How To Sharpen Your First eBay Razor

[@baremetalarmory]

Doc I just finished honing my 2nd razor because of all your videos and I greatly appreciate everything you do....I wouldn't have ever believed I could do this ...but I do primarily because of you ,thank you brother for what it's worth this means alot to me to be able to do this

[@drmatt357]

That's awesome!! Makes your balls feel huge, don't it!!

[@baremetalarmory]

😂 you da man Doc

[@IanSinclair11021949]

It's a statement of independence, creating and keeping an edge with simple tools, staying sharp, self reliance, emblematic of a manifesto synthesized in a process.

[@drmatt357]

Ian Sinclair - Well said Ian. Eff The Man!😉

[@velofisher2]

Short n sweet method. No frills, just efficiency & results. That IMO is a true art form. Love it!!

[@AfricanApples]

Dr.Matt I just want to say you convinced me to pull out my stones and try sharpening them using a much simpler tutorial. Thxs I'm ready to try AGAIN !!!!

[@thedudeofshaving1749]

I'm so excited to start my honing journey cant wait to shave with my own edge

[@drmatt357]

The Dude Of Shaving - So are you “The Dude” that Ant.- Knee was talking about that caught shit for using a dirty word(s) in YOUR video?

[@thedudeofshaving1749]

@@drmatt357 yeah man I was just having fun I wasnt hurting anyone. I'm just passionate about SR shaving and everything about it.

[@thedudeofshaving1749]

@@drmatt357 love your channel by the way very informative

[@user-dl3hk2wn7s]

Hey Dr. Matt: I've been watching your videos and collecting razors for about a year. You really boiled it down to a simple process with this one. I'm starting to favor the heavier wedge blades. Also trying different soaps, lots of samplers. Keep 'em coming!

[@j.c1650]

No one puts a better edge than Dr.Matt

[@jamesheath7530]

Another great video. Man I wish we had the internet and your videos back in the eighties. I could have shown my barber a few tricks because back then there was only one freaking guy in the whole town that still offered shaves like this and the ones that still shaved with a straight acted like it was a big secret to even show a young man the little tricks they had learned over the years.

[@drmatt357]

James Heath - Thanks Jim. Unfortunately there aren’t any barbers using straights now as they all use the shavettes with disposable blades.

[@edmondgoneau8182]

Thanks I've been trying to sharpen my own now I see I need better stones I've been using the lansky system to no avail thanks DR Matt

[@RonnieGreher]

Easy to understand, concise, no technical mumbo jumbo. Thanks Matt

[@drmatt357]

Thanks for stopping by Ronnie!

[@JudgeD-hc9vw]

Incredible. I was thinking just this morning, as I was shaving with my late father's DE Gilette, that it is about time for a Dr Matt video. Thanks! I live overseas and picked up some old razors at a flea market. Would like to send you photos and get your opinion. Will send to you soon.

[@jeronimomacias481]

Great display from a master. I’ve spent hours on a razor going through the grits and was still not happy in the end. Took a lot of practice to get it down but in the end it is a good feeling to be able to put an edge on a tool. It’s a matter of independence for me. Been trying to teach my son to do it also but he is at that difficult age, hopefully he will pickup something by osmosis. Thank you for all your wonderful videos as they have taught me a lot. Now if I can only get that rolling x stroke but I still need more practice on that one, have a difficult near wedge razor that gives me fits but it sure is pretty.

[@Doowickeybob]

Hi, I purchased a THIERS-ISSARD le grelot brand new (shave ready) & it felt like a farm plough. The retailer said send it back and they will hone it for £60. I followed your instructions and it shaves like a dream.😊

[@drmatt357]

@@Doowickeybob - Right on! I love it. 😁 I’m sure it came out better with you doing it and it save you 60 bucks! Great job.

[@OggeViking]

This is the exact kind of video I've been missing! I'm just now starting out shaving with straight razors. Nice, short walkthrough of the basic set of stones. Generally it's hard to find info about what the lowest and highest grits one should go far, natural or synthetic, etc. You know what I'm talking about, it's a jungle when starting out. Anyway, this video was a good reminder to keep stuff simple and the fact that you'll be able to achieve a good edge without insane investments in gear! Thanks. Also, would love to add that razor to my collection :)

[@drmatt357]

It is a jungle... but I'm right! 😉

[@ColtonWilson3000]

Nice quick instructional video. I dig it. Thanks for posting. I try and tell people that it isn't an all day thing to put an edge on a razor. This proves it. Haha. Have a great week.

