[i]Got 2 love dat feeling! You know, when you shave so fucking thoroughly that your skin is smooth as a fucking baby's ass. God damn. EVERY little fucking hair is uniform. Fucking machine-man. Looking professional. Looking tight! Got 2 b professional and tight! Fucking tight! Squared away! Ah, then you run that razor under the water and wipe it dry and click it. CLICK IT! Well bitch I say you've got to CLICK IT! CLICK FUCK. CLICK SHUT. CLICK GOOD. Mmm good. Everything is tight, orderly and spotless. Professional. Damn, coming at you with some power.
It's even better when you grow a thick ass mustache for contrast. It also gives you that "command presence", this is why so many police officers wear them. Unfortunately they don't like the citizens wearing them for this very reason, so they'll pull you over and cite you for DWP (Driving While Pedophile).[/i]
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[b]What's wetshaving[/b]
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Shaving with Double-Edged Razors & Straight Razors, often with brush based creams and soaps.
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[b]The advantages to wetshaving are numerous:[/b]
Less irritating shaves, get rid of the burn.
Get a closer shave
Reduces ingrown hairs
Improve your skin quality
Cheaper
[i][b]Actually enjoy shaving..[/b][/i]
If you hate shaving, consider traditional wetshaving. It's shaving without the uncomfortable tug and pull of cartridge razors, without the exorbitant costs of cartridges, and without the irritation multiblades produce. I've been doing this for over a year and a half so far and there's no way I'm turning back. Thousands of others have done so as well and you can find more about wetshaving on these sites.
[url]www.Badgerblade.com[/url]
[url]www.Straightrazorplace.com[/url]
[url]www.Shaveden.com[/url]
[b]Wetshaving Tools[/b]
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[b]The Double Edged Razor[/b], invented in 1903 to make shaving much easier than using straight razors. It was coined the "Safety Razor" because it had a guard on it preventing people from cutting themselves too badly. These razors went out of use in the mainstream when companies pushed "newer" and "better" products. In truth, the new offerings weren't actually any better, certain patents expired and it made more sense for big companies like Gillette to make new patented razors to keep control of their marketshare. Now is the best time to shave with one of these, blades are better now than they have ever been and that's arguably the most important part for a good shave.
[img]http://www.shavingstyle.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/i/m/img_0449_1.jpg[/img]
[b]The Straight Razor[/b], invented back in the 1600s. It's unexposed blade can a danger for those who are inexperienced and careless, but it's closeness is unrivaled. There are many different varieties of straight razors, particularly with the grind or wedge shape.
[img]http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2605/3985904652_bddc58a421.jpg[/img]
[b]The Brush[/b] It's a brush, but it's pretty useful for getting yourself a good shave. A brush whips up a lather much better than your hands can and it's application on your face exfoliates your skin and lifts up your hairs for a closer shave. Using it also avoids getting lather on your hands. There are synthetic brushes, boar brushes, badger brushes, and even horse-hair brushes. Badger brushes are the most common and oftens seen as the best choice.
[img]http://www.thevaletmalegrooming.com/images/products/simpsons/Chubby-3-ST.jpg[/img]
[b] Traditional brush based Soap/Cream[/b] these are used for lubricating your face for the shave. Their purpose is generally the same as you'd find with ordinary shaving cream, but these usually offer better performance in terms of providing cushion, lubrication, and mosturizing your face compared to shaving creams from aerosol cans. These sort of creams need to be "lathered" with a brush before being used. Lathering a cream or soap usually takes two minutes.
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Here's a video on how to shave with a DE.
[quote][media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2IuA8HGacJw&feature=plcp[/media][/quote]
Here's another video on how to shave with a straight razor
[quote][media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDR_1hg-xNs[/media][/quote]
Here's an in-depth guide to wetshaving.
[url]http://wiki.badgerandblade.com/Interactive_Guide_to_DE_Razor_Shaving[/url]
I know that it can seem intimidating at first, but shaving with a DE isn't that difficult. There are four rules to wetshaving, [b]no pressure, short strokes, proper blade angle (30 degrees), and don't try to take off your entire beard in just one pass.[/b] Do all of these right and you will get an incredibly smooth and comfortable shave with no nicks or cuts. Speaking of nicks and cuts, what you may already know about these razors in this regard is greatly exaggerated in my opinion. I don't even remember the last time I nicked myself while shaving with one of these razors.
