I Grew a Beard for 30 Days in Quarantine

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  • Опубликовано: 1 фев 2025

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  • @OhioShaves
    @OhioShaves  2 года назад +51

    My Face still hurts from the thorn razor

    • @patnaikunisanthiswaroop8846
      @patnaikunisanthiswaroop8846 2 года назад

      Forget to shave with thorn razor bro.

    • @patnaikunisanthiswaroop8846
      @patnaikunisanthiswaroop8846 2 года назад

      Forget to shave with thorn razor bro.

    • @10floz30minutes
      @10floz30minutes 2 года назад

      A few other RUclips channel people commented that Thorn is more aggressive than Twig. Maybe that insight could help.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      I contacted leaf shave. There sending another thorn razor said the Razor shouldn’t rattle like mine does.

    • @10floz30minutes
      @10floz30minutes 2 года назад

      @@OhioShaves That's a good move on Leaf Shave's part. I had a razor (still do) which vibrates and "sings" a lot. It cut the hell out of my face when I used it for a face shave.

  • @calebbowers7474
    @calebbowers7474 2 года назад +6

    7:02 is a Jump Scare Man lol.
    Awesome Video.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      👍😂. Thanks for watching

  • @damienkramer1001
    @damienkramer1001 2 года назад +14

    As someone who uses a shavette (which is what you used in the video) regularly, I usually still follow up with my parker 74r for the last few hard to reach areas in the neck where the growth pattern gets funky. Good job on your first go! Wish you luck with the shavette especially

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      Thanks for the tip

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад

      practice makes improvements, regards dapper shaves

  • @DustinBlythe
    @DustinBlythe 2 года назад +7

    Happy anniversary! Your channel has been a great guide for me, and will continue to be. Thanks for the insights.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      Thank you so much. Your kind words means so much.

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад +2

      well said sir, regards dapper shaves

  • @robwalsh1322
    @robwalsh1322 2 года назад +30

    When I first started wetshaving when I was 16 I used a shavette(the yellow razor you used) the best advice I can give you is to stretch the skin your going to shave with the hand your not shaving with, the chance of nicks/cuts is greatly reduced when the surface your shaving is as flat as possible
    When shaving the neck look straight up and pull down at the bottom of the neck to stretch the skin, you’ll get a closer shave that way also with a shavette/straight razor

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +3

      Thank you much

    • @robwalsh1322
      @robwalsh1322 2 года назад +6

      @@OhioShaves no problem, I know it’s a bit tedious learning to shave with a shavette first because of having to use 2 hands, it can also make the shave last longer then it should, especially if your in a hurry for work or an occasion etc. once your used to it and have mastered the technique you’ll be able to do it without stretching the skin with your other hand, you’ll be able to angle your face in certain ways to achieve the best shave with no nicks/cuts or irritation, I know some people who shave daily with a straight or shavette and they can do a full 2 or 3 pass BBS shave in under 10 minutes(including pre and post shave routines), and they’ve been doing that for years
      Mastering a straight razor is the hardest shaving skill to learn, it gives a good sense of gratification and achievement once you’ve done it, great videos too by the way 👍😊

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад +3

      excellent advise, regards dapper shaves

  • @gravesit
    @gravesit 2 года назад +7

    I have tried to shave 2 weeks of growth recently with my Merkur Progress and it was no fun. Made a mental note to either use a straight, shavette or just trim with clippers with that much growth in the future.
    Got my Twig today after your recommendation and had a fantastic shave with zero irritation. Going to be my new go to razor. Thanks!

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      Love my Twig and glad you like it. The straight razor was a complete shock to me but it worked great. Thanks for watching Tim

    • @gravesit
      @gravesit 2 года назад +1

      @@OhioShaves I have that same Gravity razor, but have yet to try it because the large blade exposure scares me.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      With a ton of growth it works great. I’ll have to try it with just a few days growth and see how it does. That was the first time I actually tried shaving with it. Before then, it was just cutting in lines on my beard or goatee.

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад +1

      straight razors does not care how long the beard is 😂 regards dapper shaves

    • @Corey-iw4ot
      @Corey-iw4ot 7 месяцев назад

      What u shave your skull with

  • @tlasaracina7
    @tlasaracina7 2 года назад +3

    I love your honesty, Your videos are now my go to as a beginner. I don't like the guys who love everything they use, seems like they are hawking the product which does us no good.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      Thanks. I feel the same way about other content creators. Thanks for watching Tony

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад

      well said sir, regards dapper shaves

  • @AlitaAvenger
    @AlitaAvenger 2 года назад +5

    Just started to watch a few minutes ago and I can already tell this is a great video... with humor as well...🙂.
    Thanks a lot and best wishes from the Netherlands!

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      Thank you much. Thanks for watching

    • @AlitaAvenger
      @AlitaAvenger 2 года назад

      @@OhioShaves 👍

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад

      excellent content for sure, regards dapper shaves

  • @WallyPankowski-wd8gb
    @WallyPankowski-wd8gb Год назад +4

    Happy Anniversary!, Watching you go through that much growth with some of the razors actually made me cringe. You are brave to try the shavete for the first time. I am new to wet shaving and based on your videos i tried the Twig. Great razor for a newbie. I now use it as my travel razor. I broke down and bought the Rockwell T2 SS. I tried some slant razors, but apparently my face doesn't like them. Thanks for all your time and efforts in helping the Wet Shave community.

