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straight razor
Xiong Chiamiov:
--- Quote from: Lurch on December 24, 2009, 02:55:48 PM ---I totally want to start using one of these, however, keeping the blade sharp would be my main concern. I've never really had to sharpen anything with leather straps...
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That's actually stropping, and you'll do that each time you shave, most likely, although only a few strokes in each direction. Supposedly, you'll only need to hone it every 6 to 8 weeks, according to that article I linked earlier. You really should read it; it's quite awesome.
Proin Drakenzol:
I can't use an electric razor either (and even have special permission from medical to shave less often than normal) but found that the Gillette Mach 3 combined with the sensitive skin shaving gels works pretty well.
mgz:
might i suggest if your going to be using a straight razor that you look into replaceable straight razors.
They make them and barbers that still offer the service of a straight razor often have them since in many states they cant by health code use the same razor on more then 1 person.
It would make your life much easier as far as maintaining a sharp blade
Neco:
I've long considered buying a straight razor, but to be honest they scare me.
I can't seem to use electrics, as no matter what I use, I can't make it past the "break-in" period where your skin has to get used to it. I end up with a red burning face 99.9% of the time.
I also prefer the closeness of stick razors, but I have a nagging problem even with those, where it becomes extremely painful to shave (mostly under the chin and anywhere else if I decide to go against the grain for a closer shave). I don't know what the problem is, if I have whacky sensitive skin, or just a retarded pain tolerance overall.
I have tried many different blade types (Sensor XL, Mach 3/Turbo/Power, the 5 blade versions, etc), a couple different brands (Gillette feel the best), and tried numerous shaving gels and creams, regular and for sensitive skin.
I can never use a particular blade type, gel, or cream, for more than a day or two before it becomes unbearable again. As a result I end up growing out for a few days and then shaving, because for some reason its less painful (shaving stubble every day is extremely painful) but I don't like the fact I am not having a consistent look. It makes me look like I don't take care of myself or something.
It's becoming a nightmare really.. I can use active shave with an electric and it tends to numb my face sufficiently enough, but I get sick of applying it all the time, then having to wash my hands again, etc.. I have never found a product that will numb me up for a wet shave, and I prefer to shave in the shower.
Proin Drakenzol:
--- Quote from: Neco on December 26, 2009, 09:43:08 AM ---I've long considered buying a straight razor, but to be honest they scare me.
I can't seem to use electrics, as no matter what I use, I can't make it past the "break-in" period where your skin has to get used to it. I end up with a red burning face 99.9% of the time.
I also prefer the closeness of stick razors, but I have a nagging problem even with those, where it becomes extremely painful to shave (mostly under the chin and anywhere else if I decide to go against the grain for a closer shave). I don't know what the problem is, if I have whacky sensitive skin, or just a retarded pain tolerance overall.
I have tried many different blade types (Sensor XL, Mach 3/Turbo/Power, the 5 blade versions, etc), a couple different brands (Gillette feel the best), and tried numerous shaving gels and creams, regular and for sensitive skin.
I can never use a particular blade type, gel, or cream, for more than a day or two before it becomes unbearable again. As a result I end up growing out for a few days and then shaving, because for some reason its less painful (shaving stubble every day is extremely painful) but I don't like the fact I am not having a consistent look. It makes me look like I don't take care of myself or something.
It's becoming a nightmare really.. I can use active shave with an electric and it tends to numb my face sufficiently enough, but I get sick of applying it all the time, then having to wash my hands again, etc.. I have never found a product that will numb me up for a wet shave, and I prefer to shave in the shower.
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You may want to look into dilapidation creams. Other than that I just suggest you do what I do, only shave every three days.
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