Udate Hi guys, Well it's been a few weeks since I got my "loot" from Joe I have practiced my techique and learned to make fine shave lather with that fantastic MB soap and boar brush followed by a little Anthony ASB. A few nicks here and there but it's coming along. Gotta say, THIS is the way to shave, hands down. Now I'll explore some other blades and maybe a bit softer brush to use with creams. Thanks for the fine threads and good reading. Joe, you the man. :oze Steve