@goatkiller68 "the fool's pass" is the name of the pass where you go against the grain with the blade moving IP towards the nose. I wish I could go ATG on my lip, I just get ingrown hairs.
You aren't suppose to go in circles using the brush..you are suppose to put the soap on like paint in a down stroke. Reason is, your brush will last much longer
No your supposed to apply with circles becouse it help remove any bumps and dead skin from your face. It also helps lift the whiskers up into position to be cut without having to scrape your skin. You should only need to use brush strokes once you have finished applying the soap to your face.
I just bought a Feather "Artist Club" RG Razor on Saturday, but did not receive it yet. I was excited to see someone shaving with a feather on video and excited that you didn't cut yourself. I keep hearing horror stories of how sharp these razors are. They don't look all that hard to use to me now that I watched this video. Thanks for the video.
@traderjoes I've shaved with it 5 times. I got pro guard blades and they prevent most cuts. You need to be really light handed with it, really takes no pressure even after 5 shaves on the same blade. Also make sure you never go from side to side. I usually cut myself accidently going sideways, but the cuts arent bad enough that they bleed a lot. Get a good brush and a good cream or soap. Try trumpers cream or mama bears or gentlemans quarter soaps. I can personally vouch for these items.
All these videos of shaving on youtube are great but there is one thing. ALL the guys who are shaving have no facial hair what so ever. We need to see a shave with a 4 or 5 day growth, not 17 year old peach fuzz or an asian guy with 4 hairs on his face using a $500 razor.
it's a gentlemens artform, that is dying, I personally enjoyed watching this, and it was useful as I might be buying one of the japanese razors. sometimes I like to let my facial hair grow, and simply don't bother with shaving etc, also I might like the variety .Also, I never claim to be a gentleman, lol. But, if you have asteady job, or like certain daily rituals, I think the art of shaving is highly recommendable.These days people just don't give themselves enough times for things like these
I think this guy is pretty good with the razor, but I have some doubts about how sharp it is. At 5:20 he bumps on the chin toward the lower lip and nothing happens! If I did the same I would be bleeding like the guy in Reservoir Dogs!!
kantelier - you are comparing two different things. If you are pushed for time, a cartridge razor is the thing for you, although razor burn and ingrown hairs can be a problem. If you have the time and want to make facial hair removal a pleasure, then straight razors, cream, brushes etc some folk enjoy. Given that your post was in such poor english, would suggest that you are time poor and therefore a cartridge razor is for you. Or are you a brit?
I have a couple questions. Can you shave with a straight edge with gillete shaving cream?and I just ordered a straight razor, the kind with the disposible blades LOL how are they for shaving? Thanks
@sz42781 im guessing its a wilkinson sword. correct? i find that they are not very good at shaving. they work great for haircuts. but i tried shaving with one and the blades only seem to last half my face before they get grabby.
but seeing as this post is 2 months old you should have your own opinions about it. i'd like to hear them.
It says the shaving factory on it, and the blades are "derby" I set it up with half the blade exposed and I can make perfectly manicured beards. I recently tried useing the full blade. I shaved half my face, it got real close, when I got to my chin witch is od shaped an rough I cut my self so bad I couldent go out. Thank god! I dident make it to my neck. Thesy say start on balloons.
@sz42781 ouch yea here's to hoping that never happens again. but yea i bought a Wapieneca wapi yesterday. just waiting on it now. the only thing that im worried about is keeping the razor sharp. i bought a strop also so as long as i can strop properly i should be good.
@zomgz932 The razor I have has little disposable razors that you insert. There sharp little things and cut real well. You dont need a strope for this LOL.
@sz42781 yea i know. i kinda find that cheating a bit though part of the fun of strait razors is the matinence. once you can get a strait razor shaving sharp then you can pass those techniques down to your other blades. (given your a knife nut)
@zomgz932 I hear yah. Yeh I got it as a stepping stone. It costs 30 bux for 300 razords and the handle. I can expose 1/2 the blade for touch up and make my beard look real sharp. like it was drawn on with a pencil.
dont listen2 brits there retarded "use a straight razor for a close shave. the only fucking reason why its close is because you shave with it 10 fucking time in different directions get rid of the shit razor and buy a modern razor where you dont shave10 times for a close shave
If you don't care to invest time into getting a good shave and enjoy paying too much for canned goo and cartridges that's fine, enjoy your crappy shaves and nobody is gonna take the piss out of you for it.
People who would rather pay less for a better shave would expect the same respect.
hey, i have been thinking of making the switch to the strait blade, thinking of using a dissposable one, feather makes such a blade, think it is a good choice?
