https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3j9kx6Gz4Dw
Greetings! I hope you are all staying safe and healthy!Geofatboy discusses an online article that describes why straight razors are better than all other typ

https://imustacheyoutoshave.com/pros-and-cons-of-a-straight-razor/
Since straight razor shaving requires focus and attention to detail, it can be an opportunity to tune out everything else in the world for a short while and lose yourself in the moment. Dedicating a few minutes in the day to a shaving ritual can calm nerves and recharge the battery.

https://nymag.com/strategist/article/best-straight-razors.html
Classic Samurai CS-102 Stainless Steel Professional Barber Straight Edge Razor with 100 Lord Single Edge Razor Blades. $14. Shavette | Weight: 0.48 ounces | Handle: Folding | Blades: 100 Lord

https://www.nakedarmor.com/blogs/news/benefits-of-using-a-straight-razor
The most common multi-blade razor with three blades works like this: the first blade pulls up the hair follicles, the second one cuts them, and the third makes sure that no hair strands are left uncut. 7 Between a straight and cartridge razor, the straight razor is better for promising the closest shave you could ever get.

https://grownmanshave.com/blogs/grown-man-shave-society-articles/the-beginners-guide-to-straight-razors
Straight razors are known by many names but all the same, often names as a straight edge, a cut throat razor, barber, open-blade razor, straight edge, straight blade and straight-edge razor. Even though a straight razor blade is essentially the blade and the handle, the best straight razors for newcomers have some features that make them better

https://www.birchbox.com/magazine/article/why-you-should-shave-with-a-straight-razor
It Helps Prevent Razor Burn and Ingrown Hairs. Instead of having multiple blades coming in contact with skin, the straight razor needs just one. Low-grade multi-blade razors can pull on hairs and cut them below the surface of your skin, often causing ingrown hairs. Similarly, if your skin is sensitive, having three blades run across the skin

https://www.fashionbeans.com/article/best-straight-razors/
The Cambridge Cutthroat at Amazon. Best straight razor kit: Dolirox shaving kit at Amazon. Best barber straight razor: Equinox Professional Straight Edge Razor at Amazon. Best Japanese straight

https://www.menshealth.com/grooming/g38290358/best-straight-razors/
German company Dovo is a barber go-to because of its quality construction and durability. This one is lightweight, yet still easy to control. The blade is held by a plastic piece that helps keep

https://www.dontwasteyourmoney.com/best-straight-razors/
GRAVITY RAZORS. Balanced Ergonomic Straight Razors, 10-Blades. $18.00 | Buy Now. Available in eight fun colors, this straight razor weighs just over an ounce. It features an ergonomic handle for better control and added comfort. The blades are also of the highest quality, being constructed from a blend of tungsten, chromium and stainless steel.

https://www.razoremporium.com/blog/thinking-of-switching-to-straight-razors/
Well, to beginners, it might not mean a lot. Traditionally, shavers with thicker stubble tend to prefer to purchase straight razors with a larger width, because the heft of the blade is easier to maneuver. So as a beginner, it might be a good idea to consider purchasing a blade that has a width of 13/16'' instead of one that is 4/8''.

https://www.toolsofmen.com/what-is-a-straight-razor/
Toe: The toe of a straight razor is the endpoint of the blade's cutting edge. It can vary in shape and sometimes may be rounded to reduce the risk of accidentally cutting one's skin. Heel: Opposite the toe, the heel is the part of the edge that is closest to the handle. Its proximity to the handle allows for more control during shaving but

https://www.yourbestdigs.com/reviews/best-straight-razor/
The Equinox straight razor is listed as Amazon's best-seller in the category, but it's for all intents and purposes a clone of Parker's SR1 design. The handle is built differently and the edges aren't as carefully sculpted to fit your fingers, but it holds a blade the same way and gives a very similar shave.

https://shaverater.com/learn/what-are-straight-razors/
There are several drawbacks to straight razors. The most notable is, of course, the lengthy learning curve. It will take weeks to master this tool, and as such, many cuts and nicks along the way. Straight razors also require more frequent honing and stropping than other types of razors in order to keep the blade sharp.

https://www.cutthroatclub.com/blogs/wet-shaving/straight-razors-are-better-than-disposable-razors
Razor lasts a lifetime . Purchasing a high quality straight razor is an investment for the lifetime. With frequent stropping and regular honing you can keep your razor sharp day-in-day-out all year round. There are many examples of people who have actually inherited their razors from parents and grandparents and continued shaving across

https://bespokeunit.com/shaving/straight-razor/
By having complete control over your blade, you're able to work with your skin. You can shave just where it's needed and at the right angle. Furthermore, the blade being larger, it vibrates less against the skin, which reduces irritation. Many people with extremely sensitive skin turn to straight razors because of the level of comfort it

https://groomingcorp.com/straight-razor-guide/
Keep the razor in the right angle and begin from the top side of your cheek. Pay attention to how your hair grows, for example, if it grows down. Stroke, the razor in a smooth, guided movement downward gently. Continue to rinse off the blade where you left off. After each stroke, rinse offs the blade.

https://artisanshaving.org/benefits-of-shaving-with-a-straight-razor/
The meditation benefits of shaving with a straight razor are much the same - all your focus devoted to the blade against your skin. Lathering up with a hot towel and shaving soap beforehand is the perfect preparation for this - combining relaxation and ritual. Shaving with a straight razor might seem old school but it could hold the answer

https://imustacheyoutoshave.com/straight-razors-vs-electric-shavers/
Straight razors have a higher cost compared to an electric shaver. A steep learning curve exists when first using a straight razor compared to a minimal one for electric shavers. An electric shaver is best for daily or frequent shaves, especially when the hair is not thick. Thicker hair can clog the blades, causing the shaver to either burn out

https://www.asuperiorshave.com/straight-razors/beginners-guide-to-straight-razors/
Blade Material. Straight razor blades can be made from stainless steel or a high-carbon steel. Stainless steel is more resistant to rust but can be more difficult to sharpen. High-carbon steel on the other hand is more prone to rusting if you don't care for it properly, but most users think it is easier to hone.

https://manofmany.com/lifestyle/heres-need-straight-razor
This straight razor has a gorgeous blade and matches with the high-quality horn scale. The 6/8" full hollow blade has a golden spine and is decorated with the Jubilaumsmesseretching which commemorates 70 years of Wacker straight razors. The natural horn ensures that no two scales will be the same. Price:from €209.

https://imustacheyoutoshave.com/straight-razor-vs-safety-razors/
Straight razors are different than safety razors because the straight razor blade is reusable over the razor's lifetime. Safety razor blades should be replaced after a few shaves. Straight razors have different grinds that affect the blade's thickness, flexibility, and stiffness. The most popular grind is the hollow grind.

https://www.badgerandblade.com/forum/threads/why-so-many-straight-razors.612775/
Reasons are: Every true gentleman of (even modest) means needs to have a matching seven-day set of straight razors. They look good. Consistent shave quality every day for seven days in a row. It feels good having a set or more. Balsa stropping is reduced to just one day a week.

https://www.badgerandblade.com/forum/threads/why-are-there-differences-in-results-with-different-straight-razors.598449/
Maybe it seems like a stupid question but... I get much much better shaves (great shaves) with my Revisor 6/8 compared to my Dovo 5/8 stainless. I don't know why this is. All the cutting happens at the edge of the blade, with is microscopically thin. Why am I getting different results? I have