Took 23 months, and I considered myself a beginner until I conquered this feat: a BBS shave with NO NICKS! I have been getting consistent BBS shaves for several months, but none without one drop of blood.

So now I have graduated out of the ranks of the beginners in my opinion. Newbie no more.

I write this as a means of encouraging those of you who might be discouraged after a few months of straight shaving. It is not easy to learn, but it is worth it. You will forever enjoy shaving both during the pursuit of perfection and after the achievement!

Thanks to all of you who coached me along the way!