Thread: First Shave!

I have been interested in straight razors for a while, but decided that I wanted to shave with one only a couple of weeks ago. After a lot of research, I decided that I wanted to go the vintage route as opposed to buying new. For my first razor, I decided to purchase a pre-1906 11/16 T. Hessenbruch Hollow Ground, restored by Razor Emporium.

While I was anxiously awaiting the arrival of my T. Hessenbruch, I snagged a Simmons Keenkutter and a Robert Klaas on eBay. I have plans to restore both of them. Hopefully this isn't the beginning of RAD...

My first shave today went pretty well. I had a couple of nicks and some irritation, but that's part of the learning process it seems. My lathering, stopping, and shaving techniques definitely need some improvement. The sides of my face have never received a closer shave, but my upper lip and chin still have some stubble.

So long disposable razors, I'm not going to miss you.

Welcome aboard! Plenty of knowledge to be found on this fine site, so take advantage of it. The chin and upper lip are problematic for a lot of people.

Say hello to your new obsession

Originally Posted by mjhasbach

...Hopefully this isn't the beginning of RAD...

Poor lad, thinks he has a chance....

Originally Posted by LAsoxfan

Welcome aboard! Plenty of knowledge to be found on this fine site, so take advantage of it. The chin and upper lip are problematic for a lot of people.

Say hello to your new obsession

I've been lurking and using the valuable information on this website for a while now. There's so many answered questions that I don't think I have any of my own.

Originally Posted by deadrift

Poor lad, thinks he has a chance....

Here's to hoping.

Welcome to SRP,

Check out the Classified Ads here on SRP for a vintage shave ready razor
and watch the following Forum for Razor Meets in your area......

BTW, click on "Settings" above and enter in your "Location" then you can be notified of future Razor Meets in your area.

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Use this search screen & fill in your "Location" ( WI) to find other SRP
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Welcome to SRP mate!
Sounds like a good start to me!
Do check out the beginners guide on the frontpage.
It is a very useful page filled with lots of tips and techniques to help you out!
Good luck with your new endevour