Thread: new to straight razor shaving

Hi there to you all. My name is John, i have just got my new straight razor after using a double edge. i have been reading on all sites on how to use one, from taking your time to making sure i dont try to do all of my face. I put shaving cream onto my face picked up my razor and even after all the you tube clips i was lost i did not realise how hard it was to use one from holding it in a way to see the movement of the blade. It was so funny i was like a child in deep water. I will not give up i have had 2 shaves on my right cheek and will continue to take my time, and with luck one day i will be able to give myself a good shave. john

Welcome to SRP.

What you are describing is pretty much what we all went thru when starting out
Don't worry, you'll get there with a little more practice.
It sounds to me like you have done everything right up until now, keep it up!

If we can assist in any way, do let us know.
Good luck!

It takes time. It won't take you this long but remember, real barbers take years to learn it right.

I added a mirror on a swivel arm to the wall so I could see my face during the contortions. Bed Bath and Beyond has several.

Welcome to the club.

Thanks for your help the swivel arm mirror is a fantastic idea i will get myself one. At the moment i am looking forward to each shave i never thought that would happen. many thanks john

John,

Ikea has a great mirror for dirt cheap. I think it was under $10. Even if you have to pay shipping it's worth it. I even put one in my truck camper for when I'm up in the mountains. Yep, I still miss my shaving up there if I don't take my gear. Have fun and ask lots of questions.

John

Welcome, John, and good work so far! Slow is best. That's one of the things many of us love about the straight shave anyway, that it slows down a part of our day like nothing else can any more.

Best wishes to you.