"Procter & Gamble (P&G) shaving products are currently under investigation by the Office of Fair Trading in an inquiry into alleged collusion between manufacturers and retailers in setting prices. According to the Daily Mail in the U.K., an industry insider has claimed that the Fusion range of blades cost only £0.05 each to manufacture, yet sell for up to £2.43, a mark-up price of more than 4,750%."
great video, I am thinking of getting a safety razor, would you recommend oil for the skin, I have tried the lather but I have pretty sensitive skin and the oil does it for me, still need to apply a fare but of it. thank you
Just bought a dovo. I have a friend who is a Turkish barber (Turkish born and trained) -great guy and a master of the razor, he gave me some stuff called 'Selin' lemon colgone. It's a kinda astringent heals up minor cuts and soothes the skin as well. All the Turskish barbers (best in the world) use it. It's also cheap and smells great I'd really recommend it.
@austinguy23 Knowing what a straight razor can do, I would say that is HIGHLY inadvisable. I mean, yeah you could probably do it, but would you really want to take the risk?
yep, there is a learning curve. I'm left handed and it went quite well on the left side of the face. but i mentioned some tugging - is it possible that the blade got "dull" lying around in the shop, I mean the shopkeeper showing it around and stuff? :(
soo the right side was a little bloody mess..
I also mentioned that it didn't glided smoothly all the time, do I have to change my lather? or is it because of the blade? Help me please!
@BlueShirt7 You need a good ol' strop and hone. Lathers vary for people, but really any lather that is free of harmful perfumes and heavy oils (and vice verse) will do the trick
In your Opinion, what the BEST STRAIGHT RAZOR BLADE brand & model??? Also WHAT'S THE BEST SAFETY RAZOR & BLADES Brand & Model?? thank you for the informative videos...
Thanks for the laugh at around 2:38, and for the guide of course! I just bought a Dovo Shavette (with black sleeve for their own blades) and cut myself around the chin like a hundred times - calling them battle scars. I bet your guide will make it easier, so thanks a lot.
I have been shaving with a Barbers A1 that I found at a garage sale for the last 30 years. There is nothing like a shave with a straight razor. Oh yeah, if you take care of the razor it will last a lifetime, my razor is really old.
First time I used a straight razor it pulled and pulled on my hairs. not enjoyable. It did cut but I figure that the razor did not come shave ready and I didn't have the strop or hone to get it that way. So in the future I'll like to try again with a better razor and have the tools needed to enjoy a razor. Way better then a disposable or electric... its an art!
Hey, first of all thanks for the videos, have helped me a lot.
I have had about 6 or so shaves with my Dovo straight razor but every time have had issues with shaving above and below my lips. The razor grabs the hair and if I was to continue the razor would jerk most likely resulting in me cutting myself. Do you have any advice for doing those areas?
*Grammar Corrections* Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. I could not afford a straight razor with a built in blade so I bought one with disposable blades...what is your take on this? Is using the brush to apply the shaving cream which I am going to purchase one, but prior to it arriving can I just lather my face with my hands and should I have a problem? Thank you for your time.
*Grammar Corrections* Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. I could not afford a straight razor with a built in blade so I bought one with disposable blades...what is your take on this? Is using the brush to apply the shaving cream which I am going to purchase one, but prior to it arriving can I just lather my face with my hands and should I have a problem? Thank you for your time.
Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. I could not afford a straight razor with a built in blade so I bought one with disposable blades...what is your take on that..also is it using the brush to apply the shaving creme I am going to purchase one but prior to it arrive can I just lather my face with my hands and should not have a problem? Thank you for your time.
I found very difficult to use the left hand to do the left side. It has been three shaves so far. I've been using the right hand for both sides, the grip is a little different but i've been managing so far. Is it a normal measure, does it have a special grip for that or should i try the left hand again (with a little cuts)?
Great Video ! Im after a Straight Razor myself although im after the 1s with the disposable blade, their great in the sense you dont have to keep honing the blade all time plus the blades are considerably cheaper than the disposables razors.
Is their a different technique that has to be applied for the disposable versions or can i just take this advice and use it accordingly ? Thanks
If you are looking for a straight razor and you have never had on before I suggest buying a disposable straight edge razor. That way you know you like it before you waste $80.00+ on a razor and $65.00 on a strop. Disposable razors run at most $45. Make sure you know what your getting into before you invest too much in something
i prefer long single strokes/pass's its cooler that way, once you get the blade started just plow through it.. plus it give less irritation, atleast 4 me..
After dealing with safety and electric shavers all my life I wanted to give straight razors a go. The price on these things can be intimidating but I know they are an investment worth investing in. I just don't know if a real expensive one is worth investing in as my first or not.
