Understanding Straight Razors

[@ModernRogue]

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[@Lb.q2]

Man we need more earl on this show

[@RobeonMew]

Can we *not* advertise Nord? or Raid?

[@adultlunchables]

You guys act like coked-up spazzes on this channel. How many uppers are you taking before each episode? Chill out guys.

[@El_Imperator_Del_Territorio]

I agree, hopefully he will be back on the show

[@jacobr3533]

You should do a video on single edge safety razors. Another vintage style that's on it's way back in. It's more for shaving your own face over getting your face shaved by a pro.

[@flurpes]

This dude has the chillest voice ever. "You're dying" "Oh, okay"

[@josephstalin9500]

This is great

[@DeputatKaktus]

„Oh, this is fine.“

[@1337fraggzb00N]

"Your tumor is malignant" "OMG say that again 🥰"

[@Scamstuff]

Enjoy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6u4YouteLd2oZo

[@cheskotokarev]

He sounds like they needed to buy a subwoofer just to be able to hear him

[@thejamman4070]

This guy is awesome. He's also the head of an anti child trafficking organization. When he couldn't be cooler and classier he got cooler and classier.

[@tylerburney8576]

Woah. I think I’m in love with this dude.

[@jackswank3943]

Dude I didn't see the "anti" at first and I was like "Wait what"

[@thejamman4070]

@@jackswank3943 ah yes, child trafficking. The gentleman's trade.

[@dreamlessnights4273]

That's why his voice is soothing an straight razor skilly skills are on point

[@MasonPelt]

That is badass, and this dude is pretty freaking cool!

[@matchesburn]

Fun Fact: Hair has almost the same strength as copper of the same thickness. So you can understand why your extremely sharp, extremely thin blade is going to be suffering damage. You're basically cutting the equivalent of tiny copper wires.

[@ghz24]

Who you calling tiny? 😊

[@Stalker6622]

But not all hair ,right?

[@RJ-wx3fh]

It makes citation for its claim or else it gets the hose again... I've often seen it said, but they don't say in what way- is it as tough as copper against a steel blade, tensile or shear strength etc. That being said, it's interesting to think that the most infinitesimally small line of metal of along the very cutting edge of a blade is responsible for the scary sharpness. I've heard stropping is more about straightening that edge if it's been wrinkled, folded or dented by particularly thick hair etc.

[@austindillon4389]

Fun fact as well a human head hair averages .003 of an inch

[@austindillon4389]

In diameter

[@linkbro4374]

This feels like a grandad teaching his two teenage grandsons how to shave

[@texmex8220]

For reals

[@EpicManaphyDude]

dead on 😂😂

[@plainlake]

Feels like a really chill daddy dominant explaining sexual acts.

[@cthulhufhtagn7520]

@@plainlake stop

[@IkeanCrusader1013]

@@plainlake P e r i s h

[@PPeasants]

This guy seems really cool, making jokes that are actually funny, and being comfortable in front of a camera and comfortable with Brian and Jason. I'd love to see him on here more.

[@maxxron]

I am hoping the same thing.

[@SaintoftheHonest]

Yea, he had great chemistry and his voice is distinct & amazing. Would be great to have him back.

[@Infernophant]

Ditto, this guy is great, funny and has great chemistry with both... and that voice

[@MrBlack0950]

The third rogue

[@chipsk8361]

Didn't he say something about knowing how to use butterfly knives and stuff? That's a reason for him to come back

[@jigsawjay1209]

This man is the Bob Ross of shaving. Such a soothing voice and patient character.

[@vuitheirt4704]

No no that would be SinatraLennon!

[@leoscotton7575]

I thought that too

[@hernandezz4912]

Nah it’s Sinatra Lennon

[@theblackbaron4119]

*Blood sprays out* Happy little accidents.

[@jigsawjay1209]

@@theblackbaron4119 😂

[@chrisloomis1896]

His voice, jeez. He could give you the most terrifying news and you would still be relaxed. "That's the sound of flesh rending" "Oh, that's fine"

[@Lucy_Ferrr]

He could read me a lulliby and then tell me he murdered someone and id sleep like a baby

[@stephenwallace2870]

Reminds me of James Earl Jones.

[@musicmannznznznznznznznzn9048]

8:48 he describes how the razor could cut through your arm except for the bone and how it was used for murders and I still felt relaxed.

