First Shave

**InkyDoug** · 09-11-2011, 02:13 PM

Well today was the day.

Hot shower
Preshave oil
Unscented SRD shave soap
Junk badger brush
Dovo 5/8
SRD 3" latigo strop 50 strokes

Results: 0 nicks, not the smoothest shave (but no XTG or ATG)

I went only with the grain on this shave. Getting to all the spots was a little awkward for hand positions, but I'm sure I'll figure it out.

I am very happy that I made the switch. Now I can't wait for the stubble to grow back in for the next shave!!!

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**Nix** · 09-11-2011, 03:49 PM

Well your first shave was clearly much smoother than mine!

**schatz** · 09-11-2011, 05:01 PM

You did great! It will only get better from here.

**Indecision** · 09-12-2011, 08:25 PM

Sounds like you had a better run of it than I did a few days ago with mine. I haven't had any real cuts yet, just a couple nicks. There's definitely a learning curve involved.

**InkyDoug** · 09-12-2011, 08:29 PM

This is a first. I didn't really need a shave this morning!!! The Str8 gives a much closer shave (but we all knew that). The chin is proving to be the most troublesome area. I think i may stick to shaving the flats until I get more proficient. I can either use the old multi-blade or grow a goatee!!

**Martin103** · 09-12-2011, 08:35 PM

Thats what i did when i strated, but its been a while now and now i shave my face completely, daily wtg and im very pleased with that so far, im slowly experiencing with other passes. Take your time dont jump into it fast and you will be pleased with the results.

**cpcohen1945** · 09-12-2011, 10:23 PM

Originally Posted by InkyDoug

This is a first. I didn't really need a shave this morning!!! The Str8 gives a much closer shave (but we all knew that). The chin is proving to be the most troublesome area. I think i may stick to shaving the flats until I get more proficient. I can either use the old multi-blade or grow a goatee!!

Or buy a vintage (or new) double-edge safety razor, and some blades . . . <g> They're great for chins, neck hollows, etc.

Charles

**InkyDoug** · 09-12-2011, 11:29 PM

Charles, a DE is a great idea! I have been trying to avoid a debilitating case of RAD, but alas it may be inevitable.

Str8 Newb - Luddite Enthusiast

**texasrazorman** · 09-13-2011, 01:38 AM

Awesome! Welcome to the world of straight razors from a fellow newbie.

**cpcohen1945** · 09-13-2011, 04:11 AM

Originally Posted by InkyDoug

Charles, a DE is a great idea! I have been trying to avoid a debilitating case of RAD, but alas it may be inevitable.

Str8 Newb - Luddite Enthusiast

You can find a perfectly good Gillette DE in a typical antique shop (or flea market) for anywhere from $5 to $20. You don't have to hone it, you don't have to coat it in oil, you don't have to strop it. And you don't _necessarily_ get RAD for DE razors, just because you have it for straights.

I started with 1 DE, and I now have 3 (and a Schick injector), so it may be creeping up on me.

Charles

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