Thread: Scything motion

Speaking with Jimmy, Im aware that this is a topic which has been covered before. I'm just wondering if there are any new perspectives or techniques out there since the last thread ( which was before my time here but which I still read (Thanks Jimmy!))

I have only conciously tried this motion one time. It was maybe after 7 or 8 really nice shaves with a straight razor and I was feeling particularly confident (****y). That lasted about 15 seconds. HAHAHA. I do believe a combination of things occurred. I believe I let my angle become way to large (steep) and simultaneously moved the blade in a parallel fashion on my cheek at the end of the motion. I have a really nice scar on the cheekbone of my right cheek I haven't conciously tried this motion since, but have been getting fantastic shaves on a very consistent basis.

So what I ask of all of you is a little advice for a guy new to the art but who is on the upswing of the learning curve. Like I said, there is a thread started by Jimmy aprox a year ago. But there are many new members and experienced members who may not have been able to contribute to that thread etc. I have spoken to a few guys in PMs about the topic but maybe its something we can all share and learn from.

Thanks in advance for any input and suggestions.