Originally Posted by
Lynn
I have used the Conck's and the Surrey's and the William's, but if it was just about getting the job done, I would have probably given up the quest long ago. I find that even those of these type soaps that can whip up suds, dry out quickly on the face and do not provide any where near the comfort or pleasure that you get from a shave using the Caraceni, Castle Forbes, MWF, T&H, DR Harris, Da Bomb, Carrie M's creams, Mama's soaps and a lot of better soaps/creams out there. It's funny how just an E&O can change the suds when using fragrances like Lavender or Rose. For years now, I have looked at straight razor shaving as my time and I try to get the most out of the experience that I can, each and every time.
I don't think there is any gospel here, but personal preference is key. Like every thing else I have done in life, I find that I get out of something what I put in to it and that has held true in all the accessories that I have used whether in custom fishing rod making or even in the way I like my motorcycle to look or even the guns I choose to shoot. It is interesting sometimes that people will buy the cheapest available product to get the job done on some things and yet spend a fortune on something else that is their passion in life.
Have fun,
Lynn