  • @BartBuzz
    @BartBuzz 2 года назад +3

    That's a lot of growth to remove. In my case, when I shaved a 2-month beard, I used a Philips Norelco all-in-one trimmer to remove the bulk of my beard. I finished with a regular 3-pass shave using a DE safety razor. As an aside, I've found that my Rockwell 6S can easily handle 4 days of growth using the R5/R6 plate for the with-the-growth pass, switching to the R4 plate for across the growth, and finishing with the R2 plate against the growth. In your case, I'm impressed that you used a shavette with such heavy growth. I don't like a lot of blade feel and would definitely not shave with a straight razor. Kudos on your "raw" shave...despite the blood bath from the Thorn.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      Thanks Brother

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад

      straight razors does not care about beard length 😂 regards dapper shaves

  • @DavidLeBlanc
    @DavidLeBlanc 2 года назад +6

    When I shaved my last beard off I had a barber cut it down to a stubble and then he gave me a straight razor shave. Did a good job, too, even though he said he rarely did shaves.
    After that began my years long quest to figure out how to shave properly. Went from electric razors to multi blade cartridges to settling on DE razors.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      Great story. Thanks for sharing

    • @Corey-iw4ot
      @Corey-iw4ot 7 месяцев назад

      That smart use electric trimmer first less irritated skin and clogged razor blades

  • @zanewood94
    @zanewood94 2 года назад +5

    Great Shaves Ohio, when ever you are using a straight/shavette razor it is best to keep the skin taut. Atleast that is what I have learned, I even implement it in my de shaves

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      Thanks for the tip. This was my first shave with the shavette besides cuting in lines. thanks for watching

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад

      excellent advise, regards dapper shaves

  • @robertcochran7103
    @robertcochran7103 Год назад +1

    Hi! I use Feather blades exclusively and have never corked them. If I have a beard like that...and I've had a few of those in recent months...I would go to a barber with instructions to trim the beard down enough so that I can shave the rest of it off. The barbers generally double to quadruple check to verify that I really want my beard clipped off, then they go ahead and trim it off with electric clippers. I rather like being pampered by the barber at a particular high end barbershop that I favor. After the barber trims off the beard, my face is pretty irritated from the clippers. It gets more irritated when I shave right after. But the clipper treatment followed by the shave is a lot better than my trying to shave off my own thick beard with a razor. I have only seen the first 11 minutes of this video. I want to acknowledge your courage. You have great fortitude and determination to shave off your own beard. I salute you. 🙂

  • @rothgartheviking858
    @rothgartheviking858 2 года назад +7

    Tried the leaf multiblade razor on my head. You where right best head shave ever and fast.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      Nice. Glad I could help. Best head shaver

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад +1

      agreed, many folk talk highly about head shaves. regards dapper shaves

  • @chazking7764
    @chazking7764 2 года назад +4

    This was glorious to watch. Watching a razor take down that much growth is always fun to watch. One question, where was the R41 for this? Do you still have it? I feel like it would've held up better because of the OC and larger blade gap. Less clogging issues maybe?

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      Gave the R41 away to a subscriber last month.

    • @chazking7764
      @chazking7764 2 года назад

      @@OhioShaves just caught that at the end of the video. Love your content man, shave on!

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад

      Thanks brother. Really appreciated

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      @barbert channel is my go to for learning to use a straight razor/ shavette. My holds are way off but that was my first shave with it besides doing cutting goatee’s

  • @gregtro6386
    @gregtro6386 2 года назад +4

    I love the Thorn. Could it be that the snapped blade curved backed that gives an extra edge angle to worry about ? I'm a careless shaver and have never had a gouge like that.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      Yeah, I’m going to send it in and have them look at it. I’m sure something is wrong because I can never get a good shave with it. Even with their blades they sent I still have problems with it. Thanks for watching my friend.

    • @gregtro6386
      @gregtro6386 2 года назад +1

      @@OhioShaves I care and I like your shaves. Your show and tell style has great appeal

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      Thank you so much I appreciate it

    • @МыколаНетребко
      @МыколаНетребко 2 года назад

      @@OhioShaves I wonder if maybe your angle is off with the Leaf razor? I have the Thorn and find that my angle with it is too aggressive, maybe close to 45degrees. Other DE razors have a different blade angle.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад

      I think it’s miss aligned. I’m going to contact leaf shave. I shave a lot with the twig and have know problems at all.

  • @robertcochran7103
    @robertcochran7103 Год назад +2

    I watched the entire video and read some of the comments. I know this video was done 10 months ago. I hope you have had a chance to practice regularly with a straight razor because really, you did very well with the shavette. It is a kind of art to shave with a straight and to know when and how to strop the straight razor and otherwise keep it in tip top shape. You really did well to get only a few nicks. It was good for me to study your use of the shavette, because you succeeded very well with it.

