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It was my first ever shave with a gem type razor and this 1912 in superb condition was given to me in a trade with @pjgh.Taking my time to try get angles right produced a fantastic close shave.
Jeez that gem blades are sharp I hope it calms down after a shave or two on it
Thanks again Paul
I went all in with a WTG And ATG and thankfully no blood loss to report but I think that was the lightest touch I’ve ever used on a razor ha ha.My pleasure! Great that you jumped straight on in ... indeed, GEM blades are seethingly sharp from the off. My strategy is to be super-light with my touch for the first two or three. Yes, it does settle down after that and you're in for a good ride from there. Super-light touch!
Maybe single pass with the grain until you find your groove? You can use the Leaf to get closer on your face while you shave your head.
... and maybe a use the spine to shim the next blade.
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