Quick Tutorial: Learn How To Shave with a Straight Razor

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Geofatboy demonstrates how to shave with a traditional straight razor. Follow along and see if you can do it yourself. After a proper straight razor shave your beard will be so smooth you likely can skip a day of shaving. Get a barber shop quality shave at home and enjoy the satisfying sense of accomplishment that comes with learning a new skill. How to shave with a straight razor. Follow along during a straight razor shave. Heartfelt Thanks to all of our viewers, customers, followers, and clients for supporting us in going on 13 years of success in the Shaving Supply business! Click on More or Show More (below) to purchase the items shown in this video or go to ShaveNation.com And-let us know what razor you’d like to see in an upcoming episode of Geofatboy’s Everyday Shave!
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@wazzzuuuppp2158 7 лет назад

why does everybody have a bathroom the size of a baseball field except for me

@poncho2431 7 лет назад

its ok same here bud

@JesusFreak0381 6 лет назад

For realz though!!! Lol 😂

@supernova1976 6 лет назад

Y A B I T C H 215 his bathroom is not big that's a green screen behind him it's a picture weed after in edit .

@alexkastano96 5 лет назад

wazzzuuuppp 215 he just shaves in a hallway )))

@peterharrison8756 4 года назад

@SHUR SHOT Aye and the UK pal

@someoneonyoutube1993 3 года назад

I go to an old school Italian barber once in a while. When I lay backwards with a wet towel over my eyes and hear the guy sharpening the blade a pray God let me leave this place alive. Awesome experience. As long as you don't hear a whisper in your ear " Don Corleone sends his regards "...

@mahmoudalawneh8808 3 года назад

This legit made me laugh hahahahaha

@legacy4179 2 года назад

Plenty of old-school gangsters have met up with UNNATURAL CAUSES of death with warm towels over their faces while getting shaved at their favorite barbershop. Which brings their overall intelligence into question. I mean, you're a f**king gangster with a multitude of enemies; Why in the hell would you allow anyone to place a towel over your face much less at the same barbershop that you patron every Friday at exactly 3:30 pm? When you have those kinds of murderous enemies, you either shave your damn self or employ a barber who does house calls. 🏃💨 🔫

@joak7058 2 года назад

Ahahahahahaha

@darkcharmrecords Год назад

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣... Eyes open at all times. gotta watch for people moving around the barber too, I once had a kid run into the barber while he was shaping my line up with a razor - life flashed before my eyes, told him just to leave it and put the razor away lol

@jtaylor9585 7 лет назад

Never had a dad to show me how to do this. Thanks

@geofatboy 7 лет назад

Just the type of Gent I do this for-Thanks! I'm glad I could help.

@namedfellow9101 5 лет назад

Damn....how u born if no dad

@plus315 5 лет назад

He’s Jesus.

@zerojason999 4 года назад

Yes same here. Thanks

@davidacevedo2751 4 года назад

damn I never had a sad period! we're self made bro👍

@meltoncul 3 года назад

A solid year now. Only minor nicks occasionally, no bandaids. About 12 straight razors, 3 shavettes, 4 strops, 3 hones and gobs of soaps, mugs, balms, creams, witch hazel, brushes, etc. SUPER SHAVES and a real feeling of accomplishment. I even wonder if I've forgotten how to shave with a cartridge razor because I don't want to waste a good beard on one. LOL. I'm 75.. I learned about 75% of it from your videos, Geofatboy. Thanks for excellent instruction.

@geofatboy 3 года назад

Thanks so much for sharing and for your continued support! Love it!

@TheBladerunner73 8 лет назад

hey geofatboy. I am a barber in the U.K and shaving is a pretty big part of my job and I must say your video is on point. you would put a lot of professional barbers to shame. well done matey

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+Vince Marsh Thanks very much! Greatly appreciated Vince!

@Melkitzedeq Год назад

Without any use of a pre shave cream?On a tutorial?No way...

@Osprey1994 Год назад

@@Melkitzedeq 12 year old video, 7 year old comment, and then there is your comment. He has a video about using pre-shave in 2020 but I have seen plenty of barbers get a smooth shave with a simple hot towel and a good shaving cream.