[@drachepumpernickel7056]

his voice is as smooth as his shave

[@AnyBodyWannaPeanut]

REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE.

[@moosejuice2166]

"so many people have just died at your hand, but its ok" this guy is so relaxing

[@koolaidman4501]

Hmm

[@bastiondin]

He could read a shopping list and cure insomnia

[@bloodbushcraft2467]

Right! I'm nodding off just listing!

[@cralixthegameking4408]

He's like morgan freeman

[@skeleton3078]

man could tell me that he killed an entire village of people and I'd be ok with it

[@geckogreg679]

As a guy who’s had someone shave my face with a straight razor, it is simultaneously the most relaxing and terrifying experience of my live

[@Dr_Monitor]

I actually love getting a straight razor shave. It's also really cool to see someone flex their skills.

[@charlie0008]

It's not so bad for me until they get to the throat then I start getting scared

[@MrAqr2598]

I've been getting straight razor shaves at my local barber for years; they're really good at it. The shave has always been my favorite part of the haircut at a barber shop.

[@V8VRUte]

I know several guys who say that a straight razor shave is on their bucket list. I always suggest they just ask their barber next time they're getting their hair cut, but none are game enough. People are often surprised when I tell them that I've had one before. I wasn't that concerned, and actually enjoyed it (Although my face did feel pretty raw afterwards) Overall, I don't think I'd be willing to shave myself with one, but certainly will get a shave from a professional with one again.

[@BlazeSLK]

Yeah it’s just Sweeny Todd on repeat in my head for me. Not gonna happen

[@logandh2]

When he said "so, you've chosen gel?" To Brian I got the same vibe as "So, you've chosen death."

[@treakfly]

Go make the meme

[@Multiplex55]

This guy can literally talk about anything and I would listen. He should be on more epsiodes.

[@JamesOrr81]

and read some audio books. or the dictionary. I could take a nap.

[@svinjamaria]

This man NEEDS A PODCAST.

[@gunnaryoung]

Third host for a few episodes?

[@damiansmith8147]

I bet Earl gives the best hugs. What a legend. We need more people like him in this world.

[@ModernRogue]

You're not wrong. Can vouch for the hugs.

[@firemaneminiatures1337]

Earl: *hands straight razor to Jason* Brian: "My ancestors are smiling at me, Imperial. Can you say the same?"

[@DRAGONalpha117]

this actually made me laugh

[@Selendryle]

and then hands it back, right over dude's eyes Dx

[@fireflyserenity31]

As fearless in death as he was in life.

[@MysterySteve]

"It will cut down to the bone before you even feel it" is one of the scariest sentences I have ever heard.

[@JZStudiosonline]

Having cut myself a few times, it's way better being cut with a sharp knife than a dull one. Sharp knives tend not to hurt and heal real nice. Dull ones hurt and don't heal as clean.

[@wowandrss]

@@JZStudiosonline It would only make sense too, the cut is just cleaner so there is less damage - relative to the dull blades' damage of course.

[@Dravaek]

@@JZStudiosonline The only safe blade is a sharp blade. Too many people dont realize this :/

[@CWGminer]

@@JZStudiosonline I can absolutely confirm this. I didn't actually get cut by a knife in this case, but a papercut from a plastic folder. It was a few mm deep into my right thumb, nasty cut and it bled a lot for how small it was. Scarred as well, since plastic isn't really that sharp. Years later, still there.

[@connorpoole5706]

I actually dropped my straight razor once, swung my hand up to catch it instinctively, cut straight to the bone on my left hand, didn't even notice until about ten minutes later when I was getting dressed and suddenly my t-shirt was red

[@samamamacusb2049]

Earl: *Holding a straight razor* "You know that the carotid artery is right here." Jason: I'm familiar. Brian, thinking: I'm gonna die here.

[@smievil]

now your carotid artery is right here and now it's not

[@Tunkkis]

That voice really is nice and soothing, but then he goes and makes a joke about someone being terribly wounded _whilst_ shaving someone. Also, 10:32, one of my favorite Deep Purple songs.

[@salpichu1343]

That's the best part!

[@borrisvonsputin9011]

Comedic relief my dude

[@knifefest]

He sounds just like my high school Latin teacher. Very precise with his speaking.

