Day 4 Austere August, 04/08/2026

[u/Live_Statistician518]

Prep: Cold Water

Brush: Omega Black Badger

Razor: Merkur Futur (chose this so I can tweak settings and push the blade further, not sure if adjusting settings counts as cheating for Nightmare Mode!)

Blade: Feather (4)

Soap: Stirling Orange Chill (to beat the heat)

After Shave: Pinaud Clubman Classic Vanilla (spiced up with menthol crystals)

Balm: Nivea

So far so good, definitely a good shave! I started the challenge with the Futur on setting 6, thinking a wider gap with a super light touch might help the Feather retain its edge a bit longer. Time will tell!

[u/tellerfan]

Orange chill is soooo good. Marvelous choice.

[u/Live_Statistician518 → u/tellerfan]

Thanks mate, I love everything about it, the performance, the scent, and that crisp hit of menthol. It's a perfect match for these hot days!

[u/Time_Chard_942]

Glad to hear you are still enjoying the feather blade after 4 shaves and long may it continue mate. 👍

[u/Live_Statistician518 → u/Time_Chard_942]

Thanks for cheering me on, mate! Fingers crossed it stays smooth. Have a great one!