Believe it or not, the best way to shave the balls and shaft is dry, with a brand new razor, and a liberal dusting of an expensive talcum powder. I learned this from an experienced NYC manscaper. The problem with shaving wet is that warm water causes the scrotal skin to swell a little, and engulf more of the hair shaft, so you never really get that perfectly smooth shave. You are also more likely to get irritation or nicks. Talcum powder simply eliminates the friction, plus it highlights the hairs so you can better see what you are doing. Just spread a towel beneath your work surface, because this method can create a small mess.
I shave the balls and the shaft, and trim the bush. I can't figure out why some guys shave the whole thing. Why would you want to look like a baby? Plus: removing all hair removes visual dimension, and can actually diminish the perceived size of the cock. Dark recedes and light advances, so if there is nothing but light skin at the base of the dick, the dick has no visual foundation.
