Thread: Razor "dings"

How does it shave ? Is the razor improved by stropping or is it made less keen following stropping ? I've heard my razor on the strop ..... when I paid attention .... and all was well. A 7/8 FH in particular would be a razor that you might hear more than a smaller or heavier grind.

Originally Posted by JimmyHAD

How does it shave ?

It is pretty comfortable, slides off my sideburns and cheeks like nothing grows there at all, the only problem area is the chin, but I consider it as my technique being not good enough.

Originally Posted by JimmyHAD

Is the razor improved by stropping or is it made less keen following stropping ?

Stropping does seem to improve it, however I am still not completely sure if canvas really do have any effect. I'll try not to use them for few times in a row to see if they really affect final results.

Thanks!

As long as it is shaving well and the stropping isn't having a negative effect than I would think you're alright. IME the linen, fabric, felt or whatever does improve my edges when used before the leather. BTW, I think we all have a harder time with the chin than with the rest so don't feel like The Lone Ranger.

I got a suggestion..I used to hear the same noise... I think you might be lifting the spine JUST A TAD. That caused this sound for me... Rather than using no pressure (which can make the spine float up a little) try using the tiniest amount of pressure you can, ON THE SPINE... That might be your remedy

Originally Posted by ShavedZombie

Rather than using no pressure (which can make the spine float up a little) try using the tiniest amount of pressure you can, ON THE SPINE... That might be your remedy

Thanks! I'll watch out for that.