Feather straights are expensive and they wont accept a standard double edged blade. Go for the Dovo stainless steel shavette, much better razor, have one myself they are awesome
feather straights are really expensive but try to see if someone in your area has one and try it, with a decent cream it simply glides and cuts hair nicely. Im not saying you are wrong they are insanely costly but try getting one in ebay or the straightrazorplace clasifieds, you won't regret it
YES! Let me tell you something, the difference between RG and DX feather razors are the metal (stainless steel gives better balance than brass) color and material (RG is a plastic polymer while DX can sport wood or polymer)
They are really costly but you ain't gonna regret it, your shaves will go from chore to pleasure.
i store my soap in a bowl, have a cup for lather building, and a brush stand for my brush. I have a folding razor, and I place it by the tang leaning on the brush stand. pretty neat little group. I could even put my soap bowl on top of my cup.
The difference doesn't really lie with the brush than with the shaving soap/cream.
Using ''natural'' soap is much less irritating for the skin instead of the chemical foam creating a ''fake'' lubricant on the skin. The brush is used to massage the face and ''foam'' the soap, giving a MUCH smoother shave.
Think of an electric razor as sand paper and traditional shaving as ''baby-skin-approved smooth''.
He's doing beard reduction passes. First with the grain, then across the grain, then against the grain. It gives you a much closer shave with much less irritation.
If you're interested in learning how to wet shave properly, visit Badger & Blade forums. They have a newbie forum that'll get you started. I went to a double edged safety razor after many years of using an electric. I'll never go back.
I always wanted to get a straight razor a quality french german or jap one, it is truly a gentlemans shave, anyway, by the way as previously posted alittle more sidburn and you would look more GQ, take care brother
People who shave with straight razors or safety razors spend more time and attention shaving because they want a good, close shave.
It isn't because using a single hand sharpened blade to cut whiskers does less than 5 machined blades in series.
A single pass with a straight razor is at least as close as a single pass with a 5-bladed cartridge razor. In fact, it is far superior. The 3 pass shave represents a commitment to excellence in shaving. A commitment to a babys butt shave.
The Feather razor is the most dangerous shaving blade on earth. One slip and you're done. Even hard core traditional shaving enthusiasts are afraid of the infamous Feather. It's made by the same people who make surgical instruments and from a region where people make world renowned swords. If you think this is easy, try again. He made a very hard and dangerous task look quite easy. He deserves props. But don't try this unless you are willing to risk half your face falling on the floor.
I agree. A Shavette with a Feather blade is the ultimative skill test for a straight razor shaver: you need a very light touch, extremely precise strokes, lots of attention, and definitely more whiskers than the shaver of this video. I first managed to get a blood-free shave with that combination after a good dozen of shaves (and a whole year of practise with real razors before), and only with two passes (with the third I would probably overshave). DEEP RESPECT FOR THIS BLOKE!!
There are a sharper things out there than Feather blades, you just need to get a real straight razor. But agreed, the Feathers are very easy to cut yourself with since they are as unforgiving as it probably gets, so respect for this shaver is well placed! :)
i really really really want to but a merkur shaver the single blade one and im just about to start shaving im 16 i use an electric shaver but my dad was right the single blade one is all i need
I bet this guy wins at everything in life. He has ninja-smooth skin. After he finishes shaving he probably dons a black suit and slings a katana over his back and goes to work.
I see the soap cake and I've got a better idea: try Tom's of Maine Natural Conditioning Shave Cream. Your not resurrecting suds from a solid state, but coaxing them from a cream. You place it in the basin with the warm water for your face wash and let it soften a bit. Just a dab in your dad's old coffee mug and then go to town. You've got to work it a bit to get the fatty bits to break down, but is it ever worth it. I'm here to tell you. Enough for you and your girl. Mint and Calendula
I've used this razor before with a professional blade and it was a bloodbath every time. Oddly enough, the pro super blades don't give me any trouble.
The most worthwhile music is seemingly the less apprichiated. A paradox that has never sat comfortably in my mind, the same goes for shaving. The straight is just natural and so obviously right once you tried it out, in comparison with the boring nonsensual disposible crap.
all personal choice really. i prefer throat cuts due to the folding handle. it fits neatly between the ring finger and pinkie, and gives a nice secure feeling. then again, i use both, and i kinda alternate back and forth. try both, and see which one's for you
Is the only difference in technique (between shaving with a non-folding razor and a folding one) that you have the folding one partially folded while shaving? That is how I have seen all the other youtubers do it, at least.
Cool video man, really relaxing with that song... I just downloaded it! By the way, ignore all those haters, it's just like you said, shaving's kind of a dying art. I have a DE and I enjoy shaving with it, and I too do three passes. I figure I can take 10 minutes of my life and just relax and shave. Great video, great song, great technique (despite what others have said, because everyone has their own unique technique I think)!
well he is right about a few things, but only in a general sense. making such long strokes is usually not a good idea for most people. and the other thing he was right about is, heh, I don't see any whiskers on that guy's face either...looked smooth as a baby's butt before hand.
Anyway he was quite wrong about his lathering technique. Lathering on your face is a perfectly viable AND oft-preferred way of creating a lather. It certainly massages the lather in a lot better.
