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    Default Shaving My Son: with distractions!

    I would like to post, with some apprehension, a report of the shave I gave my oldest son over the Christmas holiday; you can view the video here: I hope the link works and that you can appreciate the difference between shaving yourself, vs shaving a family member in front of his wife and two small children! It was a fun experience and went well, even with lots of distractions from the kids. My wife videotaped it. The razor was a Joseph Rodgers half hollow with ivory scales, and proved a good match for his very tough beard. I did a good hot towel prep, followed by massaging in lather, another soak, then a second lather application. I only did two passes, with multiple strokes in some areas of difficulty. He showed a little apprehension and a good sense of humor! It is definitely harder than shaving yourself-the angles are quite different and you worry much more about cutting your client! There were no nicks in this shave and he was satisfied. I hope he converts to straight razor shaving. Please don't hesitate to give me feedback, please! I am always open to opportunities to learn, and would like to improve my techniqe. The razor was honed on an Escher and is far better than my shaving ability.

    YouTube - Holiday Straight Razor Shave for Ramiro.MPG

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    Well Done!

    Your son looked pretty nervous. Maybe that's why they put a hot towel over your eyes when you get a straight shave at the barbershop...

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    You are right, and it took courage to face that blade! (and faith in me!)

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    Excellent job!

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    Very nice job, Croaker, and thanks for posting it. Though I believe I see your son mouthing under his breath either “Hail Mary full of Grace” or “Remember, he’s a retired combat medic. Remember, he’s a retired combat medic.” Seriously, thanks for taking the time to film and post your first “somebody else” shave for us.
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    Excellent job I hope he converts...I'm sure he will be grateful for the switch.

    I look forward to shaving others once I get through barber school, and also look forward to passing it along to my son...he's only 2 right now, but in a few years you can bet I'll be shaving him with a straight

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    Good job there! I shaved my brother-in-law and layed him open in one spot and gave up.

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    They say the fruit doesn't fall far from the tree and I would say that you both prove the adage with your mutual courage. Nice job. I've thought of trying to shave someone but I don't think I would dare even if I could find a willing subject.
    Be careful how you treat people on your way up, you may meet them again on your way back down.

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    The most difficult portion of the shave was the left side of Ramiro's face. I was holding the razor in my right hand, but found that the blade pointed from his ear to his nose, making it hard to shave the sideburn area without endangering the ear! Next time I think I will have to be even more courageous and use my left hand to shave that side of his face, and I am not comfortable with two handed shaving. Need to practice on myself, I guess! It was a real learning experience. Thanks for all your kind words, gentlemen!

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    Very well done for the fort time. As they say practice makes perfect. I would not suggest using both hands. Search out some vids on barbers shaving others. I think there are a few on SRP and more on You Tube. They will help you find the right approach to the tough areas. CarrieM give me a shave from time to time and it makes her nervous so she usually stops after a few minutes. Cheeks and neck are fine but my chin is difficult for her to get comfortable shaving.

    Good luck, hope you can get him to convert!
    “If you always do what you always did, you will always get what you always got.” (A. Einstein)

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