Recently received my first 1963 slim the other day... and had my first DE shave today. I do not recall what I shaved with in the 1970s (...am in my mid-50s and can not remember, geez), but I was getting bored with the plastic throw-aways.

This forum was helpful guiding me on my first shave. I used a Gillette Super Stainless/Inoxydable blade with a setting of 2. Ending up with a very good shave by after showing, taking my time, short strokes, following the grain and a little against the grain at the end. Two little nicks that pretty much were gone after washing my face. I am pleased with the results.

I have a 1961 fatboy that should be here next week. Will see how that works for me. Once I get some technique going, I will get a sampler pack and try different bladed... but will wait for a couple of months of saving first.

Just wanted to share my first experiance with the DE and thanks for the great info on this website.