Thread: What pearl of wisdom can you give a beginner?

don't panic?

if you want the real good ones you'll have to dig out afdavis's post on the matter. my favorite is:

Originally Posted by alan

little stubble is better than little irritation

I have a few I was considering last night.

Buy a strop that produces draw
(I find it really convienent when the strop tells me the razor is sharp)

Barbers were forced to know what they were talking about, but couldn't put it into words very well

Finding a razor with nice balance can make for an enjoyable shave

By the time you get to the third pass you've produced all the prep time anyone has ever recommended

A strop is the perfect tool to sharpen, smooth, or dull a razor

One good quality tool or product from each of the essential groups is enough to get a great shave every day & keeps a marriage happy!

Of course, this is not the route i followed.