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RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Dec 30, 2008 2:20:00 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse It is becoming very trendy for guys to shave or trim off more than just thier facial hair. In fact many men have decided to shave off all of thier body hair completley. What do you shave or trim and why? [Edited by: RENEGADEGAS at 12/30/2008 2:21:16 AM EST]

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It is becoming very trendy for guys to shave or trim off more than just thier facial hair. In fact many men have decided to shave off all of thier body hair completley. What do you shave or trim and why?

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RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: May 23, 2013 1:45:13 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse nimravus01 ... That's very true. I also think it helps reduce the need to shave as frequently as it gives you a much closer shave.
nimravus01 Sophomore Author Austin Posts:198 Points:101,560 Joined:Jul 2012	Message Posted: May 23, 2013 12:43:25 AM Ignore nimravus01 Report Abuse It's all about prep, and shave technique. A good razor helps, but, bad prep and technique will not be comfortable. Also, a good post shave balm does wonders.
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: May 22, 2013 1:58:30 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse mrkiddd125 ... What kind of razor are you using?? That may be the problem. I used to have that problem too on my neck.
mrkiddd125 Rookie Author Detroit Posts:25 Points:250,025 Joined:Dec 2011	Message Posted: May 19, 2013 1:55:18 AM Ignore mrkiddd125 Report Abuse face 2x a week hate to shave face razor burn
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: May 19, 2013 1:15:07 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse Do you use an electric shaver or a hand razor?
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: May 15, 2013 1:27:18 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse 63pioneer ... How much do you keep shaved?
GasPasserAB Champion Author Edmonton Posts:25,040 Points:888,175 Joined:Apr 2010	Message Posted: May 13, 2013 12:06:27 PM Ignore GasPasserAB Report Abuse Facial hair daily
63pioneer Champion Author Texas Posts:1,702 Points:57,130 Joined:Feb 2012	Message Posted: May 13, 2013 9:31:29 AM Ignore 63pioneer Report Abuse The hair was itchy, and getting rid of it was more hygienic, which worked for me and my girl friends. It was no big deal and I was a lot more comfortable even though it took more time to keep everything shaved!
cv Champion Author Raleigh Posts:15,206 Points:3,266,580 Joined:Oct 2003	Message Posted: May 9, 2013 6:01:29 AM Ignore cv Report Abuse I clean shave my face every day.
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: May 9, 2013 1:44:05 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse Yes, the type with the open strip in the center and a blade on each side. That's what this one takes. I am not seeing a brand on the shaver itself.
nimravus01 Sophomore Author Austin Posts:198 Points:101,560 Joined:Jul 2012	Message Posted: May 3, 2013 3:28:20 AM Ignore nimravus01 Report Abuse What brand of razor is your Dad's anyway? Just to be clear, I've been talking about double edge (DE) razors. You know, the ones with the rounded tops. [Edited by: nimravus01 at 5/3/2013 3:38:06 AM EST]
nimravus01 Sophomore Author Austin Posts:198 Points:101,560 Joined:Jul 2012	Message Posted: May 3, 2013 2:59:34 AM Ignore nimravus01 Report Abuse Glad to hear that you found it, RENEGADEGAS. Again, check out badgerandblade.com for tips on the technique. Its quite a bit different than the Mach-3 or whatever type razor. Once you get the proper technique down, it's really easy to get that precision shave, LOL. Oh, and try some different blades... Not all blades are created equal. The Wilkinson-Sword (found at Wal-Mart) aren't the worst if you want to get something quick. However, Feather (from Japan) is my favorite brand. You can get a nice sample pack of different blades from westcoastshaving.com
GocartMozart Champion Author Los Angeles Posts:3,852 Points:1,303,890 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: May 1, 2013 4:27:31 AM Ignore GocartMozart Report Abuse >>>> "…areas that require a little more precision." Comedy gold, RenGas, comedy gold! Hahahahahaha…
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: May 1, 2013 2:15:01 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse nimravus01 ... I found my Dads old razor. I will get some blades for it and let you know how it goes!
