I do like Zi’ Peppino — both lather and fragrance — and my RazoRock Amici brought forth a fine lather today.
Because I use a different razor for each shave, I don’t become so accustomed to a razor that I no longer notice its unusual attributes — that is, the contrast is feel and performance does not become obscured by repetition. Today I noticed (again) the crisp and distinct acoustics of the iKon slant: the cutting sound seems amplified, and it provides a pleasant accompaniment to the shave. I also noticed that the razor currently has an Above the Tie handle.
The three passes were each fully pleasurable, and the splash of Zi’ Peppino (with a couple of squirts of Hydrating Gel) finished the shave perfectly.
The tea this morning is Murchie’s No. 10: “Named after the famous No. 10 Downing Street, Murchie’s No. 10 Blend is a mild, sweet combination of Gunpowder and Jasmine greens and Keemun and Ceylon black teas, perfect for any time of day. Originally blended: 1909.”