[@antilogism]

I missed you! eBay razors are fun surprise. One of my favorites (Genco Gold Seal) was a nearly a "pig in a poke" is was so blury.

[@ThePhoenixWrite]

I have watched so many videos on how to do this process and this is the first one to actually work. Thank you.

[@lanceberry867]

Top class vid again Doc, superb tutorial. I have been honing for a decade now and i love the way you understand the metal and when to use pressure or torque. You are a master of this art.

[@drmatt357]

Thank you kindly!

[@musskers55]

Hey Dr. Matt, glad to see another video. I found your videos about 4/5 months ago after gaining interest over straight razor shaving and I must say, watching you shave has given me a huge amount of excitement over learning the process. I spoke to my father about straight razors and he was explaining to me how my grandfather had three or four straight razors, stones and strops and thoroughly enjoyed his Sunday morning shave! My grandfather passed many years ago but we still have lots of his belongings around the house, stored away. I spent about 4 days absolutely gutting all of our storage trying to find these items but only found the strop unfortunately. I actually told my father if I found them I was going to contact you to ask some questions about the razors and perhaps get them honed! My family purchased me a Parker shavette, brush and shaving cream for my birthday to get me started on the process (appreciating it isn't the same as a straight razor) due to my excitement. Although I've had one or two (being generous to myself here haha) nicks, your videos have taught me how to safely shave with this apparatus and for that I am grateful! Id love to have this straight razor for four reasons, one: I want to experience all aspects of a straight razor shave using a straight razor rather than a shavette (the process of honing and stropping fascinates me in particular), two: I am 21 but born in the wrong era, anything traditional or 'old fashion' grabs my attention and I just have to give it a go/learn all I can, three: to have a straight razor honed by you, the reason I stick to learning the process, would honestly be pretty cool and something to cherish and four: it would be a pretty cool graduation present after three long years at university haha. Thanks Dr. Matt, I hope to see many videos in the future, stay safe! Jason.

[@drmatt357]

Jxsonmuss - Great story Jason. You’re in!

[@musskers55]

DrMatt357 Thank you!

[@jeffreytobin4424]

Okay dude. Today I moved up to the majors after failing a number of times. Used the Scotch Super 88 tape on my vintage razor. Smooth as a baby’s bottom. Awesome. Amazing how a small bit of advice can make a major change. True about shaving, business and life. Thx, Dr Matt.

[@drmatt357]

Jeffrey Tobin - Pretty cool and satisfying doin it yourself, right?😏

[@jeffreytobin4424]

DrMatt357 very.

[@trunkerdixon]

When i first learned to use a SR, HRH (my missus) got browned off with me going 'feel my face - smooooth'! Never thought of using a slurry on a 4k before, very helpful. T

[@sheshaveswithjill4838]

Just got done using these stones but my finisher was a Shohonyama Nakayama Asagi JNat. Did this on my Grim Dollar. Wonderful results. She's all stropped up and raring to go!

[@drmatt357]

Way to go Gurl! Hear this Guys? No excuses!!😏

[@slofr8dan]

"Kill the edge" I love it. Think I'll have a t shirt made.

[@DRACULARoo]

Hey.. Welcome back in making more videos, I probably looked in all your videos around. Not long time ago I called you on email in regards with a set of Shapton Glass going all the way to 16K, thanks for the advise on there but in the mean time I purchased 2 JNATS Nakiama Kiita and Ozuku Asagi plus a Coticule stone and I want to say that is a different level. I finally managed to make a shaving edge. With all this been said I will appreciate to have that razor to my collection to see what an edge of a PRO looks like.. If I will not be the lucky one, no problem...keep doing good videos.

[@drmatt357]

DRAC K - Thanks Mate, you’re in!

[@jonathanbailey5896]

I really appreciated the video when you sharpened and corrected the neck of smiley bald a that was from Ireland that was over 100 years old that was really neat.

[@drmatt357]

Jonathan Bailey - Thanks Johnny! That was a fun one. 😁

[@joey_outdoors]

I'm just now getting into this and looking for my first razor. I can see why this is a lost art of manliness--so much work involved but it's something I want to learn. My dad sharpens knives but he never shaves (he's always bearded). Me on the other hand, this is my next thing to learn and conquer. Just wish I could find a good beginner blade that isn't too expensive and good enough to be one to hold for years.

