What makes your straight razors different from others?

Our straight razors are made with high-quality materials, including Japanese steel, to give you a close and comfortable shave. They are built to last, feel great in your hand and help you enjoy a traditional wet shaving experience every time.

Are your straight razors suitable for beginners?

Yes. If you're trying a straight razor for the first time, our complete shaving kits make it easy to get started. They include the tools you need, and we also offer simple guides to help you learn and shave with confidence.

What products do you offer?

We offer everything you need for a great wet shave, including straight razors, safety razors, shaving kits, brushes, soaps, strops, honing tools, shaving bowls, travel cases, and other useful shaving accessories.

Do your straight razors come shave-ready?

Yes. Every straight razor is sharpened and shave-ready before it is shipped. For the best results, we suggest using a strop before each shave and taking good care of your razor after every use.

How do I care for a straight razor?

After shaving, rinse the blade with warm water, dry it well with a soft cloth and keep it in a clean, dry place. Stropping your razor regularly and honing it when needed will help keep the blade sharp and ready for a smooth shave.

The Ultimate Guide: How to Wet Shave Like a Pro

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Wet shaving is more than just a grooming routine—it’s an art form. Whether you are transitioning from cartridge razors or looking to master the straight razor, this video series by Naked Armor provides everything you need to achieve a BBS (Baby Butt Smooth) finish without the irritation.

Getting Started: The Straight Razor Beginner’s Guide
Maintenance: How to Strop a Straight Razor
The Secret to Lather: Using a Scuttle and Shave Soap
Advanced Techniques: The 30-Degree Rule
Wet Shaving FAQ: Quick Tips for Success

1. Getting Started: The Straight Razor Beginner’s Guide

Learning to use a straight razor can be intimidating, but it is the gold standard of grooming. The secret to success isn't just the shave itself; it's the prep.

Preparation is 90% of the Shave: Never shave dry. Ensure your beard is hydrated with warm water or a pre-shave oil.
The First Stroke: Start with the flat areas of your face (the cheeks) to get a feel for the blade's pressure.
Navigation: Use your free hand to pull your skin taut, which helps the razor glide smoothly over sensitive areas like the neck and jawline.

Learn more: Straight Razor Shaving Guide: Get the Closest, Smoothest Shave

2. Maintenance: How to Strop a Straight Razor

A dull blade is a dangerous blade. To prevent tugging and razor burn, you must maintain your edge.

Pro Tip: Your Naked Armor kit includes a high-quality leather strop. You should use it before every shave to "re-align" the microscopic edge of the blade, ensuring a surgical-grade cut every time.

Learn more: Simple Techniques to Keeping a Straight Razor Sharp

3. The Secret to Lather: Using a Scuttle and Shave Soap

A rich, warm lather protects the skin and lifts the hair for an easier cut. For the best experience, we recommend using a Savanna Scuttle Shaving Mug.

Why use a scuttle? It retains heat throughout your shave, keeping the lather warm. Warm lather softens the hair follicles more effectively than cold foam.
The Soap Matters: Choose organic, chemical-free shaving soaps. These are designed to nourish and moisturize the skin rather than stripping it of its natural oils.

Learn more: Shaving Scuttle Mug: What is It & How to Use One? and Guide to Using Shaving Soap for Lathering

4. Advanced Techniques: The 30-Degree Rule

If you want a professional-level close shave, you must master the 30-degree angle.

Angle of Attack: Hold the razor at a 30-degree angle relative to your skin. Too steep, and you’ll nick yourself; too flat, and it won't cut the hair.
Grain Awareness: Always start by shaving with the grain. For an extra-close finish, re-lather and perform a second pass across or against the grain.

Learn more: How to Hold Straight Razors: Grips, Angle, and Shaving Direction

Wet Shaving FAQ: Quick Tips for Success

How to Get the Perfect Hot Shave at Home?

To replicate the barbershop experience, use a hot towel to open your pores before applying your lather. This relaxes the skin and makes the hair much easier to trim.

What Razor Should You Use to Trim Your Beard?

While safety razors are great for general use, a straight razor offers the precision needed to create sharp, clean lines around your beard and mustache.

How to Shave with Sensitive Skin?

If you suffer from irritation, focus on your technique. Avoid applying downward pressure—let the razor's weight do the work. Always finish with an alcohol-free aftershave balm to soothe the skin.

Traveling with a Straight Razor?

For those on the go, the Merlin Travel Kit features a stainless steel straight razor and a collapsible brush. It’s a lightweight, durable solution that lets you avoid settling for a cheap disposable razor while traveling.

More Straight Razor Guides

Parts of a Straight Razor: Everything You Need to Know
How to Sharpen a Straight Razor By Honing & Stropping
What is a Straight Razor: Grinds Guide & Importance

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Shaving has become fun!

I love my Naked Armor straight razor! It keeps me looking my best. Terrific product!

Naked Armor Noah's Organic Shaving Soap 200g

Super stoked that I won the most recent giveaway & the scent of this shave soap is really nice - I love citrus scented shaving soaps & creams! I have never used a glycerin-based (or an organic) shave soap before so I’m excited to try this out!!

Sublime shave!!

I recently recieved the Naked Armore "Percival" straight razor and was highly impressed . The gorgeous carved web and apider were both pleasing on the eye and effective at creating just the right ammount of grip so as to manage an easy shaving experiece . Perfect for novice and experienced shavers it is one of my favorite blades . The blade itself was awonderfully scalloped and razor sharp edge piece of high quality japanese steel and gave me one of the smoothest shaves out of the box that iv ever had , and when i say smooth believe me it was smooth .
Guys dont miss out on this one its an awesome piece of kit !!!

Smooth as silk

Hi guys , i just got my hands on the. NAKED armor "Bedevere" straight razor and i have to say its amazingly good. The handle a sleek yet textured ebony wood feels beautiful as yoir hand molds around it , the blade is up to the normal exsquisite degree of craftsmenship i have come to accept as the standard for Naked Armors blades , crafted in japanese steel it is sturdy and incredibly sharpand has a delightful concave grind that allows it to cut those hairs yet glide over the surface of the skin with minimal drag . Im giving him a solid 10/10 for quality , construction and its ability to shave cleqnly by amateur and expert alike.

Great Scuttle, Great soap!

Great little scuttle. Retains heat very well. Lather still warm after three pass straight razor shave. Great pre shave soap as well. Highly recommend both products.