Straight Razor

Achieve the closest shave of your life with a traditional straight razor (a.k.a. the cut-throat razor, fixed-blade razor, or straight-edge razor.)  Straight razor shaving, the lost art of traditional wet shaving, is officially resurgent. Straight razor users will tell you shaving with a straight-edge razor is the single most effective shaving tool that can be used next to traditional safety razors

HOW TO SHAVE WITH A STRAIGHT RAZOR: QUICK GUIDE

Here is a quick guide on how to use a straight razor (for a deeper dive, see the Beginner's Guide to Straight Razors): 

· Straight Razor Angle: Hold the blade at a 30-degree angle to your skin.

· Stroke Direction: Use short, sharp strokes and shave with the grain of your beard to minimize irritation and cuts.

· Technique: Let the blade do the work without applying too much pressure.

              · Handling: When approaching the chin or other prominent parts of your face, lift the razor slightly and use the middle of the blade.