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First of all, your choice of the Jagger razor and brush are excellent. I own both. I highly recommend Proraso shaving cream. It is inexpensive but provides great lather, excellent hydration, and a superb shave.

I have always used a double-edge razor to shave. Five years ago, at the age of 65, I developed a retirement hobby of shaving with straight razors. I now own 35 straight razors (USA, France, Sweden, Germany. England, Spain) and find that straight razors give me a shave unmatched by electrics or the newer multi-bladed razors. I also enjoy double-edge razors and own several vintage Gillette razors (Fatboy Adjustable, Aristocrat Adjustable, Slim Adjustable, and a World War II Military Tech.) Other excellent new double-edge razors in my collection include a Muhle R41 open comb and an Edwin Jagger DE89L. The Jagger DE89L is my favorite double-edge razor.

Congratulations on finding a great way to shave. Using double-edge razors and straight razors can be a very rewarding hobby.