tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3515480284164565162.post324276239122986557..comments2024-03-26T12:01:35.977-04:00Comments on Shave Like Grandad: Preparing for My New Barber StraightDoug Hansfordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15174919444573120386noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3515480284164565162.post-9462435583480068402017-02-17T08:30:53.011-05:002017-02-17T08:30:53.011-05:00Also I didn't mention the outrageous spin and ...Also I didn't mention the outrageous spin and outright falsehoods (factual errors or "alternative facts") that Trump and his team members seem to spout. A quick read of even USA Today documents the "errors" in Trumps rambling news conference and rant yesterday. Again, it's frightening the number of Americans who can't seem to recognize the obvious lies of Trump himself and his staff. It scares me that we seem susceptible to a slide into some pre-WWII-era reality where demigogues and fascist-like behavior and beliefs could take hold. Scary stuff.Doug Hansfordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15174919444573120386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3515480284164565162.post-21329407177606680402017-02-17T08:22:30.209-05:002017-02-17T08:22:30.209-05:00T, you raise a good question about the handle. Var...T, you raise a good question about the handle. Various reviewers have weighed in on this: most seem to like the extra heft, a minority didn't -- although I recall at least one said it was because he was used to a shavette with plastic scales. I, personally, am adjusting. Most of the time so far I don't notice a problem. If my hand gets wet, however, I do have to pay attention to grip the razor securely.<br /><br />Regarding politics, I think you may be wise. However, with climate issues in the balance as well as having a potentially unbalanced narcissist with his hand on the nuclear button and seemingly determined to shift the balance of world power to Russia and China through foolish statements and actions, the whole thing is truly unsettling. Equally troubling is the number of Americans who either don't understand the larger implications or get their news from false or biased sources and seem to think that what's going on is somehow a good thing. Take the call for the firing of Fox News' Shephard Smith, who accurately and fairly questioned the Trump administration recently on air. Madness! I wish I could assume your political perspective, which is probably better for getting a good night's sleep.<br /><br />Thanks for your comments.Doug Hansfordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15174919444573120386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3515480284164565162.post-80721875573846956252017-02-17T05:50:33.754-05:002017-02-17T05:50:33.754-05:00Perhaps you are right. It's just that those of...Perhaps you are right. It's just that those of us who get our news from objective, reliable sources are watching this whole fiasco with anxiety and dread as this unfolds as many of us thought it might.Doug Hansfordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15174919444573120386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3515480284164565162.post-90572953552475594642017-02-16T17:34:32.165-05:002017-02-16T17:34:32.165-05:00Looks interesting! I might try this in a couple of...Looks interesting! I might try this in a couple of years when I have more time shaving. Just curious if the metal handle will cause it to be backend heavy.<br /><br />Politics? Bah, Humbug! I would just assume leave the struggle for wealth and power to those who want to corrupt their own souls and I spend my time doing good unto all people. Less stress and more restful nights! :-)TGatzaJrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07190338145847062418noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3515480284164565162.post-39149464109784876972017-02-16T13:05:00.338-05:002017-02-16T13:05:00.338-05:00That was such a good post, except for the end. Th...That was such a good post, except for the end. The political tag is out of place and can offend readers who just want to read about your experiences in shaving. If you are looking to turn off people who disagree with you politically, then you are doing a fine job.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3515480284164565162.post-58341616328428111632017-02-16T09:25:30.129-05:002017-02-16T09:25:30.129-05:00You are correct in that this type of razor is comm...You are correct in that this type of razor is commonly called a shavette (pronounced SHAVE-et, not sha-VET). However, the name Shavette was originally a brand name like Kleenex is a brand name but is now also the generic name for facial tissue.)<br /><br />It is also true, however, that razors of this type are straight razors, but with a disposable blade, and are required by law for barbers in many jurisdictions.<br /><br />Some have said that the shorter edge of the half-DE-blade razors are a disadvantage, but in reality the full length of a traditional straight is rarely used (unless scraping paint off a window :-).<br /><br />From what I understand, the barbers' razors benefit from a shallower angle (20-30 degrees) between blade and skin; the traditional straight tolerates an angle of about 30-45 degrees.Doug Hansfordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15174919444573120386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3515480284164565162.post-73162144850145517872017-02-16T09:23:05.927-05:002017-02-16T09:23:05.927-05:00Some reading material :)
http://theshaveden.com/f...Some reading material :)<br /><br />http://theshaveden.com/forums/threads/shavettes-the-truth-about-disposable-straight-razors.29942/<br /><br />http://www.badgerandblade.com/forum/threads/shavette-vs-straight-razor.456785/<br /><br />http://shavenook.com/showthread.php?tid=7329Jacquershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05691937262544060040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3515480284164565162.post-82126293624909180922017-02-16T08:57:44.633-05:002017-02-16T08:57:44.633-05:00Interesting experiment. Although it's actually...Interesting experiment. Although it's actually a shavette and from what I've read not the same as shaving with a straight. Looking forward to your review.Jacquershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05691937262544060040noreply@blogger.com