@wolf3037 I'm in the market myself for my first straight razor. From what I read the razor in this video, a Dovo, Full Hollow Ground 5/8" is among the most commonly recommended First Straight Razors. You can find them 'professionally honed'(Important or won't be shave ready) online for around $80.00. Check VintagebladesLLC as they hone each razor they sell and sell them at the same price as everyone else.
Also you will then need a strop and eventually a sharpening stone.
@Neogatling Thanks for the feedback Neogatling. I realize that this is a beautiful razor and came to the conclusion that the blade would have to be rested properly on the hone, and that some abrasion would occur. So you are saying that it should be ok to sharpen the razor as per usual without using black tape on the spine? And regular honing and stroping WILL in fact result in minor abrasion and it is normal and to be expected?
i just realised i got the exact same Razor for christmas, first time using it i nearly took my upper lip off, but now using it for the 4th time i really love it !
Hey Geofatboy, great videos first off! I'm in the market to purchase my first straight razor. I've singled out the Dovo Bismarck 6/8. I'm a millwright by trade and have a lot of experience sharpening many industrial blades, shears, knives, kitchen knives, filleting knives, etc, using stones, hones and strops. My question is, is there any way to hone a straight razor properly without removing material on either side of the spine without compromising the angle of the cutting edge from the factory
@TonyBlah sorry if i jump in here, but no, there is no way to strop it that way, usually they make the gold plating right as far as it won´t be affected by proper stropping and the spine is thick enough to take a little abrasion, in fact a proper treated straight razor can be passed through generations.
I found that I couldn't see what I was doing when trying to shave the right side under the sideburn...or at least it was very difficult. Is this normal?
Geo! Your Vids are awesome, thank you for taking all the time to post them. I just got a Dovo for Christmas from my wife and thanks to you it wasn't a total blood bath! There is something about a straight shave that made my whole day, I'm hooked!
Thanks dude, this was exactly what I was looking for. I want to switch from plastic kind of sh*t to a real razor... In my opinion thit is the only real male type of shaving, needs some good preparation, some knowledge and practise though. So thanks for showing me the ropes! =D
Geo Just got my Dovo for xmas, got a few questions, I'm not getting a clean shave with it, I'm getting stubble left behind. Does this mean my razor isn't sharp enough, cause it sure is sharp enough to nick my freakin ear lol. Anyway I know there's a learning curve but just wondering if I should strop more. Thanks in advance Jason!!!!
Great film, just got the complete kit. Getting a little burn but cant lather up enough some how! No cuts yet though just not a clean shave yet... Time will tell.!!!
Geo greaat Video,, Super Surgical Sharp Blade??? thats funny.. cant wait to get my Dovo.. Great safety tips you cant have littleones play with a blade thats that shrp..
If you want to hone your razor, as a newbie what do I need? like what kind of stones should I get. Thanks in advance. I was waiting for the part where you gonna shave XTG and ATG lol.
Thanks for the vid. I'm getting one from the art of shaving...only thing is I can't believe you got it all in one against the grain pass. I probably have super sensitive skin with really thick hair maybe...With the gillete fusion I'm doing at least one up and one down pass on my entire face....thats with a brush, pre-shave scrub and oil.
Maybe I saw this a bit late, while currently nursing 6 cuts after my first day lol. And I compromised on my razor. I have a straight wth a disposable blade, if tht makes any sense. Will b investing in the correct razor soon, perhaps the Dovo. What are your thoughts on Proraso cream?
@MPistol 6 cuts? That's all? Just kidding. Try to improve upon that each shave you undertake. A folding razor with replaceable blades is called a shavette. The Traditional Dovo or Boker Edelweiss is a good step up from the shavette. I love me some Proraso Shaving Crem, Pre-Post Balm, Alcohol Free After Shave Balm, so on and so forth. All good and TINGLY when applied! It really is a nice wake-up call for your face! Enjoy. Geo.
Would you recommend a beginner use a shavette? Dovo recommends it. What do you think? I used to get straight razor shaves in Croatia. They were fantastic. Nothing else like them.
Would like to do it myself, but uncertain how to begin...
I finally completed my first shave with my stainless steel 5/8 Dovo today. I had tried two weeks ago yet gave up and didn't shave at all. I shaved my beard off today. Your video is excellent and has helped me tremendously although I got confused holding the razor in the proper hand. I believe you in stating that it will take at least a good month to feel comfortable with it if not more. Thank you.
can you really get a baby smooth shave with this kind of razor? what I hate is the dark shade I get after shaving (cartridge sensor excel) and that won't go away and I'm just 18 and even have light brown hair not dark
YO GEO! I just shaved with a straight razor! Thanks to this video I didn't cut myself. I spent most of time enjoying the razor and gaining a feel for the razor. I used a bit of Truefitt & Hill shaving cream and some shave soap with my badger brush :D I COULD NOT BE HAPPIER!
