Right, got my Yaqi package today. I hoped that I could write it out before the next OP but oh well.
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I'm yet to get the hang of it so that I actually run the blade across my face instead of picking up the lathe, and also finally get a feel as for how exactly I should shave in the first place, but it's definitely a massive step-up over the Wilkinson OTT crap. Obviously you don't have the OTT convenience and putting in the razor is tricky but it's manageable.
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A very nice hefty handle. Together with the Tile it comes 20g heavier than the Wilkinson which is definitely a plus when it comes to shaving.
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Solid lathe bowl. It's a thick dense plastic that almost feels like ceramic. The brush sits neatly in the designated groove.
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And speaking of the brush. Gave it, as well as the razor a bit of boiling water initiation, of course only waving the bristles in the hot water as to not melt the glue. The bristles are nice and soft, while the handle is very sturdy. The initial lathe was shit due to me not getting the proportions right but it definitely frothed up nicely.
Overall, very happy with the set. Not just because I got it at half the price but also because it's a genuinely nice shaving set. Guess I can now get a nicer shaving cream and start learning how exactly I should shave properly finally.