@magnusosmond1835 Год назад

@@Osprey1994personally I don’t even use shaving cream

@gorankoilic6571 8 месяцев назад

Geofatboy would be an excellent barber.

@AdamFPV 11 лет назад

I must have watched your video 5 times before I got the balls to do it. Got all the kit even an alum block just in case. Took the plunge today. No cuts and no more paying extortionate prices for Gillette blades. Cheers for this video. Helped me alot.

@docfate 4 года назад

Geo, you taught me how to shave with a straight razor. You are like the father that I never had. Thanks Brother!

@millionsk86 10 лет назад

Tried it tonight. Even though I cut myself a little my skin got WAY less irritated than when I use my usual 4-5 blades mach something razor. Definitely gonna keep trying to get better using a straight razor. Thanks for the amazing video!!!

@douglasspencer745 5 лет назад

I must say your videos are great, I'm 57 and thought I knew how to shave! I've been using double edge safety razor for sometime, got myself a straight razor just this week, with your video I've been able to do a full shave first time out of the box with the cut throat, would never have been able to without your tuition thank you from an enthusiast from across the pond

@fixizin 10 лет назад

My brothers... START practicing with the tops of your feet, backs of the hands, etc. until you develop "the touch"... NOT your neck, mustache area, etc. ;^)

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+Ian Sinclair Practice on your thigh or arm. then try the face.

@Johnnytcod 3 года назад

Thank you for the fantastic advice! I would have never thought of that. My feet are so buttery smooth right now, lol.

@Mikey-ym6ok 3 года назад

Wish I read your comment 7 years ago lol

@CallMePaine 7 лет назад

To almost a million people you were like a dad teaching them how to use a straight razor! Thank you so very much! Greetings from India!

@DestyNova1008 8 лет назад

First time shaving with a straight razor tonight. Happy with the results full shave under 15 mins and no major cuts.Will keep going with wet shaving!!

@abdalrzakabd8287 8 лет назад

I need help on shave

@isaiah1corinthians598 4 года назад

@@abdalrzakabd8287 I wish I could help you. You are 1 reason of many I want to gain knowledge and experience with shaving to help people you and me.

@garethweare6441 5 лет назад

my wife likes 2 fingers in the front and 2 in the back as well

@user-jj9qs3pv3d 5 лет назад

Gareth weare lol women use straight razors too.

@sandroventura4922 5 лет назад

Best comment ever man!

@augdawg66 5 лет назад

Lmao

@indiansneakerking6815 4 года назад

Hahahaha

@siypic 4 года назад

She told me........ i told her Id given up bowling a few years ago...

@norbertstepien9185 7 лет назад

Only someone, like myself, who tries to use a straight razor can appreciate the shaving skill of Geo. Talking and shaving at the same time, very impressed!

@girafe88 3 года назад

My grandfather was a barber. This year I started cutting my own hair and I then got interested in shaving as well. I asked my family if we inherited some blades when my grand father passed away. My oncle got me a briefcase with lots of scissors, a couple clippers and 3 straight razors. They all are in quite good shape and super sharp. After watching your video I practised a bit and now my arms and chest are a mess lol. But thanks for the detailed video, in 15 minutes I already broke my fear barrier :)

@coreyk67 10 лет назад

I tried to use a straight razor last night... its nerve racking, I chickened out :)

@zfly2009 10 лет назад

I felt the same way...shaving my nuts...

@zfly2009 10 лет назад

No I pluck that.. Its easy on the ingrowns...

@jeroenvanbroekhoven7325 10 лет назад

zfly2009 Best comeback I've seen so far on RU-vid hahahaha!

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+Corey Kelly Practice on your arm or your thigh, then try it on your face. It's not rocket science. Each shave will improve your technique.

@callumwilliams8167 6 лет назад

I’m 15 and started using one of these off the bat, yes I cut myself a few times but it’s nothing too serious:) if I can nearly do it I’m sure you will do fine

@assaft2011 8 лет назад

Hi, i bought a straight razor a month ago after seeing your movies, Thank you very much. i am still a rookie, but that is the best shave I had in years. Thank you. √

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+Assaf Tsur Love to hear stuff like that! Enjoy Assaf!

@EasyTarget82 10 лет назад

like every new blade you use, youll get nicks and cuts but after a while youll get used to it and get the flow

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+Derek S Exactly, takes some getting used to.

