Thread: Chin Music

You're not the only one. I've started SRshaving about two weeks ago and after some noobie problems with making a good lather and using the blade in the right angle I kinda got the hang of it. Exept for the chin. I'm able to use both left and right hand. I can pull off a WTG and ATG shave without cutting myself. And apart from some minor nicks I haven't mutilated myself. But when trying to shave the chin the razor pulls instead of cuts.
I've tried every angle but every time I have to pull my safety razor out to shave my chin.

Dont know if this will help or not, but here goes. When you look at the contours of the chin try to vsualize them as small flat planes and adjust your stroke accordingly. Its the only thing I can think of without bringing up angles and preps.

You can also try going XTG, left to right and right to left just under the chin. This will reduce the stubble some more, making ATG easier.

And, as mentioned in lots of other posts, try short scything strokes.

Have you tried a sawing motion?

Seriously, I'm really getting frustrated as well, unsure how much of my poor shave is technique and how much is dull blade.

Frustration with a straight razor, however, seems to be a potentially dangerous combination.

I'm trying to relax, take more care with all the non-cutting skill areas, and I've PM'd my local hone-meister.

It's so many new skills/knowledge areas all at once with this hobby -- perhaps that's why it's so darn baffling when things don't come together!

Originally Posted by BrentonC

I've PM'd my local hone-meister.

Have you considered contacting your local SRP mentor, yet?

I know for me the chin is also a big pain in the butt. I've found a bigger angle of attack (not straight 45 degrees) helps alot. For me, it's hard with the mole that's on my chin. it's a land mine, that gets tripped occasionally. Good luck.

Originally Posted by BeBerlin

Have you considered contacting your local SRP mentor, yet?

SRP mentor? I didn't know I had one....

Originally Posted by BrentonC

SRP mentor? I didn't know I had one....

But of course you do.

Originally Posted by BeBerlin

Have you considered contacting your local SRP mentor, yet?

Mentor? How does this work, and who are the mentors?

Yes actually so! Mentors are here to assist you if you need.
The link Robin posted leads to a post with a list of names.
Of course you should pick a male mentor for shaving questions