  • @AndyPanda9
    @AndyPanda9 2 года назад +3

    Would have liked to see you tackle that beard with a Merkur 37C - the slant might have sliced thru all that growth. I am not on board with corking the feather blades but that's just me.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      I actually had planned to use it but the straight razor was doing such a great job. I didn't even switch to the 37C. Next time. Thanks for watching👍

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад

      use feathers as they come, corking is sacrilege 🙈🤣 regards dapper shaves

  • @COB506
    @COB506 2 года назад +1

    I just recently started wet shaving my head. Just used a Gillette fusion to get a feel for it. I ordered the Henson al13 mild yesterday along with a blade sampler pack and alum block. I can’t wait to try this thing out. I’m also rocking a beard and haven’t shaved my neck with a blade in years (irritation, after burn, etc.). I’m definitely going to try my neck with the AL13 and see how it does for me. Great review!

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      That's awesome. It takes me a little longer to shave my head with the Henson because if you don't get that angle, it doesn't cut. Let me know how things go?

    • @COB506
      @COB506 2 года назад

      @@OhioShaves I appreciate the reply. I will try to remember to update you. It is also my concern that maybe it will take several passes. I’ll practice with the Henson and maybe upgrade to a “real DE” in the future? I’ve seen people talk about the Rockwell, Murkur and Edwin jagger….What would be your recommendations for a head razor?

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      The Rockwell 6c is my favorite safety razor. 6 razors in one. Watch any of my top three safety razors videos.

    • @COB506
      @COB506 2 года назад

      @@OhioShaves Awesome. The 6c was right up there with the Henson for me. Debated between the two but the “idiot proof” features of the Henson got me, which I think is their intent. Appreciate your feedback 🙏

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад

      💯

  • @_Adam_S
    @_Adam_S 2 года назад +5

    Wonderful shave overall!! Straight razors are really something else!!

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +3

      Thank you much. I was shocked how well the straight razor did. Thanks for watching

    • @DustinBlythe
      @DustinBlythe 2 года назад +1

      Help me understand: Why choose a straight razor over a safety razor?

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      Straight razor can remove a ton of growth easily compared to a safety razor. I this case 30 days of growth for me growing out my beard. I was my 1st time using one "shavette" and I don’t plan on using them on a weekly basis. I just wanted to try one out and I was pretty amazed.

    • @DustinBlythe
      @DustinBlythe 2 года назад

      @@OhioShaves It just seems like a cut waiting to happen unless your technique is 110% spot on. That can happen with a safety razor (ahem, Thorn) but as the name implies it's inherently safer with the advantages of a razor blade shave. Thank you for experimenting on our behalf.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      Just comparing the different razors. Makes for great content and people enjoy watching others step out of there comfort zone, like I did. It was fun for me

  • @brianh2287
    @brianh2287 2 года назад +4

    You called the Merkur Futur a potato peeler lol. What a perfectly descriptive name for that razor !

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад

      I heard that from someone else. But it does make great sense.

  • @ebear4015
    @ebear4015 2 года назад +2

    Great video, demonstration, and fair comparison. Thank you for sacrificing your face 😂

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад

      Thanks for watching. Glad you liked it👍

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад

      🙈🙈 regards dapper shaves

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      😂

  • @Falkenstadl
    @Falkenstadl 2 года назад +2

    Nice Test. For this heavy beard growth, the R41 is the best safety razor. If you want an excellent straight razor shave, then use one made in Austria by Koraat. You'll never use another one after that.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +3

      Thanks. They contacted me last week through Instagram and I believe they are sending me one should be here soon. Austria is really far away. Not sure how long that's gonna take.

    • @Falkenstadl
      @Falkenstadl 2 года назад +1

      @@OhioShaves It is worth to wait.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      Sweet. Can’t wait

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад +1

      Ulrik indeed is a master straight razor maker and can highly recommend the “14” 2.0. They also come shave ready which very few manufacturers can claim. regards dapper shaves

  • @teodortrifonov2905
    @teodortrifonov2905 2 года назад +5

    An interesting and painful experiment :P Not sure I would ever try that myself. Good job tho, that was brave!

  • @borbetomagus
    @borbetomagus Год назад +1

    Nice shave. RazoRock's Hawk V3 open comb single edge razor can work quite efficiently and comfortably using Feather's most aggressive Super Professional Artist Club blade. This blade is normally used in Feather shavettes and kamisori razors and (if used with light pressure) more comfortably plows through beard growth than Feather Hi-Stainless DE blades, which, in the wrong razor, seems to painfully tear through long beard growth. I don't find a single razor (even an adjustable) can effectively do all shaving passes efficiently and comfortably, so also use Classic Shaving Occam's Razor single edge adjustable razor at highest setting (with much skin stretching) for XTG passes and an iKon Tech with a Feather Hi-Stainless DE blade (one of the most aggressive DE razors, used with the lightest touch) for ATG passes. Maggard's MR18 long knurled handle is a wonderful addition, as holding it at various points (bottom, middle, top) provide more control than smaller handles. Unfortunately, it can't be used with the Occam's Razor. Slant razors, as you know, also work well given they stiffen the blade, but I find their effectiveness works up to a point. Of course, some of my shaving issues may be due to myself not using these products as effectively as others. Best wishes for more effective shaves.

