Another Aussie into the mix.....

Hi everyone, I'm Aaron from Brisbane Australia. Got my first straight razor a rosewood Dovo 5/8 a couple of months ago, along with a brush, Dovo strop and some Truefitt & Hill 1805 cream, plus a few other accessories all from the Razor Shop...
After some extensive you tubing and reading I made the leap into shaving with a straight razor..and to say I was a little nervous would be an understatement. But after a couple of nicks and some trial and error, I can at least now do one pass incident free and absolutely love shaving now, whereas before it was a chore to use a gillette razor..
Looking forward to checking out the forum and getting as much information as possible so i can perfect my technique...

Cheers....Aaron

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Welcome to SRP Aaron :)

I'm just a little north of you in Maleny, but I work in Brisbane. I know Russ at the Razor shop quite well - nice chap. I hope you continue to enjoy your shaves! If you are ever around this way let me know - more than happy to show you stuff and help out in person if you want.

James.

G'Day and welcome to SRP, Aaron.
I'm out Ipswich way and can only echo James' offer to catch up when/if you want.

You and I have very similar stories, as I have also come from the hell that is Gillette and dived in head first in straight razor shaving. I was also nervous too; always cross referencing videos and diagrams to make sure I'm doing it correctly. It took me about 30-45 minutes to complete my first shave, but in the end I loved it even after the cuts!

Welcome to the forums, Bracko!

Thanks for the welcome guys. I'm also out Ipswich way Havachat, so I might need to pick your brains one day soon on stropping etc...

G'day Bracko, welcome to the forum mate. I'm in North Brisbane just beside Redcliffe. I am also happy to be of any assistance although Geoff (havachat) is sounding like he might be closer to you than I am. Good luck mate.


Mick

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Thanks for the welcome guys. I'm also out Ipswich way Havachat, so I might need to pick your brains one day soon on stropping etc...

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PM me when you are ready, bracko and Rick (RickyBeeroun222) and I can catch up with you at my place, if you want.
I'm getting my first new strop soon so we can have a play with it.

I'm often on skype so call me if you feel like it.

Welcome aboard mate. Enjoy :)

Hi, welcome!
Your sentiments about how enjoyable it is, and how nervous you are in the beginning are spot on. The best thing is that you can get infinitely better at the art, like any other art.

Carl

If you think you're nervous about shaving your own face with a cut-throat, try not to think about shaving your best mates face with one then. Now that's nerve wracking for you! And the doing of the same only adds to that tremble in the hand :)


Mick

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If you think you're nervous about shaving your own face with a cut-throat, try not to think about shaving your best mates face with one then. Now that's nerve wracking for you! And the doing of the same only adds to that tremble in the hand :)

Mick

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And that leans heavily in the direction of ....Monty Python - Lumberjack Song - YouTube


Apologies where needed, I couldn't resist the association of memories. :)

My Auntie Jack used to get her husband to shave her face - it was always a nerve-wracking experience for him... She was tough but fair.

The Aunty Jack Show - Theme Song - YouTube

James.

I've got this as a ring-tone, James....hehehe

Welcome aboard bracko.

I am from Townsville, however visiting family this week on the Gold Coast suffering freezing cold, wet blustery southern QLD WX! How do you guys cope....
Anyhow, it has given me plenty of time to catch up with SRD Forum news.
You have a great kit there, however beware of SAD, BAD etc. We all catch it eventually :gl:

sunbird

Your a lucky man Bracko - some great guys in your area, would have killed to have some mentors when I was starting (still would really). Enjoy the process!

I'd like to give a huge thanks to Russ from the Razor Shop, and Jimbo for getting my Dovo all nicely honed..
Now to get rid of the near-on beard I'm sporting... :rock:

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Welcome aboard bracko.

I am from Townsville, however visiting family this week on the Gold Coast suffering freezing cold, wet blustery southern QLD WX! How do you guys cope....
Anyhow, it has given me plenty of time to catch up with SRD Forum news.
You have a great kit there, however beware of SAD, BAD etc. We all catch it eventually :gl:

sunbird

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You should try living down here, it's ridiculous, RIDICULOUS I TELL YOU!

I keep taking hot showers just to warm up my old, ancient, sluggish, 4.8% blood...

G'day Bracko. I see you met some of the mob. :)

Just us dodgy ones Oz...;)


Mick

Aaron, welcome mate. I am from Salisbury on the south side of Brissy. Just let me know if you need anything or just want to get together for a razor chat.

Stu

G'day Stu. Howz things mate? Haven't seen you around for a while. All good I hope?


Mick

G'day Mick. Been a bit busy. Actually making a chefs knife for a friend of mine, a bit of a steep learning curve. All is fine though thanks. Just got back onto a couple of razors tonight.

Stu

Good to see you back, Stu

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G'day Mick. Been a bit busy. Actually making a chefs knife for a friend of mine, a bit of a steep learning curve. All is fine though thanks. Just got back onto a couple of razors tonight.

Stu

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Should have just asked mate, I've made a couple of those. Might have been able to offer advice. All good though. I'm sure it would have turned out just fine in the end, knowing your high standards of workmanship. Good on ya mate.


Mick

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Should have just asked mate, I've made a couple of those. Might have been able to offer advice. All good though. I'm sure it would have turned out just fine in the end, knowing your high standards of workmanship. Good on ya mate.


Mick

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Mick,

AdamG gave me some helpful hints. I will post some pictures as soon as I get an edge on it.

Most of the mucking around was making a flat platen attachment for my grinder.

Here is a progress pic, dodgy iphone pic sorry.

Stu

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