Originally Posted by
jasalvas
Well, I just finished my first shave with a JA Henckles 118 I found on ebay that was... "shave ready". I felt like it could have had more of an edge on it but I completed my cheeks, neck and started on the chin when the edge felt too dull, so I finished with my safety razor.
I was pretty happy with the first shave! I am right handed but felt more comfortable with my left... which was a surprise to me. Anyway, I have been using pre-shave oil for the last month or two with my safety razor. Todays shave was without the oil. Face feels pretty good and I am excited for the next shave!
Oh, one more thing. Are there any members located in the Bay Area? I would like to have a better understanding of when my razor is really "shave ready". When I started my shave this evening I knew the blade could have been sharper. Having someone close by who could show me in person would be great.
Thanks everyone!