Quick Tutorial: Learn How To Shave with a Straight Razor

Geofatboy demonstrates how to shave with a traditional straight razor. Follow along and see if you can do it yourself. After a proper straight razor shave your beard will be so smooth you likely can skip a day of shaving. Get a barber shop quality shave at home and enjoy the satisfying sense of accomplishment that comes with learning a new skill. How to shave with a straight razor. Follow along during a straight razor shave. Heartfelt Thanks to all of our viewers, customers, followers, and clients for supporting us in going on 13 years of success in the Shaving Supply business! Click on More or Show More (below) to purchase the items shown in this video or go to ShaveNation.com And-let us know what razor you’d like to see in an upcoming episode of Geofatboy’s Everyday Shave!
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[@wazzzuuuppp2158]

why does everybody have a bathroom the size of a baseball field except for me

[@poncho2431]

its ok same here bud

[@JesusFreak0381]

For realz though!!! Lol 😂

[@supernova1976]

Y A B I T C H 215 his bathroom is not big that's a green screen behind him it's a picture weed after in edit .

[@alexkastano96]

wazzzuuuppp 215 he just shaves in a hallway )))

[@peterharrison8756]

@SHUR SHOT Aye and the UK pal

[@someoneonyoutube1993]

I go to an old school Italian barber once in a while. When I lay backwards with a wet towel over my eyes and hear the guy sharpening the blade a pray God let me leave this place alive. Awesome experience. As long as you don't hear a whisper in your ear " Don Corleone sends his regards "...

[@mahmoudalawneh8808]

This legit made me laugh hahahahaha

[@legacy4179]

Plenty of old-school gangsters have met up with UNNATURAL CAUSES of death with warm towels over their faces while getting shaved at their favorite barbershop. Which brings their overall intelligence into question. I mean, you're a f**king gangster with a multitude of enemies; Why in the hell would you allow anyone to place a towel over your face much less at the same barbershop that you patron every Friday at exactly 3:30 pm? When you have those kinds of murderous enemies, you either shave your damn self or employ a barber who does house calls. 🏃💨 🔫

[@joak7058]

Ahahahahahaha

[@darkcharmrecords]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣... Eyes open at all times. gotta watch for people moving around the barber too, I once had a kid run into the barber while he was shaping my line up with a razor - life flashed before my eyes, told him just to leave it and put the razor away lol

[@jtaylor9585]

Never had a dad to show me how to do this. Thanks

[@geofatboy]

Just the type of Gent I do this for-Thanks! I'm glad I could help.

[@namedfellow9101]

Damn....how u born if no dad

[@plus315]

He’s Jesus.

[@zerojason999]

Yes same here. Thanks

[@davidacevedo2751]

damn I never had a sad period! we're self made bro👍

[@meltoncul]

A solid year now. Only minor nicks occasionally, no bandaids. About 12 straight razors, 3 shavettes, 4 strops, 3 hones and gobs of soaps, mugs, balms, creams, witch hazel, brushes, etc. SUPER SHAVES and a real feeling of accomplishment. I even wonder if I've forgotten how to shave with a cartridge razor because I don't want to waste a good beard on one. LOL. I'm 75.. I learned about 75% of it from your videos, Geofatboy. Thanks for excellent instruction.

[@geofatboy]

Thanks so much for sharing and for your continued support! Love it!

[@TheBladerunner73]

hey geofatboy. I am a barber in the U.K and shaving is a pretty big part of my job and I must say your video is on point. you would put a lot of professional barbers to shame. well done matey

[@geofatboy]

+Vince Marsh Thanks very much! Greatly appreciated Vince!

[@Melkitzedeq]

Without any use of a pre shave cream?On a tutorial?No way...

[@Osprey1994]

@@Melkitzedeq 12 year old video, 7 year old comment, and then there is your comment. He has a video about using pre-shave in 2020 but I have seen plenty of barbers get a smooth shave with a simple hot towel and a good shaving cream.

[@magnusosmond1835]

@@Osprey1994personally I don’t even use shaving cream

[@gorankoilic6571]

Geofatboy would be an excellent barber.

[@AdamFPV]

I must have watched your video 5 times before I got the balls to do it. Got all the kit even an alum block just in case. Took the plunge today. No cuts and no more paying extortionate prices for Gillette blades. Cheers for this video. Helped me alot.

[@docfate]

Geo, you taught me how to shave with a straight razor. You are like the father that I never had. Thanks Brother!

