How do you shave?

10-21-2008, 07:12 PM

Straight razor passed down to me by my grandpa.

10-21-2008, 07:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ace$nyper

Straight razor passed down to me by my grandpa.

I would SO kill myself....

10-21-2008, 09:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aladdin Sane

I would SO kill myself....

No joke I never have cut my self with it.

It's scary at first, and first few times it took me over an hour. Even now it still takes way longer then with something like say a Quattro.

Personally I find it relaxing and rewarding putting that time in.

If you'd like some tips or a how to I'd be more then willing. It's just don't rush and keep your blade sharp, no magic ninja tricks. Not saying I'm not a magical ninja though

10-22-2008, 06:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ace$nyper

No joke I never have cut my self with it.

It's scary at first, and first few times it took me over an hour. Even now it still takes way longer then with something like say a Quattro.

Personally I find it relaxing and rewarding putting that time in.

If you'd like some tips or a how to I'd be more then willing. It's just don't rush and keep your blade sharp, no magic ninja tricks. Not saying I'm not a magical ninja though

I bought a safety razor as a small step towards getting a straight blade. It is a "safety" razor, but you still have to be careful with it, more so than the cartridge models. It's nicer shave too, and I'm with you on taking time to enjoy the ritual. My biggest worry with the SR is taking care of it and keeping it sharp. I'd like to find someone to help show me how to take care of it properly, versus learning on my own and ruining it.

FriskyDingo · 10-22-2008, 12:02 PM

I go between a Gillette fusion manual razor and the Braun Pulsonic series electric razor. I love my Braun Pulsonic razor though!

GKitty · 10-22-2008, 01:05 PM

Chiming in for the girls' team:

Venus Breeze - 3 blades and built in shave gel bars - easiest and best shave EVER!

lenguamor · 10-22-2008, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FriskyDingo

I go between a Gillette fusion manual razor and the Braun Pulsonic series electric razor. I love my Braun Pulsonic razor though!

Over the years I've had several electrics that haven't worked out; first, because they didn't shave close enough, second because by the time I got halfway through my face and head, they got so bloody hot I couldn't stand it!

I'd love to try a Braun, given the reputation they enjoy. It'd be nice for touch-ups.

Rabidsquirrel · 10-22-2008, 02:07 PM

I shave with the grain and a 4 blade razor. Against the grain is smoother, but tons of ingrown hairs.

10-21-2008, 07:12 PM	#1
Ace$nyper Guest Posts: n/a	Re: How do you shave? Straight razor passed down to me by my grandpa.

10-22-2008, 12:02 PM	#5
FriskyDingo hoosierherfers.com Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Evan Location: Jeffersonville, IN Posts: 318 Trading: (16)	Re: How do you shave? I go between a Gillette fusion manual razor and the Braun Pulsonic series electric razor. I love my Braun Pulsonic razor though! __________________ -= http://www.hoosierherfers.com =-

10-22-2008, 01:05 PM	#6
GKitty JAFO Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Crystal Location: Olathe, KS Posts: 1,938 Trading: (8)	Re: How do you shave? Chiming in for the girls' team: Venus Breeze - 3 blades and built in shave gel bars - easiest and best shave EVER! __________________ A lost SOTL wandering the weird landscape of domesticity.

10-22-2008, 02:07 PM	#8
Rabidsquirrel Moderately Confused Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Pennsylvania, US Posts: 576 Trading: (5)	Re: How do you shave? I shave with the grain and a 4 blade razor. Against the grain is smoother, but tons of ingrown hairs.