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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
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
