I'm relatively new to safety razor shaving but I think I've found the way to a perfect shave every time. I wet the face, build a lather, apply the lather, then RINSE all the lather off, reapply the lather, then have the smoothest shave with the softest hair possible. I usually do a single pass and there's always lather left over anyways so I found a way to use it and it works for me. Thanks for all the awesome videos! They gave me a big head start with shaving!
I forgot to mention its the Kamisori style feather ss that you persuaded me to get. I’m into Japanese tools and motorcycles so naturally I love it. Everyday I’m excited to wake up and use my kamisori style shavette. Wet shaving has changed my life honestly. I used to struggle with acne and razor burn but since starting with wet shaving my skin looks and feels great, not to mention the new hobby and interests. I didn’t know what I was missing. Thank you for the shout out!
HI gfb ,,I am now 51 years old, I started shaving from 35 years ago , until I started following your videos and then discovered that I had spent 35 years of the wrong shave ,,, I learned a lot from you ,, thank you from the heart ,, ,,,,,,,,, sorry for my broken english : ) --------------- anwar from kuwait
Oh yeah! That's one I have used in the past. Sometimes you need to have a little finesse. You can't go about it like a bull in a china shop. Less is more Brother! Thanks for your support.
geofatboy love your channel and content, I could resist when you were reading the comment on your favorite sayings:) I had to add this honorable mention:)
As I cannot email you and I don't use any social media I just want to say that you are my go to shaving videos when I looking at anything from technique to the "'tools of the trade". Your vids are so really informative and always done without too much banter like some of the others are - they drive you mad sometimes with mindless goofing around . Keep up the good work mate - from John down under:-D
All true comments Geo, keep doing what you’re doing, you come across as one of the nicest and most enthusiastic guys in the community. Never boastful or derogatory, you just show what you can do. 😌👍
@@geofatboy maybe that could be an idea for a random video, just you going to the park and feeding pigeons or maybe a review of the wilkinsons classic double edge safety razor the plastic one, i bought one a few days ago and i think it's a really good razor gives a good shave and i'ts also a good travel razor, i paid 4,50€ for mine sometimes accidents happen but it wouldnt break my heart to forget about a 4,50€ DE razor who knows
Hey Geo, I recently (about a month ago) switched from cartridge to safety razors and I absolutely love the new shaving experience. At the beginning my technique was far from perfect and the results were quite devastating but now I am at a point were I can say that I am quite happy with the results. Your channel helped me a lot with this process, *thank you very much* for that. You are a great guy to, so I will keep watching (and learning). Greetings from 🇩🇪!
It's nice to see you so inspired. Last November I decided to change my shaving routine from disposable razors to double edge razors. To shave like my father. He always used the same razor - soviet-era Coral. He didn't love cartridge razors. I decided to start with Edvin Jagger DE89, so I started a search to find some reviews. The first and most informative video about this razor was yours. Later I watched all "must-see" videos from your channel and decided to buy Rockwell 6S because it's perfect for newbies. I love this razor. Good shave for me with #3 plate. Just one thing that I must say: you do very big work for all of us with your TH-cam channel and your shop. I very thank you. Another thank you for your subtitles. I'm from Ukraine, so English is not my native language. I learning English now. Your very good pronunciation and subtitles very help me study.
Thank you so much for your kind words and support Sergiy! Most people don't mention the subtitles, but I spend a lot of time on them to get them right, so that fine Gents like yourself and hearing impaired viewers can understand the videos as well as anyone else. Thank you for noticing.
Your the reason i have shavettes and straight razors! I only line up my cheeks and shave below my adams apple ,otherwise i have a full beard, but i also do the task of shaving my head with them and have got really good at it bc of all of your videos and tips. Thank you Geo
@@geofatboy I should have took some pictures, but it was very prestige, its in a posh part of London, it oozes class, you will love it, I picked up a brush and some lather.
I'd love to visit their shop. Had a shave with the Sandalwood earlier. Gorgeous stuff. I want to try the TOBS coconut flavour I've heard thats great too.
