Newbie question...is the HeadBlade really this easy/fast?

[skipintexas]

Ok, because I've only been sly for just over a week and I'm desperately trying to learn how to do this right, I'm just going to ask....I found this short video on YouTube, is this really how smoothly and QUICKLY you shave with a HeadBlade?  He moves the HB so fast over his skull, I was amazed.  Is this the right way, or the wrong way, to use this little sucker?  The video is linked to from the official HeadBlade website.  I noticed that the founder of HeadBlade was there for the shoot, even in the video, so I am assuming that he agreed with the technique of they wouldn't have used it for advertising, would they?



Thanks!

Skip (aka: the newbie!)

[Tyler]

Yeah, for me it really is that easy. 

[skipintexas]

Yeah, for me it really is that easy. 

Wow.  And you move it that quickly across your head?  May, when I've read the "how to use the HeadBlade" thread I had the image of a much slower stroke....could it be I'm cutting myself from going TOO slowly?? 

[buuckkweet]

I got my first HeadBlade Sunday.  The most important thing to remember is NOT to use pressure on the front of the blade.  Just let the HeadBlade do the work.  Work on your shaving  technique, and you will gradually shave faster.  This is an excellent tool for shaving, but you can cut the heck out of yourself if you are not careful.  Just be patient!!    

[Paul]

It works that fast for me NOW.  When starting out though it is important to take your time and watch how you apply the pressure.  You may discover it takes a little getting used to but it is worth it.

[slyinglide]

I can attest to the idea of going slow at first.........but it only takes a little practice to get faster and faster, but why is speed so important to you?  I have sped up a lot since I started using the HeadBlade, but I like to take my time, and get the best shave I can with the fewest strokes.

Just think GOLF.

[skipintexas]

Thanks for all the advice guys.  I honestly wasn't wanting to go fast, I was just worried that maybe going TOO slow might be what's leading to my cutting the back of my head so dang much!!!  It occured to me that going really slowly might be causing too much pressure or making the blades "dig" into my scalp.

Is it possible to do that?  Go TOO slow with a HeadBlade? 

[FR8TRAIN]

Thanks for all the advice guys.  I honestly wasn't wanting to go fast, I was just worried that maybe going TOO slow might be what's leading to my cutting the back of my head so dang much!!!  It occured to me that going really slowly might be causing too much pressure or making the blades "dig" into my scalp.

Is it possible to do that?  Go TOO slow with a HeadBlade? 

If you have ample lubricant, i.e. HeadSlick, shaving oil, gel, etc., I will say no, you cannot go too slow with a HeadBlade. Now, if you don't have enough lubricant on your scalp and you try to go real slow with the HB, or any other razor, you may get cut up because there is nothing to reduce the friction between your skin and the metal blades. So they will dig right into your scalp.

I just switched from HB Triple blade cartridges to Atra twins and was doubtful that I would get as close a shave as I had before. But I took some advice from our Brother WARHAWK and sprayed some alcohol on top of the HeadSlick after it was on my head and I have gotten as smooth a shave with those twin Atra blades as I ever did with the HB Triples.

My point is that you need to make sure you have enough shaving lubricant on your scalp before you begin shaving and you should be able to go as slow as you want to without cutting yourself. Of course if you already have cuts, allow them to heal completely before shaving back over them or you will continue to reopen those wounds.

I'm FR8TRAIN and I approve this message.

[gardner179]

just lubricate well, keep the wheels on your head and go slow with no pressure on the blade. 

[Stu]

Yes, it is that easy, and lubricant does make a big difference.  In my case, HeadLube is THE best thing with the HeadBlade, and it lasts several months.

[SlickCountry]

Everyone so far has it right.  Watch your technique and use plenty of shave lube.  I'd like to reiterate, the headblade takes some getting used to.  Speed will come in time.

[gardner179]

You are only going to get cut if you let pressure fall on to the blade, remember, use a GOOD, shaving oil and no pressure

[Mikekoz13]

If you do apply pressure to the HB you WILL get a very nasty cut......... sort of like a bloody landing strip...

[Deadbob]

At first it'll be REALLY slow because the HB DOES have a bit of a learning curve to it. When I started using a HB, it took me about 20 minutes!

Now, I'm slightly faster than that guy because I do 1 against the grain shave, not a with the grain & then against.

[iPelon]

If you do apply pressure to the HB you WILL get a very nasty cut......... sort of like a bloody landing strip...

Mikekoz13.... ain't that the truth!!   I just gave myself a nasty gusher/ "landing strip cut a couple days ago.  All because I did not use enough lube AND put some pressure on the blade.  I have to admit, I was rushing.  My three rules from now on:

1). DO NOT rush!
2). Use PLENTY of lube
3). NEVER, NEVER, NEVER, apply pressure to the blade.

Skipintexas... I just started using HB and I must say that it was pretty fast.  My hardest area is the back of my head and around the ears.  I imagine that is the case with most sly guys???

As they say... practice makes perfect.  you'll get the hang of it in no time... just remember those three rules and the advise on this forum.