Post 'Saturday Austere August SOTD Thread - Aug 12, 2023' of challenge 'Raw Hoggin 2023'

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  1. u/Crossan1983 posted on 2023-08-12 00:48:09-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    AA SOTD 12-Aug

    • Brush: Semogue - Owners Club Taj (12)
    • Razor:  Shield - Predator
    • Blade: Personna - GEM PTFE (12)
    • Lather: Ariana & Evans - Tobacco Road
    • Post Shave: Ariana & Evans - Tobacco Road AS
    • Fragrance: Ariana & Evans - Tobacco Road EDP

    Day 12 of AA and #RawHoggin.

    Grand shave, love brush and scent. Not much to add other than I hope my gear makes it back safely. Had to rob some of my daughters hair band things to secure the cardboard around the blade for the trip back, fingers crossed all goes well. 

    Pre-Shave - In my haste to get ready I forgot to take the pre shot. 

    Post-Shave 

    Have a grand day. 

    Cheers

    Marc

    #RawHoggin

  2. u/gorgbob posted on 2023-08-12 02:04:04-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Aug. 12, 2023
    Brush: Omega 10029
    Razor: Gem MMOC
    Blade: Personna GEM
    Lather: MWF - - Soap
    Post Shave:* Moon Soaps - Havana - Balm

    Day 12 still #RawHoggin

    Brush hairs are splitting nicely, decided to do a 1 pass ATG shave today because I didn’t have a lot of stubble. Worked out very well. Blade is still doing what it’s meant to so feeling confident I can go for all August with it.

    brush album

    Shared from My Shave Den for iOS

  3. u/loudmusicboy posted on 2023-08-12 05:43:27-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Raw Hoggin’ My Way Through August - Day 12

    • Brush: Zenith B16
    • Razor: GEM Flying Wing
    • Blade: GEM PTFE (12)
    • Lather: Crowne & Crane - Green Tea soap
    • Post Shave: Stirling - Glacial Spearmint splash
    • Post Shave: Crowne & Crane - Green Tea balm

    #rawhoggin

    Queens of the Stone Age was awesome last night. The shave was great this morning and I smell perfect and non-vapor trail-y to teach aerial yoga this morning. And the brush is looking and feeling great. Pre and post shave pics

    Have a great day all!

  4. u/Absenth posted on 2023-08-12 06:02:01-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    2023-08-12- Day Twelve

    • Prep: Hot Shower
    • Razor: Weck Sextoblade
    • Blade: Kismet (12)
    • Brush: Omega Pro48
    • Lather: Barrister and Mann - War
    • Aftershave: Lucky Tiger Splash
    • Balm: Nivea Cooling Balm

    Austere August:

    • Day: 12

    *MRTNG's Ultra Nightmare Mode * #RawHoggin - Brush Pics: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 * #MonthOfWeckoning

    Dear u/PrideTwo

    Today, disaster struck on this battlefield of shaving. It's as if I've become too comfortable with this #WAR, too familiar with my tools, and that familiarity bred carelessness. I let my guard down, and as a result, I paid the price, nicking myself three times. It's a harsh reminder that even in the midst of routine, we must remain vigilant, for complacency leads to mistakes.

    Despite this setback, there were moments that shone through the darkness. I managed to achieve a close shave, a testament to the skills I've honed through these days of relentless shaving. The awkwardness I once felt when wielding my tools has begun to fade, replaced by a sense of familiarity and confidence.

    In general, the day wasn't all bad. I navigated the challenges, emerging on the other side with a renewed determination. The battle continues, and sometimes, even in the face of disaster, we find the strength to rise again.

    As the twelfth day comes to a close, I reflect on the ups and downs of this #MonthOfWeckenoning. It's a journey of growth, of learning from each experience, and of finding resilience even in the face of setbacks. Tomorrow, I'll step onto the battlefield once more, armed with the lessons of today, ready to face whatever trials lie ahead. Until then, my journal, I'll keep my focus sharp and my determination unwavering. Onward, through the storms and the victories.

    I did pay a tax today (See the day 12 RawHoggin Photos)

    Enduring from the front,

    u/Absenth

  5. u/AdWorried2804 posted on 2023-08-12 08:45:36-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 12, 2023 – Month of Austerity Day 12

    • Brush: RazoRock 506U Olive Wood w/ 26mm Natural Boar Bristle
    • Razor: RazoRock Game Changer .76-P
    • Blade: Elios Inoxidable (1)
    • Preshave: Stirling Soap Co. – Unscented
    • Lather: Catie's Bubbles – Le Nude
    • Post Shave: Zingari Man – Unscented Balm
    • AA Tags: #RawHoggin #unscented

    Today's Update: Lather improved again today but the soap/water level was still a bit off. Settled for a 2 pass (WTG+ATG) DFS. Knot break-in continues with bristle hair splitting, knot blooming, minimal funk smell and no hair loss.

    Here's the Day 12 just before and immediately after the shave brush pictures. Raw Hoggin', Unscented, and AA Extreme Mode challenges ongoing.

  6. u/2SaintsDude posted on 2023-08-12 09:19:25-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    AUGUST 12, 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

    Had a chance to bike again… crisp morning perfect for experiencing outside a bit. Have I mentioned how much I love smash splash!!! Ya’ll have a great Saturday!!!

