(03-03-2020, 03:54 PM)Marko Wrote:I wholeheartedly agree! And based on your comments/experience, maybe MW isn't finicky but a better term may be versatile.(03-03-2020, 12:25 PM)HoosierShave Wrote:I've tried many ways of lathering MW and I'm sure there's more than one way to do it successfully, however, I'm with Matsilainen , I load for a lot longer than 10-15 seconds. We all find our own path in shaving (as in life) and its great to get the perspective and experience of others along the way. Just because we may have found a way that works for us doesn't mean that there isn't a better or at least different way to get to the same goal. The key is to keep experimenting and not be worried about failing.(03-03-2020, 11:31 AM)Matsilainen Wrote: Your original method* includes loading the brush for only about 10 seconds, correct? I’m amazed that you can pick up enough soap in that time, especially since we’re talking about Mystic Water. I know that the blooming must help. Will have to try the method sometime, I’m intrigued.10 to 15 seconds seems about right. I've never timed it but I don't spend much time loading. The blooming really helps with getting a lot of soap loaded and, perhaps, getting to the gooey stage more quickly.
* https://damnfineshave.com/thread-mystic-...#pid309701
This morning I decided to try gregcss method using a 26mm tuxedo synthetic. The lather turned out to be more like what I am used to getting. But, more importantly, one of the things I've really enjoyed the past couple days has been the experience of trying new methods for lathering MW. Here are pix from this morning with the first being after loading/adding water to the puck for about 30-40 sec: