Originally Posted by
Maximilian
This is what I have learned after nearly 28 years of DE/Str8 shaving. take it for what it's worth.
A DE and straight both take technique and a learning curve as what works well for your type of skin and other important factors, imo.
It took me lots of trials and errors to find out what DE blade works wonders for my skin and what DE razor works best. Same with the str8. What grind, steel and size works best for you. It takes a learning curve. Add to all this technique and experience and you're good to go. I enjoy both shaves and mostly use a DE when time is running short for a shave. For a str8 I like to take my time and give myself the 30 min shaving ritual and meditation. Both give me an equal BBS shave.