I can't seem to get the hang of it. I have been trying on and off for a couple of years to shave with a Merkur 34C. After a few nicks and some choice words, I cowardly retreat to the safety of my Fusion Proglide. Someday...
Cool. Thanks for all you do Geo. I drink coffee all day and all night. I'm ok with a safety razor, just keep that straight razor out of my shaky hands. Cheers to you.
Thank You Geo. You are the absolute Topps in my book. Cheers ☕ from Granite City, ILLINOIS (passin' through) "KEEP ON SHAVIN" - - - - Kelby Kilber on FB - - -
geo what is your everyday shave routine products wise? do you use a straight razor and safety razor? which lather ? which balm? etc etc which is your go to stuff? i know you can use every razor possible but which do you use regularly ? thanks
Hey Geo, do u prefer straight razors or safety razors? And have u ever used a Japanese razor I can't remember what they are called but which is your preferred?
You own 5 motorcycles? Then I'd either call you R-I-C-H or a B-A-L-L-E-R... Maybe both. I would then call me jealous! Keep the rubber side down? Do you own a Ducati Monster?
@@geofatboy i like and prefer vintage bikes like scrambler full throttle or bonneville t120. Try kawasaki z900rs or BMW RnineT 🤘 or if you like cruisers triumph rocket 3 ☝️
Hi Ronnie-I know right? I think about it the same as you. I'm not changing it though. Next year's video will be called The Final Shave of the Decade... Again! or Part 2!
Love the boondock saints
With a name like Griff, I'm sure you do!
Hi Geo. Thanks so much for the name check! Much appreciated. I'll keep watching and learning. Take care, mate! David.
I'm relatively new to safety razor shaving but I think I've found the way to a perfect shave every time. I wet the face, build a lather, apply the lather, then RINSE all the lather off, reapply the lather, then have the smoothest shave with the softest hair possible. I usually do a single pass and there's always lather left over anyways so I found a way to use it and it works for me. Thanks for all the awesome videos! They gave me a big head start with shaving!
I forgot to mention its the Kamisori style feather ss that you persuaded me to get. I’m into Japanese tools and motorcycles so naturally I love it. Everyday I’m excited to wake up and use my kamisori style shavette. Wet shaving has changed my life honestly. I used to struggle with acne and razor burn but since starting with wet shaving my skin looks and feels great, not to mention the new hobby and interests. I didn’t know what I was missing. Thank you for the shout out!
Thanks Geo! For many years of great videos and all your hard work. Kids are 12 and 18! Have a Happy New Year!
Thanks Dean for all your positive support over the years! So the kids were around 2 and 8 when this all started. Man, time flies!
@@geofatboy Yes I think that would be about right!
I think it was a lovely idea to read the letters people sent you.
Thanks very much! I'm gonna do it more often since I get so many really interesting comments!
Good idea with the comments. Can you please make some videos about the history of the razor manufacturers. For example like merkur. Thanks Geo. 👍
HI gfb ,,I am now 51 years old, I started shaving from 35 years ago , until I started following your videos and then discovered that I had spent 35 years of the wrong shave ,,, I learned a lot from you ,, thank you from the heart ,, ,,,,,,,,, sorry for my broken english : ) --------------- anwar from kuwait
Thank you Anwar for your positive comments. I wish I could speak/write your language as well as you do ours! Take care.
One of my favorite GFB sayings is DON’T KING KONG IT, you have to go back to the Parker Variant video to hear it, had me rolling on the floor😂
Oh yeah! That's one I have used in the past. Sometimes you need to have a little finesse. You can't go about it like a bull in a china shop. Less is more Brother! Thanks for your support.
geofatboy love your channel and content, I could resist when you were reading the comment on your favorite sayings:) I had to add this honorable mention:)
@@Shaverboy516 Thank for reminding me!
