Grooming and Hygiene
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I've worn a goatee for 10+ years because my face has sharp features and is especially hard to get to a few places, mainly under the nose, I can never get all the hairs there because of the deep valley that exists there. Will this be easier to deal with a straight razor?
If one was inclined to try the feather option, what's the difference between the three handle options, besides the obvious that two fold and one is a straight handle.
Also what is the difference between the four blades they offer.
If it matters I've been using feather blades since shave two with the DE, I use them for two shaves and throw them. Do the straight edge blades last longer or are they are two shave thing and gone?
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Interesting question regarding the ease of use and ability to get to typically difficult areas of the face to shave.
Thinking about it, the area under the nose is probably easier to get to with a straight as you can see the blade edge and can direct it accurately in to where it needs to start to cut. With a DE or regular Mach 3 style razor you can not see the blade itself. When you offer the razor up to the face you are making a guess as to where it will start to cut.The three styles of Artist razor that Feather make are the DX, RG and SS
The DX and RG share the same geometry and scallop profile along the length of the blade holder. Where these two styles of razors differ is in the material, the more expensive DX is made from stainless steel. The RG is made from a brass Alloy. The DX is slightly lighter weight which some people prefer as it can be easier to handle and manoeuvre.
The latest SS model in my opinion is better than both the DX and RG and is also the cheapest version available and is made from stainless steel. The SS has a different scallop profile along the length of the blade holder, this gives a more rounded shaving head profile when compared to the DX and RG.
The more rounded profile of the blade holder stretches the skin in front of the blade and makes for a much better "nick" free shave. I have used both DX and SS models and the DX got sold. For me the SS is a superior product and a far better design.
The Feather Artist blades are basically different thicknesses, making them suitable for different beard coarseness. The Pro guard has the wire wraparound protective cage to get you started.
The light blades are the thinnest, the professional are the medium width blade and the professional super is the thickest and burliest blade. Buy a pack of each and see which one works best for you.I can normally get around 3-4 good shaves from the thickest Pro super blades which are my personal favourite.
Hope this helps.
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For a straight blade please check out Hart Steel IMO the nicest stuff there is.
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DFC….nice one on finding that Henckels ....like others said , go at it,slow
and if it helps watch more ytube vids on shaving ( helped me ) . I found stropping
is the main key after getting the right angle . My first 100 times stropping probably
killed my edge , resulting in shite shaves. Stick with it and ask questions .Cheers
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Thanks jock. I think I'll go with ddtrash's advice of starting with my cheeks and to use the safety razor for neck and chin till I get a good feel for it. Ill definitely be here with any stropping or technique questions as needed.
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Doitashimashite , your welcome .
Some razor porn :
http://www.revisor-solingen.de/html/raritaten_vorschau.html
http://www.razoremporium.com/straight-razors/
This is good too :
http://straightrazorplace.com/srpwiki/index.php/Beginner's_guide_to_straight_razor_shaving
Great forum and very friendly people , more than happy to offer advice , help .
The classifieds is good as well for razors .Happy shaving and good luck …
Cheers
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DDTrash
Here is a bloke that uses one hand :
I tried and found it tricky , so taught my left hand to not kill me . Took time but
eventually got it . Feels great when you finally achieve that nice smooth shave , one guy said it takes
one hundred shaves to be relatively skilled on the straight .Cheers
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TMG terrific razor there mate .
This is two of mine from the SRP forum ….not with me here .
http://straightrazorplace.com/beginners/72319-here-my-two-razors.html
Cheers
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Thank you kind sir . Be wary on those Ebay hunts….the classifieds of SRP
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So, after seeing a post from @Graeme (in the wallets thread) about Baldwin leather, I checked out their site, liked what I saw, and decided to see what they could do for my growing straight razor collection. After several emails and sketches from Jimmy (owner/creator of Baldwin Leather), I went with a 6 slot roll, which arrived this morning. Super pleased with it so thought if share on here
Still one slot left though…...
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Beautiful!
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Try these JDL :
http://www.westcoastshaving.com/Beard-and-Moustache_c_108.html
http://www.italianbarber.com/beard-care
cheers
Thanks jock
Tried the clubman when I had my first handlebar, it's what I can get local. Found it doesn't hold well enough. The beardbrand will get a try for sure though.
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^ are u talking about stache wax? If so, ive tried both the beardbrand and the clubman. Clubman being more of a paste and water soluable. Found it held ok, but not real long. As soon as it gets wet it starts to fail. The beardbrand is def a wax and nicer to use but is only a medium hold, which i found didnt hold well but lasted longer. Beardbrand seems to be a great company tho with great customer service. Their oils are great
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If anyone knows beards …..it is definitely Pillow(beard)pants !!
