Thread: First few shaves (i.e. First Blood...)

Originally Posted by Buzz

Really?

You're telling me that it is possible to get a straight shave that is really BBS without doing an ATG pass?

Hmm.... I sure hope you're right.

Yes, it is possible to get close to if not a BBS shave in one pass with a great edge, very good skin stretching, correct blade angles, and practice.

Originally Posted by Nick Burns

I think someone with no straight razor shaving experience ought to put out a video to watch alongside Lynn's, sort of a before and after.

I take it you are looking for a "What not to do" type video.

Good news. That already exists.

Originally Posted by heavydutysg135

Yes, it is possible to get close to if not a BBS shave in one pass with a great edge, very good skin stretching, correct blade angles, and practice.

Good to know. Hopefully Nick & I will get there eventually.

I was never one to shoot for BBS every time even with my DE. I don't need BBS every day, but it is nice to have option for those important occassions.

Originally Posted by Buzz

Once I had the razor in my hand, I admit being pretty apprehensive. Looking at photos on the internet is a far cry from holding a piece of gleaming steel in your hand.

I had the bathroom to myself and was ready to proceed in privacy.

I did my cheeks first. I was relieved not to have cut my face off and decided to push my luck. I was able to complete the WTG and XTG passes with just one cut. I did not attempt an ATG pass. The cut was a result of the wrong motion and blade angle as I lifted the razor off my face.

The chin area was difficult. I couldn't seem to figure out the right combination of hand position and blade angle.

That sounds like my first shave with a straight . I was afraid I would slice a piece of my face off .