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02-10-2016, 02:09 AM #1Junior Member
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Greetings from Washington
I found an old DE razor that was my Grandfathers. Decided to give it a try. I can't seem to use it without cutting myself but it looks like there is quite a learning curve to get past. I'll keep reading and practicing. My first straight is on it's way from Larry at Whipped Dog, so I'll give that a try soon . . . I've got plenty of blood to give.
Thanks for all the info you guys have out there!
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02-10-2016, 02:20 AM #2Senior Member
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Welcome. We're here to give advice and cheer you on.
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02-10-2016, 03:15 AM #3Senior Member
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Welcome! No blood is necessary! DE is really easy. SR, not so much. Do all the reading you can and then ask any questions you have.
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02-10-2016, 03:28 AM #4Senior Member
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Welcome to SRP! There are quite a few of us in Washington and Oregon, if you need any help feel free to ask.
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02-10-2016, 03:37 AM #5Senior Member
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Welcome, Doug.
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02-10-2016, 02:55 PM #6Senior Member
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Welcome, I just bought my first DE this past weekend and chewed up my face. Got too confident and went to fast. Just remember, go slooooooow and enjoy the ride.
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02-11-2016, 09:55 PM #7'with that said'
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I cut (no pun intended) my shaving teeth on my dad's DE, The best advice I can give is this:
Originally Posted by Slugger
#1 Ditch the Canned Goop/Even the Van Der Hagen starter kit with a brush, bowl and soap will give you better shaves. (about $10)
#2 Forget Everything You Ever Learned with the disposables!
#3 Remember that only the weight of the razor is needed to shave using a DE OR a Straight
#4 Remember it's not a race! Take your time! If you shave before work get up 15-20 minutes earlier. If you can shave at night when you have more time, then do so!
Lastly let us know where in the Great State you are! I'm down here in Walla Walla. It's possible that there is an experienced member close to you who could help you!
Hang in there, with patience and practice it will come to you and you will enjoy those shaves!
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