Post 'Sunday Austere August SOTD Thread - Aug 27, 2023' of challenge 'Raw Hoggin 2023'

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  1. u/Crossan1983 posted on 2023-08-27 02:00:34-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    AA SOTD 27-Aug

    • Brush: Semogue - Owners Club Taj (27)
    • Razor:  Shield - Predator
    • Blade: Personna - GEM PTFE (27)
    • Lather: Ariana & Evans - Tobacco Road
    • Post Shave: Ariana & Evans - Tobacco Road AS
    • Fragrance: Ariana & Evans - Tobacco Road EDP

    Day 27 of AA and #RawHoggin.

    Decent enough this morning, both myself and the family are still enjoying the scent on this, it's still not the Mrs' absolute favourite but it's up there so I'll definitely be replacing this one when it bites the dust. 

    Pre-Shave

    Post-Shave 

    Cheers

    Marc

    #RawHoggin

  2. u/loudmusicboy posted on 2023-08-27 04:34:49-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Raw Hoggin’ My Way Through August - Day 27

    • Brush: Zenith B16
    • Razor: GEM Flying Wing
    • Blade: GEM PTFE (10)
    • Lather: Crowne & Crane - Green Tea soap
    • Post Shave: Stirling - Glacial Spearmint splash
    • Post Shave: Crowne & Crane - Green Tea balm

    #rawhoggin Pre and post shave pics here

    Only 4 more days to go. I'm thinking that come September 1 I'll do a celebration of the new things that hit my den during August. I've got that Catie's Bubbles Retreat set/LG prize. I've got a PIF'd DR Harris Arlington set. I've got a FLS Blue soap acquired in trade. And, I've got a sample of Beak & Snout Barbershop from New Hampshire that requires a test drive and feedback for the artisan. 4 more days until new scents.

    On to Sunday we go and only 4 more days until real college football kicks off (the Notre Dame/Navy 'scrimmage' didn't really count). Have a great day all!

  3. u/AdWorried2804 posted on 2023-08-27 06:44:22-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 27, 2023 – Month of Austerity Day 27

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

    Day 8 of my left (non-dominant) hand shaving skills development. Another full LH shave (WTG + ATG) for a SAS. For the WTG pass, the head alignment, blade angle and pressure were instinctive and very acceptable. The ATG pass was the opposite, with the head alignment, blade angle and pressure wildly inconsistent. I stopped after the ATG pass to avoid further irritation. Need to keep practicing the LH ATG passes moving forward.

    Here's the Day 27 just before and immediately after the shave brush pictures. Raw Hoggin', Unscented, and AA Extreme Mode challenges ongoing.

  4. u/gorgbob posted on 2023-08-27 06:50:13-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Aug. 27, 2023
    Brush: Omega 10029
    Razor: Gem MMOC
    Blade: Personna GEM
    Lather: MWF - - Soap
    Post Shave:* Moon Soaps - Havana - Balm

    Day 27 still #RawHoggin

    Blade is a bit smoother than yesterday so probably was just a little off. Getting excited to use my other soaps, haven’t even smelled them since AA

    brush album

    Shared from My Shave Den for iOS

  5. u/Absenth posted on 2023-08-27 08:27:18-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    2023-08-267- Day Twentyseven

    • Prep: Hot Shower
    • Razor: Weck Sextoblade
    • Blade: Kismet (27) 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

    Today's shave brought a mix of caution and determination. The twenty-seventh day of this unyielding #WAR unfolded with a sense of purpose, as I faced the mirror with the lessons of yesterday fresh in my mind. Careful not to aggravate yesterday's cut, I navigated the routine with caution, ensuring that the razor met my skin with precision.

    The razor, my steadfast companion, met my skin with a renewed sense of care. The scent of the soap, the ever-present aroma of #WAR, seemed to carry a note of familiarity, a reminder of the journey that has led me to this point. As I maneuvered the razor, each pass became an exercise in mindfulness, a testament to the resilience and adaptability fostered over these days.

    In the midst of this cautious routine, I found a sense of accomplishment. By heeding the lessons of yesterday, I was able to navigate today's shave without incident. It's a reminder that even in the face of challenges, there's always room for growth and improvement.

    As the twenty-seventh day comes to a close, I carry with me a sense of both accomplishment and mindfulness. Tomorrow, I'll rise again, ready to face whatever this #WAR brings, armed with the knowledge that each day presents an opportunity to apply the lessons learned. Until then, my journal, I'll continue to navigate this path with a blend of caution and determination, one pass at a time. Onward, through the ever-evolving landscape of this challenge, one shave closer to its end.

  6. u/2SaintsDude posted on 2023-08-27 09:51:04-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    AUGUST 27, 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

    Highlight of today you ask? Morning shave!!! I will be entertaining family all day and I don’t have the ideal relationship. Hence not looking forward to it. Just few more days! Ya’ll have a good one.