Getting started would cost from 30 or more dollars, there's a upfront cost with wetshaving because you have to buy a new razor. But in the long-term it can save you cash because the blades are much cheaper, DE blades can cost ten cents a piece. You can buy everything in one go, by getting a kit from sites like [url]http://www.westcoastshaving.com/[/url] and [url]http://www.italianbarber.com/[/url] but I think you can do really well by buying all the items separately. If you'd like to buy things separately, I've compiled a list of recommended items.
[b]Recommended DE Razors (avoid long handled razors)[/b]
[i]new[/i]
Merkur 34HD
Merkur 37c (most ideal, slightly higher learning curve)
Merkur Progress
[i]used/ebay[/i]
Gillette Slim
Gillette Fatboy (pricey)
[b]Recommended shaving creams[/b]
[i]Expensive, high performance tier[/i]
I Coloniali Rhubarb
Acqua di Parma pot
Santa Maria Novella pot
Acca Kappa 1869 pot
Simpson Luxury Shaving Cream
Floris 89
Penhaligon Endymion
Castle Forbes (Lavender & Lime)
[i]Mid tier, very good to good performance[/i]
Musgo Real (Best in this category)
Taylor of Old Bonds Street (Avocado variety recommended)
Proraso
Arko
[b]Recommended DE blades[/b]
Feather (The sharpest of the bunch, these require the most care with their use)
7' O Clocks (Good all-a-rounder, large variety of blades (blue,black,yellows,etc) )
Astra SP
Polsilver Super Iridium
[b]Recommended Brushes[/b]
[i]cheap[/i]
Whipped Dog, Silvertip badger. (fantastic deal, [url]http://whippeddog.com/products/view/silvertip-badger[/url])
[i]mid-price[/i]
Simpson Colonel X2L Best Badger or Simpson Commodore ([url]http://www.westcoastshaving.com/Simpson-Colonel-X2L-Best-Badger-Shaving-Brush-X2L_p_390.html[/url])
[i]high-price[/i]
Simpson Chubby, ShaveMac
[b]Recommended Aftershaves[/b] (I recommend aftershaves with Allantoin and Witch-Hazel)
Proraso After Shave Splash
Speick After Shave Lotion
Musgo Real AS Balm
[b]How to choose a brush[/b]
[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZcQrkkLORI&t=21s[/media]
[b]If you want to try your hand at straight razor shaving, then you're on your own on this one. I'm not in the position to offer any advice on this, but check out [url]www.straightrazorplace.com[/url] if you're interested. It'll have all the information you'll need.[/b]
[QUOTE=David Tennant;37634465]I've had my treat blades, name-less handle and cheap foam for about two weeks now (~£10 shaving kit) and for the price, I'm very surprised at how good of a shave I'm getting, it's faster and much more enjoyable over the electric razer, no more razor burn, I've cut myself a few times now but nothing more than a slight nick that produces no more than a drop of blood.[/quote]
[QUOTE=tristanguy2;37634707]I just had the best shave of my life! My stuff arrived today and I decided to try it out, the blade itself doesn't pull or irritate. I did nick myself quite a few times (mostly minor that didn't bleed much), and the soap burns it a bit. But that's okay, it's not nearly as bad as cartridge blades.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Tophat;37592963]I too shaved today with my new Merkur! It was definitely the closest shave I've ever had so far. I nicked myself on my chin, my lip, and on some acne a little, but over-all it was pretty good and I'm really looking forward to getting used to this.
The Proraso cream had a particularly strong smell, but it definitely added to the whole experience.
I never thought I'd look forward to shaving, but now I have a reason to. Thank you for this thread and information![/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=HellSoldier;37618219]I just went to a small shop and bought my first Merkur 33C and first wet shaving 'kit' of sorts with a badger hair brush and a Proraso cream. Oh - my - what. It's the best shave I've ever had. Didn't but myself once in the first go, made sure not to kill myself when I went close to the jugular, either. Got a little too cocky second time around and left a small cut on my right jawline but this is still the best way to shave ever. I feel really good afterwards and I'm totally pumped for the day![/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=JohnnyMo1;37788332]I was a bit skeptical but it gave me a smoother shave than I ever got with my Gillette fusion. Got a little extra money due to birthday, so I just bought the TOBS soap and badger bristle brush in the OP. Can't wait until they get here[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=tommyc225;37932733]All my shaving stuff arrived yesterday and I tried it out this morning. Holy god damn shaves this comfortable should be illegal. It was great until I cut myself, but that gets better with practice. Had some nasty razor bumps from where I've been using cartridge razors and a few of them got sliced. But what impressed me most was how it glided through the hard spots on my face, especially my chin. Every cartridge razor would tug at that point, but the DE razor cut right through it all with no resistance. And the avocado cream smells nice too.
