Thread: First shave didn't go so well

Sounds like a typical first shave. Before the next shave work on your lather prep. Load your brush up with lots of soap. Keep adding small amounts of water whipping the brush in between until you've created a good lather. When shaving keep a very low angle (no higher than 2 widths of the spine) and use very little pressure. Try this a few times and if that doesn't work than talk to Larry and ask for a touch up honing. I'm sure he'll be more than willing to help you out.

Yea, sounds like a typical beginners shave especially if you try to do 3 passes on your first go. Maybe try to slow down a bit and not rush things. Try learning how to get a good Wtg pass in before moving on to the others. If you push things you might end up looking and feeling like your face lost a fight with a bob cat. It takes quite a while to get you technique down. Also if your lather does not easily rinse off your blade it is likely too thick and needs more water.

Bob