Impatience

I finally got my straight (dovo special) and strop from Tony today (customs slowed delivery I think), and was very excited to open the box - I wasn't disappointed. Straights look 10 times nicer in the flesh :D , and the strop is beautiful too. I had thought about waiting a bit before I shaved with it to practice stropping, however, the razor seemed to pass the HHT with ease so I thought why not! I haven't shaved for 5 days by this evening (in anticipation of my straight I couldn't bring myself to look at the mach3)and had quite a beard going on so I had a few butterflies in the stomach, but they were all misplaced. The shave was very smooth and I didn't even nick myself or cause irritation. I didn't try to get the closest shave and used the least pressure I could. I didn't do much on the second pass (can't bring myself to shave against :eek: ), nevertheless, I was very happy with the results. I still have a lot to learn though, but I'm looking forward to it :) .

Congrats! Good work. I rarely shave against the grain. I wouldn't sweat it. With practice you can find the right angle and direction to get a wicked close shave without ever going "against" the grain.

Excellent! I can't bring myself to use a "safety" razor anymore, either. Just seems too....wussy.:D

Andrew,

Congratulations on your success. :) You have now started down
the path to an addiction. You will be itching for another razor
in no time ( if you aren't already ). Then there are all these
soaps and creams that need trying......


Terry

Pssst. Terry: don't forget to tell him about all those wonderful brushes!





Wayne, spreading the joy of SAD

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Originally Posted by bbqncigars

Pssst. Terry: don't forget to tell him about all those wonderful brushes!





Wayne, spreading the joy of SAD

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...... and aftershaves and colognes.... I wonder if he truely understands? :)


Terry

A first shave with great results and no nicks or irritation, wow I'm impressed!

Andrew,

Congrats on the new shaving gear and the first shave. Just take your time and it will get even better.

You have just joined an obscure subculture. :D Welcome to the rest of your life with a straight razor. What a great feeling. And to get through it without any mishaps. Give yourself a pat on the back.

X

Thanks for the replies. I have now shaved about 10 times or so with the str8 and everything is going well bar one or two minor mishaps. I've noticed that shaving with a st8 seems to require the correct 'frame of mind'. The mishaps ocurred when I was a little rushed. Anyway, the last 3 shaves have been the best I have ever had, and I can't be more pleased :) . I think I'm getting the hang of stropping since the blade seems to be passing the HHT well, and I'm getting the shaving technique better all the time. I don't think I ever want to go back to Mach 3 type razors again.

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Originally Posted by xman

You have just joined an obscure subculture. :D Welcome to the rest of your life with a straight razor. What a great feeling. And to get through it without any mishaps. Give yourself a pat on the back.
X

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You have me worried now :rolleyes: .