Creating a lather on your face like that will actually soften your beard a lot more than using a bowl technique. Also, that razor is just fine. I love the look of it.
And it seems to me he DOES have a block of shaving soap and a brush...so the only point he has is that he should be using a folding razor? Pff...lame.
I suppose it is a personal choice... The lathering might feel more refreshing, the lather might get a bit thicker, and you don't have to practice until you get the right amount of water... Nevertheless, the bowl technique has two big advantages: the lather won't dry in your brush between the passes, and if you have kept your brush in very hot water (inside the bowl) your lather will be warm, what makes the brushing very nice, and might open the pores a bit more.
i am proprietor of edward and parnell barber shoppe, i recieved on of these straights as a birthday gift. i was amazed by the quality and ease of use. i cant imagine using anything else. certainly a fine tool indeed. for someone who does straight razor face shaves all day, everyday, i highly recommend this.
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well, it took you 9 minutes to shave with that straight razor.. I don't think its better than my mach3 I mean a get a clean shave in like halfe the time so.. why would you use it? it doesnt look either
it seems to me that it took him ~3:40 to shave. and then he did the second and third pass. You do three passes with your mach3 in 4 mins? I found that mach/safety doesn't do anything on second/third pass but irritate me... as for "how it looks" I don't think that this is "optimal" light to see the quality... but you can do it just as a ritual... to focus and relax?
i shave every other day, but i have a goatee so i only have to shave a little and it's funny i attract more women when i have my goatee compared to when i dont. but most of the women are more mature then the one my friends pick up so guess its a trade off.
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um no not really, i just wasn't stupid shaving. My dad told me when I was 19 not to shave. Hes 63 never shaved. If you shave you will make your hair grow even more and a lot quicker. Plus for some its looks ugly and ruff makes you look old. So I was the smart man not to fucking touch one. Im black and most black guys don't shave we just stay sexy.
nice vid i only shave my mustache i have no facial hair anywhere else on my face. I'm 28 never shaved my face, wake up everyday not to ever worry about it and i have a sexy hairline. my life kicks ass losers!!!
Make sure you have a real steep angle on that blade, hold the blade flat on your face and slightly raise the spine. The idea is for the blade to glide across the skin and not scrap across. Too wide of an angle leads to scraping and that gives razor burn. Make sure the lather is thick like rustyblade has it. The lather is about 50% of the shave and is the only thing between your face and the razor blade.
How much time do you spend on your hobbies? When you shave with traditional methods that's what it becomes, a hobby to be enjoyed and not a chore to be endured.
this was the first straight razor shaving video I'd watched years before. Still warm, still nice to watch. Thank you.
sarelle500gr 2 months ago
how hard is it to keep this kind of a razor sharp
paulroland82 5 months ago
have you ever cut yourself on the face with that razor?
cadnyc 9 months ago
if i used a cut throat it'd probably look like a scene from Saw afterwards.
BurnMyEyes0107 10 months ago
*ahem* That's not a proper lather...
hcoll 11 months ago
how wet is that brush when you started loading
waefct 11 months ago
5:12, the Fool's Pass!
shavefan12 1 year ago
@shavefan12 How is it the fool's pass? Some people dont have the irritation on their mustache area. I can do an against grain pass on my mustache
goatkiller68 11 months ago
@goatkiller68 "the fool's pass" is the name of the pass where you go against the grain with the blade moving IP towards the nose. I wish I could go ATG on my lip, I just get ingrown hairs.
shavefan12 11 months ago
@shavefan12 hehe nicely spotted.
PizzaCakeSteak 5 months ago
nicest shave i have seen so far!
cstrikeplaya 1 year ago
Ahh geez. A couple of times I thought you were going to cut yourself. I want to start using a straight razor as well but I'm too bloody scared.
ea1k1 1 year ago
For some mysterious reason that I can`t explain I find this relaxing to drift along with & watch : )
kcirdrab 1 year ago
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kcirdrab 1 year ago
lol, you gotta be able to grow a little somethin before you can shave a little somethin off ;P
ppl00125 1 year ago
shaving shaving shaving shaving shaving shaving shaving ... THAT NIGHT IN TORON'OOOOOOOO!
JODQ11 1 year ago
fantastic shave !! are you a barber ?
ageofpoo 1 year ago 3
You aren't suppose to go in circles using the brush..you are suppose to put the soap on like paint in a down stroke. Reason is, your brush will last much longer
Greenmarine6 1 year ago
@Greenmarine6 Check out any videos Mantic59 and yes you do use a combination of circular and paintbrush strokes
CANDigB 1 year ago
@Greenmarine6
No your supposed to apply with circles becouse it help remove any bumps and dead skin from your face. It also helps lift the whiskers up into position to be cut without having to scrape your skin. You should only need to use brush strokes once you have finished applying the soap to your face.
freaky2uk 1 year ago
this guy looks like Ben savage, boy meets world.
floeticdeath 1 year ago
Great song
gbreisacher 1 year ago
very helpful thanks
jessejessejesse0 1 year ago
Cool vid. I started using straight razor this week and he make's it look so easy.... but it isn't. Nice technique. Thanks.
broadmeadow26871 1 year ago
hees shaving to show you peepol how to do it
nicwallaceqawsed 1 year ago
@Vrizla
you must know nothing about shaving
WorldWarIIFrEaK 1 year ago
you face look sore / red. gillette fusion?
itfben 1 year ago
Nice job. You are steady and confident.
