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Tdmsu · Feb 29, 2016

Marverel said: ↑

Hello TSD - my second shave with a Straight today

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- PannaCrema Namaste
- Whipped Dog Synthetic
- T.W. Lang „The Gaelic“

later:
- RazoRock Little Bastone
- Tüff sensitiv Rasierwasser
- Jeris Musk

I’m actually a little proud of myself I performed a complete pass WTG with the straight razor, including the neck. It was by no means perfect, but much better than my first try.

I think I figured out what the main problem was last time: the grip. I usually hold my DE razors very loose, no firm grip, no pressure. I took that over to the straight shave and that did not work so well. This time I held the razor more firmly, stretched the skin more and used just a liiiiiitle more pressure … guess that did the trick.

Two different approaches on my left side of the face - I used the left hand first, then the right hand. I think it was actually easier shaving the left side with my right hand, but maybe it’s just a matter of practice. Had to figure out the best way to hold the razor while shaving my neck, because the hair grows S-N there … well, somehow it worked. I did not cut myself, removed quite some hair - but that one pass took about as long as a complete 3-pass-shave with a DE razor

I finished with the RazoRock Little Bastone, which is actually a surprisingly good, inexpensive razor. Pretty much BBS, Aftershave did not burn much … I think I did okay.
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Congrats on your shave and thank you for the insights.

Robyflexx · Feb 29, 2016

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29feb16

Another DFS. I even felt so comfortable that I went 3 passes today without any problems. I usually do two and touch up.

Arko
Astra SS(4)
Futur (2)

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Nice colors, love the ship...

billdog2 · Feb 29, 2016

Feb. 29/2016

Well.......................... it was sooo bad, I`m not even going to describe how bad my skin feels. I`ll just take a page out of Obama`s book," it ain`t my fault.".........................".George did it". Of course it doesn`t deserve a picture. Look up guys, there`s always tomorrow. Everybody else, have a good one.

Bill

Robyflexx · Feb 29, 2016

billdog2 said: ↑

Feb. 29/2016

Well.......................... it was sooo bad, I`m not even going to describe how bad my skin feels. I`ll just take a page out of Obama`s book," it ain`t my fault.".........................".George did it". Of course it doesn`t deserve a picture. Look up guys, there`s always tomorrow. Everybody else, have a good one.

Bill
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I'm sorry Bill...we live to fight another day buddy.

gregkw1 · Feb 29, 2016

It's so hard to decide but here goes. Feather popular....feather blade....razorock 26mm plissoft...sterling tuscany...Royall spice??????? Bay rum.

billdog2 · Feb 29, 2016

Marverel said: ↑

Hello TSD - my second shave with a Straight today

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- PannaCrema Namaste
- Whipped Dog Synthetic
- T.W. Lang „The Gaelic“

later:
- RazoRock Little Bastone
- Tüff sensitiv Rasierwasser
- Jeris Musk

I’m actually a little proud of myself I performed a complete pass WTG with the straight razor, including the neck. It was by no means perfect, but much better than my first try.

I think I figured out what the main problem was last time: the grip. I usually hold my DE razors very loose, no firm grip, no pressure. I took that over to the straight shave and that did not work so well. This time I held the razor more firmly, stretched the skin more and used just a liiiiiitle more pressure … guess that did the trick.

Two different approaches on my left side of the face - I used the left hand first, then the right hand. I think it was actually easier shaving the left side with my right hand, but maybe it’s just a matter of practice. Had to figure out the best way to hold the razor while shaving my neck, because the hair grows S-N there … well, somehow it worked. I did not cut myself, removed quite some hair - but that one pass took about as long as a complete 3-pass-shave with a DE razor

I finished with the RazoRock Little Bastone, which is actually a surprisingly good, inexpensive razor. Pretty much BBS, Aftershave did not burn much … I think I did okay.
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Nice setup, picture and the write up was superb. Nice going.

Bill

Linuxguile · Feb 29, 2016

billdog2 said: ↑

Feb. 29/2016

Well.......................... it was sooo bad, I`m not even going to describe how bad my skin feels. I`ll just take a page out of Obama`s book," it ain`t my fault.".........................".George did it". Of course it doesn`t deserve a picture. Look up guys, there`s always tomorrow. Everybody else, have a good one.

Bill
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Well, here's to tomorrow!

Slow Joe · Feb 29, 2016

Menthol Monday shave

A great shave. The best I've had with this razor.

Razor - Ever Ready Shovel Head
Blade - Gem
Brush - Fine Accoutrements Angel hair
Lather - Proraso green
Pre shave - Proraso green
Aftershave - Proraso green

Sir.$-Mad · Feb 29, 2016

For Monday's shave, it will be:

TOBS Almond shaving cream,
Omega boar brush,
Feather Artist Japanese razor w/Feather Professional blade,
Sul Filo del Rasoio aftershave balm.

vwp528 · Feb 29, 2016

2/29/2016 Menthol Monday!! Woo Hoo!!

Prep: Hot shower with Neutrogena Face Wash with menthol, home made PSO
Razor: Muhle R41 (2011), Friodur Inox 70 1/2 straight razor
Blade: Astra SP (25)
Brush: RazoRock Plisson Monster
Soap: Stirling - Margaritas In The Arctic
After: Home made ASB
Cologne: Aqua H2O

Mustache · Feb 29, 2016

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Nice colors, love the ship...
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Thank you. Although it came out a little dark, it looked better than the other photos I took.

