Just A Shave: Maggard Razors V3M - Astra Platinum (6) - Stirling Hipster - Semogue 1305

Picking some cheap gear to go with my Zamak V3M, for mild, head. Such a good shave can be had with all this stuff for cheapy cheap cheap.

Razor: Maggard Razors - V3M
Blade: Astra - Superior Platinum (6)
Lather: Stirling - Hipster
Brush: Semogue - 1305 Boar (26 uses)
Post: Nivea Post Shave Balm Sensitive

Razor and Blade Notes - Maggard Razors - V3M ::: Astra - Platinum (6 uses):
Wonderful combo. Smootness abounds. Cut well, while being ultra comfortable.

Soap Notes - Stirling - Hipster:
Them:

Scent: I got the tea and the fruityiness. I also got some mint type stuff, and the greenery, and maybe an aquatic.

Of course I got the cooling agent too. Not a fan of those in general, and though I could tolerate this one in the summer if I had to, it was a bit much for me. However, I"m in the minority here. so don't count my opinion on that aspect worth much.

Scent Strength: 6/10, nicely present during shaving.

Lather: I lost sight of how much lather Stirling will take and should have added more. But turned out great as I adjusted after first pass.

Hydration: Dry End of Perfect (for me)

* 30 sec load with a Lightly-Wet brush
* 5 tsp added to make lather
* = 5 passes of lather

Bowl: Roger Quintero 3D Printed Bowl
I use the XL version of this bowl.
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:339...

Brush Notes - Semogue - 1305 Boar (26 uses):
What a soft luxurious brush. And so young, too. Will be amazing in a hundred shaves.

*Shave Quality*
During the Shave Feel:
Cheeks: Smooth
Neck: Smooth
After the Shave Closeness:
Cheeks: Near BBS - About as close as I'll ever get
Neck: Few hairs are showing some tip length (with most being cut flush)

I'm gradually adding answers to frequent questions here: http://www.sugardaddyshaves.com

Wetshaving is the age-old shaving method where you create a lather from a soap or cream, usually with a brush. And these days, we also usually mean using a safety razor (aka double edge or DE) or single edge or straight razor to remove the hair. We often enjoy less irritated skin, healthier skin, more enjoyable shaves, and often closer shaves than those who use a multi-bladed cartridge and canned shaving foam.