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Apr 26, 2013 12:08:20 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse nimravus01 ... Hey thanks again! I will check there and continue looking for my Dads. Everything is fine with it, he just quit using it and somehow it ended up with me. I would use it on my face to try it out but probably not on other areas that require a little more precision. LOL! Thanks again for all the info!
nimravus01 Sophomore Author Austin Posts:198 Points:101,560 Joined:Jul 2012	Message Posted: Apr 25, 2013 5:18:08 PM Ignore nimravus01 Report Abuse No problem RENEGADEGAS, I did a cursory search on ebay and came up with several current auctions for vintage Gillette razors. Current bids range anywhere from $10 for 3 piece (non adjustable) razors, to $40 for adjustable, "butterfly" razors in good condition. Of course, there are some pristine examples in the $100+ range, but, if you're looking for one to actually use, and not just a collectors item, that's way too much money IMO. Some of the adjustables are comparable to a brand new Merkur in the $65-$80 range. Also, looking at sold listing on ebay, you'll see some nice ones that have gone for as little as $22. As always, patience is a virtue. After the initial purchase of the razor, the blades are super-cheap. Way more cost effective in the long run over a Mach-3 or similar.
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Apr 25, 2013 1:28:07 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse nimravus01 ... Thanks!! I will check that out! I knew you could still find the blades just hadn't seen any razors. I have my Dads somewhere packed away but it would be easier to find another one! Ha!!
nimravus01 Sophomore Author Austin Posts:198 Points:101,560 Joined:Jul 2012	Message Posted: Apr 24, 2013 2:17:20 AM Ignore nimravus01 Report Abuse Renegadegas, I found my Gillette at an antique shop. You can probably find one on ebay. However, there are a few companies making brand new razors, like Merkur, for example. As for blades, there are dozens of companies still making nice double edge replacement blades. (My favorite is Feather from Japan.) As for the brush and cream, I use 'The Art of Shaving', but, there are several companies making even better brushes and other products. Check out www.badgerandblade.com There is a wealth of info regarding all things shaving there.
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Apr 24, 2013 12:57:08 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse nimravus01 ... Can you still buy those? I have looked around for one and cant find one anywhere. [Edited by: RENEGADEGAS at 4/24/2013 12:58:21 AM EST]
nimravus01 Sophomore Author Austin Posts:198 Points:101,560 Joined:Jul 2012	Message Posted: Apr 23, 2013 8:31:27 PM Ignore nimravus01 Report Abuse Had to shave my face every day in the Navy for the last 9 years. I got out and let my beard grow, but, now I'm down to a goatee. Even so, I only shave around it about twice a week. I use a trimmer in between shaving. When I do shave, I lather up with a badger hair brush and heavy cream. I shave with a 1950's era Gillette double edged razor. As for the rest of they body... I don't have anyone to impress, so, it's au naturel.
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Apr 23, 2013 2:20:44 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse Ha ha! GocartMozart. I need mine gone. I do a lot outdoors and for me less is best. No matter where it is! Ha!!
GocartMozart Champion Author Los Angeles Posts:3,852 Points:1,303,890 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: Apr 22, 2013 2:48:52 PM Ignore GocartMozart Report Abuse Been getting warmer here, too. Unlike you, RenGas, I'm letting my beard (Van Dyke) grow longer.. it's only an inch or two for now. I wanted to see what it would like; it sure makes my face look longer, lol.
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Apr 22, 2013 1:19:31 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse The warmer it gets outside the more hair I shed. Just got the hair on my head buzzed off today, goatee is gone.
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Apr 16, 2013 2:11:13 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse Quite a wide variety of shaving routines and implements.
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Apr 11, 2013 1:48:04 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse GocartMozart ... I found a Braun Body Groomer tonight at the store. Looks similar to the Norelco and a few dollars less. You might want to check that one out while your shopping for a shaver.
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Apr 10, 2013 1:42:10 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse 2004VHO ... That's about my routine too.
silvereb Veteran Author Fort Wayne Posts:451 Points:240,780 Joined:May 2011	Message Posted: Mar 29, 2013 4:25:38 PM Ignore silvereb Report Abuse My face in the summer. Here in Indiana I grow my beard all winter.
2004VHO Champion Author Texas Posts:5,226 Points:1,402,625 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: Mar 29, 2013 3:51:20 PM Ignore 2004VHO Report Abuse Just my face. Daily. Trim up the rest as needed...
drillintheUSA All-Star Author Rochester Posts:883 Points:182,885 Joined:Apr 2008	Message Posted: Mar 29, 2013 7:10:27 AM Ignore drillintheUSA Report Abuse yup. shave (electric) daily.
cv Champion Author Raleigh Posts:15,206 Points:3,266,580 Joined:Oct 2003	Message Posted: Mar 29, 2013 6:39:37 AM Ignore cv Report Abuse Facial hair is all I shave and I have always done that.
