Comments on: 30 Days to a Better Man Day 30: Get a Straight Razor Shave

By: Merlee

Merlee — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 04:41:16 +0000

Don’t be too sure that it exclusively male! And don’t be sure that faces are the only things to shave with straights. I enjoy hairless pits, legs, and brazilian shaves with my straight, and there is nothing manly about it.

By: JD

JD — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 23:38:52 +0000

A buddy of mine introduced me to AOM website-you guys are great! I was reading the posts on the old school hot towel shave and as I was going to an event with the wife I finally decided why not. Got to say great experience! The trust factor alone of allowing a another man to put a razor to your neck is empowering all by itself but the whole experience really does put the kick back in your step and you walk a little taller on the way out. I though you guys were exaggerating but I was so relaxing I couldn’t stop smiling. Even better is the fact that there is a great little cigar lounge just down the block from my barber. It may have been my first, but won’t be my last. Thanks for the advice.

By: Johnson

Johnson — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 22:45:23 +0000

I am proud to be a man who knocks his whiskers off every day with a straight razor, and I feel that it’s nice to see it regaining popularity in the world. It, along with many other things in modern life, had almost been wiped clean by the idea that being a man is an affliction, and not a gift. In a world where not even the Boy Scouts can be unmolested by feminine agenda, it is nice to have at least the thought that a man can have a few activities of his own.
It truly is a shame that some people can’t stand that, and have to try to take it all from us. The world has become their smorgasbord, at least let us have our crumbs.

By: Kelhugs

Kelhugs — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 15:56:28 +0000

I’m a master barber here in Augusta, Ga, and i pride myself on hot towel straight razor shaves. If you’re ever in the area stop by my shop , and ill be more then willing to service you!! “Every thing hair Barber shop” 1959 kissingbower rd. augusta, ga across from pep boys

By: Jo

Jo — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 15:58:07 +0000

Most, almost all, women do not have to shave their faces…but *every other inch* of their bodies is expected to be hairless. When discussing women shaving, I cannot believe most of you automatically place a woman in a man’s position (i.e. shaving facial hair) when the object/target/location of shaving for each sex is completely different. I guess I appreciate the consideration, even if it is misinformed.

The wet shaving experience may be luxurious and enjoyable for men, but I would love to have this option for, say, legs. Even if shaving for me is more business than pleasure, I would love to have the option for a close, comfortable shave without all the nightmare side effects that result from using plastic razors, hair removal creams or waxing – youch!

Thanks for your website and all the helpful comments here. Good luck in your search of ultimate and exclusive manliness.

By: Jake

Jake — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 13:28:25 +0000

Lol, I intended for the previous comment to be posted under “essential men’s toiletries and grooming supplies”. Sorry about that.

By: Jake

Jake — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 13:18:50 +0000

Brett and Kate,

I love your site; it’s absolutely genius. I have a question that either you or anyone else could answer. I was wondering if it is considered okay to use gold bond for the nether region in combination with some type of cologne for the neck. The reason why I am asking is because I currently use Degree antiperspirant and gold bond, but I get the feeling from people that I could be doing too much. Also for a little background, I’m going to be starting a new job in an office area.

Thanks,
Jake

By: Thomas

Thomas — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 04:27:49 +0000

It is a really manly experience to have a professional shave. I have the luxury of a barber who performs shaves with straight edges and safety razors. I shave with a safety razor at home, so I always get the straight edge. It’s $15 for the cheapest shave, but you can pay up to $30 for the full treatment which includes a hand/forearm massage. They’re all worth every penny. Add a $13 haircut, and for a minor $28 you can get a very good shave and haircut. I always get both every time I go in, and since I’m a struggling college student, I always get the minimum shave, but it’s still a very relaxing experience. If you’re ever in Natchitoches, Louisiana come by the City Barber Shop. It’s in the barber locator.

By: Eric

Eric — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 04:26:04 +0000

Sounds awesome. I’ll definitely be trying it out later on once I’ve gotten past the aftermath of the teenage glory years of acne. Unfortunately it’s all electric shaving for now.

By: Cat

Cat — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 12:15:06 +0000

“Plus, in a world where women are pretty much doing everything men are, a straight razor shave is one of the few activities that is still completely and exclusively male.”

Sorry to burst your bubble, but guess again. Straight-shaving woman, right here.

And plenty more where that came from down at Straight Razor Place. Legs need razor-love too, you know.

Denise – “I find that shaving the face is not as good anymore with the new Mach 3 razors coming out, they give a closer shave with less razor burn, straight razors can leave the skin feeling raw, which is very unpleasant I am sure.”

Really? All those multi-blade razors drive my skin mad. A straight never does.