Post 'Friday Austere August SOTD Thread - Aug 25, 2023' of challenge 'Weckoning 2023'

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  1. u/EldrormR posted on 2023-08-25 03:13:23-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Austere August 2023

    • Brush: >!REDACTED!<
    • Razor: Munnin Woodworks Forest Moss Sextoblade
    • Blade: Kismet (25)
    • Lather: MdC Vetyver Brain Bowl (Day 121)
    • Post: CB V splash

    17 weeks of straight Brain Bowl use. It's shape has changed a lot in that time and I am getting closer and closer to the inside of the bowl. The rim is starting to be visible and the soap is no longer flat, but dishing out to a bowl shape, finally.

    Using a slightly wetter loading this week, I'm back to my 8g of usage.

    Unboxing, Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 8, Week 9, Week 10, Week 11, Week 12, Week 13, Week 14, Week 15, Week 16,

    Week 17

    monthofweckoning

  2. u/Old_Hiker posted on 2023-08-25 04:28:38-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 25, 2023

    • Brush: Zenith 508 Moar Boar
    • Razor: Weck Sextoblade
    • Blade: Kismet hair shaper (109)
    • Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Sheep
    • Post Shave: Lucky Tiger
    • Post Shave: Stirling Soap Co. - unscented balm
    • Post Shave: Olay Complete

    This was an especially nice shave for some reason. I mean, it's not like this stuff is new and shiny. But for some reason it really enjoyed it more than I think I should.

    #Monthofweckoning

  3. u/Absenth posted on 2023-08-25 05:58:18-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    2023-08-25 - Day Twentyfive

    • Prep: Hot Shower
    • Razor: Weck Sextoblade
    • Blade: Kismet (25) under a microscope at 23 shaves
    • Brush: Omega Pro48
    • Lather: Barrister and Mann - War
    • Aftershave: Lucky Tiger Splash
    • Balm: Nivea Cooling Balm

    Austere August:

    Dear u/PrideTwo

    As I faced the mirror today, a sense of anticipation filled the air. The twenty-fifth day of this #WAR brought with it the realization that the end is within sight, that the final week of this enduring challenge has begun. It's as if the routine, once a daunting obstacle, is now a countdown to victory, a reminder that the finish line is approaching.

    The razor, my constant companion, met my skin with a sense of purpose. The scent of the soap, that ever-present aroma of #WAR, seemed to carry a hint of nostalgia today, as I reflected on the journey that has led me here. In the midst of the repetition, I found myself looking forward to the end, to the first of September and the reward that awaits.

    In this moment of reflection, I found a renewed sense of determination, a reminder that even as the routine continues, the end is within reach. With each stroke of the razor, each pass across my skin, I'm reminded that every day brings me closer to that final victory.

    As the twenty-fifth day draws to a close, I carry with me a sense of excitement, a longing for the challenges of this #WAR to be replaced by the promise of something new. Tomorrow, I'll rise again, ready to face whatever this challenge brings, armed with the knowledge that the end is just around the corner. Until then, my journal, I'll continue to navigate this path with a mix of anticipation and determination, counting down the days to the reward that awaits. Onward, through the final week of this journey, towards the finish line and the new chapter that lies beyond.

  4. u/djundjila posted on 2023-08-25 07:56:48-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    The Twenty-Fifth Day Of Weckoning is upon us

    • Brush: Rubberset 400-3 with a 26 mm unbleached Zenith boar knot at 56 mm loft
    • Razor: Weck Sextoblade Med Prep
    • Blade: Kismet Rostfrei, Polymer beschichtet (31)
    • Lather: Barrister and Mann – Oceana
    • Post Shave: Ralon – Original
    • Fragrance: Stirling Soap Co. – Island Man

    Today's the day that this blade hit the usual AA service life, and while it feels a tad less efficient by now, it's doing just fine.

    Three smooth passes this morning. Easy peasy.

    #Monthofweckoning

  5. u/jwoods23 posted on 2023-08-25 09:04:56-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Aug 25, 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

    Cheeks & neck: WTG/ATG, Chin: WTG/XTG/ATG

    Is it Friday yet? Yes, yes it is!

    My wife took the kiddos this morning (oldest to school, youngest to run errands) so I got a nice quiet house to shave in peace this morning! Pushed things on my chin with an ATG pass after my first two. I didn’t get a super close shave but definitely working on my technique for this last part of the Month of Weckoning!

    Raw Hoggin album

    Daily tags: #RawHoggin #MammothMafia23 #MonthOfWeckoning

  6. u/gcgallant posted on 2023-08-25 09:46:56-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 25, 2023

    • Brush: Muninn Woodworks w/AP Shave Co 24mm Titanium Synthetic
    • Razor: Weck Sextoblade (Straight Shave 306)
    • Blade: Kismet (25)
    • Lather: Saponificio Varesino - 70th Anniversary - Soap
    • Post Shave: Saponificio Varesino - 70th Anniversary - Aftershave
    • Post Shave: Thayers - Cucumber - Toner
    • Fragrance: Saponificio Varesino - 70th Anniversary - Eau de Parfum
       

    2 passes. Face lather. Good shave.

