Safety Razor

a reply to: mysterioustranger

I'm in my mid-40s.

a reply to: CriticalStinker

Ever tried getting peanut butter out of a shag carpet?

What did you do? Wait, I just read your other comment. Somehow I don't think you're talking about peanut butter lol.

a reply to: AugustusMasonicus

Peanut butter will actually help remove gum you may have gotten stuck in your carpet.

They sell some kind of chemical that freezes it and allows you to remove it easier.

a reply to: Fallingdown

I tried them years ago. The main thing I didn’t like was walking around all morning with toilet paper on my face . Text

At least it wasn't used toilet paper.

a reply to: Krakatoa
I didn't know any of that. I'll have to try it. Thanks.

a reply to: Skid Mark

I use my air compressor to blow the whisker clogs out of my cheap walgreen multiblades and they last forever.

a reply to: olaru12


I usually put mine inside the Great Pyramid and use the harmonic power of the universe to keep mine forever sharp.

a reply to: Krakatoa

shaving with the grain?

Are you mad? Insane?

Only if you want razor bumps!

OMG!

*freaks out and has a nice cry. . . . *

originally posted by: DBCowboy
a reply to: Krakatoa

shaving with the grain?

Are you mad? Insane?

Only if you want razor bumps!

OMG!

*freaks out and has a nice cry. . . . *

First pass, yes. Razor bumps will happen if you make your first pass against the grain.

Sheesh... Do guys not learn this anymore???

a reply to: Krakatoa

I get razor bumps IF I go with the grain!

originally posted by: AugustusMasonicus
a reply to: olaru12


I usually put mine inside the Great Pyramid and use the harmonic power of the universe to keep mine forever sharp.

I omitted that part about the pyramids.

I made my pyramid out of wire clothes hangers and cardboard boxes that diet coke comes in.

a reply to: DBCowboy

Then either your face is not prepped enough to get the hair to stand up, or you are pressing too hard with the razor.

a reply to: CriticalStinker

So much THIS!

I literally only do anything when the hair gets long enough to annoy me (head or face). And then, I use the tool that gets me the best results with the absolute least amount of effort, clippers. My Oster 76 takes care of pretty much everything in a very short amount of time.

I just can't be bothered to care otherwise. I mean, I bought the Oster solely because it shaves (!) "grooming time" by like 90%..

a reply to: Skid Mark

It is what I use. Now when you get the whole setup going (badger hair brush, shaving soap in a cup and use an enamel bowl the hold the water) then you will feel better about yourself...or will be like me.

a reply to: olaru12
Nice. Do you get the air compressor set up just for shaving?

a reply to: Ahabstar

You put apply it like this, right?

Good choice, I either use one of these or a straight razor, and saved a TON of money doing so......

I also use shave oil instead of shave cream.....

a reply to: CriticalStinker

Lol I know what you mean. My age ensures I have to do my nostrils & ears every 2nd day.

Where was the growth when I needed it in my 30's when I started balding. Ya can't win!

a reply to: Skid Mark

I've tried that. I must be dong it wrong because it only does a so so job.

Make sure you never touch or wipe the blade, keep it upright or away from surfaces. I also use a bar of plain hand soap but make sure the water is super hot when lathering.

I paid about $9 Au about 2 years ago for this triple blade knock off from China ( with 3 sets of blades total about $15 ) , I think it was through Zazzle

The way my hands are I'd probably end up slitting my throat with a straight razor.

Take the challenge - as you get better the time taken is shortened - but keep a styptic stick handy LOL

a reply to: Fallingdown

with toilet paper on my face

It worked for Norman Gunston



D-Fens wouldnt use toilet paper - too much class

" You go now, no trouble"

" I stay, what'd you think of that"

I've been using a safety razor and badger brush w/ soap for many years now. I consider it a luxury, the scent of the soap lofting as you bring it to foam applying to face. I like sandalwood or something refreshing. I also use a modern cartridge a couple of times a week.

I like that the safety razor makes me slow down when shaving. You just can't rush it.

originally posted by: DBCowboy
I get razor bumps IF I go with the grain!

Wait, you actually shave your own face? I have my personal assistant do that while the other one takes care of the manscaping.

originally posted by: AugustusMasonicus

originally posted by: DBCowboy
I get razor bumps IF I go with the grain!

Wait, you actually shave your own face? I have my personal assistant do that while the other one takes care of the manscaping.

I have to guide Gunther through the steps.

a reply to: DBCowboy


You also need a Sherpa to help guide him through that unenchanted forest.

originally posted by: AugustusMasonicus
a reply to: DBCowboy


You also need a Sherpa to help guide him through that unenchanted forest.

Sherpa was my stripper name in college.