Razor: Koraat Sparschweinchen (7/8", “Sheffield-style” full hollow, carbon steel)
Lather: Stirling Soap Co. Varen
Aftershave: Stirling Soap Co. Varen
Fragrance: Chatillon Lux Weinstrasse
Talc: Pinaud Clubman Finest Powder
Yesterday, I had broken up the ring of death to cover the bottom of the tub, and today’s load already broke through it again. This thing is racing to its conclusion.
I added a talc step to the routine and thoroughly enjoyed it. I should just do it by default, it’s always a plus.
The big Koraat is fun. The blade is great, but unlike most straight razors, the tang, the spine and the tail have been left raw. Love it.
Maybe, but I am not a fan of this sort of character – I like the shiny and polished stuff (probably because contrary to other humans, who descend from apes, I descend from magpies).
Killing Varen: Operation Inferno
Yesterday, I had broken up the ring of death to cover the bottom of the tub, and today’s load already broke through it again. This thing is racing to its conclusion.
I added a talc step to the routine and thoroughly enjoyed it. I should just do it by default, it’s always a plus.
The big Koraat is fun. The blade is great, but unlike most straight razors, the tang, the spine and the tail have been left raw. Love it.
There’s no doubt. I am really surprised not to see more of these Sparschweinchen around. Ulrik does terrific work.
I feel that way too, and feel a little vain to admit it, but, there it is.
I suspect the marketing as a budget razor might not have been the best.
You’re probably right, but, Koraat quality steel and machining at a budget price? What’s not to love?
No idea, that’s why I have one 😅
I was seriously thinking of purchasing a Piggy Bank but happened upon my 7/8 near wedge on the 'zaar around that time.
And you bought that mammoth 14 shortly thereafter, right?
I purchased the 6/8 full hollow with the light blue acrylic next, then the 14-2.0 with the mammoth ivory. I like to spend money as if I have it :)
Oh, yeah, me too 😂
Same. I think it adds some awesome character
I agree. I think the Piggy Bank razors are real gems.
Maybe, but I am not a fan of this sort of character – I like the shiny and polished stuff (probably because contrary to other humans, who descend from apes, I descend from magpies).
You might be on to something!