Thread: Questions I'd like to ask before getting my first straight razor

Congratulations on your first efforts with a Straight razor. You are absolutely correct to take things slowly when first learning. As to the shave itself . . .

Where did you purchase your razor from? I ask because that will allow us to ascertain if it might not have been truly "shave ready". As others have said this is VERY important.

I cannot comment about the "spots" that have appeared on your blade. What I would suggest is that you not close the blade until it has been allowed to thoroughly dry itself off in open air.

With respect to how often you can shave with a straight razor, my answer would be to shave as often as you do with any other shaving equipment. For me, it is every other day. for others, shaving every day with a Straight is no trouble at all.


Above all, do not get discouraged. It takes a long time to learn how to use a Straight razor properly. I have been doing this since the beginning of this year, and I STILL learn new things every time I shave. Good luck.