Why RAD is not a Disorder

[Steve08]

As I'm watching Monday Night Football having a little nip o' brandy before bed I thought I'd share my fairly recent realization as to why RAD is not a disorder, but is in fact a necessary condition for the DE shaver.

Having been unemployed for the last 1.5 years, my need to shave on a regular basis was not a requirement. Now that I am employed once again, the ruggedly handsome look (or mountain man look, take your pick) isn't readily accepted in the office environment. Being an individual that needs to shave about every 2 days, using my favorite razors that frequently is not an option.

You see, I like to use a 1920's Bulldog and a Tuckaway razor which tend to be a bit aggressive and using them every other day would be a bit rough on my skin. So what is a man to do? Fairly recently I purchased a Gillette Gold Tech from the mid to late 40's and what a non-aggressive shave I experienced! A razor I could use ever other day to maintain a clean shave without irritating my skin! If it wasn't for my desire to acquire razors I would not have found the combination of razors that work best for my shaving experiences and meet my shaving needs. So you see, RAD is not a condition to fear, but a necessary condition for the search to meeting ones shaving needs.

Here is to your search,
Steve

 

[mbrossar]

Why does this strike me as a massive rationalization?

 

[Copierguy]

Why does this strike me as a massive rationalization?

Because you have not had your "little nip o' brandy".

 

[jansob]

My rationalization is that buying razors is cheaper than bicycles or telescopes, neither of which I can afford right now as a new parent.

 

[Hank21]

Denial ain't just a river in Egypt

 

[DFrancis]

yes it is, that's what the D stand for... shame on you for trying to trick me.

 

[BBrad]

I have to agree with Steve (OP) on this one. It is not a disorder, but rather a syndrome. Merriam-Webster defines "syndrome" as:

1: a group of signs and symptoms that occur together and characterize a particular condition

2: a set of concurrent things (as emotions or actions) that usually form an identifiable pattern​

Disorder implies that something is wrong or "out of order." Nothing wrong with wanting a clean-shaven face. In fact, wanting a shave, buying a razor and/or supplies, and then using them seems to be a most logical order of progression.

No disorder there!!

(And no, I haven't had any brandy, bourbon, or other adult beverage . . . it's only 8:25 AM as I write this!!)

Congrats to the OP for finding a razor that he can use as often as he needs without irritation! I represent the other side of the equation . . . I can (and often do) shave twice a day with no irritation. I get to have twice as much fun that way!

 

[Slivovitz]

My rationalization is that there is nothing abnormal about collecting objects one likes. I reached my limit on wristwatches a while back with about twenty. Now I've got 100+ razors, which seems to be my limit for that. It's a "for use" collection, but in practice, there are some that will probably never be used again. I'm just starting to PIF and sell some of the extras, but there are some that I'm keeping even though I don't plan to shave with them again.

 

[Drybonz]

I say if it makes you happy roll with it... just make sure you can pay your bills.

 

[fisherbln]

This is exactly how I rationalize my RBAD and RAD. Now, once I find the right combination, I should sell the others off if this were true. Not likely to happen with the majority of my collection.

 

[Copierguy]

100+ razors is a bad RAD. I am not sure what void you are trying to fill, but good luck in your journey.

The void he is filling is called a display case.

Welcome to B&B.

 

[moontroll]

Sorry, but this does little to justify or explain my obsession. I have one type of razor that gives a great shave with one particular blade and one particular cream - every day. But my knowledge of this does little to prevent me from amassing other razors, blades (in ridiculous quantities), soaps, etc...

Still seeking the answer.

 

[mark_mw]

I've worked over twenty years in the inspection of metal and plastic components, and have a great appreciation of mass-produced items, knowing well all the processes that are required to bring them to the marketplace....razors are hard to beat as a collectable, owing to their great variety, price range, and compact size.

There is always one more over the hill to long for