  • @robwalsh1322
    @robwalsh1322 2 года назад +2

    Also, with the thorn razor, I’ve never used it myself but from the looks of it the angle the blade sits in the head seems to be what makes it more aggressive, the blade gap isn’t that much bigger then the twig so I think the main factor is the blade angle/exposure
    Maybe try change the angle you put the razor on your face and you won’t get as much irritation or cuts, another example of this is the Rex Envoy razor, the blade gap is very small but it’s a very blade forward razor so the angle the blade sits is what makes it a razor that’s on the more aggressive end of the spectrum, if you get the angle wrong it will cut you

  • @ShreyasPreyas108
    @ShreyasPreyas108 2 года назад +2

    Your courage is My Inspiration Sir ❤️

  • @Omid-P26
    @Omid-P26 Месяц назад +2

    I am shaving with a straight razor since I am 14 once you got a good technique it’s unbeatable ❤ tried different things but always came back to straight razors. But those you have to sharpen not a shavette like in this video. Classic ones are superior to shavettes as the blade is more flexible and the angle is more refined which cuts even better. Especially thick beards

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Месяц назад +1

      Yeah I haven't ventured into Straight Razor shaving yet. A lot of people want me to try it and one of these days I'll get there. I have to agree to shave so you might as well use a safety razor. It's the same blades.

    • @Omid-P26
      @Omid-P26 Месяц назад

      @@OhioShaves well if you use a shavette but if you use a classical straight razor it’s not the same. To be honest especially if you hone yourself you will notice which stone and which type of honing suits your beard type the most. I would never recommend safety razors to people who want the perfect shave. If you need a tutorial or video fell free to reach out to me.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Месяц назад

      @Omid-P26 I love shaving with a safety razor. It’s really cleaned up my face from skin irritation. My Gillette fusion really tore up my face for years.

  • @squeaky166
    @squeaky166 11 месяцев назад +1

    It is best to wet your alum block & then try holding it on the cut place for 30 seconds or so to help stop the bleeding!

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  11 месяцев назад

      🤣Just a terrible test I did with mild razors. Thanks for the tip

  • @thebigmann81
    @thebigmann81 10 месяцев назад +1

    I normally use just avocado/olive oil i use for cooking as my pre-shave oil i put in a droper bottle.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  10 месяцев назад

      👍

    • @Corey-iw4ot
      @Corey-iw4ot 7 месяцев назад

      Witch hazel with rosemary oil after shave

  • @Mr__Frodo
    @Mr__Frodo 2 года назад +1

    Great video , like always. As expected for Merkur and Twig , just too much growth. As for Thorn i see people are either 100% in , or 100% out. I can tell just by watching few videos that it's just too aggressive for me 😆 ...watching this i remembered when i first started to shave my head , was trying all sort of things and would end up bloody every single time 😄

  • @МыколаНетребко
    @МыколаНетребко 2 года назад +2

    What’s the min recommended time to soak Badger brush before shave?

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +4

      Great question. I used to soak mine in warm water while took a shower. Don't submerge the handle or you will soften the glue that holds the bristles in place

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад

      they dont require any real soaking, that said if it’s a dense knot at least make sure you get they core wet! All full submerge all my brushes, don’t worry about the marine epoxy. It’s supposed to get wet, I’m more concern about get the entire knot wet, but moreover cleaning out all the soap afterwards! regards dapper shaves

    • @jaberwocky7771
      @jaberwocky7771 Год назад

      Shavettes scare a lot of people away from straights. Lightweight is not your friend with straights. Too sharp is also not your friend with straights. The whole shavette concept forces you to use muscles to move an ultra sharp blade. It’s a bad plan.
      As a straight razor shaver for nearly 20 years, I’ve never been so nervous for someone watching a RUclips video.
      For better results, try a nice heavy traditional straight with a semi hollow grind. Let the weight of the razor do the work. Use 2 hands, one to pull the skin taught. Takes a bit to learn the angles and how to see them in the mirror. The results are worth it. A one pass shave gets me by for 3-4 days and takes about 5 minutes. I have a goatee so a lot of the hard parts get skipped.

  • @azeQify
    @azeQify 2 года назад +8

    Not gonna lie as a shavette rookie shaver the gravity is probably not the best choice. The blade exposure on those is insane actually. Saw your comment on Barber Turko's channel some days ago, he uses a Sedef shavette, those are definitely better for starters.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      Thanks. It was a free be from gravity razor. I have another straight razor or shavette coming from Australia. I need to watch his channel more to get better. @barberturko’s channel is awesome. That man can shave fast and easily. Love his channel. Thanks for watching 🙏

    • @azeQify
      @azeQify 2 года назад +2

      @@OhioShaves hahaha yeah he's actually so good with a shavette it's crazy. looking forward to the next shavette video, will only get better. have a nice weekend

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      Thanks you too

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад

      great advise, regards dapper shaves

  • @seanstoutgamer
    @seanstoutgamer 2 года назад +3

    Mom gave me my first shave with my grandfather's soap in old spice mug, Brush, His Gillette super speed butterfly open!!!
    I did branch out into carts , They we're fine! Just wasn't as good as old fashioned!!

  • @ardakaya682
    @ardakaya682 Год назад +1

    what is your favourite razor blade model/brand? I use astra and wanted to try something new< any recomndations for senitive skin? Cool video btw!

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад

      ruclips.net/video/1-8I1dp93LQ/видео.html

  • @austinhindman8846
    @austinhindman8846 Год назад

    The futur was my first try at de shaving. I'm glad to know it is as aggressive as i thought it was. I just ordered a leaf twig, so we will see how my second attempt goes. I have enjoyed shaving soaps for years, though.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад

      Night and day between the futur and the twig. Your going to love it. The futur or potato peeler, as it is referred too. Is the most aggressive razor I have ever used. Some people like it a lot

  • @AdamWoody-q4n
    @AdamWoody-q4n 4 месяца назад +1

    I laugh every time i hear you call the futor a potato peeler 😂

  • @seanstoutgamer
    @seanstoutgamer 2 года назад +3

    I've had my beard for about 2 years, I do shave my neck.

