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Spitfire (Phoenix & Beau) leather juniper

20 MAY 2016 – 22 JULY 2024

And so it ends. After forty-three shaves, I'm finally done with Spitfire. Due to an obscenely large rotation, it took over eight years to finish the tub, but each shave was pretty satisfying. For a long time I enjoyed the fragrance – a nostalgic blend of leather and juniper. The label also mentioned tobacco, but I never really detected that in the lather. At first, I did notice a strong ammonia smell, likely due to a curing issue, but it faded away after some airing.

Forty-three shaves might not sound like much, but the tub was underfilled to start with. This was one of Phoenix & Beau’s first batches, and they didn’t account for drying. Instead of the expected 114 g, I think I only got around 100 g. No worries, though – it was enough. 

For most of our long relationship, Spitfire and I got along very well, but I won’t be replacing it. While it was nice, it wasn't extraordinary. After about thirty shaves, the scent started to lose its luster, and I just wanted to be done with it. However, the performance was consistently good, especially these last couple of shaves, when I used over six grams of soap to make my lathers.
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Brush Phoenix Shaving Peregrino (682) ・ Razor Karve Overlander SS, 3" G-Tech (11) ・ Blade Derby Extra (1)

So long Spitfire.

Haven’t seen a Cold River in a while.  How long ago was it he hung up his spurs?  A very popular brand for a few years but this was a brand that had some ingredient my skin didn’t like.  Nary a one wouldn’t light me afire.

Tuesday 23, 2024
Razor: WR1 SS .54 DC/WRH2 Ti Handle
Blade: Wizamet
Brush: Prometheus Handle/ Long Reserve VII Badger
Soap: Tonsorial Williams
AS : Witch Hazel + Rooster's Nest Bourbon Bay Rum
Consecutive Daily Shaves - # 2,085

Still hitting the Williams.....

Spitfire (Phoenix & Beau) leather juniper

20 MAY 2016 – 22 JULY 2024

And so it ends. After forty-three shaves, I'm finally done with Spitfire. Due to an obscenely large rotation, it took over eight years to finish the tub, but each shave was pretty satisfying. For a long time I enjoyed the fragrance – a nostalgic blend of leather and juniper. The label also mentioned tobacco, but I never really detected that in the lather. At first, I did notice a strong ammonia smell, likely due to a curing issue, but it faded away after some airing.

Forty-three shaves might not sound like much, but the tub was underfilled to start with. This was one of Phoenix & Beau’s first batches, and they didn’t account for drying. Instead of the expected 114 g, I think I only got around 100 g. No worries, though – it was enough. 

For most of our long relationship, Spitfire and I got along very well, but I won’t be replacing it. While it was nice, it wasn't extraordinary. After about thirty shaves, the scent started to lose its luster, and I just wanted to be done with it. However, the performance was consistently good, especially these last couple of shaves, when I used over six grams of soap to make my lathers.
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Brush Phoenix Shaving Peregrino (682) ・ Razor Karve Overlander SS, 3" G-Tech (11) ・ Blade Derby Extra (1)

Congrats Bouki !! You finally finished a tub! 

Spitfire (Phoenix & Beau) leather juniper

20 MAY 2016 – 22 JULY 2024

And so it ends. After forty-three shaves, I'm finally done with Spitfire. Due to an obscenely large rotation, it took over eight years to finish the tub, but each shave was pretty satisfying. For a long time I enjoyed the fragrance – a nostalgic blend of leather and juniper. The label also mentioned tobacco, but I never really detected that in the lather. At first, I did notice a strong ammonia smell, likely due to a curing issue, but it faded away after some airing.

Forty-three shaves might not sound like much, but the tub was underfilled to start with. This was one of Phoenix & Beau’s first batches, and they didn’t account for drying. Instead of the expected 114 g, I think I only got around 100 g. No worries, though – it was enough. 

For most of our long relationship, Spitfire and I got along very well, but I won’t be replacing it. While it was nice, it wasn't extraordinary. After about thirty shaves, the scent started to lose its luster, and I just wanted to be done with it. However, the performance was consistently good, especially these last couple of shaves, when I used over six grams of soap to make my lathers.
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Brush Phoenix Shaving Peregrino (682) ・ Razor Karve Overlander SS, 3" G-Tech (11) ・ Blade Derby Extra (1)

Congrats Bouki !

You may not replace Spitfire but, I mean, you kinda have to replace an empty tub, right?  

I am a sucker for packaging....

applies to women too......

Heavy day calls for the Broom flower.

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