****OFFICIAL**** TRADITIONAL WETSHAVING THREAD - Part 2

[donprincekaveli]

I haven't tried the Lime, but I like the Grapefruit.

Jermyn St. is a great scent too, probably my favorite.

I love the grapefruit... I am thinking about going back. A few months ago I won like 12 different soaps from a pif on badger and blade. I honestly do not really like soap. My shaves have no been the same and I cannot get them as thick either.

Apparently Coconut is supposed to be the bomb-diggity as well. I am actually going to be trying Dreadnought Shaving cream tonight, so we'll see how that goes..

[2Rude4MyOwnGood]

I have the coconut too. It's ok. I was hoping for a stronger, more natural, coconut scent though. It smells kinda artificial. Performs just the same as other TOBS creams.

[BloodBaneZXY]

Do you guys ever buy the cream in a tube and just squeeze it on a brush? I usually face-lather if it makes a difference.

[2Rude4MyOwnGood]

Do you guys ever buy the cream in a tube and just squeeze it on a brush? I usually face-lather if it makes a difference.

Yea sometimes. Doesn't really make a big difference since it's the same product, just a different container.

If I'm using cream from a tube I put some on the brush, rub it in with my finger, then lather.

[BloodBaneZXY]

Yea sometimes. Doesn't really make a big difference since it's the same product, just a different container.

If I'm using cream from a tube I put some on the brush, rub it in with my finger, then lather.

Yea might pick up a tube. Going to Asia for a month and this would be pretty portable.

Making an order from west coast shaving, what other blades should I try? Trying crystal and ordering more Astras. So my rotation is just Astra, Feather, Crystals

(I didn't like Derby)

[SDOptimist]

Do you guys ever buy the cream in a tube and just squeeze it on a brush? I usually face-lather if it makes a difference.

My proraso is squeeze tube. I put some on my brush like toothepast and then lather the face.

[alex2363]

Do you guys ever buy the cream in a tube and just squeeze it on a brush? I usually face-lather if it makes a difference.

I face lather, saves time.

[Parisii]

Hi all,
I like having a small 3 days beard so I use an electric razor, but God willing, I'll be in the military next september, and I'll have to shave daily.
Which would be better between a straight razor and a double-edge razor ? Any tips on shaving sets to buy ?
Thanks in advance brahs.

[tmartin89]

Hi all,
I like having a small 3 days beard so I use an electric razor, but God willing, I'll be in the military next september, and I'll have to shave daily.
Which would be better between a straight razor and a double-edge razor ? Any tips on shaving sets to buy ?
Thanks in advance brahs.

It's really what you prefer. If you go with a double edge you can pick up a sampler of blade from amazon or west coast shaving to find out what blades you prefer. With regards to a razor, really depends. I have a nice little collection I've picked up of vintage razors. From what I've heard, the merkur 34c is a good beginner razor.

[jwtiger69]

Hi all,
I like having a small 3 days beard so I use an electric razor, but God willing, I'll be in the military next september, and I'll have to shave daily.
Which would be better between a straight razor and a double-edge razor ? Any tips on shaving sets to buy ?
Thanks in advance brahs.

If you are short on time in the morning then I would stay away from a straight. It does take a lot more work and time to use. Before I even shave to go basically 50 passes on my strop and then I shower and make my lather. With a DE all you do is shower and make your lather. That is a huge difference in time... Just my 2 cents

[Parisii]

It's really what you prefer. If you go with a double edge you can pick up a sampler of blade from amazon or west coast shaving to find out what blades you prefer. With regards to a razor, really depends. I have a nice little collection I've picked up of vintage razors. From what I've heard, the merkur 34c is a good beginner razor.

Thank you for the advice, I'll loop up the Merkur 34c.

If you are short on time in the morning then I would stay away from a straight. It does take a lot more work and time to use. Before I even shave to go basically 50 passes on my strop and then I shower and make my lather. With a DE all you do is shower and make your lather. That is a huge difference in time... Just my 2 cents

Ok so I'll take a DE, thank you !

[jwtiger69]

Ok so I'll take a DE, thank you !

I am not saying that you shouldn't look towards a straight. I have 3 of them and love it. I will never go back. It is just a much harder learning curve and will cost you a lot more to get started. At some point you will have to rehone them and will need to decide it you want to it yourself (that means buying multiple sharpening stones) or paying some one else to do it.

[BloodBaneZXY]

When I'm using my EJ89, I often get a lot of hair clogged inside between the blade and the razor, and I have to unscrew the top a bit so I can rinse the hair out. Growth was only a few days too. Happen to other people as well?