  • @don4476
    @don4476 Год назад +1

    6c with 6 plate? Wow. Seems extreme but I'll have to try it.

  • @don4476
    @don4476 Год назад +2

    Great video. 👍

  • @arcane3943
    @arcane3943 2 года назад +4

    Ooh, that looked painful, haha.I'd love to let my beard grow, so I can really test my 6c.Shaving every 3-4 days is how I do it (shaving against the grain with really sensitive skin btw).Usually my face feels okay after a shave, but I've picked probably the best products to soothe my skin after every shave.And yes, the alum block is a must!I remember I tore my face the first time I tried shaving against the grain (which was the very first time safety razors also...It wasn't the best decision needless to say 😅)

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      what products?

    • @arcane3943
      @arcane3943 2 года назад +1

      @@OhioShaves I use proraso's white products (preshave, aftershave and shaving cream all for sensitive skin) and an alum block, which I let sit on my face for around 40 seconds.But the proraso's are doing most of the work

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      Good stuff. Have you tried witch hazel?

  • @cmontuori12865
    @cmontuori12865 2 года назад +2

    Making sacrifices so we don't have too. Love ya Brother!!

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      Thanks I really appreciate that. What your favorite razor?

    • @cmontuori12865
      @cmontuori12865 2 года назад +1

      @@OhioShaves Rockwell 6C. Like yourself. My go to

    • @cmontuori12865
      @cmontuori12865 2 года назад

      Leaf for the head.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      👍thanks for watching

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад

      🙈🤣🤣 regards dapper shaves

  • @christiansmalley2663
    @christiansmalley2663 5 месяцев назад +1

    the glock shirt🙏 im subscribed now😂

  • @jj00100
    @jj00100 Год назад

    interesting video... only thing is when you use the shavette , u are suppose to hold your skin taut, the hand pulling the skin firm to make your hair stick up is what ive seen and been told. and i just used it that way the other day and it worked. less chance of nicks and irritation the more taut and flat you can make the skin.
    also kudos for you for using a feather blade in a shavette as your first shave ... using whats considered the sharpest DE blade for your first try is brave lol. it's considered very aggressive and irritation prone on a shavette
    i use astra and wilkerson blades lol and im still new , i usually use clippers but i lately decided im going to use razors for a few months and see if i can transition.. good video thanks

  • @derfman1963
    @derfman1963 Год назад +1

    Yeah, when I have that much growth I pull out my clippers first and get it down to a reasonable level before I hit it with the razor. Faster and safer IMHO. And as far as cuts, using a styptic pencil is best to stop bleeding.

  • @MrDanijelho
    @MrDanijelho 2 года назад +2

    Im on 9 minutes watching and i know this is going to be great video.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      Thanks oh boy you're in for a treat.

  • @askpollus1093
    @askpollus1093 2 года назад +1

    you deserve more subscribes. Liked

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад

      Hey Thanks. Really appreciate it

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад

      not after this blood bath 😂😂😂 Jokes aside, fully agree. regards dapper shaves

  • @noburt9
    @noburt9 Год назад +1

    I use a leaf thorn, but I use a mild blade in it. I used a sharp blade once and stopped because I noticed I easily cut my face with it and it would irritate my face easily. But it's my only razor other than one I got forever ago that is a little messed up.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад +1

      I actually sent the razors back to leaf shaves, and they sent another thorn razor. It was much better I believe the blade was misaligned.

  • @ganesanb.v6893
    @ganesanb.v6893 Год назад +2

    Sir. very super very tough explanation.

  • @kirkbac
    @kirkbac Год назад +1

    I ❤ my potato peeler😂 it’s my every day driver. Keep it Ohio🎉

  • @humoudalzadjali291
    @humoudalzadjali291 2 года назад +4

    When my beard is this long I normally start by trimming it down. This makes it easier for any razor to work. Otherwise, you risk cutting yourself.

  • @StanChapman55
    @StanChapman55 2 года назад +2

    Why don't you get a cordless Wahl Peanut trimmer to use first. It is also great for trimming mustaches and a goatee. Far easier than trying to use any razor for any long growth.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      I wanted to test out a few different safety razors to see if they would go through that much growth.

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад

      trimmer would be the best, but if you can wield a straight razor that’s a quick irritation free shave. regards dapper shaves

  • @Forgoten214
    @Forgoten214 Год назад

    Now was the T2? I bet the Rex Konsul and Rex Ambassador would do the job no problem. Did you test the Pearl with this kind of growth?

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад +1

      I didn't have the pearl at the time. Later this year that test will happen again.

