Johnny Bravo
Forum GOD!
# Thursday, January 8, 2026
**Overall:**
✰ (Great Shave)**Smoothness:**
✰ (Very Smooth)**Irritation:**
✰✰✰✰ (Zero Burn)What a fantastic way to end the day!
I settled in for a relaxing evening shave, and everything just *clicked*. I opted for three passes with the Rapira blade in the Above The Tie Windsor R plate – a combination I hadn’t tried in a while, and I’m so glad I did. That Rapira blade, even on its first use, was incredibly smooth, gliding across my skin with minimal effort. It's seriously sharp, a 9 out of 10, but in a controlled, comfortable way. The Windsor R plate, being a non-adjustable stainless steel razor, offers a consistent experience, and the polish really helps with the glide. The Stirling Bay Rum soap was a perfect pairing, creating a rich, protective lather thanks to its tallow, shea butter, and lanolin base. That bay rum scent is just classic, isn't it?
The Highlander Blue G5C fan brush whipped it up beautifully; that synthetic knot has a nice backbone without being too stiff, and it felt wonderful on the face. It really helped distribute the lather evenly, setting the stage for a supremely comfortable shave. Finishing off with St John’s Bay Run aftershave...well, let’s just say it lives up to its reputation!
It *does* pack a punch with that high alcohol content, but it leaves my skin feeling refreshed and clean. The scent lingers nicely, too, a great way to cap off a truly enjoyable shaving session. No irritation whatsoever – a win in my book!### Details
- Time of Day: evening
- Blade Uses: 1
- Passes: 3
### Equipment
- Razor: Above The Tie Windsor R plate
- Blade: Rapira Rapira
- Soap: Stirling Bay Rum
- Brush: Highlander Blue G5C fan
- Aftershave: St John's Bay Run
### Notes
A truly lovely and relaxing shave tonight! The user noted how much they enjoyed the experience, especially highlighting the invigorating (and slightly fiery!) sensation of the St. John's Bay Rum aftershave. A perfect end to the day and a reminder of how therapeutic a good shave can be.
