Post 'Saturday Austere August SOTD Thread - Aug 26, 2023' of challenge 'Raw Hoggin 2023'

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  1. u/Crossan1983 posted on 2023-08-26 00:55:57-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    AA SOTD 26-Aug

    • Brush: Semogue - Owners Club Taj (26)
    • Razor:  Shield - Predator
    • Blade: Personna - GEM PTFE (26)
    • Lather: Ariana & Evans - Tobacco Road
    • Post Shave: Ariana & Evans - Tobacco Road AS
    • Fragrance: Ariana & Evans - Tobacco Road EDP

    Day 26 of AA and #RawHoggin.

    Decent shave, I'll be able to push through on this blade but I think around shave 22 I would have changed it out. To be fair though it's traveled from a different country in a makeshift sheath and been dropped a couple of times, so it has fared well. 

    Pre-Shave

    Post-Shave 

    Cheers

    Marc

    #RawHoggin

  2. u/gorgbob posted on 2023-08-26 01:43:00-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Aug. 26, 2023
    Brush: Omega 10029
    Razor: Gem MMOC
    Blade: Personna GEM
    Lather: MWF - - Soap
    Post Shave:* Moon Soaps - Havana - Balm

    Day 26 still #RawHoggin

    Not really much to say, brush is pretty much broken in, maybe slight improvements over time but pretty much there.

    Blade is nearing the end of it’s usable life, probably gonna veer closer to DFS shaves soon to avoid pain.

    I wish I weighed the MWF tub before this because I swear the amount of soap has not changed at all. I’ve gotten like 60 shaves out of this soap abd it looks 75% full.

    brush album

    Shared from My Shave Den for iOS

  3. u/loudmusicboy posted on 2023-08-26 05:27:05-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Raw Hoggin’ My Way Through August - Day 26

    • Brush: Zenith B16
    • Razor: GEM Flying Wing
    • Blade: GEM PTFE (9)
    • Lather: Crowne & Crane - Green Tea soap
    • Post Shave: Stirling - Glacial Spearmint splash
    • Post Shave: Crowne & Crane - Green Tea balm

    #rawhoggin

    Pre and post shave brush pics

    I think it's fair to say that I'm bored with this setup. The brush is broken in nicely and takes no effort to get a nice lather out of it.

    It's a cloudy and schvitzy Saturday and I definitely need to get more caffeine in my veins. Time to get on that. Have a great day all!

  4. u/2SaintsDude posted on 2023-08-26 06:51:28-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    AUGUST 26, 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

    Yes even though it’s the weekend I work today. Ah well…. Good shave, for some reason my blade was really tugging the morning. Have I mentioned how much I like smash splash. Ya’ll enjoy your Saturday!!!

    RawHoggin

    MammothMafia23

  5. u/Absenth posted on 2023-08-26 08:19:34-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    2023-08-26 - Day Twentysix

    • Prep: Hot Shower
    • Razor: Weck Sextoblade
    • Blade: Kismet (26) 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 stood before the mirror today, a sense of both urgency and reflection filled the air. The twenty-sixth day of this #WAR brought with it the realization that only five days remain in this #MonthOfWeckoning, a journey that has both tested and transformed me. It's as if the routine, once an arduous challenge, is now a countdown to the finish line, a reminder that the end is imminent.

    The razor, my steadfast companion, met my skin with practiced precision. The scent of the soap, that ever-present aroma of #WAR, seemed to carry a mix of familiarity and nostalgia. But today, amidst the routine, a moment of surprise - the razor slipped, tasted my blood, and left behind a sting of pain.

    It's a reminder that even in the final days of this #WAR, the challenge remains real, the potential for mishap ever-present. As the journey nears its end, the risks and rewards of this battle continue to be unveiled.

    As the twenty-sixth day draws to a close, I carry with me a sense of both accomplishment and caution. The finish line is in sight, but the challenges persist, the routine remains as unforgiving as ever. Tomorrow, I'll rise again, ready to face the remaining days with resilience and determination, armed with the knowledge that the journey's end brings with it a mix of lessons and reflections. Until then, my journal, I'll continue to navigate this path with a mix of urgency and purpose, counting down the days to the inevitable conclusion. Onward, through the final stretch of this enduring challenge, one day closer to the finish line.

  6. u/AdWorried2804 posted on 2023-08-26 09:41:33-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 26, 2023 – Month of Austerity Day 26

    • Brush: RazoRock 506U Olive Wood w/ 26mm Natural Boar Bristle
    • Razor: RazoRock Game Changer .76-P
    • Blade: Gillette Perma-Sharp (5)
    • Preshave: Stirling Soap Co. – Unscented
    • Lather: Catie's Bubbles – Le Nude
    • Post Shave: Zingari Man – Unscented Balm
    • AA Tags: #RawHoggin #unscented

    After the skip day, it's Day 7 of my left (non-dominant) hand shaving skills development. Full LH shave (WTG, ATG, cleanup) for a CCS-level shave. Had some irritation around the jawline due to inconsistent blade angle and pressure, especially on the ATG pass. Need to continue focusing on LH blade angle moving forward.

    Here's the Day 26 just before and immediately after the shave brush pictures. Raw Hoggin', Unscented, and AA Extreme Mode challenges ongoing.

