Quote Originally Posted by MattCastle View Post
I'm 18 and in university, so I've definitely received my fair share of criticism, especially from my roommate. It can be awkward when they walk by and I'm surfing a site called Straight Razor Place, and I spend the better part of 2 hours watching a razor restoration from beginning to end. Although, I have soft spots for fountain pens, typewriters, records, pocket watches, etc. etc. so that can't help things. I've also had some awkward conversations when guys come into the bathroom and I'm lathering up with a brush, so I've started shaving late at night to avoid that as much as possible. It's nice to finally find a place filled with people who share my obsessions!
I guess I have forgotten what it was like to be a teen and the awkwardness of it all. Matt...don't feel weird about your shaving routine.The more confidence you show with it the better you will feel about it.I suspect your peers are giving you jibes because they are jealous that they can't/don't use a straight blade.You will have the last laugh in time.But that being said...there is nothing nicer than a nice peaceful night shave...I didn't give myself the moniker Nightblade for nothin after all.Curious...do ya have a lady friend and if so how does she feel about straight razor shaving ? Most of the ladies love to see a man being a man instead of a boy and it's a fantastic confidence builder.Stick with us kid and you'll be just fine.