Thread: I got a question on youtube

Originally Posted by Cage

All joking aside, though... shaving with a straight razor is definitely not for everyone. The Mach 3 is definitely faster and easier if that's what you're after.

I'd wager that most people that consistently use a straight razor don't mind the "hassle" of sharpening, stropping, and maintaining their blades... getting the prep and lather right... and all of those things. I'd even lay money down that they downright enjoy it! I know I do. It's definitely more of a hobby for me than just getting the stubbly stuff off my face.

Cool, I knew my post might need a fire extinguisher here, but I am glad you are open minded.

I fell back to SE and DE blades as a compromise to the great MACH 3 razor. I use a Gem 1912 as my daily now and from time to time I pull out one of my Dovo's.

I have six Dovo blades all purchased new an many sharpened by Lynn. I have two that have been through hell and back, two that have only seen a strop and a Naniwa 10K and two unused as a reference.

Its the Reference blades that kill me !!! As much as I have tried, my other blades are no where close to the sharpness of my "reference" blades. If only I could keep them that sharp.

Can I shave with my other four blades that are less than Lynn sharp? Yep. But peeling a new DE or SE from its wrapper brings me back to reality. #1 Rule with any blade? Its gotta be sharp