A marathon not a sprint

[Englishgent]

A word of encouragement to our beginners and new friends on this Forum.

I started shaving with a straight two years ago , and after a year was ready to pack it all in and go back to a Mach 3 , however pride made me persevere and I am now getting excellent shaves each and every time.

I've gone through a variety of grinds / soaps/ creams etc but have come to the conclusion that no one particular type of razor is better for than another, it's all about prep, making good lather and most importantly ensuring that my razor is the sharpest it can possibly be.

Technique had to be learned and as they say Rome wasn't built in a day. The satisfaction that now comes from knowing that I will never buy another throw away cartridge is immense.

So stick with it guys, be patient, read this forum and eventually you will get there.

[ianp1966]

Thank you for the encouragement i feel i need it sometimes it can get frustrating but then i just sit back down and think "just take your time dude Rome wasn't built in a day" its so true

ian

[Birnando]

Thank you very much.
That was very considerate and thoughtful of you.

Beeing a rookie, I sometimes ask myself if I made the right choice going straight
There is comfort in hearing about others who have sailed these shores in the past!

[JimmyHAD]

The satisfaction that now comes from knowing that I will never buy another throw away cartridge is immense.

It is indeed a wonderful feeling when we finally know we are 'there' with our straight razor shaving and still improving as time goes on.

[gssixgun]

Nicely written my friend !!!!