[@drmatt357]

How’d you make out on this Joey?

[@joey_outdoors]

@@drmatt357 Hey thanks for asking! :) I bought an "amazon" straight razor to learn the basics but shortly found my "forever" straight razor--the handle is off-white /cream colored that almost looks like opal but not quite. In the handle is etched in raised silver letters in cursive "Easy Aces" as well as etched into the handle of the blade on one side. On the other side is "THE GENCO CO. Made in U.S.A. BRADFORD, PA." It's quite a beautiful blade but for some reason I can't get it to be sharper than it is or as much as I think it could be. I have sharpened it on my stone once and use the strop always. It seems like the end of the blade where I want to do detail work is the least sharp part. Going to have to try again or send it off for pro-sharpening! But it gets the job done (I mostly use it to edge around my 'stache and use an electric razor for my cheeks & chin since it's quick, though I have done a full shave with it before.

[@jamessantimarino2402]

Honestly, my first razor and strop I bought at a Love's Truck stop while I was driving one day. Cost me around $30 and I've had it for two years and following Dr Matt's videos, I've managed to keep the shave great. Best of luck to you!

[@holman2215]

Literally just got my first e bay razor 4 days ago! Dr. Matt on point!

[@belowzero5817]

Out of curiosity how’s the razor ?

[@dundalkholly]

@@belowzero5817 It is doing very well. I had to grind down the heel a bit as the blade was uneven, I used a Wastikivi stone for that then I used a coticule with different slurries to get it as sharp as I could manage. Im sure its not nearly as sharp as it could be but it shaves well and so far ive only needed to used a strop to keep it going. but I think it is due a rehone now.

[@belowzero5817]

dundalk holly that’s pretty cool I also got an eBay razor, honed it following this video this man makes it look too easy Lol

[@dundalkholly]

@@belowzero5817 very true, its not as easy as it seems. but I much rather use the straight razor now instead of a disposable, I actually enjoy doing it!

[@markadamski2131]

Thank you for one of the best and simplest videos on How to sharpen a Straight razor! I just bought some vintage Cattagurus the Green Lizards. Can't wait to apply what you taught. Mark A.

[@drmatt357]

How's it coming along for you Mark?

[@coffeegrinder6319]

I have been de shaving for 3 years now. I have been wanting to get into straight razor shaving, but I have needed the sharpening guidance you have just given. Terrific Video!

[@spiritas5372]

Been using a parker shavette for a few years. Wife tried to get me a proper straight razor but it ended up a (as you put it in your email a rso) got the stones for sharpening and would love to give one that cuts a proper try.

[@magnoliamike]

Sam Zulauf I have a classic Samurai Shavette. The stainless steel one. It was the first thing I bought when I got into Traditional WetShaving. Lol and my first Safety razor was the Muhle-R41 😁✌️

[@mcflotty]

The thimble is an awesome idea. I typically rub my fingers on an alum block for the grip

[@drmatt357]

Scott Schmitz - LOL! Not a thimble! It’s a shave cloth. My daughter makes them and I don’t recommend an alum block. 😏 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYvNhGmIjN2DpLM

[@jerrycollins4893]

Great video!...appreciate the enthusiasm...I’m interested in shaving with a straight razor and didn’t want to have to send it out for sharpening...This video took the mystery out of it... really liked the tape idea...have not seen that in other videos!..

[@bradamedee4955]

I'm a newbie at wet shaving, I bought a haw&Simmons razor on ebay and can't get a shave ready edge, I would love to have a blade to compare it to, fingers are crossed, love your site.

[@drmatt357]

Brad Amedee - I’ve never heard of that brand Brad. It might be a fake razor. Send me a pic.

[@bangbangyouredead]

Dr Matt, I think you should send that razor to the UK. Thanks for all your help.

[@magnoliamike]

I shaved with my first edge last week and it felt great!

[@MaulBlast]

Hell yeah \m/ I haven’t shaved in years, but I still watch these great videos.

[@John-td6rx]

Beginner, very helpful and well made video

[@trueblu8]

This guy makes it look easy.

