Thread: First shave... FAIL!!

Aram,

As a fellow newbie, I have to say that your experience sounds exactly like my own. I've now shaved three times with my new razor (no cuts yet!), and I'm getting the swing of things.

One thing that really helped me was to remember that, unlike with cartridge razors, straight razor shaving is a two-handed operation. Remember to stretch the skin a bit with one hand while you have with the other.

That has made a world of a difference. This morning's shave wasn't perfect, but I didn't have to finish off with a cartridge razor for the first time.

if it came shave ready as stated, then I would say try easier areas, go slow, and give it a chance. I really can't advise you on use of japanese straights, but persistence is key.
If you have another shave ready straight on the way, you will soon be able to compare and decide for yourself.

best of luck!