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[–] djundjila@sub.wetshaving.social 7 points 4 days ago (3 children)

Sun 21 Dec 2025

  • Brush: Chisel and Hound – Screwdjriver with v28 Fanchurian
  • Razor: C.V. Heljestrand MK β„– 10 (6/8", square point, half hollow, carbon steel)
  • Lather: Catie's Bubbles – Dranks
  • Post Shave: Catie's Bubbles – Dranks
  • Fragrance: Catie's Bubbles – Dranks

Dranks is some good stuff, glad I sprung for it. Today was one of those rare (for me) shaves of multiple days of beard. I've been recovering from a nasty pneumonia and shaving wasn't a priority, but today, my lungs don't rattle anymore when I breathe, so cheering with Dranks seems like a good choice. Looks like I'm getting better just in time for the holidays.

[–] DaveWave94@wetshav.ing 3 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Glad to hear you're on the road to recovery! Pneumonia is a very serious condition, so it's good that you're able to breathe easier. Hope you're able to make a full recovery by January!

[–] djundjila@sub.wetshaving.social 3 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Thanks! I'm recovering nicely, and it feels like I'll be back on skis by January 🀞

[–] DaveWave94@wetshav.ing 3 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Pneumonia usually requires intense medication (antibiotics, glucocorticoids, inhalations, etc.), and breathing exercises once it's getting better. I'm sure you'll manage it together with your doctor(s). Downhill Skiing would be a great activity once you've recovered, since it's outdoors with plenty oxygen around and not too strenuous on the body πŸ‘πŸ»

[–] djundjila@sub.wetshaving.social 2 points 2 days ago (1 children)

antibiotics, glucocorticoids, inhalations, etc

Yup, it's one of the more impressive prescriptionsπŸ˜₯

[–] DaveWave94@wetshav.ing 2 points 2 days ago

Don't worry. I'm sure it's quite a lot to handle atm, and the side effects like diarrhea, stomach cramps and a puffy face aren't very charming either. Still, it beats the slow and dreadful death by asphyxiation from severe pneumonia. I believe in you, and if you take it slowly (step by step), you'll be back to your usual self soon! Wishing you a speedy & full recovery πŸ€

[–] snooting@wetshav.ing 6 points 4 days ago (1 children)

Glad to hear you’re getting better, pneumonia is no joke!

Oh yeah, not fun at all, and a bit scary in the moment

[–] gcgallant@sub.wetshaving.social 5 points 4 days ago (1 children)

Very glad to hear you're on the mend. I think the β„– 10 is an undiscovered gem. I am always surprised by how good it is.

[–] djundjila@sub.wetshaving.social 2 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Agreed. It's like the TI Le Dandy or the Puma 88 that way: the geometry isn't special in any way, but they shave great I suspect it's the steel that feels so nice?

I think the steel is a major factor. Also, the build quality of these Heljestrands is so satisfying.