[@jaicee4466]

not having to much luck picking up razors myself, bad pitting, badly worn or my last one blade split right in the middle about a 1/4 inch long, still sharpened it though. practice makes perfect, so they say.

[@JanWeinhold001]

Hi Dr. Matt, you are a great educator! Thanks for it. Cheers

[@drmatt357]

Thank you! That’s awfully kind. 😁

[@JanWeinhold001]

Aka simply honest. 😊

[@nguyenduy9501]

sorry but i am looking forward to the answer. I'm a big fan of vintage things, especially about this vintage razor. it fascinates me and makes me want to create something special but Vietnam is nothing but the stories told by my ancestors. I am missing information about steel process and material (steel type). I tried consulting some people like LEWIS RAZORS. but that's still not enough, I failed several times. PLEASE . WHAT IS THE BEST MATERIAL FOR 1 Razor.And IMPORTANT INFORMATION? I REALLY THANK YOU

[@franksmith1663]

I agree there is a great feeling from taking steel to stone and coming up with a shaving sharp edge! Don't need the razor I have enough! give it to someone that will enjoy it!

[@johndiscala9696]

I watch you shave and you zip by all the areas I cut myself on. I hope it dosen't take too long to be as good as you are.

[@drmatt357]

You have to have a plan, like a map of every pass and work your plan. Best thing you can work on to minimize irritation and cuts is to keep the spine of the razor as close to your face as possible. 🙌🏻💪🏻

[@sl1289]

Your honing instruction videos have helped me develop the skill to get a razor shave-ready. I still haven’t gotten good enough to shave against the grain on my upper lip like you, but it’s nice to know I don’t have to buy a new razor every time the edge gets dull. I do not need another razor, but hopefully your give-away will convert another person to the SR community. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos.

[@RealTalkThomas]

Doc is back!! Hope you and family have been well, sir. Are you planning on making some shaving videos soon?

[@drmatt357]

Thomas the Shaver - Thanks Tom. I don’t want to be a shave channel but if it has to do with sharpening, I can discuss it while shaving. 😉

[@s.j.l.8736]

Hi Love your videos! Never tried a straight razor before but I would love to give straight razor shaving a go!

[@coquilee77]

Eye doctor Matt I think I should get the razor because I always get crappy razors from Amazon. Try getting a hold of somebody to hold my razor what have you been lucky on a razor sharpened by a professional thank you for taking the time to read my comment Dr Matt God bless .

[@TXDeathInvestigator]

Dr. Matt, thanks again for refining my razor! Scott G from Bryan, TX

[@donsegundo5012]

Thank you for teaching us! Greetings from Argentina!🇦🇷

[@mayurpatel2901]

I have quite a collection of DE razors, and I've designed quite a number of DE razors for 3d printing. Also, I've shaved with shavettes for years. But it took COVID for me to commit to the effort required to maintain a traditional straight. I'm still waiting for all the gear to arrive, but I appreciate channels like yours that havehelped me come up to speed. You seem to have found a $15 treasure so easily! I had to settle for a Gold Dollar for my first! Thanks and stay safe.

[@mayurpatel2901]

Inspired by this video, I managed to snag a 1957 Soviet straight -- looking forward to making it shine.

[@grishfish]

The only stone I have is the Naniwa SS12K and it, along with your instruction, have been instrumental in keeping my only razor tip-top. It came to me professionally honed so I didn't have worry about the lower grit stones. I just had to worry about keeping the edge finely polished which I can do with the 12K and a good strop. Straight razor shaving, to me, necessitates the need to be able to hone your razor. As you say, it's not that hard and the satisfaction I get being able to do that myself is its own reward. I get it.

[@drmatt357]

grishfish - Well said. Thanks for tuning in. 😁

[@jeffreytobin4424]

I’m with Jeronimo... looks easy, but I’m not getting a good edge. Yet. Do you have a suggested link to the 4K/8k stone for us? As you may remember, I have the King Razor manufactures in my hometown of INDIANA, Pa and the TI to which you directed me. An eBay blade looks like a good way to gain skills without screwing up my “special” blades. Thanks for all you do, sir! You make it look easy!

[@drmatt357]

Do you have a piece of tape on it Jeff? Make sure you kill it then bring it back. Stay on that stone until it cuts the skin then move on to the finish. The link to the 4/8 is up in the description. ⬆︎

[@jeffreytobin4424]

@@drmatt357 I was surprised by the tape option. I've not used it. I'd thought that was to be used as a last resort when the bevel angle had been determined to be off or set that way by a previous user. I'm presuming that once I use the tape, I'd always use the tape? I'm not sure how - or whether - to use it on both of my razors. And thanks for the link!

