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RE: Testing how long GEM Blades last? - bcshaves - 02-03-2021
(02-03-2021, 09:47 PM)MrGuy Wrote: Good luck! I know it won’t help in this experiment, but I palm strop new blades a few times before first use and it really seems to work well to tame that first shave irritation. I don’t see any value of continuing to palm strop after that, so I don’t.
Interesting, but to me the first shave was fine. It was smooth and not harsh at all. Since I have not use Carbon Steel blades then that means that I do not have a point of comparison.
RE: Testing how long GEM Blades last? - ShadowsDad - 02-04-2021
I find that starting with a milder razor like a 1912 for the first 4 shaves or so takes the place of stropping. But we do what works for ourselves. After those first shaves they get moved to a more aggressive razor. My fav' being a Shovelhead, but not shaving every day the Shovelhead couldn't handle the cutoffs.
RE: Testing how long GEM Blades last? - GAW9576 - 02-04-2021
A first gen Featherweight is an excellent razors for new blades.
RE: Testing how long GEM Blades last? - Wchnu - 02-04-2021
(02-03-2021, 06:11 PM)bcshaves Wrote: First shave with new blades and new to me razor. The only irritation I can see is from not shaving yesterday and having my face itch as well as irritation from a shave where I chased BBS. I always heard that the first shave is harsh from these blades but I did not get that. I could not take a picture but will post it today. So the shave was this: GEM 1912, GEM SS Personna Blade, Williams Mug Shaving soap, Jayaruh #365, Aqua Velva Ice Blue, and Nivea Shaving Balm. I think my technique was pretty good this shave. No pressure on the razor and what I think perfect angle is for a SE which is almost flat to the face. This was DFS for me.
Off to a good start. I will break out my favorite G3 set 1912 for my shave tomorrow! Looking forward to seeing your post!!!
RE: Testing how long GEM Blades last? - GAW9576 - 02-04-2021
(02-04-2021, 03:37 PM)Wchnu Wrote:(02-03-2021, 06:11 PM)bcshaves Wrote: First shave with new blades and new to me razor. The only irritation I can see is from not shaving yesterday and having my face itch as well as irritation from a shave where I chased BBS. I always heard that the first shave is harsh from these blades but I did not get that. I could not take a picture but will post it today. So the shave was this: GEM 1912, GEM SS Personna Blade, Williams Mug Shaving soap, Jayaruh #365, Aqua Velva Ice Blue, and Nivea Shaving Balm. I think my technique was pretty good this shave. No pressure on the razor and what I think perfect angle is for a SE which is almost flat to the face. This was DFS for me.
Off to a good start. I will break out my favorite G3 set 1912 for my shave tomorrow! Looking forward to seeing your post!!!
G3 set 1912??
RE: Testing how long GEM Blades last? - Wchnu - 02-06-2021
(02-04-2021, 07:34 PM)GAW9576 Wrote:(02-04-2021, 03:37 PM)Wchnu Wrote: Off to a good start. I will break out my favorite G3 set 1912 for my shave tomorrow! Looking forward to seeing your post!!!
G3 set 1912??
Yea. I talked about it in the video. I am going to make a video about the set. It’s a military setbin the plastic box with sliding top.
RE: Testing how long GEM Blades last? - GAW9576 - 02-07-2021
(02-06-2021, 04:10 PM)Wchnu Wrote: Yea. I talked about it in the video. I am going to make a video about the set. It’s a military setbin the plastic box with sliding top.
I watched the video after asking the question. I guess I should have watched first.
I have a 1912 with that same handle. Unfortunately I don't have the cool case to go with it.
RE: Testing how long GEM Blades last? - Wchnu - 02-08-2021
(02-07-2021, 03:41 PM)GAW9576 Wrote:(02-06-2021, 04:10 PM)Wchnu Wrote: Yea. I talked about it in the video. I am going to make a video about the set. It’s a military setbin the plastic box with sliding top.
I watched the video after asking the question. I guess I should have watched first.
I have a 1912 with that same handle. Unfortunately I don't have the cool case to go with it.
It is a very nice case to have. I do not have an extra right now. I will keep my eyes open for one.
RE: Testing how long GEM Blades last? - GAW9576 - 02-09-2021
Wchnu I appreciate that. BTW is this the metal handle for a G3?
RE: Testing how long GEM Blades last? - bcshaves - 02-11-2021
(02-09-2021, 04:32 AM)GAW9576 Wrote: Wchnu I appreciate that. BTW is this the metal handle for a G3?
That handle is interesting. I have never seen one like that.
Second shave with the blade. I went against the grain and for some reason felt it tug a little on that pass. Over all good shave with the GEM 1912 on 2 shave.