[@douglasspencer745]

I must say your videos are great, I'm 57 and thought I knew how to shave! I've been using double edge safety razor for sometime, got myself a straight razor just this week, with your video I've been able to do a full shave first time out of the box with the cut throat, would never have been able to without your tuition thank you from an enthusiast from across the pond

[@millionsk86]

Tried it tonight. Even though I cut myself a little my skin got WAY less irritated than when I use my usual 4-5 blades mach something razor. Definitely gonna keep trying to get better using a straight razor. Thanks for the amazing video!!!

[@tonyfrancisco370]

Hello! How was shaving with a straight razor now?

[@CallMePaine]

To almost a million people you were like a dad teaching them how to use a straight razor! Thank you so very much! Greetings from India!

[@geofatboy]

Visit: shavenation.com/ For all your Shaving Supplies! Have A Great Shave, Have A Great Day!

[@LibertyWW]

Will you have the full hollow ground DOVO from this video available on your site soon?

[@geofatboy]

sxwthvndzl Dovo Full Hollow Ground Black Razor: shavenation.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=303_3_36&products_id=1415

[@Anonymous-pd1rl]

Are there any straight razors that you know would be good for a beginner for around 30 dollars

[@geofatboy]

Richard Manns In the $30 range, you will need to go with a shavette style straight razor: www.shavenation.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=303_10

[@fearcity78]

I might just be ordering the straight kit you have!

[@DestyNova1008]

First time shaving with a straight razor tonight. Happy with the results full shave under 15 mins and no major cuts.Will keep going with wet shaving!!

[@abdalrzakabd8287]

I need help on shave

[@isaiah1corinthians598]

@@abdalrzakabd8287 I wish I could help you. You are 1 reason of many I want to gain knowledge and experience with shaving to help people you and me.

[@girafe88]

My grandfather was a barber. This year I started cutting my own hair and I then got interested in shaving as well. I asked my family if we inherited some blades when my grand father passed away. My oncle got me a briefcase with lots of scissors, a couple clippers and 3 straight razors. They all are in quite good shape and super sharp. After watching your video I practised a bit and now my arms and chest are a mess lol. But thanks for the detailed video, in 15 minutes I already broke my fear barrier :)

[@bobbyleglocks1992]

I saw this video when I was just getting into straight razor shaving. Im 44 years old now and still using it. Cheaper and therapeutic in a way.

[@assaft2011]

Hi, i bought a straight razor a month ago after seeing your movies, Thank you very much. i am still a rookie, but that is the best shave I had in years. Thank you. √

[@geofatboy]

+Assaf Tsur Love to hear stuff like that! Enjoy Assaf!

[@michaelvinci7074]

After shaving with a DE for 6-7 months - I'm ready to try shaving with a straight. Your videos are great, man. Your calm attitude and no-nonsense approach to holding a deadly weapon against your throat is badass. I'm considering a Dovo 5/8 hollow-ground.

[@norbertstepien9185]

Only someone, like myself, who tries to use a straight razor can appreciate the shaving skill of Geo. Talking and shaving at the same time, very impressed!

[@Th3Guardian12]

I've been watching your videos for sometime now and feel ready for a straight razor. Can't wait for mine to arrive today. I'll definitely order the Dovo from this video once I become more proficient. Thank you so much for educating me and giving me a tradition I can pass to my boys when their old enough to shave. You are the man!

[@geofatboy]

+JOSE RODRIGUEZ That's awesome Jose! Pay it forward!

[@Fecesicus]

The sound of the black shaving is so satisfying.

[@geofatboy]

The black shaving?

[@Fecesicus]

Blade. I... don't know why I typed black... I don't know what I'm doing.

[@nickc3053]

How awkward would this be if he was black lol

[@oujisanhikari18]

Fecesicus u must be drunk

[@StuntManCottonMouth]

i just wanted to take the time to thank you as i have watched a lot of your vids such as shaving with cut throat, sharpening with strop, pre-shaving and they have helped me with using my cheap razor so now i can spend a little bit more money on a decent cut throat and not take my face off. many thanks and keep posting. Scott

[@multimeter2859]

My first straight razor is coming in the mail as I type this. I recently switched over to a safety razor and have had some success. Looking forward to taking the next step up in manliness.

[@coreyk67]

I tried to use a straight razor last night... its nerve racking, I chickened out :)

[@zfly2009]

I felt the same way...shaving my nuts...

