Thread: I know it's been asked: Newb asks a question about refreshing straight razors

Great idea, Roy. That's exactly why Glen made the video, so he could have me make all the mistakes that beginners will want to see and avoid (typical honing videos skip that part usually). The cost of Glen's valuable mentoring was the making of this video. That experience made me more nervous than an interview or public speaking...not only having Glen watching me across the table but that darn camera going as well.

At least I didn't cut myself taping that first razor.

It sure was a while back...still had some decent hair atop my head back then. Now, not so much.

Originally Posted by Speedster

Great idea, Roy. That's exactly why Glen made the video, so he could have me make all the mistakes that beginners will want to see and avoid (typical honing videos skip that part usually). The cost of Glen's valuable mentoring was the making of this video. That experience made me more nervous than an interview or public speaking...not only having Glen watching me across the table but that darn camera going as well.

At least I didn't cut myself taping that first razor.

My friend, you sure didn't look nervous, if you were, you hid it well.

Something that newbies need to learn from this (even though it's kind of a mirror image) is that by one on one 'they' (the newbie) can stop the more experienced person and say; "Hey, could you do that again, I didn't see what you did" Where in your case Glen could see what had happened and then have you correct it.

I'll Preach it till I die and that is 'One on One Learning' is the Best Way of Learning!

Hi Brendan,

'Cuda mentioned you could use a hand with learning to keep the edges edgy. I have a strong bias that favors guys getting together for such learning. I'd be happy to help if you'd like. The other way to rocket sled the learning curve is the regional meet-ups. 'Can't say enough good about them. I drove 7hrs each way a few yrs back. 'Don't regret it a bit.
I did notice that 'patience' is in your arsenal. That puts you head & shoulder above most - including myself. You're gonna do fine with your edges. If I don't get back to look for PM, have Cudarunner throw a rock my way. 'Happy to help.

Hi Brendan,

I will mirror what Cuda and pinklather have stated about face to face meetings. We are having a mini meet in downtown Seattle July 15th. I sent you a PM with more details. Let me know if there is anything we can do.

Matt

Really appreciate the videos and advice. Hoping to meet up with pinklather since he's close to where I live.

PM fired back, Brendan. 'Hope your day is treating you well.

On 'is the 12' sufficient - short answer is yes, but if you find it takes some learning for it to work by itself - don't be surprised. You'll probably be a much faster study than I was, but it took me months to learn what 'no pressure' really means. The other thing to know about having only a finisher is that you *can't* let the edge dull very much or you'll need a more coarse stone to get the edge ready for the 12k.
That Nani is a *very* nice stone. 'Love mine - thanks to a bit of prodding from the honorable (if sneaky) Cudarunner. I'd be perfectly happy shaving w/ Nani 12 edges the rest of my life.

Originally Posted by pinklather

PM fired back, Brendan. 'Hope your day is treating you well.
That Nani is a *very* nice stone. 'Love mine - thanks to a bit of prodding from the honorable (if sneaky) Cudarunner. I'd be perfectly happy shaving w/ Nani 12 edges the rest of my life.

Hehehe I thought of telling the tale about pinklather and his love of the Naniwa 12K for all to see and how it happened--but I will refrain/Unless permission is given.