Straight razor use and maintenance

1. Moisten face with lukewarm water and lather up well with shaving soap
2. Hold razor firmly between thumb and 3 fingers
3. Hold the razor at a 30 degree angle to the skin
4. Press the razor lightly on the skin and shave with the grain of the beard hairs
5. Keep tension on the skin with your other hand whilst shaving.
6. Shave with a gentle, even motion, never in a hurry.
7. After shaving, use your favorite aftershave to maintain your skin
8. After shaving, clean and dry the blade well so it does not rust
9. Sharpen the razor regularly with the razor strop. Preferably before and after each shave, that way the razor will stay sharp the longest.
10. Store the razor in its case and grease it when not in use for longer periods of time

Our razors are razor sharp! So use them safely and carefully. Start by practicing on the beard and cheek area. Once you have mastered this, you can shave other parts.