[@zfly2009]

No I pluck that.. Its easy on the ingrowns...

[@jeroenvanbroekhoven7325]

zfly2009 Best comeback I've seen so far on KZbin hahahaha!

[@geofatboy]

+Corey Kelly Practice on your arm or your thigh, then try it on your face. It's not rocket science. Each shave will improve your technique.

[@callumwilliams8167]

I’m 15 and started using one of these off the bat, yes I cut myself a few times but it’s nothing too serious:) if I can nearly do it I’m sure you will do fine

[@TheStratman007]

I really like your words of safety. I was just surfing here, but I will next check to see if you have a company with these items for sale. You seemingly went to a lot of trouble to produce this. The least I can do is patronize your company. Many thanks ~Mark~

[@laelp]

+Dr. Mark A. Lovell He does have a company! It is shavenation.com

[@geofatboy]

+Dr. Mark A. Lovell You didn't see the link below with the company name?

[@RandyLeeSnyderJr]

I absolutely LOVE how you can hear it cutting so perfectly! Makes it feel like shaving is worth while.

[@geofatboy]

+RandyLeeSnyderJr Right on! We all love that sound!

[@meltoncul]

I sincerely THANK YOU for your instructive Straight Shaving videos! I have followed your instructions and stuck with it, on about 80 shaves now. You stressed perseverance. That's the key (plus excellent instruction). So thank you, Fatboy.. (I have also bought a lot of your products which have all been quality items, fairly priced, and were delivered very swiftly).. BTW, I'm 74.

[@geofatboy]

You're never too old right? Thank you for shopping at Shavenation.com Thanks very much for your kind words and ongoing support. I'm thrilled that I assisted in some small way and that you now look forward to your straight shaves!

[@EasyTarget82]

like every new blade you use, youll get nicks and cuts but after a while youll get used to it and get the flow

[@geofatboy]

+Derek S Exactly, takes some getting used to.

[@zphatman]

@@geofatboy if I don't accidentally slit my throat before then

[@csimpson14]

Hey Geofatboy. I’ve been learning a lot from your videos - thanks for uploading such good content. “There’s nothing you can’t learn without practice” is some pretty sound advice for all things in life!

[@geofatboy]

Thank you!

[@GoMercials]

Just got my first straight razor for Christmas. Thanks for the tips. Very helpful

[@geofatboy]

+A Barmania Enjoy!

[@Jestunes]

I just bought a straight edge razor. Thank you for your demonstration. I will remember to use small strokes and start off slowly so I don't dig in my skin. Thank you...

[@geofatboy]

Practice makes perfect!

[@riphaven]

Will Burton... I use to be worried around my chin to but over time you will get more confident and shave without even a thought about it. This video was where I learned and anyone who I get into straight razor shaving I tell them to watch this first. Thanks geofatboy for posting this for all of us.

[@markd7762]

How do you care for the blade? Do you sharpen in yourself? I had a hot shave once with a straight razor and it was amazing. I want to give this a try.

[@biggur5]

Most of the straight razors have a slot where you have to insert half a double edge blade . I've rarely seen one like the one this gentleman has

[@pApAJohn541]

Hands down best shaving channel on KZbin!

[@geofatboy]

+Derrick Walls Woot Woot! Awesome, Thanks!

[@geofatboy]

Thanks Derrick!

[@garethweare6441]

my wife likes 2 fingers in the front and 2 in the back as well

[@أحمدالمحروقي-ج8ظ]

Gareth weare lol women use straight razors too.

[@sandroventura4922]

Best comment ever man!

[@augdawg66]

Lmao

[@indiansneakerking6815]

Hahahaha

[@siypic]

She told me........ i told her Id given up bowling a few years ago...

[@TheCannondale97]

Geo, because of you I now wet shave. Started with a Edwin Jagger from you and now have a good collection of Vintage razors. Today I have purchased a restored vintage straight. Because of you the first shave went great! Thanks for the great videos and teaching us what to do. YOU DA MAN!!!

[@geofatboy]

+TheCannondale97 Nice! You Da Man Too!

[@stevenwest1494]

I love how positive you are as if to speak to the person who's already said to himself bleeding in a mirror "I can't do it!!!" I'll definitely try using my other hand now as I've been struggling trying to shave one side of my face with the same hand.

[@fixizin]

My brothers... START practicing with the tops of your feet, backs of the hands, etc. until you develop "the touch"... NOT your neck, mustache area, etc. ;^)

[@geofatboy]

+Ian Sinclair Practice on your thigh or arm. then try the face.