@zphatman 3 года назад

@@geofatboy if I don't accidentally slit my throat before then

@Fecesicus 10 лет назад

The sound of the black shaving is so satisfying.

@geofatboy 10 лет назад

The black shaving?

@Fecesicus 10 лет назад

Blade. I... don't know why I typed black... I don't know what I'm doing.

@nickc3053 9 лет назад

How awkward would this be if he was black lol

@oujisanhikari18 9 лет назад

Fecesicus u must be drunk

@conversationalshaving9805 5 месяцев назад

Hard to believe this was thirteen years ago, but I think this video will really help me with my own learning curve for this type of shaving. Thanks for posting it.

@geofatboy 5 месяцев назад

I'm guessing it's helped a few people over its 13 year lifespan!

@conversationalshaving9805 5 месяцев назад

@@geofatboy No doubt, and I've ordered from you several times over the years and will probably order more soon.

@Th3Guardian12 9 лет назад

I've been watching your videos for sometime now and feel ready for a straight razor. Can't wait for mine to arrive today. I'll definitely order the Dovo from this video once I become more proficient. Thank you so much for educating me and giving me a tradition I can pass to my boys when their old enough to shave. You are the man!

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+JOSE RODRIGUEZ That's awesome Jose! Pay it forward!

@fetchmasters 10 лет назад

Okay. Here I go. Wish me luck. Moving from my safety razor to a straight.

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+Thomas Aaron Good luck Thomas!

@bahtszbedevi941 5 лет назад

Thomas Aaron how you doing now mate?

@georgespicquart626 5 лет назад

Good luck stranger man

@1BestEnemy 5 лет назад

Rip

@RussellMcMaster 4 года назад

Thomas did you survive your first straight razor shave??

@michaelvinci7074 11 лет назад

After shaving with a DE for 6-7 months - I'm ready to try shaving with a straight. Your videos are great, man. Your calm attitude and no-nonsense approach to holding a deadly weapon against your throat is badass. I'm considering a Dovo 5/8 hollow-ground.

@JoeCubicle 6 лет назад

Finally... a straight forward vid on what to do! Why are there so many vids on straight razor shaving where they don't talk, they just shave and don't say a word. Good job GeoFatBoy!

@GoMercials 10 лет назад

Just got my first straight razor for Christmas. Thanks for the tips. Very helpful

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+A Barmania Enjoy!

@jasongraves1841 9 лет назад

Just got one for a gift I went Turkey two years ago and got my first real shave .

@brucealmightyman 10 лет назад

There are a lot of gents on youtube that give tutorials, but when im unsure of something, I find myself seeking your advice.... thanks geofatboy. You are truly the wiseman shaver.

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+Bruce Wilson "Wiseman Shaver" Love it! I'll own that.

@AhmedSaeed-yd5yi 7 лет назад

I FINALLY SHAVED WITH A STRAIGHT RAZOR ON MY OWN...all thanks to you!!!

@geofatboy 7 лет назад

Yay! Nice going.

@XGOD3210 9 лет назад

"Two in the front, two in the back... that's how most men like it..." I LOSE MY SHIT EVERYTIM XD

@geofatboy 9 лет назад

Yep, Left it wide open on that one... I really was referring to the razor!

@Proxyincognito 11 лет назад

1st timer here (did first shave 10 min ago) "OMG this vid is sooo long, you cut stuff i get it allready!" 4 cuts later i'm back and taking notes properly.

@guganesan.ilavarasan 4 года назад

Still cutting ?

@Proxyincognito 4 года назад

@@guganesan.ilavarasan rarely, but when i do its clean and shallow. Practice makes perfect, but maintenance is still a thing i need to work on. I blunted my last razor while sharpening it and need to learn how to properly do that. Nevertheless, looking at this video again brings back many good shaving memories :)

@billybob-xy5pt 3 года назад

@@Proxyincognito wow, surprised to see someone reply after 7 years, I've recently made the switch to a straight razor, you first comment was very relatable 😂😂😂

@Proxyincognito 3 года назад

@@billybob-xy5pt ikr, its surpriseng how fast one can learn after waving a sharp metal object in his face and failing at it hahaha

@billybob-xy5pt 3 года назад

@@Proxyincognito exactly, as long as you don't cut yourself too badly.... You live and learn 😂😂

@multimeter2859 5 лет назад

My first straight razor is coming in the mail as I type this. I recently switched over to a safety razor and have had some success. Looking forward to taking the next step up in manliness.

