Thanks Gary. that combo took off almost a weeks worth of growth in the first pass. the rest was easy..............
DE SOTD, Sat, Aug14th 2021 Razor: Gillette Fatboy E4, MFG 1959 4th qtr, Excellent adjustable, I enjoy using this razor. Birth year razor also. Blade: Gillette Astra Superior Stainless(6), Sharp & smooth with great longevity. Great results mostly with this blade. Soap: Cyril R Salters Indian Sandalwood, love this scent, excellent lather qualities, good economics also. Brush: Yaqi Chianti's 24mm synthetic, excellent lather creator, heavenly like soft tips, gentle scrub + excellent lather painter. Pre shave: Brush wash whole face with CeraVe hand bar cleanser + a dollop of clear Aloe Vera gel on the cleaned beard area. Prep: Cold water rinse after each pass of 2 + pickups. Post shave: Proraso Red sandalwood with witch hazel + a dollop of Nivea with HA. Results: CCS,DFS,BBS + no irritation + no weepers= excellent shave with my Fatboy with a Astra SS blade. Have some great shaves!