[@Johnnytcod]

Thank you for the fantastic advice! I would have never thought of that. My feet are so buttery smooth right now, lol.

[@Mikey-ym6ok]

Wish I read your comment 7 years ago lol

[@fetchmasters]

Okay. Here I go. Wish me luck. Moving from my safety razor to a straight.

[@geofatboy]

+Thomas Aaron Good luck Thomas!

[@bahtszbedevi941]

Thomas Aaron how you doing now mate?

[@georgespicquart626]

Good luck stranger man

[@1BestEnemy]

Rip

[@RussellMcMaster]

Thomas did you survive your first straight razor shave??

[@alinorman]

True, most gents do like 2 in the front & two in the back ;)

[@geofatboy]

+Ali Norman Lots of comments on that remark...

[@Elfin4]

Just attempted my first straight shave today after my eldest son bought me a Dovo razor for Xmas. I was surprised at how easy I was able to use my left hand and felt more comfortable with my left than my right, which was strange and not what I expected. Only a small nick which I think is to be expected. I feel that I am leaving a lot more bristle than when using my safety shaver. However, I am not going to push this to much or apply more downward pressure as I believe it will as you say just take time to master. All in all, I was impressed with the Prorasso shaving soap. Just got to practice now and remember to do more than one pass to get the result. Thanks for the video, very helpful and comforting to watch before I started myself. Now I'm going to make a strop to keep it razor sharp. Thanks again

[@JoeCubicle]

Finally... a straight forward vid on what to do! Why are there so many vids on straight razor shaving where they don't talk, they just shave and don't say a word. Good job GeoFatBoy!

[@jasongraves1841]

Just got one for a gift I went Turkey two years ago and got my first real shave .

[@popolz]

Nicked my self twice on the first 2 shave. 1st time I slid the razor a little sideways and drew blood. The 2nd time I started with the wrong angle (i knew it was like 55-60° and took the risk since I didn't know what it would do...) and the razor dug in a little. Start with 20-30° and short strokes. It's actually scarier than it really is!

[@XGOD3210]

"Two in the front, two in the back... that's how most men like it..." I LOSE MY SHIT EVERYTIM XD

[@geofatboy]

Yep, Left it wide open on that one... I really was referring to the razor!

[@jakers1517]

Thanks guy. I bought my 1st straight razor today. I've never shaved with one before, so your video is most helpful.

[@corey0007]

got my 1st straight razor in the mail the other day. I've shaved twice with it. I LOVE it. Couldn't have done it without your videos. A million thanks.

[@geofatboy]

+Corey Schulz Thanks very much Corey!

[@Delluvian]

Thanks for the tutorial. I just bought a straight razor and would probably have cut my own throat without this guide.

[@geofatboy]

Nice! I'm glad to help keep you out of harm's way :)

[@paveldzhurylyuk6076]

Do you really need the bush and all the prep?

[@TheHumanKeyboard]

Using a quality brush and soap makes a much easier shave for me.

[@Mrpastry909]

The only essentials for s straight razor are the razor, strop, hone (or service) and cream/soap. Though if you use a soap a brush is more or less necessary, but don't discount either. Brushes allow a little to go a long way. To be honest with a brush, a $3 bar of shaving soap could last a year. It will also help conserve most shaving creams yore already using since it helps a little to a long way.

[@CamTheKid]

If you don't want to get razor burn and those little red dots yes, it's also allows for a smoother shave. You'll also want to use and after shave or lotion.

[@jommonox]

Great tutorial man. Every "real man" should shave like that!

[@alphashavingworks]

This one video taught me to shave. I watched it again just now for about the 20th time. I never get tired of it.

[@SuburbanSelfReliance]

This is the first video that got me into wet shaving, and I have never looked back! I have used a Gillette Flare Tip Super Speed 1955 A3 Razor for 4 years now. The wife got me a DOVO Silver Steel for the holidays and I am about to take the plunge into the world of straight razor shaving! Already have my shopping cart full of a few accouterments that I need (barber towel, honing stones, etc) that I didn't quite need with the safety razor. Thanks Geofatboy for putting together some really informative videos!

[@geofatboy]

+RationalPrepping Thanks Prepper! Greatly appreciated. Enjoy your new shaving swag!

