So my son wanted to shave with me tonight. He's 2 and knew exactly what to do. That is a wilkinson sword vintage razor. not sure what year, and i have no blades for it, so i let him use it. We had a great time!
Congrats, you've found the secret...
No amount of razors collected, scents applied, soaps lathered, antique stores plundered or brushes bought will ever equal the value of that shared ritual.
Your replacement has arrived. It's an awesome, humbling feeling.
Great pictures. That's a fine looking boy, and he's lucky he has a dad who'll show him the ropes.