[@FoxxFire91]

@@knifefest Probably cause he's summoned a few demons whilst learning Latin XD

[@rubenmeiring3909]

He sounds like the voice changer they use on the news and stuff on tv when they want to keep the person anom

[@dannywhite132]

This is the most well-spoken man I've ever heard

[@crusadingcrusader5638]

Bob Ross of the barbershop.

[@rob_boss]

Naw, Obama was well spoken too

[@andrewharper1609]

Neil de Grasse Tyson gets my vote.

[@GuilleFrenk]

@@rob_boss wth

[@speakstheobvious5769]

I bought a straight razor 3 years ago and shaving soap. I think it cost me about $120.00 in total. You know how much money I've spent on shaving supplies in the past 3 years? $120.00.

[@JaxMerrick]

I'm the same way with double edged safety razors. I've probably spent about 150 dollars total for the first year, and spend about 45 dollars a year on blades and a fresh container of soap. I would make the switch to straight razor, but I'm too much of a klutz to risk it.

[@darylcheshire1618]

Best to leave it to your barber.

[@speakstheobvious5769]

@@burritodog3634 Shaving soap is about it. It lasts a lot longer than the canned stuff.

[@speakstheobvious5769]

@@darylcheshire1618 I tore my face up the first time I used the straight razor. It took about 3 shaves before I got the hang of it.

[@donniemontoya9300]

Those massive hands, that low voice. He's like James Earl Jones's supersized brother.

[@johnbeauvais3159]

Like James Earl Jones mixed with Michael Duncan Clark

[@kkpoptart]

His name is Earl isn’t it? 😄

[@Blackspidy619]

Quick, someone make him say "No, I am your father".

[@DuckDuckGooseFoodCo.]

I want him to read me bed time storys

[@simonstergaard]

Go make some money of that voice man...

[@treadmillyrock]

He sounds like a more serious, yet playful version of Morpheus

[@antoniodewitt3069]

Alan Hardcastle no, Morpheus is not Lawrence fishburne, Lawrence Fishburne is Morpheus.

[@Pstar420]

Jaden Bachrach shit that means we’re in the matrix

[@falerving2588]

Matrix 4 comin this year

[@racingrivals8934]

Somebody get this man a gun

[@Awsome-im5hq]

He sounds like your uncles friend that you don't want to stop talking to

[@scottvarley3823]

As a professional barber with a passion for straight razor shaving (it’s what got me into the biz), and someone that has been using a straight razor since July 2013, I love that there is a video on such a large channel, and that Earl is dishing out a lot of good information. There are really only a few fairly minor items I would correct on the technique. Great job Earl. 27:58 Earl gets real nervous(rightfully so) then some really good blade safety for the situation at 28:08. 29:22 in my opinion it is easier to shave someone else than shave yourself.

[@rockeysingh8841]

No way Jose, you get the feel of your face and can manoeuvre it how you like

[@jonahsalyers5979]

I cringed with the blade hand off over his face as well. That could have easily been terrible. I’ve been shaving with a straight razor for over ten years myself.

[@PsychoSquadPilot]

​@rockeysingh8841 yes, but you have to be more comfortable shaving in unique hand positions, since you can't stand behind yourself to shave and you ideally have to see your razor at all time

[@connorfoxton6167]

God that guy's voice is amazing. Move over Morgan Freeman this man is the new king of voices

[@Rygat]

it's like the audio manifestation of chocolate, I love it

[@astrolounge4204]

No they both do a podcast

[@1224chrisng]

this is guaranteed to end up on one of those unintentional asmr playlists

[@deannam1981]

Yea! Oh my god. He’s so dark velvet voiced.

[@seth9523]

He's like morgan Freeman,James earl jones and a bearhug rolled into one

[@NathanSeeley]

When earl first started talking I thought they distorted his voice

[@geoffgreen2105]

I watch with headphones, and I felt his voice in my ears before I heard it.

[@ikitclaw7146]

@@geoffgreen2105 same here lol that guy has some bass, but maaan would I like to sit n listen to him talk, he shud read for audio books lol

[@geraltofrivia323]

he sounds like James Earl Jones. should throw his hat in to voicing Darth Vader at some point lmao

[@minze6982]

The clothes, the face, the voice. This man was created to educate others about straight razors.

