Thread: Starting Out

Hello !

I've just brought a Shavette style Straight Razor. Reasons being Im fairly strapped for cash, and plus im starting off in this new direction of shaving, DE blades are relatively inexpensive, So its the ideal way 2 start off.

I was wondering if anyone could offer any advice as how to start off.
Whats the best Prep ?
How long would each DE blade last ?
How many passes should I start off n Which 1s ? (With/Across & Against the Grain)
Plus is it ideal to use for shaving other parts of the body ?

Thanks !

Its pretty much like using a straight, prep depends on your face and beard as does the durability of the blade. I would start with a 1 pass shave and dont be ashamed if you have to clean up with a cartridge until you get the hang of it. As for other parts of the body that is up to you and your skill level.

Here's a link to some thoughts on your first shaves from a guy who knows a thing or two. Maybe three. http://straightrazorpalace.com/begin...ead-first.html

Then there's the wiki: Straight Razor Place Wiki:Books/Beginners Guide - Straight Razor Place Wiki

where you'll find answers to the questions you pose and the ones you haven't even thought about, except how long the blade will last. This last one you'll have to figure out for yourself; pretty much I'm guessing you'd replace it when it is no longer comfortable to shave with, but how many shaves that is depends on you, your skin and your beard.

Best of luck,



Marcos

Welcome to SRP!!!! Great bunch of people here who will try to answer any questions you may have. One thing is for sure, when you master a shavette, you will have absoutely NO problems with a regular straight. I have found over forty + years that a shavette is much less forgiving than a 5\8-6\8 straight. Take it slow, read Lynn's article, and be patient, and a whole new world will open up. I would also recommend you purchase Lynn's DVD. It is MORE than well worth the price. Very Best and Happy Shaving, John