[@ryansimmonds731]

Brilliant!! a much closer shave than the modern razors. better on skin to I hear, you wont break out as much after using one as oppose to a 6 blade safety piece of garbage. thanks

[@markpoulsen1804]

How long do those razors last?

[@123mcgarrigle]

Up to 100 years if maintained well!

[@trigunnn2]

first and last shaving video I will watch very well done, very well explained and well spoken thank you =)

[@geofatboy]

+TRIGUND Very nice! Thank you very much!

[@oloebo]

Thank you so much for this very clear & informative video. About 12 years ago I bought a straight razor with the intention of shaving. Getting the straight razor near my neck the words "cut throat" keep going through my mind & I renounced on the idea of shaving with it. Now, thanks to watching this video several times I have tried & been successful shaving with my left & right hand. I just ordered a Dovo Master from you. Greetings from Switzerland. Oliver

[@dah_pizza_boi5965]

I recently started using a straight razor to shave the sides of mohawk and I must say that the clean crisp line next to my mohawk is the closest thing to a professional shave and its quite wonderful

[@stevemartin4696]

Im going to try a straight razor, but im going to have to hide it from myself when im drunk ;)

[@CHUBBYBUNNYvv]

This gave me anxiety lol

[@i1730]

Do you shave your legs with a straight razor

[@ozmobozo]

@@i1730 None of your business pervy bastard

[@benireges]

@@ozmobozo Lol it's a 2-year-old comment.

[@Proxyincognito]

1st timer here (did first shave 10 min ago) "OMG this vid is sooo long, you cut stuff i get it allready!" 4 cuts later i'm back and taking notes properly.

[@guganesan.ilavarasan]

Still cutting ?

[@Proxyincognito]

@@guganesan.ilavarasan rarely, but when i do its clean and shallow. Practice makes perfect, but maintenance is still a thing i need to work on. I blunted my last razor while sharpening it and need to learn how to properly do that. Nevertheless, looking at this video again brings back many good shaving memories :)

[@billybob-xy5pt]

@@Proxyincognito wow, surprised to see someone reply after 7 years, I've recently made the switch to a straight razor, you first comment was very relatable 😂😂😂

[@Proxyincognito]

@@billybob-xy5pt ikr, its surpriseng how fast one can learn after waving a sharp metal object in his face and failing at it hahaha

[@billybob-xy5pt]

@@Proxyincognito exactly, as long as you don't cut yourself too badly.... You live and learn 😂😂

[@SgtMantis]

This looks much more forgiving than I thought it would be. Ive been using a DE for years now and have been considering taking the plunge to straight razors. The switching hands thing might be a tad tricky, but I think I could handle it. Thanks a lot.

[@JimWalkOn]

A great video! I just received a Feather Artist Club folding razor for my birthday. I told my wife if she bought me anything related to shaving that she should consider Shave Nation as I've benefited from your videos. She did use Shave Nation and I hope others do as well. Amazon may have it cheaper but your videos help and also inspire. Anyway, I have to admit I was a bit nervous since it was my very first time. I also have to admit that I cut myself several times. Nothing big but enough to get my attention! Afterward, I found this video and discovered I wasn't holding the razor in the proper fashion. I've watched it three times now, pausing at various points to practice my grip to make sure it is right. I think my next go around will be better. Finally, I was happy to hear you say that the learning curve is steep and not short. That makes me feel not so bad about my first attempt! Thanks again!

[@corvettecoupe3731]

Notice how there seems to be a retaliation against cartridge razors? Is it the economy or are people starting to wake up with more accessibility to better quality traditional shaving products...

[@JohnBarrow1961]

I think it's just that when you try a safety razor or straight razor and get the hang of it, you realize how crappy the multi-blade jobs are. That and, like you said, it's a lot cheaper to shave using the older style methods. I'll never go back.

[@RashedHiyasat]

i've switched to straight razors because i have a beard, and trimming it and giving it a shape is impossible with safety razors, if you want a good shave you need a straight one

[@LightningForest]

Eh, my face get irritated from regular three blades, so I wanted an alternative. I came here, but decided I probably couldn't learn this. Then the other day I went to get my haircut at an old barbershop, and the I got a shave there with a straight razor. My face didn't get irritated by the straight razor and I left feeling relaxed. (Plus straight razors are pretty manly.)

[@geofatboy]

+Rashed Hiyasat Great for line ups and trimming.

[@geofatboy]

+Corvette Coupe People are sick of shelling out Ca$h for crappy replacement cartridges that end up in a landfill!

