Wet Shaving Talk For 29 August 2022

You're listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we're dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I'm your host Joe Borrelli and today is August 29th,2022   Today on the Show Celebrate Straight Razor Month  Part Three : Hones and Honing  How to Care for Your Straight Razor  What to Do if you Invest and It's not For You  Contest Winner  Hones & Honing     It's time to Hone  There are so many different tools to hone a razor.  I'll go over the basics to get you started.  I would recommend going full synthetic hones before going to a natural for consistency.  Norton 1k, 4k/8k and 12,000 grit Chinese finisher is the most cost effective way to start.  Use more water than you think you should.   Never use a knife sharpener!  Practice Practice    How to Care For Your Straight Razor   Always store dry with a light coat of mineral oil. Use a silicone sleeve if possible. Keep it out of the bathroom if possible  Strop before storing.  Check periodically.      What If It's Not For You?   There are many ways to offload your straight stuff if it's not for you.     I'll tell you how.  Contest    Time for another contest.   This time I will be giving away a pro-honed straight razor from my own collection.     Listen for a chance to win!!     Last chance to win!!  Winner will be announced on the next show.    Our show is powered by Sharpologist.com, "What Your Father Didn't Teach You about Shaving"  Special Thanks to:   Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!!   Don't forget to check out my blog site www.shavestraightandsafe.com  for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories!   Please feel free to contact me at [email protected]     Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content.   Our next show will be 9/12/22    Until then…. Shave straight and Shave Safe!