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Years ago, I learned to shave with just about any sharp, straight edge (yes, I even practiced with a razor sharp axe). It’s interesting how the ‘fine edge control’ transfers to other activities; using a kitchen knife, swinging an axe, cutting with a Xacto, etc.
In the apocalypse, I will be the clean-shaven villain, who is surrounded by all the hot mutant ladies who adore my pretty jowls!
Edit: I use cannabis daily. I found I can shave quickly with a straight razor (after years if practice), or I can shave high. But not both. FTR: cutting yourself a bit here and there simply isn’t as bad as it sounds.
Switching to double edge safety razors changed shaving for me.
My beard hairs are so thick even a 3 blade cartridge clogs and slips. I’ve had multiple barbers comment on how tough my beard hair is.
For a better shave: 1) switch from canned shave creams to a higher quality cream or a shave soap with brush. 2. Switch to a DE razor and buy a sample pack until you find a blade you really like.
Cartridges are faster still, but I always get rash or burn from them. A good DE blade I might nick myself but an after a little styptic and it’s not noticeable.
I’ve never tried a straight edge, it sounds cool but I’ve been told to expect to cut yourself when learning and I’m happy enough with my setup.
I'm so glad I learned to use shave creams and safety razor. The experience is miles better than foam and disposable razor.
You get a bit of aromatherapy and a good shave without clogging the razor constantly.
I find shaving much more mediative with brush and hard soap. It took a little while to learn the technique and the directions my hair grows in but it's a much more enjoyable process than with a cartridge razor and canned soap. Plus I can change my blade every 4 shaves or so and it's like 10p a shave so much cheaper than cartridges.
I enjoy it too
I bought myself a scuttle and some nice shave bowls, I've got a brush I like and an adjustable razor that I start with open and close for my final passes. It's a nice way to start the morning for sure.
Don't forget the shiny jumpsuits and garages full of sports cars. You never know when you might want to upgrade to being a Bond villain.
Already have the jumpsuit. Crotchless, silver, soft on the inside.