Thanks Bro! Love the Latigo Strop. Thank you for keeping this shaving art alive😎
Man I really love this guy.❤
As I cannot email you and I don't use any social media I just want to say that you are my go to shaving videos when I looking at anything from technique to the "'tools of the trade". Your vids are so really informative and always done without too much banter like some of the others are - they drive you mad sometimes with mindless goofing around . Keep up the good work mate - from John down under:-D
All true comments Geo, keep doing what you’re doing, you come across as one of the nicest and most enthusiastic guys in the community. Never boastful or derogatory, you just show what you can do. 😌👍
but can he feed pigeons?
Thanks for that Dave, I just try to be myself.
@@Somerandomguy2998 I'm gonna trade Mike Tyson some shaving lessons for some pigeon feeding lessons!
@@geofatboy maybe that could be an idea for a random video, just you going to the park and feeding pigeons or maybe a review of the wilkinsons classic double edge safety razor the plastic one, i bought one a few days ago and i think it's a really good razor gives a good shave and i'ts also a good travel razor, i paid 4,50€ for mine sometimes accidents happen but it wouldnt break my heart to forget about a 4,50€ DE razor who knows
Great video! Nice and relaxed. One more quote and I think everyone will know where it’s from and it made for some hilarious comments: ‘knob out’ ;)
Hey Geo, I recently (about a month ago) switched from cartridge to safety razors and I absolutely love the new shaving experience. At the beginning my technique was far from perfect and the results were quite devastating but now I am at a point were I can say that I am quite happy with the results. Your channel helped me a lot with this process, *thank you very much* for that. You are a great guy to, so I will keep watching (and learning).
Greetings from 🇩🇪!
Thanks very much! I'm happy that my videos are helping you improve your technique! BTW how do you make the text bold like that?
geofatboy I read you put an *Asterik* before and after the word you want bold.
It worked!
And if you want _italic_ use an underscore before and after the word
@@Shaverboy516 *Test Test*
It's nice to see you so inspired.
Last November I decided to change my shaving routine from disposable razors to double edge razors. To shave like my father. He always used the same razor - soviet-era Coral. He didn't love cartridge razors. I decided to start with Edvin Jagger DE89, so I started a search to find some reviews. The first and most informative video about this razor was yours. Later I watched all "must-see" videos from your channel and decided to buy Rockwell 6S because it's perfect for newbies. I love this razor. Good shave for me with #3 plate.
Just one thing that I must say: you do very big work for all of us with your TH-cam channel and your shop. I very thank you.
Another thank you for your subtitles. I'm from Ukraine, so English is not my native language. I learning English now. Your very good pronunciation and subtitles very help me study.
Thank you so much for your kind words and support Sergiy! Most people don't mention the subtitles, but I spend a lot of time on them to get them right, so that fine Gents like yourself and hearing impaired viewers can understand the videos as well as anyone else. Thank you for noticing.
Was happy to find your channel after deciding to go from Gillette to Straight Razors!
Cool-I'm glad you're here!
Got my first straight razor from you guys and it works awesome thank you so much for introducing me to the wet shaving world
Hi Geo- Nice selection of viewers comments; thank you! I hope 2020 is off to a great start. Best regards, as always!
Thanks Mike Everything is great! All the best to you and yours as well.
I recently found you after looking for video on how to sharpen my new straight razor
Thanks Dakota, I hope the video helped.
@@geofatboy it did thanks, it helped me get it perfect for my morning shaves.
Geo you are the best in your field and have the easiest to navigate website.
Thanks William-That is great to hear!
Shave Nation and GFB is THE SOURCE for my equipment and how-to videos and reviews!!
Love it! Thanks!
Your the reason i have shavettes and straight razors! I only line up my cheeks and shave below my adams apple ,otherwise i have a full beard, but i also do the task of shaving my head with them and have got really good at it bc of all of your videos and tips. Thank you Geo
Thanks Drew! I love to see a sharp looking bald headed Gent with a really nicely trimmed and lined-up beard!
Lookin' Fresh!
hey geo, i visited taylor of bond street shop today!
Wow! Cool! How was it? One day I'm gonna walk through those hallowed doors!
