Thread: How do I use a straight razor?

Listen to the chaps above. They know their onions!
Just don't try to rush, you'll get there, but take your time.
It can't be said enough, LIGHT TOUCH. I thought I had a light touch to begin with until the alum made contact with my skin, there was swearing

Conditions which will take hold are RAD, SAD and BAD.

Good luck and welcome.

Most has been said in the previous posts. All I'll say to the how is very carefully and don't expect to equal your DE shaves for about 6 months. Have fun and ask questions.

Bob

Come on in the water's fine.....

I also just started. You'll never turn back... you just feel too BA and its a great process of learning and adventure. Did I mention how BA you will feel?! Lol happy shaving!

Thanks for the great advice. I'm a little apprehensive but I think I'll give it a try! I'll let you know how my journey goes... I'm glad I joined this forum.

Another question, Which is the best brand to use?

Originally Posted by mbeckner

Thanks for the great advice. I'm a little apprehensive but I think I'll give it a try! I'll let you know how my journey goes... I'm glad I joined this forum.

Another question, Which is the best brand to use?

Look at the razors to avoid section of the wiki, dont buy those ones, for new razors there are only a few decent manufacturers, dovo, ralph aust, theirs issard, revisor are the main ones that spring to mind that get consistently good reviews. I only own vintage razors so cant pass comment directly.
My advice would be to not spend too much on the first razor you buy for various reasons: you may not stick with it, you may not like the razor and want to try a different size or grind.
Whatever you get be it new or vintage buy from someone reputable who will supply it shave ready.
All the best ed

Chicks dig guys who shave with cut throats...... no seriously...they do . As far as new Razors go. Dovo are most common going from low to high in price. You can get a good razor for about $ 100.00 . Semogue and Omega make good quality boar brushes that are quite nice for beginners and won't break the bank. Straight Razor Designs has an excellent Strop selection and more. Your gonna love all of this...and probably so much more down the road ! Welcome to the world of "Wet shaving" !