Morning gents,
Saturdays shave report below and my 18th straight shave. I'm going to keep mentioning what number it is so that I can keep track of how many I've had
I had over a weeks growth after a very busy week and was desperate to get rid of it.
The Maesto is a 2 band finest and is another new addition to the den, but it is very similar to my horn 2 band finest. I did ask for a bulb but ended up with more of a fan and with a short loft. I actually really enjoyed the brush, but as I said, it's a similar spec to the horn which is a shame.
Lathered up with ATG LE Bleu 1912 which was lovely as always. Actually used a little too much water so lather was flying about the place, took me a while to stabilise it but got there in the end!
The shave was good. One pass with the MW knocked most of the stubble down, still a little patchy and wanting to get a final shave in with the Brass General, I completed the second pass with the latter.
The end result was smooth, not the closest or the best finish, but acceptable, with no irritation or nicks.
I'll quickly surmise my thoughts on the Brass General;
It's a nice weight and balance. It shaves smoothly. If you like patina and a rough around the edge finish you'll like this. The metallic smell of the brass was enough to put me off, I could smell it through the soap and that was a turn off for me. A lovely razor, but not one I'll be adding to the den. Thank you to the forum for the opportunity to try it. Apologies it spent a little longer with me than I would have liked. It's being posted today!
. Never mind! I'll post in here when I have it in hand
