I've been a lurker for quite some time here and finally decided to do an intro. I'm fairly new to wet shaving.. Been at it for about 2 months or so. My first DE was a VDH, but now I'm using a slim I picked up at a local antique shop. Just like everyone else (I'm sure), I enjoy trying out different soaps, blades, and AS to find what's right for me!
Since you are new to Traditional Shaving, and have been around the forum, you should have seen the advice I offer called THE 30 DAY RULE. THE 30 DAY RULE is as follows: Find a razor, then a blade that will not cause issues with your skin (that may take a few different blades in a sampler pack to find a suitable choice or it maybe the first out of the gate) and select a soap or cream that is easy to generate good lather. Once you find those, and it may take a couple of weeks to find this combination, order a quantity of that blade enough for 30 days, and then spend 30 days using nothing else until you build up your technique. (Note that only one brand blade is used for 30 days after each blade in the sampler pack is tested to make the decision on the blade brand to use for 30 days.) The 30 day clock starts when you have the right blade for you. After 30 days, change one and only one variable and work for another week then change another after another week. At that point you should be able to make better decisions because your technique is now in place. This will help you to avoid buying too much gear and stuff too soon without having the technique down to enjoy it all. This really does work. Oh and one more thing ... Welcome to the Den. We know you'll fit right in. So grab yourself a comfy chair, and give our threads a spin! Burma Shave
Glad you're here, Doug! I'm sure that you'll agree since you've been lurking awhile and watching that this is a special group in this forum. I am always amazed at how much the folks here want to help and are a fountain of knowledge.
Welcome to The Shave Den, Doug! Where do you live in Florida? My bride and I enjoy going to Pensacola Beach.
