Boker Edelweiss 3-Pass Straight Razor Shave 

Geo's the man when it comes to shaving videos. Best techniques, quality production and comments. No crap talk. Been shaving with straights for some time and still enjoy and pick up pointers watching the Master!

My dad always used an electric and none of my acquaintances used a straight razor, so I had no one to show me how to do it, including the prep. Fortunately in the internet age there are guys like you showing how it’s done.

I'm only 15 and shaving with a straight razor because shaving for me is like a hobby that really really like. All thanks to you

Your videos saved my face! I've always struggled with ingrown hairs and fierce razor burn, ever since I started shaving. I finally made the leap from cartridge razors to the straight razor. Purchased the boker king cutter straight razor set, along with some proraso sensitive skin pre-shave and soap. Now the ingrown hairs and razor burn are a thing of the past. I just cant believe how well my skin looks. Thanks for your videos, best thing I ever came across on youtube.

When Geo clears the runways, that's when you know it's about to go down.

Thanks for the great advise, I'm still learning and getting very addicted to traditional shaving, your videos are so helpful.

Now I figured out my error....I try to shave everything off with the first cut. That results in an irritated skin allover because I keep scraping. Watching this video I tried the "3 steps" shave and voila....no tomatoeface. Love the "easyness" the way you shave with such a sharp tool. Greets.

Geo, Thanks so much for the videos, man. I've been shaving with a DOVO for about two weeks now, and your videos are what gave me the confidence to go at it. It's been going really well. Thanks for all your help!

I learn more from you than all the rest combined! You are a great natural teacher of shaving!!

Thank you for one of the most thorough straight shaving videos I've yet seen on the internet. Very clear video with an index at the beginning where to find the first, second, and third passes on the recording, explanations/demonstrations about grip and about which hand is used on parts of the face. Excellent work! Thanks so much for uploading. I'll be watching again and again.

I always wondered how to tackle shaving against the grain. Ive watched plenty of your videos already and they helped me a lot. Thanks for the videos.

Thanks a TON for this video. I'm about to start using a straight razor. I like how clear and concise your video is, and I feel more comfortable attempting a straight razor shave.

One of the best tutorials on straight razor shaving I've ever seen. Thanks.

Yours are my favorite straight-razor instructional videos.

Probably the best straight shave info you can get on RU-vid. Thank you very much!

I'm just taking an interest in straight edge razors and this video has helped tremendously as I learn by watching it done not just talking and not showing. Thank you 😊

Thanks +geofatboy! As you said in another video, some blokes never got taught how to shave by their fathers so thanks for the videos. I now enjoy shaving and am getting better and more confident each time. All the best, Josh - Melbourne Australia.

Love your video's, since I've been watching your videos I am almost exclusively shaving with a straight razor and loving the fact i am having so much fun and having a better shave. You are a rock star and do great tutorials 😄😄👍👍👍👍

Been shaving with a straight for about 20 years, and it never occurred to me to pull on my ear to go across the grain! Every day's a learner. Great vid.

thanks for all the great videos. First shave with a straight razor yesterday.Finish under 15min with no major cuts.Will keep going with wet shaving. Will try the 3 way pass next.Waiting for my beard to grow....

This video is awesome and was a HUGE help in getting over that initial learning curve. Thanks Geofatboy. Pay special attention to when he goes the across the grain and against grain passes folks. When he switched hands on the neck area, I tried that on the rest of my face and IT WORKED. My learning curve was gone after trying this very same method. For 30 days, I struggled and couldn't get a good straight razor shave to save my life so I took a 2 month break and then went back to it and shaved with a straight razor for 60 days. I was getting better but not getting good enough results. So I watched this video and now, I'm getting BBS or baby smooth shaves with a straight razor. When I started switching hands, I also used the opposite hand to stretch the skin.

Thanks for this video. Great tips for going atg! I tried them and I felt like I was learning all over again but your video gave me the confidence and techniques to get that really smooth shave. Even the air in the cheek was helpful, thanks.

I am so glad that I found your channel. I have not yet purchased a straight razor but am planning to. I have visited your store and have to say that I am very impressed with the large selection of product. Lots of things to learn for sure and I am still working on my confidence. Right now I am thinking I might need the “jumbo” size stuff for cuts, lol. Thanks again for the very informative videos.

Geo, Thanks for taking the time to produce these videos. Funny but sometimes it's the littlest things that catch you attention and make a difference in one's shave. The part about blowing air in the cheek as you go XTG made it easier to get that part of my face smooth.

I finally decided to start using a straight razor, I used some of you videos as sort of a crash course to know a little of what I am doing. I am not yet through my first week and the razor bumps from my neck are disappearing and the skin on my face just seems cleaner. So in short, thanks man! I look forward to shaving every day. I have been using the regular Proraso from the tube with a badger brush, just a phenomenal feel. Thanks again man.