[Jibrail]

When I'm using my EJ89, I often get a lot of hair clogged inside between the blade and the razor, and I have to unscrew the top a bit so I can rinse the hair out. Growth was only a few days too. Happen to other people as well?

yes it happens to me a lot and I hate it.

Usually, it's because the lather is too dry. You can try to add more water to build the lather and use hotter water in the sink to rinse the razor during your shave.

The downsides are that I like to face lather. So for the last pass, the lather can become too thin. Also, I try to avoid using very hot water on my face so that my skin doesn't dry out. Cold shaving can also easily result in clogging.

[BloodBaneZXY]

yes it happens to me a lot and I hate it.

Usually, it's because the lather is too dry. You can try to add more water to build the lather and use hotter water in the sink to rinse the razor during your shave.

The downsides are that I like to face lather. So for the last pass, the lather can become too thin. Also, I try to avoid using very hot water on my face so that my skin doesn't dry out. Cold shaving can also easily result in clogging.

Think this would happen with all razors?

[Jibrail]

No it really depends on the design of the head. For example, it doesn't happen with my R41 open comb

[2Rude4MyOwnGood]

Never had that issue with any of my TTO Gillettes. Quick rinse after a few strokes cleans them out just fine.

Happened a bit with my DE89, hated that thing anyway.

Also, pre shave oils will often clog up the razor head no matter what razor you're using.

[jooel67]

Brahs I want to buy a DE for a bit of a quicker shave every now and then when I don't have time for my straight.

Someone reccomend me a decent mid ranged razor. ~$50 I am looking at spending.

Also, never shaved with DE, only straight. Any major differences?

[2Rude4MyOwnGood]

Brahs I want to buy a DE for a bit of a quicker shave every now and then when I don't have time for my straight.

Someone reccomend me a decent mid ranged razor. ~$50 I am looking at spending.

Also, never shaved with DE, only straight. Any major differences?

I use vintage Gillettes, which you can find on EBay. For a new razor I'd suggest something from Parker, mainly because I like TTO (twist to open) razors and they make a handful of them. You can get one for around $30 too.

[jooel67]

Also, can anyone describe this numbering system for DEs. 71r 91r 41c. What is this system and how does it work?

[d16daily]

Picked up a fog-free mirror off Amazon and started shaving in the shower recently, it's been great. I save some time and my tough beard gets a better prep in the shower than after.

Gillette slim adjustable
feather blade
simpson weescott
proraso cream
nivea as or witchhazel + clubman

[Mr.PissShivers]

Brahs I want to buy a DE for a bit of a quicker shave every now and then when I don't have time for my straight.

Someone reccomend me a decent mid ranged razor. ~$50 I am looking at spending.

Also, never shaved with DE, only straight. Any major differences?

In4 answers, looking to buy one too.

[Magnumtripod]

In4 answers, looking to buy one too.

Im am honored Mr. PissShivers has graced this thread with his presence. I've always loved that name lol. Srs

Anyway, I've got several DE's (all gillettes) for sale. I'll post pics later

[Mr.PissShivers]

^^^lol, thanks^^^

also, how many shave can you get before you have to change the blade?

[Jibrail]

really depends on the blade and your beard. I'd say 4 is a good average.

[Mr.PissShivers]

really depends on the blade and your beard. I'd say 4 is a good average.

Thanks, I'm reading that Feather razor blades are highly rated.

[Jibrail]

There is no sharper blade than a Feather, but they are also not forgiving. I really like Feather and Astra blades. Astra blades are not as sharp but much more forgiving and very cheap.
In the end, you have to choose the right blade for your beard and razor. So there is no way around trying different blades. Try going for sharper blades if you have thick stubble.

Check out this link:
Choosing the right blade

[tmartin89]

Still struggling to get a good lather, definitely not getting enough protection. I used VDH soap and I feel like I'd be better of just getting the brush wet, whip it around in the soap and apply it to the face and go without adding water. Even if I add a little water it just gets too thin and I get no protection. Thoughts?

Also, I had my best shave with a shaving factory razor and lord super chrome blade the other night. I used a flare tip with a Astra SP and it was awful. So much irritation and not very close. Still to try my adjustable I have.

[BloodBaneZXY]

Do you guys wash your faces between passes? Or just re-apply lather and go?

[BloodBaneZXY]

Picked up a fog-free mirror off Amazon and started shaving in the shower recently, it's been great. I save some time and my tough beard gets a better prep in the shower than after.

Gillette slim adjustable
feather blade
simpson weescott
proraso cream
nivea as or witchhazel + clubman

Hrmm, I've considered this, but sometimes fog-free mirrors aren't that visible, so you can't see any missed hairs or patches..are you finding this?

Also, what do you do at the end of the shave when you want to rinse with cold water and close up the pores & rub the alum block?