Just finished first wet shave

[losttraveler]

So maybe I overanalyzed the video's and posts... but using the merkur 34c... i didn't apply any pressure and it took me a good 4 passes to get a close shave. I'd still consider the shave to be 'so-so'. I was able to get a good lather built using bigelow cream and used the merkur platinum blades that came with razor... maybe the blades just aren't sharp enough for my relatively thick folicles? I have a whole 100ct box of astra's to give a whirl. Fortunately no serious cuts.. a few minor nicks but wow did it feel amazing when the cold water splashed on my face after finishing... throw on some nivea w/ coq10 and felt pretty great. Now if I can just get a closer shave without having to pass 4X for mach3 quality.

[GDCarrington]

Welcome aboard the good ship B&B. Take a stroll on the promenade deck and enjoy the voyage.

Always remember, relax but be vigilant when you shave!

[DC_MPA]

Glad you had a decent shave. I'd definitely try many blades before making a 100ct investment. Most of us went through a dozen or more blades from all over the world before settling down on the 2-3 blades of choice.

[djh]

Welcome to Badger and Blade. Congratulations on getting your first shave behind you! I would suggest that you stop trying to make 4 passes at the moment and concentrate on making just 2- WTG followed by XTG. This should give you a presentable shave without causing too many irritation problems. As your technique improves, so will your results and then when you are more comfortable with your gear, you can add another pass or two to shave even closer.
Concentrate on good prep and then blade angle and "no pressure" and you should continue to see good results.

[Vivasanti]

Welcome, the cold water splash is one of my fav parts :)

you will like the astras compared to the murker blades.

[Vickers]

Astras are my I-got-a-new-razor blades, i.e. they are consistent and sharp.

Don't worry, your shaves will get better and quicker and more natural quicker than you can imagine.

[Mad Man]

Congrats on the first shave!

Advice? Don't go changing up too many things too many times early. Find a razor/soap/brush/blade combo and STICK TO IT!

Trust me, and with all due respect, your technique is the difference right now NOT the equipment.

[dpmtherrien]

Welcome, and congrats on that first shave. As with anything there is a bit of a learning curve, so don't try to rush things. Your technique will come along rather quickly, and the shaves will get better each time. So continue along, and enjoy the process.

[Oblique Human]

Welcome to B&B!

[demaro]

Welcome to B&B !!

[mrchilli]

Welcome and congrats!

[Prof. Moriarty]

Welcome to B&B.

[NickCutlip]

Welcome to B&B !!

[D.W.B.]

Greetings and Salutations to B&B.

[Sledgehammer39]

Congrats, and Welcome Aboard!

[Brianggilbert]

Welcome to the party! Try some punch! :-)

[losttraveler]

2nd shave yesterday... a lot better.. i think shorter strokes really helped.. did 2 wtg and 1 xtg and was fairly solid... still not bbs but getting there. tomorrow am will be my first 'daily' test and going to pop in the astra blade