Any traditional shavers here................

[KY,Dave (AKA Misunderstood)]

I've been getting into traditional shaving and started using double edge safety razors, but today did my first shave with a straight razor. Wondered if any other members use either? I got a shave like my Valk, smooth and fast. There it's bike related.  

Pic of my latest razor restored to it's looks when produced in the early 1900's

[solo1]

My dad used a straight razor.  He also has a razor strop to both put an edge on his razor and me.
It worked equally well on both.

I still have his razor but not the strop.  God thing for my kids when they were younger

[Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005]

I've been getting into traditional shaving and started using double edge safety razors, but today did my first shave with a straight razor. Wondered if any other members use either? I got a shave like my Valk, smooth and fast. There it's bike related.  

Pic of my latest razor restored to it's looks when produced in the early 1900's

You're kiddin' right Dave   ???  I'd cut my head off with that thing 

[KY,Dave (AKA Misunderstood)]

I've been getting into traditional shaving and started using double edge safety razors, but today did my first shave with a straight razor. Wondered if any other members use either? I got a shave like my Valk, smooth and fast. There it's bike related.  

Pic of my latest razor restored to it's looks when produced in the early 1900's

You're kiddin' right Dave   ???  I'd cut my head off with that thing 

Come on Joe, we all know you don't shave.  No kidding. Today was my 1st shave with it.

[Pete]

Gave it up in 1971 for my health. Never missed it.
NEVER intend to do it again.

[Brad]

Not only no but HELL NO...........gave up the safety razor years ago and never looked back.  I think it was the same day that I gave up using a styptic pencil.  Interesting enough the use of the two are very closely related.  I love using the new modern multi blade razors and shaving gel not shaving soap and a mug.   

[KY,Dave (AKA Misunderstood)]

Not only no but HELL NO...........gave up the safety razor years ago and never looked back.  I think it was the same day that I gave up using a styptic pencil.  Interesting enough the use of the two are very closely related.  I love using the new modern multi blade razors and shaving gel not shaving soap and a mug.   

I can understand what you're saying about the razors and time and aquired skill or lack thereof will dictate if it becomes my only form of shaving. Right now it's for when I have the extra time till I get thru the learning curve and it's second nature. I just thought since REAL men ride bikes, there might be some that shave like REAL men 

All that aside after starting to use caked soaps in a mug with a brush or the high quality shave creams available with a brush and getting the kind of lather and improved shave you do just with this change, I can't see why ANYONE would use that goo in a can they call shaving cream again. I know I'll never go back to them.

[hubcapsc]

I don't have headphones, so I don't get my computer to make sounds at work, but if this is what I
think it is, it is appropriate for this thread... 

Bill Cosby - Little Tiny Hairs	powered by Aeva

-Mike

[KY,Dave (AKA Misunderstood)]

I don't have headphones, so I don't get my computer to make sounds at work, but if this is what I
think it is, it is appropriate for this thread... 

Bill Cosby - Little Tiny Hairs

-Mike

 

[Baldwin]

This topic came up on another forum I frequent. 

Have you been to this website?

http://www.theartofshaving.com/

[Jess from VA]

Here you go.

[KY,Dave (AKA Misunderstood)]

This topic came up on another forum I frequent. 

Have you been to this website?

http://www.theartofshaving.com/

Yes, among others. A favorite like this site is http://straightrazorplace.com/

[bassman]

Inflate a ballon or two...lather'em up and practice your shaving skills/technique on them....

My grandfather had a strop hanging in the bathroom...whenever we would visit when I was young, one of the FIRST things he would ask us to do was check to see if it was still hanging in the bathroom...needless to say that certianly set the "tone" of our visit and we RARELY got out of line....LOL !!!  Fear is a wonderful deterent for the young 

[Brad]

Not only no but HELL NO...........gave up the safety razor years ago and never looked back.  I think it was the same day that I gave up using a styptic pencil.  Interesting enough the use of the two are very closely related.  I love using the new modern multi blade razors and shaving gel not shaving soap and a mug.   

I can understand what you're saying about the razors and time and aquired skill or lack thereof will dictate if it becomes my only form of shaving. Right now it's for when I have the extra time till I get thru the learning curve and it's second nature. I just thought since REAL men ride bikes, there might be some that shave like REAL men 

All that aside after starting to use caked soaps in a mug with a brush or the high quality shave creams available with a brush and getting the kind of lather and improved shave you do just with this change, I can't see why ANYONE would use that goo in a can they call shaving cream again. I know I'll never go back to them.

Ok lets just cut to the chase so to speak.  I really don't care how real men shave.  The more important result of the evolution of the razor.........is how real women shave   

With the improvements in razors and shaving technology there are far fewer hairy women in the world and more frequent shaving among women.  I for one am thankful for this change.

