Thread: Safety razors

I have just started stretching the skin and using a lot more lather and let that lather sit for a good min or so seems to be helping a lot
I almost don't mind a day or 2 growth a tiny bit of stubble is good in my mind

When I started back with a DE I had to relearn the angle to hold the razor at, or I would get catching going against the grain. So it might just be your angle of attack. It took me about 10 shaves to finally get it perfect. Also, don't pivot wrist like you do with a cartridge razor - keep your wrist locked.

A strange thing happened to me when I swithced from DE to straights. I would get irritation on my neck with DE shaving every now and than. It usually happened when I was in a rush or not paying attention to the angle. Nothing serious ... just that annoying rawness. When I use a straight I have an easier time seeing the angle and holding it. Irritation is a thing of the past.

If you do a You tube search for Mantic59 you will find some excellent videos that may help you get started. Happy Shaving!

Others have said this, but I just want to second it. It's better to master shaving with a DE first before you get into straights. Learning how to shave well with a DE without cutting yourself will teach you the correct amount of pressure you should be using with a blade that sharp. (next to none.) Also, it's totally ok to shave ATG. I do it every shave.