SOTD - December 2021

[srqshaver]

I just had to try out the new to me GEM Contour. While I like the Push Buttons, there's something about the handle that makes me hold it a bit funny. The smooth arch in the handle of the Contour seems to fit a bit better. That's a pretty small nitpick, I know.

I paired the Contour with a third-use PTFE Stainless blade and used some Col Conk Amber as a pre-shave. The Proraso Sensitive cream is a new product for me and it's not bad. The scent isn't unappealing but rather, just sorta there. I finished it all up with an alum rub, Clubman Pinaud Vanilla, and a bit of Nivea Sensitive aftershave balm. The three passes ended in a solid BBS shave.

It's such a treat to be able to use these razors. I get the best shaves from GEMs and injectors. I'm honestly wondering why I bother with unmentionables anymore. I guess just to break up the routine. I'm not sure how valid that is though since I have enough SEs to not get bored and there are still several I'd like to add to the collection.