Since I just flipped(threw away)my only Phoenix,, I'll get another sometime. I didn't know Phoenix had an unscented soap.
I’ve been shaving exclusively with a Gamechanger .84 OC for the last two years. It beat out my Karve, Charcoal Goods, Rex Ambassador, ATT Windsor and so many others including some of my favorite vintage Gillette’s. Is the Lupo (having similarities to a Wolfman) better than a .84? and if I liked the .84 OC and SB, but found the Jaws too harsh, and the .68 too mild, which Lupo baseplate would you recommend?
I have the RR GC.84 and the Lupo.72 and I prefer the 2nd Generation Lupo.72 because it is easier to load and unload blades, great blade clamping design, great for under the nose area and I can use any of my favorite blades in the Lupo .72 razor and get stellar results. There are a lot of reviews out there on the 2nd Generation Lupo's that should confuse any one considering. There is not a lot of difference in blade feel from the RR Lupo.72 & .95 from my observations and readings. Very good razor, the price just recently went up a little like every thing else.
How is the Lupo SS .95 OC in comparison with the SB? Is it really THAT much smoother? I have read several reviews that said, that the OC is smoother than the SB…for me personally i don ´t think that it can get any smoother, but prove me wrong. Thinking of buying the OC head, so i am interested in your thoughts.
Lupo .95 SB that i have been using and i can not imagine how the OC could be any smoother, i am so satisfied with the SB that i am not even going to try the OC
I am intrigued by the OC…but i would wonder if it get´s even smoother than the SB. But i think i will pull the trigger and buy it. Not in the near future but i will do…
I haven't used any of my Lupo variants in my den in some time. So, yesterday evening I decided to pull out the largest gap version and newest to the line up, the Lupo 1.27. I will say, that despite its gap size, this is not an overly aggressive or harsh feeling shaver. Yes, you will get plenty of blade feel that is a notch or two above the .95 but, it has a well mannered disposition once one finds the angle which for me is near the safety bar. Paired it with a Minora blade and a Ti handle from DScosmetics, it was a full BBS finish in two passes. No irritation or weepers to mention except for a minimal feel of heat gremlins around the chin area as I went with a couple extra strokes to clear a patch in the area. The alum pass gave me affirmation of that but, I knew I went a bit far without using some extra lather there. That's on me. Everywhere else was smooth and trauma free with relaxed skin. The cooling menthol from the splash just put the finishing touch with a subtle but, quenching burn all around that had my face enjoying the crisp cooling aftereffects. I will say this. If one is a Muhle R41 user and would like something in stainless steel with better clamping power & rigidity, the 1.27 is a quality option to look into. Or, if one is a one to two times a week shaver, this pup has that covered as well with great cutting ability once used with a soft touch. It will tackle a weeks worth of stubble without skipping a beat. Again, not for those that like mild shavers or newbies to the wet shave game but, if you have a good understanding and practice of sound technique, with a little focus this one is a whisker go-getter. The 1.27 is the Leader of the Lupo Pack. Great shaves to all...
DE SOTD, Tuesday, June 18th 2024 Razor : Razorock Lupo.72 SSP- Released or Mfg Jan 2021>, mid range. Excellent machining, finish + design for my shaving needs. Had a close comfortable stellar shave this morning. Blade : Polsilver SI (3) sharp and smooth with great longevity. Soap : Razorock Lavender, nice masculine lavender scented + excellent lather qualities. Brush : Yaqi " Mysterious space" 24mm Timber wolf knot. Excellent lather generator, luxury cloud like soft tips, nice splay scrubber + excellent lather painter. The Yaqi timber wolf knot is very good for face feel and scrubbing. Pre shave : (Dedicated Cashmere synthetic)Brush wash whole face with CeraVe hand bar cleanser with a dollop of clear Aloe Vera on the cleaned beard area. Prep : Cold water rinse after each pass of 2 + pickups. WTG + ATG + pickups. Post shave : Ach Brito Lavanda with witch hazel + a dollop of CeraVe moisturizing lotion(scentless). Results : or CCS,DFS,BBS + no irritation + no weepers= Had a close comfortable stellar shave this morning with my RR Lupo.72 with a Polsilver SI blade. Have some great shaves!
