I wanted a go at 'straight' shaving, but didnt want to get into stroping and honing so.....
With a fresh derby blade at the ready, I used the shavette for the 1st time tonight. I reckon my face is smoother than shaving with a DE, but not by much. My neck is definitely smoother, but this came at the cost of some irritation and burn. 2 passes was all I did. An hour later and its still very red. I think I must have applied some undue pressure. Perhaps a different blade might be better?
I did find it difficult to move the razor effectively around my face, nowhere near as easy as using a DE, but it was my first go, and with it being an open blade I was worried about cutting myself ( which didnt happen I am pleased to say).
So, will I use it again? Most definitely. I did enjoy using it, and the fact I didnt have to go to A & E no doubt made the experience more pleasureable! :lol:
Would I recommmend one..? well, I havent used a genuine straight, so I have no comparison. Maybe someone who has can comment on this. Certainly the cheapest way to try straight shaving?
I will continue to use a DE in general, but occasionally will whip this out and have a go.
I may have started down the path of the straight razor, but currently I am resisting ( well, my wallet is..!)
With a fresh derby blade at the ready, I used the shavette for the 1st time tonight. I reckon my face is smoother than shaving with a DE, but not by much. My neck is definitely smoother, but this came at the cost of some irritation and burn. 2 passes was all I did. An hour later and its still very red. I think I must have applied some undue pressure. Perhaps a different blade might be better?
I did find it difficult to move the razor effectively around my face, nowhere near as easy as using a DE, but it was my first go, and with it being an open blade I was worried about cutting myself ( which didnt happen I am pleased to say).
So, will I use it again? Most definitely. I did enjoy using it, and the fact I didnt have to go to A & E no doubt made the experience more pleasureable! :lol:
Would I recommmend one..? well, I havent used a genuine straight, so I have no comparison. Maybe someone who has can comment on this. Certainly the cheapest way to try straight shaving?
I will continue to use a DE in general, but occasionally will whip this out and have a go.
I may have started down the path of the straight razor, but currently I am resisting ( well, my wallet is..!)