[@drewmello6462]

Started watching you 2 weeks ago Dr. Matt. Bought my first straight razor 3 weeks ago, shave ready (not so much). Watched your video about the only 2 stones a beginner needs. Proceeded to buy the Shapton 8k+ILR. They came in yesterday. I used them today exactly as you said in that same video and.....WOW, what an amazingly comfortable and close shave!!! I have so much to learn from you. Thank you so much Dr. Matt, you've made the daunting seem somewhat manageable!! I would love to win the razor in this video, #1) to shave with (duh) and #2) to have a benchmark to see what a pro-honed/ACTUAL shave ready straight razor is supposed to look+feel like! Thanks again!!

[@drmatt357]

Dis shit works! Thanks Drew

[@justinbouy3153]

Why wouldn’t you just pull the razor backwards? Doesn’t going forward mess up the edge?

[@seanstapelfeld]

No, pulling backwards and forward essentially does the same thing, it takes away material and sharpens the edge but going forward removed material better than backwards. It doesn’t mess up the blade but it will put a burr quicker than backwards and so if you don’t know how to deburr the edge it won’t cut because the burr is in the way.

[@manishbhoola]

Too awesome and no nonsense guide. Just shut up and do it for a great edge.. 😃

[@drmatt357]

That's right!

[@anthonyfife7073]

The Norton 4000/8000 is about $100 on Amazon. I wonder if there are any cheaper but still adequate options.

[@drmatt357]

If you find one, let me know.

[@malachicousinSA200]

I love this man so much this is awesome you are so easy to listen to and follow and you offer real information I absolutely love it keep doing these I was literally about to spend 335$ on a straight razor because mine had a frown in it I guess you could call it a frowning razor

[@malachicousinSA200]

I’d send you a picture if I could lol

[@drmatt357]

@@malachicousinSA200 - You can send a pic any time. [e-mail]

[@nicksharples3277]

Great to see you again Dr Matt. All my razors are eBay beauties since down here in Aus a new one is just silly expensive. So we need to know how to fix up our blades. I would love to get this one to see and feel how good a Dr Matt edge is. See how far I have to grow with my honing or if I’m getting good edges also.

[@drmatt357]

Nick Sharples - Good to hear from you Nick. For some reason I thought your were in Europe... sorry! My edges are not magical. If you do it like I show, yours will be the same. I really can’t rub steel on a rock better than anyone else. Cheers and thanks for stopping by.

[@thedudeofshaving1749]

Very nice video thank you for the info Just purchased my first stone. 12k naniwa

[@SomethingMobile]

Very helpful video! I have a vintage razor I’ve been trying to get a good shave with. Not successfully done yet, but I won’t give up. Would be great to have a razor that you honed. To see what a truly sharp blade should feel like. Congrats to the blessed person who gets this razor. Thank you for this opportunity Dr. Matt. Take care all.

[@jfangio9260]

Hey Dr.Matt, great video. I’ve been using a Parker shavette for about a year and want switch to a real straight razor. Your videos are super helpful.

[@TheElektrikChair]

Good.. Direct.. And Clear..! Good info for just starting out noobs like me... If budget were tight could I get away with just an 8k + a finishing Stone? Minus the strops.

[@drmatt357]

Ndrew - Definitely need a strop.

[@scraig2344]

Really appreciate your vids very informative ,I have a GD I got from the stallion a little over a year ago and love it, only got a couple little knicks from it until the other day... after a long day and a couple crown and cokes is not a good time to put a sharp blade to your face, wasn’t pretty almost had to get stitches lol.. thx again doc.

[@brodyberry6253]

Hey good afternoon Doc i hope you’re having a day so far. My name is Ben and i’m a total newb it comes to straight razors. However i really dig your channel and I’m picking up on some useful things so thank you for that. You definitely seem like you know your stuff. An so i was wondering if you could make a video about the proper way to strop. Specifically on techniques like how to practice stropping and what things to practice to get the most out of your practice if that makes sense.

