Thread: Straight Razor 1, Face 0

Originally Posted by tkpeebles

Thanks for your comments and great advice! I am glad you are all out there to share your thoughts and help me get into this the right way. I do have a question about the razor.
I had it honed by a gentlemen that has a cutlery business close to where I work. I don't know the man and had never met him prior to today. He claimed that he had honed several razors from time to time and had never had one brought back. He also said that he hadn't honed one in a while and that if I had any problems, he would be more than happy to take another look at it. When I shaved earlier, I noticed a good amount of tugging and sticking. I examined my angle and noticed I was a bit high. I decreased the angle and ,though it glided more smoothly, it didn't cut as well. I have read not to be quick to blame the blade and that it's probably technique (which I know is terrible), but how would I know that the razor is where it needs to be?
Thanks again.
Skål
Tyler

I think this is one of those times to " blame the blade". Technique probably played a part, but I'm most positive that the cutlery guy doesn't know razor sharpening!! Start by getting your razor honed by one of the expert members here at SRP. Here's a link to the page. I'd recommend one, but look at their credentials and you won't go wrong. Get a professional edge, try again, and let us know, then, how it went! Member Services - Straight Razor Place Classifieds

Howard

Edit: I did it again. Responded while you were. Still the response is germane. You really need to get it honed by one of our pros, and then you'll be able to progress with some valid feedback and make progress. You won't believe the difference after!!!