Thread: Shavette shaving vs Straight razor shaving

Thanks, yes, i probably put too much information. It is hard to gauge just how much is enough. For this Thread, i am seeking for information comparing Shavette shaving vs straigth.

I read another thread where someone mentionned that a Straight is not as sharp and does not slide through the hair as easily. This confirms the hair test . Even though the Dovo popped the hair it was not as quick as the Shavette in doing so.

I was thinking some more about how i shaved and the difference between my first and second shave. I shaved with the straight using the same speed and technique i was using with the shavette (what else did i know). The second time, i went a little slower and i had stropped the razor before (i did not the first time because i had not received my strope - i rely on mail order since it is hard to find straight equipment around here).

Since the straight does not slice as easily, perhaps the pulling of the whiskers is a consequence of going too fast and an improper angle. I will play closer attention next time. This is mother's day tomorrow , here, and my wife has pleaded i do not use the straight today . Next week, i will make another attempt . In the meantime, i will keep reading and will get back to basics to uncover what i am doing wrong.

Thanks