Hi All,
I discovered this forum while searching for straight razor forums. I thought it good to see some local content and a couple of the threads immediately resonated with me: one on the feather AS-D2 and another on filobiblic's journey into straight shaving.
I've been using a DE razor for about a year, currently using a Feather AS-D2 with Feather blades, and have just branched out with a Dovo shavette and then straight.
I started with a Edwin Jagger DE-89 after seeing them in Shaver Shop and thinking to myself, "they look pretty cool, what are they like?" After staring out with Wilkinson Sword blades, I tried a few samples and settled on feather blades. After a while, I had a bit of a look at other DEs and after reading a few reviews I thought that the Feather AS-D2 was the most appealing for me. I bought one and am absolutely delighted. I'm wondering if its the last DE I'll ever buy. As was said on another thread, sharp blade in a mild razor is a good combo, and one that works for me. I find that the satin-chrome finish glides very nicely over the skin.
I've also recently started using a Dovo shavette. Initially I tried a feather blade, and got snagged on my stubble very quickly. I then put in the long blade that came with the razor. Much better. After a couple of goes, staying WTG, I'm pretty happy. A little touch-up on the chin with my DE, but that's it. For early days, I'm pleased with the shave that it provides.
That lead me to a Dovo straight. Much more of a challenge. Technique is always a factor, though I'm not convinced that they leave the factory especially sharp. It removes arm hairs OK (when contacting the skin), though the stubble presents a bit more resistance. I can "shave" with this razor without cutting myself (had a few tries now), though I can't get a close shave. Maybe time to send it to an experienced honer: good to eliminate the razor as a variable, then it's all down to me from there.
Brush-wise, I have an EJ Silver Tip. Quite happy with the bulb shape: it works well for me lathering in a bowl.
I started out with Proraso green soap, and continue to use that and also a bit of the red. I've also purchased a TOBS sampler, and followed up with a full tub of Jermyn St. I really like that scent, and it has a nice linger throughout the morning. I also liked Eton and Mr Tayor from that range, and will probably purchase full sized tubs of those over time. But first, I must get through the GFT sampler...
I've enjoyed catching up on the posts in this forum. In a world dominated by carts and electric razors, having a forum like this is really helpful to understand technique and to see reviews of products.
I discovered this forum while searching for straight razor forums. I thought it good to see some local content and a couple of the threads immediately resonated with me: one on the feather AS-D2 and another on filobiblic's journey into straight shaving.
I've been using a DE razor for about a year, currently using a Feather AS-D2 with Feather blades, and have just branched out with a Dovo shavette and then straight.
I started with a Edwin Jagger DE-89 after seeing them in Shaver Shop and thinking to myself, "they look pretty cool, what are they like?" After staring out with Wilkinson Sword blades, I tried a few samples and settled on feather blades. After a while, I had a bit of a look at other DEs and after reading a few reviews I thought that the Feather AS-D2 was the most appealing for me. I bought one and am absolutely delighted. I'm wondering if its the last DE I'll ever buy. As was said on another thread, sharp blade in a mild razor is a good combo, and one that works for me. I find that the satin-chrome finish glides very nicely over the skin.
I've also recently started using a Dovo shavette. Initially I tried a feather blade, and got snagged on my stubble very quickly. I then put in the long blade that came with the razor. Much better. After a couple of goes, staying WTG, I'm pretty happy. A little touch-up on the chin with my DE, but that's it. For early days, I'm pleased with the shave that it provides.
That lead me to a Dovo straight. Much more of a challenge. Technique is always a factor, though I'm not convinced that they leave the factory especially sharp. It removes arm hairs OK (when contacting the skin), though the stubble presents a bit more resistance. I can "shave" with this razor without cutting myself (had a few tries now), though I can't get a close shave. Maybe time to send it to an experienced honer: good to eliminate the razor as a variable, then it's all down to me from there.
Brush-wise, I have an EJ Silver Tip. Quite happy with the bulb shape: it works well for me lathering in a bowl.
I started out with Proraso green soap, and continue to use that and also a bit of the red. I've also purchased a TOBS sampler, and followed up with a full tub of Jermyn St. I really like that scent, and it has a nice linger throughout the morning. I also liked Eton and Mr Tayor from that range, and will probably purchase full sized tubs of those over time. But first, I must get through the GFT sampler...
I've enjoyed catching up on the posts in this forum. In a world dominated by carts and electric razors, having a forum like this is really helpful to understand technique and to see reviews of products.