    Kismet Blade - Losing My Edge
    #Monthofweckoning


    A very comfortable, enjoyable shave. Tinkering with pass patterns continues. I think I will transition from 2-pass to 3-pass shaves to see how this dulling blade performs.

  7. u/Environmental-Gap380 posted on 2023-08-25 12:34:19-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 25, 2023 - Mammoth Weckoning Hog

    • Brush: Semogue SOC Cherry
    • Razor: Weck Hair Shaper Glitter Scales
    • Blade: Kismet Rostfrei (25)
    • 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 before shave 25 and lathered after first pass.

    Pretty good again today. Blade is feeling duller, but still shaving. I got a bit of irritation on my neck though. I spent a long time scrubbing my face and building the lather. I added lots of water and took close to 10 minutes working on it for the first pass. Very slow Friday afternoon shave, but was an enjoyable shave taking my time for both passes. Sonder has gotten me many compliments from my wife and daughter this month. They really like this one. Now some may question their judgement, as they both like Tabac, and my wife liked Midnight Stag when I sampled it.

  8. u/Priusaurus posted on 2023-08-25 13:34:27-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 25, 2023

    • Brush: AP Shave Co Gold Flakes with Oumo 30mm Boar
    • Razor: Diane Hair Shaper – Patent 33095 78145
    • Blade: Fromm Hair Shaper Blade (25)
    • Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Sheep
    • Post Shave: Declaration Ghosting – Unscented Aftershave Liniment

    What a difference a day makes. Two days ago, I noticed a little tugging on my second pass on my chin, so I arm stropped the blade after the shave. And yesterday’s shave was fine. Today, I had a decent amount of tugging and dragging. Ruh-oh. Got a couple nicks on the 2nd pass on my chin. Arm-stropped once again after the shave to hopefully put me in position to succeed tomorrow. Will continue to arm strop before and after every shave from here on out to get this blade to the finish line. The end is in sight. #unscented #Monthofweckoning #RawHoggin

  9. u/OnionMiasma posted on 2023-08-25 19:36:09-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 25, 2023

    • Brush: Summer Break Soaps 28mm Synthetic
    • Razor: Weck Sextoblade
    • Blade: Personna Glide-coated Hair Shaper (25)
    • Lather: House of Mammoth - Sonder
    • Post Shave: Stirling - Unscented - Balm
    • Fragrance: Kenneth Cole - Reaction

    #MammothMafia23
    #Monthofweckoning

    Passes: (Face) WTG, XTG
    Passes: (Neck) WTG, ATG
    Cuts: 1 (Running total: 27)

    Another cut. Again on the chin. I don't even know when it happened, blood just disappeared.

    I'm surprised it's only one, TBH. This blade is now jumping around on my face like a jackrabbit.

  10. u/putneycj posted on 2023-08-25 19:55:06-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 25, 2023 – 25 done

    • Brush: Summer Break Soaps “Dundy” Maggard Boar 26mm
    • Razor: Marianna #310 Hair Shaper
    • Blade: Personna Hair Shaper (25)
    • Lather: House of Mammoth – Dammusi
    • Post Shave: House of Mammoth – Dammusi

    25 shaves done. It both feels much longer and much shorter than this, which is good, I guess. I’m very much looking forward to the Personna being done. Dammusi and Dundy could continue on, though. I won’t, but, I could.

    We buried my wife’s grandpa today and he was a good guy. Hadn’t spoken to him in years as he has been mostly gone for a long time (he battled parkinsons, dementia, and had a stroke 2 years ago). Shaving tonight after the funeral made me think that I wished I’d gotten into this hobby a bit earlier and I could have asked about his shaving habits. He was stationed in Germany in the early 1950s in the military (not sure which branch) so I have to assume he was standard issued some Gillette kit for use over there. I honestly didn’t know he’d served until today. People have stories and even though we didn’t see them often I wish that I could have heard more of his. Every time I go to a funeral I’m reminded of the importance of treasuring the time you have with people while they’re still around. So – fine friends, treasure your people, whoever they may be.

    Good night.

    Tags: #Monthofweckoning #RawHoggin #MammothMafia23

  11. u/Eructate posted on 2023-08-25 21:32:17-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 25, 2023

    • Prep: Warm Shower
    • Brush: AKA Brushworx- 26mm Boar
    • Razor: Weck Hair Shaper
    • Blade: Kismet (25)
    • Lather: Chiseled Face - Midnight Stag
    • Post Shave: Chiseled Face - Midnight Stag
    • Fragrance: Chiseled Face - Midnight Stag

    Finally, the weekend... #RawHoggin #Monthofweckoning

  12. u/souleater7173 posted on 2023-08-25 21:43:55-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 25, 2023

    • Brush: Zenith 31mm MOAR BOAR
    • Razor: Weck Sextoblade
    • Blade: Personna Hair Shaper (25)
    • Lather: House of Mammoth – Sonder
    • Post Shave: House of Mammoth – Sonder

    Decent shave. Blade performance normal, somehow… Gonna go pass out for all weekend now. Too many 12 hour work days this week.

    AA Mileage: 110 miles. Got 8 today. Forced myself to go ride even though I’m exhausted. One more ride this weekend then hopefully every weekday next week to close out the month.

    Tags: #Monthofweckoning #MammothMafia23