Thread: Don't Get Cocky Buster

I've been using a straight for close to three months now and only nicked myself twice. So I thought I was the man and found out indeed I wasn't. I put a one inch nick right under my side burns--- worse cut yet. I feel more stupid than anything. So don't get cocky, buster and remember that damn thing is called a razor for a reason ---it's shaaaaarpppp. Funny how that can slip your mind.


Justin

Justin,
You've entered the next phase of straight razor shaving. I think most of us have done exactly what you describe...I know I did--and still have the oh so faint scar to prove it.
Cheers,
Ed

Yup, sophomore slumps strikes again. I certainly went through this myself.

Thanks Ed and mparker762. Kind of feel like I'm going through a second growing pains stage. I'm glad I nicked myself so now I'll take more time and be more careful.

Justin

Ahh, yes, I have a few scars from my own inattention during that time. I agree, you will slow down & become more aware of where that blade is at & what it is doing.

I'm with you all on this one. However I would like to add that just about the stupidest thing I've done is shave after a drink. Don't even try it .....

Wow, since I am only into my first month of shaving with straights, I don't know if I qualify to respond. After what I thought was a degree of expertise, I figured I was ready to talk to my wife and shave at the same time. She loves to watch and tell me that it takes so long and why am I so obsessed. Boy was I wrong. I engaged her because I thought I had this thing down pat. And then it came, a nice little gash under my chin just above the adams apple. It brought me down to earth. She even suggested a visit to our insurance guy for a new policy for extra protection. Hey, I still love it and it is our fraternity. So I prepare myself for more gashes, and I prepare you guys for more questions from me and thanks for an ear, or in this case a keyboard and screen to listen.

Al in Cal