November 20, 2025

• Brush: Zenith B40 28mm Boar
• Razor: Geneva Cutlery Co. 6/8" Hollow Ground Round Point
• Lather: Noble Otter - Thé Noir et Vanille - Soap
• Toner: Thayers - Coconut - Toner
• Aftershave: Noble Otter - Thé Noir et Vanille - Aftershave
• Fragrance: Noble Otter - Thé Noir et Vanille - Eau de Parfum

3 passes. Face lather. Excellent shave.

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I took this razor to my new Vermont Purple slate and pushed the edge as far as I could take it, stropped it, then went directly to this shave. I am really getting spoiled with fresh edges, especially when paired with something like TNeV.

I guess this was un thé du jeudi après-midi but in reality I’d probably order a café or alongé at this time of day. As a fragrance, though, TNeV is way up in my top-tier category. So great. The combination of this trifecta and a fresh edge made for a fully enjoyable, ultra-close, comfortable shave.