[@theunholysmirk]

Modern Rogue releases "Understanding Straight Razors" Injury Counter: *It's free real estate*

[@someinternetperson]

The Unholy Smirk surprisingly so far no injuries in the video

[@mtinneberg]

"How does it feel?" "Like I'm defusing a bomb!" "I don't mean emotionally..."

[@grunions9648]

Interesting note you added about lanolin. In Earl's defence, in school in the 80s/90's I was taught this exactly as he described it. I guess the science has moved on.

[@demonking86420]

I always thought follicle shape is a big factor

[@homelessguysees]

Ok he definitely needs to come back waaayyyyyyy more often. Hell make him a part of the show! Hes got some good jokes and its pleasing to hear him speak.

[@deltabeta5527]

That sounds like Dr. Samuel Hayden's Resolvvvvvvvve

[@LOEVI]

shaving his face with a razor that could easily end his life "ｒｅｍｅｍｂｅｒ ｔｈａｔ ｔｉｍｅ ｙｏｕ ｉｎｔｅｎｔｉｏｎａｌｌｙ ｔｅａｍ ｋｉｌｌｅｄ ｍｅ ｏｎ ｃｏｕｎｔｅｒｓｔｒｉｋｅ？"

[@tommygallagher5747]

Oh no

[@souffrantdepine3762]

This man has the velvetiest voice I've ever heard. I could listen to him talk about literally anything. For *hours*.

[@iiBraZ]

That man should be reading audiobooks, what a soothing voice!!

[@jaingskirata009]

The entire expanse series + his voice = perfection

[@Alvekan]

I thought exactly the same thing. Pure liquid velvet in my ears.

[@JakeShadowCitizen]

His voice is so manly I grew back the beard I just shaved

[@TheBigburcie]

Hopefully short stories. That voice could put a hyper 7 year old to sleep in minutes.

[@sporadicamnesic]

Get him reading some Edgar Allen Poe or Lovecraft. Or even just narrating a wild life documentary!

[@pixeleyes4891]

I want earl to do those “now just lie down and take a breath” audiobooks

[@ModernRogue]

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[@pixeleyes4891]

The Modern Rogue damn I was not expecting it to already exist

[@justsumkid]

@@ModernRogue NO WAY. YES

[@benrolen6367]

“It can cut to the bone before you even feel it” as someone who has sliced their lip wide open while shaving with a straight razor that couldn’t be more true, I didn’t even know it had happened till there was blood running down my chin.

[@StarryxNight5]

How much did it hurt after a minute?

[@benrolen6367]

Thanga Meenakshi it honestly didn’t hurt as bad as you would think it was only really painful when I accidentally bit my lip after it happened 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@StarryxNight5]

@@benrolen6367 Really? I thought the adrenaline just kept the pain away for a bit. Wonder why that is.

[@benrolen6367]

Thanga Meenakshi im not sure but it was just more of an annoyance then anything🤷🏼‍♂️

[@zbyszekradzimi4066]

@@benrolen6367 Ik this comment is a year old and what i say might be bs BUT i heard that paper cuts hurt very badly because lots of the chemicals in paper and tiny pieces of it are broken inside, whereas if you cut yourself with a straight razor it could not be cleaner and i feel like thre would just not be much to irritate the wound.

[@_Bumby_]

Earl: “Just make sure they aren’t moving very much” Also Earl: *Cracks actually funny jokes that makes everyone laugh*

[@volzutansmeig7323]

but not while he has the blade on his skin.

[@zachblair3794]

Volzutan Smeig what about when he said “that’s the sound of flesh rending”?

[@J_Squatch]

This man's voice is so soothing and calm. Just like a fleece blanket, straight out of the dryer. He could read the dictionary, and I'd be enthralled.

[@hadJsm0ked]

The guy is one of the funniest dead pan comics I've ever seen 😂😂

[@theblackbaron4119]

I concur, he's really entertaining, I would love to talk to this man.

[@SgtCookie111]

"I know how to use both of those" Well if that isn't excuse enough to bring him back, I don't know what else would be.

[@gennadyreshetnikov5948]

But the switchblade and balisong skills ar only for self-offense against child traffickers.

[@xmattx315]

They mentioned them before, but if you’re looking for a close shave with less chance of maiming yourself, a safety razor will also do an amazing job! They’re very inexpensive, and blades for them are dirt cheap and made of cool shit like tungsten and stainless steel. Also using a brush and either a cream or a soap with exponentially increase the quality of your everyday shave regardless of the tool you use for hair removal.

