I am new to soaps. What are the 5 must have soaps in your opinion.

[Blitzkrieg]

I am a little surprised it hasn't been mentioned more, but I really enjoy Saint Charles Soaps. I would suggest...

Tabac (duh, its fantastic)
St. Charles
RazoRock
Speick
Arko (too good of value to pass up)

 

[Rocco11]

Tabac
MdC
Mike's
Barrister & Mann
Strop Shoppe

 

[Cobra0369]

Cella
Arko
Sir Irisch Moos
Mitchell's Wool Fat
Mama Bears

 

[Steelman]

If you are new to soaps, I suggest starting with classic, easy to use stuff.
Soaps like:
1. Cella
2. Tabac
3. Proraso
You really can't appreciate MdC, MWF, etc. until you have mastered the entry level. Nobody buys a Ferrari as their first car.

 

[jackgoldman123]

budget:
latoja
proraso
mwf
arko
razorock

no budget (pick your scent):
Barrister & Mann
Catie's Bubbles
Wickham
Strop Shoppe
Al's Shaving Products

 

[rammerjammer24]

My top 5 are
Barrister and Mann
Mikes
Soap Commander
Tiki
Cold River soap works

 

[Gig103]

I only own 3 soaps but all are great. B&M and DRH are definitely 'must have', and the Palmolive shave stick is made with tallow and cheap so it's a contender.