AggieDave 6 #1 January 22, 2007 For everyday shaving? I bring this up due to having once again found a good traditional barber. One who uses a straight razor and hot lather to clean up the edges and neck after a haircut. So I've just spent the last hour reading about how to use a straight razor correctly, what kind to get, how to care for it, etc and thought "I don't think I know anyone that actually uses one" and was curious if anyone did. All in all it looks very intriguing, but the cost for a proper shaving setup is quite expensive at the onset (which would be quickly off set when compared to the 14-blade Gilette Mach 14 razor cartridge cost).--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlyingJ 0 #2 January 22, 2007 That's one thing I miss about my barber in NYC. My hair just gets cut with clippers, and for most of my life I have done it myself, but I loved this guy so much I always went to him while I lived there. The hot lather and shave with the razor was the best part. Juan "Johnny" Diaz on Columbus btw (I think) 57th and 58th for anyone up in that neighborhood.Killing threads since 2004. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnyshrek 0 #3 January 22, 2007 Best shave i ver get is just a normal bic/3 razor do it in the steam/sauna at the gym..Best shave you will gethttp://www.skydivethefarm.com do you realize that when you critisize people you dont know over the internet, you become part of a growing society of twats? ARE YOU ONE OF THEM? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlyingJ 0 #4 January 22, 2007 How do the other guys in the sauna feel about watching you shave your nuts in front of them?Killing threads since 2004. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnyshrek 0 #5 January 22, 2007 QuoteHow do the other guys in the sauna feel about watching you shave your nuts in front of them? Fine its a rainbow gym, you referred me rememberhttp://www.skydivethefarm.com do you realize that when you critisize people you dont know over the internet, you become part of a growing society of twats? ARE YOU ONE OF THEM? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #6 January 22, 2007 The last place I went for haircuts used a straight razor for shaves and neck/edges. The place I go now just uses power Mach 3's (with free clean-ups between cuts). I use the same for every day shaving...a straight razor is just too much trouble for a shave that isn't much closer. Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #7 January 22, 2007 QuoteFor everyday shaving? I bring this up due to having once again found a good traditional barber. One who uses a straight razor and hot lather to clean up the edges and neck after a haircut. So I've just spent the last hour reading about how to use a straight razor correctly, what kind to get, how to care for it, etc and thought "I don't think I know anyone that actually uses one" and was curious if anyone did. All in all it looks very intriguing, but the cost for a proper shaving setup is quite expensive at the onset (which would be quickly off set when compared to the 14-blade Gilette Mach 14 razor cartridge cost). Damn...I didn't think ANYONE did the razor cleanup anymore.... I don't use a straight, but I do use a double-edge and mug soap/brush. One advantage of a cartridge (or disposable) is that you don't hardly have to worry about blade angle, where you do with a straight or DE.Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #8 January 22, 2007 Well, I guess next time you're in town, you'll have to go to my barber and enjoy a lost art.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zenister 0 #9 January 22, 2007 did while i was in college (and absolutely nutty about all things edged) but tbh it takes far to much time (more time than i have generally for toiletries) but i did enjoy having an 'old school' barber while i was stationed in FL, who used one as a matter of course. in fact my entire detachment was regulars there after the 1SGT continually praised my hair cuts.. plus it was one of the more relaxing parts of the week for me..____________________________________ Those who fail to learn from the past are simply Doomed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #10 January 22, 2007 My barber (in fact all the barbers I've been to) use a straight razor for cleanups, and shaves. I however would never consider using a straight razor myself, man the ammount of blood would be huge. Its so easy to cut your self with both straight razors and double sided razors, Safety Razors rockYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tonto 1 #11 January 22, 2007 QuoteFor everyday shaving? My former brother-in-law is a dentist. In the days we were still in a team together he shaved every day with a straight razor. Felt if his hand wasn't steady - he should be the 1st to know. This rubbed off on the team for a while and we all did it for a couple of months, but it simply wasn't worth the bother for me. Blue Skies, tIt's the year of the Pig. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #12 January 22, 2007 QuoteWell, I guess next time you're in town, you'll have to go to my barber and enjoy a lost art. Do they do regular shaves too, or just the cleanup after a haircut? http://store.crabtree-evelyn.com/mens-grooming-edwin-jagger.html The Edwin Jagger best badger brush is pretty well regarded, and I understand that their sandalwood shaving cream is pretty nice, as well. http://store.crabtree-evelyn.com/mens-grooming-shaving-cream.htmlMike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #13 January 22, 2007 QuoteMy barber (in fact all the barbers I've been to) use a straight razor for cleanups, and shaves. I however would never consider using a straight razor myself, man the ammount of blood would be huge. Its so easy to cut your self with both straight razors and double sided razors, Safety Razors rock I've nicked myself a couple times, but I've nicked myself with disposables like the Sensor as well. I'm guessing that's what you mean by 'safety razor', since the double edge razor (like Grandpa's, with the disposable blade) is what is actually called a safety razor. I've actually had LESS razor burn with the DE than with the disposables - it definitely a different set of reflexes, though - push against your face with a DE like you would with a disposable, and you'll definitely not have a happy face!Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stitch 0 #14 January 22, 2007 Define straight razor. The blade in my "Bic disposable" is straight. "No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #15 January 22, 2007 QuoteDefine straight razor. The blade in my "Bic disposable" is straight. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Straight_razorMike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #16 January 22, 2007 If it has 3 or more blades it's a straight razor. If it has a wide pink handle, then it's a gay razor. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stumpy 284 #17 January 22, 2007 No - but i would vote for double edge. Sometimes i oversleep and need to shave in a hurry. Do that with a safety/DE razor and you might nick yourself, do it with a cutthroat and it might just live up to its name..... Never try to eat more than you can lift Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #18 January 22, 2007 I haven't had a chance to ask about the shaving, I've only been there twice and was clean shaven both times. I'll ask next week when I go in for my haircut.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freakflyer9999 1 #19 January 23, 2007 I still use a shaving mug, brush and soap, but not a straight razor. I just cut myself too much, so I gave up and now use twin blade disposables. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #20 January 23, 2007 Aint that hot lather nice?Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pds 0 #21 January 24, 2007 yup. just started for the same reason. but still keep the multiblade disposables handy for quickies. a buddy of mine swears by vintage safety razors. gets some crazy sharp japanese blades offa ebay. http://www.badgerandblade.com/index.php?page=faqnamaste, motherfucker. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #22 January 24, 2007 Quoteyup. just started for the same reason. but still keep the multiblade disposables handy for quickies. a buddy of mine swears by vintage safety razors. gets some crazy sharp japanese blades offa ebay. http://www.badgerandblade.com/index.php?page=faq Feathers are scary sharp...cut yourself and never notice it until you see the blood. I like the Israeli Personas and the Swedish Gillettes better.Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
