Using a shaving mirror.

I have to say gents, this small investment has helped me alot.It has 4x mag. on one side and normal on other.Just a tip.

Kristoffer

How does it help exactly? Does it show you missed spots? :shrug:

The magnification really helps for inspecting the edge.Also when you difficult areas like the chin,neck or right under your nose, you get much better control of your moves.And, yes its easy to see missed spots.

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Originally Posted by KristofferBodvin

The magnification really helps for inspecting the edge.

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You mean before the shave?

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Originally Posted by KristofferBodvin

Also when you difficult areas like the chin,neck or right under your nose, you get much better control of your moves.

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So it helps you set the direction and angle of the razor?

We've got one in the bathroom & i find that on the magnified side i just can't judge the distance of the razor in relation to my skin. After a several near misses & a few cut's for good measure i decided to leave it well alone when it comes to the shave!

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Originally Posted by Cornelius

You mean before the shave?

I actually do my honing on the bathroom, and I use the mirror with light over it to check the edge.(I also use a jewelers loop, but the mirror is good for a fast inspection.)



So it helps you set the direction and angle of the razor?

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Yes, basically it helps me getting a better shave.

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Originally Posted by ben.mid

We've got one in the bathroom & i find that on the magnified side i just can't judge the distance of the razor in relation to my skin. After a several near misses & a few cut's for good measure i decided to leave it well alone when it comes to the shave!

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Just a matter of getting used to.I find it very uncofortable to shave in a normal mirror now:D

I like using a shaving mirror for the fact that I no longer find myself stretching to get closer to the vanity mirror!
risking a slip and potential problems...
I like to stay close to the mirror when I shave but really don't care for the magnification side much for shaving with.
Having one that can be adjusted to stay in the perfect spot is just another thing to smile about. :wink:

Any suggestions on good shaving mirrors and where to find them. Pics, maybe?

i have one in my shower.. helps a lot/

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Originally Posted by Shavelle

i have one in my shower.. helps a lot/

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Shaving in the shower seems a bit dangerous to me... I wouldn't want to drop a razor in the shower. :eek:
And how do you keep the mirror clean? I suppose the steam just foggs it up, right?
I only shave in the shower when I visit a friend of mine. He is a rush rush guy and I shave in the shower to save time. But I do that with a DE... wouldn't do it with a Straight.

Not to be disrespectful, but I was wondering as I read this thread, if there are those who by choice or not,:eek: shave without a mirror?

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Originally Posted by mkevenson

Not to be disrespectful, but I was wondering as I read this thread, if there are those who by choice or not,:eek: shave without a mirror?

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As a matter of fact yes, but certainly not me ! :nono: I do remember reading a post maybe six months ago from a member who seemed very intent on shaving without a mirror at all. I can't remember the title of that thread, but I do find it a strange coincidence that the said member has not been heard from in a while :roflmao

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Originally Posted by fpessanha

Shaving in the shower seems a bit dangerous to me... I wouldn't want to drop a razor in the shower. :eek:
And how do you keep the mirror clean? I suppose the steam just foggs it up, right?
I only shave in the shower when I visit a friend of mine. He is a rush rush guy and I shave in the shower to save time. But I do that with a DE... wouldn't do it with a Straight.

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The only use for canned goo is making fog-resistant mirrors, rub some on there and see what happens! :D