Hi,
Been lurking here a bit to get set up for my new straight razor. I think today was what I would consider to be my first "successful" shave. I now need to focus on improving technique rather than discovering it. They key was a proper shaving soap. I went with Tabac. Now that I have a base to work with, once I get my technique where I want it, I will start experimenting with other soaps (and other equipment).
However, today, I am here in the safety razor forum, because I don't really see myself traveling with the straight razor. I expect that I shall leave it at home.
As far as traveling goes, I look at shaving then more like I did in the military. It doesn't need to be an experience; it just needs to get done.
So I am looking at having a DE razor for travel.
The only thing I have decided on is a case.
I am looking for:
Please let me know your ideas, and thanx in advance for any suggestions.
Been lurking here a bit to get set up for my new straight razor. I think today was what I would consider to be my first "successful" shave. I now need to focus on improving technique rather than discovering it. They key was a proper shaving soap. I went with Tabac. Now that I have a base to work with, once I get my technique where I want it, I will start experimenting with other soaps (and other equipment).
However, today, I am here in the safety razor forum, because I don't really see myself traveling with the straight razor. I expect that I shall leave it at home.
As far as traveling goes, I look at shaving then more like I did in the military. It doesn't need to be an experience; it just needs to get done.
So I am looking at having a DE razor for travel.
The only thing I have decided on is a case.
I am looking for:
- Travel razor recommendations. Based on my case choice and compactness, it seems I should be going with a 3-piece vs. a 2-piece razor.
- Recommended blades to go with it.
- Recommended shaving/soap cream and brush vs. applying it by hand. Whatever is best for travel. I am also open to just going with shave oil, if anyone recommends something like that. More willing to jump to experimentation here. Since I am not looking for the perfect shave, "room for error" is an acceptable standard.
Please let me know your ideas, and thanx in advance for any suggestions.