So... I've become infatuated with straight blades and am wanting to get one. However, I figured an excellent means of seeing how serious I am, was going to a barber shop and experiencing a shave with one -- since I never have.

Well.. A buddy of mine told me about a place locally he goes, and recommended them. So I went in, talked to the people (was more of a barber shop themed salon, to be honest) at the front desk and made it VERY clear I wanted a straight blade shave. She said they start with a mach blade (like, mach3) to get rid of bulk, then clean up with a straight blade... So, I sat and watched everyone getting their shave -- not a single straight blade came out anywhere.

So, it was my turn. I asked again to make sure I wasnt about to shell out some $$ for what I could do. They put on steam, hot towels, oil, cream, and a damn mach3!!!! I was so pissed... I wanted to just walk out. $30 for a freaking shave I could have done at home...

ugh. I am going to my fathers this weekend, and theres a barbershop there (I've been, its the real deal) so I am going to go with my father and try to get a nice shave there, see how it goes.

Talk about a let down