End of Round 1

[UmmBacon]

I came out strong. Like James Toney after a half dozen Nathan's dogs. I was feeling confident and I was able to roll every punch the 5/8 terror threw at me. I made it through one side burn with moderate success, but scoring points none the less. Then the hours of training kicked in and I remembered about pulling the skin taught. My corner had to step in and bring me a rag, as I was struggling for grip. I then started to pick up some steam. Done with the second burn...I'm a bad man, I'm pretty.

BOOM, then I caught one on the button. Staggered and woozy, I shook it off and got back in the fight. The Ebony Brawler could tell that I felt that one and he inched closer like a hungry pit bull. I was now in a fight!

Much of it was a series of unsure jabs with the occasional glancing overhand cross. After trying a few moves to impress the audience, but ultimately failing with the judges, I lumbered over to the ropes. Everyone knew what they were watching, and no matter what kind of spin my promoter tries to put on it, I was definitely bested that round. The bell rang, and I made it out without any noticeable damage, but the Super Solingen was ahead on the cards, no question.

Looking back, I know now that my machismo and overconfidence is what did me in. Before I step back in the ring I am hitting up the gym.

I plan on watching and reading up again about the proper shave technique. That is something that I admittedly glossed over in the interest of reading about restoring razors. I felt confident going with the grain of the hair, but it did not give me the closeness that I was expecting. The razor came out of the package today from SRD, and I am sure that it is well honed and sharp, but it was not what I expected. I did not put it to the strop, thinking that I might have the best chance using what the pros sent me. Next time I am going to give it a go on the cow skin. The one saving grace is that I gave up before it got bloody. I have a meeting tomorrow with some big wigs from the state, and I didn’t want to look like I got into a fight with a drunken badger.

I am going to drink a beer and call it a night. Tomorrow I am going to go back through the forums and bone up on proper technique, as I know that I did not retain much of the advice that I have seen in regards to how to actually shave.

Anyway, I figured that I would tell my tale. The Ebony Pride won the first round, but I will be right back in the center of the ring, after a day or two.

[cyclelu]

Welcome to SRP!

Glad to hear that you will continue. Here is a link to the Straight Razor Place Wiki. You can also check out the shaving videos here Videos - Straight Razor Place Forums.

this should help, it did for me going back to check things out. Do not use pressure and mind the angle.


Lu

[BingoBango]

You walked away with no blood? Well, at least it's a split decision! (Your post made me search for that scene in Rocky where he runs up the steps...)

I don't think not stropping your razor out of the box from SRD did you in, IIRC the say it's an option for the first shave. Be sure to strop it well before the next round, though.

The chin and upper lip are the hardest areas for me to shave. Looks like you've got a strong start and the patience to make it work out.

Good job and good luck in your next bout!

[Xavier]

I'm new myself and this sounds eerily familiar to my first shave just recently.

Good luck to both of us!

[jhenry]

Welcome to SRP...

A very entertaining and enjoyable blow-by-blow description of your bout with 5/8. I'm sure there will be a rematch--and you will win by a knockout.

[nun2sharp]

If your skills pick up to match your storytelling, you're going to be alright. Kudos

[ControlFreak1]

Great one.
Welcome.
Sounds like he almost had you on the ropes there for a second.
Overconfidence is a formidable foe. And the results are a ruthless teacher.
Take your time, scars are permanent.
Hang in there kid.

[nessmuck]

LIGHTS OUT TONEY WAS THE MAN!!! WHEN HE CAME INTO A FIGHT IN SHAPE!!!!!

[nessmuck]

i am still laughing, nice story,i love boxing anyway, after you get a few rounds under your belt you will be alright,and when you get to the championship rounds 11 and 12 please let us know how your doing champ!

[Warbler]

good story. I only hope I survive my first shave to tell the tale . . .