@james8583 6 лет назад

Good info for newbies and or people that don't have dad's to show them the way. I saw a lot of people with problems of burn and irritation. I used mach 3 and now, at the moment, I use safety and straight razors. I can get a close shave with any of the three I mentioned above. What you have to do with a "disposable" and even safety razors is just have your skin wet. The "shave" with cream or soap will get most all your hair off, but to stop that burn and get smooth, splash your face with cold water and have your face drenched with water and put the disposable razor under the cold water, don't shake off excess, and pull your skin (you will feel the tiny, tiny stumbles; good enough like that, but to get ultra smooth) and shave your neck or face a few or 4 strokes and then rinse blades again, maybe put more cold water with left hand on area to be shaved and repeat shaving.You will stop all burns and the like. I know people that shave with a mach 3 in the shower without soap. Remember, it has nothing to do with the razor, as long as it is relatively sharp. It's like cutting tile and using water to help the cutting process. Really wet face with some water on the blades and there will be no friction, that's why we burn or get irritated, outside of pimples and the like. My dad and his friends (dad born in 1919) used to use safety and straight razors but switched because of the ease of use.Watch old movies (1930s to 1970s) and everybody and their brother, all ages, are using straight or safety razors and it was no big deal and blades didn't cost and arm and a leg (referring to straight razors). Just use good soap and cream and plenty of water and the "disposable" razors won't burn you and will do , but a lot more safely, the exact same thing as a double edge blade, it's only a double edge blade with one side exposed, that's all it is and you only use one side at a time, when you get three with a mach 3. Like I said, the last few years I have been using safety razors and straight razors, but every now and then I throw in my mach 3 and it does a good job.Thanks God BlessJamez

@TheStratman007 8 лет назад

I really like your words of safety. I was just surfing here, but I will next check to see if you have a company with these items for sale. You seemingly went to a lot of trouble to produce this. The least I can do is patronize your company. Many thanks ~Mark~

@laelp 8 лет назад

+Dr. Mark A. Lovell He does have a company! It is shavenation.com

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+Dr. Mark A. Lovell You didn't see the link below with the company name?

@csimpson14 5 лет назад

Hey Geofatboy. I’ve been learning a lot from your videos - thanks for uploading such good content. “There’s nothing you can’t learn without practice” is some pretty sound advice for all things in life!

@geofatboy 4 года назад

Thank you!

@mylifestartsat8k 10 лет назад

i started using a straight razor at the age of 22, but when i watch geo i find that i copy his facial movements without realising, he's very experienced, i still learn small tricks here and there just by watching him. Thanks Geo!!

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+Mark G That's awesome Mark! Thanks for the nice comment.

@peet1250 5 лет назад

Came here after being lectured by Gillette and discovering the ease and joy of using safety razors. The sound and feeling of a single blade over stubble is so much better. Soon to try the next level

@pApAJohn541 10 лет назад

Hands down best shaving channel on RU-vid!

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+Derrick Walls Woot Woot! Awesome, Thanks!

@geofatboy 4 года назад

Thanks Derrick!

@alinorman 10 лет назад

True, most gents do like 2 in the front & two in the back ;)

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+Ali Norman Lots of comments on that remark...

@mahmoudalawneh8808 3 года назад

Shaved with a straight blade for the first time Last night. Went to work all cut-up this morning 😂

@Christian-gf2ef Год назад

There is so many videos about this but this is the best one.

@geofatboy Год назад

BOOM! Thanks Christian.

@geofatboy 10 лет назад

Visit: shavenation.com/ For all your Shaving Supplies! Have A Great Shave, Have A Great Day!

@sxwthvndzl 10 лет назад

Will you have the full hollow ground DOVO from this video available on your site soon?

@geofatboy 10 лет назад

sxwthvndzl Dovo Full Hollow Ground Black Razor: shavenation.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=303_3_36&products_id=1415

@Anonymous-pd1rl 9 лет назад

Are there any straight razors that you know would be good for a beginner for around 30 dollars

@geofatboy 9 лет назад

Richard Manns In the $30 range, you will need to go with a shavette style straight razor: www.shavenation.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=303_10

@fearcity78 8 лет назад

I might just be ordering the straight kit you have!

