Thread: A word of caution for beginners starting with a shavette for the first time

Shavettes are indeed less forgiving than a normal straight. You have to use an even lighter touch with them to prevent razor burn and cuts. Also, stretching the skin is an absolute MUST with shavettes even more so than with straights. One thing is for sure though, you will not get a closer shave than with a fresh blade in a shavette. The thing is, sometimes it is best to forego closeness in favor of comfort. When I use my Feather DX Pro I pretty much let the blade almost float above my skin, there is so little pressure. When I do that, I get a very nice, close shave that is comfortable.

These days I much prefer my straights for the consistant easy comfort and my Feather DX for travelling and the convenience.