I have been playing with a straight for about 4 mo now. I pretty much went cold turkey and just jumped in. Prior to that I had been a DE shaver. I learned everything I could from the mantic videos (that guy should get an award or something) and I truly loved my DE. I figured out that I was one of those guys who truly appreciated taking my time with the process. I loved my Merkur Futur DE but if I was not careful I would nick myself pretty good.

Then, I found this site...

4 months ago I switched to a straight and I have REALLY been enjoying it. Well, two days ago I needed a quick shave so I pulled out my DE again. Man, I cut myself up so bad! After that experience, I find my love for my Futur just a little less This morning I went back to my Dovo and awesome shave!

So I fear that trying a straight razor has likely become a one way trip for me. Be aware for all beginners!!!