Thank you. I have never used a cut throat b4. So it took me about2 hours to get rid of thick growth. Then I switched to a safety razor. Today I used the 1st pass without cream to get the feel of the blade. So I am sticking with the 1st pass with it for now. I've found your video very helpful. I will do each pass in stages I think. Progressing as I get more comfortable.

Same. I had the angle wrong the first time. By the 3rd or 4th time I'd mastered the technique. Now looking at 2nd and 3rd-pass techniques. Thanks Geo!

Awesome video...today was actually my first day shaving with a straight razor, and you make this look so easy. I cut my face to hell and back, but I was expecting to do so. I'm sure as time progresses I will become for efficient. Please keep up the videos, they are very informative and really well done.

Great job on the video, very informative! I'm just getting started with straight razor shaving, your videos are great reference points. Keep it up!

Yeah Will, the first 3 times I tried I got quite a few cuts, but I stuck with it and now I'm getting better.

Thank you for the help I am new to straight razors and feel a great deal better about starting.

wow, I was looking for a review on the edelwiess originally, I'm glad I stumbled onto your channel. I just started straight razor shaving about 2 weeks ago, and I'm still in the process of learning. Thanks for the informative video.

Step by step you will became a shaving GURU ! Thanks Geo for all the infos! Mike

I gotta say thanks man! I've been wanting to shave against the grain but couldn't think of the proper way to hold the handle until I saw this. Thanks for the video and answering all the questions I never asked!

Thanks for the video Geo! It was well documented. I just got my first straight razor for xmas and I’m super excited to try it out. You video was a great help and very informative. I’ll be sure to follow the techniques you’ve shown which was something I was looking for. I’m browsing your other videos for great content! Thanks again!

I bought a Dovo Solingen straight razor about a year and a half ago, and tried to shave with it for the first time ever, and started to shake like the barber in High Plains Drifter...so I put it up and never tried to use it until here recently, here lately I've been watching your tutorials (watched about 10 videos before trying to shave with mine) on how to shave with a straight razor, and have since been shaving with mine. Thanks for the know how and the encouragement I needed on how to use a straight razor with confidence. To date I've shaved 4 times with my Dovo, and just do a one pass and finish with a traditional three blade razor, as soon as I get more shave time, I'll be doing the three pass shave. Thanks for the time you put on your videos to teach and encourage novices like myself, you've done a great service to those of us who want to go traditional. God Bless...{['D=

Perfect 3 pass video. Learned so much from this!

Hey, that was a great video. I'm just getting into straight razor shaving myself and these videos are super helpful!

Yet another great vid Geo. This is why you're the YT straight razor King! I see this was made a year and a half ago, I gather when you were still had a 15 minute time limit. I couldn't help but laugh while watching, you seemed as you were trying to beat the clock. You made it brother, with 37 seconds to spare!

attempted my 1st shave ever with this exact razor and just did the cheeks and managed to NOT cut myself! It's gonna take awhile but i cannot wait till i become adept at it. it is going to be so much fun but also expensive as i just ordered a new super badger by simpson but ya gotta go with the best thanks Geo you vids are exceptional

Just inherited a classic Edelweiss from a deceased grandfather had a handle made of cellulose plastic from the 1910s. Cant imagine what craftsmanship went into producing such quality!

This is so helpful!! Thank you! You have quite an awesome razor collection too!

Thanks, good technique and yes, I agree 100% with you on the fools past shaving upwards on the lip to the nose. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

Thanks for the demo, just graduated myself from a safety to a straight. Had the hardest time going against the grain. Thanks again

Beautiful, what an art. Thank you for the great video.

Just picked up my first straight razor. Your video was a great guide. I faired ok but definitely need more practice.

Thanks so much for your videos Geo, I’ve learnt some much! Appreciate it man

Hello Geo: My is Geno and I just inherit my grandfathers razor which he got in Germany during WWII.. My father learned to shave and only shaved this way. He thought me how to shave as well. Im just happy others can appreciate this art and hope to keep it alive. I indeed get a lot of questions and stares at the gym. Ciao bell!!

Nice job. I'm not that picky. Right handed. Lots of water. Good lather. And MOST IN PORT A SHRAP RAZOR!!!! I'm still new but I'm really getting better!! Love it!! A real luxury!!!

WTF? damm fast shave, he is faster with a straight razor than most of the men with disposable razors... Well done sir.

Very instructive and helpful. Really appreciate your helpful spirit. Best wishes.

New to this. Thanks! I'm extra sensitive about my upper lip since I was a professional french horn player. I was having trouble getting a close shave--especially near to my nose--with the standard 30-degree angle. I notice that you use a very short stroke at something like a 60-degree angle near the nose. Best video I've seen yet!

Very good video; one of the best on learning to shave with a straight-razor. I am yet to try my first straight-razor shave; I shall study this a few more time before giving it a go! Thank you again.

The sound the razor makes as it cuts the hair is so satisfying

Very helpful, many thanks!

Thanks for the great videos. I'm still waiting for my Dovo to come in the mail. Can't wait to join the club! Your videos have definitely given me the tips & advice I need to start out as a noob.

Awsome tutorial thank you so much for posting this!

