Thread: Another my first straight razor shave post.

Originally Posted by MickR

Same place?! Mate don't take this the wrong way, but your story is so familiar, it borders on the boring! Everyone of us has the same story at the beginning. And nearly everyone of us has succeeded. Some fail and drop out of the race of course, and there is no shame in that. The main thing is that you find a method of shaving that is enjoyable, comfortable and successful for you. If a cut-throat or a DE floats your boat, that's great. If not, then you've at least had a go.


Mick

A bit serious there mate. As Im new here I havnt read too many threads as I assume you have. So the fact that its a familiar story and in the beginers section is kind of an obvious one but thats cool, Im just not sure to why you would bother throwing your 2 pennies in?

Got to agree with Mick that yours is a common story for a beginner,nerves and all. It sure was for me too. As you get more comfortable with using a straight the nervousness will subside but do guard against becoming over confident as you progress which can be a recipe for blood letting. Always respect the tool.

I bought a straight from Jamie and the edge was truly sharp as I am sure yours was so most of your little troubles likely boils down to technique. Your stropping, shaving and lathering will improve over time but you are off to good start. The big thing in shaving is to find the right angles to use on the different passes and very light/no pressure on the blade. Short strokes are very good especially in difficult parts like the chin or going ATG. Best of luck on your second shave.

Bob

Originally Posted by smegzilla

A bit serious there mate. As Im new here I havnt read too many threads as I assume you have. So the fact that its a familiar story and in the beginers section is kind of an obvious one but thats cool, Im just not sure to why you would bother throwing your 2 pennies in?

No it wasn't meant to come off sounding overly serious or critical. Perhaps I should have judiciously applied a smiley or two. I was simply saying we've all been where you are. We understand what you are feeling etc. My apologies for any misunderstanding.


Mick

Originally Posted by MickR

No it wasn't meant to come off sounding overly serious or critical. Perhaps I should have judiciously applied a smiley or two. I was simply saying we've all been where you are. We understand what you are feeling etc. My apologies for any misunderstanding.


Mick

don't try to soothe your curmudgeonly outburst with platitudes mick

Originally Posted by edhewitt

don't try to soothe your curmudgeonly outburst with platitudes mick

What kind of fish did you say that was again?


Mick

Originally Posted by MickR

What kind of fish did you say that was again?


Mick

no you are thinking of the platy - tudes, the latest undersea boy band, their latest album is called fish with attitude.

Originally Posted by edhewitt

no you are thinking of the platy - tudes, the latest undersea boy band, their latest album is called fish with attitude.

I know about them Platitudes, funny looking little duck billed things with fur, but are those curmudgeonlys a sort of Sole?! ( I think I'm going to have to avoid you English blokes, you're always missing the point) .


Mick

Originally Posted by MickR

I know about them Platitudes, funny looking little duck billed things with fur, but are those curmudgeonlys a sort of Sole?! ( I think I'm going to have to avoid you English blokes, you're always missing the point) .


Mick

I don't want to hit, or get hit by points, that might hurt.
besides if you stopped speaking bastardised, bastardised fresian, and just spoke bastardised fresian like us english folk i would understand your jibber-jabber

Originally Posted by edhewitt

no you are thinking of the platy - tudes, the latest undersea boy band, their latest album is called fish with attitude.

"Fish with attitude" is that when you use explosives?

Thanks fellas, made my morning. Fish with attitude, really.

Bob