Aug. 2, 2022 - AA Day 2
GEMSofWisdom
SubstantialStag
After watching u/J33pGuy13 zip through his shave yesterday, I thought about how slow and meticulous my first shave with the OCMM was a year ago. Now I only have about 45 shaves total since then, so I am far from an expert, but after today, I think I may have it. I remember being very deliberate about keeping what I believed to be the perfect and proper angle and it was dreadfully slow compared to today. Having now used a shavette (Not the Chopstick Kamisori, mind you) a few times, I decided to take a cue from that. Today I increased the angle maybe by a degree or two, but just enough to give me a more effortless shave in less time than that first one. The net result is more blade feel, and it is a stark reminder that wielding this GEM is not for the feeble-minded. For me, the difference was most noticeable on my neck, where I need to mind any razor. But I also have trouble under my nose in keeping my mustache in order. If I get a weeper, it will be up there. Nothing today, but those stark reminders, but I will take those over blood.
Two shaves in on the blade means it's still yet to hit its sweet spot, so I can't say that had a detrimental effect on comfort today. Stay tuned for more.
Throwing EdP to the wind. I'm not counting after the first few sprays. Just know that I wear it boldly!
Off to spend some time with my daughter at the Ohio State Fair. Ohio Pork Producers Council Rib-off today = tasty sampling for the People's Choice Award then American Idol winner Scotty McCreery tonight. Should be a fun day.
Happy shaving!
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