@baronmaul What I ment to say is yes your straight razor should be that sharp. A good tell sharpness of a straight razor is to cut your arm hair without touching skin..in other words move the razor threw the arm hair it should cut it in half. One smooth very light swipe of the razor should take off a good amount of wiskers without bounce or skip
@perspicacity89 wondering that too. In most 'how-to' books and some other movies they do a second pass against the grain (or at least an other direction)
I bought a DE setup from shave nation a few weeks ago, and have decided to make the step up to a straight razor. I have decided to try the Dovo Shaverette 1st, to make sure I'm ready for the move before I invest a lot into a system. Is that a good move?
Lay the blade flat against your skin....... now with the sharp part of the blade still making contact, roll the upper part away from the skin slightly, 1/4", 3/8", etc..... it's your call what the exact distance is..... till you get to approx 30 degrees.
Keep in mind that holding the blade perpendicular to your face is 90 degrees.....
This angle is not cast in stone and will need to be changed as you navigate around your face while shaving.
Geo, you have a real talent. I think you could make a video about how to properly rake up leaves or watch paint dry and make it both interesting and informative. The fact that you take the time to answer everyone's questions in the comments shows you really are a genuine, helpful guy. Thanks for bringing back the 'experience' of shaving that our older generations enjoyed, and saving us from our modern, overpriced cartridge razor society! cheers!
Is this the closest shave of all methods? or no?
ChelupeMenuto 9 hours ago
quick question... I just started shaving with a straight razor... at what point will I stop bleeding all over the place?
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504Anon 2 days ago
Geofatboy: Super surgical sharp straight-razor
.......
Well that's encouraging
pumaman1989 3 days ago
great video, I am thinking of getting a safety razor, would you recommend oil for the skin, I have tried the lather but I have pretty sensitive skin and the oil does it for me, still need to apply a fare but of it. thank you
izenick90 4 days ago
Excellent video!
Can a straight razor be used on a 5 day old beard?
Thx
vjanda1 6 days ago
Man how do you have time to str8 shave your face
limekiln11 1 week ago
Just bought a dovo. I have a friend who is a Turkish barber (Turkish born and trained) -great guy and a master of the razor, he gave me some stuff called 'Selin' lemon colgone. It's a kinda astringent heals up minor cuts and soothes the skin as well. All the Turskish barbers (best in the world) use it. It's also cheap and smells great I'd really recommend it.
DamienNeverwinter 1 week ago
Just orders one a Dovo from Straight Razor Designs. Looking forward to a manly shave!
hernandez808 1 week ago
Can I shave my scrotum with a straight razor?
austinguy23 2 weeks ago 5
@austinguy23 Knowing what a straight razor can do, I would say that is HIGHLY inadvisable. I mean, yeah you could probably do it, but would you really want to take the risk?
sonaru4 2 weeks ago 4
@austinguy23 Shure if you want to castrate your self :-)
karlbuttler 6 days ago
@austinguy23 damn rights you can! Get your girlfriend or a friendly neighbour to help you get into that hard to reach area!
cademar40 6 days ago
cheers, great tutorial.
shredlife156 2 weeks ago
the neck shaving part kinda hurts
ModernWarfareHero1 2 weeks ago
Today I got my first Dovo. :)
yep, there is a learning curve. I'm left handed and it went quite well on the left side of the face. but i mentioned some tugging - is it possible that the blade got "dull" lying around in the shop, I mean the shopkeeper showing it around and stuff? :(
soo the right side was a little bloody mess..
I also mentioned that it didn't glided smoothly all the time, do I have to change my lather? or is it because of the blade? Help me please!
BlueShirt7 3 weeks ago in playlist Liked videos
@BlueShirt7 sounds like it needs to be honed
cademar40 2 weeks ago in playlist Favorite videos
@BlueShirt7 You need a good ol' strop and hone. Lathers vary for people, but really any lather that is free of harmful perfumes and heavy oils (and vice verse) will do the trick
ListedProduction 1 week ago
Exactly how bad of a cut can this razor give? I mean can it peel off skin? :S
xCh34pShOtx 3 weeks ago
@xCh34pShOtx Why do you think the common name for these is the "cut-throat razor"? :)
WanderingWallaby 2 weeks ago
@xCh34pShOtx Only if you don't shave balancing the weight of the razor
ListedProduction 1 week ago
In your Opinion, what the BEST STRAIGHT RAZOR BLADE brand & model??? Also WHAT'S THE BEST SAFETY RAZOR & BLADES Brand & Model?? thank you for the informative videos...
toys4man 3 weeks ago in playlist Geofatboy/ShaveNation.com Top Ten Videos!
gillette for pussy, straight razor for men!!!!!
MrKorbenDallas 3 weeks ago
@MrKorbenDallas not all of us can get a straight razor
cademar40 2 weeks ago in playlist Favorite videos
@cademar40 That is sad :-(.....
karlbuttler 6 days ago
Could you please make a video where you explain how to shave with a chainsaw?
