WetShaving
This is a community of enthusiasts, hobbyists and artisans who enjoy a traditional wet shave: brush, soap, and safety or straight razor. We are a part of the WetShaving community found on Reddit, Discord, and IRC.
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All NSFW/L content must request mod approval and be flaired appropriately.
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Non-shaving related NSFW/L content is not allowed.
Rule 10 - Moderator Discretion
- The rules may not apply perfectly to every situation. The mods have final discretion.
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March 7, 2024
Brush: Chisel & Hound Lost Nativ 26mm Fanchurian V13
Razor: Iwasaki 13/16" Full Hollow Square Point Tamahagane
Lather: Zingari Man - Mousse Illuminée - Soap
Toner: Thayers - Lemon - Toner
Aftershave: Zingari Man - Mousse Illuminee - Aftershave
2 passes. Face lather. Excellent shave.
Heather produces a wonderful soap base for shaving with a straight razor and her splashes and balms are terrific as well. From my perspective her Zingari Man products punch way above their weight.
Today's shave was actually a test shave. This is the fourth time I've used the Iwasaki, and after the last shave, I wondered if I could push the performance of the edge which was already excellent. But ... you never know until you try, so I took it back to the stones and pushed record on the camera. I was absolutely convinced that I would feel no difference between this shave and my previous shaves with this razor, however, this shave was a tiny bit more comfortable and a tiny bit closer than my previous ones. This razor is now at similar comfort and closeness as a freshly honed Fili 14; and I don't know of a higher standard.