Warning: Don't get too comfy!

I've been shaving with a straight, but with replaceable blades, for 10 years. I thought I learned my lesson 4 years ago when I was in a rush and somehow (clumsy) swiped the blade across 3 of my fingers. I think it stopped bleeding yesterday ;) lol

Anyway, a couple of weeks ago I switched over to the real thing. After my first shave I thought "hey, so much better, but I'm already an expert as far as shaving with a straight is concerned!" Though somewhat true, just this morning, cleaning my blade I swiped a finger!

This time, however, it was like a warning. No blood, just skin! Here's a pic below, it's kinda gross. But I just wanted to remind everyone (specially the other noobs) how we can somewhat get too comfortable. Just remind yourself how sharp it is eeeeevery single time :)

Here's the gross (but cooool) pic! Take care lol

Close call:)
I'm glad you just got the "friendly warning"
Yes, awareness while handling straights is a good thing!

Nice razor.... very nice.

Nice razor! Glad you did not really cut yourself. There is an important lesson here: One must be very careful while shaving one's fingers :p

Str8fencer, you had me laughing for some time with that comment! Birnardo, hopefully, that's the last warning I need! Thanks for the compliments on the razor gentlemen! It's my traditional straight and I absolutely love it. Going for a 5/8, fh or singer, square point next. Don't know when... but, of course, don't hesitate to suggest!