The women in the room want to see you topless.
goshensquash 1 year ago
internet=Win
electronicchronic 1 year ago
you have no type of facial hair rite now. why are you even shaving??
phillyswagg787 1 year ago
aka the weeaboo's shave
DarconAdonis 1 year ago
I just bought a Feather "Artist Club" RG Razor on Saturday, but did not receive it yet. I was excited to see someone shaving with a feather on video and excited that you didn't cut yourself. I keep hearing horror stories of how sharp these razors are. They don't look all that hard to use to me now that I watched this video. Thanks for the video.
legatoistheman 1 year ago
@legatoistheman
I just ordered the same one yesterday and am awaiting it to be delivered. Has yours come yet and have you tried it? Is it good? Any cuts? Thanks
traderjoes 1 year ago
@traderjoes I've shaved with it 5 times. I got pro guard blades and they prevent most cuts. You need to be really light handed with it, really takes no pressure even after 5 shaves on the same blade. Also make sure you never go from side to side. I usually cut myself accidently going sideways, but the cuts arent bad enough that they bleed a lot. Get a good brush and a good cream or soap. Try trumpers cream or mama bears or gentlemans quarter soaps. I can personally vouch for these items.
legatoistheman 1 year ago
which is better...a razor or an electric shaver???
Dahnn666 1 year ago
All these videos of shaving on youtube are great but there is one thing. ALL the guys who are shaving have no facial hair what so ever. We need to see a shave with a 4 or 5 day growth, not 17 year old peach fuzz or an asian guy with 4 hairs on his face using a $500 razor.
rick136nyc 1 year ago 3
@rick136nyc Stubble is hard to see on camera, and especially so if the person has light-colored hair.
DavidPx 1 year ago
that cut at 5:12 is a risky move! i never go upwards when doing that part!
TomRAFC 1 year ago
TA DAA! And he lands the feathers double pass with a fools pass and low lather. Nice job.
oldarney 1 year ago
Where did you get that mug, it's kind of unique.
xafrost 2 years ago
I put bumble bees in a cup and run it over my face
hate420breed 2 years ago 5
it's a gentlemens artform, that is dying, I personally enjoyed watching this, and it was useful as I might be buying one of the japanese razors. sometimes I like to let my facial hair grow, and simply don't bother with shaving etc, also I might like the variety .Also, I never claim to be a gentleman, lol. But, if you have asteady job, or like certain daily rituals, I think the art of shaving is highly recommendable.These days people just don't give themselves enough times for things like these
nightmaregloves 2 years ago 4
Good shaving music.
Jak3Mac 2 years ago
I think this guy is pretty good with the razor, but I have some doubts about how sharp it is. At 5:20 he bumps on the chin toward the lower lip and nothing happens! If I did the same I would be bleeding like the guy in Reservoir Dogs!!
ThePugnitopo 2 years ago 3
feather blades are stupidly sharp.. he may as well be shaving with a light saber.
vthomlinson 1 year ago 9
@vthomlinson are they really? do you prefer straight razors?
not1compromise 2 weeks ago
Music is horrible.
Infectious0Fun 2 years ago
kantelier - you are comparing two different things. If you are pushed for time, a cartridge razor is the thing for you, although razor burn and ingrown hairs can be a problem. If you have the time and want to make facial hair removal a pleasure, then straight razors, cream, brushes etc some folk enjoy. Given that your post was in such poor english, would suggest that you are time poor and therefore a cartridge razor is for you. Or are you a brit?
guruschmuru 2 years ago
I have a couple questions. Can you shave with a straight edge with gillete shaving cream?and I just ordered a straight razor, the kind with the disposible blades LOL how are they for shaving? Thanks
sz42781 2 years ago
@sz42781 im guessing its a wilkinson sword. correct? i find that they are not very good at shaving. they work great for haircuts. but i tried shaving with one and the blades only seem to last half my face before they get grabby.
but seeing as this post is 2 months old you should have your own opinions about it. i'd like to hear them.
zomgz932 1 year ago
It says the shaving factory on it, and the blades are "derby" I set it up with half the blade exposed and I can make perfectly manicured beards. I recently tried useing the full blade. I shaved half my face, it got real close, when I got to my chin witch is od shaped an rough I cut my self so bad I couldent go out. Thank god! I dident make it to my neck. Thesy say start on balloons.
