It's like Christmas for a ten year old!

[RFP357]

I got my delivery from Straight Razor Designs yesterday and I'm itchin' to try my first shave (well, a partial shave at this point). I read a bit on the boards and I've decided not to strop the blade before shaving. I'm going to do a little practicing with a butter knife first to get the feel for it then I'll strop after the shave. I thought it best to see what a Lynn Abrams honed razor feels like that way I have something to compare to in the future. I have also decided to try some glycerine in my lather. What do you guys think? I have somewhat sensitive skin so I thought it might be a good idea. Plus since I'm only shaving a small part of one side of my face and finishing with the regular razor, I'll have something to compare to. What do yo guys think? Any tips or suggestions?

[easyace]

I think that's a great plan, let us know how it goes.

[Rori]

Sounds like a good plan. Just take your time and enjoy. Soon You'll have great shaves with your straight.

[Crshbrn84]

I personally love using glycerin soap. I will add a finger dab of the art of shaving scream to my mug which has a puck in the bottom to help mix up a good lather. Since I have been using the glycerin soap, I have not had razor burn once.

[Speedster]

Great plan, sir. I made the mistake of stropping my blades before I knew how to not damage both the strop and the blade. Live and learn I say, but probably best to use the freshly-honed razor without ruining it first like I did. I have yet to buy glycerin, but it's on my list. Read Lynn's advice for starting out and enjoy! You'll be comfortable with shaving before you know it.

[mcgyver74]

May want to take some time to practice making lather before putting steel to face..... that way you can make sure you have a good lather for your first shave

Enjoy!!