Porcodiodiomaiale 3 weeks ago
Thanks for the laugh at around 2:38, and for the guide of course! I just bought a Dovo Shavette (with black sleeve for their own blades) and cut myself around the chin like a hundred times - calling them battle scars. I bet your guide will make it easier, so thanks a lot.
*subscribed*
abatedpersistence 1 month ago
Thanx for all your vids i just finished my first straight razor shave only one lil cut on the chin whatchin your vids made it easy to do
MrReaper714 1 month ago
great vid Geo....love them all.
alexsantiago357 1 month ago in playlist Geofatboy/ShaveNation.com Top Ten Videos!
I just got my straight razor stroped it and started i cut myself a little but it was my first time :) i think its WAAAY better than any other :)
punkbela 1 month ago
I have been shaving with a Barbers A1 that I found at a garage sale for the last 30 years. There is nothing like a shave with a straight razor. Oh yeah, if you take care of the razor it will last a lifetime, my razor is really old.
john32234 1 month ago
Ok i fucking get it!
MrThepepe9924 1 month ago
Are those Dovo blades good for beginners?
SkyF0X9 1 month ago
First time I used a straight razor it pulled and pulled on my hairs. not enjoyable. It did cut but I figure that the razor did not come shave ready and I didn't have the strop or hone to get it that way. So in the future I'll like to try again with a better razor and have the tools needed to enjoy a razor. Way better then a disposable or electric... its an art!
TheOriginalStevenH 1 month ago in playlist Shave
Nice video!
vannelite 1 month ago
when you say "first pass" does that mean you have to do it multiple times? what about shaving upwards?
elgeeno 1 month ago
Wich is best - the real old type or the new with blades you can change...?
MrSatancross 1 month ago
Hey, first of all thanks for the videos, have helped me a lot.
I have had about 6 or so shaves with my Dovo straight razor but every time have had issues with shaving above and below my lips. The razor grabs the hair and if I was to continue the razor would jerk most likely resulting in me cutting myself. Do you have any advice for doing those areas?
shanks120y 1 month ago
shave master!!!
MrNetrushka 1 month ago
Hey I just got a straight razor but it's disposable ones. Is that alright an how many times can't I use it before changin the blade on it.
gusification 1 month ago
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*Grammar Corrections* Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. I could not afford a straight razor with a built in blade so I bought one with disposable blades...what is your take on this? Is using the brush to apply the shaving cream which I am going to purchase one, but prior to it arriving can I just lather my face with my hands and should I have a problem? Thank you for your time.
tinseeboy415 1 month ago
*Grammar Corrections* Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. I could not afford a straight razor with a built in blade so I bought one with disposable blades...what is your take on this? Is using the brush to apply the shaving cream which I am going to purchase one, but prior to it arriving can I just lather my face with my hands and should I have a problem? Thank you for your time.
tinseeboy415 1 month ago
Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. I could not afford a straight razor with a built in blade so I bought one with disposable blades...what is your take on that..also is it using the brush to apply the shaving creme I am going to purchase one but prior to it arrive can I just lather my face with my hands and should not have a problem? Thank you for your time.
tinseeboy415 1 month ago
I found very difficult to use the left hand to do the left side. It has been three shaves so far. I've been using the right hand for both sides, the grip is a little different but i've been managing so far. Is it a normal measure, does it have a special grip for that or should i try the left hand again (with a little cuts)?
espacoipiranga 1 month ago
Just come out of the closet already.
IceYourPimpHand 1 month ago
nice video . i wish i could do this. i pay for someone to give a straight razor shave . my barber loves me . i plan on trying though .
planes100 1 month ago
Great Video ! Im after a Straight Razor myself although im after the 1s with the disposable blade, their great in the sense you dont have to keep honing the blade all time plus the blades are considerably cheaper than the disposables razors.
Is their a different technique that has to be applied for the disposable versions or can i just take this advice and use it accordingly ? Thanks
f41sal2828 1 month ago
i can do this with my spyderco lol
1OfTheLocalCivillian 1 month ago
If you are looking for a straight razor and you have never had on before I suggest buying a disposable straight edge razor. That way you know you like it before you waste $80.00+ on a razor and $65.00 on a strop. Disposable razors run at most $45. Make sure you know what your getting into before you invest too much in something
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i prefer long single strokes/pass's its cooler that way, once you get the blade started just plow through it.. plus it give less irritation, atleast 4 me..
karlbuttler 1 month ago
why is it you only did one pass this time as opposed to the other vids you make where you do three
bloodygopher1 2 months ago
@bloodygopher1 He is just demonstrating.
ku42 1 month ago
After dealing with safety and electric shavers all my life I wanted to give straight razors a go. The price on these things can be intimidating but I know they are an investment worth investing in. I just don't know if a real expensive one is worth investing in as my first or not.
wolf3037 2 months ago
@wolf3037 I'm in the market myself for my first straight razor. From what I read the razor in this video, a Dovo, Full Hollow Ground 5/8" is among the most commonly recommended First Straight Razors. You can find them 'professionally honed'(Important or won't be shave ready) online for around $80.00. Check VintagebladesLLC as they hone each razor they sell and sell them at the same price as everyone else.
