Thread: First SR shave

Had my first SR shave on Saturday. I was using DE razors and getting pretty good shaves regularly. So I'm familiar with all the prep. Just a change in razor. I used the Kinfolks Blue Steel Special 5/8 with muted point picked up off the classifieds from Frank. I used some QCS Iced Key Lime that I've recently gotten, fantastic croap from QCS. Along with my Whipped Dog brush. I was ready to go. I did not strop the razor first as I wanted to use it and see what "shave ready" meant and how to interpret it. The razor seemed plenty sharp to me. I wasn't afraid of cutting myself, but I do respect the blade and what can happen. I performed 2 WTG passes a semi-XTG pass and a couple of strokes ATG on my chin area to see how it felt. I managed to finish without any cuts, nicks, or weepers. It wasn't a great shave, but, I realize as my first SR shave I had done pretty good. I reall enjoyed using the straight and how it felt mowing over my 1 day growth.
I was pleased with the results and how I handled the blade. I still have some thngs to work out as far as grip is concerned. As well as when/how to stretch my face. Also, when to use one hand, and when to use both.
I finished up with a DE Tradere razor- just 1 pass ATG to tidy up. It still wasn't clise, but didn't want irritation. I did have a bit after hot/cold rinse, some Lemon WH, then slathering on some Captains Chioce Co9T BR. Let it burn, baby burn. Then finish it off with a heaping helping of Lucky Tiger to tone it all down.

All in all, a decent shave. I was more concerned with technique, as opposed to results at this juncture. And as far as technique foes, it went OK. I'll use DE during the week until I can SR shave a little quicker, which will come with time/ experience.

Any comments/suggestions welcome. It's great to join the SR club!!

Dantheman

Sounds like you are well on your way! Glad to see your first shave went so well.

great, You know Your beard from handling the DE, so You can basicly concentrate on holding and guiding the SR now, which surely is a great benefit.