sz42781 1 year ago
@sz42781 ouch yea here's to hoping that never happens again. but yea i bought a Wapieneca wapi yesterday. just waiting on it now. the only thing that im worried about is keeping the razor sharp. i bought a strop also so as long as i can strop properly i should be good.
zomgz932 1 year ago
@zomgz932 The razor I have has little disposable razors that you insert. There sharp little things and cut real well. You dont need a strope for this LOL.
sz42781 1 year ago
@sz42781 yea i know. i kinda find that cheating a bit though part of the fun of strait razors is the matinence. once you can get a strait razor shaving sharp then you can pass those techniques down to your other blades. (given your a knife nut)
zomgz932 1 year ago
@zomgz932 I hear yah. Yeh I got it as a stepping stone. It costs 30 bux for 300 razords and the handle. I can expose 1/2 the blade for touch up and make my beard look real sharp. like it was drawn on with a pencil.
sz42781 1 year ago
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dont listen2 brits there retarded "use a straight razor for a close shave. the only fucking reason why its close is because you shave with it 10 fucking time in different directions get rid of the shit razor and buy a modern razor where you dont shave10 times for a close shave
kantelier 2 years ago
@kantelier Do not ever listen to Yanks there retarded & take their pleasure with farmyard animals...
UnwashedAnus 2 years ago
@ Kantelier
Do you have any idea how dumb you sound dude...
dinkydoo46 2 years ago
@kantelier
If you don't care to invest time into getting a good shave and enjoy paying too much for canned goo and cartridges that's fine, enjoy your crappy shaves and nobody is gonna take the piss out of you for it.
People who would rather pay less for a better shave would expect the same respect.
GallowayJesse 2 years ago 4
hey, i have been thinking of making the switch to the strait blade, thinking of using a dissposable one, feather makes such a blade, think it is a good choice?
dwinnewh 2 years ago
Feather straights are expensive and they wont accept a standard double edged blade. Go for the Dovo stainless steel shavette, much better razor, have one myself they are awesome
MrSmudger687 2 years ago
feather straights are really expensive but try to see if someone in your area has one and try it, with a decent cream it simply glides and cuts hair nicely. Im not saying you are wrong they are insanely costly but try getting one in ebay or the straightrazorplace clasifieds, you won't regret it
shadowbraska 2 years ago
YES! Let me tell you something, the difference between RG and DX feather razors are the metal (stainless steel gives better balance than brass) color and material (RG is a plastic polymer while DX can sport wood or polymer)
They are really costly but you ain't gonna regret it, your shaves will go from chore to pleasure.
shadowbraska 2 years ago
maybe he made 2 shaving videos and didn't want to wait a day to grow hair
just a guess :)
kiralycsavo 2 years ago
Seriously I had more hair when I was 10. I got more hair on my A%#.
phantombadger 2 years ago
its cool and all, but why am i watching a guy shave on youtube...
geiswiteb 2 years ago 58
Because it's relaxing. Kind of watching fishes swimming in a bowl.
egarrulo 2 years ago 7
@geiswiteb good point....
baladi39 1 year ago
@geiswiteb why did you look it up?
chocolatehearthammer 1 year ago
@geiswiteb hmmm...i think you'll have to answer that yourself.
emsway7 1 year ago
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@geiswiteb You should ask yourself that.
Kevin32001 1 year ago
@geiswiteb cause life is boring,and i already jerked off 3 times..not to this..
5tonyvvvv 1 year ago 4
@geiswiteb Because he knows how to treat his skin well, probably unlike you who merely scrape the hair off....
Zanomatt 10 months ago
@geiswiteb Don't know, you tell us.
perfectjohnboy 4 months ago
what's the song?
msolbiati 2 years ago 11
@msolbiati Rick Astley - Never Gonna Give You Up
ageofpoo 1 year ago
@msolbiati ...it's listed right under the vid.
ObscureBeast 1 year ago
So how do you store that in your bathroom when not in use. Thats the only thing keeping me from owning one.
jsj297 2 years ago
i store my soap in a bowl, have a cup for lather building, and a brush stand for my brush. I have a folding razor, and I place it by the tang leaning on the brush stand. pretty neat little group. I could even put my soap bowl on top of my cup.
seanrquinn 2 years ago
that brush looks very smooth!
veramx 2 years ago 3
wow
MrRobban1234 2 years ago 2
get yourself a double duck, you wont need to shave twice.
msqtube 2 years ago
That razor is no joke. Where did you get that?
insomb 2 years ago
man with a straight razor one shave would do it for me gotta get me one of these soon.
CHRISTIANABUSED 2 years ago
Tragically Hip, right on. Fellow Canadian are ya Sir?
xHOLYROLLERx 2 years ago
does using a brush make a difference
kantelier 2 years ago
Yes!
goclick 2 years ago 2
The difference doesn't really lie with the brush than with the shaving soap/cream.
