What do you suggest? Lets try to get this to a small list if possible.


Brush Help:
Ok I have this badger brush I bought on Ebay some years back and it has been an OK brush but I think my lack of wonderful full lather is that brush so I want to invest in ONE nice brush that will last me a long time and produce nice lather and hold water. Now I have only used that one brush so I think I want something with a soft feel but just a little firmness to get in the beard. I am lazy sometimes and go days without shaving and will have some decent growth.

After Shave:
The only after shave I have used also is Nancy Boy aftershave gel. It was wonderful back in the day of its newness but now I think it has to be 3 years old lol. It lasts a while for me. What do you guys think is a good one that is a LOTION or GEL. I prefer not not to have a splash. Also I don't want alcohol if possible but witch hazel would be good.

Double End Razor:
I just bought the Merkur Classic Safety Razor (I think) and its a very basic model. I will give this guy a while before I decide if I like it or will get one more aggressive. If I do what are some good ones to consider. Something that is not crazy expensive. I think I like the short handle but I have not used a long handle.


If you have to pick just ONE of each of the three items above which one would it be (you can list two if you have to). I will look into the one listed the most and I do plan to buy and hope its all I will need. I have gone some years with what I have and hope to stay simple yet effective.

Thanks for taking the time to answer
Larry