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

Originally Posted by RedGladiator

Hmmm maybe SS with proguards good for beginners?? I wouldn't recommend DX with pro blades, I can how it can put people off every easily.

I've heard good things about Proguards though I've not tried them myself. A well honed straight would be easier to begin with than a shavette IMO, much less likely to bite. I suspect most of us started off by removing rather more than just beard on occasion, but shavettes definitely increase your risk if you aren't very, very careful!