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Offline DptyDawg

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Electric razor V. regular razor
« on: August 13, 2007, 10:09:06 PM »
Been shavin about 2 months now.  Question is; is it safe to use an electric razor on those days when time is a factor?
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Re: Electric razor V. regular razor
« Reply #1 on: August 14, 2007, 06:11:58 AM »
Welcome DptyDawg!!!!

I haven't used an electric razor on my whole head (yet).  I do use one to trim around my ears and side burns.  Just can't seem to get those areas smooth enough with a normal razor.

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Re: Electric razor V. regular razor
« Reply #2 on: August 14, 2007, 10:41:26 AM »
Welcome there DptyDawg, glad to have you with us.   I have used an electric when I first started shaving and got a lot of nick and cuts.  I still may use one occassionally when I have a break out or bump, but they just don't get me close enough.  In an emergency, an electric still better than hair though!!!
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Re: Electric razor V. regular razor
« Reply #3 on: August 14, 2007, 01:13:27 PM »
Hey Dawg, welcome to Sly Bald Guys! It's safe to use one on those days where time is an issue.  I actually do that about once every couple of months when I'm in a real hurry.
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Re: Electric razor V. regular razor
« Reply #4 on: August 14, 2007, 04:03:30 PM »
Quote from: DptyDawg on August 13, 2007, 10:09:06 PM
Been shavin about 2 months now.  Question is; is it safe to use an electric razor on those days when time is a factor?

ddawg.....1st of all welcome 2 the sly fraternity.  glad that ya found us.  i used an electric razor during the 1st 2 weeks of being sly until i discovered the razor.  so... far.... i haven't used the electric razor since i started with the manual.  my wife shaves my head with the fusion (manual) &  make it a point 2 have "time" 2 shave.  i guess if time is limited.... that i would consider the electric. 

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Re: Electric razor V. regular razor
« Reply #5 on: August 14, 2007, 04:34:24 PM »
Welcome to SBGs, DptyDawg! 8) Never tried electric, but heard it works... O0
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Re: Electric razor V. regular razor
« Reply #6 on: August 14, 2007, 04:37:38 PM »
Welcome dawg,  I used to be an electric user (face only) before going SLY.  I've occasionally used the electric for a quick touch up. Don't think I would like if for a full head shave.
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Re: Electric razor V. regular razor
« Reply #7 on: August 15, 2007, 07:20:27 PM »
welcome depty
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Re: Electric razor V. regular razor
« Reply #8 on: August 16, 2007, 09:37:41 AM »
welcome dawg. well i never used a electric razor before, but i have used a beard and mustache trimmer before, it gets it pretty close, then i use a safety razor, but i suppose a electric razor would work, when time is a issue for you, and again welcome.
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Re: Electric razor V. regular razor
« Reply #9 on: August 18, 2007, 09:09:18 AM »
it's always safe to use an electric razor. The question is whether they work well for you.  I own both rotary and straight head razors and neither get me really slick.  They work ok for touch-ups.  I use them occasionally on long car trips.  I certainly look slick after using them however, my head feels like 500 grit sandpaper.  I have fellow bald buddies tha swear by them however. Me?  I remain a blade man.
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Re: Electric razor V. regular razor
« Reply #10 on: August 19, 2007, 12:36:46 AM »
Welcome dawg!  I've personally never used an electric on the dome, but in my experience, since they tear up my face/neck, I wouldn't use it to do my head, but try it out and let us know how you liked/disliked it.
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Re: Electric razor V. regular razor
« Reply #11 on: August 22, 2007, 05:40:59 AM »
Welcome to SBGs!
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Re: Electric razor V. regular razor
« Reply #12 on: August 22, 2007, 07:52:36 AM »
Welcome Dawg to the best forum on the net. Have no doubt you will enjoy yourself here.


As for your question, I have rarely used an electric as I cannot get the slick smooth feeling that the razor gets you.
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Re: Electric razor V. regular razor
« Reply #13 on: August 22, 2007, 07:59:25 PM »
Dpty, welcome to SBG's, lots of great folks here and lots of encouragement.

I don't think you can get as close a shave with an electric over a blade.
Maybe if you have very fine, sparse hair you might.
I agree with JDog, nothing beats a blade for me; on head or face.
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Re: Electric razor V. regular razor
« Reply #14 on: August 24, 2007, 05:10:31 PM »
Never used an electric razor on my head before, but I will tell you from my early experience when I 1st started........... NEVER USE NAIR!!!!!!!
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