Cold water gives a good shave, but hot water gives a much better BBS shave. Done both.
The cold water shave was done during warm and hot weather. I have not tried it during the winter time though.
Pabster
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Cold water gives a good shave, but hot water gives a much better BBS shave. Done both.
The cold water shave was done during warm and hot weather. I have not tried it during the winter time though.
Pabster
Cold water is not a big deal. Shaving WITHOUT A MIRROR-now that's a challenge I'll pass on.:beer2:
I think it's mostly directed at teaching the young man to look his finest in the rough. IE; a march for a soldier where they haven't the convienence of hot water or a mirror but are still required to be presentable. I could be mistaken, however.
Some where along the line, I heard to rinse the blade with cold water too. I understand this to be a chemical thing. Warmer temps will raise the activity level of molecules, where as colder temps mean less molecule activity. At the fine edge of the razor less molecular activity (cooler temp) means a more stable, consistent edge. Higher activity (warmer temp) would bring more variability, and hasten a curling of the "fin".
Two cents.
Dubs
I'm not sure about that - I tried rinsing in cold water but using warm for my face and I didn't like the results at all. But, cold water on the face and blade seem to work well.
I did it again this morning but used the mirror. I have to say although the shave was great, the experience wasn't nearly as good. I'd really encourage everyone to try it at least once; it's a great feeling and I think you can say it's good for your general technique too.
:)