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Doug's Journal of Shaving Happiness v2.0
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dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #524
2020 Shaves (DE: 88, SE: 14, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
04/24/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Occam's Razor O.R.E.N. w/1 Dot (mild) plate
Blade: Feather AC Pro (2)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Atomic Rocket 26mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (4)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Pinaud Clubman Special Reserve
Fragrance: none
Overview
A fast but excellent shave to end the week.
SOTD Pic
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Shave Quality
The OREN is a strange razor, but it gives a really great shave. The Bluebell gave me an excellent lather. A heavy load plus plenty of water makes for a fantastic shave. It is BBS- because I was in a bit of a hurry this morning due to an early meeting. The face is feeling great today and the nicks from Sunday are almost completely healed. Can't complain about anything shaving related today.
Gear
The OREN is a minimalist sort of razor. It had just enough metal to hold the Feather Artist Club blade securely and be functional. Loading the blade takes a tiny bit of finesse, but once it is loaded it won't come back out. Changing the head to change the aggression requires a jeweler's screwdriver set. (This isn't a huge problem. I had one on hand.) It takes a #1 Phillips Head. This is a deal breaker for me. Screws strip too easily and finding these tiny screws as replacements could be a chore. The razor also comes with a tool to assist in blade insertion and removal. My razor shouldn't need separate tools. I am glad that I got to try this hardware, but it is not for me. The General from Colonial Razors shaves as good or better.
I should use Clubman SR more often. I love that woody and leathery scent. Great juice.
The Atomic Rocket is a great brush. It is definitely worth the price of admission. I really like the handle. If you are considering the purchase of a RazoRock Big Bruce, also take a look at this brush. On Sunday I will move on to the next PAA brush.
Other Thoughts
Yay for Friday.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
2020 Shaves (DE: 88, SE: 14, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
04/24/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Occam's Razor O.R.E.N. w/1 Dot (mild) plate
Blade: Feather AC Pro (2)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Atomic Rocket 26mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (4)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Pinaud Clubman Special Reserve
Fragrance: none
Overview
A fast but excellent shave to end the week.
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
The OREN is a strange razor, but it gives a really great shave. The Bluebell gave me an excellent lather. A heavy load plus plenty of water makes for a fantastic shave. It is BBS- because I was in a bit of a hurry this morning due to an early meeting. The face is feeling great today and the nicks from Sunday are almost completely healed. Can't complain about anything shaving related today.
Gear
The OREN is a minimalist sort of razor. It had just enough metal to hold the Feather Artist Club blade securely and be functional. Loading the blade takes a tiny bit of finesse, but once it is loaded it won't come back out. Changing the head to change the aggression requires a jeweler's screwdriver set. (This isn't a huge problem. I had one on hand.) It takes a #1 Phillips Head. This is a deal breaker for me. Screws strip too easily and finding these tiny screws as replacements could be a chore. The razor also comes with a tool to assist in blade insertion and removal. My razor shouldn't need separate tools. I am glad that I got to try this hardware, but it is not for me. The General from Colonial Razors shaves as good or better.
I should use Clubman SR more often. I love that woody and leathery scent. Great juice.
The Atomic Rocket is a great brush. It is definitely worth the price of admission. I really like the handle. If you are considering the purchase of a RazoRock Big Bruce, also take a look at this brush. On Sunday I will move on to the next PAA brush.
Other Thoughts
Yay for Friday.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
This sounds very familiar to me. I'm more of the "Leave me alone and let me do my work" type. I consistently do more than is asked of me, and those goalposts never seem to be any closer. Bah!
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #525
2020 Shaves (DE: 88, SE: 15, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
04/25/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Occam's Razor Enoch
Blade: Feather AC Pro (3)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Atomic Rocket 26mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (5)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Fine American Blend
Fragrance: none
Overview
An excellent Saturday SE shave.
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
The Enoch really performed well. It was not as aggressive as it looks. The lather was amazingly slick and thick. There was also about 6 passes worth. It made for a very low effort BBS. I even went ahead and did the third pass, which I usually skip. Just great stuff.
Gear
The Enoch is great, but the angle of head to handle does require getting one's hand close to the face. So, that is a little weird in places, and can make maneuvering it a little tricky. The handle is also thinner than I really like. It is a great shaver that I would not be sad to own. However, it is not one that I am going to spend money on.
