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03-09-2013, 10:56 PM
frankthetank86

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Originally Posted by suits123

A shavette requires no pressure and is much less forgiving than a real straight. Which will cause more nicks. You may transfer to a straight razor and nick yourself much less and in no time not at all.

The irritation can be helped by using an aftershave or even a moisturizer. Essentially with a straight and shavette you are putting a razor blade directly on the skin and shaving it which will cause some irritation without being properly cared for. This includes pre shaving and post shaving.

The gold may come off a little bit depending on how far down it goes. But it won't be bad. You can also use electric tape while honing to avoid this.

Thanks so much for your reply. I use both pre-oil and after shave every time when I shave so it might be the amount of pressure I use. I might want to just go to the straight razor then if it's a whole lot different than using blades.
03-09-2013, 11:13 PM
jbtusa

Do yourself a favor. Get the real McCoy. There's a huge difference.
03-09-2013, 11:20 PM
suits123

It is definitely different. It may be good to switch now. You have probably learned a lot about your face and using a bare blade. Now would probably be pretty good so you don't have to do any unlearning o a shavette for straight razors.
03-09-2013, 11:21 PM
frankthetank86

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Originally Posted by jbtusa

Do yourself a favor. Get the real McCoy. There's a huge difference.

I'm sorry, I'm really new to this...McCoy as a brand of straight razor?
03-09-2013, 11:23 PM
suits123

Quote:

Originally Posted by frankthetank86

I'm sorry, I'm really new to this...McCoy as a brand of straight razor?

No it is just a saying. "Get the real thing" the dovo straight you are looking at will be great.
03-09-2013, 11:40 PM
onimaru55

If you're honing over the gold wash, something is wrong. :)
03-09-2013, 11:47 PM
pixelfixed

I belieave he is concerned with the gold wash on the spine,you would tape such a blade.
03-10-2013, 12:53 AM
onimaru55

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Originally Posted by pixelfixed

I belieave he is concerned with the gold wash on the spine,you would tape such a blade.

There is no gold on the spine bevel but honing the correct way & rolling the spine over the stone could certainly damage the gold if not taped.
Lucky I flip the "wrong way" :)
03-10-2013, 01:08 AM
32t

Your first razor that you hone you are going to make mistakes. [Third or fourth also!:)]If the gold makes you worried spend $20 less and buy one with out it.
03-12-2013, 12:33 AM
matloffm

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Originally Posted by frankthetank86

I'm sorry, I'm really new to this...McCoy as a brand of straight razor?

What's happening to all the idioms I grew up with? :hmmm:
03-12-2013, 01:10 AM
32t

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Originally Posted by matloffm

What's happening to all the idioms I grew up with? :hmmm:

I feel your pain. Getting old like us. That's Sad. Of course I remember when Sad wasn't necessarily bad. :rofl2:
03-12-2013, 02:47 AM
Brewdaddy

I'm still new at this as well.... I cut myself when my razor said your doing it wrong. Once I slowed down (30 minute shve) I had no nicks and a CLOSE shave that was fantastic! I will give you the same advise I was given.... Stick with Dovo or Boker and take the plunge....you won't be disappointed !!!! All these guys have been great and give great advice. Good luck and take your time. Lather up a few times....it smells good and that was my biggest nick when I didn't!!
03-13-2013, 11:59 PM
DerekC

Also make sure your soap isn't drying out on your face. The lack of cushion and excess of pressure could lead to irritation. Also, for 'aftershave' are you using an alcohol-based scent? Or lotion? I found that traditional aftershaves dry out my skin when used immediately after shaving. I grew to love the burn, but changed my tune once I experienced a moisturizing lotion post-shave. If I feel the need for a scent, I use one after I let the lotion soak into my skin.
03-14-2013, 04:21 PM
Ziander

I got a Shavette after I shaved with a real straight and I think the shavette takes way more skill. That thing is dangerous. A real straight is about a 100 times more forgiving than a shavette...IMO

I still get the odd little red spot with my straight however there is usually alot more with the shavette. Take the plunge you wont regret it. Just remember you only need one razor.....HAHAHAHAHAHA :rofl2: at least thats what I thought.... But hey a mans gotta have some variety..

I noticed the dryness changed as soon as I went to better quality products to shave with.
03-14-2013, 04:40 PM
RDM2

My hair stylist told me that if you want "that" look then you have to use "that" product. So it standes to reson that if you want "that" shave.........
Welcome aboard
Rich