Troopers, brace yourselves for an interstellar review of my grooming odyssey with some of the most formidable Shave Sticks in the wet shaving community! Each day, a new planetary exploration of scents and lathers unfolded, revealing the grooming prowess of the galaxy’s finest. Here’s the classified intel:
🌊 Day 1: La Toja 🌅 Embarking on the La Toja voyage, I was immersed in the invigorating essence of Spanish seas. The shave stick, a maritime marvel, crafted a lather rivaling the tides themselves. A refreshing plunge into the art of grooming set the cosmic stage for the week.
SPECS ::.. 1.57 x 1.57 x 3.94 inches; 1.76 ounces
CASE ::.. YES
ACQUIRE ::.. La Toja shave stick // La Toja aftershave
⚔️ Day 2: Lea 🇪🇸 The Spanish saga continued with the classic Lea Original shave stick. A few strategic swipes, and the scent of grooming excellence enveloped me. The Lea shave stick’s simplicity proved effective, offering an authentically Spanish grooming experience—a dance both easy and mesmerizing. Bonus: Lea does come in a case.
SPECS ::.. 3.54 x 1.57 x 1.57 inches; 1.76 ounces
CASE ::.. YES
ACQUIRE ::.. Lea Original shave stick
🏔️ Day 3: Speick 🇩🇪 Venturing into the alpine realms with Speick, I discovered a shave stick that whispered secrets of high-altitude grooming. The spicy symphony, drawn from the unique extract of the Speick plant, elevated the grooming experience to cosmic peaks. The Force was strong with Speick.
SPECS ::.. 1.57 x 1.57 x 3.35 inches; 2.12 ounces
CASE ::.. NO
ACQUIRE ::.. Speick shave stick // Speick aftershave lotion // Speick aftershave balm
🪒 Day 4: Tabac 💈 The timeless dimensions of Tabac unfolded, offering a barbershop journey transcending the galaxies. The sublime lather, reminiscent of the clouds of Bespin, danced in harmony with the steel and scent—a trooper’s visage adorned with a tale of elegance. Bonus: Tabac does come in a case.
SPECS ::.. 1.97 x 1.97 x 3.78 inches; 3.50 ounces
CASE ::.. YES
ACQUIRE ::.. Tabac shave stick // Tabac aftershave lotion // Tabac aftershave balm
🏰 Day 5: Arko 🌠 The classic King of All Shave Sticks, Arko, claimed its rightful place in the grooming arsenal. A lather emerged with the force of a fully operational Death Star. Love it or love it, there’s no other way in the Cult of Arko—an unapologetically potent grooming force. NOTE:: Arko does not come in a case, BUT you can buy an empty deodorant container and put the whole stick in it. Note picture in upper right corner below.
SPECS ::.. 2.6ounces
CASE ::.. NO
ACQUIRE ::.. Arko shave stick // Empty deodorant containers
🚀 The Apex of Grooming Precision!
My razor choice this week was the newly released Aylsworth APEX-AL6063 in the Stormtrooper Configuration, a masterpiece in aircraft silver and jet black. Here are the specs:
– Material: 6063 Aluminum Alloy
– Weight: 66g
– Length: 90mm
– Handle Diameter: 13mm
– Head Type: Closed Comb
– Finish: Anodized Aircraft Silver and Jet Black
(Source \\ Aylsworth Razors)
As a daily M-F shaver, the APEX-AL6063 was the razor I needed for this week—nice and smooth, taking care of business with precision and finesse. Stay tuned, fellow troopers! A comprehensive debriefing awaits after a couple of days of unrestrained galactic growth. Full review incoming.
🚀 Douglas Smythe from PAA Enters the Fray! A surprise transmission from Douglas Smythe of PAA reached me, expressing his own fondness for Arko. However, he astutely noted that Arko lacks the same slickness as an artisan soap—a statement impossible to dispute. My suggestion? A PAA CK-6 shave stick homage to Arko. You’re welcome, fellow wet shavers. 💧🛡️
🌌 The Mysterium Serum and Star Jelly Solution! Douglas also mentioned how he used Arko for years, only to find that it dried out his skin. To counter the potential drying effects of Arko, my post-shave secret weapon is Mysterium Serum or Star Jelly. Both mystical elixirs that restore balance to the trooper skin—problem solved! Thank you, Douglas!
💡 Mission Learnings: Opt for a Smaller Brush!
In the grooming theater of operations, the wisdom gleaned from this week’s maneuvers suggests that I wield a smaller brush—a 20mm or 22mm knot. More control, more finesse in crafting the perfect face lather. A lesson for troopers seeking precision in their grooming battles. As always, your mileage may vary.
💡 Final Intel: Your Galactic Grooming Odyssey Awaits!
These shave sticks deliver the goods—robust lathers, classic scents, and all at an affordable price. Ideal companions for your interstellar travels, ensuring you’re always prepared to face the grooming challenges of any galactic outpost. However, remember, YMMV in the vast grooming galaxy, and troopers, there’s a plethora of options awaiting exploration.
🌌 A Grooming Galaxy of Choices!
This week served as a cosmic showcase, demonstrating the myriad options available for troopers immersed in the art of wet shaving. The grooming galaxy is vast, and these five shave sticks were just a glimpse into the variety gracing my Grooming Garrison. A mosaic of scents, textures, and experiences—your grooming odyssey is uniquely yours.
🪒 Closing Transmission: Gratitude to the Trooper Community!
Thank you for joining me on this grooming expedition. Your enthusiasm and engagement fuel my dedication to sharing grooming insights. In this vast universe of wet shaving, your support and camaraderie are truly appreciated. Until our next interstellar grooming rendezvous, stay sharp, troopers! 🪒🌠
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