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• Brush: MOAR F’N BOAR
• Razor: EldrormR Industries MM24
• Blade: GEM PTFE (13)
• Lather: Catie’s Bubbles - Retreat
• Post Shave: Catie’s Bubbles - Retreat
• Post Shave: Zingari Man - Unscented AS balm

Welcome back to Wetshaving Arena shaving fans for the 1st round matchup we've all been waiting for. Thus far, the first round has held very few surprises. Is this the matchup that's going to electrify the sub and come down to the wire? Will it be scents or bases that's going to push one of these teams to victory? Whose dreams of tournament glory will be dashed when the clock strikes midnight? Tune in today to find out.

Coming in as a 10 seed has to have Catie's Bubbles feeling a little chippy today. They've been a stalwart of the shaving scene creating great soaps at a great price point for a number of years. They've even been able to wow new recruits to the team with their Premium base. They may not be flashy, but there is no doubt they will do a far better job of repping their home state of New Jersey in this tournament than their flagship university has in any tournament (Has Rutgers actually won anything notable???). Spearhead was a bit surprised to find itself as the 7 seed. Coming into the tournament, word was they felt they should have had a higher seed due their putting out a couple of sub favorites. But all of the SSL and Black Watch fans weren't strong enough to push them higher up the bracket.

In breaking news, the National Wetshaving Association has sent Spearhead a notice alleging recruiting violations. The NWA is looking into the timing of Spearhead's recent 3 Scots limited release followed by the announcement of the price reduction on 20.1 base soaps. Were these ploys to propel Spearhead to the championship? Have no fear, like the NCAA, the NWA will take years to investigate this matter and then do absolutely nothing.

On to the shave and I decided to go with the underdog. Catie's Bubbles makes two of my favorite scents- Connecticut Shade (because god damn I love pipe tobacco) and Retreat (motherfucking sandalwood glory for the win)- and then there's Waterlyptus (iykyk). For me, Catie's Bubbles scents can be used more regularly than Spearhead's. And like the 3 seed, Stirling, I appreciate the value.

Time to power this Wednesday up with caffeine and see how this battle unfolds (in between work stuff). Try to enjoy your day and remember to be kind to one another.

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