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New Member Section => Introductions => Topic started by: Dr-photo on February 10, 2012, 05:17:00 AM

Title: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: Dr-photo on February 10, 2012, 05:17:00 AM: Well at long last I shaved my head completely. I've been clippering it off and on for years and eventually got it down to nearly nothing and thought if I don't go for it now I never will. It's not the best time to do it as its the coldest winter since records began, but too late now. Luckily my scalp itsnt that different a colour. I am trying to get a bit of sun when I get the chance. So far I've taken the electric razor route, it's a bit rough in parts but ok. I'm hoping my skin will toughen up a bit before I get the Quattro on it. I'm amazed it feels so different, even compared to a 2mm clipper cut. My 9 year old son hates it, and my wife is dismissive ( if that's what you want then go ahead). It does make me feel like smiling more, even whilst I was doing my tax return! That can't be bad. I haven't ventured out much so only my future boss has seen it, he said he's doing his in July ( his 40th b'day). Anyway thanks for the great site. I'll be logging in regularly I think.
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Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: bennett11 on February 10, 2012, 06:07:12 AM: it won't take too long before it becomes routine and becomes you to others. Enjoy the feeling.

Quote from: Dr-photo on February 10, 2012, 05:17:00 AM
Well at long last I shaved my head completely. I've been clippering it off and on for years and
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: Mr Jules on February 10, 2012, 07:12:16 AM: Quote from: Dr-photo on February 10, 2012, 05:17:00 AM
Well at long last I shaved my head completely. I've been clippering it off and on for years and eventually got it down to nearly nothing and thought if I don't go for it now I never will.

I took exactly the same route to a shaved head.

BTW, I recommend the Headblade.
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: BaldHDbiker on February 10, 2012, 07:35:33 AM: Welcome aboard and enjoy the fun. 8)
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: good to be bald on February 10, 2012, 07:46:31 AM: go for it O0 O0 O0 O0
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: Paul the Headblader on February 10, 2012, 08:11:22 AM: hey, welcome and congratz!
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: Papa Don on February 10, 2012, 11:26:14 AM: Congratulations on you new found freedom. Also, don't think about visiting the site often, just DO IT! Welcome
aboard.
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: wpruitt on February 10, 2012, 12:31:49 PM: Welcome
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: Dr-photo on February 10, 2012, 03:39:10 PM: Thanks for the comments. Had friends around tonight, all thought it was good, a few wind ups but that to be expected. Still loving it
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: mrzed on February 10, 2012, 04:23:46 PM: Welcome to be world of bald men. Nice community.

Post a picture.
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: xnewyawka on February 10, 2012, 06:46:49 PM: Welcome to the forum. Good to hear you finally decided to shave it all off. O0
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: Slynito on February 10, 2012, 07:14:14 PM: Welcome to the forum! O:O
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: kalbo on February 10, 2012, 07:16:48 PM: Welcome to the bald brotherhood. Enjoy and be proud of being bald. All of us do. :)
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: AgeTwentyTwoBaldy on February 11, 2012, 10:40:23 AM: Welcome to the forum, and we are glad to hear that your bald experience has been pleasant so far.
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: lknight on February 11, 2012, 10:51:27 AM: Pretty much the same route I took, and pretty much the same reaction from my son and wife. (My wife was a little more supportive, but still was not warm to the idea.)
But embrace the new look! Just think about all the future barber bills, shampoo, gels, etc. you won't be shelling out for anymore. Versus the cost of razor blades and slick or foam, the balance is in our favor monetarily.
And, really, sly is the best look on any guy :)
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: Dr-photo on February 11, 2012, 11:20:00 AM: thanks for the welcome. think I will try a wet shave tonight, my electric razor leaves the top like sandpaper, and thats not nice, the back/thicker hair is fine. Now its gone its got to be smooth. I've read not to use a brand new blade is that good advice?
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: D.A.L.U.I. on February 11, 2012, 11:31:12 AM: Quote from: Dr-photo on February 11, 2012, 11:20:00 AM
Now its gone its got to be smooth. I've read not to use a brand new blade is that good advice?

Welcome--very logical conclusion O0. Whether the blade should be new is dependent more on the type of weapon you're planning to use. A Fusion or Hydro 5--I'd use a new blade after a hot shower and some Headslick applied with a brush, or at the very least a gel shave product. Double edge, not my area, can't tell you, same with the Headblade.
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: Dr-photo on February 11, 2012, 11:49:25 AM: It will be a Quattro (wikingson sword)with king of shaves oil
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: Slynito on February 11, 2012, 01:54:03 PM: Welcome Doc...good lookin' gourd. O:O
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: DCdome on February 11, 2012, 06:44:02 PM: Welcome aboard. Glad you found us. Wet shaving the dome is the best! Smooth like a bowling ball. Let us know what happens.
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: Sir Harry on February 11, 2012, 08:45:55 PM: Welcome aboard!
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: mrzed on February 12, 2012, 04:35:33 AM: Head slick applied with a shaving brush feels so good. Like a mini-head massage.

A brand new Schick Hydro 5 has never cause me problems.
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: Slyfive on February 12, 2012, 07:04:07 PM: Maybe William Wallace was talking about his genes causing baldness...."They can take our hair, but they can't take our FREEDOM!!!". Whatever your outlook, sly guys are freedom personified, welcome to the club!!
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: devonlad on February 13, 2012, 06:30:21 AM: welcome
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Post by: Arnie on February 27, 2012, 05:07:22 PM: Welcome to SBGs!!! 8)
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Post by: Itall on February 27, 2012, 07:34:21 PM: Welcome.
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: Tyler on February 28, 2012, 11:28:04 PM: Welcome to SBG!!
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: marshd1000 on February 29, 2012, 06:43:57 AM: Welcome!!!! You look like you were suited for slyness! I have to ask you, what made you decide to become sly. Probably for the vast majority of us, myself included, MPB gave us the push to do it. But there are also quite a few guys here that just like the look and have MPB at all! So where are you in that equation? I believe that especially for those with more advanced MPB, family and friends are often more supportive!
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: Dr-photo on February 29, 2012, 07:02:11 AM: MPB has started but not in full swing yet. I just thought I would try it before I have no choice. It's high maintainance, but I quite like it, so now the fear of balding has gone. I might have become bald by the time I grow it back. The sun is blazing today so my heads roasting, and the sunscreen is at home, hope I don't burn.
Title: Re: Been thinking of shaving for a year or so
Post by: mrzed on February 29, 2012, 03:15:04 PM: Key to using the head blade is keeping the wheels in contact with your head. takes a few shaves to get that feel down. For the first few, just go a little slower than you think and pay attention to what you are doing with the wheels. Don't press down hard.

I've not had a problem with the head blade. Been using it for a month now. No slices or nicks. But it is easier to keep the wheels down now as I've learned the feel.

Bald looks good on you, Dr.