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Tue, April 27 2010 » Straight Razors » 21 Comments
I see some barber shops still offer that. with a straight razor does the stubble grow back slower? I’m thinking of going and getting a shave. Related Discussions Ted's Barber Shop closing means retirement for one veteran barber … The key to successful stubble « Suits to Boots: A Gentleman's …
Tue, April 27 2010 » Straight Razors » 3 Comments
I have been thinking hard recently about learning how to use a straight razor. I have heard that using a straight razor gives a closer and longer-lasting shave, and I am fascinated with the fact of using a straight blade. I was wondering if it is true that shaving with a straight razor does provide [...]
Sun, April 25 2010 » Straight Razors » 3 Comments
I’m almost 17, been shaving for nearly 2 years.. since last year, razor bumps have started growing all around my neck area and under my jaw, where i shave.. they even appear close to my chin and mouth area, and near my earlobe, where a grown man typically shaves. Friends suggested that i switch to [...]
Sun, April 25 2010 » Straight Razors » 8 Comments
I have been shaving for a while but lately, I’ve been getting some red bumps from shaving. What can I do to get rid of them? Related Discussions
Sun, April 25 2010 » Straight Razors » 2 Comments
Sat, April 24 2010 » Straight Razors » 25 Comments
If so, what are the perks of shaving with a straight razor? Related Discussions
Fri, April 23 2010 » Straight Razors » 3 Comments
Some Tests you can use to determine whether or not your razor may be dull or sharp. These tests don’t really tell you how sharp a razor is, but more or less whether or not your razor is dull. They’re also meant to be more objective than subjective; so you don’t need much experience to [...]
Wed, April 21 2010 » Straight Razors » 25 Comments
I need to know how to use a straight razor. I have the pre-shave oil, the strop, the special shaving cream (not the modern ones), and the razor itself is honed and ready to go. Do you shave with the grain or against? If it’s with the grain, how do you get a close shave? [...]
Wed, April 21 2010 » Straight Razors » 2 Comments
Have you used a straight razor? I have watched videos and those guys make straight razor shaving look easy. How long will it take me to learn it and how long does it take to shave? I already use the brush and soap and all that. What about the straight razors that use disposable blades? [...]
Mon, April 19 2010 » Straight Razors » 2 Comments
This is just a morning shave before I head off to my job with the local transit authority as a city bus driver. I find that nothing gets rid of the anxiety and dread I feel before each shift at my thankless job quite like shaving really, REALLY fast with a murdering-sharp edge. But hey, [...]
Sun, April 18 2010 » Straight Razors » 25 Comments
I am looking to buy my first straight razor. I need to know how to use a razor strop and how to sharpen a razor properly. Related Blogs
Sat, April 17 2010 » Straight Razors » 2 Comments
Instructional video on stropping straight razors before shaves and after honing Related Blogs
Thu, April 15 2010 » Straight Razors » 25 Comments
I have a very furry face and it grows back really quick. I also heard that a straight razor would get a closer shave, but takes some skill to use. I can’t afford an electric razor and thought the straight razor would be an affordable alternative. Any advice? Related Blogs
Thu, April 15 2010 » Straight Razors » 4 Comments
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Tue, April 13 2010 » Straight Razors » No Comments