Using ''natural'' soap is much less irritating for the skin instead of the chemical foam creating a ''fake'' lubricant on the skin. The brush is used to massage the face and ''foam'' the soap, giving a MUCH smoother shave.
Think of an electric razor as sand paper and traditional shaving as ''baby-skin-approved smooth''.
terrask 2 years ago
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there is no blade in the holder,FAKE
GLACKEN82 2 years ago
its not a holder, its a blade!
Glivity 2 years ago
nice video but the music is terrible!!
FroopieLoopies 2 years ago
nice, thanks, but i have a doubt...
why did you shaved more than once?
toca53 2 years ago
He's doing beard reduction passes. First with the grain, then across the grain, then against the grain. It gives you a much closer shave with much less irritation.
If you're interested in learning how to wet shave properly, visit Badger & Blade forums. They have a newbie forum that'll get you started. I went to a double edged safety razor after many years of using an electric. I'll never go back.
SobriquetHK 2 years ago 7
Don't forget mantic59 here on YouTube. Will give you tips on Double-edge Razor shaving and details on brushes, lathering etc.
vancityguy 2 years ago
Thanks :D
toca53 2 years ago
This man, like many other straight razor shavers, is thorough. Once with the grain, once across the grain, and once more against the grain.
CZA607 2 years ago
do ya know were i can get a normal barber knife
daftaddiction 2 years ago
Is it any easier with the non-folding straight edge? It seems that you can keep it more steady because the blade does not fold. Am I right?
senore01 2 years ago
nice job. but you look a little young to shave in the first place.
JABS991 2 years ago
what a beast
Zeith101 2 years ago
great music. loop it mate.
marksmith4444 2 years ago 4
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Now shave your pubic hair with it.
Neqkschot 2 years ago
nice shave man, I use a normal straight razor, but that fixed blade looks really interesting
lovinglistener 2 years ago 3
wow...i feel really weird now...i just finished watching a dude shave his whole face for 9:00 mins. 0.0 i think i need a nap.....
SlayerSokka 2 years ago 2
now that is a real man shave lol
max respect
tidus242 2 years ago 7
Well done! I am planning on trying out the straight razor but foresee some blood in my near future. that was pro!
AlbertsFlasher 2 years ago
I always wanted to get a straight razor a quality french german or jap one, it is truly a gentlemans shave, anyway, by the way as previously posted alittle more sidburn and you would look more GQ, take care brother
davidcononie 2 years ago
I appreciate what you are able to do, but your beard is very light and your face has no tough contours.
rdangelo 2 years ago
I agree with this, I have very heavy stubble... hoping wet shaving helps me get a closer shave without bleeding from my neck. :)
adeath13 2 years ago
Wow, that was fascinating to watch, thanks!
Just a comment, I think longer sideburns (mid-ear or so) would suit you better... think about it
coffeeboob 3 years ago 4
I have to say your making it look easy. However, after reading other viewer comments I gather it isn't. Really cool.
immaxbuddy 3 years ago 5
shaving with a pocket samurai, you the man
sas71 3 years ago 15
i saw differnt vids and i everyone the person shaved itself twice or three times...
are there any reasons or are these single-bladed razors not as accurat as modern razors like gillette, wilkinson...?
Dicebox 3 years ago
People who shave with straight razors or safety razors spend more time and attention shaving because they want a good, close shave.
It isn't because using a single hand sharpened blade to cut whiskers does less than 5 machined blades in series.
A single pass with a straight razor is at least as close as a single pass with a 5-bladed cartridge razor. In fact, it is far superior. The 3 pass shave represents a commitment to excellence in shaving. A commitment to a babys butt shave.
Thunder029 3 years ago 7
thx 4 explanation!
Dicebox 3 years ago
The Feather razor is the most dangerous shaving blade on earth. One slip and you're done. Even hard core traditional shaving enthusiasts are afraid of the infamous Feather. It's made by the same people who make surgical instruments and from a region where people make world renowned swords. If you think this is easy, try again. He made a very hard and dangerous task look quite easy. He deserves props. But don't try this unless you are willing to risk half your face falling on the floor.
jjgnc 3 years ago 8
I agree. A Shavette with a Feather blade is the ultimative skill test for a straight razor shaver: you need a very light touch, extremely precise strokes, lots of attention, and definitely more whiskers than the shaver of this video. I first managed to get a blood-free shave with that combination after a good dozen of shaves (and a whole year of practise with real razors before), and only with two passes (with the third I would probably overshave). DEEP RESPECT FOR THIS BLOKE!!
eselsdistel 3 years ago 2
There are a sharper things out there than Feather blades, you just need to get a real straight razor. But agreed, the Feathers are very easy to cut yourself with since they are as unforgiving as it probably gets, so respect for this shaver is well placed! :)
sstorholm 3 years ago 2
is your razor homemade or factory produced? and if it is hand made is it made of tomahagane?
spasblad 3 years ago
He is using a manufactured razor. It is an excellent razor.
