Just a n00b checking in. For nearly a decade, I shaved with a Norelco electric razor and became increasingly dissatisfied with the experience. About 3 weeks ago, I picked up a Mach3 razor and a can'o'goop. The experience wasn't much better than the electric.
Somehow, I happened upon this forum and mantic's Youtube videos. After reading, watching, and learning, I purchased:
For the past week, I've been practicing making the lather and trying out multi-pass/beard reduction with the Mach3. In the morning, I'm gonna switch over to the Merkur (after breakfast, a cup of fresh Peet's, and a nice shower).
Here's to hoping I don't cut myself up too badly! Wish me luck.
Somehow, I happened upon this forum and mantic's Youtube videos. After reading, watching, and learning, I purchased:
- Merkur HD
- Taylor Avocado cream
- some Derby blades
- a low end Vulfix badger brush
For the past week, I've been practicing making the lather and trying out multi-pass/beard reduction with the Mach3. In the morning, I'm gonna switch over to the Merkur (after breakfast, a cup of fresh Peet's, and a nice shower).
Here's to hoping I don't cut myself up too badly! Wish me luck.