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Hi John. Yes - the splashes perform the same as the RazoRock versions so are good bang for your buck. I'll probably be doing another PIF in June when I sort the den out. I'll also PIF you one of these soaps to try at the same time.I'm loving this thread. I really want to try some of their soaps. Next on my list but I have a lot to work through before making my next purchase. I wonder if anyone on this site would consider some sample swaps? I love trying new and different stuff but I can't justify buying more at the moment. Also, do you rate their splashes?
I missed your comment regarding Cool Water and someone has just said the same thing on ATG. I think you've nailed it with that comparison.The Abysso sort of reminds me of Davidoff cool water.
Glad to see these soaps getting some recognition. I tried the Furiah soap as I liked the art work (reminds me of the Dark Souls games for anyone who's into video games) and found the scent to be similar to Razorock puros or Extro's tobacco.
Their aftershaves are also good and the ones that I have used have some good longevity.
Thanks mate. Very generous! Let me know nearer the time, maybe we can arrange a swap.Hi John. Yes - the splashes perform the same as the RazoRock versions so are good bang for your buck. I'll probably be doing another PIF in June when I sort the den out. I'll also PIF you one of these soaps to try at the same time.
I missed your comment regarding Cool Water and someone has just said the same thing on ATG. I think you've nailed it with that comparison.
Is that the smaller version of the Simpson Brush , as you liked the larger one ? What's your overall thought on the goodfellas smile range ? bit variable ?Chronos review:
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Razor: Colonial General SS
Blade: Schick Proline (3)
Brush: Simpson T2
Soap: TGS Chronos
Pre: Proraso Wood & Spice
ASL: Williams A/V
ASB: RSC
Scent: PR 1 Million
The test lather I did in my palm with the Chronos a few days ago provided a thick and slick lather and I was looking forward to using it. The scent is very similar to PR 1 Million.
The lather stability during this shave seemed pretty poor and there was a lack of residual slickness. The lather was thin and ineffective by the third pass.
Whilst I like the scent of 1M, I found it quite cloying when on my face. I used a new brush with this soap and I'm less than impressed with the brush so I should probably give the Chronos another go with a better brush but I've got so many other good soaps, I don't know if I can be bothered.
Here's the ingredients:
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It's the middle sized brush: T1 (which I don't have) is a 23mm, the T2 is a 24mm and the T3 is 26mm.Is that the smaller version of the Simpson Brush , as you liked the larger one ? What's your overall thought on the goodfellas smile range ? bit variable ?
I've sent you a PMLooks like I made a goof in a recent order and purchased the Inferno, which I already have, instead of the Chronos. If anyone is interested in a trade in the future once life goes semi- back to normal, let me know.
Hi Garry, next time you load your brush, load it like you hate it and see if that improves your lather. I've noticed a fair bit of lather inconsistency across this range of soaps. I've also noticed that I've been the problem on some occasions thoughFollowing on from these excellent reviews from Chris, I thought I'd throw my hat into the ring.
I used TGS Lemon and Mint for the first time on Friday.
I used a ExS Medium Jock Synth and a Rockwell 6S with an R3 plate and an Astra blade which was on its fourth outing.
Using a bowl I added the usual 3 or 4 drops of water and then a 10 second swirl of my brush which had been squeezed so it was just damp.
This produced (what I thought) was a good useable lather but almost immediately the lather had dried considerably. It was certainly “useable†but I decided to add another 5 drops of water from my fingertips and start again.
This worked excellently and produced a great lather but I wouldn't say it was the easiest to work up.
The scent is great, it reminded me of Lemon Hooch which we drink when we were 15 .
Two passes of the neck and cheeks were ample for me (I have a beard).
A quick rub of the Alum block produced very little stinging, I have a really sensitive right side of my neck so this was pleasing.
Balm and the matching ASL was added.
One thing I will say about the scent is that it's very subtle. It's nice but not what I'd call strong.
I didn't get the mint coming through, but on that note I don't get the menthol hit from Floïds Mentally Vigorous either so that could be a problem with my beaker!!
Im going to use it again later this morning and if there's anything different to add then I'll post here.View attachment 54607
I always feel sorry for the poor man trapped in Andy Murrrays bag. Hope he's not still there.
Hi Garry, next time you load your brush, load it like you hate it and see if that improves your lather. I've noticed a fair bit of lather inconsistency across this range of soaps. I've also noticed that I've been the problem on some occasions though
Some of them were - don't let that stop you attacking them though!I'm not sure about your TGS soaps Chris but this tub was full to the brim!! Not a complaint on my part but made loading a tad more difficult.
Well in that case.........Some of them were - don't let that stop you attacking them though!
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