I recently received a couple of GEMs from a member and decided to share my first experience.
At first glance, I was a bit intimidated by the Micromatic open comb. It certainly looked aggressive to me. I decided to give it a shot today and in preparation for my first MMOC shave, I didn't shave during my three day weekend. The results were stunning! I don't think I've ever had a smoother shave in my life. I had intended to only do one pass (WTG) and see how it went, but it was so smooth, I went for a second (XTG), and then a third (ATG) without any problems whatsoever. Not even a weeper or touch of irritation. The feedback (sound) from the razor was excellent, and it is very easy to feel the blade alignment and get the proper angle. This razor is truly brilliant and I can't wait to use it again!
Shave details:
Prep:
Washed face with Dr. Bronner's peppermint soap
Applied Proraso pre-shave liberally
Applied Palmolive shave stick and face lathered with my Bob Farvour TGN 2 band finest (24x48mm)
GEM MMOC with new CVS carbon steel blade
3 passes (WTG, XTG, ATG)
Post:
Dickinson's Witch Hazel
Pinaud Clubman
Nivea sensitive balm
Thanks Gents, and sign me up for the Lover of Single Edge Razors (L.O.S.E.R) club!
At first glance, I was a bit intimidated by the Micromatic open comb. It certainly looked aggressive to me. I decided to give it a shot today and in preparation for my first MMOC shave, I didn't shave during my three day weekend. The results were stunning! I don't think I've ever had a smoother shave in my life. I had intended to only do one pass (WTG) and see how it went, but it was so smooth, I went for a second (XTG), and then a third (ATG) without any problems whatsoever. Not even a weeper or touch of irritation. The feedback (sound) from the razor was excellent, and it is very easy to feel the blade alignment and get the proper angle. This razor is truly brilliant and I can't wait to use it again!
Shave details:
Prep:
Washed face with Dr. Bronner's peppermint soap
Applied Proraso pre-shave liberally
Applied Palmolive shave stick and face lathered with my Bob Farvour TGN 2 band finest (24x48mm)
GEM MMOC with new CVS carbon steel blade
3 passes (WTG, XTG, ATG)
Post:
Dickinson's Witch Hazel
Pinaud Clubman
Nivea sensitive balm
Thanks Gents, and sign me up for the Lover of Single Edge Razors (L.O.S.E.R) club!