[@drmatt357]

I got you Bruh! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3a8ooyMqLaamKssi=0RW_JLtvOnpISltV

[@brodyberry6253]

@@drmatt357 Hell yeah that’s right on time! Thanks man.

[@alx1931]

Great video. I've never used a straight razer before and this was a great little video. I have used double-edged safety razers but I would like to move into this. Now to go look at your other videos and see if you recommend brands. Since I never win anything lol.

[@michaeldietzen8613]

I should get it because I'm just getting into straight shaving. I don't have any yet!!!

[@asmrpillow457]

so what value does the tape bring then? is it just to put the edge at a less shallow angle to the stone when honing?

[@drmatt357]

It does do that but not the reason I recommend it. I suggest beginners do it as it's easier to create the apex when not having to deal with wear on the spine as well.

[@2cBeatnikk]

Hey there Dr Matt! Loving the videos, I started following you just after I started shaving with a shavette (about 4 months ago). I've been amazed at how much its saving my skin! I bought a cheap older solingen made straight razor about a month ago and am quite excited to do dome very necessary bevel setting, which your videos are really helpful with. I must admit though, as I'm a professional circus acrobat, and am out of work for the next 6months (at least), times are tough. There's been a lot of adapting and hustling to get work in another sector, so buying a 'good' razor and a decent finishing stone is a bit tough. It would be pretty cool to get to handle a blade you've honed, and I'd be very grateful... But that said I already feel like your videos are such a huge help that I almost feel cheeky entering this. Thanks for doing your thing! 😊

[@drmatt357]

You're in Chuck!

[@Toad1973.]

Thanks for posting the video. Still trying to figure out sharpening my gold dollar I got about a year ago. Would love to have that razor.

[@drmatt357]

Toad 1973 - Gold Dollars can make great beginning shavers but would not recommend them as beginner razor sharpening projects. That heel/stabilizer and geometry can be a mess.

[@dudley61]

Hey Dr Matt, great video, I have used my stones to varying degrees of success, but I feel inspired by your instruction, that’s what I will be doing this weekend.

[@despeRAWdo]

Nice to see a new video from you. Hope you are doing well during this pandemic.

[@drmatt357]

The DespeRAWdo - Doing fine. Ain’t afraid of The Rona!😉

[@olehemlock]

Being a hunter I have been sharpening knives for 40 years. I thought sharpening straight razors would be a piece of cake seeing you are riding the spine on the stone giving you a consistent angle. Not the case. It has been quite the process learning how to hone straight razors. I have the stones you are using. Finally getting a razor I can shave with. It would be nice to have a razor that I could compare my progress with. Rite now I’m kind of in the “twilight zone”. Is it really sharp or just sharp enough.

[@drmatt357]

You can compare it to a shavette with a DE blade. Won't be exactly the same but will give you an idea.

[@royhadley686]

Great to see you back, as usual fantastic, concise information, many thanks. Enjoy

[@drmatt357]

Roy Hadley - Thank you. That’s how I roll Roy!😉

[@robertmanduca924]

I live about 15 miles from Trenton, as an amateur historian and razor geek, it would be cool to have a Trenton Razor. In addition, as a razor evangelist, I'm always spotting newbies razors and brushes etc, so it would be cool to have something circle back.

[@drmatt357]

Robert Manduca - Do you know if they actually manufactured razors there Robert or are they German ones with their name?

[@robertmanduca924]

@@drmatt357 TRENTON RAZOR CO Trademark later used by Boker ca. 1880 - 1906 And it is also listed in the Boker trademarks as well.

[@ΝικολαςΜπαραμπουτης]

Whats UP doc? I like your videos. I think they are educational and nice to watch. I would like to have that razor. My grandfather was a barber in Greece. He passes away in the 70s. My uncle carried on but he didnt want me to be next one. I want this because you sarpened and used and I saw you did it. Thank you Doc.

[@petehotoff3715]

Oh my,,, simple like that,,, great job done in 15 min! Usually I’m killing hours to bring razors to useable stage : ) many thanks Dr Matt for the tips

[@drmatt357]

pete hotoff - You’re welcome Peter and let me know how you make out. 😁

[@matthewcapello8121]

8k shapton, ilr, strop. So far so good, take care doc

[@rkerlin]

Good Video Dr. Matt. A quick "crash course" intro into getting started with straight razors. I hope you still have in archive those videos you did 5 years ago that get into more detail with technique. Glad to see you are well. Have a fun and safe Memorial Day weekend. Cheers!

