Just want to say thank you

[nalob]

Big mahalo to the forum members here. I started straight razor shaving about 2 weeks ago and have about 7 shaves into this. I have really sensitive skin and just hated shaving. I can't remember what made me think about a sr but I did some research and decided to just dive right in! I bought a dovo best 5/8 from straightrazordesigns bought the ready to shave kit that included everything I needed to start. As soon as the box arrived I just went straight for it. I must admit I did have razor burn and a couple of nicks. But that didn't deter me it wasn't as bad as when I used disposable cartridges. After a cartridge shave my face would be itchy and sore for a few days. Even my wife noticed the difference after I shaved with the sr. She also noticed that I shaved 4 times the first week I got my sr. As I would shave maybe once every few weeks because of the irritation.

i must say that things have gotten way better! Especially after I read the wiki in the library for beginner shavers. I didn't even bother looking in there for info as I have been watching numerous how to vids. But when I seen an actual pic of the blade angles for shaving and also the different cutting motion techniques when shaving I finally got the "no pressure on the blade as you shave". I kept pulling hair and thought I neede more pressure boy I was wrong. It led to more razor burn. But I kept going even with the razor burn, because it was way less than I used to get using cartridges. Finally got a really close smooth shave with no razor burn or irritation! After reading through the wiki.

Then read about different diy post shave concoctions. I can't believe how much just a little olive oil can make a difference! Love this site.

my face seems so much smoother now. And I actually look forward to shaving! Been doing a lot of searching and reading the past few weeks and so much knowledge found here.

Sorry for rambling. Just wanted to say thank you to all the members here and for the site owners as well! I am a new lifetime sr shaver!
chad

[Substance]

Great to hear you are having some decent progress
Surprising what you can learn form the beginners threads

[nalob]

Great to hear you are having some decent progress
Surprising what you can learn form the beginners threads

Yes I learned a lot going through the beginner threads learned from both sides. Learned from the pros as well as from the novices. I actually went to the wiki because a new guy said he found his answer there regarding blade angles.

[criswilson10]

Sounds like you are off to a good start. The shaves just get better with time.

[Utopian]

Unfortunately so many people give this a try and then give up because it's too much trouble and effort for a marginally better shave. The thing is, you have to stick with it longer in order to get a much better shave--and that's longer as in years. You think you are getting a good shave now, but a year from now it will be noticeably better, easier, and faster. Then 5 years later, it will be even better, easier, and faster.

It just takes practice and patience.

Oh, and congrats on the great start. You bought good stuff and eventually did some reading. Feel free to ask questions here.

[Maladroit]

No matter how confident you start to feel about SR shaving, I'd recommend shaving only every second day. That gives your face a bit of recovery time, and given your history of irritation, I think it might pay off.

[UKRob]

Utopian is spot on regarding improvements with more use. With me, I found there were step jumps where, for whatever reason, the quality and after shave feel were noticeably better. There are lots of variables and in my opinion, good preparation and a good lather go a long way to ensuring a good shave.

[dinnermint]

Confidence is great, but be careful. People tend to give themselves the more serious nicks a few months into it.

[nalob]

Definitely getting better after each shave. So far I've been shaving at night after a hot bath because I have been taking my time. It takes anywhere from half an hour to 45 mins for me to shave right now. But I don't mind been focusing on comfort and technique. Will wait for a while before I start shaving in the morning. I did it once and I don't want to rush it.

I still have a lot to learn. I have a couple trouble spots that I have been trying different methods to shave. But I am looking forward to the day where I really get it all together.

[eddy79]

Don't try too much at once. Keep it simple and only make one small change at a time. This will make it easier to guage if it helps or not. There are a lot of variables in sr shaving finding what is best for you takes time and practice which is why your shaves will continue to improve for a long time to come. Enjoy your journey