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[โ€“] walden 4 points 2 months ago (2 children)

September 14, 2024

  • Brush: AP Shave Co. - 24mm Synbad Fan
  • Razor: Blackland Era - Level 3 SB
  • Blade: Bolzano Superinox (Germany) (1)
  • Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Haverford - Soap
  • Post Shave: Summer Break Soaps - Woodshop - Aftershave
  • Post Shave: allMan - Refined - Balm
  • Fragrance: Cross/Cut - Warm Woods - EdT

The Bolzano blade experiment continues. Yesterday I used an Egypt blade, and today a Germany blade. Tomorrow I'll do a side by side comparison, but I wanted to get a shave on each of them before comparing since I know at least the German version changes after the first shave.

I want to say the Germany blade felt slightly less sharp, but just as smooth as the Egypt version yesterday. Either they have slightly different bezels, or it's just a difference in coatings.

Both yesterday and today were really excellent shaves, and I'm looking forward to using them both tomorrow. I just have to pick a razor to use them in. Either keep them in the Era, or use a Tech? I think a Tech is better suited for switching blades multiple times mid-shave.

[โ€“] djundjila 2 points 2 months ago (1 children)

You need a pair of matched DE razors for these comparison series!

[โ€“] walden 2 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Yes, I'm considering using my Slim Adjustable and Black Beauty, but I probably won't because maybe they're slightly different.

Another option is the Baili BR171. I have 2 of those now after snagging one for $1.50 on Ali Express.

[โ€“] djundjila 1 points 2 months ago

The two bailis sound perfect for this

[โ€“] djundjila 2 points 2 months ago

And fantastic soap choice, dear xir