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  1. 12-25-2008, 09:48 PM #1
    raklet
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    Default First Shave

    I got a Dovo Classic Black 5/8 for christmas along with a strop, soap, and brush. The razor didn't come pre-honed and it only did a mediocre job on shaving my face. Lots of tugging and a scraping sound as it passed over my whiskers. I'm going to have to send it in.

    On the up-side, this is the first time I have ever even held a straight in my hands (let alone use one), but I managed to not cut myself with it while using it. I did nick my face with it while fumbling to figure out the grip and get it in position for shaving but was pleased that I didn't cut myself once I actually started using it.

    Any general advice for me just starting out?

    Merry Christmas,

    Raklet
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  2. 12-25-2008, 10:02 PM #2
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    Welcome to SRP ! Congratulations on breaking the ice. Give this a read and check out the shaving and honing and stropping videos here.
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  3. 12-26-2008, 01:10 AM #3
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    Get that razor honed and then enjoy the good times!
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