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    Default Shavette Home Run!

    Haven't used my shavette in a while. Over the last few months I have been concentrating on my straights an getting the technique down. Today I came to the shavette in my rotation an instead of passing by it to use a straight I grabbed it. Full 3 pass shave with no nicks cuts or burn. First time I have accomplished this with the shavette. I'm sure a few months of straights has helped a lot. Still feels good to get it right. Now if only the hair would grow faster.
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    Had exactly the same experience after about two years of using only a straight. I'd say the shavette will be my to-go tool when traveling or when I don't have time for stropping my straight.
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    I haven't had the opportunity to try a shavette but I usually
    End up with a few nicks when I use my DE. Usually when I
    Don't have the extra time for stropping.

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    Yeah I can see it getting more use now. Very nice enjoyable shave. Actually has me thinking of buying a much nicer shavette to add to collection. I like the feather dx. Also for the same kind price range there is the Don Jae which are just stunning!
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    Yep, while I love my traditional straights, it's hard to beat a Feather or KAI for a travel razor! And, they're a nice occasional change of pace at home as well!
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    Will be heading out Sunday on a one week cruise and plan on taking my Feather DX along.

    This should help me put everything in a single carry-on bag.
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    Quote Originally Posted by beluga View Post
    Will be heading out Sunday on a one week cruise and plan on taking my Feather DX along.

    This should help me put everything in a single carry-on bag.
    Nice! Enjoy!!
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    Normally I use a straight but yesterday i treated myself and a good friend to a head shave and Royal Shave at AOS( his 70th Bday). so while i was in the chair my friend bought me a shavette can't wait to try it and i think it should do well for traveling.
    "I don't always shave, but when I do I use a straight"

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    Edwin just know if its the first time you have used one they act very different then regular straights. They don't tend to be very forgiving to mistakes. I still use them in rotation because they do a great job.
    "The black smoke is just lost power"

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    RollinCoal I'll remember that and hopefully add the shavette to the rotation.
    Last edited by EdwinM; 08-18-2014 at 07:39 PM.
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