Thread: Shaving across the neck

OK, I have a Portland Razor Co. Sprite in production. It has a 2" blade. I have a full beard, all but part of the neck, which seems to make this razor make some sense. I do not have any hollows in my neck or many other places for that manner. Skinny people are the first to get kidnapped, and old people like me are seldom kept as hostages. Any thoughts on my razor selection being a successful tool for the limited service for which I purchased it?

Originally Posted by bcw

OK, I have a Portland Razor Co. Sprite in production. It has a 2" blade. I have a full beard, all but part of the neck, which seems to make this razor make some sense. I do not have any hollows in my neck or many other places for that manner. Skinny people are the first to get kidnapped, and old people like me are seldom kept as hostages. Any thoughts on my razor selection being a successful tool for the limited service for which I purchased it?

Soo, you do or don't currently posssd a straight razor?

I purchased a razor with a concave blade and it works great on your neck. You don't need a drastic curve to get a really smooth shave. I picked up a sheffield razor on Ebay and after the proper honing, it shaves like a dream.

Originally Posted by jkatzman

I purchased a razor with a concave blade and it works great on your neck. You don't need a drastic curve to get a really smooth shave. I picked up a sheffield razor on Ebay and after the proper honing, it shaves like a dream.

I'm confused, what's your question?

In process. Should be delivered in a couple of weeks.

Originally Posted by bcw

In process. Should be delivered in a couple of weeks.

That helps, thanks

Originally Posted by IndependenceRazor1

I have heard the opinion expressed that it may be necessary to accept a lower level of smoothness when shaving the neck.
Let us not descend into anarchy and resignation.

Uh oh! Too late for me.

Originally Posted by whoever

I'm confused, what's your question?

I don't think he was 'asking a question,' just stating what works for himself.

Razor delivered, and I have had about 5 shaves with it, and I'm pleased. My stropping technique is a work in process, but the razor was delivered shave ready and I've kept it that way. I only shave on my neck around a beard, so I have limited my exposure. Very pleased with Portland Razor company.