Comment on Saturday SOTD Thread - October 26th, 2024 (#503)
sahenders@sub.wetshaving.social 1 week ago
Oct 26, 2024 - Stirling Saturday: Baker Street
- Brush: AP Shave Co. Honey Ebonite 26mm G5C Fan Synthentic Knot
- Razor: Union 5/8 Full Hollow Square Point
- Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Baker Street - Soap
- Post Shave: Catie’s Bubbles - Connecticut Shade - Aftershave
A little more practice is needed with a SR in preparation for Moarteen.
gcgallant@sub.wetshaving.social 1 week ago
This is a little presumptive on my part because you didn’t ask for my opinion. However, if you are within your first 100 shaves, I suggest that work on good technique and comfort with a straight will pay off with closeness and comfort. The closeness that you want will just come to you as you gain familiarity.
Also, I have two Union 5/8 razors that I bought for $27. I haven’t honed or used them yet, but I’ll make a video of what I learn when I finally get to them.
sahenders@sub.wetshaving.social 1 week ago
I’m still under 10 shaves with an SR, so I’m under no illusion that I’ll manage as close a shave (as with my DEs) right away. I’m still getting used to the feel of the razor in my hands. I’m open to advice, so no worries about coming across presumptive.
gcgallant@sub.wetshaving.social 1 week ago
Thanks! Close shaves and then near-BBS shaves came to me between 20 and 30 shaves. I used SRs in the past, though not as a wetshaver. Going deep into technique with DEs and SEs, knowing how to build good lathers, and knowing how to get a close, comfortable shave, makes a world of difference and helps with SR shaving. Once you are comfortable with a straight razor it is difficult not to go way down that rabbit hole :)