10 Feb 2023
36 hours growth.
Nice leisurely shave. The usual 3x Hot Water Soak, then proraso Blue pre-shave (nearly finished) then more hot water.
Razor:
Gillette Rocket HD for the first time.
Cream: Had to try the TOBS Lime Zest cream.
Blade: Loaded a Gillette 7 o'clock Super Stainless (1) first time I used this blade.
Brush: re-knotted EverReady 200, thinks it's Boar but not sure.
Finished with Brut AS to complete the Green Friday theme.
Really nice combo the Gillette Rocket HD at around 71 grams, and the Gillette 7 o'clock Green SS.
This blade is more efficient than the Rockwell. Very pleasant to use, feels entirely safe. It feels sharper and smoother than my current favourite the Astra SP. Surprised at how much it reduced the stubble on the first pass.
Two passes only were needed, WTG and XTG with a few minor touch-ups for a really satisfying clean shave.
Did not attempt any ATG with this new (for me) Razor/Blade combo.
Residual: Minor stubble left behind under the point of the chin, and around the Adam's apple area, but still very satisfied.
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