    RawHoggin

    MammothMafia23

  7. u/Eructate posted on 2023-08-27 12:06:00-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 27, 2023

    • Prep: Warm Shower
    • Brush: AKA Brushworx- 26mm Boar
    • Razor: Weck Hair Shaper
    • Blade: Kismet (27)
    • Lather: Chiseled Face - Midnight Stag
    • Post Shave: Chiseled Face - Midnight Stag
    • Fragrance: Chiseled Face - Midnight Stag

    Normal 2 pass face and 3 pass neck shave with no issues. #RawHoggin #Monthofweckoning

  8. u/Environmental-Gap380 posted on 2023-08-27 12:19:57-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 27, 2023 - Mammoth Weckoning Hog

    • Brush: Semogue SOC Cherry
    • Razor: Weck Hair Shaper Glitter Scales
    • Blade: Kismet Rostfrei (27)
    • 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 27

    I found the minimum to load the brush for barely 2 passes. It was a scoop of soap about the size of a Skittle or Plain M&M. The second pass had a much thinner amount of lather. Shave was not feeling great. I’d guess the blade is starting to circle the drain. I think I’ll get 4 more shaves though. Today had nothing new on the scent to my nose, but still liking it.

  9. u/putneycj posted on 2023-08-27 17:48:48-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 27, 2023 – Spectator Shave

    • Brush: Summer Break Soaps “Dundy” Maggard Boar 26mm
    • Razor: Marianna #310 Hair Shaper
    • Blade: Personna Hair Shaper (27)
    • Lather: House of Mammoth – Dammusi
    • Post Shave: House of Mammoth – Dammusi

    My youngest is pretty sick at the moment and was having a rough go before dinner so after my shower I invited her to watch me shave. She seemed to like watching, although she really didn’t want me to use “the yellow brush” and I explained to her that I have to for the rest of the month because reasons and that seemed to work. My oldest then came in the bathroom as I was finishing up and dutifully pointed out that I had cut myself a couple of times so I showed her the magic of the stinging styptic pencil. Works like a charm.

    Decent shave, aside from those cuts. The hybrid pass is really pretty easy at this point – when I can change blades and/or try a straight I will likely go for more passes and chase that BBS now that I’ve got some basic technique down and am comfortable with the holds, etc. Should be fun.

    Dundy pics.

    Have a good night, all.

    Tags: #Monthofweckoning #RawHoggin #MammothMafia23

  10. u/Tetriside posted on 2023-08-27 18:17:27-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 27, 2023

    • Brush: Zenith B15
    • Razor: Blackland Blackbird
    • Blade: Gillette Nacet (27)
    • Lather: Saponificio Varesino - Desert Vetiver
    • Post Shave: Lucky Tiger - Lucky Tiger
    • Post Shave: Declaration Grooming - Original Liniment
      #RawHoggin
  11. u/Priusaurus posted on 2023-08-27 19:05:32-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 27, 2023

    • Brush: AP Shave Co Gold Flakes with Oumo 30mm Boar
    • Razor: Diane Hair Shaper – Patent 33095 78145
    • Blade: Fromm Hair Shaper Blade (27)
    • Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Sheep
    • Post Shave: Declaration Ghosting – Unscented Aftershave Liniment

    Okay shave. Not the best one I’ve had, but not the worst either. A week ago, I was on cloud 9 with this set-up, because I figured out the technique and was pretty comfortable, but today I’m just looking forward to changing the blade. It’s definitely on its last leg for me. It was tugging a good bit today, but short deliberate strokes really seem to help. Only 3 more shaves after today and I can’t wait. #unscented #Monthofweckoning #RawHoggin

  12. u/jwoods23 posted on 2023-08-27 19:35:07-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Aug 27, 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

    Raw Hoggin album

    Daily tags: #RawHoggin #MammothMafia23 #MonthOfWeckoning

  13. u/blipsnchitz7 posted on 2023-08-27 20:30:11-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    Aug. 27, 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

    Realized I never got to post a 21 day update so here you go

    https://imgur.com/a/xUAiKdU

  14. u/whosgotthepudding posted on 2023-08-27 20:48:28-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    8/27/23

    • Brush: Muninn Woodworks w/ 24mm Maggards Premium Boar
    • Razor: MMOC
    • Blade: GEM (30)
    • Lather: Mäurer & Wirtz - Tabac Original
    • Post Shave: Mäurer & Wirtz - Tabac Original Aftershave Lotion

    Knot progress:

    Album

    Album 2

    #RawHoggin

  15. u/curbside_champ posted on 2023-08-27 22:04:46-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

    August 27, AA 2023

    • Brush: Semogue 2000
    • Razor: Blackland Blackbird Ti
    • Blade: Personna Lab Blue (27)
    • 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, 27

    4 more days of AA.

    Tags: #MammothMafia23 #RawHoggin