    • @Forgoten214
      @Forgoten214 Год назад +1

      @OhioShaves very nice, I'd love to see what the leaf original would be like with it's 3 blade design, the t2 and the pearl with that kind of growth

    • @Forgoten214
      @Forgoten214 Год назад +1

      @OhioShaves the reason i ask is in the winter i usually grow a thick beard then in spring i usually shave so i was wondering how these would perform in those situations

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад +1

      The leaf would fail. The T2 would struggle

    • @Forgoten214
      @Forgoten214 Год назад

      @@OhioShaves wow the 3 bladed leaf? I always heard it was pretty aggressive with 3 feathers 😁

  • @TerryNS
    @TerryNS Год назад

    when I had growth like that and even full beard. I would use straight razor first past then switch to cartridge system to finish off.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад +1

      The straight razor did one hell of a job

  • @jimbobimboslice
    @jimbobimboslice Год назад

    Can you explain the different between mild, medium, aggressive razors? For example, the Henson has the mild one and then you can get the titanium one in Mild or aggressive. What’s the difference? Also, I recently canceled my dollar shave club crappy razor subscription and am looking to switch over to a SE or DE razor. Never shaved with that style. Any recommendations? Also, don’t mind spending $300+ on a nice razor.
    Thanks man. Subbed.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад +1

      Henson mild is my favorite from them if you’re going to make the switch. The mild is still very aggressive, compared to a disposable razors from the dollar shave club.

    • @don4476
      @don4476 Год назад +1

      Mild, medium and aggressive in context of a razor refers to what's called blade geometry which is the blade gap and blade angle.
      Blade gap is the space between the safety bar and the blade. Small space is mild. Big space is aggressive.
      Blade angle is the angle, in relation to the razor's head and safety bar that the razor clamps the blade down to. Each razor has a geometry designed into it.
      When someone loves a razor it's because the razor's geometry suits them.
      A mild blade is less sharp. An aggressive blade is more sharp. Mild and agressive are used to describe both razors and blades.
      I like a sharp, agressive blade, a feather, in a mild razor like a 6c plate 3 or Rex Envoy. For me a mild razor with agressive blade is the best. The mild razor protects you (gives you safety) and the agressive blade cuts cleanly with less irritation than a mild blade. It's counter intuitive, but an agressive blade can give you a smoother shave than a mild blade.

  • @seiko9361
    @seiko9361 Год назад

    How long can simpson t3 last in your opinion , some people say lifetime but i think maybe its hairs would start felling , please tell me what u think ?

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад +1

      I have had mine for over a year with only a few falling out the first month I owned it. Only time will tell

  • @skippydippydoo1977
    @skippydippydoo1977 2 месяца назад

    Is there any way to try these safety razors and keep if you like and they just charge your card on file. Or send back if you don't like.. And as far as the shave itself is there any difference in the 6s and 6c in your opinion?

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 месяца назад

      It’s like anything else when you return goods. The 6C is a great starting point.

    • @skippydippydoo1977
      @skippydippydoo1977 2 месяца назад

      I was thinking on the lines of some of clothes companies giving you a bunch of stuff to try and send back what you don't like.

    • @skippydippydoo1977
      @skippydippydoo1977 2 месяца назад

      And also as I'm sure you know by now the thorn has to really be twisted closed very tight or the exposure is way off.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 месяца назад

      @skippydippydoo1977 i’m not sure. I would imagine the manufacturers might let you return something you don’t like

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 месяца назад

      @skippydippydoo1977 doesn’t seem right I would return it and have it replaced by leaf. I had to return my 1st thorn razor to them as well and they replaced it.

  • @dsanchez9703
    @dsanchez9703 8 месяцев назад +1

    Bro, ive tried to shave with my shavette for 10+ years and I still can't get the hand of it. Don't think I ever will either

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  8 месяцев назад +2

      I need to work with it. A lot of shavers tell me to buy a better razor. Which is going to happen this fall. The technique is what I need practice with for sure

  • @mr-sam-jax
    @mr-sam-jax 2 года назад

    nice video !
    you have to involve R41 in here man !

  • @MexieMex
    @MexieMex 11 месяцев назад

    I'm relatively new to this, so may be missing something obvious, but why cork a really sharp blade when milder blades exist?

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  11 месяцев назад +1

      Feather blades are known to be better on the second shave than the first

    • @MexieMex
      @MexieMex 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@OhioShaves Interesting, I'd not heard that before. Thanks for the response.

  • @kamikaza3334
    @kamikaza3334 Год назад

    You should only cork the feathers one slide per side. Otherwise you dull them way too much. I tried it, and they were performing exactly like yours. Otherwise uncorked they're so much better for big growth.

  • @thebigmann81
    @thebigmann81 10 месяцев назад

    If you have a lot of hair or a big beard i would use clippers start with a #000 blade then switch to a #00000 blade. Then use a safety razor for that smooth feel

  • @patnaikunisanthiswaroop8846
    @patnaikunisanthiswaroop8846 2 года назад

    Nice shave bro.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      Thanks. Totally went out of my comfort zone with the straight razor, but it ended up working very well.

  • @bradcopp2855
    @bradcopp2855 2 года назад +1

    I got to be honest David, that was hard to watch. A couple of things I noticed, I would have trimmed my deer down with electric Clippers first, then used either the straight, or the Rockwell for the first pass. There are better shavettes that are much more forgiving. I would recommend a feather artist club SS with a feather proguard blade. I would use the Rockwell for the second and third passes. Keep in mind the easiest place to cut yourself with a chevette is around your mouth and Chin. Don't be afraid to use the shave that on your cheeks and neck and a double edge around your mouth area. Last little tip, always dry your alum block, it makes it last a heck of a lot longer. All in all you got her done, didn't have to call the paramedics, and you got to use a straight razor. That's a good day.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      Thanks Brad. It was fun to grow my beard and then shave it all off in a month.