[@drmatt357]

Grilla Ray - Thanks Richard. Yes, all the videos are on my channel from way back!😉

[@edgardoliveira2547]

The first time I put a edge on a razor and was able to shave with it I was so excited to tell my wife. Her reaction was the same... : ) lol !

[@drmatt357]

Edgard Oliveira - Of course it was!😆

[@abefrohman1759]

Excellent video Dr Matt💈😎👍 I guess I’ll have to give it a go.

[@joshuasmith4375]

Super cool idea for teaching and the bonus giveaway. I am super interested in trying to put my own edge on something, haha! Cheers!

[@Martins-Shaves123]

Iam a old UK newbie, so thank you so much ! So informative!

[@drmatt357]

Thanks for stopping by Martin and I’m glad you’re enjoying the content!

[@gildotson1998]

Hi Dr Matt, I hope all is well with you. I like your videos quite a lot. You have taught me a lot about straight razor sharpening and shaving. I’ve strayed to the dark side lately it’s vintage DE and SE razors. Maybe winning a Dr Matt sharpened straight will get me back on the straight and narrow. Looking forward to more videos. Thanks, Gil

[@IAMCDB]

Nice job. These videos are quite helpful for someone like me who's looking to get into honing.

[@RaymondMillbrae]

Great video series you got going there. I purchased a W. H. Morley about 2 weeks ago. I have not used it yet, as I wanted to make sure it had a good edge. Which brings me to where I am now. I just ordered a Gold Dollar SR from Amazon. And then I ordered an 8k and 12k Naniwa stones. Gonna practice on the Gold Dollar with that. My W H Morley was sharpened on tape (from what the seller told me), so I am on the wall now. Do I continue sharpening with tape, or do I purchase a decent 4K stone, and start a new bevel? Great videos. Much has been learned, and I am still learning. Don’t know if the giveaway razor is gone, but it’d sure be nice to have a good, sharpened, razor on-hand to see what one is supposed to look and feel like. Once again, great videos!

[@drmatt357]

Raymond Moreno - stick with the tape. Wait until you can repeatedly put a decent edge on different razors until trying to attempt structural corrections.

[@RaymondMillbrae]

DrMatt357 - Thanks. I’ve ground down and corrected the stabilizer on the Gold Dollar, like on your other video. (I immediately noticed it got in the way when sharpening the heel of the blade). Perfect now. The Gold Dollar is consistently popping held hairs after honing and stropping. I’ve decided to continue sharpening the WH Morley with tape, and that bad boy is also popping hairs ridiculously well.

[@pederhalverson2591]

Holy crap your Naniwa has gotten a lot of use! 😳

[@drmatt357]

Peder Halverson - I’ve had it for 6-8 years and hundreds and hundreds of razors. I forget how thick it was to start. 😮

[@chuckb.5076]

Great video! Short, sweet and to the point. Thanks. Hoping all are well.

[@drmatt357]

Thanks Chuck. All's good!

[@smievil]

my razor did some angry bird noises when doing edge trailing, or spine leading moves on one of the finer stones. and "bolster" seemed to get in the way a lot of the time.

[@drmatt357]

Try a drop of dish soap on the stone, that’ll quiet it down. Regarding the bolster, try tilting the razor at a 45° angle with the heel leading, that can help. If that’s not enough check my video on how to fix the stabilizer.

[@craigberry99]

Dr Matt never fails to make a great video... interesting/educational especially for people just getting into straight razor shaving.

[@TheoKojak]

I'd really enjoy taking this razor even further than 12k synthetic on my ~4.5-5 hard Shouhonyama Nashiji using a progression of the finer of the Asano Tomas [for instance Mejiro+ Koma + even a Tomo Nakayama] to a legendary cloudy bevel perhaps....and THEN check out how it will shave.....

[@drmatt357]

Angelos Baikos - Ti Kaneis Angelos! Yes, that would be a wicked sharp edge... but probably a bit of an advanced stone progression for a guy just starting out. 😉

[@teribarbaarias2606]

Thank you Dr. Matt this is the best video I’ve seen on a beginners first blade sharpening. Well done you’re awesome ! Please keep the videos coming! I really want to learn how to sharpen my own razor. Thanks again. Be safe and stay healthy.