    RawHoggin

    MammothMafia23

  7. u/Tetriside posted on 2023-08-12 11:19:16-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 12, 2023

    • Brush: Zenith B15
    • Razor: Blackland Blackbird
    • Blade: Gillette Nacet (12)
    • Lather: Saponificio Varesino - Desert Vetiver
    • Post Shave: Lucky Tiger - Lucky Tiger
    • Post Shave: Declaration Grooming - Original Liniment

    I'm liking this razor. It seems to be efficient. It feels very well made. I've been trying to dial in the amount of soap. I've been doing a 30 count while loading the last couple of shaves, which seems about right for 2 passes. I do have a bit left over, but I'm not sure how much I can cut it down and still get a good lather.

    #RawHoggin

  8. u/putneycj posted on 2023-08-12 11:19:31-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 12, 2023 – Birthday Party Shave

    • Brush: Summer Break Soaps “Dundy” Maggard Boar 26mm
    • Razor: Marianna #310 Hair Shaper
    • Blade: Personna Hair Shaper (11)
    • Lather: House of Mammoth – Dammusi
    • Post Shave: House of Mammoth – Dammusi

    My youngest turns 4 on Tuesday (gasp) and her party is today. Risked a shave pre-party (starts in 45 minutes) and all in all it’s good. No razor burn or major blood that the styptic couldn’t stop. Just a few minor nicks, not bad.

    Brush and Soap ++ Hair Shaper and Personna -+ (that’s dramatic improvement)

    Broosh pic for Raw Hog

    Tags: #MammothMafia23 #RawHoggin #Monthofweckoning

  9. u/whosgotthepudding posted on 2023-08-12 11:52:14-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    8/12/23

    • Brush: Muninn Woodworks w/ 24mm Maggards Premium Boar
    • Razor: MMOC
    • Blade: GEM (15)
    • Lather: Mäurer & Wirtz - Tabac Original
    • Post Shave: Mäurer & Wirtz - Tabac Original Aftershave Lotion

    Knot progress:

    Album

    #RawHoggin

  10. u/Priusaurus posted on 2023-08-12 14:04:09-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 12, 2023

    • Brush: AP Shave Co Gold Flakes with Oumo 30mm Boar
    • Razor: Diane Hair Shaper – Patent 33095 78145
    • Blade: Fromm Hair Shaper Blade (12)
    • Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Sheep
    • Post Shave: Declaration Ghosting – Unscented Aftershave Liniment

    A little better every day. Still haven’t had a “good” shave, but things are feeling comfortable for 85% of the shave. Against the grain on my chin and under my nose aren’t great, but I escaped today with no cuts, so we got that going for us. #Monthofweckoning #RawHoggin #unscented

  11. u/jwoods23 posted on 2023-08-12 15:27:10-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Aug 12, 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

    I really didn’t want to shave today, just had absolutely no motivation so put it off until this evening. Only did WTG & XTG passes today not pushing things at all. I am getting pretty comfortable with these passes so will be working on my ATG passes more the rest of the month.

    Raw Hoggin album

    Daily tags: #RawHoggin #MammothMafia23 #MonthOfWeckoning

  12. u/Environmental-Gap380 posted on 2023-08-12 15:52:51-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 12, 2023 - Weck Hoggin Mafia

    • Brush: Semogue SOC Cherry
    • Razor: Weck Hair Shaper Glitter Scales
    • Blade: Kismet Rostfrei (12)
    • 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
    • Blood: 1 weeper (total of 6 this month)

    Brush before shave 12

    I reopened the weeper from yesterday. Otherwise, it would have been a decent shave. This month has been teaching me that neck beards are underrated. If I was just doing the sides of my face, this would be pretty good. I feel like I’m getting the skin on my neck as tight as I can, but it just grabs the blade sometimes. I’m stunned I haven’t cut up my neck much. The weeper was probably just a little bump I shaved off. I think a little flinch sideways when the blade gets stopped would be a disaster.

    Brush doesn’t seem much different the last few days. Still pretty stiff and scrubby. This Semogue is going to take more time than the Moar Boar to break in fully. On the plus side, my lather was really good the last couple days. I do make more mess face lathering, but I’m getting more patient about building the lather. My Weck has decided to start losing the chrome plating. It has a bare spot that flaked off, and the area with the engraving of the name is starting to look a bit off. Hopefully it is brass under the chrome. It looks like it might be.

  13. u/Eructate posted on 2023-08-12 20:44:11-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 12, 2023

    • Prep: Warm Shower
    • Brush: AKA Brushworx- 26mm Boar
    • Razor: Weck Hair Shaper
    • Blade: Kismet (12)
    • Lather: Chiseled Face - Midnight Stag
    • Post Shave: Chiseled Face - Midnight Stag
    • Fragrance: Chiseled Face - Midnight Stag

    Definitely getting the hang of this razor but the jawline still isn't where I'd like it to be. #RawHoggin #Monthofweckoning

  14. u/blipsnchitz7 posted on 2023-08-12 21:57:26-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Aug. 12, 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

    Late shave tonight.

    https://imgur.com/a/S7UrP14

  15. u/curbside_champ posted on 2023-08-12 22:18:04-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 12, AA 2023

    • Brush: Semogue 2000
    • Razor: Blackland Blackbird Ti
    • Blade: Personna Lab Blue (12)
    • Lather: House of Mammoth - Sonder
    • Post Shave: House of Mammoth – Sonder splash

    Use Progression: Unboxing, New, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

    Same shave... again.

    Tags: #MammothMafia23 #RawHoggin