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My hairdresser is from Germany. She learned how to use a straight razor during her barber training. For special occasions, I always have Rosemarie do a straight razor shave. The difference is palpable. Much, much smoother. Longer lasting. Altogether different experience. Takes quite a while, though. Between the hot towels, and the with the grain, then against the grain . . . you're talking an hour, at least. But it's worth it. btw: Rosemarie's strop, goes back to her days in Germany.Originally Posted by Ivan Kipling
...What I cannot understand is the nostalgia for the DE safety razor in these fora. I shaved with the damned things for almost 28 years, and there is no way I would go back to using one after shaving first with the Gillette "Good News" disposable and now with the Mach 3.
I've always heard that a straight razor can't be beat for a really first-rate shave. However, it does take a good deal of skill and technique to master, and there is an element of danger. A slip of the hand can do terrible damage.
What I cannot understand is the nostalgia for the DE safety razor in these fora. I shaved with the damned things for almost 28 years, and there is no way I would go back to using one after shaving first with the Gillette "Good News" disposable and now with the Mach 3.
You've heard correctly about the benefits..
Straights are the best, but the upkeep is a pain **********. I find DEs to be the best overall.