@Delluvian 9 лет назад

Thanks for the tutorial. I just bought a straight razor and would probably have cut my own throat without this guide.

@geofatboy 9 лет назад

Nice! I'm glad to help keep you out of harm's way :)

@meltoncul 3 года назад

I sincerely THANK YOU for your instructive Straight Shaving videos! I have followed your instructions and stuck with it, on about 80 shaves now. You stressed perseverance. That's the key (plus excellent instruction). So thank you, Fatboy.. (I have also bought a lot of your products which have all been quality items, fairly priced, and were delivered very swiftly).. BTW, I'm 74.

@geofatboy 3 года назад

You're never too old right? Thank you for shopping at Shavenation.com Thanks very much for your kind words and ongoing support. I'm thrilled that I assisted in some small way and that you now look forward to your straight shaves!

@stevenwest1494 6 лет назад

I love how positive you are as if to speak to the person who's already said to himself bleeding in a mirror "I can't do it!!!" I'll definitely try using my other hand now as I've been struggling trying to shave one side of my face with the same hand.

@markd7762 7 лет назад

How do you care for the blade? Do you sharpen in yourself? I had a hot shave once with a straight razor and it was amazing. I want to give this a try.

@biggur5 3 года назад

Most of the straight razors have a slot where you have to insert half a double edge blade . I've rarely seen one like the one this gentleman has

@CHUBBYBUNNYvv 8 лет назад

This gave me anxiety lol

@i1730 5 лет назад

Do you shave your legs with a straight razor

@ozmobozo 3 года назад

@@i1730 None of your business pervy bastard

@benireges 3 года назад

@@ozmobozo Lol it's a 2-year-old comment.

@JimWalkOn Год назад

A great video! I just received a Feather Artist Club folding razor for my birthday. I told my wife if she bought me anything related to shaving that she should consider Shave Nation as I've benefited from your videos. She did use Shave Nation and I hope others do as well. Amazon may have it cheaper but your videos help and also inspire. Anyway, I have to admit I was a bit nervous since it was my very first time. I also have to admit that I cut myself several times. Nothing big but enough to get my attention! Afterward, I found this video and discovered I wasn't holding the razor in the proper fashion. I've watched it three times now, pausing at various points to practice my grip to make sure it is right. I think my next go around will be better. Finally, I was happy to hear you say that the learning curve is steep and not short. That makes me feel not so bad about my first attempt! Thanks again!

@Elfin4 7 лет назад

Just attempted my first straight shave today after my eldest son bought me a Dovo razor for Xmas. I was surprised at how easy I was able to use my left hand and felt more comfortable with my left than my right, which was strange and not what I expected. Only a small nick which I think is to be expected. I feel that I am leaving a lot more bristle than when using my safety shaver. However, I am not going to push this to much or apply more downward pressure as I believe it will as you say just take time to master. All in all, I was impressed with the Prorasso shaving soap. Just got to practice now and remember to do more than one pass to get the result. Thanks for the video, very helpful and comforting to watch before I started myself. Now I'm going to make a strop to keep it razor sharp. Thanks again

@ryansimmonds731 9 лет назад

Brilliant!! a much closer shave than the modern razors. better on skin to I hear, you wont break out as much after using one as oppose to a 6 blade safety piece of garbage. thanks

@jommonox 9 лет назад

Great tutorial man. Every "real man" should shave like that!

@riphaven 11 лет назад

Will Burton... I use to be worried around my chin to but over time you will get more confident and shave without even a thought about it. This video was where I learned and anyone who I get into straight razor shaving I tell them to watch this first. Thanks geofatboy for posting this for all of us.

@StuntManCottonMouth 11 лет назад

i just wanted to take the time to thank you as i have watched a lot of your vids such as shaving with cut throat, sharpening with strop, pre-shaving and they have helped me with using my cheap razor so now i can spend a little bit more money on a decent cut throat and not take my face off. many thanks and keep posting. Scott

@trigunnn2 10 лет назад

first and last shaving video I will watch very well done, very well explained and well spoken thank you =)

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+TRIGUND Very nice! Thank you very much!

