Chain's a bit slack
Double edged / safety razor shaving (face)
- Thread starter Colin_P
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My grandfather used a cut throat razor. I remember him using the leather strap to hone it.
I'm sure you'll find something safer here: http://www.muehle-shaving.com/
I'm sure you'll find something safer here: http://www.muehle-shaving.com/
Wafer
Veteran
- Location
- Somerset/Devon border
Have used a Merkur razor like http://www.traditionalshaving.co.uk/merkur/4132678-Merkur-Classic-33C-Safety-Razor-Chrome.html for several years but used to just grab the cheap blades I found in Boots or wherever.
Then a year or so ago I decided to try some other blades to see if there was actually a difference. Bought a sample pack http://www.traditionalshaving.co.uk...ditional-Shaving-Razor-Blade-Sample-Pack.html and realised there was. It's a good idea, but over a year on I still haven't finished all the samples and though I made up my mind which brand I preferred ages ago I'm too tight to chuck the others away.
Always found it much more comfortable than cartridge razors (used to use a Gillette Sensor Excel I think it was) and a hell of a lot cheaper despite the initial outlay.
Also got a badger hair brush that must be 10 years old now and got through a few tubs of cream in the same time and quite like http://www.traditionalshaving.co.uk...et-Sandalwood-Shaving-Cream-696770010013.html
Then a year or so ago I decided to try some other blades to see if there was actually a difference. Bought a sample pack http://www.traditionalshaving.co.uk...ditional-Shaving-Razor-Blade-Sample-Pack.html and realised there was. It's a good idea, but over a year on I still haven't finished all the samples and though I made up my mind which brand I preferred ages ago I'm too tight to chuck the others away.
Always found it much more comfortable than cartridge razors (used to use a Gillette Sensor Excel I think it was) and a hell of a lot cheaper despite the initial outlay.
Also got a badger hair brush that must be 10 years old now and got through a few tubs of cream in the same time and quite like http://www.traditionalshaving.co.uk...et-Sandalwood-Shaving-Cream-696770010013.html
jay clock
Massive member
- Location
- Hampshire UK
I use Gillette Slalom like these. Reasonable price and much better than the Blue II non slalom version. http://www.lifeandlooks.com/en/Gill...tm_medium=shopping&utm_campaign=UnitedKingdom And Nivea gel is excellent
Profpointy
Legendary Member
I too changed from various prroprietary systems to traditional double edged - and am now a convert. Got a couple of Edwin Jagger razors - one lives in my travel bag in case you wondered why two. I particulary recommend their model with a rubber coated handle; their knurled handle one is just a touch slippery. They're about £25. Do buy their plastic cover for the razor else you'll cut your finger rummaging in bag. Blades are dirt cheap - get a mixed stock in when you order the razor to decide which make suits you best. I suspect they are slightly different size so some cut deeper rather than being sharper as such(guessing). Also need a brush - ideally badger - though I rarely bother taking brush if travelling. I just use normal soap or shower gel rather than special lotions and potions.
and handy hint no 144 - when the blade seems blunt - turn it over - used the other way up gives you a few more goes.
and handy hint no 144 - when the blade seems blunt - turn it over - used the other way up gives you a few more goes.
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martint235
Dog on a bike
- Location
- Welling
I've got a long handled Merkur. I've got a couple of short handled ones too but I didn't get on with them and ended up cutting myself almost every time. Decent brush and shaving soap and you're away.
GrumpyGregry
Here for rides.
I have a new cut throat. I also have a lot of punctured balloons.
GrumpyGregry
Here for rides.
N+1 applies, of course...
OP
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Colin_P
Guru
You are so right.
Trying to chose amongst the bewildering choice on offer is difficult. I'm going to do my best to resist though.
As for the smellies I've ordered, I liked the sound of Sandalwood, got some Taylors of Old Bond St shaving stuff plus a bottle of aftershave of the same.
I cannot wait.
And for the N+1 .... It is birthday soon and then xmas.
Jesus, I'm turning into a mid 40's beardless hipster
..... the only thing saving me is a hairy back.
GrumpyGregry
Here for rides.
I actually have an anniversary, birthdays and xtmas special occasion razor.You are so right.
Trying to chose amongst the bewildering choice on offer is difficult. I'm going to do my best to resist though.
As for the smellies I've ordered, I liked the sound of Sandalwood, got some Taylors of Old Bond St shaving stuff plus a bottle of aftershave of the same.
I cannot wait.
And for the N+1 .... It is birthday soon and then xmas.
Jesus, I'm turning into a mid 40's beardless hipster
But I don't shave everyday. A gentleman never did.
Kevoffthetee
On the road to nowhere
- Location
- Newcastle upon Tyne
That was my thread and I now use....................a wilkinson sword hydro 5
I think I'll as the wife for a DE razor this year for Xmas, it'll give her something different to buy me for a change
There's also this discussion here - https://www.cyclechat.net/threads/real-man-shaving.136970/
classic33
Leg End Member
Please note that any link to me, is entirely coincidental!