On a slight side note I bought my wife an epilator a few years back when all the commercials were running on TV.  A nice gift I thought.  The first time she used it I was called into the bathroom where the product was demonstrated on my arm hair.  After I regained consciousness I threw that machine in the trash.   

[Scott in Ok]

All that aside after starting to use caked soaps in a mug with a brush or the high quality shave creams available with a brush and getting the kind of lather and improved shave you do just with this change, I can't see why ANYONE would use that goo in a can they call shaving cream again. I know I'll never go back to them.

Ditto to that.  I use a decent badger hair brush, and really good shave soap....but a modern razor.  Shave cream/gel in a can sucks.

-Scott

[KY,Dave (AKA Misunderstood)]

Not only no but HELL NO...........gave up the safety razor years ago and never looked back.  I think it was the same day that I gave up using a styptic pencil.  Interesting enough the use of the two are very closely related.  I love using the new modern multi blade razors and shaving gel not shaving soap and a mug.   

I can understand what you're saying about the razors and time and aquired skill or lack thereof will dictate if it becomes my only form of shaving. Right now it's for when I have the extra time till I get thru the learning curve and it's second nature. I just thought since REAL men ride bikes, there might be some that shave like REAL men 

All that aside after starting to use caked soaps in a mug with a brush or the high quality shave creams available with a brush and getting the kind of lather and improved shave you do just with this change, I can't see why ANYONE would use that goo in a can they call shaving cream again. I know I'll never go back to them.

Ok lets just cut to the chase so to speak.  I really don't care how real men shave.  The more important result of the evolution of the razor.........is how real women shave   

With the improvements in razors and shaving technology there are far fewer hairy women in the world and more frequent shaving among women.  I for one am thankful for this change.

On a slight side note I bought my wife an epilator a few years back when all the commercials were running on TV.  A nice gift I thought.  The first time she used it I was called into the bathroom where the product was demonstrated on my arm hair.  After I regained consciousness I threw that machine in the trash.   

 

[Westernbiker]

Although  I do not straight edge shave myself, I have had my barber do it on a number of occasions. Barbers are hard to find, at least out here that have the special license to straight edge shave you. And I can say he has never nicked me and boy it is a close shave!

[Mountainman]

If I tryed that everyone would think that I tryed to comitt suiside. With my shakey hand and scraping the stubble from the 'wattle' that is now growing below my chin.

[Highbinder]

I do the same thing Scott does....double edge modern razor and a good soap......this type of soap seems to be smoother then can soap and the razor justs slides over your skin....

I also agree with Joe....he probably would cut his head off..

[czuch]

I've been looking for a good "Saftey" razor. You cant find em anywhere. Blades, shure.
My dad called it his double bladed axe.

[Brad]

I've been looking for a good "Saftey" razor. You cant find em anywhere. Blades, shure.
My dad called it his double bladed axe.

Here ya go.....happy man scaping 

http://www.supersafetyrazors.com/?gclid=CP7ctoOF_KMCFQs9gwodLR4IIg

[Big IV]

I have always wanted to try a shave with a real razor. I have thought about going into a barber shop that still uses them just to get the experience. Never made it. Maybe one day.

Sounds like a cool hobby.

[Doc Moose]

I think the older Atra, multiblade razors were the best for me. 
I've never been impressed with the multi-multi blade razors.  I have to go over the same place on my neck numerous times before I feel like I got the stubble.  Feel like I'm paying for a gimmick.

One tip I heard:  Assuming you use a hair dryer, blow the excess water off the razor when you are done.  Leaving it wet makes it dull quicker.  One reviewer claimed it can extend the blade usage more than a month.  Seen on morning TV show.

[alph]

i havent shaved since my fathers funeral.  i use a beard clipper and trim it close.  thing is, i hate beards also.... everytime i shave my face burns like hell the next day, i've never found anything that doesn't irritate my skin. (anyone have any idea's??)

[firea100]

When I was in the Navy, I was stationed in San Diego. Every payday (every other week) we  would go down to the YMCA and get a haircut and a shave as a "treat" to ourselves. The barber there was an elderly gentleman that could give you a close shave I have never been able to duplicate! I was in the Navy from '74-'77 and I'm sure he has passed on by now, but I think of him and his skills every time I shave. I asked my barber in my town, as he was shaving the back of my neck, if he gave a face shave and he said he didn't. I don't think many barbers do it anymore. I've toyed with the idea of trying to use a straight razor on my self but just never did. It's cool to hear that some guys still do! Larry in East China Mi

[Jess from VA]

I believe the vast majority of barbers do not do any type of razor shaving for fear of blood born diseases (like AIDS).  I know our USAF barbers stopped all forms of face and neck shaving before I got out in 1992.  Wouldn't even do it if I brought my own disposable razor (prohibited).

If you think about it, it would be bad business accepting any type of shave at a barbershop with his razor.... period. 

I don't recommend sharing needles or razors.