[@boabplz4107]

I love how, at about the 20:00 minute mark, if you listen REALLY carefully - You can hear Brian's testicles retract into his body.

[@racingrivals8934]

Lol

[@WarmongerSlays]

What exact time would this be

[@lnkrishnan]

And again, at 26:36. They just about came up through Brian's mouth.

[@lycosanimations2970]

27:56 as well. Everyone in that room clenched their butts so hard

[@alaxeverything4143]

3 things I've learned in this video: 1. Shaving is much more complicated than I thought 2. People make shaving mixtures 3. Jason and Brian play CSGO

[@seemysight]

things i learned in this video, i will stick to cheap razors

[@lordvader4089]

Also according to WW2 military Brian and Jason aren't real men because they have facial hair.

[@CaroFDoom]

It's way funnier if you imagine he's mentioning some classic goldsrc CS from nearly 20 years ago and he's still bitter about it

[@akbarrmd7714]

Also:respect the blade like you respect your own life.

[@HRRRRRDRRRRR]

​@@CaroFDoom I guarantee he is, I can imagine Dell-era Bryan playing 1.5 in the office.

[@Rick_Hoppe]

The answer to the question of shaving cream, “Do I apply it thick or thin?” has to do with moisture retention. If you apply the cream thin, you run the risk of the foam becoming dryer by the last third of your shaving, causing more drag on the blade (especially in dryer climates). If you apply the cream thickly, the cream and your beard stay moist and soft to the very end, resulting in a smooth shave. This is especially true if you use a brush with shaving “soap” as I do.

[@rockeysingh8841]

Atta boy old cock. That's hellishly true. Add also that soaking the face in hot water( as hot as can be born) for as long as possible is a hellishly good aid. Hey, y'all Young Ricky is right the thicker the cream/foam the more cover there is for the hair underneath and less chance to dry out. Give Ricky old cock a cigar, he's a good hoss.

[@magicvibrations5180]

I keep a clean-shaven face and always apply a very conservative coat of gel. For me personally, any more just feels redundant, but I can imagine "drying out" to be an issue for someone doing shaping work etc. I also always shave right after a hot shower, meaning my pores are open and the air is humid.

[@princegoatcheese9379]

"I've taken possession of many heads." --Jason, 2020

[@0freddif0]

Prince Goat Cheese underrated.

[@eminatorstudios]

so no head?

[@hedgeearthridge6807]

Earl's scary/dark jokes were just absolutely perfect

[@24GramsOfSteve]

I want to kiss you Patrick

[@tuesdaywithanh]

Between Earl and Jason, I don't know if I should be amused or really, really, really worried

[@techfreak244]

@@tuesdaywithanh yes

[@javier6483]

This had more suspense and dark comedy than any movie I've watched in the last 20 years of my life

[@nomnomgoblin8901]

that man's voice cuts into me more than the razor would. god damn.

[@Harshhaze]

If he told my mustache to fall off, it probably would

[@whollymindless]

His voice makes me wet.

[@twogoonsproductions2406]

"Dont be scared to take possession of heads." "Oh I've taken possession of many heads." 19:47

[@senza4591]

What the fuck does that even mean

[@skyjoe55]

@@senza4591 well... there are at least two answers.

[@javalin597]

​@@skyjoe55 "There's three actually"

[@leafyisqueer7155]

There uhh... something you uhh... wanna tell us?

[@paulie555]

Haha I was wondering if nyone else noticed that

[@kittykatgaming8296]

Wow, that was so smoothing to just listen to his voice and the the scratching of the blade! I could listen to him talking all day 😻

[@hatredy555]

Brian, you let "I'm going to cut a tree branch toward my hand" Jason hold a strait razor to your face?!?! You, sir, are a brave man. Nice shave, though.

[@JustOneAsbesto]

With that voice he really should be careful about saying things like "Look how _creamy_ that is." I got a little creamy too.

[@lilmoeszyslak4810]

I was waiting the whole time for him to say delicious lol

[@harvstralosik678]

Pervert

[@visionaeon]

Exactly! Me too, but no homo...

[@badhorse1640]

Or you know you could just not

[@birdnestmedia]

Oh

[@StylzB]

This is my favorite MR video solely because of Earl's voice. Love this man.

