looks like it probably is one of those scenarios! hmm
FWAaron
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Testing cause it looks like my server (lemmy.world) is having issues. seeing if maybe it's specific to piefed or the wetshaving piefed server
As I just don't feel like creating a piefed account if I don't have to, I ought to be able to comment over there with this account right?
Took a bit of effort getting my account to "see" the piefed wetshaving community but eventually I got it to.
February 19, 2026
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: AKA Brushworx w/ AP Shave Co 26mm Cashmere Fan
- Razor: GEM G-Bar
- Blade: GEM PTFE
- Lather: Barrister and Mann - Vespers
- Post Shave: Neutrogena Hydro-Boost Gel Cream
- Fragrance: Stirling Soap Co. - Christmas Eve
- Whiskers: Jojoba/Argan w/Tea Tree Oil
After a long mild spell here we had a pretty big snow, so I decided to get out some more of my winter themed stuff again.
February 17, 2026
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: AKA Brushworx w/ AP Shave Co 26mm Cashmere Fan
- Razor: Gillette slim
- Blade: Gillette Silver Blue
- Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Haverford
- Post Shave: Neutrogena Hydro-Boost Gel Cream
- Fragrance: Noble Otter - Firefighter
- Whiskers: Jojoba/Argan w/Tea Tree Oil
February 14, 2026
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: Badlands Shaving w/ AP Shave Co G5c 26mm
- Razor: Gillette flat bottom tech
- Blade: Gillette Silver Blue
- Lather: Barrister and Mann - Vespers
- Post Shave: Neutrogena Hydro-Boost Gel Cream
- Fragrance: Barrister and Mann - Vespers
- Whiskers: Jojoba/Argan w/Tea Tree Oil
Went with Vespers today because it's been very warm here in Minneapolis! So I wanted to use it once more while there's still some snow and feels a bit wintry.
February 13, 2026
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: Badlands Shaving w/ AP Shave Co G5c 26mm
- Razor: GEM G-Bar
- Blade: GEM PTFE
- Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Saguaro Blossom
- Post Shave: Neutrogena Hydro-Boost Gel Cream
- Fragrance: Stirling Soap Co. - Campania
- Whiskers: Jojoba/Argan w/Tea Tree Oil
February 12, 2026
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: Badlands Shaving w/ AP Shave Co G5c 26mm
- Razor: GEM G-Bar
- Blade: GEM PTFE
- Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Haverford
- Post Shave: Neutrogena Hydro-Boost Gel Cream
- Fragrance: Chiseled Face - Sherlock
- Whiskers: Jojoba/Argan w/Tea Tree Oil
Pretty much the same as yesterday except the fragrance. Sherlock is nice. I think I should use it more! When I first spray it it's a bit strong and certain notes stand out too much but once it's on its well balanced.
How is Abbate y La Mantia? I'm thinking about getting a hard shaving soap like theirs or SV next time I make a purchase.
February 11, 2026
- Prep: Shower
- Brush: Badlands Shaving w/ AP Shave Co G5c 26mm
- Razor: GEM G-Bar
- Blade: GEM PTFE
- Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Haverford
- Post Shave: Neutrogena Hydro-Boost Gel Cream
- Fragrance: House of Mammoth - Hygge
- Whiskers: Jojoba/Argan w/Tea Tree Oil
Going through all my fragrances from wetshaving artisans. Hygge is a good one!
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I'd look into a vintage adjustable Gillette Slim or Gillette Fatboy on eBay. It may be a bit more than you hoped for but likely less than buying a razor you don't care for and then buying another. If you keep your eyes open I think you may be able to get one with cosmetic imperfections but perfectly usable for under 50.
Gillette slims and Fatboys have a geometry where there is not much blade flex, which can reduce chatter and catching, so they're good for beginners IMO.