Straight Razor Shave by Request

[@eltetters7194]

Geo is such a dude. Brother, if you’re ever in Bradford, holler at me and let’s talk, pizza, shaves and chicks 😂

[@izumionozaki6448]

Stretching skin is fundamental when I use the straight razor. The way I shave my customer 's beard, firstly, I give massage with applying beard gel which get them softer. Secondly, wrapping beard parts with a hot steaming towel. And then, lathering with warm shaving brush only half side. Never forget to check which direction each beard grows because it should be no two are alike the same as a fingerprint. First shaving is going with the grain. Second shaving is against the grain not to come blood out. Next, another side is applied a steaming towel again. And shave the same way. Believe or not, most of my customers usually fall in sleep during getting my shave. The best moment is when I hear the sound of their snore. I think myself they trust me although I'm using such a dangerous tool 😊 I really love my job so I respect Geo that he can shave with using both hands. Unbelievable ‼️

[@geofatboy]

If I came to you for a shave, I'm sure I'd get some zzz's in once the hot towel goes on! So relaxing. Thank you for your kind words and support!

[@izumionozaki6448]

Hi, Geo. I'm wondering if you want to try using other blade which I recommended you before, I will send it to you. I know you have some straight razors by Feather company. The blade my recommendation is not Feather's one but it's a superb combination of the two stuff. Believe me, I shave that way for my customers every day. Would you show me where to send it to you?

[@markdavid3076]

Respect! I'm not brave enough to try out a SR. You make it seem like you're having a stroll in the park.

[@geofatboy]

Nicely put-Thanks! You can do it!

[@thomaspowers6761]

no nicks, no blood, no errors. Nice shave Geo. I rarely accomplish that even with a safety razor.

[@bobbyscalchi4013]

I'm here for the Proraso review. Just ordered some after watching a Proraso ASMR shaving video and picking up all 14 of my ebay straights and polishing them, honing them, and stropping them right after a 20 year hiatus. Can't wait to try it.

[@paulbickley658]

Listen to this guy, he knows his stuff

[@geofatboy]

Thanks Paul!

[@jfbrko290]

Love that new Proraso apothecary mug! I put in a whole puck of Proraso red soap and now it's an everyday treat! 🥰

[@TWalsh2]

1:48 My OCD kicks in when I see someone squeeze a metal tube like that in the middle.

[@twozerouk]

Yes squeezing a toothpaste tube in the middle was punishable by death when I was a child!

[@geofatboy]

No worries-That's why we sell these: bit.ly/ToothpasteSqueezerSN

[@Smootus]

Amazing how loud Geo’s beard is, with a straight razor.... love the pre shave info.

[@azaz...]

sunday morning shaves are the best

[@davidwatson3035]

Well done, that razor didn't seem to be that sharp the way it was juddering but you did it. No missing parts or cuts! Respect.

[@geofatboy]

Wow, thanks!

[@mohameda.sattar3020]

Hi Geo. Your videos are really fantastic. Could you demonstrate for us how to use Turkish straight razor?

[@geofatboy]

Is a Turkish straight razor different than other straight razors?

[@mohameda.sattar3020]

geofatboy ,,,,, loading and unloading of blade seems to be different from others.

[@EunusRex]

@@mohameda.sattar3020 you mean a plastic, cheap barber's shavette like ali bıyıklı or sedef. they aren't straight razors.

[@tommyshoe-star1426]

I´m sorry for that question but maybe I was always doing it wrong. I use preshave, apply it to my wet face, let it there, rinse off and apply shaving creme/soap. You just applied soap over the preshave, is there a lot of difference if you rinse off or not in between?!

[@michaelvantuinen503]

Geo have you ever used barbasol out of the can. My dad and I have used that. My dad for years a proud but not arrogent one of the good cops retired corrections officer and me only 31 love your vidoes thanks

[@geofatboy]

Yes, it's not my fave, but I have. Try a brush and some real cream or soap from a tube or jar and you'll enjoy the experience and result much more. Props to you and your Dad!