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад

      painful 🙈 regards dapper shaves

  • @Sigaricus
    @Sigaricus 5 месяцев назад +1

    Shaving with a Feather whilst wearing a Glock Shooting Sports shirt - the irony is not lost on me Sir! Well played!

  • @jonathanniccolls1592
    @jonathanniccolls1592 Год назад +1

    When I need to chop down my beard, I use a clipper or a trimmer, and mow down the beard, before I use a DE Safety Razor. If you want an aggressive razor, get an iKon Tek, load it with a feather 🪶 or Kai blade. I've never had a more aggressive razor than an iKon Tek. You can make it even MORE aggressive, by putting a shim or spacer in it. I'm not a fan of straight razors. Maybe it's because I've watched too much Sweeney Todd or the Barber 💈 of Seville to ever feel comfortable using a straight razor. I'm a fan of the Vikings Blade Godfather, Vulcan TTO, of a Parker 78R loaded up with a Bic Chromium Platinum, Bic Astor, or a feather. I hope you got well soon and that Twig didn't leave a mark!

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад

      Great Tip. I have a iKon slant. Haven't used it yet. Shaving off this beard soon

  • @mg344268
    @mg344268 2 года назад

    i`ve got an old British armyrazor with open comb made in ww2. That one with a Feather blade is effisient :)

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      Damm. I’m jealous I’ve been looking for a WWII vintage razor great find.

  • @moonashraf2382
    @moonashraf2382 2 года назад +1

    😂 try the Sedef. It makes all other shavettes look obsolete.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      Thanks. I’ll look into it

  • @stevena8832
    @stevena8832 11 месяцев назад

    can u try with the hensen al 13 after 30 days?

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  11 месяцев назад +1

      It won’t cut that thick of a beard.

  • @xsiikphyziiksx7205
    @xsiikphyziiksx7205 Год назад

    Man that thorn fucked you up… never heard of the DE razors you whipped out but they look damn good brother. Great video love your channel. Also I’ll have to order some of that stuff you use for your cuts. Just ordered leaf twig

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад

      It was misaligned. Leaf shaves replaced the razor after this video

  • @4rl0ng
    @4rl0ng 10 месяцев назад +1

    Are u still shaving with straight razor occasionally?

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  10 месяцев назад

      Occasionally

    • @4rl0ng
      @4rl0ng 10 месяцев назад +1

      ​@@OhioShaves😂😂😂

  • @ofacesig
    @ofacesig Год назад

    I would never try to shave 30 days of beard growth. I would try it down with clippers first. Asking for trouble.

  • @Corey-iw4ot
    @Corey-iw4ot 7 месяцев назад

    Why not use electric trimmer first to trim it down to stubble before u shave

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  7 месяцев назад +1

      Just showing how much growth different safety razors can remove

  • @SEEKANDSTREAM
    @SEEKANDSTREAM 11 месяцев назад

    if you have thick beard hot towel and pre shave oil

  • @PolarBearXx
    @PolarBearXx 5 месяцев назад

    Damn man should have tried the Henson

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  5 месяцев назад

      doesn't make a Razor aggressive enough

  • @nathancruz9172
    @nathancruz9172 Год назад

    I normally shave 🪒 it every two days when, I go against the grain from safety razor.

  • @brianl9983
    @brianl9983 Год назад

    The leaf Thorn blade wasn’t in right. It was crooked is why you got cut. Watch your video again and look

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад +1

      they replaced it after watching the video

  • @BP-xe7dw
    @BP-xe7dw Год назад +1

    I use the straight razor.. you made me so nervous. Got to pull your skin and your beard hair is too long, shover or trim would have been the best. Thinking of getting a safety razor, like your reviews. Was almost arrested at Paris airport because of my single blade, LOL.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад

      😁 I'm no good with a straight razor. Need a lot more practice. This November I will tackle it again. Almost being arrested for having your straight razor. That's scary.

  • @adrian_V99
    @adrian_V99 2 года назад

    You've got chutzpah! I always employ an electric trimmer first.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      I definitely put those safety razors to the test. The straight razor, just effortlessly went through it. Thanks for watching my friend

  • @slythfmst
    @slythfmst 2 года назад

    Think Spock's live long and prosper to control your Shavette. Good on ya for the try. Give yourself a pat on the back Jack.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      I need help. For not knowing what I’m doing with a straight razor. It came out pretty well I think and I’m actually proud of myself. Thanks for watching.

    • @slythfmst
      @slythfmst 2 года назад

      @@OhioShaves You definitely did do a good job and you should be proud! One nice thing is you gave a good comparison between the Merkur (Potato Peeler) and the Rockwell 6c. I have the Rockwell T2 and it works fab as well.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад

      Thank you much

    • @slythfmst
      @slythfmst 2 года назад

      @@OhioShaves I Shaved using a straight razor every 3 days for about 5 yrs.
      I no longer have a steady hand anymore so I just use a safety razor now. You have more control over a straight razor when you use a Spock grip IMO. Watch wet shave barber videos from the art of shaving or wet towel shave vid it will make sense to you. Have a fab day and have a great holiday season!

