More Adventures in Shaving

So I figured after a few days it was time to try going for 2 passes with my straight razor, with the grain and against.  I did pretty well.  A little irritated on the skin today but other than that not too bad.

Time for a change.

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So I had my first shave with a straight razor this evening. Just a few thoughts.
1) Right side of the face was a piece of cake. Closest shave ever. Left side not so much. I cut my self a little and I was a bit jumpy on the razor however I know I will get better.

2)If your gets even a bit dry you're in trouble. My neck, chin and upper lip where a little dry and it was more difficult than my face region. So wet keeps it good.

That's all I have to say about that

Waiting and Passing Time

In anticipation of receiving my straight razor stuff tomorrow I picked up the Gillette Thermal Face scrub for my "pre-shave" step that I have read so much about in the shaving forums.  Let me tell you..it works.  I got a closer shave with this stuff than I did with out it.  It really lifts and softens the facial hair so as to give you a closer shave.  I'll let everyone know how my first straight razor shave goes tomorrow after the equipment arrives.

PS I know I am a weirdo for having the highlight purchase of the last 6 months be a straight razor but remember you choose to read this so deal.