[@abadplanner1]

Clint Eastwood had great straight razor shaves while killing the black hat guys

[@geofatboy]

Love Clint in those old spaghetti westerns!

[@cyberhaggis]

Instructions unclear: I circumcised myself. And I'm not even Jew.

[@geofatboy]

Well, congratulations on your Briss...

[@brucealmightyman]

There are a lot of gents on youtube that give tutorials, but when im unsure of something, I find myself seeking your advice.... thanks geofatboy. You are truly the wiseman shaver.

[@geofatboy]

+Bruce Wilson "Wiseman Shaver" Love it! I'll own that.

[@Bob-Maplethorpe]

Realized a little while back that I was bored shaving with my Mach3, and decided to make a change. After research, I now and waiting for my Dovo 105 and sharpening stones and strop. Thanks for the videos! A number of vloggers have made my pursuit of this new hobby interesting.

[@geofatboy]

+schmazly2 Good luck!

[@mylifestartsat8k]

i started using a straight razor at the age of 22, but when i watch geo i find that i copy his facial movements without realising, he's very experienced, i still learn small tricks here and there just by watching him. Thanks Geo!!

[@geofatboy]

+Mark G That's awesome Mark! Thanks for the nice comment.

[@meaty109]

Great video Geofatboy.....a couple of things I did when I started......#1) I use a pre-shave...I wanted to get all the advantage I could before shaving. #2) as a novice I started by only going down my cheeks....didnt mess with my neck or mustache or my chin till I built up some confidence especially getting down the correct angle.

[@pipsocietyrealmoney9094]

Kudos to you buddy. Took the dive and bought myself a disposable straight razor set today. My face is incredibly smooth but my neck took a bit of a beating. Managed to pull a few hairs and cause some bleeding but you made this look so easy.

[@jasonjohnson6593]

Thank you. I just got a straight razor and I honestly dont know how to use it and this helped me alot.

[@jonathanlewis4077]

Hello guys I just did my very first razor shave with my new straight razor shave today. I know it’s a challenge but I will definitely get it with practice each time I’m really happy with my first shave not Perfect in all good time. Good luck guys you guys can do it to.

[@m0nt3s]

Thank you so much! I ordered my first straight razor and was afraid because I didn't know what to do. You were very informative and know I have the best shave of my life because of you, thank you

[@geofatboy]

Thank You! Happy to help.

[@d2pcso]

I watched these videos back when they were new. Did my first straight razor shave last night. Only one small nick. Great video, it was a big help.

[@vexingrabbit1824]

I switch to a straight razor because I was tried of cutting myself and having bumps from a 4 bladed razor. Thanks for the tutorial, I been shaving with a straight razor with the last 5 months and I'm happy with it. No cuts, bumps, redness on my neck, and a closer shave compare to the 4 blade razor. Yes the straight razor is really pricey but worth it and its my partner in crime now and for life. Now I feel like a badass when I shave which is a plus. :D

[@geofatboy]

Shawn Stein It's all part of the Zen-Like experience that is Straight Razor Shaving! Better for you: You feel like a B.A. doing it! Better for your skin: One blade results in less irritation than 2-3-4-5-6-50 blades Better for the environment: Not adding to the millions of cartridges dumped. DONE!

[@2704Michael]

I brought myself a Dovo yesterday and plan on having a go with it shortly, this video has been very helpful but i think I will keep the EMT on speed dial just in case. cheers mike

[@pashee23]

I just bought a Parker stainless steel razor and was looking for some video on how to get started.. This helped a lot.. Thanks!

[@geofatboy]

+Prashant Sharma Click the subscribe button, I've got videos shaving with Parker Shavette Razors. Check em out! kzbin.info

[@james8583]

