Thread: Correct way to hold razor ATG or XTG for neck?

Originally Posted by emacsomancer

Thanks - I'm still working my grip(s). In general, are there drawbacks to grips of that fashion (i.e. making the scales more parallel with the blade and gripping them with the back fingers) that I should keep in mind?

It's hard to comment on how best to grip a razor for any particular stroke. Yes, we have our grips that are considered standard in the way the scales are forming approx. 90° or thereabouts, but people will find different positions for their fingers in this grip, as well as other forms of grip. I think any drawbacks will soon be found the more you experiment. I would simply advise you to be cautious of bumping the razors scales while the blade is against your face. I've done that myself, against the mirror of all things. I just leaned in to get a closer look. Luckily the damage (to me) was minimal, but the lesson stuck.
Experiment with grip, finger position etc. in the time proven grips and try new (to you) grips as well. Make small changes until you find what really works for you and your face and whisker pattern. So long as nothing is interfering with the light blade contact on your face, you should be good as well.

Hope that is of some use to you mate.


Mick

Here are two that I use. The first for up, the second for side to side on my neck.

http://straightrazorpalace.com/shavi...ml#post1204661

http://straightrazorpalace.com/shavi...ml#post1028898

Originally Posted by MickR

Not if it's working for you mate. Just keep in mind JimmyHAD's advice to hold the razor only as firmly as is required to not drop it. A relaxed grip will save you from cuts/nicks.

and burn.,,,,