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    I'm usually content with a DFS and a few small trouble spots that need a third pass. Being retired there is no need for a BBS except every so often when the mood hits me to play around or prolong the shaving time I'll go for a BBS. When I occasionally use a DE or SE I'll play around to see if I can get a BBS with them (no and sometimes).
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    WTG + XTG + ATG = BBS. WTF, WNI?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Razorfeld View Post
    WNI?
    eh?


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    When I first started I was trying to get BBS every time I shaved. Now its WTG, and ATG and that's it. I also have a beard so the only areas I'm doing are my neck and a bit of my upper cheeks. The cheeks get 1 pass and the neck gets 2 passes. It works well for me and leaves a nice comfortable shave.
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    I don't chase the BBS but I do give it a run once a week.
    Why, because in my mind, for me, it is the 'mark of mastery' in this endeavor.
    When I can achieve BBS anytime I want, I will know that I have dominion over the steel!
    With that being said, I also know that with SR shaving, it's the journey not the destination.

    today was a 2 pass DFS.
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    I chase a BBS all the time but if I don't get it no big deal either, just try again another day.

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    I do a three pass shave. I am blessed with no razor burn so I can get a BBS shave often. If after three passes I miss a few hairs no big deal. I'll get them tomorrow.
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    I never chase a BBS.

    DFS in one pass for me.

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    DFS is good enough for me, I do a modified 2 pass, WTG on the first pass and ATG on my neck and XTG on my face, I can't seem to position my hand for XTG on my neck.

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    most days Im good with a DFS. BBS is a rare-ish achievement for me.

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