@paveldzhurylyuk6076 7 лет назад

Do you really need the bush and all the prep?

@TheHumanKeyboard 7 лет назад

Using a quality brush and soap makes a much easier shave for me.

@Mrpastry909 7 лет назад

The only essentials for s straight razor are the razor, strop, hone (or service) and cream/soap. Though if you use a soap a brush is more or less necessary, but don't discount either. Brushes allow a little to go a long way. To be honest with a brush, a $3 bar of shaving soap could last a year. It will also help conserve most shaving creams yore already using since it helps a little to a long way.

@CamTheKid 6 лет назад

If you don't want to get razor burn and those little red dots yes, it's also allows for a smoother shave. You'll also want to use and after shave or lotion.

@purebreedbiker 11 лет назад

i just had my first shave with a straight razor and i love it after watching this video i found the way i done it was slightly wrong but it still worked i got 3 tiny cuts nothing to worry about it i feel a new hobby and collection comming on

@Jestunes 3 года назад

I just bought a straight edge razor. Thank you for your demonstration. I will remember to use small strokes and start off slowly so I don't dig in my skin. Thank you...

@geofatboy 3 года назад

Practice makes perfect!

@abadplanner1 5 лет назад

Clint Eastwood had great straight razor shaves while killing the black hat guys

@geofatboy 5 лет назад

Love Clint in those old spaghetti westerns!

@cyberhaggis 3 года назад

Instructions unclear: I circumcised myself. And I'm not even Jew.

@geofatboy 3 года назад

Well, congratulations on your Briss...

@SuburbanSelfReliance 8 лет назад

This is the first video that got me into wet shaving, and I have never looked back! I have used a Gillette Flare Tip Super Speed 1955 A3 Razor for 4 years now. The wife got me a DOVO Silver Steel for the holidays and I am about to take the plunge into the world of straight razor shaving! Already have my shopping cart full of a few accouterments that I need (barber towel, honing stones, etc) that I didn't quite need with the safety razor. Thanks Geofatboy for putting together some really informative videos!

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+RationalPrepping Thanks Prepper! Greatly appreciated. Enjoy your new shaving swag!

@jgrowland24 8 лет назад

I just bought my 1st straight razor a week ago and your videos have been a huge help! Thanks!

@corvettecoupe3731 10 лет назад

Notice how there seems to be a retaliation against cartridge razors? Is it the economy or are people starting to wake up with more accessibility to better quality traditional shaving products...

@JohnBarrow1961 10 лет назад

I think it's just that when you try a safety razor or straight razor and get the hang of it, you realize how crappy the multi-blade jobs are. That and, like you said, it's a lot cheaper to shave using the older style methods. I'll never go back.

@RashedHiyasat 10 лет назад

i've switched to straight razors because i have a beard, and trimming it and giving it a shape is impossible with safety razors, if you want a good shave you need a straight one

@LightningForest 10 лет назад

Eh, my face get irritated from regular three blades, so I wanted an alternative. I came here, but decided I probably couldn't learn this. Then the other day I went to get my haircut at an old barbershop, and the I got a shave there with a straight razor. My face didn't get irritated by the straight razor and I left feeling relaxed. (Plus straight razors are pretty manly.)

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+Rashed Hiyasat Great for line ups and trimming.

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+Corvette Coupe People are sick of shelling out Ca$h for crappy replacement cartridges that end up in a landfill!

@alphashavingworks 5 лет назад

This one video taught me to shave. I watched it again just now for about the 20th time. I never get tired of it.

@patrickedwards7107 4 года назад

Sor thank you I appreciate how no frills and to the point you are this is one of the more concise and honest videos I've watched I've just begun my journey and made the switch to the straight razor. Excellent content you have helped me.

@gfunk63901 2 года назад

The video that started it all. For you and for me. Started in 2013 and use straight 90% of time and double edge and just bought Feather DX teak shavette

@oloebo 10 лет назад

Thank you so much for this very clear & informative video. About 12 years ago I bought a straight razor with the intention of shaving. Getting the straight razor near my neck the words "cut throat" keep going through my mind & I renounced on the idea of shaving with it. Now, thanks to watching this video several times I have tried & been successful shaving with my left & right hand. I just ordered a Dovo Master from you. Greetings from Switzerland. Oliver

@TheCannondale97 9 лет назад

Geo, because of you I now wet shave. Started with a Edwin Jagger from you and now have a good collection of Vintage razors. Today I have purchased a restored vintage straight. Because of you the first shave went great! Thanks for the great videos and teaching us what to do. YOU DA MAN!!!

