Thread: Beginner, First Shave With Oxford Razor -- Germania Cutl Works

Sounds like you are off to a normal start. Don't worry, I think most of use were a little tentative when first starting out. That does not help the shave any but you will gain confidence as you go along and you strokes will become more confident. For the first pass WTG there should be a space between the spine of the razor and your face of about 2 spine widths which should approximate a 30 degree angle. That may be part of the reason you saw so little whisker in your lather. Keep the blade nearly flat to your face reserved for the eventual ATG pass. I would not strop the razor before your second shave either as it has seen so little use. Keep in mind too that the idea is not to remove all the whiskers on the first pass. It is more a process of gradual whisker reduction through the various passes. Let us know how your second shave goes.

Bob

Have heard mentioned that a good way to get your angle right is to start with the blade flat and as the stroke progresses lift yhe spine slight. You should soon be able to figure out the best angle for the and you will definitely know if you have to high an angle

Welcome to SR, i am beginner too, you gonna enjoy with Razor shaving..........