[@saevans63]

Watching this shave brought back memories of watching my friend’s father shaving with a straight razor back in the 1960s. He used to shave old school in the laundry. Anyway nice shave Geo. I wouldn’t be game to use one myself and I’m very happy with the trusty old DE razor

[@assasertzis]

Greetings from Greece! I use a shavette and im interested also for more info about the straight razor

[@victorvonvoid1938]

Geo I have a question what type of razor you prefer on a daily basis, a security razor or a straight razor? I´m jut curious

[@geofatboy]

Safety razor for every day speed. Straight razor for a slow enjoyable shave... When time allows.

[@dougiesshavin1627]

Love my Boker/Shave Nation King Cutter. I use the proraso white sensative skin line. I like to finish my shave with a dusting of Pinaud Clubman powder for a nice barbershop feel and smell.

[@vonelmendorf]

Thanks for all the great videos. I'm a beginner so they're very helpful to re-watch before i pick the straight razor up to keep practicing.

[@magnoliamike]

I did my first straight razor shave yesterday and I survived no nicks or cuts!!! I think I was so confident cause I have tons of practice with a Shavette and a Kamasori style one that takes the feather artist club blades. I got a Gold Dollar honed by the Stallion on KZbin and I told him I was ready to step my game up and he recommended I get a Theirs-Issard. Do you have one of them?

[@geofatboy]

You're a natural Mike! And-Yes: bit.ly/SpartacusSN

[@magnoliamike]

@@geofatboy THANKS G!!! I just gotta practice my Stroping! Almost cut the leather today lol 😅

[@magnoliamike]

That Spartacus is badass

[@karmo0]

Do you happen to have a playlist you like to listen to when you shave?

[@geofatboy]

Actually I do, it's old might need an update but here it is: kzbin.info/aero/PL32434563C5262304

[@karmo0]

That link doesn't want to work on my end.

[@ShirazAhmed82]

I really love your shaving videos. Really informative and helpful. But can you shave with a straight razor with only your one dominant hands? Right or left. Will be more helpful for beginners like us. Have a great weekend. Thanks. 🙂

[@geofatboy]

Interesting-Maybe!

[@Shaverboy516]

Another great shave Geo, I love proraso too and you’re right they should make a balm in sandalwood.

[@dovydaskunickas1836]

The time has come. I recently saw Proraso red line aftershave balm in the cosmetics shop.

[@Konstantinos340]

i too wanted the red proraso in a balm, i always thought the alchohol will irritate me but boy was i wrong. I love the red proraso, cream, soap and aftershave lotion!

[@terrym1065]

Great shave Geo💈💈 Gotta get one of those bowls, pretty sweet. Stay safe. Enjoy!

[@markdavid3076]

Using a straight razor is something I just don't dare try just yet. Nice video Geo. You are the SHAVE MASTER! You the man!

[@Musikministeren]

i would like to see the semi slant vs the 37c and the razorine vs the feather kamisori..

[@AndrewKHill]

Geo, I’m redoing my bathroom. What lighting options would you recommend for optimal shaving? Thanks -Andrew

[@geofatboy]

Andrew-Love this question! I'd venture to say that about 90% of bathrooms have incorrect lighting for shaving, and it irritates the hell out of me. I think I'm going to make this into an upcoming video. Hope you can hold off for a few days and I'll get on putting this together!

[@AndrewKHill]

Thank you so so much Geo! Your video response is more than I could have ever asked for. I love your videos and I tell all my friends about your channel. Keep up the good work!

[@backbodyengineers9645]

Like the reviews and demos with all the different products. I see you use a tube often. Is there a way to get that type of consistent lather with Williams cake soap?

[@paulkissiah8083]

Are you using jet black hair dye

[@geofatboy]

Here you go: HAIR: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJXUlGyGbdJmaLc BEARD: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnLZd4SDgceFaLs

[@oxfordnoi5609]

hey geo, what do u have in mind when it comes to stainless steel blades apart from the derbyss ones.

[@geofatboy]

shavenation.com/search?q=feather+de+blades

[@jacobrmorton]

You are a pro at this Geo... I just received my first shavette (Feather DX wood) and I tore my face up (some good slashes). I hope I can get the hang of it! Lol, makes me wish I just used my Feather Safety 😂.

[@geofatboy]

You'll get there-practice makes perfect!

[@rastanurahrt9686]

Earlier I was using 3blade - razor. After seeing your videos, greatly inspired to use straight razor. Presently using straight razor (with at least 2 cuts per each shave), What I observed is that beard is growing too fast. By evening lot of stubble is building up. Is my assumption right. Any tips to maintain clean shave for minimum two days.

