Thread: Thebigspendurs axioms of shaving

possible numer 7?

#7 The hone doesn't do damage to your razor. You do damage to your razor when honing wrong.

maybe 8

#8 It's just a stone..... don't be afraid of it.

If you don't know what a sharp razor feels like on your face you probably won't recognize what one feels like on a hone.

The hone is for the demise of your whiskers, the strop is for the comfort of your face. Don't neglect your skill with either.

One extra minute of prep will pay for itself all day.

Learning the difference between a scything motion and a slicing motion is usually a very painful process.

Don't expect too much too quick when first starting
out with a straight. Close shaves come with experience.

More razors won't buy happiness, but there's no harm
in trying to prove this theory wrong. I am currently resisting
the urge too buy another. Bill will be the first too know if I
do.


Terry

How about this for an axiom. " Shut your pie-hole and shave already"

Originally Posted by RichZ

How about this for an axiom. " Shut your pie-hole and shave already"

I listened to that one.. Unfortunately I only had the Pakistani at the time and I learned the meaning of wanting to meet Allah. Now I'm looking into microderm abrasion and scar removal lol.

Originally Posted by FiReSTaRT

I listened to that one.. Unfortunately I only had the Pakistani at the time and I learned the meaning of wanting to meet Allah. Now I'm looking into microderm abrasion and scar removal lol.

You too?? Only I can't blame a Paki razor just bad form.....

I can blame bad form for the two nicks I got today. Got rushed near the end (i know i know) and wasn't paying attention. Fortunately one was very minor and the other one was over an old scar, I got when i was 10, got into a scrap and got hit with a rusty bar lol. (rhyme unintentional) Have you looked into that Neutrogena microderm abrasion kit?

They don't call it the art of shaving for nothing. A true artist strives for perfection and enjoys the journey in search of the perfect shave, except for the razor rash, nicks and cuts. Enjoy the moment when you know you've just had the perfect shave.

Thanks for shaing:
Axiom 5-If a little honing goes a long way a lot of honing must go further. The only thing a lot of honing will do is wear down your blade. The trick is to expose the blade to as little contact with the hone as possible to get the maximum result. Remember, each time the razor slides down the hone your leaving metal behind.

Axiom 6-Spending more money on razors and paraphernalia does not guarantee better shaves. Your shaves only become better as your mastery of the skill increases. Spending more money may increase your satisfaction and may make you feel better but as far as better shaves go...

I absolutely totally agree with the one that says you must give the shave 100% concentration...if you don't, you will pay! I know, I have the scar or three to prove it!