#461
(This post was last modified: 02-11-2024, 11:58 PM by AJSharp.)
FWIW LOOT and others the soap, from a very hyped company, is not the first to disappoint me. I found the scent to be very artificial like that lemon cake your friend had at his birthday party at the local bowling alley when you were eight. It was thirsty (we have a water softener system) which is only an observation and not a complaint. The soap went on smooth and soft with my synthetic brush which is where it excelled. However the overall shave was average and reminded me of a Razorock formulation so nothing special. It also left my very average skin somewhat dry like any other average preforming soap. However with it's price (approximately $7.50 USD per oz) it and the prior one (a different scent) doesn't work for me. But, hey, I tried it and have finished it ... on to the next one. Enjoy the Superbowl everyone who par takes in that fun

And yes the Salient is a great razor which performs much better than its price point. It’s an efficient daily shaver but most importantly (to me) it’s very smooth and comfortable

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#462

Member
Indiana
(This post was last modified: 02-12-2024, 04:23 PM by CK89.)
(02-11-2024, 09:17 PM)AJSharp Wrote: FWIW LOOT and others the soap, from a very hyped company, is not the first to disappoint me. I found the scent to be very artificial like that lemon cake your friend had at his birthday party at the local bowling alley when you were eight. It was thirsty (we have a water softener system) which is only an observation and not a complaint.  The soap went on smooth and soft with my synthetic brush which is where it excelled. However the overall shave was average and reminded me of a Razorock formulation so nothing special. It also left my very average skin somewhat dry like any other average preforming soap. However with it's price (approximately $7.50 USD per oz) it and the prior one (a different scent) doesn't work for me. But, hey, I tried it and have finished it ... on to the next one.  Enjoy the Superbowl everyone who par takes in that fun

And yes the Salient is a great razor which performs much better than its price point. It’s an efficient daily shaver but most importantly (to me) it’s very smooth and comfortable

The main reason I purchase GD soaps is for their excellent post-shave performance. I ordered more than 15 of their soaps and haven't encountered any performance issues, except for one durability issue, which was promptly refunded by him. Since I'm out of GD soap now, I plan to order more during the next drop. Currently, their soaps are priced at around $29 for 5 oz., which is less than $6 per oz.

Sometimes, the amount of water used in the lathering process can affect the post-shave performance, especially for thirsty soaps like Lothur. When I use less water, I notice my face feels dry after shaving. However, when I ensure to add enough water and apply the wet brush method, I consistently achieve excellent post-shave results.

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#463

Member
Chester County, PA
(This post was last modified: 02-13-2024, 01:01 AM by dtownvino.)
In other news - some additional razors are being sent for more polishing tests as of today.  Stay tuned to the real topic, the razor.

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#464
(02-11-2024, 09:17 PM)AJSharp Wrote: FWIW LOOT and others the soap, from a very hyped company, is not the first to disappoint me. I found the scent to be very artificial like that lemon cake your friend had at his birthday party at the local bowling alley when you were eight. It was thirsty (we have a water softener system) which is only an observation and not a complaint.  The soap went on smooth and soft with my synthetic brush which is where it excelled. However the overall shave was average and reminded me of a Razorock formulation so nothing special. It also left my very average skin somewhat dry like any other average preforming soap. However with it's price (approximately $7.50 USD per oz) it and the prior one (a different scent) doesn't work for me. But, hey, I tried it and have finished it ... on to the next one.  Enjoy the Superbowl everyone who par takes in that fun

And yes the Salient is a great razor which performs much better than its price point. It’s an efficient daily shaver but most importantly (to me) it’s very smooth and comfortable

Very impressive that you hated the scent and still finished off the whole tub... I take it the performance must have been good enough to power through the scent.
#465

Just Here for the Shaves
Williamsburg, KY
Tuesday February 13, 2024
Razor: Salient / Tibam Ti Handle
Blade: Wizamet
Brush: Rubberset 400 / Cashmere
Soap: I Coloniali Shave Cream w/Mango Oil
AS : Witch Hazel + Ethos Blood Orange
Fragrance: Amouage Sunshine Man
Consecutive Daily Shaves - # 1,923

Enjoying my Salient while I dream about a Ti Diamondback Cool
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This post by Dave in KY mentions views and opinions expressed and makes it known that they are "those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of DFS or any other member, agency, organization, employer or company."  Big Grin
#466

Member
Chester County, PA
(02-13-2024, 02:12 AM)Dave in KY Wrote: Tuesday February 13, 2024
Razor: Salient / Tibam Ti Handle
Blade: Wizamet
Brush: Rubberset 400 / Cashmere
Soap: I Coloniali Shave Cream w/Mango Oil
AS : Witch Hazel + Ethos Blood Orange
Fragrance: Amouage Sunshine Man
Consecutive Daily Shaves - # 1,923

Enjoying my Salient while I dream about a Ti Diamondback  Cool
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Great razor, beautiful handle!, nice software and brush!

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#467
Anyone have any updates from Andrew on the Ti DB?
#468

Member
Indiana
(This post was last modified: 02-15-2024, 09:06 PM by CK89.)
(02-14-2024, 02:28 AM)Dragonsbeard Wrote: Anyone have any updates from Andrew on the Ti DB?

The only email I received on February 9th:
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#469

Living on the edge
(This post was last modified: 02-15-2024, 05:03 PM by Tester28.)
"shaving absolutely beautifully, better than the stainless versions"

Mmmmm...as I have said, ad nauseam, titanium make everything better.

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#470

Member
Maryland
(02-15-2024, 04:45 PM)Tester28 Wrote: "shaving absolutely beautifully, better the stainless versions"

Mmmmm...as I have said, ad nauseam, titanium make everything better.

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