[@drmatt357]

Teri Barba Arias -Thanks Teri and glad you can make use of the content.

[@jonathanbailey5896]

That was reel great thank you. I am moving country and wish to save some money as I'll be on the budget and won't have the money for the over price razor blades, as well as saving something towards the environment. also to have a shaving experience to make it a pleasure. This video was very helpful thank you. I have watch most of them but this on was especially good for me as to how to get that edge.

[@myhre2011]

I like your videos. Just now getting my first straight razor at the tender age of 64. Never won anything before. Still trying.

[@drmatt357]

myhre2011 - You made it to 64 and still get excited about trying new things in life. I’d say you’re winning Sir!😉

[@lvnitlovnit09]

HOLY SUPER SHARP EDGE BATMAN! Matt, I saw this this morning, went out and bought some of that same tape and some tomatoes. Followed your instructions as closely as possible and WOW! Sliced through that tomato on the 4K and 8K like a hot knife through butter! One final question: Should I strop it now or tomorrow just before I shave?

[@drmatt357]

Great going Pauli! I was following the feed on FB. I love hearing the "GOTTA SET THE BEVEL" crowd chime in with having to get the 1K and grind the shit out of the blade. They're like clock work. 3,2,1... there they go! 😆 Bevel setting is over rated! Strop after having it on the stone. If you have a prep strop or linen, go 20 and then 40 on leather. Just before the shave, go 10/20.

[@lvnitlovnit09]

@@drmatt357 thanks for this also. I'm glad you clarified not using the 1K for something like this. I was tempted but I'm glad I jumped in with the group. But I've always been one to bow to experience....it's like personality, and personality goes a long way with me!

[@Bearcwy]

Great video DrMatt ! Yes that was a horse hide strop from Kieth (Tomonagura) off Etsy. Please don't include me in the giveaway I have plenty of nice razors, one you honed for me on a cuticle! Glad to finally see a new video from you, I know you have been missed. Thanks for another great and informative video.

[@drmatt357]

Bearcwy - Thanks Joe! I thought it was horse!

[@treasureseekers4237]

Dr Matt Howdy! I am new to your channel and I dig your videos on the straight razors. I just bought my first straight razor at the age of 70 and had a question for you. Is putting the 3M tape needed every time I sharpen it or is it just for the first time only? Because I see you sharpening razors without the tape. Just curious. I like how you get into explaining things. Thanks Craig

[@drmatt357]

Most of the time I do not use tape but remember this is for beginners and the tape will make it easier to form an apex and get a shaving edge from the get go.

[@svcaramia]

Hi doc, looks like you have been hitting more than the stones. Looking fit. I should get the razor cause I am a nice guy Love the vids. Always great advice

[@magnoliamike]

I think I should get it cause I never owned a straight razor b4 but I do use Shavettes I know I know it’s the “Lazy Straight Razor way”. But even though it’s less maintenance it has been alot if great practice! I’m also a jersey boy so “Trenton Razor Company” is most likely Trenton NewJersey! If I win I promise to learn all there is to know about straight razor shaving! I already have a 1000 stone, it’s a “KRAMER by Zwilling”. Don’t know if it’s good or not ... it was my brothers and he used it for sharpening knives and he gave it to me because he knows about my traditional WetShaving hobby! 💈😁🤞💈 Fingers crossed! Your the best 👨‍⚕️ Matt!

[@drmatt357]

Mike Rose - Thanks Mike.

[@codymccluskey074]

Love your videos...i just bought 2 $20 razors off amazon and gonna go try to sharpen then now....i have a razor also thats passed down to me through my grandfather that i dont know much about and was wo ndering if you have ever seen one like it before

[@drmatt357]

Have to be careful on the Amazon razors. Many of them are not real. Have a link?

[@codymccluskey074]

@drmatt357 heres my link for my old razor i mentioned...it was my grandfathers and i cant find much info on it....anything you might know would really be much appreciated....thank you sir....kzbin.info0ah4LaBs-W0?si=E6RF9o-hu4ukRX4d

[@drmatt357]

It's an old one but I can't tell you much about the history. I'm sure some viewers know much more than I do.

[@jasonclapp5051]

Hi I have just found your videos. I have been DE shaving for about a year and a half and have been thinking about moving to a straight razor shaving. I would be honoured to have the razor as a first starter. Greetings from Australia!