Good info for newbies and or people that don't have dad's to show them the way. I saw a lot of people with problems of burn and irritation. I used mach 3 and now, at the moment, I use safety and straight razors. I can get a close shave with any of the three I mentioned above. What you have to do with a "disposable" and even safety razors is just have your skin wet. The "shave" with cream or soap will get most all your hair off, but to stop that burn and get smooth, splash your face with cold water and have your face drenched with water and put the disposable razor under the cold water, don't shake off excess, and pull your skin (you will feel the tiny, tiny stumbles; good enough like that, but to get ultra smooth) and shave your neck or face a few or 4 strokes and then rinse blades again, maybe put more cold water with left hand on area to be shaved and repeat shaving.You will stop all burns and the like. I know people that shave with a mach 3 in the shower without soap. Remember, it has nothing to do with the razor, as long as it is relatively sharp. It's like cutting tile and using water to help the cutting process. Really wet face with some water on the blades and there will be no friction, that's why we burn or get irritated, outside of pimples and the like. My dad and his friends (dad born in 1919) used to use safety and straight razors but switched because of the ease of use.Watch old movies (1930s to 1970s) and everybody and their brother, all ages, are using straight or safety razors and it was no big deal and blades didn't cost and arm and a leg (referring to straight razors). Just use good soap and cream and plenty of water and the "disposable" razors won't burn you and will do , but a lot more safely, the exact same thing as a double edge blade, it's only a double edge blade with one side exposed, that's all it is and you only use one side at a time, when you get three with a mach 3. Like I said, the last few years I have been using safety razors and straight razors, but every now and then I throw in my mach 3 and it does a good job.Thanks God BlessJamez

[@leodwain90]

My face thanks you. I got a gorgeous straight razor for Christmas and figured “How hard can it be?”. Day 2 I found your tutorial and now instead of two big cuts I only got two small ones! So thank you 👍🏻

[@fixedified]

Thanks, You showed me what I figured out by trial and error and forgot 33 years ago. I just bought two different type again torestart. I will save and recomend your video.

[@purebreedbiker]

i just had my first shave with a straight razor and i love it after watching this video i found the way i done it was slightly wrong but it still worked i got 3 tiny cuts nothing to worry about it i feel a new hobby and collection comming on

[@hadrianmyers]

Thank you for this excellent tutorial! I just finished my first straight razor shave with decent results and no nicks, thanks largely to the excellent advice and demonstration given here. This really is the way to shave, for anybody interested. Very soothing and the end result is finer with less stress on your skin. BULLY.

[@geofatboy]

Adrian Myers Many people will think that you are much younger than your actual age in years. Can it be attributed to shaving with a straight razor? I'd like to think so... BULLY!

[@AhmedSaeed-yd5yi]

I FINALLY SHAVED WITH A STRAIGHT RAZOR ON MY OWN...all thanks to you!!!

[@geofatboy]

Yay! Nice going.

[@gfunk63901]

The video that started it all. For you and for me. Started in 2013 and use straight 90% of time and double edge and just bought Feather DX teak shavette

[@patrickedwards7107]

Sor thank you I appreciate how no frills and to the point you are this is one of the more concise and honest videos I've watched I've just begun my journey and made the switch to the straight razor. Excellent content you have helped me.

[@BobJ61]

Just bought my first straight razor, this video has helped immensely. Ta muchly, good sir!

[@geofatboy]

+Robert James You got it brother!

[@aaronchintz1822]

Just wanted to say thanks for this tutorial. Just did my first straight shave, and thanks to this video, I came out with a cleaner shave than any cartridge I've ever used. I have no razor burn or bumps, and I only nicked myself a couple of times (and with a blade this sharp, the cut was so gentle and clean, I didn't even realize I'd nicked the skin until I saw a bit of blood coming up). Geo may be right in saying it will take around 100 shaves to reach your perfect technique, but with a little bit of homework, even a complete novice can come out pretty well. For anyone not sure that they want to try straight shaving, let me expound on the benefits. First is cost. Straight shaving can be expensive to get into, but the long-term costs are nowhere near what you get with cartridge systems. The cheapest decent cartridge I've found is the Pace 6 from Dorco USA. This company supplies Dollar Shave Club, so you may know the blade as the DSC Executive. These babies run $1.70 apiece when you buy a single 4-pack. A Gillete Fusion will set you back a whopping $4 per blade at WalMart. I bought a Parker straight razor with 100 disposable blades for $30 on Amazon. While I definitely want to get a proper razor eventually, I highly recommend this for anyone just getting their feet wet. You don't want to invest $200+ in the razor, strop, hone, etc and then find out it just isn't for you. My total initial investment including the razor, blades, pure badger brush, brush/razor stand, lather mug, and a big cake of shave soap came to about $60. If I get even two shaves out of a blade, that equates to almost 2 years' worth of shaves for the cost of about 1 years' worth of Fusion cartridges. Replacement packs are about $7.50 for 100 blades. Second, you get a better shave. No matter which cartridge I used, I always got missed stubble and razor bumps on my neck, even with a fresh blade. I've been shaving with cartridges for almost 15 years, and my first try with a straight razor is as close as any cartridge shave I've ever had. I also have no unsightly razor bumps. With even a month of practice, I know I'll be well beyond what I've ever been able to do with cartridges. Third, It just feels cool. Yes, it's more of a process (until I get a solid timed routine down, I'm going to be shaving at night instead of in the morning), but that process includes a bit of pampering yourself. Yes, putting a hot moist towel on your face helps soften the whiskers for a better shave, but it also feels damn good. It's relaxing. It's somehow just inherently more manly to bust out the lather mug and brush instead of some aerosol tube of goop and scrape off facial hair with an actual blade instead of some flimsy plastic nonsense. If that isn't enough of an experience for you, you can always play the Sweeney Todd soundtrack in the background.