[@360bustakramer8]

Thanks so much for this video. You won’t believe I was watching (Daniel Craig) James Bond and fell in love with the straight shaver. Brilliant video, will be watching in the future.

[@Samuel-ge7im]

Nice shave Geo!

[@DJViking775]

Must be some magic with that bowl. I never get that much latter in my metal bowl.

[@BrettzGaming56]

Here's a tip: while bowl lathering, wring out/squeeze out the excess lather from the brush into your bowl, then continue lathering. I get tons of lather from this. Just make sure the brush isn't too wet or you could drown the lather.

[@azaz...]

geo, what are the differences between a pre shave oil and a pre shave cream? I've tried oil before but seems to clog the razor a little and i don't get a close as shave.

[@leonardocozza3140]

In third pass I have to go against the grain in xtgr because of my weird Hai growth... It goes without saying, it is very tough with shavette. Could you please Geofatboy make a video for that?

[@richardpartin9378]

How does this straight razor compare to a shavette?I have a shavette but it’s to harsh. Are traditional straights a bit smoother than a shavette?

[@Stewiestewieukkr]

I use a shavette and I'd be interested to know too. I do love the convenience of the shavette and do get good shaves from it, but I feel like my next step up will be to a real straight.

[@alexanderm.9566]

I agree with Owen. Skip shavettes until you have the basic skills and muscle memories. Just my unpleasant personal experiences...

[@dannybeeson5084]

A shavette works the same way a straight does but I've found are less forgiving. Mainly because the design requires you to operate it at a higher angle to the skin than a traditional straight razor does. I save my Feather Artist Club for travel where carrying around a strop isn't as practical. I would invest in a decent straight and perfect your technique with it before going back to using a shavette again. It takes a little more time because of the stropping process but I think the additional 5 minutes is well worth it,

[@alexanderm.9566]

@@dannybeeson5084 Very well said, thanks for the explanation Edit: And the exposed sharp corners blade on shavettes can easily nick you in tricky areas.

[@richardpartin9378]

Thanks for the replies.

[@mikeh9701]

Hi Geo- Great straight razor shave; thank you! Nicely done, as always! It is so instructive and enjoyable to watch you shave! I hope you have a great rest of the week. Take good care and be safe and be well. Best regards, as always, Geo!

[@Johnny-Five]

If you want that in balm I mix a little of the white balm with the lotion, but yeah a true balm would be nice.

[@geofatboy]

Excellent!

[@eazyfree5347]

another great shave

[@mr.chatterjee138]

Never seen u using shaving foam...may be someday in the future or never?

[@robm.gentile7245]

Hey Geofatboy, I’m sure there’s new students of Wetshaving along with me. Is there a video, or can you make a brief video explaining proper care and maintenance/ cleaning of razors, brushes, bowls? Also storage for them? Much love, Rob

[@tonyk.9212]

Great shave geo... You are the man!

[@EasyTarget82]

great shave!

[@AdventuresInWetShaving]

Great shave Geo, nicely done! ;) Yeah Buddy! Have a good day, take care and stay safe my friend! :) #Heart

[@robertocardona4737]

Well done !!

[@debuenzo]

my mustache and chin hair in my goatee are very coarse, and I have a difficult time removing it without irritation. Do you have any recommendations or suggestions?

[@geofatboy]

What are you shaving with?

[@debuenzo]

@@geofatboy a tungsteel straight from STL. Hollow ground. Norton 4k, 8k to naniwa 12k. Canvas then leather strop

[@debuenzo]

@@geofatboy any suggestions? Thanks

[@kentuckybeardsman]

Man I've gotta get one of those brushes!!

[@farsadgholamrezaein5188]

Hey geo how can I send you a Turkish style shavette for your review

[@adelebrahim7234]

Nice and thanks

[@joshua47315]

We always see geos pro shaving, but what about bloopers or stories about bad shaving. Maybe times before you were really good about this horror story knicks or cuts lol.

[@AnthonyCurreri]

Wow that takes a practice hand. I'd be afraid of cutting my nose off. LOL

[@johnnyboydianno]

Bout time cheers

[@hawkeye924]

Geo..... As always, You da MAN !!!!!