Also you will then need a strop and eventually a sharpening stone.
Axekick11 2 months ago
@Neogatling Thanks for the feedback Neogatling. I realize that this is a beautiful razor and came to the conclusion that the blade would have to be rested properly on the hone, and that some abrasion would occur. So you are saying that it should be ok to sharpen the razor as per usual without using black tape on the spine? And regular honing and stroping WILL in fact result in minor abrasion and it is normal and to be expected?
TonyBlah 2 months ago
i just realised i got the exact same Razor for christmas, first time using it i nearly took my upper lip off, but now using it for the 4th time i really love it !
Neogatling 2 months ago
What would you say to someone that wants to do this that doesn't have a smooth face i.e acne?
TubazRule94 2 months ago
@TubazRule94 you will bleed & sting alot
karlbuttler 6 days ago
Hey Geofatboy, great videos first off! I'm in the market to purchase my first straight razor. I've singled out the Dovo Bismarck 6/8. I'm a millwright by trade and have a lot of experience sharpening many industrial blades, shears, knives, kitchen knives, filleting knives, etc, using stones, hones and strops. My question is, is there any way to hone a straight razor properly without removing material on either side of the spine without compromising the angle of the cutting edge from the factory
TonyBlah 2 months ago
@TonyBlah sorry if i jump in here, but no, there is no way to strop it that way, usually they make the gold plating right as far as it won´t be affected by proper stropping and the spine is thick enough to take a little abrasion, in fact a proper treated straight razor can be passed through generations.
Neogatling 2 months ago
@TonyBlah
You can affix one piece of black electrical tape folded over the top of the spine running lengthwise.
Use Scotch 33 as it is the best for this particular application.
It is more pliable and flexible than brands of tape.
This will protect the spine from wearing away and no worries on the angle compromise as it is very thin material.
You really only need the tape if you are doing a lot of honing on that razor.
geofatboy 1 week ago
@TonyBlah
You can affix one piece of black electrical tape folded over the top of the spine running lengthwise.
Use Scotch 33 as it is the best for this particular application.
It is more pliable and flexible than other brands of tape.
This will protect the spine from wearing away and no worries on the angle compromise as it is very thin material.
You really only need the tape if you are doing a lot of honing on that razor, otherwise it's not needed.
geofatboy 1 week ago
@geofatboy hey hey... I posted a video; lemme know what you think.
TonyBlah 4 days ago
I don't have to shave against the grain??? I'm thinking of buying a straight razor I need help
9eric51 2 months ago
@9eric51
With, Across, or Against...
The choice is up to you.
geofatboy 1 week ago
You grow razors on your face?! You've officially reached a state of manliness higher than Chuck Norris!
NCWC2 2 months ago
@NCWC2
Hah!
I wish....
No one is higher than Chuck Norris....
Except......you know!
geofatboy 1 week ago
thank you. really enjoyed your vid and tips at the end. cheers
rascubulous 2 months ago
@rascubulous
Thanks Mate!
geofatboy 1 week ago
I found that I couldn't see what I was doing when trying to shave the right side under the sideburn...or at least it was very difficult. Is this normal?
ThaiGui27 2 months ago
@ThaiGui27
Totally normal,
It's difficult to see through your arm and hand (unless you're superman).
You need to experiment on ways to work around that.
Add another mirror to the mix, or flip the razor around and go across or against the grain at that spot.
geofatboy 1 week ago
Dude! Nice tutorial ^_^ arigato gozaimas ima get me a dovo!
YUGOBOSS47 2 months ago
@YUGOBOSS47
Grazie!
geofatboy 1 week ago
Geo! Your Vids are awesome, thank you for taking all the time to post them. I just got a Dovo for Christmas from my wife and thanks to you it wasn't a total blood bath! There is something about a straight shave that made my whole day, I'm hooked!
horseshoerhays1 2 months ago
@horseshoerhays1
John Wayne shaved with one.....How's that for something to aspire to!
geofatboy 1 week ago
Thanks dude, this was exactly what I was looking for. I want to switch from plastic kind of sh*t to a real razor... In my opinion thit is the only real male type of shaving, needs some good preparation, some knowledge and practise though. So thanks for showing me the ropes! =D
Ilovegoodsongs 2 months ago
@Ilovegoodsongs
I couldn't have said it better myself.
geofatboy 1 week ago
Geo Just got my Dovo for xmas, got a few questions, I'm not getting a clean shave with it, I'm getting stubble left behind. Does this mean my razor isn't sharp enough, cause it sure is sharp enough to nick my freakin ear lol. Anyway I know there's a learning curve but just wondering if I should strop more. Thanks in advance Jason!!!!
