Saturday 28th November to Friday 4th December 2020.

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Merkur Mergress
Gillette Wilkinson/Gillette Silver Blue
Simpsons Trafalgar T3
Spearhead Heather soap and splash

The shave: Second use of the Mergress. I found Gillette Wilkinson blade very tuggy, which was a surprise as it worked a treat last time. I swapped it out for a Gillette Silver Blue. This blade was much smoother. I did nick myself a couple of times but the end results were amazing. This razor is extremely efficient.

The soap: The scent* is very strong, one which fills the bathroom. I didn't have any hint of a reaction to it either.
The lather came together very easily and was very creamy with a nice sheen to it. It reminds me of Noble Otter but more dense. Slickness was very good too.

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Finished off with the matching splash left my skin very soft and supple.

*I couldn't place the scent from the tub but after a few hours the scent dries down to something similar to YSL Rive Gauche/Fine American Blend/ PAA CAD.

The soap is great but sadly I'm not too keen on the scent. I will probably sell it. This isn't great news as it cost me a bloody fortune!

Have a good week and stay safe Gents.

Cheers
Rob
 
Boycie83 said:
29/11/20

Razor: Rex Ambassador #2
Blade: Gillette Platinum (3)
Brush: Yaqi Purple Haze
Soap: Signature Soaps Vectis
Pre: Proraso White
ASL: Signature Soaps Hibernia
ASB: Proraso Blue

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The Vectis scent gets even better once lathered. It's now my #1 Signature Soaps scent. Lather was excellent as always. Paired with the Rex, this shave was always going to be a good one.

I've said it before but the Signature Soaps aftershaves feel great and seem to be the only artisan splashes that don't feel like they're about to light my face up (or have already).
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Thanks as always Chris
 
Boycie83 said:
29/11/20

Razor: Rex Ambassador #2
Blade: Gillette Platinum (3)
Brush: Yaqi Purple Haze
Soap: Signature Soaps Vectis
Pre: Proraso White
ASL: Signature Soaps Hibernia
ASB: Proraso Blue

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The Vectis scent gets even better once lathered. It's now my #1 Signature Soaps scent. Lather was excellent as always. Paired with the Rex, this shave was always going to be a good one.

I've said it before but the Signature Soaps aftershaves feel great and seem to be the only artisan splashes that don't feel like they're about to light my face up (or have already).
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Once they'll introduce the matching splashes - I'm going to order a set!
 
Mon 30th SOTD 1st Use of the GEM Clog Pruf thanks to a fellow forum member
Soap The Goodfellas Smile Chronos
Brush Yaqi 26mm Rainbow Synthetic
Razor GEM Clog Pruf
Blade GEM Stainless 2nd
Post & Aftershaves
Ice Water + Thayers + Hyaluronic
The Goodfellas Smile Chronos AS
Great lather from the soap. Creamy, slick and very nice scent.
1st use of razor with the blade was very good. Quite smooth and comfortable for 3+1passes and result in a mostly bbs feel. Saw some creepers. Excellent post & aftershaves.
Another wow GEM razor similar to the Junior. Easy to use and although can't do a direct wtg under the nose but xtg and atg on the upper lips area are breezy.
Rating 9.7/10
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Prep= warm shower then Proraso pre shave cream.
Razor= Rockwell 6S R4
Blade= Nacet #5
Brush= Omega boar
Soap= Signature Soaps Vectis
AS= Proraso eucalyptus and menthol
Moisturiser = Keihls Facial Fuel
Superb morning shave: after loading the brush for 45 seconds I had enough soap to be able to shave WTG / XTG / ATG/ ATG- will load the soap for 30 seconds next time. BBS finish . The scent is fantastic- uplifting, ennervating and calming.
 
Pre-shave:- Cold Water straight from the tap
Bowl/Scuttle:- Captain's Choice
Brush:- Semogue SOC 2 Band Finest Badger in Ash Wood 24/53mm knot
Soap/Cream:- Mystic Water ~ Jeff's Lavender
Razor/Blade:- Muhle Rocca R94 / Gillette Stainless (red & white pack) #5
Post/After-shave:- T.N. Dickinson Witch Hazel Astringent mixed into the 240ml bottle with Invite E High Potency Pure Oil (30 drops), Natural Plant Glycerin (20) & Tea Tree Oil Antiseptic (5)
Fragrance:- Tommy Hilfiger for Men
 
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Prep: Valobra Glycerlanolina soap, Myrsol Emulsion
Brush: Saponificio Varesino Two-band High Mountain Manchurian White Badger
Soap: Vintage Creed Espices
Razor: Wolfman WR2
Blade: Super Iridium BN-84 (1)
Post: Thayers Cucumber Witch Hazel; DR Harris Pink Aftershave Splash
Scent: Penhaligon's Blenheim Bouquet EdT

A splendid shave.
 
Burnsy said:
Prep= warm shower then Proraso pre shave cream.
Razor= Rockwell 6S R4
Blade= Nacet #5
Brush= Omega boar
Soap= Signature Soaps Vectis
AS= Proraso eucalyptus and menthol
Moisturiser = Keihls Facial Fuel
Superb morning shave: after loading the brush for 45 seconds I had enough soap to be able to shave WTG / XTG / ATG/ ATG- will load the soap for 30 seconds next time. BBS finish . The scent is fantastic- uplifting, ennervating and calming.
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Thanks Pete,
 
Monday 30th November
Yaqi Heavy Metal - Erasmic - Triceratops 3D by Roger Quintero - GEM SSC #3 - Brut Attraction Totale A/S - Aloe Vera Gel
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Have always had a good shave with Erasmic. I bought a new one recently during a brief lockdown trip to Savers for the great value of £2.49. It performed well above its value and gave a great result with the very manoeuvrable Triceratops. Three shaves down with this super razor, well impressed.
 
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