Thread: SRD: Dovo Best Quality Black 5/8" Straight Razor Set

That looks like the set i ordered, except that i got the buffalo leather, wife said that looked so much better for the bathroom

Now i can't wait for it to arrive, hope you like your shaver

Dennis

So I just received the set this morning. I took everything out of the box and closely inspected everything (especially the blade). I took the advice of not stropping for the first shave. No nicks or cuts the first time. Feeling a very minimal amount of razor burn, but that's about it. I went very slow and remembered each stroke to keep a very light touch. I think all went well the first time. I would say the quality of the shave was along the same lines as a typical 4 blade disposable. I'm not looking for a BBS shave here (as I've heard that kind of shave is a long way off for most, if not all, beginner straight razor shavers). I have merely been intrigued with the idea of straight razor shaving and am more excited that I actually own and will be a straight razor shaver for many days to come. =)

Awesome, seems like you're off to a great start!

Thought I would post one more pic I took of the razor. Love the look of these things. I actually went back and did an ATG pass and what can I say, WOW!! Now that IS BBS! I only did the cheeks though. I think the first time I was doing it I was just TOO overly careful not to push on my face. I found you have to push a tiny bit toward the skin. And DEFINITELY hold that skin really taught. I think I get it now. It's a light hold against the skin with a motion kinda diagonal toward the skin and up. That was amazing!

Good job, now all you need is more practice. i really like a quote from Alan: little stubble is better than little irritation.
The closeness will come with time as you improve your technique.