Tomahagane is used by masters who create samurai swords. Those razors cost about 1300 American dollars. The one he is using costs about 200.
Thunder029 3 years ago
the lather looked a little dry
bumbacutthoat 3 years ago
i stay away from shaver that could kill me
ryoliciousrules 3 years ago 2
Let me ask something, if i try this is there a possibility I might cut my cheek off? also can I get this razor for under 100 and where
sz42781 3 years ago
i really really really want to but a merkur shaver the single blade one and im just about to start shaving im 16 i use an electric shaver but my dad was right the single blade one is all i need
AnonymousCCCC 3 years ago
I bet this guy wins at everything in life. He has ninja-smooth skin. After he finishes shaving he probably dons a black suit and slings a katana over his back and goes to work.
Facepain86 3 years ago 7
Nah, he'll just use that razor of his.
NalaNosivad 3 years ago
ninja-smooth lol
feuerzzz 3 years ago
he makes it easy cuz it is
i am an aspiring barber whos is only 16
i am doing my apprenticeship at the barber shop
and i figured out how to use the straiht razor in 5 mins
now i can give anyone including my self a shave
brownbomber92 3 years ago
I see the soap cake and I've got a better idea: try Tom's of Maine Natural Conditioning Shave Cream. Your not resurrecting suds from a solid state, but coaxing them from a cream. You place it in the basin with the warm water for your face wash and let it soften a bit. Just a dab in your dad's old coffee mug and then go to town. You've got to work it a bit to get the fatty bits to break down, but is it ever worth it. I'm here to tell you. Enough for you and your girl. Mint and Calendula
Brandtalones 3 years ago
He makes it look so easy.
rll1954 3 years ago
I've used this razor before with a professional blade and it was a bloodbath every time. Oddly enough, the pro super blades don't give me any trouble.
pfunk79 3 years ago 3
PLEASE tell me the name of this song and who sings it! I love this song!
34784 3 years ago
Haha it's Bobcaygeon by the Tragically Hip. I had to ask this question too, it's such a great song. :-)
SJRNWT 3 years ago
thanks a bunch
34784 3 years ago
Yeah man no problem!
SJRNWT 3 years ago
i'm really surprised the tragically hip aren't more of a global success..
their albums ahve varied a bit over the years, but it's all good, and there's gonna be atleast one album you really enjoy.
elroachogrande 3 years ago
The most worthwhile music is seemingly the less apprichiated. A paradox that has never sat comfortably in my mind, the same goes for shaving. The straight is just natural and so obviously right once you tried it out, in comparison with the boring nonsensual disposible crap.
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ageofpoo 1 year ago
where the hell did you get this think please tell me =)
ImDino 3 years ago
oh my god, that looks sooo nice, shaving with that thing
ImDino 3 years ago
I'm tired of cleaning my gillette blade every 2nd stroke, i have to try a feather/cutthroat razor.. which one is better btw?
ImDino 3 years ago
all personal choice really. i prefer throat cuts due to the folding handle. it fits neatly between the ring finger and pinkie, and gives a nice secure feeling. then again, i use both, and i kinda alternate back and forth. try both, and see which one's for you
PooPoo2U 3 years ago
i'm don't have any experience with single edge razors but, are you supposed to shave side ways and go aganist the grain like he did?
PPKLU 3 years ago
Is the only difference in technique (between shaving with a non-folding razor and a folding one) that you have the folding one partially folded while shaving? That is how I have seen all the other youtubers do it, at least.
damaband41 3 years ago
Cool video man, really relaxing with that song... I just downloaded it! By the way, ignore all those haters, it's just like you said, shaving's kind of a dying art. I have a DE and I enjoy shaving with it, and I too do three passes. I figure I can take 10 minutes of my life and just relax and shave. Great video, great song, great technique (despite what others have said, because everyone has their own unique technique I think)!
SJRNWT 3 years ago
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ladies and gentlemen this is how not to shave!
How you applied the foam for a start was ridicules, tickling it onto your face.
The way that you run the blade through your face with one stroke at such a length.
You haven't even yet developed proper facial hair there just whiskers, I could blow them off with hair dryer.
A good shave would be to use a shaving brush, solid block of shaving soap and a folding razor.
snapfreak 3 years ago
Whoever snapfreak is apparently has way too much time on his hands! Tearing down people's techniques for shaving? Hahahaha!
quittersinc 3 years ago 8
well he is right about a few things, but only in a general sense. making such long strokes is usually not a good idea for most people. and the other thing he was right about is, heh, I don't see any whiskers on that guy's face either...looked smooth as a baby's butt before hand.