ObiDon · Feb 29, 2016

Razor: Merker Futur Polished Chrome 2015 (1.5)
Brush: Vintage Ever-Ready 300L with TGN Silvertip 18/51 by ObiDon 2015
Mug: Old Spice 1985 Cobalt Blue
Cream: Route 66 Bourbon Jungle
Blade: Feather (1)
Post shave: Thayers Cucumber WH, Jack Black balm, Tommy Bahamas St. Barts cologne

Swirled up some Bourbon Jungle into my favorite OS mug. The Ever-Ready 300L badger with the TGN knot whipped up some nice warm lather. The TGN Silvertip is a bit scratchy, compared to my very soft WD knots The Futur made quick work in 2 passes WTG XTG. A little touchup on my neck ATG and done. The Cucumber WH felt good, nice and cool. After cleanup some JB and when it dried, some Tommy Bahamas St. Barts. Y'all have a good one!

ObiDon · Feb 29, 2016

Mustache said: ↑

29feb16

Another DFS. I even felt so comfortable that I went 3 passes today without any problems. I usually do two and touch up.

Arko
Astra SS(4)
Futur (2)

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Nice photo. Captain Jack Sparrow would approve!

Robyflexx · Feb 29, 2016

ObiDon said: ↑

View attachment 94664 Razor: Merker Futur Polished Chrome 2015 (1.5)
Brush: Vintage Ever-Ready 300L with TGN Silvertip 18/51 by ObiDon 2015
Mug: Old Spice 1985 Cobalt Blue
Cream: Route 66 Bourbon Jungle
Blade: Feather (1)
Post shave: Thayers Cucumber WH, Jack Black balm, Tommy Bahamas St. Barts cologne

Swirled up some Bourbon Jungle into my favorite OS mug. The Ever-Ready 300L badger with the TGN knot whipped up some nice warm lather. The TGN Silvertip is a bit scratchy, compared to my very soft WD knots The Futur made quick work in 2 passes WTG XTG. A little touchup on my neck ATG and done. The Cucumber WH felt good, nice and cool. After cleanup some JB and when it dried, some Tommy Bahamas St. Barts. Y'all have a good one!
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Great setup @ObiDon, beautiful colors.

SHAVEWIZARD420 · Feb 29, 2016

SHAVE OF THE DAY

PREP: OCCAMS CRUSHED LIME PRE SHAVE SOAP
RAZOR: 1953 GILLETTE TECH
BLADE: BIG BEN (5TH SHAVE)
BRUSH: RAZOROCK PLISSOFT
SOAP: TIM'S SOAP GREEN LABEL- CITRUS BLOSSOM
POST: STEPHANS ISLAND LIME AFTERSHAVE

2 pass shave this morning. Went with a citrus theme, the Tim's soap made a nice lather and has a bright citrus scent. This is the last shave on the Big Ben as it was showing signs of wear on todays shave. Finished off with Island Lime, I added some menthol crystals to it so it was nice and cooling as well. Hope everyone has a great shave!

kamp · Feb 29, 2016

Kickuth 15/16

ObiDon · Feb 29, 2016

Marverel said: ↑

Hello TSD - my second shave with a Straight today

View attachment 94641

- PannaCrema Namaste
- Whipped Dog Synthetic
- T.W. Lang „The Gaelic“

later:
- RazoRock Little Bastone
- Tüff sensitiv Rasierwasser
- Jeris Musk

I’m actually a little proud of myself I performed a complete pass WTG with the straight razor, including the neck. It was by no means perfect, but much better than my first try.

I think I figured out what the main problem was last time: the grip. I usually hold my DE razors very loose, no firm grip, no pressure. I took that over to the straight shave and that did not work so well. This time I held the razor more firmly, stretched the skin more and used just a liiiiiitle more pressure … guess that did the trick.

Two different approaches on my left side of the face - I used the left hand first, then the right hand. I think it was actually easier shaving the left side with my right hand, but maybe it’s just a matter of practice. Had to figure out the best way to hold the razor while shaving my neck, because the hair grows S-N there … well, somehow it worked. I did not cut myself, removed quite some hair - but that one pass took about as long as a complete 3-pass-shave with a DE razor

I finished with the RazoRock Little Bastone, which is actually a surprisingly good, inexpensive razor. Pretty much BBS, Aftershave did not burn much … I think I did okay.
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That's great! I use both hands with a DE. Right on left, left on right. With a str8 I'm still all over the place.

ObiDon · Feb 29, 2016

Robyflexx said: ↑

Great setup @ObiDon, beautiful colors.
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Thank you! The Cobalt Blue Old Spice mug is hard to get that wonderful color to show.

Marverel · Feb 29, 2016

Robyflexx said: ↑

Great write up @Marverel, I'm so happy your straight razor shave felt much improved this morning...
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Thank you - I definitely have much to learn though

RaZorBurn123 said: ↑

Congrats!!
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Thanks, Kerry

Tdmsu said: ↑

Congrats on your shave and thank you for the insights.
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Thank you for taking the time to read what I write

ObiDon said: ↑

That's great! I use both hands with a DE. Right on left, left on right. With a str8 I'm still all over the place.
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well, I guess it will take some time until I have figured out the most effective way of shaving. But I think in a few weeks handling the blade will feel much more natural.

Darkbulb · Feb 29, 2016

First shave with The Bunny....and let me tell you....it was fantastic.
I'll post a review over on the "Home made injector thread"