Loving the Fine AB today. The scent is out of this world good.
Other Thoughts
Had a good Saturday.
Next week should be interesting.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
2020 Shaves (DE: 88, SE: 15, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
04/25/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Occam's Razor Enoch
Blade: Feather AC Pro (3)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Atomic Rocket 26mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (5)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Fine American Blend
Fragrance: none
Overview
An excellent Saturday SE shave.
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
The Enoch really performed well. It was not as aggressive as it looks. The lather was amazingly slick and thick. There was also about 6 passes worth. It made for a very low effort BBS. I even went ahead and did the third pass, which I usually skip. Just great stuff.
Gear
The Enoch is great, but the angle of head to handle does require getting one's hand close to the face. So, that is a little weird in places, and can make maneuvering it a little tricky. The handle is also thinner than I really like. It is a great shaver that I would not be sad to own. However, it is not one that I am going to spend money on.
Loving the Fine AB today. The scent is out of this world good.
Other Thoughts
Had a good Saturday.
Next week should be interesting.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
fhalden
"Like BarberDave… I make my own fun”
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #526
2020 Shaves (DE: 88, SE: 16, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
04/26/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Colonial Razors The General v1
Blade: Feather AC Pro (4)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Green Ray 24mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (6)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Fine American Blend
Fragrance: none
Overview
Took it a bit too far today.
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
Sometimes when you chase that baby smooth shave you get burned, razor burned that is. I went for the third pass and that left me with a couple of pin-prick sized weepers and some lasting burn. It has been a couple of hours and it is settling down finally. I really should have stopped at 2 passes. The lather was rich, slick, and had nice residual slickness. The quality of the lather tricked me into thinking I could get away with a third pass for the second day in a row. How wrong I was.
Gear
My General still has the original aluminum handle on it. After using the stainless handled one from the passaround, I am thinking about getting a new handle for mine, like a Maggard MR5. I really need to wait a bit before I put in another order though.
The PAA Green Ray is a great brush. The knot is ultra soft and really whips up a good lather. This one is another winner.
Other Thoughts
The weekends are too short.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
2020 Shaves (DE: 88, SE: 16, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
04/26/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Colonial Razors The General v1
Blade: Feather AC Pro (4)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Green Ray 24mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (6)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Fine American Blend
Fragrance: none
Overview
Took it a bit too far today.
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
Sometimes when you chase that baby smooth shave you get burned, razor burned that is. I went for the third pass and that left me with a couple of pin-prick sized weepers and some lasting burn. It has been a couple of hours and it is settling down finally. I really should have stopped at 2 passes. The lather was rich, slick, and had nice residual slickness. The quality of the lather tricked me into thinking I could get away with a third pass for the second day in a row. How wrong I was.
Gear
My General still has the original aluminum handle on it. After using the stainless handled one from the passaround, I am thinking about getting a new handle for mine, like a Maggard MR5. I really need to wait a bit before I put in another order though.
The PAA Green Ray is a great brush. The knot is ultra soft and really whips up a good lather. This one is another winner.
Other Thoughts
The weekends are too short.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #527
2020 Shaves (DE: 89, SE: 16, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
04/27/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Baili BD179 TTO
Blade: Baili Super Blue (2)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Green Ray 24mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (7)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Lucky Tiger Bay Rum
Fragrance: none
Overview
A fast shave that was too mild.
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
Pressed for time again today. The lather was decent, but could have been better. It was still much better than many other soaps. The razor only got me to DFS-ish. I can still feel stubble in most places. Tomorrow will be better.
Gear
The BD179 really failed to deliver today. I think it needs a different blade.
Other Thoughts
It has been a long day of meetings for Program Increment Planning today.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
2020 Shaves (DE: 89, SE: 16, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
04/27/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Baili BD179 TTO
Blade: Baili Super Blue (2)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Green Ray 24mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (7)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Lucky Tiger Bay Rum
Fragrance: none
Overview
A fast shave that was too mild.
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
Pressed for time again today. The lather was decent, but could have been better. It was still much better than many other soaps. The razor only got me to DFS-ish. I can still feel stubble in most places. Tomorrow will be better.
Gear
The BD179 really failed to deliver today. I think it needs a different blade.