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+TheCannondale97 Nice! You Da Man Too!

@vexingrabbit1824 9 лет назад

I switch to a straight razor because I was tried of cutting myself and having bumps from a 4 bladed razor. Thanks for the tutorial, I been shaving with a straight razor with the last 5 months and I'm happy with it. No cuts, bumps, redness on my neck, and a closer shave compare to the 4 blade razor. Yes the straight razor is really pricey but worth it and its my partner in crime now and for life. Now I feel like a badass when I shave which is a plus. :D

@geofatboy 9 лет назад

Shawn Stein It's all part of the Zen-Like experience that is Straight Razor Shaving! Better for you: You feel like a B.A. doing it! Better for your skin: One blade results in less irritation than 2-3-4-5-6-50 blades Better for the environment: Not adding to the millions of cartridges dumped. DONE!

@d2pcso 5 лет назад

I watched these videos back when they were new. Did my first straight razor shave last night. Only one small nick. Great video, it was a big help.

@biggur5 3 года назад

You're a brave man speaking the same time your shaving with a cut throat!

@geofatboy 2 года назад

Thanks Boss!

@Abewillow 11 лет назад

I just used a straight razor for the first time. It was due to this video that I bought one. Thank you, despite the nicks I know I'm going to enjoy this.

@jasonjohnson6593 3 года назад

Thank you. I just got a straight razor and I honestly dont know how to use it and this helped me alot.

@pipsocietyrealmoney9094 5 лет назад

Kudos to you buddy. Took the dive and bought myself a disposable straight razor set today. My face is incredibly smooth but my neck took a bit of a beating. Managed to pull a few hairs and cause some bleeding but you made this look so easy.

@dah_pizza_boi5965 8 лет назад

I recently started using a straight razor to shave the sides of mohawk and I must say that the clean crisp line next to my mohawk is the closest thing to a professional shave and its quite wonderful

@jakers1517 11 лет назад

Thanks guy. I bought my 1st straight razor today. I've never shaved with one before, so your video is most helpful.

@caffiend. 7 лет назад

The straight razor option saves a LOT of money in the long run; one razor versus thousands of throwaway ones, also environmentally friendly. One lifetime purchase; more money for beer. Thanks for sharing.

@geofatboy 7 лет назад

More money for beer-Love it!

@popolz 10 лет назад

Nicked my self twice on the first 2 shave. 1st time I slid the razor a little sideways and drew blood. The 2nd time I started with the wrong angle (i knew it was like 55-60° and took the risk since I didn't know what it would do...) and the razor dug in a little. Start with 20-30° and short strokes. It's actually scarier than it really is!

@fixedified 11 лет назад

Thanks, You showed me what I figured out by trial and error and forgot 33 years ago. I just bought two different type again torestart. I will save and recomend your video.

@johnnybancos 11 лет назад

Been straight razor shaving for 3 days now. cheeks, chin and stache are good - neck sucks. But!.. no irritation. I have officially become a straight razor man. with my old mach 3 i could barely shave every 3 days. Thanks for this video, I basically copycatted your every move, and haven't had a drop of blood yet

@crawldaddy7 10 лет назад

Thanks man i bought a couple straight razors not long ago an well didnt know how to really shave with em thanks for the vids learned alot

@RandyLeeSnyderJr 9 лет назад

I absolutely LOVE how you can hear it cutting so perfectly! Makes it feel like shaving is worth while.

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+RandyLeeSnyderJr Right on! We all love that sound!

@curlywurly1987 7 лет назад

first time using a cut throat today and all I can say is I feel a difference from using the multiblades types I don't have a rash or anything did nick myself two times but didn't even notice I'm guessing that's down to sharpness of the blade but I got a alum block which stop it straight away and thanks for your info it really helped understanding on using one.