Thanks for making the thread Lamar, wouldn't have tried wet shaving if I hadn't seen it.[/QUOTE]
I am interested in this thread. I have to shave every day to pass inspection, for my job as a Correctional Officer. Plus I have to pass inspection when I go for my monthly National Guard drills.
What do I need to know about wet shaving? I'm tired of using regular disposable cartridge razors, and I'm looking to try something new that'll give me a better shave without that irritating razor burn that I get when I shave. (Even when using super duper special razors with a million blades that vibrate and shit.)
Dear god, I just came out of the shower feeling awesome due to shaving. I use a bad boy that looks like this.
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Why does a rancid, dirty neckbeard provide a better shave then the stubble that grows back after it?
[QUOTE=ghosevil;36995868]Why does a rancid, dirty neckbeard provide a better shave then the stubble that grows back after it?[/QUOTE]
probably because the hairs are a little more greasy. Hairs that are hydrated cut more easily.
I bought an antique straight razor with a horn handle when I went south to visit my friend. Did around 70 laps with it on a whetstone, still not close enough (jumps a little). I've only recently gotten into it because I plan to never buy a razor again after getting this one fixed up.
Suck my Edwin Jagger 89 bitches.
Wet shaved my entire life, I use a Gillette Fusion razor.
Is there anything equally good and cheaper?
I should also mention that I like shaving so much that I shave my legs once as well :v:.
How much irritation does it create on the skin? I'm the kind of guy that if I don't shave against the grain it may as well look like I didn't shave at all, and I catch hell for it all the time in the Marines. Problem is the multiblade razors make my neck look like an inflamed ball of fuck.
I just use a electric razor, no risk of cutting my self!
I tried a straight razor once and about killed myself. My hand twitched and the blade got pretty personal to my jugular (thankfully i called the amberlamps quick enough and held enough pressure on it to not lose too much blood)
[QUOTE=UncleJimmema;36998944]How much irritation does it create on the skin? I'm the kind of guy that if I don't shave against the grain it may as well look like I didn't shave at all, and I catch hell for it all the time in the Marines. Problem is the multiblade razors make my neck look like an inflamed ball of fuck.[/QUOTE]
yea you sort of need this
[QUOTE=plokoon9619;36998954]I just use a electric razor, no risk of cutting my self![/QUOTE]
On the left, what a manual razor does to your hair. On the right, an electric
[img]http://i.imgur.com/fkkn3.png[/img]
[editline]30th July 2012[/editline]
I'm using a Merkur 36C with Personna Red Packs and Taylor of Old Bond Street soap. Can't remember the brush but it's a nice badger one. Wouldn't mind a new razor like an old Gillette, and I fancy giving a straight razor a try
[QUOTE=UncleJimmema;36998944]How much irritation does it create on the skin? I'm the kind of guy that if I don't shave against the grain it may as well look like I didn't shave at all, and I catch hell for it all the time in the Marines. Problem is the multiblade razors make my neck look like an inflamed ball of fuck.[/QUOTE]
I had the same problem too before I made the switch, it was also the reason why I made the switch. You'll get little to no irritation at all when you wetshave, there's no pulling and tugging with DE blades like there is with cartridge blades.
[QUOTE=Dopey Trout;37002505]
I'm using a Merkur 36C with Personna Red Packs and Taylor of Old Bond Street soap. Can't remember the brush but it's a nice badger one. Wouldn't mind a new razor like an old Gillette, and I fancy giving a straight razor a try[/QUOTE]
I like Taylor Of Old Bond, it's apparently one of the best shave soaps out there. It was definitely better than the Proraso I tried before, or anything really for that matter.
[QUOTE=Dopey Trout;37002505]On the left, what a manual razor does to your hair. On the right, an electric
[img]http://i.imgur.com/fkkn3.png[/img]
[editline]30th July 2012[/editline]
I'm using a Merkur 36C with Personna Red Packs and Taylor of Old Bond Street soap. Can't remember the brush but it's a nice badger one. Wouldn't mind a new razor like an old Gillette, and I fancy giving a straight razor a try[/QUOTE]
Still I can never get the stubble to be nearly gone with a manual razor making my face all rough.
