper (8)
    • Lather: Barrister and Mann - War
    • Post Shave: Barrister and Mann - War
    • Post Shave: Zingari Man Sego Balm
    • Fragrance: Southern Witchcrafts - Tres Matres EdP

    Brush break-in album: Daily Progress

    Days of disapproval: 2

    Day 8 - Another day and another shave in the books. Just a quick 10 minute cruise control shave to get my 2 passes in and move on with my night. Decent shave overall thought and the blade is still feeling okay at this point.

    Tags: #RawHoggin #monthofweckoning

  14. u/2SaintsDude posted on 2023-08-08 19:22:38-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    AUGUST 8, 2023

    • Brush: r/wetshaving Zentih MOAR BOAR 31mm
    • Razor: King C. Gillette Chrome
    • Blade: Personna Platinum Chrome
    • Lather: House of Mammoth - Smash
    • Post Shave: House of Mammoth - Smash Splash
    • Post Shave: House of Mammoth - Smash Balm

    Well another day in the books. Personna is holding well. MoarBoar is getting softer. Lather still mediocre. Could be user error. Ya’ll have a good one.

    RawHoggin

    MammothMafia23

  15. u/Ramjet615 posted on 2023-08-08 19:32:03-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Aug. 8, 2023
    Brush: Omega 81052
    Razor: Wolfman Guerilla
    Blade: Rockwell Stainless Steel
    Lather: Declaration Grooming/Chatillon Lux - Yuzu Rose Patchouli - Soap
    Post Shave:* Chatillon Lux - Yuzu Rose Patchouli - Aftershave

    I found a few Rockwell blades in a drawer.

    I thought, “ If that isn’t Austere….”

    IYKYK

    2 passes. No muss.

    As someone who used boar brushes of questionable quality over the years, it’s no surprise that this one ended up in the clearance section at Maggard’s…..

    RawHoggin ain’t what it used to be.

  16. u/putneycj posted on 2023-08-08 19:44:43-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 8, 2023

    • Brush: Summer Break Soaps “Dundy” Maggard Boar 26mm
    • Razor: Marianna #310 Hair Shaper
    • Blade: Personna Hair Shaper (8)
    • Lather: House of Mammoth – Dammusi
    • Post Shave: House of Mammoth – Dammusi

    Over 25% of the way through this madness, my wife asked this evening how the razor was treating me. “I still cut myself every shave, it’s very annoying and painful, but it’s better than the night I was ready to give up.” Also, I feel like Robin Williams in Jumanji every time my kids see me post shave.

    Nothing new to report. Dundy pic 1 and pic 2 did well and Dammusi is still excellent – the cooling effect on my face right now is just stellar after another poor hair-shaper experience, too. Hair shaper 2 passes continue to improve but are still for sure rated in the poor category – a couple more unfortunate slices tonight with the usual few nicks. Thank goodness I picked up a styptic pencil, that stuff is magic.

    For the photo today in incorporated this book because it was still on the bathroom counter from when my 5 year old son needed it to finish his evening dump. Proud of that boy.

    Anyway – have a good night all.

    Tags: #Monthofweckoning #RawHoggin #MammothMafia23

  17. u/OrganMeat posted on 2023-08-08 21:57:38-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Aug. 8, 2023
    Prep: Splash of cold water
    Brush: Zenith Unbleached 506U XSE 27mm
    Razor: Blackland Blackbird Lite SS
    Blade: Gillette 7 O'Clock SharpEdge (yellow) (8)
    Lather: Noble Otter - Firefighter
    Post Shave: Noble Otter - Firefighter
    Fragrance:* Barrister and Mann - Cool Eau de Toilette

    Smooth as can be. #RawHoggin

  18. u/curbside_champ posted on 2023-08-08 22:43:47-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 8, AA 2023

    • Brush: Semogue 2000
    • Razor: Blackland Blackbird Ti
    • Blade: Personna Lab Blue (8)
    • Lather: House of Mammoth - Sonder
    • Post Shave: House of Mammoth – Sonder splash

    Use Progression: Unboxing, New, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

    Starting week two and I’m feeling the sharpness of the blade begin to decline. Still was able to manage a smooth shave, but it’s just not feeling as sharp as it did.

    Tags: #MammothMafia23 #RawHoggin