Anyway he was quite wrong about his lathering technique. Lathering on your face is a perfectly viable AND oft-preferred way of creating a lather. It certainly massages the lather in a lot better.
ahrimansong 3 years ago
Creating a lather on your face like that will actually soften your beard a lot more than using a bowl technique. Also, that razor is just fine. I love the look of it.
And it seems to me he DOES have a block of shaving soap and a brush...so the only point he has is that he should be using a folding razor? Pff...lame.
ahrimansong 3 years ago
I suppose it is a personal choice... The lathering might feel more refreshing, the lather might get a bit thicker, and you don't have to practice until you get the right amount of water... Nevertheless, the bowl technique has two big advantages: the lather won't dry in your brush between the passes, and if you have kept your brush in very hot water (inside the bowl) your lather will be warm, what makes the brushing very nice, and might open the pores a bit more.
eselsdistel 3 years ago
The name of the song is Bobcaygeon (sp?) by the Tragically Hip, and one of my favorite songs. Awesome vid, great song too!
zigar01 3 years ago
What is the name of the song playing?
willyfoofoo444 3 years ago
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ageofpoo 1 year ago
@willyfoofoo444 the song is Rick Astley - Never Gonna Give You Up
ageofpoo 1 year ago
the strait shaver looks good and all but what about under the nose, i use the rolling razor and it gets the hard to shave places perfectly
scottyshotties 3 years ago
i am proprietor of edward and parnell barber shoppe, i recieved on of these straights as a birthday gift. i was amazed by the quality and ease of use. i cant imagine using anything else. certainly a fine tool indeed. for someone who does straight razor face shaves all day, everyday, i highly recommend this.
barberkitty 3 years ago
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well, it took you 9 minutes to shave with that straight razor.. I don't think its better than my mach3 I mean a get a clean shave in like halfe the time so.. why would you use it? it doesnt look either
therealbamlee 3 years ago
Shaving with a modern plastic disposable cartridge multi-million dollar advertising campaign promoted doohickey is a chore.
Shaving the right way is a pleasure.
Jasonian 3 years ago 6
it seems to me that it took him ~3:40 to shave. and then he did the second and third pass. You do three passes with your mach3 in 4 mins? I found that mach/safety doesn't do anything on second/third pass but irritate me... as for "how it looks" I don't think that this is "optimal" light to see the quality... but you can do it just as a ritual... to focus and relax?
neozbiljan 3 years ago
i shave every other day, but i have a goatee so i only have to shave a little and it's funny i attract more women when i have my goatee compared to when i dont. but most of the women are more mature then the one my friends pick up so guess its a trade off.
wise185 3 years ago
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um no not really, i just wasn't stupid shaving. My dad told me when I was 19 not to shave. Hes 63 never shaved. If you shave you will make your hair grow even more and a lot quicker. Plus for some its looks ugly and ruff makes you look old. So I was the smart man not to fucking touch one. Im black and most black guys don't shave we just stay sexy.
inaosman 3 years ago
You're an idiot.
pc533ecx 3 years ago 15
well for starters the whole if you shave it comes in thicker is not true in the least. Secondly go kill yourself
Potsaveslives 3 years ago 2
cutting your hair dosnt alter the speed or thickness of the growth.
lithaine 3 years ago 4
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nice vid i only shave my mustache i have no facial hair anywhere else on my face. I'm 28 never shaved my face, wake up everyday not to ever worry about it and i have a sexy hairline. my life kicks ass losers!!!
inaosman 3 years ago
Wow! Soon you will grow hair under your armpits and pubic area. Then you will be a man. till then, you just a hairless boy.
bitcheznhos 3 years ago 9
Man shaving against grain irritates my skin like crazy. I always go down and I get a good shave without irritation
boruga81 3 years ago
Make sure you have a real steep angle on that blade, hold the blade flat on your face and slightly raise the spine. The idea is for the blade to glide across the skin and not scrap across. Too wide of an angle leads to scraping and that gives razor burn. Make sure the lather is thick like rustyblade has it. The lather is about 50% of the shave and is the only thing between your face and the razor blade.
jel2003 3 years ago 3
Goto classicshaving.com Look in Feather No-Sharpening razors.
jel2003 3 years ago
Very nice! Anybody know where I could get my hands on one of those japanese razors?
Soreto 3 years ago
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orangecountytravis 3 years ago
thats a nice vid man.
nice blade, i never seen that kind before,
but i want one.!
nice technique
MinatoNamikazeSenpai 3 years ago
dude, i love your technique.
will you ever make a video using a regular straight razor for those like myself who are trying to learn how to shave properly w/ a cutthroat?
adamjgonzales 3 years ago
nice job, BUT it tooks a lot of time, in 9min i shave my face 3 times, he have lot of time.. daily 9min = 3285min in one year
flattopfreak 4 years ago
How much time do you spend on your hobbies? When you shave with traditional methods that's what it becomes, a hobby to be enjoyed and not a chore to be endured.
Yannerson 4 years ago 10
good fucking point
twoface4 3 years ago