[@SxTxferlife]

When he asked the raptor egg question, he genuinely looked like an agent that would be working that type of job, this guy is so damn cool

[@rianrushwood1426]

Fun fact: in the military, having a beard is a mark of you being a badass because only special operations are allowed to have beards

[@joebaldenweg]

Or if you have a shaving waiver.

[@markviz7842]

Joe Baldenweg 😂😂

[@DexyD20]

while your not wrong, its only to special ops that have to deal with middle eastern men a lot, because in their culture not having a beard as a man is seen as a bad thing and often times wont speak to a man without one. So if a beard directly helps with the job at hand, then yes. It used to be different a couple years ago tho, anyone that was in a spec ops could have a beard but the got rid of that rule because it "wasn't fair" but then again when does the US military care about whats fair? You have now been giving basically useless knowledge from the basically useless knowledge fairy. Treat it well

[@glennmatthews758]

Thats why captain price fucks to hard

[@EnjoyCocaColaLight]

@@DexyD20 Regular soldiers deployed in the desert regions are advised to grow out their beards, in my country (the soldiers we send to Afghanistan or Iraq, etc). Is it different for the US? Only specops doing that?

[@jwestleywilson271]

I have been using straight razors for about 3 years now. It takes time to learn but is worth it. I have amassed a collection of straight razors. It is an art to be able to shave with straight razors. I enjoy it now. You will learn how your facial hair grows and the direction to shave. Hot towel is a must in my opinion before shaving.

[@burned357waffles]

this guy's voice is so soothing. i didn't even realize that 30 minutes of my life had passed. his jokes are really funny. he should be on the show more often!

[@duwb0]

Somehow this was the most tense episode of Modern Rogue.

[@MayisaDuck]

Maybe the constant thought of murder lingering in the back of our minds, telling us what could happen and feeding us the visuals of it? Or just the shaving, could be either yknow

[@zacheymczachface]

I agree, I think it's the fact that he makes it clear how dangerous the tool is but we still put it near our face, lot of sensitive bits there and we can all empathize with the visual of slicing a chunk of skin off our faces like removing the skin of an orange.

[@ruibarradas6502]

I'm shaving with a straight razor for the first time and I have this video on repeat because this man's voice feels so soothing and relaxing, it helps a lot

[@doesitmatter1667]

“We’ve been friends for what, three or four years?” “Thre-“ WOAH THAT’S DEEP

[@PaulMab9]

I love this mans voice. It makes it so easy to listen to him.

[@monsters691]

"Remember that time when you intentionally TKed me when we were playing counter strike?" **INTERNAL SCREAMING**

[@sheop874]

James Earl Jones voice Kingpin body Gentle and calm body language A gold package of a teacher

[@ahightechlowlife]

Reminds me of Michael Clarke Duncan

[@BratcherLev]

We've officially stepped into Art of Manliness territory.

[@Zelmel]

Yeah, but without the weird religious angle that has crept into all their stuff over the years.

[@roguefishstick5014]

@@Zelmel ?

[@temporarychannelname8620]

@@Zelmel Its always been there. And doesnt really soil and of his advice.

[@BratcherLev]

@@Zelmel Brett's Mormon, right? I've been reading AoM since the beginning, and, yeah, it's prevalent, he definitely doesn't deny it, but I don't think it gets in the way of any content. If anything it's like "Here's a thing, this is why it's important to me, maybe you can decide if it's important to you."

[@royhagan6920]

This man's voice has a perfect balance between terrifying, relaxing, and powerful.

[@theblackbaron4119]

It's so smooth, I bet he can sing aswell. I would love to hear him sing.

[@pauldeddens5349]

Got to love how a straight razor ended up being more nerve racking than _surgically implanting a RFID chip into your hand_

[@LostSourdough]

Earl's voice is straight up what I imagine cream cheese sounding like

[@j.liddle7580]

The perfect mixture of honey and butter

[@chollettgarrett]

Weirdest comment of 2020 congratulations. (Not saying it’s inaccurate)

[@nosidenoside2458]

what?

[@marcopasta6274]

Who hurt you

[@gregameele1444]

Why do I agree with that

[@CrownRock1]

Damn, Earl's voice is amazing! If I didn't know better, I'd think his name was preceded by "James" and followed by "Jones."

[@riderfromthewest]

Just curious: how many people were holding their breath while watching the shaving part?

[@onerian8178]

how many views does this video have?

