Add another to the good guys side!

[cluelessdude]

I've been shaving with a Shavemac silvertip brush and the recommended soaps/creams for a year now. Stuck with the ProGlide cartridge until I got comfortable with the brush and creams. Well yesterday, I finally made the switch to DE!!!!!!!!

I won't lie, I was nervous as I am one of those guys that are usually nervous to try something for the first time. Also, I was nervous because I hate blood; I'll admit that it makes me weak lol .

Setup: Merkur HD, Derby blade, Proraso cream, Shavemac silvertip brush.

Wow, I could not believe how smoothly the razor will just glide without any tugging. Cannot believe Gillette is marketing their latest cartridge to 'glide' :angry:.

My goal for my first DE shave was just not to get any nicks or cuts. Well goal accomplished :). Wasn't too concerned about getting BBS (didn't even do ATG) but still too my surprise I got just about as clean as a shave as the ProGlide. I did 2 WTG and 2 XTG. Honestly it felt great, I'm so happy to know that even if the other blades dont work in the sampler pack for me then at least DE + Derby > ProGlide.

Just a few concerns I have, so hopefully ya'll can help me out:

1) I had trouble shaving XTG on the mustache area because the razor is of course wider than the width of my mustache area. How am I supposed to tackle this problem and shave XTG there?

2) How do I know I'm not applying any pressure?

3) Whats the blade angle supposed to be when doing XTG? For WTG I just make sure the cap and the blade make contact, is this correct?

[djh]

Nice work! Once you have preparation and lather-making under control, the step to a DE is not such a big one.

1. I find that the best way to shave around my mouth is to form an "O" with my mouth- this works for upper and lower lips.

2. If your shave doesn't result in razor burn and discomfort, you are doing a good job.

3. Blade angle should be the same no matter which direction you are shaving.

It sounds as if you are off to a good start.

[Greyfox]

Welcome to B&B.

[Dennard]

Congrats on a good first shave!

[DaveNJ74]

Good for you!

[ackvil]

Nice work! Once you have preparation and lather-making under control, the step to a DE is not such a big one.

1. I find that the best way to shave around my mouth is to form an "O" with my mouth- this works for upper and lower lips.

2. If your shave doesn't result in razor burn and discomfort, you are doing a good job.

3. Blade angle should be the same no matter which direction you are shaving.

It sounds as if you are off to a good start.


What David said! And welcome.

[Sledgehammer39]

Congrats!

[Banjoman]

Welcome to B&B!