Thread: Jimps for newbies?

Being a newbie - I think thumb notches should be out until you learn to strop well - it is a fast way to either drop your blade on the floor while stropping or cut your strop as there is a bit less to hold.

I think jimps are nice but not necessary - any standard straight that has a good neck (if that is the right termininology) will work well and allow for a balanced hold.

I also think shoulderd blades versus shoulderless are best when beginning and learning to hold a straight proper.

This is strictly speaking from my own experience and each person has learned differently on different blades with or without success. thats my disclaimer

andy

I don't have a ton of shaving experience, but I started with an unjimped, shoulderless Wosty. It worked out fine, but at first I had trouble with sliding down the shoulder grind... even with dry hands, I think jimps would be a big help...and a shoulder.

I'd say I wouldn't advise them as a must, but they certainly might be a deciding factor between two equally priced decent razors.

Originally Posted by nun2sharp

Dry hands preclude the necessity of jimps IMO, they do look good and add reassurance to the novice. BTW why a "death grip"? Please read Jimmys sig line next chance you get.

There was a lot of adrenaline that first shave. Things are more relaxed now so I still like jimps, but not having them hasn't been an obstacle either.

for instance with this purchase I made just moments ago!http://rurl.org/1sko

Beautiful new razor you've got there!

I've yet to slip while shaving. I have 2 razors that have jimps while the others don't. The jimps definately provide the extra "grip", a peace of mind that you're less likely to slip for the new straight shaver.

Not having them isn't a big deal to me. Inspite of my being new to it I'm glad I was able to adapt quickly.