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Sunday SOTD Thread, August 31st, 2025 (#810)
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August 31st, 2025: Nice
Really nice shave. Super duper. I always regret using this aftershave, though. I think someone must have added some sort of cooling to it in addition to the little bit of menthol that CL aftershaves had by default. Either that, or I get some quick frag burn which combined with the menthol makes it even worse. Either way, this aftershave hurts. Time to give it away, I think.
I've been using straight razors pretty consistently (except when I travel and use cartridge/disposable razors). Going back to DE is a pleasure, especially with a blade that works well. These V12 blades might be my favorite, though it might be a toss up between them and Zorrik. If I had to choose 3 blades for the rest of my life it would be these, Zorrik, and Bolzano.
I've used this soap 8 times this month and it's in my sights for a tub kill. My lathers yesterday and today were quite nice. It seems I'm getting it dialed in (more soap, more water).