Rjasonl392 2 months ago
@Rjasonl392
Try shaving off some arm hairs, it should be effortless....
If that's not working, strop or hone or both.
geofatboy 1 week ago
You have a VERY nice house.. I'm so jealous
I love your vids, keep up the good work
ChrisRane 2 months ago
@ChrisRane
OK....
Thanks Chris.
geofatboy 1 week ago
I learnt to masterbate with my left hand. THANK YOU MUSCLE MEMORY!
samjosh30 2 months ago
@samjosh30
Hah hah!!!
I can't stop laughing!
Props to you Sir!
geofatboy 1 week ago
8 people slit their throats accidently...
FATPEOPLERULE123 2 months ago
@FATPEOPLERULE123
Lol!
Great moniker by the way!
geofatboy 1 week ago
@FATPEOPLERULE123
Lol!
Great moniker by the way!
geofatboy 1 week ago
Great film, just got the complete kit. Getting a little burn but cant lather up enough some how! No cuts yet though just not a clean shave yet... Time will tell.!!!
gplambretta200 2 months ago
@gplambretta200
Work on your lather, you may need to add a couple of water droplets to it to reach your desired thickness.
geofatboy 1 week ago
Great video man, thanks so much!
dylangreeney 2 months ago
@dylangreeney
Thanks Dylan.
geofatboy 1 week ago
@dylangreeney
Thanks Dylan.
geofatboy 1 week ago
Geo greaat Video,, Super Surgical Sharp Blade??? thats funny.. cant wait to get my Dovo.. Great safety tips you cant have littleones play with a blade thats that shrp..
karlbuttler 2 months ago
@karlbuttler
Thanks, how'd you do with it?
geofatboy 1 week ago
whats a hollow ground blade?
londonnw8 2 months ago
@londonnw8
Start with a solid piece of metal, then grind off metal from one or both sides of it....
Hollowing it out so to speak.
geofatboy 1 week ago
damn, you just scared me from using my first straight razor. i'll just have to man up when my dovo arrives in a few days. :)
ILoveMyTail 2 months ago
@ILoveMyTail
Be afraid...... Be very afraid!!! Ahhhh Just kidding!
A little practice and you'll be fine.
Nothing to be too scared of....
geofatboy 2 months ago
@geofatboy You scared me breathless! I, too, am waiting for my straight razor to arrive and I must say, the left hand willl be chopped off!
AdamsTeinz 2 weeks ago
@AdamsTeinz
Perish the thought!
Good luck!
geofatboy 1 week ago
If you want to hone your razor, as a newbie what do I need? like what kind of stones should I get. Thanks in advance. I was waiting for the part where you gonna shave XTG and ATG lol.
llanbull 2 months ago
@llanbull
I go XTG and ATG in a few other videos that you can check out.
A good versatile stone is the Norton 4K/8K Combo stone to keep your blades honed and ready for action! A nice leather strop as well.
Geo.
geofatboy 2 months ago
Thanks for the vid. I'm getting one from the art of shaving...only thing is I can't believe you got it all in one against the grain pass. I probably have super sensitive skin with really thick hair maybe...With the gillete fusion I'm doing at least one up and one down pass on my entire face....thats with a brush, pre-shave scrub and oil.
surgeyX 2 months ago
@surgeyX
I have some other vids where I perform 2 and 3 passes start to finish if you want to check those out as well.
Thanks,
Geo.
geofatboy 2 months ago
@rockdove21st
Wooooh!
I hope you enjoyed it!
G.
geofatboy 3 months ago
@HIM0G
Sounds like a nice looking razor....
Send it to me, I'll put it to work!
Ahhh, just kidding.
Take that baby for a test drive!
Geo.
geofatboy 3 months ago
Maybe I saw this a bit late, while currently nursing 6 cuts after my first day lol. And I compromised on my razor. I have a straight wth a disposable blade, if tht makes any sense. Will b investing in the correct razor soon, perhaps the Dovo. What are your thoughts on Proraso cream?
MPistol 3 months ago
geofatboy 3 months ago
@geofatboy why alcohol free, "all i need is buuuurn" to quote the deep purple song
baronmaul 3 months ago
@baronmaul
Some days I like to go for the old "Sting and Slap" method as well.
Just not every day as alcohol tends to dry the skin out.
Geo.
geofatboy 2 months ago
I salute you. You're brave for instructing WHILE shaving, I was worried you would cut yourself!
jsmcfly 3 months ago
@jsmcfly
Nah, It's all good!
