snooting

No, I had a hard time getting that to work with my MMOC.

When you say you need to manually line up the tabs, what do you mean exactly?

Mine is a first-gen MMOC, if that makes a difference.

Ah, well, you can always get it back. Maybe plan the next vacation as a bike tour. :)

Ugh, those razors are so awesome.

Sorry to hear that. Back pain makes everything more difficult.

Hopefully it heals soon!

August 1st, 2025: MMOCMQ Day 1

• Brush: AP Shave Co. "Amber Smoke" - Silksmoke 26mm Synthetic
• Razor: GEM Micromatic Open Comb
• Blade: Accuforge GEM Microcoat (1)
• Lather: Mike's Natural Soaps - Orange, Cedarwood, & Black Pepper - Soap
• Post Shave: Stirling - Arance Mandarini - Aftershave
• Post Shave: Stirling - Glacial Unscented - Balm

$discord

Kicking off AA with a new blade and continuing to use what I’ve already been using for a week. I’m on a trip for another 10 days-ish, so AA started a little early for me.

Simple, easy, and close.

Tip of the hat to u/EldrormR for blessing the Master Quest and letting me steal content from his previous posts.

BIG $monthofmikes

July 31st, 2025

• Brush: AP Shave Co. "Amber Smoke" - Silksmoke 26mm Synthetic
• Razor: GEM Micromatic Open Comb
• Blade: Accuforge GEM Microcoat (7)
• Lather: Mike's Natural Soaps - Orange, Cedarwood, & Black Pepper - Soap
• Post Shave: Stirling - Arance Mandarini - Aftershave
• Post Shave: Stirling - Glacial Unscented - Balm

Last shave before AA. Three passes, no irritation. Blade felt duller than usual. Probably from being carried on a bike.

How did you throw out your back?

Nice. It’s a great soap.

Is tomorrow your first time using Mike’s vetiver?

July 30th, 2025

• Brush: AP Shave Co. "Amber Smoke" - Silksmoke 26mm Synthetic
• Razor: GEM Micromatic Open Comb
• Blade: Accuforge GEM Microcoat (6)
• Lather: Mike's Natural Soaps - Orange, Cedarwood, & Black Pepper - Soap
• Post Shave: Stirling - Arance Mandarini - Aftershave
• Post Shave: Stirling - Glacial Unscented - Balm

Easy two pass shave, no irritation. This combo sparks joy.

July 29th, 2025

• Brush: AP Shave Co. "Amber Smoke" - Silksmoke 26mm Synthetic
• Razor: GEM Micromatic Open Comb
• Blade: Accuforge GEM Microcoat (5)
• Lather: Mike's Natural Soaps - Orange, Cedarwood, & Black Pepper - Soap
• Post Shave: Stirling - Arance Mandarini - Aftershave
• Post Shave: Stirling - Glacial Unscented - Balm

July 28th, 2025

• Brush: AP Shave Co. "Amber Smoke" - Silksmoke 26mm Synthetic
• Razor: GEM Micromatic Open Comb
• Blade: Accuforge GEM Microcoat (4)
• Lather: Mike's Natural Soaps - Orange, Cedarwood, & Black Pepper - Soap
• Post Shave: Stirling - Arance Mandarini - Aftershave
• Post Shave: Stirling - Glacial Unscented - Balm