Other Thoughts
It has been a long day of meetings for Program Increment Planning today.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Sounds like a federal code name. Sorry, I'm watching Criminal Minds.
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #528
2020 Shaves (DE: 90, SE: 16, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
04/28/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Mergress XL @1
Blade: Parker Premium Platinum (1)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Green Ray 24mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (8)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Fine American Blend
Fragrance: none
Overview
I am a little impressed.
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
The lather was perfect. Thick, slick, and protective to the max. The Mergress was mild but really efficient with the Parker blade. Two passes left me full-on BBS with no irritation. The razor just skated over my problem areas leaving me with no lasting irritation. It was an excellent introduction to the Mergress. I am a happy shaver today.
Gear
The large stainless knob on the Mergress XL definitely changes the balance. While the regular Progress is very head heavy, the Mergress XL is decidedly tail heavy. However, it is closer to balanced than the standard Progress. The Parker Variant is a little closer to balanced, IMO. The shave was excellent. The heavy knob helps give the razor a solid feel against the skin and helps maintain even contact throughout each stroke. I found myself wanting to hold back on the razor, rather than push down. I am going to have to do some comparison shaves with the Variant and the regular Progress, but I do think that the shave is just a bit better with the Mergress. That could also be an effect of my perceptions relating to the cost and work put into the razor.
Other Thoughts
It is Tuesday. So far it has been an okay week. Hopefully that will continue.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
2020 Shaves (DE: 90, SE: 16, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
04/28/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Mergress XL @1
Blade: Parker Premium Platinum (1)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Green Ray 24mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (8)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Fine American Blend
Fragrance: none
Overview
I am a little impressed.
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
The lather was perfect. Thick, slick, and protective to the max. The Mergress was mild but really efficient with the Parker blade. Two passes left me full-on BBS with no irritation. The razor just skated over my problem areas leaving me with no lasting irritation. It was an excellent introduction to the Mergress. I am a happy shaver today.
Gear
The large stainless knob on the Mergress XL definitely changes the balance. While the regular Progress is very head heavy, the Mergress XL is decidedly tail heavy. However, it is closer to balanced than the standard Progress. The Parker Variant is a little closer to balanced, IMO. The shave was excellent. The heavy knob helps give the razor a solid feel against the skin and helps maintain even contact throughout each stroke. I found myself wanting to hold back on the razor, rather than push down. I am going to have to do some comparison shaves with the Variant and the regular Progress, but I do think that the shave is just a bit better with the Mergress. That could also be an effect of my perceptions relating to the cost and work put into the razor.
Other Thoughts
It is Tuesday. So far it has been an okay week. Hopefully that will continue.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #529
2020 Shaves (DE: 91, SE: 16, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
04/29/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Parker Variant @1
Blade: Parker Premium Platinum (1)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Green Ray 24mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (9)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Fine American Blend
Fragrance: none
Overview
Good stuff
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
Today's shave was a little rougher than yesterday's. The lather was almost as good, but that is probably because I was a little pressed for time. It was a very nice BBS shave.
Gear
The Variant head has a little more friction than the Mergress head. It is still a smooth shaver, but it is not quite as smooth. The Variant is also a little more head heavy than the Mergress XL. It makes for a more aggressive shave at the same setting. The shave was still excellent. This is a fabulous razor design. However, I have to give the Mergress higher marks.
Other Thoughts
It's Hump Day...
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
2020 Shaves (DE: 91, SE: 16, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
04/29/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Parker Variant @1
Blade: Parker Premium Platinum (1)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Green Ray 24mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (9)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Fine American Blend
Fragrance: none
Overview
Good stuff
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
Today's shave was a little rougher than yesterday's. The lather was almost as good, but that is probably because I was a little pressed for time. It was a very nice BBS shave.
Gear
The Variant head has a little more friction than the Mergress head. It is still a smooth shaver, but it is not quite as smooth. The Variant is also a little more head heavy than the Mergress XL. It makes for a more aggressive shave at the same setting. The shave was still excellent. This is a fabulous razor design. However, I have to give the Mergress higher marks.
Other Thoughts
It's Hump Day...
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #530
2020 Shaves (DE: 92, SE: 16, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
04/30/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Merkur Progress @1
Blade: Parker Premium Platinum (1)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Green Ray 24mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (10)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Fine American Blend
Fragrance: none
Overview
Another comparison shave.
