Report: One year of straight razor shaves

[MisterClean]

I have been SR shaving for one year, I just wanted to share my experience with everyone.

A. First off this is a hell of a lot of fun. Shaving has become a passion instead of a chore.

B. This Forum and it's generous members have helped me learn the ropes.

C. I've made some new friends.

D. I've learned to prep the face for a beautiful smooth shave.

E. I've learned art of blade angle, passes and stropping.

F. I'm shaving with blades I have honed myself.

G. I'm learning about restoring old razors, making scales and some interesting history
associated with cutlers.

H. This coming Christmas morning, my present will be a great shave and knowing
I'll be doing it again tomorrow.

[Hirlau]

,,,and the journey continues, enjoy!

[evnpar]

Terrific post. I know that you'll continue to enjoy your shaves and this great shaving community.

[tcrideshd]

glad to hear it Freddie, you know I think at times the shaves ive experienced and all the other stuff that comes along doesn't compare to the friends ive made while here. I have traveled to parts unknown and met some really great people, that is what I like most about this place, its good to have you , maybe one day I,ll be coming your way too! Tc

[xiaotuzi]

Great to hear about the successes, connections and friendships... and many more to come. Oh, and what a nice Barlow you got there!

[jkatzman]

I share your thoughts completely. I am very grateful to be a part of such a generous group and to be part of the art of shaving community.

[Dieseld]

Your right on with what you said. It is very rare to find such an amazing and helpful community, especially on-line
Very happy to say I am part of this place

[petercp4e]

A big Congratulations on a great milestone!!!
Glad to hear you're enjoying the shaving, the razors and most of all the camaraderie.

Pete <:-}