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Mar 29, 2013 2:30:46 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse playtimeCLE ... I hear ya. Before I picked up the Norelco Body Groomer, I would at least use the beard trimmer on my other electric first. Your not kidding on the not so nice feeling. Ha!!
Coco0828 Champion Author Dallas Posts:1,003 Points:163,040 Joined:Aug 2012	Message Posted: Mar 28, 2013 9:05:21 PM Ignore Coco0828 Report Abuse I don't like the scruffy look! I want more to the mustache & beard, really sexy.
playtimeCLE Champion Author Cleveland Posts:8,560 Points:1,544,375 Joined:Nov 2008	Message Posted: Mar 28, 2013 8:53:42 PM Ignore playtimeCLE Report Abuse I'm not the hairiest guy in the world, but Ive used electric razors for years. I actually need to get new blades for one or two of mine. When the blades are not sharp and you don't trim the long hairs, electric razors will tend to catch & pull a hair now & then. Not a nice feeling. I'd still rather use them then have to get all lathered up to shave.
GocartMozart Champion Author Los Angeles Posts:3,852 Points:1,303,890 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: Mar 28, 2013 3:49:22 PM Ignore GocartMozart Report Abuse The Norelco is still on my shopping list. I've been too busy (and somewhat too lazy, hah) to pick it up. But I intend to!
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Mar 28, 2013 3:18:34 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse Has anyone else tried the electric razors yet?
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Mar 20, 2013 1:29:01 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse GocartMozart ... Well let me know when you get one. I will be curious to see your thoughts on it and how they compare to mine.
GocartMozart Champion Author Los Angeles Posts:3,852 Points:1,303,890 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: Mar 13, 2013 12:25:19 AM Ignore GocartMozart Report Abuse @RenGas, I haven't picked it up yet, but I plan to! Meanwhile, I still make do with the trimmer on my Norelco shaver, which is not really ideal. I'm hoping a dedicated body groomer will make the task easier and leave better results. The less time spent on maintenance, the better, lol.
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Mar 11, 2013 1:26:28 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse GocartMozart ... Let me know if you get one. I'm interested in what you think of it. Its not as close as a regular blade razor but is quick.
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Mar 5, 2013 2:18:31 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse I really like the norelco, but it has some draw backs to a conventional razor.
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Mar 3, 2013 2:17:56 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse That is the one I bought.
GocartMozart Champion Author Los Angeles Posts:3,852 Points:1,303,890 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: Feb 27, 2013 10:12:40 PM Ignore GocartMozart Report Abuse I'm doing fine, yep. How's that Norelco working out? I'm thinking out about getting this one from Walmart. The Philips Norelco BG2020/31 Body Groom for about $30. Similar to yours?
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Feb 17, 2013 1:49:52 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse Doing great buddy, you?? Have you tried any of the electric body shavers?? I just bought a Norelco body groomer. Going to try it out this weekend.
GocartMozart Champion Author Los Angeles Posts:3,852 Points:1,303,890 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: Feb 6, 2013 3:07:26 AM Ignore GocartMozart Report Abuse Eh? I'm around, lol! How ya doin, RenGas!
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Feb 5, 2013 2:06:16 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse Gocart ... Where have you gone! LOL!
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Jan 23, 2013 1:24:59 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse Pretty quiet in here! LOL!!!
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Jan 9, 2013 3:13:48 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse Hope you and yours had a great Christmas and New Years!
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Jan 4, 2013 4:02:29 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse GocartMozart ... Yeah well its getting cooler out so I didnt notice as much as I guess! Ha!! Back under control now.
GocartMozart Champion Author Los Angeles Posts:3,852 Points:1,303,890 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: Dec 24, 2012 6:30:18 PM Ignore GocartMozart Report Abuse @RenGas, You "started to let it go??" Tsk tsk! Good thing your wife is around to keep you on top of things, lol. I kid, of course!
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Dec 22, 2012 1:18:05 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse I'm definately keeping things trimmed. I started to let it go and my wife said oh yuck, you need to go take care of that. Ha!!
RENEGADEGAS Champion Author Missouri Posts:14,918 Points:1,592,200 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Dec 10, 2012 2:00:32 AM Ignore RENEGADEGAS Report Abuse Ok... so now its 30 degrees! Guess December decided to show up.