Soap: Stirling Electric Sheep
Brush: Sea Glass / Omega Pro Knot
Razor: Razorock Lupo .72
Blade: Wizamet (2)
Post: Captain’s Choice Bay Rum, Hyaluronic Acid
Good morning! So last week I was thinking about how I wanted another boar brush, and also about how I liked the 24mm nexus knot in the Solar Flare more than I did the 26mm in the Sea Glass handle. With a Pro 49 costing only $10, it seemed worth trying to steal the knot out of it. I was able to wiggle the black plastic cup that the knot is glued in out of the handle with a knife. From there, I used my dremel with a cut off wheel to carefully cut a slot in the black plastic without going further. A little prying, and the plastic cup pulled free. The rest was easy peasy. After setting the knot, I soaked the brush overnight and gave it its first go today. Even brand new, it was relatively soft, and was able to build a decent lather on my face. The brush ate a little lather and I had to go back to the tub for the last pass, but that was expected. I think this situation will work out well.
Both yesterday and today I’ve felt like this particular Wizamet blade is not particularly sharp. End results have been good, but more resistance ATG than I would have expected. Not sure if I’ll give it another go tomorrow, or start something different.
DFS, no mishaps. Finished with Captain’s Bay Rum and hyaluronic acid.
9/10