So I bought this little razor off E-bay knowing it would need TLC. Being back in town from school for the summer, I was able to use some of my dads tools, he owns a dental office, so I had access to tools (Or more importantly, extremely precise bits and medical grade polishing compound meant to take hundredths of millimeters off fillings) which had potential far beyond my abilities. My sharpening method was rather unconventional. I started with a coarse ceramic and moved to two progressively smoother Arkansas stones. I then used a strop, with no compound, followed by a fine compound slurry (more of a dissolved solution) on a pane of tempered glass, followed by just water and the glass. I'm feeling pretty pleased with myself. What's next? How do I get the shave closer or improve it? I've learned how critical beard prep is, but I've been pleased with my results.
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Sounds like you are happy with the results.
Over time and experience you will learn whatever it is you need to get closer and better shaves. Keep going and keep experimenting. Read about what methods work for others and try them. Not everyone likes the same thing, but when scads of guys like something, there is usually some merit to it
Over time and experience you will learn whatever it is you need to get closer and better shaves. Keep going and keep experimenting. Read about what methods work for others and try them. Not everyone likes the same thing, but when scads of guys like something, there is usually some merit to it
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Let me elaborate. No, a brush is not necessary, and neither is a shave mug. You *could* use the foam that squirts from the aerosol can, but once you churn up a proper lather with a brush and work it into your beard the way only a good brush can, you will probably be glad you tried it.
A 'good' brush can be bought for ~20 bucks (medium grade badger knot in a basic handle) and will serve you well and last a lifetime with a little care.
Any coffee cup can work, and you will probably have to experiment with a few soaps and creams before you find something you really love.
A 'good' brush can be bought for ~20 bucks (medium grade badger knot in a basic handle) and will serve you well and last a lifetime with a little care.
Any coffee cup can work, and you will probably have to experiment with a few soaps and creams before you find something you really love.
http://straightrazorplace.com/ has pretty much all the info, though don't stop posting here! Lots on everything from razor prep to beard prep, friendly well informed folks.