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Andy_Shaves

Andy_Shaves

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Tonyschin said:
29/01/23

Comparison Shave #1

Pre - Sainsbury's Luxury Soap, Bergamot & Nectarine

Brush - Erasmic Gelousy Bulb 20mm

Soap - OSP Spirits

Razor - Tatara Masamune / Ikon Bulldog Handle - Lambda Athena

Blade - Personna Med Prep in each

Post - Cold water Rinse

Balm - Proraso Red

A/S - Pashana Original



Today a comparison shave with the Tatara Masamune and Athena. I used the Athena on the left and the Masamune on the right - both fitted with a Med prep.

The Little Hybrid brush whipped up a very nice lather, this knot is so soft on the face and i am glad i found a home for it in the cheapo Erasmic handle.

So, Once lathered i completed the WTG pass on the left with the Athena, this razor is just so comfortable to use, with the blade held firmly there is no chatter and it just glides over the skin taking the stubble away with ease.

Moving on to the Tatara, again a lovely smooth pass, to me, very similar in feel and stubble reduction. No issue at all on first pass.

I rinsed and checked the results and there is a slight difference to the Tatara side when rubbing ATG, there seems to be the slightest feeling of rougher stubble left.

I then completed my ATG pass with each razor, again both feeling similar and both working very well.

My face is now as smooth as silk, with some areas around the Whirlpools and high cheek that could do with a bit attention.

As the Brush held enough of the good stuff for a full pass i decided to go for a full XTG pass as both razors are very comfortable to use and i did not feel i would derma-plane too deeply.

Job done and no negative issues to report.

The Finish - Excellent, a very close comfortable BBS all round.

A nice post shave to finish and no indication from the splash.

For me, the Athena, wins this one. Although they both shave about the same, for me, the user experience of the Athena is just that bit more luxurious.

Its those little touches.



Next Opponent the Karve SS with the C plate, another firm favourite form which i get similar results.

Stay safe and enjoy your day all.
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Nice write up & comparison Shave Gl a d the Athena is working well for you 💯👌
 
CRISANTO

CRISANTO

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Sunday, January 29, 2023.

Floïd pre shave oil. Stirling soap Co., Stirling Green: Shaving soap & Post shave balm. Vie-Long 15094, synthetic hair, green resin lampshade. shaving brush. Jose Monserrat Pou, Filarmonica 14, Especial, green scales with bucolic motifs. Ralph Laurent, Green, EdT.

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MPF9

MPF9

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Sun 29th January

Alpha Classic G4 28mm
MWF
ER Streamline
Gem S/S ( 2 )
Pitralon Classic A/S Lotion

As my skin very dry at the moment, too much time indoors with Central Heating, shaving not my favourite pastime. However, I had a good pre wash with Heno de Pravia glycerine soap and used MWF for the Shave, so the Shave was comfortable enough. But I did not go for the closest of finish.

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Paul L

Paul L

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Sunday 29th January

Soap • Stirling Shadow Orchid
Brush • Yaqi Purple Haze Mew Brown 24mm
Razor • German 37 Slant
Blade • Gillette Silver Blue (1)
Post • Pinaud Clubman Classic Vanilla ASL



This razor was part of a PIF. My thanks to Ben, @hdb3326 .
Stirling soap was smuggled from the wrong side of the M1 this morning. Cheers Lee, @LeeMaz

Enjoy the rest of the weekend everyone
 
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