Movember is a popular thing here, too - but doesn't compute well with corporate robots like me.
This is my favorite shaving video of all time, this dude has proper technique and a great sense of humor. He mows his beard down fairly easily with a straight.
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YouTube - Straight Razor Shave Demonstration - A Quick and Easy "Watch and Then Try it at Home!" Tutorial