These videos really got me into straight razor shaving. Been doing it for 6 months but still not confident with against the grain especially on the neck.

Great channel. Thank you for everything.

Really good video, mate. Very informative, clear instructuons and encouraging. Thanks for posting.

Great shave, Great day! Nicely done sir! Thanks again this helps alot, for real.

That straight razor collection 👌🏻

I have anxiety disorder your and am high functioning special needs so your vids really help calm my body in the morning from flipping out with anxiety so thank you

Your doin great stuff geo! Especially for guys who are just starting it like me, pretty intimidating at first but just such a classy old fashioned closest shave I'm gonna stick with it!

wow geo you certainly are a pro a shaving with a straight razor. happy holidays

That's a really awesome sound all the way through.

your videos...you make it look so easy! I aspire to be able to shave like you haha!

I really appreciate your posting this video. I am trying to decide between straight razor or safety razor. I can't use electric - breaks me out every time. I am tired of spending so much on replacement cartridges. I also am a survivalist and if you get a good straight razor, you'll never need to buy another blade/cartridge, etc. Good quality video, too! Thank you again.

Man you made that look easy. Great feedback on that razor.

I use straight razor last 10 years i like this style of the shaving

Wow 😱🤯 was on the edge of my seat there.

straight razors make a beautiful sound while shaving.

Watching this with 8 bleeding knicks from my shavette. I've decided it's not my utter lack of skill, but rather my lack of a badger brush! LOL! Thanks for the video

You must be the king of the shaves!

Great Video! I have watched this video probably 20 times!

wow, no nicks or bumps and he did it that carefree... WHAT ARE YOU?

When I started the 1st pass with shaving cream it was not good for me. I cut myself loads with cream. But, I have persisted. I now have the feel of the blade now on the 1st pass without cream. So have started to apply shaving cream. My shave went from an hour, with cuts, to 15 mins without cuts. Will now try the second pass. You video for technique is very helpful.

Man this guy makes it look easy.

I haven't dry shaved for years, but as I haven't used a cut throat b4, so I felt it essential to get the feel of the blade. Negotiating between the chin and the neck was a little tricky. Skin felt raw afterwards as usual, but, I will stick with it until I feel confident.

I've got the same problem. I find that making light crescent motions helps, but you've got to be VERY careful. Looking straight up also helps, but takes a lot of practice.

That’s a masterclass right there

So I am relatively new to straight edge shaving and this really helped. Thank you for the great demo Beat wishes

Someone who's deffo enjoying their shaves 👍

good instruction. This would definitely take some time to learn. 15 minutes added to my shower time--or prolly 20 the first few times. I have a razor and a strop and a bowl and brush. Just need to get some soap! Thanks for posting

Great work!!!

You made a very good video! Thanks!

Excellent tutorial

well, i did not invest in a brand new Boker, But i got a beautiful extra hollow Boker. I got to say i am impressed.

I just started on DE shaving.. This looks real hardcore to me.. :D Nice vid and keep it up.

After this video, I my closest straight razor shave yet. I have been using a straight razor for about 1.5 months. Dale

this video gave me goosebumps

Good video. Hard to find some one who shows how to do it against the grain. I just started and can say that pulling the skin and shaving in the opposite direction from where you pulled is the key to a close shave and less skin irritation. I still think you need to go against the grain to get a baby smooth shave though. After shave really helps with the skin irritation as well (alcohol free).

Man I Really Love your videos ! please can you use Intesa or Gillete or any shaving foam in one of your videos or tell us how to use and lather it correctly ?

I have a couple of Boker Waldorf razors and they're great razors, may consider buying an Eidelweiss as well . . .

Great channel by the way! Just wondering what your thoughts are on Art of Shaving's and other systems use of preshaving oil? I noticed you didn't use any.

Great Video Geo, Nice razors, it's done, I am gonna order a new straight razor. I have a media pc connected to my big screen tv in my living room. Have been watching all your video's off you tube on my tv. My kids are so used to seeing you in my living room, there calling you Uncle Geo..... LOL Awesome Video!

CHOICE 👌 Shave Geo. I myself just finished doing a "Two Pass" shave with my Original Mühle R~41 with a Feather blade. Accompanied with Proraso Green Shaving Cream, applied with my Tweezerman Brush. Used my Shave Nation Alum Block, rinsed with icey cold water, and topped off with Fine Snake Bite After Shave. Ohhhh.... Baby that's spicy ! Wink Wink 😉 Keep On Shavin'... Cheers from Terrell, Texas 🇨🇱 Later Gator 🐊

Dude solid!! Thanks! Just got comfortable with the the first pass but against the grain has been getting me. I appreciate the showing of different ways to handle the blade. “The fools pass”😂

Great video! Very thorough and informative. How long do you go between shaves?

Watching this dude cut himself right at the very end was a nice little reminder that even though you're a professional and can have enough staright razors behind you to fund a down payment on an apartment, you can still slip up and accidents do happen. Nice tutorial. Thanks dude