Thread: how long on average does it take you to shave with a straightrazor?

Originally Posted by MickR

I, for one, don't give a damn about your age or weather or not you can grow a full beard. Personally, I think of you as another man out there who uses a straight razor and has every right to say his piece regarding the use of the same. We are all equals here.



Mick

thank you mick, it means alot to hear from a member such as your self

Shower to balm is around 45 minutes. It's one of the high points of my day and I see no need to rush it.

If I'm rushing a bit, maybe 15 mins, but I prefer to take my time and really enjoy it!

If I do that, maybe half an hour.

30~ minuets if I do two passes, 10~ if I only do one pass. It takes a while but it's worth it!

15 minutes for the whole routine - not sure about the actual shaving bit.

i.e. From putting cup in sink with brush and (cold) water, pre-shave stropping, lathering, shaving, rinsing face and blade, stropping, cleaning up, razor away, brush and cup away... 15 minutes.

Could probably do it quicker if I wanted, but I like to start my day at a leisurely pace.

All the best,
Michael.

Currently 30+ minutes. But only because I'm relatively new at doing 3 passes so I go really slow when I go ATG. But to be honest I really don't rush the other two passes, I enjoy the straight shave process too much. If I'm running late and need a fast shave I have to dig out my old DE setup.

From stepping out of the shower to cleaning up my gear is around 25-35 minutes, including stopping to sip some coffee between passes. I choose to take this long because it's a relaxing way to start my day instead of hectically scrambling to get out of the house. That being said, if I've overslept I can get a DFS in about 10 minutes. When I have the time (esp weekends) I love to stretch it out closer to 45 minutes.

Gentlemen:

Including the shower and the final cleanup — since my mama told me to be a good boy and always cleanup after myself — my morning shaving ritual covers an hour of sheer pleasure.

Regards,

Obie