What did we learn from our last shaves?

Discussion in 'General Shaving Talk' started by youngunn, Nov 8, 2014.

  1. Jasman

    Jasman Well-Known Member

    At least she's a cute kitten, Kerry.
     
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  2. gwsmallwood

    gwsmallwood Well-Known Member

    I learned that while I like Feather Blades, I can't say they are any better for me than Astra SPs:scared003:
     
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  3. NCoxSTL

    NCoxSTL AAACK!

    I learned that DE razors can cut just like straights if you get sloppy and don't check your gear. Loose TTO doors are no fun.
     
  4. Mustache

    Mustache Well-Known Member

    I learned that one fast. Happened with my black handle SS. Now, no natter what DE I'm using, I check them 2-3x during the shave.
     
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  5. NCoxSTL

    NCoxSTL AAACK!

    Mine was due to complacency and overconfidence. Stupid shaving error.
     
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  6. markjnewcomb

    markjnewcomb Well-Known Member

    Sometimes I am a slow learner. Today the premise of concentrating on the shave was reinforced by a cut due to inattention.
     
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  7. Omaney

    Omaney Well-Known Member

    Ouch. I've been presented with that life lesson as well.

    I've learned that as much as I adore MdC, it does not agree with my skin. Someone's going to snag a pretty good deal...
     
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  8. Mustache

    Mustache Well-Known Member

    Learned (realized) that a synthetic brush doesn't lather Williams mug soap nearly as well as boar or badger.

    Also, the Astra SS blade is a very good blade so far. Shave #4 and still no nicks or scrapes due to the blade. This is the best/most shaves in a row with excellent results. Still smooth DFS with the DE89 and a ball end tech used today. Hmm, go on to shave #5 or is 4 good enough for the blade....
     
  9. bigjustin

    bigjustin Member

    Purchased a tub of tiki 1920 BARBERSHOP and now have to try a few more of their soaps. I may need to find a therapist who specializes in addiction.
     
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  10. BigMark

    BigMark Tests razors by shaving Wookies

    That some soaps are either bad or that not all brushes are good for all soaps. End was result a nasty cut to the back of my head. And that Dorco St-301 last me maybe one shave.
     
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  11. txskimo

    txskimo Well-Known Member

    Bayrum might be the worst thing that's made contact with my eye....and I've had bleach in my eyes before
     
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  12. bnccna2

    bnccna2 Well-Known Member

    Sounds painful. I've had super glue in my eye - probably the worst eye pain I've ever experienced but bleach and apparently Bayrum sound worse.
     
  13. Seabs

    Seabs Well-Known Member

    Straight razor shaving learning curve is very high and I prefer a rounded blade vs square.
     
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  14. bigjustin

    bigjustin Member

    Speick active soap mixed with Speick active cream mixed with Speick active aftershave splash mixed with 444 makes me face feel nice.......
     
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  15. Douglas Carey

    Douglas Carey Wildman

    I learned how much moisture to use when applying Arko stick. Took three times but I improved.
     
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  16. Ben Lee

    Ben Lee New Member

    When People Say.. just put a mediocre blade in your slant it will really shave great!!!.... thats BUNK!!! After using several of my less than great blades I thought this 37c may not be for me..... so today I put in a Crystal.... WOW!!! best shave of the lasts two weeks!!
     
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  17. Bama Samurai

    Bama Samurai with Laser-like Focus

    Gentlemen, from my last shave...

    I learned that shallow blade angle is key to using a Cadet OC three piece razor. And patience.
     
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  18. Bama Samurai

    Bama Samurai with Laser-like Focus

    The worst cut I ever had was from a loose TTO mechanism.
     
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  19. BigMark

    BigMark Tests razors by shaving Wookies

    Ouch, and bleach stings.
     
  20. IDuck

    IDuck Well-Known Member

    lather is sooo huge...a well made lather can compinsate for a lot of other things....take/enjoy the time making it
     
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