2nd Shave In - Some Thoughts

[Mike Thompson]

Well I've done two shaves with the Merkur and while I feel like I'm still getting used to the metal razor, I know that it will be much better than the cheap plastic ones I've been using. There are still spots that get missed, but i haven't cut up my face with the blade (which is nice).

I'm still working on getting the angle of the blade right, but I guess that is technique that comes with time.

I'm still using cheap can foam while I wait for my brush and proraso to come in the mail, so I'm sure that will make a big difference.

All in all, still riding that learning curve, but getting there.

 

[AZBronco]

Congrats! Sounds like a better start than I had when I switched a few years ago. My first several shaves were weeper city. You’ll be getting BBS shaves in no time!

 

[Chef455]

There is a learning curve but it isn't super steep. Shaves will definitely get better. Good job not drawing blood. I got myself pretty good my 1st shave. Hang in there and enjoy!

 

[BigJ]

Congratulations on your progress!!

Focus on technique and you will continue to improve!! Soon you will have the shaves you want!!

 

[ackvil]

Keep at it. With practice and patience it will all come together.

 

[Mike Thompson]

Maybe it is a bit easier to learn as I wasn't using an electric razor? Now that I've jinxed it the next shave will probably be awful!

 

[cryhavoc]

Progress is always good, it will come together for you with repetition

 

[samhain666]

Give it some time it will get better no worries!

And good thinking to get a good razor, I got myself plastic Wilkinson for first shave and tore my face up

 

[Mike Thompson]

All set for try #3

 

[Emthor]

All set for try #3

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Remember to take your time with lathering, it will pay off in the end.
Happy shaving, and welcome

 

[Invicta]

Welcome to B&B.

All set for try #3

Take your time and build on good technique. Maintaining correct blade angle is important.

 

[dmshaver]

It's great you're doing so well after just a couple of shaves, congrats! Technique is most important. Focus on angle, & focus on not applying pressure. You'll start getting those tough to get areas in time. Check out some of the Wiki pages on technique & lathering. This is a great pastime for something that we have to do. So might as well enjoy it!

 

[ajkel64]

Keep it up. It will all eventually fall into place and it will be a wonderful feeling. Practice makes perfect and it will take some time.

 

[ThePatrician]

Congrats on a bloodless #2, and good luck on #3! Take your time, don't rush, and it will come together like Voltron!