Thread: 42yo newbie making the switch!

You ARE crazy to use it.

As a family heirloom, you should not learn with this razor. It is a frequent occurrence for beginners to destroy their razors. They actually are fairly fragile and one simple mistake can break that blade.

You SHOULD use that razor, just not now. I suggest that you buy another quality razor and learn how to use it instead. Only after you have a few months of shaving done should you begin to use your grandfather's razor.

Also, Shumates are great razors!