No paramedics needed.
Geo.
geofatboy 3 months ago
Thank you for making such a clear, straight forward and informative video. Very helpful.
newcoyote 3 months ago
@newcoyote
That's how I roll..... :)
Thanks.
Geo.
geofatboy 3 months ago
Would you recommend a beginner use a shavette? Dovo recommends it. What do you think? I used to get straight razor shaves in Croatia. They were fantastic. Nothing else like them.
Would like to do it myself, but uncertain how to begin...
joel1923 3 months ago
@joel1923
Sure, you can learn the basics on a shavette.
Then work your way up to a traditional Straight razor.
Watch the vids, practice without a blade, then with the blade.
Geo.
geofatboy 3 months ago
safety blades are for pussies!
nazisucksass 3 months ago
@nazisucksass
Tell us how you really feel!
G.
geofatboy 3 months ago
great video! i was thinking about getting my partner a razor for xmas. can you recommend any razors that are still decent but more inexpensive?
delilaha 3 months ago
@delilaha
Dovo 5/8 round points are around $100...
Is that in range?
Geo.
geofatboy 3 months ago
Thanks very much for taking the time to do this video. I am a beginner to this and appreciate some advice.
lightinside 3 months ago
@lightinside
My pleasure my friend.
G.
geofatboy 3 months ago
I finally completed my first shave with my stainless steel 5/8 Dovo today. I had tried two weeks ago yet gave up and didn't shave at all. I shaved my beard off today. Your video is excellent and has helped me tremendously although I got confused holding the razor in the proper hand. I believe you in stating that it will take at least a good month to feel comfortable with it if not more. Thank you.
USAisAntiWhite 4 months ago
@USAisAntiWhite
Definitely, you're not going to master this in a day....
But if you repeat the process, you will eventually nail it.
Geo.
geofatboy 3 months ago
i must be bored watching stuff like this!
YorkGod1 4 months ago
@YorkGod1
Ahhh, there are worse things you could be doing other than watching shaving vids!
It's cool.
G.
geofatboy 3 months ago
can you really get a baby smooth shave with this kind of razor? what I hate is the dark shade I get after shaving (cartridge sensor excel) and that won't go away and I'm just 18 and even have light brown hair not dark
OurBestMusicChannel 4 months ago
@OurBestMusicChannel
Yes, you can!
G.
geofatboy 3 months ago
"there's nothing you can't learn with a little bit of practice" very true!
chidoiguan 4 months ago
@chidoiguan
Couldn't have said it better myself..... :)
Geo.
geofatboy 3 months ago
YO GEO! I just shaved with a straight razor! Thanks to this video I didn't cut myself. I spent most of time enjoying the razor and gaining a feel for the razor. I used a bit of Truefitt & Hill shaving cream and some shave soap with my badger brush :D I COULD NOT BE HAPPIER!
gujazed 4 months ago
@gujazed
Consider yourself hooked!
Geo.
geofatboy 3 months ago
I decided last night to give this a go.
Geo, you make this look so easy!!!
I now look like Freddy Krueger and only lost about a pint of blood.....
But, you've inspired me, so, as soon as my face heals i'll give it another go.
Thanks for the video.
svporter 4 months ago
@svporter
Nice! Freddy is way scarier looking than Mike Myers!
Ah, just kidding, stick with it, progress a little at a time and you'll eventually get the hang of it.
Geo.
geofatboy 3 months ago
just got a dovo today.. ohman it was a fucking mess, this will take lot of practice to do it so fast and effortless like you :S i envy you
AzNAnhKhoa 4 months ago
@AzNAnhKhoa
Persevere to Persevere!
Stick with it, it will come to you!
Geo.
geofatboy 3 months ago
should a straight razor be so sharp you only have to lay a hair and wiggle a bit and it will cut or is that overkill
baronmaul 4 months ago 2
@baronmaul
What you are describing is known as the Hanging Hair Test or HHT.
Yes, you should be able to do that with a sharp Straight Razor.
Geo.
geofatboy 4 months ago
@geofatboy i have tried to do an HHT but it just wont cut, i dont know how to get it sharper as the strop just seem to scratch the blade
baronmaul 4 months ago
@baronmaul
Your razor might need to be honed and then stropped.
Geo.
geofatboy 3 months ago
@baronmaul yes
greenmarine5 3 months ago
@baronmaul What I ment to say is yes your straight razor should be that sharp. A good tell sharpness of a straight razor is to cut your arm hair without touching skin..in other words move the razor threw the arm hair it should cut it in half. One smooth very light swipe of the razor should take off a good amount of wiskers without bounce or skip
greenmarine5 3 months ago
@greenmarine5
Great comment, you nailed it perfectly.
