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07-28-2009, 04:08 AM #1Junior Member
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Virginity Lost!
My razor arrived today and Well, I just came from the 'alter'. I wish I could say I didn't draw any blood however... How do I put this... thank goodness for the old alum block and styptic pencil. actually it wasn't that bad. EVERYTHING all the senior guys said is true. Lessons learned from the very first attempt?
1. Is your blade ready?
2. Pay freegin attention!
3. Angle and pressure is crucial.
4. ONLY shave from the side burn down to the jaw line then 'PUT THE RAZOR DOWN AND WALK AWAY'
5. Contemplate first attempt...
6. DON'T EXPECT THE WORLD
7. Psych yourself up for the next attempt.
8. Practice will make perfect
8. DO NOT LOOSE HEART
There you go.
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07-28-2009, 04:11 AM #2Senior Member
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Awesome, you are on your way and following the instructions - very wise!
Welcome to SR and SRP and it will only get better!
Pabster
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07-28-2009, 04:12 AM #3illegitimum non carborundum
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I get the sense that you did quite bit of reading before picking up your razor. Good for you! Your patience will pay off. Good luck with it.
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07-28-2009, 04:14 AM #4Junior Member
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Thanks... but my wife did notice the nick.
She made some quip about '...haven't you spent enough money?...' I opened her cupboard in the bathroom and pointed to all her products. Conversation ended! 
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07-28-2009, 04:17 AM #5Power Fantastic
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I love when that happens. Usually for me it is her shoe collection.
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07-28-2009, 04:18 AM #6Junior Member
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Congratulations! It must feel great! I have about only five to six straight shaves under my belt, and I learned something not on your list.
Always watch your blade when it is open and in your hand. If you rinse the lather off your blade watch it, I lost a freshly honed edge to a faucet on my second shave. Happy shaving!
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07-28-2009, 04:24 AM #7Junior Member
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Yeah, I've heard that. believe me... I usually save the repect I gave that razor for people I really like!! They should name a razor brand "RESPECT". Good advice.
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07-28-2009, 04:26 AM #8Junior Member
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YES I also have learned to RESPECT THE EDGE! It can also slice your earlobe really nicely and you won't even feel it!
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07-28-2009, 08:22 AM #9
Welcome to SRP! You're in good hands here, with loads of advice available from friendly members!
Its great that you did some reading before jumping in, and that you followed the advice out there..! Check the SRP Wiki out as well for some great info and tips as you delve deeper into the straight shaving world.
Straight Razor Place Wiki
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07-28-2009, 01:45 PM #10Tonsorial artist
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the force is strong in this one.
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