[@personalbudakai9161]

@@onerian8178 yes

[@nolansprojects2840]

Didn’t hold my breath, but definitely had my heart skip a beat or two... lol

[@josephstalin9500]

Everyone,absolutely every single person in the world held their breathes at the same time when he was doing that

[@coldovengaming8261]

its still custom (if you want) you can get your beard cut at the barbers and if you want your facial hair off they're all going to use a razor, and i own one so

[@stephenburley4581]

I've been shaving with a straight razor for half my life, and there's a detail about straight razor shaving that people always seem to brush over which is very important. A straight razor shave is the safest shave you will ever have. Not because one kind of razor is easier to cut yourself with than another, but because you're conscious of the fact that you're holding a blade. With a safety razor, or a disposable razor, you feel like you're holding a vacuum cleaner for your face, and as a result it's easy to be cavelier about your motions. With a straight razor, you know you're holding a blade, so you treat it differently by instinct.

[@lmaolmoo4147]

A bit like a fire arm. My fiance has the problem with knives, she doesn't respect them and always gets cut in the kitchen.

[@stephenburley4581]

@@lmaolmoo4147 I will advise you not to shave with a fire arm. It's a pain in the proverbial having to strop each bullet individually.

[@brianv3ntura]

I can see the point you're trying to make, but I still highly disagree that a straight razor is the safest shave. Sure ppl will be more careful with a straight razor and more careless with a safety razor, but isnt that due to the fact dangerous aspect of a straight razor in the first place?

[@stephenburley4581]

brianv3ntura I appreciate this line of thinking, but it overlooks the main theme, which is perception. People are careful with straight razors because they perceive them as more dangerous than other razors, not because there is a statistical difference in how dangerous they actually are. The counterpoint you are probably thinking right now is “but I can clearly see they are more dangerous”. If you are thinking that, it rather proves the point. The blades of any razor cut just as deep, that’s the point of a razor. If you’re thinking “but that’s why safety razors have that casing” you are correct. That’s also why a straight razor folds away. When you’re shaving, which is more likely to give you a Knick? Hard to get stats on it, but from personal experience, it’s hands down the safety... actually, disposables beat out safety for me, but that’s besides the point. If you do stumble on statistical evidence, I’d be really interested in reading it.

[@ryan00101101]

I agree. People think a safety razor can't break and slice you bad. People that handle a straight razor know how to handle a blade in a way they wont make themselves bleed. I've made mistakes with a straight razor but it only cost me a couple drops of drops of blood from a barely noticeable nick.

[@coltonregal1797]

I've been shaving with a straight razor for some time now. My usual routine is to take a warm/hot bath to open the pores, then use water to lubricate the skin while shaving. Afterwards I'll use a light coat of mink oil to soothe any sore spots.

[@jaykstah]

It'd be awesome to sit and chat with Earl. Soothing voice aside, he seems like one of those guys that just has endless knowledge to share and you'd leave the conversation changed.

[@CrimsonCrime2234]

Handed straight razor to Jadon Spoke in low voice, “Do it”

[@InfamousFey]

I love when people don’t say “it’s used for murder” and just beat around the bush, then Brian and Jason are just like “He means killing someone.”

[@EthanGlueck]

This dude’s voice is lower than my self esteem

[@adrianugh4689ehr]

Impossible, nothing could ever be that low

[@andreadams6115]

@@adrianugh4689ehr Haha lol 😥

[@jincyquones]

13:55 His laugh is heartier than a bowl of Campbell's Chunky chicken noodle soup.

[@lordvader4089]

I'm so envious of his voice.

[@kungfukitten6735]

You matter and are love buddy

[@LastKnight0727]

I absolutely love getting a straight shave. When I was deployed the barbers on the base would give you a haircut, finish the 0 line with a straight razor, then give you a straight shave as well if you needed it. Spent so much money tipping my barbers but it was so worth it.

[@jerbear7952]

You are giving away your experience level old man :)

[@infamousjustice7083]

He is absolutely my favorite guest on the show. He’s funny, he’s intelligent, he was just plain awesome :)

[@mikkelpedersen785]

That’s the most soothing voice I’ve ever heard. Oh my God

[@angeleaterstudios1004]

"I would like a rocking Handlebar Moustache" "Say no more fam" *Sweeney Todd intensifies*

[@yeetsaspizzas3921]

I'd listen to this guy talk for hours about gravel. Dude should be doing voice acting.

