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RR Lupo.58 Personna Platinum Chrome Omega 20102 MWF (Tallow) Hotchpotch AS Essence Vault #290 (Tobacco Vanille) Half-century birthday shave. Recently, I was the beneficiary of an enormous act of generosity. A fine gentleman sent me an RR Lupo top plate together with the .58 and .72 base plates...

Grip it like a man, man! Raaarrrrrr…

Very much so. Surprised that I like the beefier, longer handle and delighted to be using a 2-piece. An ‘89 head with the convenience of a Merkur-style 2-piece and all wrapped up in Mühle’s gorgeous finishing. Yeah, it’s a keeper.

Mühle R89 Twist Gillette Nacet (2) Vulfix 404 ‘Bodger’ HWF No.1 Tabac AS

I reckon the hexagonal or octagonal handle will aid grip very well.

I sooo want one of these but I’ll have to use it a few times force before I can apply to Matron for release of funds from the ward petty cash. I keep telling her that razors aren’t petty but she won’t have it. Threatens me with caustic soda bowel cleansing if I get too excited. Honestly, ruddy...

The head looks great too. A traditional looking shave angle. What’s the gap/exposure, if I may make so bold? And of course, how did it shave? I’ll go away after this, I promise:ROFLMAO:…

That could just be the classiest razor I’ve yet clapped eyes on. That handle….

All the best for your treatment, mate! (y)

Very interesting, thanks Shubs.

I’ve gotta be in the mood for it but it’s good stuff regardless. And @pjgh that Imperial Leather looks wonderful. Old tallow British soap with the genuine Imperial Leather scent? Marvellous.

Mühle R89 Twist Gillette Nacet Hand-carved Ash with Cashmere Tabac Stick & AS

The shape of the first is like your crown atop your castle. There, I’ve christened it: The Highlander Crown & Castle.

The only Russian blade I truly love is the Nacet. Polsilver, SI and GSB are pretty decent but not a patch on the Nacet nor are they worthy of the German Personna. I love Silver Stars and if it was my only blade, nary a complaint would you hear. Many Lord blades are way better for me nowadays...

I never used to rinse afterwards but the good people of this parish educated me accordingly and it makes a big difference. These days, I just keep the alum in the unlikely but possible event of a wee nick or stubborn weeper. Thanks @havings. :sneaky:(y)

Can’t help you on the blue vs white choice but I’d think the Nivea you bought will be pretty good. Bart’s Balm is a favourite of many. Google it. (y)

Yep, alum can be very drying. You might want to try the Proraso white after shave balm instead. Before you spend any money I’d cut out the alum.

Gotta say, I prefer the taller loft of the 20102. It ain’t floppy and it holds more lather. Just my own preference.

One of these is about to land: It’s no secret that my favourite shaver is the DE89/R89 head but I’ve always loved the convenience of a two-piece a la Merkur 34C. Reluctant to pay the full price of £50, I spotted that Muehle had 20% off the Twist and with a further 10% discount for signing up...

I’ve been using this simple setup all week and it’s been a real treat. EJ DE86, Silver Star Simpsons Chubby 2 Synth Wilkie Stick Boot’s Freshwood AS It ain’t trendy but it works for a great, smooth and enjoyable near BBS shave.