SOTD DEcember 17th
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Stirling Mentholated Pre-Shave Soap
Gillette Red Tip
Pol Silver SI (7)
Jayaruh #134
Stirling D-503 Soap and AS
Happy Monday morning friends! I normally don't push a blade this far but this Pol Silver is still cutting smoothly and delivering results. The Red Tip was awesome today and had me asking why I don't use it more. First shave with the Stirling D-503 set, based on Mont Blanc Legend. The official scent description is:
With a fresh blend of citrus and lavender, followed by a mixture of floral/earthy notes in the middle like geranium, rose, dried fruit, and oakmoss. The base of this is woody with a blend of sandalwood, evernyl, and tonka.
I get a lot of bright citrus and floral off the top followed by the heavier florals(rose, geranium) and a bit of fruityness. I don't pickup any of the woodsy bases or oakmoss or even the lavender for that matter. I must say that this fragrance lives in the top notes, once those fade not much is left behind. I also don't get a very masculine vibe from this one, it feels more feminine in nature and of an older generation at that. Unfortunately D-503 is not a winner for me. The performance was typical Stirling greatness and made for a very nice shave. Have a great day my friends!