**Oct. 11, 2026**
* **Brush:** Simpsons Chubby2 Super Badger
* **Razor:** Wade & Butcher Special
* **Lather:** Martin De Candre - Vetiver - Croap
* **Bowl:** - Sheffield-made shaving mug
Finally got the Wade & Butcher shave-ready. Looking forward to getting to know this one.
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Oct. 6, 2026
Brush: Rad Dinosaur Creations Clark High Mountain Rex Silvertip Badger
Razor: MÜHLE R41
Blade: Gillette Nacet (1)
Lather: House of Mammoth - Shire - Croap
Post Shave: House of Mammoth - Shire - Balm
Bowl: Captain’s Choice - Old Ironsides
My daughter kept me awake most of the night, so I was going to keep things simple this morning.
Somehow, I ended up wanting a proper shave and reached for the R41.
It turned out to be an excellent choice. Three passes gave me a very clean shave, and even the fine stubble I usually miss was gone.
I don’t remember liking the R41 quite this much before.
Perhaps all the razors I’ve used since then have taught me a little about how to use it.
It’s interesting how the way you see a razor can change with time.
Back to the straight razor for the first time in a while.
A few shaves ago, I managed to get some rust on the edge because of the water, so I had to rebuild the edge from scratch.
I started with 800 grit, then 1000, 6000, 12000, and finally the Nakayama natural stone.
But 6000 → Nakayama wasn’t giving me the edge I wanted. I tried a few other stones as well and went through quite a bit of trial and error. 😅
In the end, I think the Naniwa 12k was what really made the difference. I managed to get an edge that feels just as good as before. I’m still not sure how much difference the Nakayama actually made. 😂
Next time, I’ll try sharpening it again without the Nakayama and see what happens.
Today I went for three passes. My technique is definitely getting better too. Almost no bleeding, and I ended up with a very satisfying shave all over.
The Speick scent left everything smelling fresh and clean.
Happy Shaving! 🪒
Razor: DOVO Bergischer Löwe
Brush: Simpson Chubby 2 Super
Cream: Speick Men
Aftershave: Speick After Shave Balsam Sensitive
Passes: 3
Overslept this morning and was already running late. It was also raining, and I’m still getting over a cold, so I wasn’t exactly at my best.
Thankfully, face lathering was quick and easy, so I managed to get a shave in without making myself even later. Just one pass, though, and the result was pretty average.
Then I arrived at the nursery and realised I’d forgotten my daughter’s entire bag of stuff. 😂
So, not exactly my most organised morning.
Razor: Blackland Blackbird
Blade: Astra Superior Platinum (1st use)
Brush: Simpson Chubby 2 Super
Soap: Noble Otter Logbook
After Shave: Zingari Man After Shave Serum Unscented
Razor: DOVO Bergischer Löwe 5/8
Scuttle: Steve Woodhead Pottery
Brush: RadDinosaurCreations Clark
Soap: House of Mammoth Shire
After Shave: House of Mammoth Shire
I started with a Mühle R89.
Somehow, I ended up here.
After wandering around the internet for far too long, I’ve gradually put together this little collection. Every piece you see here has been a genuinely wonderful tool to use, and I’d like to give each of them a proper review in due course.
The rabbit hole is surprisingly deep, though.
I mean, one day you’re buying a razor, and before you know it, you’re ordering sharpening stones online. 😂
I’m still very much learning with the straight razor, so the training continues. On weekends, when I have a little more time in the morning, I’ll usually spend some of it practising with the straight.
Still plenty to learn, but that’s rather part of the fun.
SOTD
Razor: Mühle R41
Blade: Feather Hi-Stainless (1)
Brush: Mühle STF Synthetic
Soap: Geo. F. Trumper Sandalwood Hard Soap
Post: Taylor of Old Bond Street Mr. Taylor Aftershave Balm
I’ve been wet shaving for about three years, mostly with a Mühle R89.
Recently I finally decided to try the R41 after reading so many stories about it. To my surprise, I didn’t find it scary at all. In fact, I really enjoyed the efficiency and how easily it shaved my jawline.
Today was my first time pairing it with a Feather blade.
Well… let’s just say my face reminded me who’s in charge. 😅
I ended up with quite a few small nicks. Lesson learned! I think my technique still needs to catch up with such an efficient combination.
I’m really enjoying discovering the world of traditional wet shaving, and reading everyone’s SOTDs here has been a big inspiration.
I’m starting to understand why people enjoy this hobby so much.
Have a great shave!