Razor: Kai AC style(Luffy?) Shavette- MFG 2028>, well built Zamic AC razor, handles well, good one to try learning Straight Shavette style razor. Blade: Kai Protouch guarded - excellent blade, best protection for a straight edge, very sharp & Smoooth IMO. Longevity? Soap: Razorock Irish Country side, mild scent with some of the best lather qualities in any soaps or croaps, good post feel. Brush: Yaqi tuxedo knot 24mm black marble handle synthetic, excellent brush, cloud like soft tips, good back bone and great lather painter. Pre shave: Brush was my whole face with CeraVe hand bar cleanser + a dollop of Aloe Vera gel on the cleaned beard area. Prep: Cold water rinse after each pass of 3 + pickups. WTG + 2 X ATG + pickups. Post shave: Pinaud Clubman with witch hazel + a dollop of Nivea balm (-25C, 37 humidity indoors, very dry) Results: CCS,DFS,BbS + no irritation + no weepers = excellent shave with my Kai Style shavette + Kai Protouch guard.
Have some great shaves! Stay and think safe in these times!