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
It was a really smooth shave today. A really great lather combined with the mild yet efficient head of the Progress made for a BBS shave. I did press down a bit too much, however. There is a bit of razor burn going on.
Gear
I may keep going with the comparison shaves, but after three I can definitely say that the Mergress XL is a superior razor. The Parker Variant is a great shaver, but the finish on the head gives it a little more drag than either the Progress or the Mergress, but the handle has a good weight making for a decently balanced razor. The Progress has a good chrome finish, but all the weight is in the head and the razor is very light overall. It can be easy to use too much pressure with it. The Mergress XL is heavy, but has good balance. The adjustment is smoothest of the three, but that is not the main attraction. The weight gives the razor presence in the hand making it less likely that one will use too much pressure while shaving with it. That adjustment knob does make a big difference.
Other Thoughts
The Death Nuts are on the way...
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
2020 Shaves (DE: 92, SE: 16, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
04/30/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Merkur Progress @1
Blade: Parker Premium Platinum (1)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Green Ray 24mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (10)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Fine American Blend
Fragrance: none
Overview
Another comparison shave.
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
It was a really smooth shave today. A really great lather combined with the mild yet efficient head of the Progress made for a BBS shave. I did press down a bit too much, however. There is a bit of razor burn going on.
Gear
I may keep going with the comparison shaves, but after three I can definitely say that the Mergress XL is a superior razor. The Parker Variant is a great shaver, but the finish on the head gives it a little more drag than either the Progress or the Mergress, but the handle has a good weight making for a decently balanced razor. The Progress has a good chrome finish, but all the weight is in the head and the razor is very light overall. It can be easy to use too much pressure with it. The Mergress XL is heavy, but has good balance. The adjustment is smoothest of the three, but that is not the main attraction. The weight gives the razor presence in the hand making it less likely that one will use too much pressure while shaving with it. That adjustment knob does make a big difference.
Other Thoughts
The Death Nuts are on the way...
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Dave in KY
Shave Newbie
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
What couldn't go wrong?
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #531
2020 Shaves (DE: 93, SE: 16, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
05/01/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Mergress XL @2
Blade: Parker Premium Platinum (2)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Green Ray 24mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (11)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Fine American Blend
Fragrance: none
Overview
Shave #2 with the Mergress XL
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
One word... Amazing.
The lather was everything it should have been. The razor skated across my face. I came out of it with a very nice, low irritation BBS. Happy Friday!
Gear
The PAA Green Ray brush is excellent. It has the same knot as the Yaqi 26mm Rainbow Handle, just at 24mm. This brown knot is one of my favorite synthetic knots. The Green Ray is a lather machine that feels great on the face.
I am loving the shaves that the Mergress is giving me. It is a nice improvement over the standard Progress which is a very fine piece of shaving hardware to begin with.
Other Thoughts
The people in my office like discussing politics a little too much. Ugh.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
2020 Shaves (DE: 93, SE: 16, Straight: 5, Cart: 0, Skipped: 6)
05/01/2020
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water/Stirling Piacenza pre-shave oil
Razor: Mergress XL @2
Blade: Parker Premium Platinum (2)
Bowl: Fine Lather Bowl
Brush: PAA Green Ray 24mm
Soap/Cream: Bluebell Select Shaving Soap Peppermint (11)
AS 1: Thayer's Coconut Water Facial Toner
AS 2: Nivea Sensitive ASB & Lucky Tiger Disappearing Cream
AS 3: Fine American Blend
Fragrance: none
Overview
Shave #2 with the Mergress XL
SOTD Pic
None
Shave Quality
One word... Amazing.
The lather was everything it should have been. The razor skated across my face. I came out of it with a very nice, low irritation BBS. Happy Friday!
Gear
The PAA Green Ray brush is excellent. It has the same knot as the Yaqi 26mm Rainbow Handle, just at 24mm. This brown knot is one of my favorite synthetic knots. The Green Ray is a lather machine that feels great on the face.
I am loving the shaves that the Mergress is giving me. It is a nice improvement over the standard Progress which is a very fine piece of shaving hardware to begin with.
Other Thoughts
The people in my office like discussing politics a little too much. Ugh.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
I refuse to discuss politics with most people. It is no longer done respectfully by most people.