Newbie checking in

[fwp3]

Hi all,

I'm a newbie checking in. I've been lurking around B&B for a couple months now soaking up all of your knowledge and I finally decided to join. I've been been shaving with a DE for a few months now and I think I'm finally getting the hang of it. I just started shaving with a straight last week and it's been tough so far. I know it takes a lot of practice though. I'm looking forward to all of your tips and pointers.

Thanks,
Frank

 

[M14Shooter]

I am a newbie as well.I just started using a straight a few weeks ago.I would recommend starting slow.Just do the side of your face and finish up with the DE.Learn your face and how to keep a proper angle on the Blade.Once you get comfortable with the blade and your face branch out to different areas on your face.I watched a bunch of youtube videos on how to straight shave.It seem to help me.I like to take to time to use a pre-shave oil or cream and a few hot towels .The beard prep seems to help me get a closer shave.Make sure you are using a razor that is shave ready .Using a dull razor is an unpleasnt experience .Good luck learning this skill.I am taking it slow and have a great time learning.

 

[OneShaveAttaTime]

Thanks for joining the crew Frank! This is a great place full of a lot of knowledge!

Welcome to you as well M14Shooter

 

[celestino]

Welcome to the forum, Frank!

 

[xxvaleria]

Welcome to the club, Frank. Glad to have you aboard.

 

[mretzloff]

Welcome to Badger & Blade!

 

[mkiraly]

Welcome aboard Frank, great to have you here, enjoy!

 

[BSAGuy]

Hello and welcome to B&B, Frank. This is a great forum full of friendly, helpful shavers. You'll learn a lot here.

Wander on over to the Hall of Fame and tell us more about yourself.

 

[TheMonk]

Welcome to B&B, Frank!

 

[fwp3]

Thanks M14Shooter. Yes, I agree. I've been taking it slow too. Just starting with my cheek on dominant hand side and branching out. I will check youtube for some videos, that seems like a good way to learn. Good luck learning SR shaving and let me know if you have any break thoughs.

Thanks,
Frank

I am a newbie as well.I just started using a straight a few weeks ago.I would recommend starting slow.Just do the side of your face and finish up with the DE.Learn your face and how to keep a proper angle on the Blade.Once you get comfortable with the blade and your face branch out to different areas on your face.I watched a bunch of youtube videos on how to straight shave.It seem to help me.I like to take to time to use a pre-shave oil or cream and a few hot towels .The beard prep seems to help me get a closer shave.Make sure you are using a razor that is shave ready .Using a dull razor is an unpleasnt experience .Good luck learning this skill.I am taking it slow and have a great time learning.

 

[Armiger]

Welcome to the brotherhood! Lather on and enjoy the forum.

 

[Usascot]

Welcome from Arizona !

 

[techblade01]

Welcome to Badger & Blade. Great to have you here. Be sure to join us in the Annual "Saint" Sue Moore Auction. All proceeds go to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Here's the link http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/422513-Get-ready-for-the-Saint-Sue-Moore-Auction.

 

[KangarueTheDay]

Welcome to B&B!

 

[witeq]

Welcome to the club,Frank!

 

[PMT]

Welcome!

 

[scorpionking]

Welcome to the B & B forum Frank! Lots of shavers here with years of experience they are willing to share. I know you will enjoy the free exchange of information!

 

[cantujm]

Welcome Frank!

 

[alex2363]

Hi all,

I'm a newbie checking in. I've been lurking around B&B for a couple months now soaking up all of your knowledge and I finally decided to join. I've been been shaving with a DE for a few months now and I think I'm finally getting the hang of it. I just started shaving with a straight last week and it's been tough so far. I know it takes a lot of practice though. I'm looking forward to all of your tips and pointers.

Thanks,
Frank

Frank, what kind of pointers would help you out?