@@geofatboy I should have took some pictures, but it was very prestige, its in a posh part of London, it oozes class, you will love it, I picked up a brush and some lather.
I'd love to visit their shop. Had a shave with the Sandalwood earlier. Gorgeous stuff. I want to try the TOBS coconut flavour I've heard thats great too.
I can't seem to get the hang of it. I have been trying on and off for a couple of years to shave with a Merkur 34C.
After a few nicks and some choice words, I cowardly retreat to the safety of my Fusion Proglide. Someday...
Nice work, just decided to treat myself to a new razor after watching your videos over the christmas break, keep the good work up pal
Way to go Steven. I usually treat myself to some nice little toys around the holidays. I little reward for a year of hard work!
Happy New Year, Geo! Thanks for all of the great videos.
Thansk Spectre!
Great video Geo! Love your videos, and because of you I purchased the EJ 3one6 which currently happens to be my favorite razor. Thanks man! 💪👍
Beautiful razor-Enjoy!
Cool. Thanks for all you do Geo. I drink coffee all day and all night. I'm ok with a safety razor, just keep that straight razor out of my shaky hands. Cheers to you.
Thank Thomas- Does the coffee cause the shaking hands or does it help settle them down?
@@geofatboy Poor attempt at humor, I drink coffee from the time I wake up until I go to sleep. Always with a shave in between. Keep on keeping on!
Thank You Geo. You are the absolute Topps in my book. Cheers ☕ from Granite City, ILLINOIS (passin' through) "KEEP ON SHAVIN" - - - - Kelby Kilber on FB - - -
Thanks William I always appreciate and look forward to your positive comments!
Great video
You rock
🤘😃🤘
Thank you Matti!
I am starting my own TH-cam channel soon called the BrownBagGentleman and it all started with watching your videos 9 years ago.
Hi Geo! Have a nice weekend!
Thanks Xavier, You have a nice weekend as well!
Man I didn’t make the cut
Regardless I still love you and will always.
Me too 😂
No worries Frag, I'll be doing this more often, I'll get you in one of the next ones! Thank you for your love and support!
@@TheRobby1971 See below...
@@geofatboy I'm not worthy don't worry my friend.
geo what is your everyday shave routine products wise? do you use a straight razor and safety razor? which lather ? which balm? etc etc which is your go to stuff? i know you can use every razor possible but which do you use regularly ? thanks
Hey Geo, do u prefer straight razors or safety razors? And have u ever used a Japanese razor I can't remember what they are called but which is your preferred?
Have you tried the Gillette fusion
I've tried the precision trimmer on it. That's the only part about it that I like.
Gillette heated razer getting made sits on a dock heats up too expensive 149 pounds
lol your the best Geo !!!! God bless
Thanks very much Graham!
The OGFB.
Thank You, Thank You!
😊😊😊 Super Geo 🤓
Thanks Fabio!
Looks like Geo could use a shave.
That was about a one day growth...
I love your videos but I never get a response back from you when I call or email.
What???? Call Now!
Fight On Doc
Please elaborate...
Paul Rudd 😅
The town is one of my favorite movie 🤘 btw im owner of triumph, kawasaki, ducati, aprilia and suzuki. what you call me? 🤣
You own 5 motorcycles? Then I'd either call you R-I-C-H or a B-A-L-L-E-R... Maybe both. I would then call me jealous! Keep the rubber side down? Do you own a Ducati Monster?
@@geofatboy i like and prefer vintage bikes like scrambler full throttle or bonneville t120. Try kawasaki z900rs or BMW RnineT 🤘 or if you like cruisers triumph rocket 3 ☝️
OMG That guy had to correct you on the decade? I say the decade went from 2010-2019. That’s 10 years. Buzzkill
Hi Ronnie-I know right? I think about it the same as you. I'm not changing it though. Next year's video will be called The Final Shave of the Decade... Again! or Part 2!
I bought the feather razor and proguard razors and they are TERRIBLE!!!
Try a different blade, I prefer the Professional or the Professional Super. More like a traditional straight razor.
Irrelevant