[@geofatboy]

+Aaron C Hintz I think 100 is kind of steep, I was pushing the limit. Most Gents take to it a lot quicker than that!

[@Abewillow]

I just used a straight razor for the first time. It was due to this video that I bought one. Thank you, despite the nicks I know I'm going to enjoy this.

[@conversationalshaving9805]

Hard to believe this was thirteen years ago, but I think this video will really help me with my own learning curve for this type of shaving. Thanks for posting it.

[@geofatboy]

I'm guessing it's helped a few people over its 13 year lifespan!

[@conversationalshaving9805]

@@geofatboy No doubt, and I've ordered from you several times over the years and will probably order more soon.

[@markgaskell5370]

Got my first straight razor from my GF for Xmas :) I've watched a LOT of tutorials and I had to drop you a message to say your videos are by far the best and most informative, really enjoyed them and feel confident going into my first shave now. Thanks, Geo! Mark, Wigan (UK)

[@geofatboy]

+Mark Gaskell Thanks very much Mark! Glad I could help.

[@hollywoodjay09]

Thank you! As a future barber student you hit the nail on the head. There are lots of videos that are not taught this way.

[@ryanwright7070]

Damn that was smooth as hell. I just started using one and its the first time I actually enjoy shaving. But I'm definitely not that fast. Havent cut myself yet but my neck always feels kinda raw afterwards. I'm not sure if its just sensitive skin or user error.

[@AccountantByDay553]

i am 19 started shaving with a cheap Straight Razor a while ago, Worth it! its scary at first but you get used to it! cant wait to get a nice one! thanks for the vids man!

[@geofatboy]

+Ravel Perez Great, Thanks Ravel!

[@jgrowland24]

I just bought my 1st straight razor a week ago and your videos have been a huge help! Thanks!

[@jonathanselaya9367]

You're an awesome teacher, and like you said "There is nothing you can't learn" so I'm gonna try this. Very nice tutorial congrats!!!

[@geofatboy]

Thank you Jonathan! Enjoy!

[@ManForToday]

When applying the cream, do you 'paint' the lather on with the brush or push down so it separates then go in circular motions? Which one are you meant to do, my new badger hair brush only works with painting it on allowing me to keep the brush's natural shape, but its giving me poor lather (isn't thick).

[@geofatboy]

You can apply lather in a circular motion, painting back and forth, or Geo's Figure Eight Method... Or a combination of all of the above.

[@geofatboy]

Here's How: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZSXiWaFjpujeJI

[@edunderfinger6545]

I started shaving with a straight razor five weeks ago. Worth the effort to learn.

[@geofatboy]

+Ed Underfinger Excellent!

[@curlywurly1987]

first time using a cut throat today and all I can say is I feel a difference from using the multiblades types I don't have a rash or anything did nick myself two times but didn't even notice I'm guessing that's down to sharpness of the blade but I got a alum block which stop it straight away and thanks for your info it really helped understanding on using one.

[@randomap001]

This video was quite descriptive and I thoroughly enjoyed it. We'll see if it helped at all soon enough.

[@dominus1100]

This has got to be one of the best instructional videos I have seen on this subject. Well done & thanks. Great tuition, nice delivery. I will be using this to practice with my own developing straight shave.

[@dChen]

Thank you for this man. Really appreciate it. Got curious with straight razors and I've been wanting to have a clean shave. The safety razors just don't give a close enough shave for me. Big thanks!

[@geofatboy]

Thanks!

[@vijaysehdev5470]

You really are a star. Such an excellent range of video tuition and tips. You have taught me how to shave, thank you so much.

[@geofatboy]

+Vijay Sehdev Woh! Thanks for that most excellent comment Vijay!