u/gcgallant posted on 2024-08-12 12:17:47-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown) August 12, 2024
2 passes. Face lather. Excellent shave. $headless $FriodomRiders #NoStrop
Edge Condition Album
Another excellent shave, but I just started to use my "dulling edge" technique.
I normally shave with a very keen edge and my technique for that is to use a very low angle (for cutting efficiency) and very light pressure (to minimize irritation). As the edge dulls, I keep the same low angle but increase pressure on the bevel, and not on the apex. This pressure lowers the bevel and the apex into the area where the whiskers poke through the skin. Raising the spine and directing more pressure into the apex (which is more natural) drives only the apex into that area. For me, this approach does not cut as well and can result in some irritation.
As the blade dulls, I've found that I am more inclined to raise the spine and press harder, and while this feels "right", it does not work as well for me.
- Friodom Riders 2024
- Headless Horsemen 2024
**August 12, 2024**
* **Brush:** Zenith r/Wetshaving 31mm x 57mm Moar Boar
* **Razor:** J.A. Henckels Friodur 14 Full Hollow Square Point
* **Lather:** Chicago Grooming - AG 1889 - Soap
* **Toner:** Thayers - Lavender - Toner
* **Aftershave:** Chicago Grooming - AG 1889 - Aftershave
* **Fragrance:** Guerlain - Jicky - Eau de Toilette
_2 passes. Face lather. Excellent shave._ $headless $FriodomRiders \#NoStrop
[Edge Condition Album](https://imgur.com/a/BxnOYAr)
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Another excellent shave, but I just started to use my "dulling edge" technique.
I normally shave with a very keen edge and my technique for that is to use a very low angle (for cutting efficiency) and very light pressure (to minimize irritation). As the edge dulls, I keep the same low angle but increase pressure on the bevel, and _not_ on the apex. This pressure lowers the bevel and the apex into the area where the whiskers poke through the skin. Raising the spine and directing more pressure into the apex (which is more natural) drives only the apex into that area. For me, this approach does not cut as well and can result in some irritation.
As the blade dulls, I've found that I am more inclined to raise the spine and press harder, and while this feels "right", it does not work as well for me.