New to SE shaving

[KCJerryD]

I bought a Gem 1912 a couple of weeks ago on the big auction site and picked up a package of razors at CVS to give it a whirl. Having grown up using the cartridge and disposables, the first shave was a little intimidating. Had a 3 day growth going for the first run and managed to not mangle my face. I shaved WTG and came back for ATG with my standard weapon of choice (Bic disposable). Not too bad. Waited a week and gave it another try with only a day's growth. 2 passes later, not bad, about as close as normal. 3rd try this morning before work. 2 days of growth, 2 passes - WTG & ATG. Pretty decent shave. I always seem to have a spot or two that would be a little closer and today was no different.

I am really taking my time while shaving especially around my nose. Can't quite figure out the best technique to get up to the base of my nose above my lip.

I am planning to keep using it for my daily razor for a while and see if I can improve my technique some. Overall, I'm pleased with the results so far.

Any advice or tips?

Thanks!
Jerry

 

[BigFoot]

This is hard to explain but try pulling your upper lip down across your teeth, it stretches the skin and makes it easier to get under the nose. I have a stash but I still shave just under my nostrils. That works well for me with a 1912.

 

[Galhatz]

I just do an across the grain pass under the nose, the corner of the razor can reach prettier much any point there.

 

[Badgerfat]

I just do an across the grain pass under the nose, the corner of the razor can reach prettier much any point there.

+1 I go E2W then W2E on my 2nd pass. I use mine daily, and while not always BBS, I do get DFS's. (Just a side note, even my best days with ANY razor, I couldn't always get BBS)

 

[InfernoOrangeSS]

I do a modified slant down on each side of my nose and a slant up when I am going S-N. just under the nose is a difficult area, but if you just modify your routine to get that area you should be ok.

 

[beisler]

I just do an across the grain pass under the nose, the corner of the razor can reach prettier much any point there.

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