@hollywoodjay09 3 года назад

Thank you! As a future barber student you hit the nail on the head. There are lots of videos that are not taught this way.

@168dp 8 лет назад

Thanks for the video, I just bought a straight razor and this has really helped me!!

@leodwain90 6 лет назад

My face thanks you. I got a gorgeous straight razor for Christmas and figured “How hard can it be?”. Day 2 I found your tutorial and now instead of two big cuts I only got two small ones! So thank you 👍🏻

@skippert1549 7 лет назад

Just received a straight razor of my B-Day,, watched your vid and set to work. Two little nicks and did the whole face. Thanks for for the video, it may have just saved my face from massive trauma!! LOL

@invigerator 11 лет назад

This fella is gutsy as far as I am concerned. Thanks for the tutorial. I'm 48 y.o. and have this on my bucket list. Finding humor in Mr. Lawton's comments! Congrats on having the nerve to attempt this. A little more skittish now hearing our host advising caution about having dry hands so as to prevent an accident - tragedy really! - down below. I did, however, gain some confidence and did learn some by viewing this video.

@2704Michael 10 лет назад

I brought myself a Dovo yesterday and plan on having a go with it shortly, this video has been very helpful but i think I will keep the EMT on speed dial just in case. cheers mike

@andyhalse576 6 лет назад

After watching your video, i'm inspired to try, thank yo and good job explaining! Thanks Andy

@hadrianmyers 9 лет назад

Thank you for this excellent tutorial! I just finished my first straight razor shave with decent results and no nicks, thanks largely to the excellent advice and demonstration given here. This really is the way to shave, for anybody interested. Very soothing and the end result is finer with less stress on your skin. BULLY.

@geofatboy 9 лет назад

Adrian Myers Many people will think that you are much younger than your actual age in years. Can it be attributed to shaving with a straight razor? I'd like to think so... BULLY!

@corey0007 10 лет назад

got my 1st straight razor in the mail the other day. I've shaved twice with it. I LOVE it. Couldn't have done it without your videos. A million thanks.

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+Corey Schulz Thanks very much Corey!

@jonathanlewis4077 5 лет назад

Hello guys I just did my very first razor shave with my new straight razor shave today. I know it’s a challenge but I will definitely get it with practice each time I’m really happy with my first shave not Perfect in all good time. Good luck guys you guys can do it to.

@damiangregory4157 11 лет назад

Having just got my first straight edge razor, I found this video a great introduction, and very infomative as it is a different experience using a straight edge. After all none of us want to give ourselves a 'Van Gogh' especially those with glasses! Thank you Geo

@Bob-Maplethorpe 9 лет назад

Realized a little while back that I was bored shaving with my Mach3, and decided to make a change. After research, I now and waiting for my Dovo 105 and sharpening stones and strop. Thanks for the videos! A number of vloggers have made my pursuit of this new hobby interesting.

@geofatboy 8 лет назад

+schmazly2 Good luck!

@Nate196501 6 лет назад

Straight razor sharpening is more talent than most believe! My first shave, 14 good nicks/cuts. Second round, 6. After that, one a day maybe but that's a win-win for me. I have a foot long goat-tee I have to delicately work around as well!

@andrewmarkowicz816 4 года назад

Thanks Fatboy, 1st time watcher and subscribed! I will check out your shop.

@lanced3256 2 года назад

Outstanding demo sir. I thank you for the education!! I am new to shaving with a straight razor. This really helped me and probably prevented a few cuts

@meaty109 2 года назад

Great video Geofatboy.....a couple of things I did when I started......#1) I use a pre-shave...I wanted to get all the advantage I could before shaving. #2) as a novice I started by only going down my cheeks....didnt mess with my neck or mustache or my chin till I built up some confidence especially getting down the correct angle.

@FPLAussieMike 6 лет назад

Bought my first straight razor and making good progress thanks to this video. Only a few cuts so far. 6 - 8 shaves so far and getting it done. Thanks for giving me the confidence to have a go at it.

@julioespinosa686 7 лет назад

Thanks bro, i have 2 days as a straight razor shaver. already addicted.

@theodwroz 11 лет назад

blade and both for sharpening it.. I ll keep trying! the sens of the hall thing after shaving is completely awesome and has anything to do with common shaving! Thanks again and sorry for my bad English.