Thanks.
geofatboy 3 months ago
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hotbegreturns 4 months ago
@hotbegreturns
Good luck.
G.
geofatboy 4 months ago
can you use like shaving cream in a can with a straight razor?
camodudestrikesagain 4 months ago
@camodudestrikesagain
You can, but you won't be doing your face any favors.
A brush and shaving cream from a tub or tube performs much better.
Geo.
geofatboy 4 months ago
Aren't you supposed to shave against the grain?
perspicacity89 4 months ago
@perspicacity89 wondering that too. In most 'how-to' books and some other movies they do a second pass against the grain (or at least an other direction)
frietsje 4 months ago
@frietsje
View my video shaving with the Boker Edelweiss, I perform 3 passes with the straight razor.
Geo.
geofatboy 4 months ago
@perspicacity89
Sure, you can go against the grain on the second or third pass after going WTG and XTG.
It's the way to a very smooth shave as long as your face doesn't become irritated.
Geo.
geofatboy 4 months ago
great vid, like all the others by the way...
i'm shaving like this now for a while and i'm getting into it, and i like it!
one problem, i'm having troubles with getting a good view on the 'runways' because the razor is in front of my eyes...
frietsje 4 months ago
@frietsje
Thanks!
Get yourself a wall mounted mirror that swivels and pulls out like an accordion....
You can adjust it so that you can see all of the areas you need to navigate with your razor.
Geo.
geofatboy 4 months ago
I bought a DE setup from shave nation a few weeks ago, and have decided to make the step up to a straight razor. I have decided to try the Dovo Shaverette 1st, to make sure I'm ready for the move before I invest a lot into a system. Is that a good move?
Vin496 4 months ago
@Vin496
Dovo and Parker Shavettes are OK for lining up and trimming out small areas...
If you want to shave your entire face, look at the the Feather DX and RG models.
Or actual traditional Straight Razors by Boker or Dovo.
The Boker Edelweiss is a great razor.
Geo.
geofatboy 4 months ago
Is it possible to reduce the beard without taking it all off with a straight razor?
AznAlacran 4 months ago
@AznAlacran
Not that I know of.....
Sounds like you need a corded or cordless trimmer with a number one or two trimming attachment to do what you want to do...
Geo.
geofatboy 4 months ago
hey i was just wondering... where can i buy a straight razor
wumbie37 4 months ago
@wumbie37
I guess you're not seeing the caption in the upper left corner that reads: "Purchase your shaving products at ShaveNationdotcom?"
Geo.
geofatboy 4 months ago
@geofatboy oh thanks i did not see that at all :p
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Hey Geo im still having trouble. I dont know what else to do any suggestions?
MrBaseball9997 4 months ago
Thanks so much for your advice!!!
MrBaseball9997 4 months ago
you look like the white bassdrummer from the movie drumline
MrRudimentality 4 months ago
@MrRudimentality
Hmmmm.....
I've seen that movie but don't recall what he looks like.
I'm heading over to Netflix to see if it's a watch instantly.....
I've also been told I look like Mandy Patinkin from Criminal Minds, and I sound like Jim Caviezel from The Passion of The Christ.... :)
Always fun to hear stuff like that.
Geo.
geofatboy 4 months ago
Hey Geo I have been having trouble finding that 20-30 degree angle you talked about. Do you have any tips or tricks? Thanks
MrBaseball9997 5 months ago
@MrBaseball9997
No problem,
Lay the blade flat against your skin....... now with the sharp part of the blade still making contact, roll the upper part away from the skin slightly, 1/4", 3/8", etc..... it's your call what the exact distance is..... till you get to approx 30 degrees.
Keep in mind that holding the blade perpendicular to your face is 90 degrees.....
This angle is not cast in stone and will need to be changed as you navigate around your face while shaving.
Good luck!
G.
geofatboy 5 months ago
Thanks man for showing the grip! finding the proper grip has been the most annoying thing about using a straight razor.
cheung1457 5 months ago
@cheung1457
No worries!
Hope it helped you.
Geo.
geofatboy 5 months ago
I am about to buy a Vulfuix # 40 Super Badger, Knot: 30mm, Loft: 60mm, Handle: 40mm and Overall: 135mm. Is that too big of a brush?
USAisAntiWhite 5 months ago
@USAisAntiWhite
How big is too big?
Keep in mind that is a very large brush and will eat up a lot of cream while mixing your lather.
If you're OK with that, then it's all good!
Geo.
geofatboy 5 months ago
Geo, you have a real talent. I think you could make a video about how to properly rake up leaves or watch paint dry and make it both interesting and informative. The fact that you take the time to answer everyone's questions in the comments shows you really are a genuine, helpful guy. Thanks for bringing back the 'experience' of shaving that our older generations enjoyed, and saving us from our modern, overpriced cartridge razor society! cheers!
400billionsuns 5 months ago 5