  7. u/Environmental-Gap380 posted on 2023-08-26 10:17:53-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 26, 2023 - Mammoth Weckoning Hog

    • Brush: Semogue SOC Cherry
    • Razor: Weck Hair Shaper Glitter Scales
    • Blade: Kismet Rostfrei (26)
    • 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 26

    Got in an earlyish shave today. We are heading out to do some shopping this afternoon. Been in a bad habit of takeout the last week. A Sonic Drive-In opened about 2 blocks away from us. Today I spent even more time building the lather. I have been trying to scoop a little less each day. I’ve gone from about an almond sized scoop to a peanut sized scoop. I am getting as much lather even using less soap. Even though it felt like my movements were better and getting a good angle, my neck is very irritated today, like I’ve scratched it in places. Not razor burn at least, but the splash did sting, but the coolant is taking the sting out now. Under a week to go. I don’t think this blade will stay in after next Thursday. I got more green out of Sonder today. I gave myself an extra splash after all the stinging. So I got the citrus, creamy vanilla and maybe sandalwood, and some green like a freshly cut plant stem. I don’t always get the green scent, but it was nice to get a different note out of the normal lemon creme sandwich cookie that I always get off Sonder. Like many of my favorites, there is always more to get out of it.

    I am looking forward to next Friday’s Remote Learning. I’m curious to see how the soap scent will handle being lathered. Maybe it will be like my shave in LG with my smoosh of Shag. The smoosh totally made the room smell like patchouli when I got it. Opening the baggy, it was strong patchouli, but when I lathered it up, the patchouli disappeared almost completely. It came out much later after I dried off. Maybe the funky cheese will get killed by the water and soap (I doubt it, but I can hope).

  8. u/Priusaurus posted on 2023-08-26 12:18:22-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 26, 2023

    • Brush: AP Shave Co Gold Flakes with Oumo 30mm Boar
    • Razor: Diane Hair Shaper – Patent 33095 78145
    • Blade: Fromm Hair Shaper Blade (26)
    • Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Sheep
    • Post Shave: Declaration Ghosting – Unscented Aftershave Liniment

    The draginess of yesterday’s shave was still present, but better than yesterday. I think a combination of arm strops, super hydrated lather, and short deliberate strokes helped out a lot. At this point, I’m really looking forward to the month being over. I miss scents and I miss mindlessly shaving with a DE. #unscented #Monthofweckoning #RawHoggin

  9. u/blipsnchitz7 posted on 2023-08-26 13:16:08-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Aug. 26, 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

    Hello all, today I was finally able to shave again using my AA gear. Unfortunately I was sent at a moments notice on an emergency deployment for work the last 5~ days. All I was able to grab was my emergency go bag which had none of my AA equipment. Today I got home early in the morning and showered and shaved in my own home. It was refreshing as can be. Unfortunately though this means I am unable to complete AA and the #RawHoggin challenge. Such is life when responsibilities happen. I will continue to post the rest of the month and cheers to those who finish!

    Photo from 5 days of no use lol.

    https://imgur.com/a/3wDZKV9

  10. u/Tetriside posted on 2023-08-26 17:52:15-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 26, 2023

    • Brush: Zenith B15
    • Razor: Blackland Blackbird
    • Blade: Gillette Nacet (26)
    • Lather: Saponificio Varesino - Desert Vetiver
    • Post Shave: Lucky Tiger - Lucky Tiger
    • Post Shave: Declaration Grooming - Original Liniment
      #RawHoggin
  11. u/putneycj posted on 2023-08-26 19:00:22-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 26, 2023 – intimacy over time

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

    Getting to know a scent is like getting to know a spouse, it takes time. And just when you think you’ve cracked it – you learn something new. That’s how it’s been with Dammusi. 26 straight uses and I still feel like I’m getting to know her depth. And, she’s more and more fun every time.

    Dundy ++, continues to break in nicely. Maybe it’s broken in, I don’t know. Sure is soft and nice, though.

    Hair shaper is whatever at this point. Easy enough to scrape along my face, but not good enough that I’m going to get something better out of it.

    Have a good night, all.

    Tags: #Monthofweckoning #RawHoggin #MammothMafia23

  12. u/jwoods23 posted on 2023-08-26 19:35:22-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Aug 26, 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/XTG, Chin: WTG/XTG

    Quick 2 pass shave tonight after a looooong day. Didn’t do anything but when you’re up at 4:45 every day is long…

    Raw Hoggin album

    Daily tags: #RawHoggin #MammothMafia23 #MonthOfWeckoning

  13. u/curbside_champ posted on 2023-08-26 19:58:35-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 26, AA 2023

    • Brush: Semogue 2000
    • Razor: Blackland Blackbird Ti
    • Blade: Personna Lab Blue (26)
    • 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, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26

    At this point my blade has become dull enough that the shaves are just not as smooth. 5 more days of AA.

    Tags: #MammothMafia23 #RawHoggin

  14. u/Eructate posted on 2023-08-26 20:44:53-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 26, 2023

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

    This setup has become too good. I've almost convinced myself to sell the rest of my den. Stay tuned. #RawHoggin #Monthofweckoning

  15. u/whosgotthepudding posted on 2023-08-26 22:54:35-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    8/26/23

    • Brush: Muninn Woodworks w/ 24mm Maggards Premium Boar
    • Razor: MMOC
    • Blade: GEM (29)
    • Lather: Mäurer & Wirtz - Tabac Original
    • Post Shave: Mäurer & Wirtz - Tabac Original Aftershave Lotion

    By the skin of my teeth again. I'm so bored with Tabac.

    Knot progress:

    Album

    #RawHoggin