[Brad]

I believe the vast majority of barbers do not do any type of razor shaving for fear of blood born diseases (like AIDS).  I know our USAF barbers stopped all forms of face and neck shaving before I got out in 1992.  Wouldn't even do it if I brought my own disposable razor (prohibited).

If you think about it, it would be bad business accepting any type of shave at a barbershop with his razor.... period. 

I don't recommend sharing needles or razors.

The two barber shops I frequent both use razors for shaving faces and the back of your neck.  The straight razors are in a bottle of blue stuff just like the combs.  The clippers have been known from time to time take a nick out of someone as well.  Never seen them sanitized.

[KY,Dave (AKA Misunderstood)]

I believe the vast majority of barbers do not do any type of razor shaving for fear of blood born diseases (like AIDS).  I know our USAF barbers stopped all forms of face and neck shaving before I got out in 1992.  Wouldn't even do it if I brought my own disposable razor (prohibited).

If you think about it, it would be bad business accepting any type of shave at a barbershop with his razor.... period. 

I don't recommend sharing needles or razors.

The two barber shops I frequent both use razors for shaving faces and the back of your neck.  The straight razors are in a bottle of blue stuff just like the combs.  The clippers have been known from time to time take a nick out of someone as well.  Never seen them sanitized.

Some also use a straight razor that you replace the blade each time. You just slide a new one in the channel.

[HayHauler]

Not only no but HELL NO...........gave up the safety razor years ago and never looked back.  I think it was the same day that I gave up using a styptic pencil.  Interesting enough the use of the two are very closely related.  I love using the new modern multi blade razors and shaving gel not shaving soap and a mug.  

I can understand what you're saying about the razors and time and aquired skill or lack thereof will dictate if it becomes my only form of shaving. Right now it's for when I have the extra time till I get thru the learning curve and it's second nature. I just thought since REAL men ride bikes, there might be some that shave like REAL men  

All that aside after starting to use caked soaps in a mug with a brush or the high quality shave creams available with a brush and getting the kind of lather and improved shave you do just with this change, I can't see why ANYONE would use that goo in a can they call shaving cream again. I know I'll never go back to them.

Ok lets just cut to the chase so to speak.  I really don't care how real men shave.  The more important result of the evolution of the razor.........is how real women shave  

With the improvements in razors and shaving technology there are far fewer hairy women in the world and more frequent shaving among women.  I for one am thankful for this change.

On a slight side note I bought my wife an epilator a few years back when all the commercials were running on TV.  A nice gift I thought.  The first time she used it I was called into the bathroom where the product was demonstrated on my arm hair.  After I regained consciousness I threw that machine in the trash.  

My wife and I are crying, laughing so hard...  
Thank you Brad for reminding us of the "epilator".

Hay  
Jimmyt    typing thru the tears....  hahahahaha

[Serk]

When I was younger, I thought it a curse, but as I've gotten older, I see it as a blessing, I'm naturally not really hair in the shaving areas... I wear a goatee and a little mustache (The goatee is ONLY there to hide my extra chins, and the mustache is there because the spousal unit says I hafta have a matched set or none at all). My cheeks and neck I shave every few weeks if I think about it...

Of course, working from home helps in that regard as well, but even back when I had to work in a very conservative office, I only had to shave once a week or so...

We found some old throat slitters in a box of old love letters from the late 1800's, considered getting 'em out and putting 'em back in service, but haven't done so, prolly better to leave 'em as they are and get newer ones if I ever decide to go down that road...

[BudMan]

When I was in the Air Force I used a straight razor, but the new kind with the replaceable blades. With it I could shave at night and still be presentable by the end of the day the next day.  I was always trying to get that one more minute of sleep in the morning.   I seldom got cut, as long as I didn't try to overuse the blade. Get rid of them at the first sign of getting even the slightest bit dull! (Or with a conventional one, get on that strop.)

[KY,Dave (AKA Misunderstood)]

When I was younger, I thought it a curse, but as I've gotten older, I see it as a blessing, I'm naturally not really hair in the shaving areas... I wear a goatee and a little mustache (The goatee is ONLY there to hide my extra chins, and the mustache is there because the spousal unit says I hafta have a matched set or none at all). My cheeks and neck I shave every few weeks if I think about it...

Of course, working from home helps in that regard as well, but even back when I had to work in a very conservative office, I only had to shave once a week or so...

We found some old throat slitters in a box of old love letters from the late 1800's, considered getting 'em out and putting 'em back in service, but haven't done so, prolly better to leave 'em as they are and get newer ones if I ever decide to go down that road...

Actually, if the blades aren't chipped or cracked, you're better off getting them honed and stropped rather then buying new. There are only 3 companies now making good straights. There are a lot making cheap junk. If you want to part with 1 or 2 of yours I might be interested in getting a couple more old ones and have them restored. Just let me know thru a pm, Dave