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Discussions About Being Bald => To be or not be...Bald => Topic started by: oxfordjon on January 23, 2011, 06:54:56 AM

Title: shall I? shant I?
Post by: oxfordjon on January 23, 2011, 06:54:56 AM
I'm a 20 year old student wanting to go bald for the first time however not plucked up the courage, ive come here for some advice. Ive had buzz cut's before going down to 2 but really want to go bald. Worried how people at uni will take it....

Here's a pic would bald even suit me?


So yeah what advice would you give me?
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi56.tinypic.com%2F33nf6mt.jpg&hash=ce5370ef0f8f69bb65069594700e593746da87ae)

I'm also on www.facebook.com/jongf1 add me could do with some support!

Cheers guys

Jon
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: beardedbaldgerman on January 23, 2011, 07:06:16 AM
I recommend to buzz it really short. So you get a good impression if it suits you. I think it will.
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: Nonick on January 23, 2011, 09:00:47 AM
Agree; do the no-guard buzz; as short as possible.  If you like the look, then get out the razor and the gel and GO FOR IT!  I think you'll REALLY like the result  O0
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: Noodles on January 23, 2011, 10:11:01 AM
What they said...  (https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi388.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Foo325%2Fzteamdynasty%2Farrow_up.gif&hash=678fef005ad423ec96557320e039b6a03ef09358)

 - Cap'n Noodles -

If you would like to see what you would look like bald BEFORE the clippers (or razor) ever touches your melon, you could always check this site out  --> http://home.comcast.net/~vbbspot/site/?/home/

The site below offers a FREE Virtual Head Shave also --> ( multiple photos-stubble version, goatee version, etc for a small fee) ---> http://virtualheadshave.baldlygo.com/Virtual_HeadShave_free.htm

... But I do agree with the others... I think the SLY look would fit you like a glove! (https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi671.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fvv75%2Fbudracing10%2Fbaseball_glove.jpg&hash=6912e8172742aea1a7e4a0882c8f341836ecb46b)

IMO, I would say just do it, but therein lies the possibility of a shock value for family and friends. If the reaction from family, friends, or co-workers is a concern, do the no guard clipper buzz (as suggested above), let those around you get accustomed to your new look for a few weeks, then "go for the gusto"!
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: Arnie on January 28, 2011, 11:09:44 AM
JUST DO IT!!! O0
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: Basqueman on January 29, 2011, 12:15:15 AM
Diddo!!  Thats what I did.  No guard clipper cut everyday.  Then took the plunge and shaved.  You get used to the look and everyone you associate with gets used to the look as well.  When you finally shave, it won't be a big deal.
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: Razor X on January 29, 2011, 09:21:31 AM
If you're asking the question, then you should give it a try.
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: foreversmooth on January 29, 2011, 01:29:06 PM
You have two options: either you clip your hair shorter and shorter over a few day period, until you are down to stubble; that way you get used to the look and you can then consider shaving your head. Or you just do it in one step (clippers with no guard then razor). Personnally I would opt for option 2. Why? Because, if you start with a buzzed cut, you may never take the final step. I would say, go for it! Shave your head bald and keep it smooth for 30 days, then decide if you like it or not. Don't forget to keep us posted and to post pictures of your new bald head.  8)
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: jp_bald on January 30, 2011, 02:21:44 PM
Hey foreversmooth really good Bald and browless, keep the look!
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: xnewyawka on February 01, 2011, 11:43:19 AM
I agree with Razor. If you're thinking about it, you may as well do it. It's a natural progression, and once you buzz it down to a zero guard, most people consider your head shaved anyway. Give it a shot.
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: Nonick on February 01, 2011, 09:56:36 PM
Well?  Did you do it yet?  You know you really want to give it a go.  8)  So, what' it gonna be ???
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: oxfordjon on February 02, 2011, 02:21:59 PM
hi guys, thanks.

It's gunna be bald ;)
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: Bilko1 on February 28, 2011, 01:38:11 PM
I reckon if you've got a #2 buzz-cut already, then you will definitely suit a baldy.
Go for it mate. You will not regret it & the gal's will love it !
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: Harleyman on February 28, 2011, 05:50:42 PM
Just go for it.
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: wpruitt on March 04, 2011, 07:09:09 PM
Good call Jon
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: jaypksfo on March 04, 2011, 09:27:16 PM
Definatly go for it!!
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: oxfordjon on March 11, 2011, 02:55:42 AM
Thanks for your support guys, am going to buzz it down slowly. Am going to the barber today and will post later
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: mangosink12572 on March 11, 2011, 01:36:56 PM
Good for you  - - - -remember  - -it grows back if you do not like it  - -all the way for you - - - but not for alot of us

I let it grow back once in a while  and it does not grow back  - - - I have alot of BALD spots  - -like the entire dome  - -it is now fuzz 
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: Bolohead on March 19, 2011, 10:55:02 AM
Best choice I ever made, my Sly style goes with EVERYTHING   8)
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: oxfordjon on April 13, 2011, 07:34:32 AM
Having a bit of a crisis, I have just got grade 1 all over and now want to shave my head sly. BUT now scared to for some reason?! Help!!
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: D.A.L.U.I. on April 13, 2011, 11:36:56 AM
Having a bit of a crisis, I have just got grade 1 all over and now want to shave my head sly. BUT now scared to for some reason?! Help!!

The answer, your answer is at:

Macbeth Act 1, scene 7, 60

Read, mark, listen & shave.
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: Swamp Ape on April 13, 2011, 04:28:45 PM
I have only been shaved, but here is how I looked at it. I was concerned about the shape of my head, what friends/family would say, etc. I looked at ton of pictures of bald guys on the internet and came to the conclusion that there were no really bad bald heads out there. So, I mustered to courage and shaved it. The first day I got a bunch of compliments from people I know. The only person that made a negative comment is a guy at work who has the MPB wrap around horseshoe look. I really enjoy being bald so far, and this forum helped me get the courage to do it. So my vote is to just shave it off and throw a pic up here on the site.
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: baldaholic on April 13, 2011, 05:39:35 PM
Just go ahead and do it.
It will be an exciting and liberating experience.

Regards
Baldaholic
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: Jimlog on April 13, 2011, 10:34:43 PM
Go for it buddy! Its the ultimate haircut! You will love it and I think it would suit you! You can always grow it back if you dont like it!
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: jaypksfo on April 15, 2011, 10:14:30 AM
Thats what I have been telling him!!  Just do it!!  Come on - Take the razor out and run it across the head!
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: balddaniel on April 18, 2011, 03:37:49 PM
I agree with the guys.  Go for it!  I will bet that you will look awesome  :@`
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: Chromeo on April 29, 2011, 11:42:37 PM
You'll never know until you do it.  If you have a #1 now and shave it, decide you don't like it, it will only take a week until you're back to a #1.  Try it when you have a week off of school or work. 
Title: Re: shall I? shant I?
Post by: Bilko1 on May 14, 2011, 02:55:12 PM
Did you shave your head yet ?
If not, you really should as you will definitely suit it & the girls will love it !!