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07-28-2011, 02:26 PM #1
My FIRST shave with a STRAIGHT RAZOR
Well guys, after all of my research, my experience getting hacked up by an ignorant barber, and the purchase of my first straight razor, I've finally put the blade to my face.
Here was my process:
1) Hot towel on my face several times
2) pre shaving oil
3) shaving cream
4) shave
5) cold towel
6) after shave balm
7) powder
And here were the results:
I was successfully able to shave the left and right sides of my face, as well as most of my neck. I wasn't ready to try the stache and chin (also didn't have much time left to work with). During my shave, I found that it pulled my hair quite uncomfortably. About 3 people I know (who have never used one) told me that they think it's because my blade needed to be sharper. Well...I disagree. Because it was a shave-ready razor from Larry qt whipped dog razors. Also, it was not my blade angle, I know this was fine. What I think, is that my hair was simply too long, as it had been about 3 days since my last shave. I am under the impression that a straight razor is to be used to keep hair quite short, which probably means a daily shave at least (possibly every other day, which I am about to find out). Other than that, I survived with a few nicks at the neck, but nothing compared to that evil bastard barber who had my face scratched up for a week (at least). Anyway, it wasn't extremely unpleasant, nor was it a breeze. But I did it, and it was my first time.
I'd simply like to know how normal my experience sounds, and any other thoughts, tips, suggestions; etc. Would be appreciated.
Thanks