I received my G12 scuttle today and I could not be happier. I waited to shave until the post office had received the package. It arrived packaged in a box within a box. I am definitely hooked on a scuttle. Today, I tried shaving cream and tomorrow I will try some shave soap. It kept the lather hot for 3 passes. I was afraid that I should have looked for a scuttle with a lid but it is not necessary at all. I do not know how it compares to other sizes available from other potters but the G12 seems like the perfect size for me. The G20 would be huge. Please dont ask me to take pictures because I am not up to the quality of pictures that I see others provide. Happy shaving! David