Prep: Hot Shower/Hot Towel
Strop: Osgar restored vintage Shell Horse
Brush: Custom Silver-tip Badger
Soap: MDC
Razor: John Hassal 6/8 Near Wedge
Astringent: Thayer's Witch Hazel
Balm: Nivea Replenishing
A/S: David Craig Bay Rum
Tonight I was up against a substantial 2 1/2 day growth and this wedge is one of my favorites for such occasions. I decided to take my time and have a great shave, I did 3 very slow and precise passes.
Result: This was a phenomenal shave, I'm smoother than a baby's butt, with zero irritation.
Hope you all have equally great shaves today, and thanks for all the fantastic posts.
Grant