So it's a little hard to describe. Basically, one side of the DE is fine. The other side has a slight slant to it. It's something that Captain Murphy can repair, but so far I don't think it's affecting my shaves. But, I'll have it fixed after March Madness.
Today I used the Red Tip and I dont know if it was the extra weight or the new Astra SP blade but I got a DFS with three passes and almost no touchup! My first Gillette that didnt feel too mild for my liking!
I learned that if I squeeze the lather out of my brush before the final pass, that final pass's lather will be thicker, AND my brush cleanup will be easier, leading to less time with the alum drying out my face.
I learned or actually it had sunk in to my thick skull that I had been using pressure on my previous shaves. Beginner learning by experience.
There is such a thing as "to strop properly". I had a very good shave from a straight razor that I though might need a hone sooner or later. That little bit of extra time and a more detailed approach to the strop ensured a spectacularly sharp razor and an exceptional shave
I remember when I first noticed this. Part of me felt like screaming "why didn't anyone tell me" quite surprising how long it takes to realise this.
Definitely. I think it's just a bent safety bar but I'd rather let a pro that knows how to get the gaps correct do it.
If you do tiny delicate strokes with a hollow straight razor you can get a nice tune . Also the chime or ring helps you maintain a good rhythm which helps with your muscle memory in the arm and hand.
Since I got my pressure issue somewhat sorted. I now have my growth directions narrowed down. Got the Mrs. to try my Cabernet Neroli on her legs. Lesson, don't show off unless your willing to share.
I learned that I have seemed to settle in on "my" blades...which are Astra SP and Feathers (new)....weird how I compair ALL other blades to those and they all seem to leave me dissapointed....anyone else have similar experience with feather/astra?
I learned that I may have settled into a comfortable set of hardware. I have now loaded the same razor with the same type of blade 3 times in a row. Razorock Jaws with a Voskhod. I actually feel a bit relieved not feeling like I need to get the "next thing" to see if it helps out. Doenst mean I wont get that next thing just to try it for fun though. You never know what you might find.
Audible feedback is always nice and getting a consistent 'tone' may be helpful in gauging consistent pressure. Be forewarned— when you jump to a true wedge straight razor, the silence will be deafening!
