Originally Posted by
Seraphim
The "30 degree" guidline is a horrible suggestion, it is WAY too steep an angle.:nono:
I think someone just pulled that number out of the air, since it sounds pretty good. Horrible advice.
The blade should be no more than 1-2 spine widths off your face. I too started with trying for the 30 degree angle (using the razor scales as a point of reference) and my shaves were uncomfortable and I got many nicks and cuts, and my edge wore down quickly. Since going low, the shaves are great, and no nicks/cuts to speak of...