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So, I've been wet shaving for a long time, and shaving with a straight for six / eight weeks now. I'm thinking about setting up my bug out bag with a straight razor kit.
This is as far as my thinking has taken me so far:
- The razor should be stainless?
- The razor should be a wedge, so it is less likely to chip.
- The Strop should be small, perhaps one of Tony's manmade material ones.
- Shaving stick, GOOD!
All thoughts, suggestions or contradictions are welcome.
Lunumbra
Excellent idea! Some kind of AS is the only thing I'd add....
What means "bug out bag"?
A bug-out bag is a small bag full of bare essentials that you keep by the door in case you have to "bug out," say, because of a natural disaster, or because your job calls you away on 10 minutes notice.
Cool idea, I don't know if you have to limit yourself to a wedge. That's a lot of honing once you get past that edge. How about a half hollow?
Firearms for the purpose. That will go over well here. :)
Jordan
Thats almost exactly the contents of my deployment kit. I do carry two straights though. Never know if you'll have time to be exacting or even have to shave commando...
a small bottle of your favorite a/s or balm.
Do stainless wedges even exist?
I'm not an expert, but I've never seen one.
Excellent comments.
Two razors, very good idea. Maybe I'll even splurge on a matched set.
Half hollows also a very good idea.
And a small bottle of AS. I don't generally suffer from much razor burn, so maybe an Alum block will work for the same purpose here. As well as work as a deodorant.
Thank You Gentlemen.
Lunumbra
A Wapi, with its stainless steel scales might be a good choice too.
I use the steel case they give you with a high end Dovo, those are great. A rubber band or ladies hair tie works great for keeping the razor closed. A strop should be mounted on a hard surface, like wood. A barber hone would be nice for extended work.
I use my set up for travel and don't bother with soap. I just use whats in the hotel room. Don't need a brush either. But for a bug out bag I'd take both.
The few times that I have bugged-out I've always wished I'd taken more stuff. Suddenly you actually have time to play with all the cool toys.
Natuallly, I would avoid creams with glass containers.
Only as custom-made-razors, not off the rack.Quote:
Originally Posted by shuredgefan
But the bag sound pretty good to me - as has been mentioned, I'd go for a Wapi myself.
This is a VERY different definition of bug-out-bag than is in use on some of the other forums I post on. (most notably, ar15.com, hahaha. any other arfcommers out there?)Quote:
Originally Posted by Johnny J
I have one Wapi all ready, from Mike R. at www.thewellhonedrazor.com and I love it. I wouldn't mind having a second. (Or seven . . . . .)
Lunumbra
;) Once in a while....Quote:
Originally Posted by jockeys
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Originally Posted by Lunumbra
Feather,blade pack, shave stick....done
My definition of "bug out" doesn't strictly require shaving at all...edged (and other) weapons and tools figure more, along with fire making and navigation capabilities, water purification or filtration....
Anyway....I often travel on short notice, in my little bag (size of a small book) is a microfiber towel, a Wilkinson Sword shave stick (open_razor aka wojtec76-thanks! these are great!) and an Omega Syntex synthetic brush. To this I add whatever straight I want, preferably stainless, however, and 2 small hones. I also newly purchased one of Tony Miller's synthetic travel strops, and it will be occupying part of the space as well, now.
Pretty much customize how you like. I like everything low maintenance as possible.
John P.
Dovo Blackstar 5/8 razor
Vulfix Turnback super badger brush Travel Accessories
Classic brand travel shaving soap canister with bay rum scented soap Travel Accessories
Thiers-Issard double sided strop with case, one side with red paste Razor Strops, Hones, and Accessories
Small squirt bottle of Witch Hazel
Disclaimer: Other than being a satisfied (if broke) customer I have no relationship with classic shaving . com.
What are you guys doing for beard prep with respect to these kits? I would assume you would not shave without hot water, but maybe hot running water is another matter.
Say a guy wanted something for his hunting lodge or for hiking.
Scott
It makes coffee too!
Jetboil