Hey sorry for the late update. Much has adjusted since this post. I got another blade, Ralf Aust 6/8" French point and SRD's Modular Strop with the 15 Karat .5 spray. With quite a few strop pings under my belt and shaves I am digging CF soaps. This is still with just my original cream in mind, of course. However, with a properly honed blade, touched up correctly; I have re-created that first RA experience. The soaps are Great! I have another sample in the mail which I will note later. All in all Lince....you were right. This may be the right flavor for me.

v/r,

Charlie