[@lukaraguz475]

Nice video Geo as always...well, i would like to see video where you shave with Feather Artist Club DX (kamisori or folding style, dosen't matter).😎

[@luisjuarez-lg9xp]

Do a video on worst razors and or shaving experiences please

[@michailkoutsouris4209]

great shave geo, greetings from Greece. How about doing a ''Rambo'' setup that you use: no pre-shave oil or cream, shaving soap with no scent, Muhle R41 with a feather blade and fine snake bite for your aftershave.

[@adamwilson1691]

Does shaving with a straight razor really give you a better shave than a safety razor? Looks like more of a hassle to me.

[@duncanidaho7494]

It won’t. For example if you take a R41 2011 edition it will be as close as a straight razor. It is more for the style ;)

[@JonBonesJones84]

Hell, yes!

[@starlodear2987]

Careful, kids. Geo makes it look easier than it is.

[@user-uy2jj2lg5i]

Thanks so much Geo! A great treat for us straight razor guys. Sometime in one of your next few videos, will you use the Spartacus again? We’ve seen it a couple times this year, but it’d be awesome to see it back in action.:)

[@vuitheirt4704]

could you do a shave with the Vibro shave electric razor lol

[@PRATHEEP.P.V]

Please review some indian shaving products

[@giovannig.stockinger4253]

Another great video, Mr Geo !!! Thanks very much. Would you accept the challenge of shaving using normal hands soap ? What is normally called "The warrior's shave" .

[@geofatboy]

Challenge accepted

[@Rood67]

I really want to try a straight razor. I went to double edge because my whiskers are so coarse. However, even on sale at there time of posting this video, the price is prohibitive.

[@JonBonesJones84]

It's not the price for me. It's the maintenance part. The stones are more expensive than the razor itself, plus the strops and oils and pastes. It's a great hobby for those who know what they're doing.

[@andreacusumano5669]

Recently i'm enjoying myself using a shavette razor, it has the jesture and look of the straight razor but at a fraction of the cost using the blades of a double edge. Of course we're talking about different things and i myself thought it was just a useless middle thing, instead i found a different style of shaving that pleases my needs better than any de that i tried so far. Maybe you could try it as i did and find what you prefer

[@mohsinabbass1782]

Why can I not come right south a straight razor jeez

[@gokulk9370]

FATHER OF SHAVING

[@Fogmaster1990]

Cheers 🍻

[@bobbyscalchi4013]

Pro tip! (And just the tip!) If you ever try to "manscape" down there or a shave your b@lls and navel with a straight. BE VERY AWARE ABOUT HOW YOU HOLD THE BLADE AND WHATS SURROUNDING IT AND HOW! Either plan on having a h@rd on or tape your junk to you're navel. 😂 . I cleaned up everything really nice with a combo of a old Boker and old Garland Cutlery straight, and as literally finished up on the undercarriage, I flopped forward and my tip fell on my sword! 😂. Gave myself a new pee hole! 😅 Actually it wasn't that bad. Shallow but sharp cut. Blade was so sharp I didn't even feel it. A pea sized amount of blood. A little Neosporin, two days of healing, good as new. 😂

[@LORENSSIOK]

Proraso heared you, now they have the red balm 😅

[@geofatboy]

Yes! Thanks Proraso.

[@jimmyhuston60]

😃😃😃😀👍👍👍

[@geofatboy]

Are you a fisherman?

[@jimmyhuston60]

Yes I am

[@kunalswamy4631]

Do a video where you do 3 passes as fast as you can 😂

[@kunalswamy4631]

@Frank L really hope he responds and does a video like that 😂

[@kunalswamy4631]

Frank L it would be his fastest shaving video haha

[@walid7885]

The technique is not there yet :) Confidence too. Need more practice Geo. Keep it up dude. I love your videos. Big fan.

[@BarberShave19]

Hey, Geo. There is a new razor that just came out a week ago or two. It is the Wilkinson Sword Quad Blade Razor. It is essentially a safety/cartridge razor hybrid. Check it out on Amazon... www.amazon.com/gp/product/B087CQ6TZV/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@KT-tc2wn]

The way that blade is jumping it needs to see a stone!

[@geofatboy]

I've already made an appt!

[@gokulk9370]

GRO A BEARD BRO

[@Henningberlin94]

1st 😱