  • @brianconner2101
    @brianconner2101 Год назад

    The Thorn buzzed it off just as good as the Rockwell 6C. You just cut yourself that's all...probly too much pressure

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад +1

      Leaf did replace the thorn razor for me and it performed beautifully but this was just way too much growth, 30 days

  • @LeonidasGarcia08
    @LeonidasGarcia08 Год назад

    I could feel the stinging he felt when he reapplied the soap

  • @MariosNicolas
    @MariosNicolas 2 года назад

    Excellent👌👌👌

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      👍 Thanks for watching

  • @Mo.Faried
    @Mo.Faried 2 года назад +1

    Man, this is not how you hold or use the straight razor, I actually was surprized that you didn't neck yourself except for a single time. You usually need to lean it almost parallel to the face in the direction of movement to keep it as friendly as possible.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад

      😂My 1st time

    • @Mo.Faried
      @Mo.Faried 2 года назад +1

      @@OhioShaves You did great though 👍sending love from Egypt.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      Thank you so much. I appreciate all the love. Hello from the states. Always wanted to visit Egypt.

    • @Mo.Faried
      @Mo.Faried 2 года назад

      @@OhioShaves You are welcome any time. You know, you can take a tour around the world showing the culture and the history of shaving in every country. I love safety razors and have 5 different safety razors including the Rockwell 6C myself. But bought it through amazon. It is not available locally unfortunately but it is my no. 2 go to and I use it to tame any aggressive blade available.

    • @dappershaves
      @dappershaves 2 года назад

      🙈🙈🙈🤣 regards dapper shaves

  • @Illuminati089
    @Illuminati089 Год назад +1

    Damn I'm not sure how you cut yourself that bad with a safety razor. That looked how I cut myself with a shavette.
    In my experience most safety razors won't work with cutting that much growth. Injectors do a lot better but the most ideal are gem razors that mow growth down like nothing. Of course shavettes and straights are the best but can get messier.

  • @brianmoreley9672
    @brianmoreley9672 4 месяца назад

    Use electric clippers to shave your growth down next time! It'll save you from cutting your face 😮!!

  • @IORIYAGAMI32
    @IORIYAGAMI32 2 года назад +1

    Fantastic shave 😎💪🔥🇦🇷

  • @oussamaayache503
    @oussamaayache503 2 года назад

    Nice 👍

  • @bogdanadzic9305
    @bogdanadzic9305 Год назад

    Should ve used muhle r41

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад +1

      I gave it away. But a subscriber sent me another one. Next year.

  • @drewwilms6843
    @drewwilms6843 Год назад

    OhioShaves MORE STRAIGHT RAZOR VIDEOS. MORE MORE MORE

  • @seanstoutgamer
    @seanstoutgamer 2 года назад +1

    Your skin is probably very sensitive from having a beard for so long, That happens to me, You might have to let your skin get used to a blade again!

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +2

      100%. Thank for the tip. Back to astra SP blades

  • @rodsterpiper1412
    @rodsterpiper1412 Год назад +1

    Muhle R41

  • @Marvel_vs_Capcom84
    @Marvel_vs_Capcom84 Год назад

    You are obsessed with shaving, Just let your beard grow it's there for a reason regardless of how many times you shave.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад

      👍Every November

    • @Marvel_vs_Capcom84
      @Marvel_vs_Capcom84 Год назад

      @@OhioShaves A beard doesn't just grow in November , What I am saying is instead of being obsessed with shaving every other day or every week , why not just let your beard grow and maintain it at a certain length?

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  Год назад

      It’s a wife thing.

    • @Marvel_vs_Capcom84
      @Marvel_vs_Capcom84 Год назад

      @@OhioShaves If your wife would seriously divorce you over being a man and growing a beard then maybe she doesn't deserve you , Maybe you should ask her how she would feel if you told her not to wear makeup and stop getting her hair and nails done?

    • @jimbobimboslice
      @jimbobimboslice Год назад

      @@Marvel_vs_Capcom84
      Hahaha chill bro. Who cares if he shaves lol

  • @seanstoutgamer
    @seanstoutgamer 2 года назад

    My grandfather (mom's dad)

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      👍

    • @razz3016
      @razz3016 2 года назад

      @@OhioShaves your a grandpa I thought you were in your 40s

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад +1

      Haha. I am in my 40’s

  • @lookensharp
    @lookensharp 2 года назад +2

  • @brianeastman3547
    @brianeastman3547 8 месяцев назад

    Always let you beard soak thoroughly in hot scalding water with a hot 🔥 towel

  • @pugchronicals1374
    @pugchronicals1374 2 года назад +1

    You have cojones I'll give you that. Try stretching you're skin with the shavette I'll be a lot smoother shave. Interesting content that's for sure.

    • @OhioShaves
      @OhioShaves  2 года назад

      Okay. Thanks for watching

    • @pugchronicals1374
      @pugchronicals1374 2 года назад

      @@OhioShaves You're Videos are not boring like some other channels. Enjoy them very much!

  • @donaldellison2524
    @donaldellison2524 2 года назад

    Looks like your ending No shave November

  • @kanodogg
    @kanodogg 6 месяцев назад

    i can get that much growth in like a week and a half lol

  • @werewolfofthemoon544
    @werewolfofthemoon544 2 года назад

    👌👌