+1 on the Gillette Slim Twist , Voskhod TC blades & Arko Fresh Balm.A superb trio.First birth year razor shave :-
After a bit of searching over the last couple of years, finally picked up a birth year razor (with the right quarter too) in very good condition. Also the first time I've used a Gillette Slim Twist. Returned to the Voskhod balde, which never fails.
A nice clean shave. Love the handle, and paired with the Voskhod no issues whatsoever. Having recently bought a Tech too - find myself enjoying the vinatge, milder razors. Having been wet shaving for 5 years, may be it's that the technique has come together. That or it's an age thing
Happy weekend and shaving gents.
Razor - Gillette Slim Twist
Blade - Voskhod (1)
Cream - GFCC - Original
Brush - Omega 10066
Balm - Arko Fresh
EDT - Hugo Boss Tonic.
Thank you Mr Fox. Just ordered some Arko Fresh shaving cream in preparation for the warm weather next week Hoping the scent and dare I say freshness is somewhere near the balm!+1 on the Gillette Slim Twist , Voskhod TC blades & Arko Fresh Balm.A superb trio.
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Razors: Eye Witness 6/8 & The Silver Ring 6/8
Brush: Omega Barbershop Synth 30mm
Soap: Stirling Barbershop
Post:Thayers Witch Hazel (Cucumber)
EDC: ACC Alvarez Gomez Barberia
Had a bit of a disastrous shave today. Firstly having stropped the "Eye Witness" I managed to roll the edge and as a result it could not cut through butter. That will teach me for watching the Horse Racing at Aintree at the same time.
Reverting to a favourite of mine the "Silver Ring" I managed two passes, a couple of weepers and have some razor burn around the neck area.
I would like to think rather than my technique I have the brush to blame.
It is off to new pastures I am afraid. I cannot get this thing to provide a decent lather and I know the Stirling Barbershop is a magnificent performer.
The shave was redeemed though after a generous helping of Alvarez Gomez Barberia.
Enjoy the Grand National to all you horse lovers and enjoy your shaves.