Hi

I'm 22 years old and already fed up of paying over the top for disposable cartridge razors that don't do the job. I have decided to switch to the old fashion way of a straight razor.

I have bought a cheap straight razor that has disposable blades. (As mentioned in your 'Not to buy' list

1) I wasn't sure if I'd get on with the real thing
2) I need to get the hang of it
3) I couldn't warrant spending £100 on something to only risk damaging it.

I have a few cuts in my face but I was expecting this. I've gradually got the hang of it over the last couple of days but I was wondering just why do I keep making my blood vessels visible after shaving.

Sometimes I can shave my throat (I'm surprised as this is the place I was crapping my self) dead smooth but my side burns and jaw line is awful. I can't really shave my chin because I cut my self and the hair is thcik and stub burn.

I was wondering if its the razor (being so cheap) or my technique. Why do people opt for a solid blade rather then a disposable blade that would be easier to keep sharp.

Thanks
Dan