[@lionelvalentine9007]

Earl: *Talks* Me: *Achieves violent climax* It's like his voice is dark chocolate-coated, dipped in honey and molasses, then painted with bourbon and gilded with the darkest of dark roast coffees....

[@aSingularPhoton]

Lionel Valentine I wonder if he’s read all the glorified fanfics people have put in these comments

[@lionelvalentine9007]

@@aSingularPhoton If he does, he needs to read them all out loud while Brian and Jason try not to laugh.

[@the_hanged_clown]

omfg this lmfao!

[@theangrycheeto]

Violent climax 😂

[@sep2533]

This guy and his voice, while the sound of hairs getting cut could be most relaxing and comfortable minutes i could've at barbershop...

[@ranwolf1240]

Modern Rogues: Let's give Murphy a straight razor! Injury Counter: Time to clock in for work.

[@WolfOfLegend]

Im surprised it didnt slowly fade in while jason was shaving brian

[@Hihannii]

When he was shaving Brian’s face he was sounding like Bob Ross

[@davideo1954]

I could gladly listen/watch that gentleman all day. He is very knowledgeable but with a calming and confident manner.

[@x9x9x9x9x9]

Earl seems like such a good guy. Easily one of my favorite guests so far.

[@theluftwaffel]

Earl: "Cultures change, they grow, they evolve." The Military:

[@alastorthefloridaman4019]

The Marines: *a k w a r d s i l e n c e*

[@delta-a17]

Can't get a good seal with a gas mask if you have a beard... just saying.

[@TheEpicpwnr100]

@@delta-a17 Yup, if you look up photos during the civil war era you can find some soldiers rocking big beards. I'm not sure when regulations on head hair became a thing, but that was done to help keep lice from becoming rampant among soldiers sleeping in close quarters. Uniformity is always a thing any military will strive for, but in this case there are practical reasons to do so as well.

[@jtsnipertobias7891]

@@TheEpicpwnr100 it became a thing when gas was starting to be used same for the gas masks. And the people in the civil war they had some strong mutton chops. I think that's what they're called.

[@siukong]

@@jtsnipertobias7891 actually the reason they're called sideburns today goes all the way back to the Civil War General Burnside.

[@joshuabailey7428]

For such a large man, the demonstrator, seems very serene and peaceful... His voice... the cadence of his voice, both in speed and in tone.... Is very very soothing

[@Stormbringer178]

Earl was priceless.whispering: "i'm not nervous at all, brian..." and then on the "SIGH ehm... j-just..." i laughed

[@ModernRogue]

If you wanted to experience some more of the magic that is Earl's voice: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6u4YouteLd2oZo

[@ChrisCrond]

20:10 I literally think this is a longest I seen Brain stay quiet and not move. You can see the "well this is how I die" in his eyes

[@lucillefrancois150]

This man’s voice is smoother than shaving gel on skin

[@jacobdeleon7422]

Can we have James Earl Jones narrate your videos from now on.

[@andrewhdemarest]

I can truthfully say that I would trust that man with my neck... he has such a nice voice and is very humorous.

[@0xZ0F]

One sec, I have to adjust my subwoofer.

[@Fulkerguy]

This dude has the smoothest, most soothing voice around... just what you want in a barber.

[@heyimamaker]

19:54 I love how Earl's hand completely covers Brians's head!

[@theblackbaron4119]

He's a big guy yep.

[@tdolan500]

That dudes voice! Can you bring him back to explain how everyday things work?

[@LeonidasGarcia08]

The amount of trust displayed with this video between these two men is incredible.

[@DanielRodriguez-cj4dy]

“I have taught you all of my gifts my child” 😂. That voice...... Is amazing

[@EnRandomSten]

I could listen to this man talking about how smooth that gel is for hours

[@victorquesada7530]

This was great to watch! I really appreciate it. The interplay between how so many things are available for personal taste, preference, and need versus the few things that absolutely do have to be done in it in a single correct way. Sharp, straight, control, gentle. But what you mix up on your face is up to you. I also really enjoyed the focus on attention and skill and presence instead of speed and convenience. How taken care of a tool properly enables its use for a very long time to come compared to throwaway culture. The presentation was fantastic, and that voice would be worth listening to for almost any content. That alone was worth look like and like and subscription