Todays shave is dedicated to our dear friend Chris
@Bama Samurai , whom I promised I would get this shavette shave in and was patiently waiting. . Chris was key to getting me started down the path to using the shavette when he started the shavette challenge and asked if there takers on a few free Luxor Pros. Well of course I said Yes , not knowing what I was getting myself into but I had the desire to learn . Just 1 month before this I was a newbie on here who was trying to get a grasp on DE shaving.
He always preaches " technique trumps tools" and those words are something any new guy should burn in their brain when starting out wetshaving. Yes, sometimes we get a dud blade or circumstances beyond our control but when you factor them out it all comes back to those 3 key words.
I really am proud of what I've accomplished with the shavette. Its led me to become a much better shaver due to learning skin stretching and proper angle. It has also gave me confidence in myself to use any razor/ blade combo with skill and ease . It has been the gateway to using straight blades as you learn proper grip along with stretching and angle .
Chris has been a wonderful mentor to myself and so many others in here with his knowledge and his kind words of encouragement.
Not only did I get a great shave today , but I took the time to reflect back on my humble beginnings as a student of this art. Shaving is more to me than a daily chore. It is the feeling of accomplishment, sharing our ups and downs, lots of laughs , and milestones in our lives .
In closing I just want to thank Chris for giving me that boost and taking the fear factor away from shaving. God bless you brother and I hope I've done you proud !
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