Thread: Newfound respect

Hello from central PA...

After several weeks of reading and ordering supplies, I just had my first whirl with a straight razor. I have a newfound respect for those of you who can do this so effortlessly! Trying to hold the razor at an appropriate angle without blocking my own vision was far more awkward than I had expected. I am very happy for the recommendation of only shaving a small portion on the side of one's dominant hand first. Had I tried to shave my whole face at once I'm sure I would have been a bloody mess.

I also learned directly why a spike tip is not recommended for a newbie. Even a muted spike point. Oops.

Anyway, thanks to all who contribute here. I am looking forward to developing the skill I need to make it the whole way across my face.

Oh - one other item... I wear glasses. How have others worked their way to 'knowing their face' without the need for glasses? I can't decide if slightly blurry vision or the presence of glasses is more of a hurdle.