What would you guys suggest for a beginner (lol19) that's been using nothing but shitty plastic razors for most of his shaving career?
I always wondered how my dad got a perfect, clean shave, no ingrown hairs, no bullshit etc from disposable razors...
I might give this a go, when I have the money
[QUOTE=ewitwins;37047162]What would you guys suggest for a beginner (lol19) that's been using nothing but shitty plastic razors for most of his shaving career?[/QUOTE]
Getting started would cost from 40-70 bucks, theres kind of a big upfront cost with wetshaving because you have to buy a new razor and brush.
check OP just updated,
You can always end up spending more money, but I think the only items that are worth spending extra money on are blades and the creams.
[QUOTE=download;37047462]I always wondered how my dad got a perfect, clean shave, no ingrown hairs, no bullshit etc from disposable razors...
I might give this a go, when I have the money[/QUOTE]
Yeah, my dad has been able to manage a perfect goatee for a year now, until this moment I had no idea how.
Jeeze, I've always dry shaved, and now that I'm reading about it, wet shaving sounds like some sort of art form or something.
Ive tried using a DE razor and lather shave cream. I dont get as close a shave as with disposables, and when i shave my chin area it hurts like absolute fuck, feels like im slicing myself with each pass. Im using correct technique and everything, yet a cheapie disposable + foam seems to do a better job. What gives?
[QUOTE=Rebi;37049170]Yeah, my dad has been able to manage a perfect goatee for a year now, until this moment I had no idea how.
Jeeze, I've always dry shaved, and now that I'm reading about it, wet shaving sounds like some sort of art form or something.[/QUOTE]
The thing is, my dad uses disposable razors...
I think he has a two blade safety razor though. Might be able to "acquire" it
[QUOTE=Pace.;37049180]Ive tried using a DE razor and lather shave cream. I dont get as close a shave as with disposables, and when i shave my chin area it hurts like absolute fuck, feels like im slicing myself with each pass. Im using correct technique and everything, yet a cheapie disposable + foam seems to do a better job. What gives?[/QUOTE]
If you feel like you're slicing yourself with each pass then either your technique is off or the blades you are using are dull. There is no discomfort at all with DE razors, if there is then something is just wrong. I did get some pretty sub-par shaves when I first started though and if it's the same with you, then that's why. It takes a little time to get the technique down, but once you do it's fuckin' bliss.
[QUOTE=Lamar;37049232]If you feel like you're slicing yourself with each pass then either your technique is off or the blades you are using are dull. There is no discomfort at all with DE razors.[/QUOTE]
I've changed blades mid shave because i thought this was the issue but it happens even with new blades. only when i shave my chin though
Are you applying pressure with the razor?
Looking at buying a Merkur or an ajustable Gillette Fatboy now, these razors look cool as fuck.
[img]http://maddogsandgentlemen.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/cdnykgbgkkgrhqyokiqez9u7gqkhbnpks3v0zq_3.jpg[/img]
Is this good for a daily/every second day shave? My facial hair accumulates pretty quickly.
[QUOTE=SCopE5000;37049330]Looking at buying a Merkur or an ajustable Gillette Fatboy now, these razors look cool as fuck.
[img]http://maddogsandgentlemen.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/cdnykgbgkkgrhqyokiqez9u7gqkhbnpks3v0zq_3.jpg[/img]
Is this good for a daily/every second day shave? My facial hair accumulates pretty quickly.[/QUOTE]
yeah it's a good razor, adjustables are nice because you can set how aggressive they are to your preference. All the shaving boards (yes, there are boards solely dedicated to shaving) circlejerk over this razor. But as long as the razor doesn't have anything like a misaligned head from bad quality control anything should do fine, it's more-so the blades that count.
Can I wet shave my dick and balls? With an insanely sharp razor?
[QUOTE=loopoo;37049836]Can I wet shave my dick and balls? With an insanely sharp razor?[/QUOTE]
Only if you want to castrate yourself.
[QUOTE=Gustafa;37049876]Only if you want to castrate yourself.[/QUOTE]
But nothing beats the feeling of having silky smooth balls. I usually shine mine afterwards with a bowling ball shiner. Just pop em in that sack and shine away. Sparkles like a motherfucker. I can even reflect sunlight off onto the walls, like you can do with watches.
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