Tough to lather if your water is hard
For me the real test of a shaving soap is if it provides enough cushion to allow me to get a close shave 5 mornings in a row without irritation.  By that standard, this soap is among the very best out there.<br /><br />But one word of warning.  Mitchell's Wool Fat Shaving Soap does not lather well in hard (high mineral content) water. So if your water comes from a well, you may as well not use it. You'll never get much out of it no matter how hot your water is.<br /><br />Otherwise, for me this soap is among the best shaving soaps and creams I've tried, and I've tried quite a few.
Rating: 5 stars