Shave of the day 3rd January 2025

The last shave away from home for a while… and while the shave was good, I do look forward to shaving in my own den.

SOTD 2025 01 03

Razor: Gillette Old Type “Khaki”
Blade: Lord Classic
Brush: Omega #50014 Travel
Lather: Derby Shave Stick
Aftershave: Krampert’s Finest Bay Rum
Additional Care:
  Alum Travel Stick

A Gillette illustration from 1905

Gillette started marketing his razors early in the last century. And while it may seem obvious to us today how a three piece safety razor works, he actually had to explain it in his advertisments.

From a 1905 Gillette advertisement

I think that impresses me most – beyond the nicely detailed drawing of a two-ring Old Typerazor – is the absolutely awesome goatee the shaver has.

New Years Day Shave 1st January 2025

Is there a better way to start a fresh year than with a refreshing shave? I would say no, but then again… I am somewhat biased in favour of nice shaves.

First shave of the year 2025 - Derby shave stick, Omega travel brush, and a 1918 Gillette Old from my khaki kit.
SOTD 2025 01 01
  • Razor: Gillette Old Type “Khaki”
  • Blade: Lord Classic
  • Brush: Omega #50014 Travel
  • Lather: Derby Shave Stick
  • Aftershave: Krampert’s Finest Bay Rum
  • Additional Care: Alum Travel Stick