Multi-blade razors
Discussion
E65Ross said:
Do you guys also think you can get a closer shave with a DE than a cartridge razor? I swear I do.... But it could be a placebo, who knows!
I had a shave yesterday and even now there's only a little stubble.... As it was such a closer shave yesterday. Not sure I'll even bother tomorrow. But I have loaded it with a feather blade so I may give it a go as I don't need to be anywhere tomorrow so if I cut myself it doesn't matter
I don't think I got a definite answer for the difference last between some of the DE razors? Some are around £20 yet others are getting on for 3 figures... What are the benefits?
Still tempted to plunge for some sandalwood soap and a bowl from Taylor of old bond Street...
Okay, as someone who until Friday was using a multi-blade - the DE shaves closer. The penalty thus far seems to be time and risk of nicks.I had a shave yesterday and even now there's only a little stubble.... As it was such a closer shave yesterday. Not sure I'll even bother tomorrow. But I have loaded it with a feather blade so I may give it a go as I don't need to be anywhere tomorrow so if I cut myself it doesn't matter
I don't think I got a definite answer for the difference last between some of the DE razors? Some are around £20 yet others are getting on for 3 figures... What are the benefits?
Still tempted to plunge for some sandalwood soap and a bowl from Taylor of old bond Street...
I've just bought the sandalwood soap and bowl from Taylor. The bowl is a beautiful figured hardwood. The soap smells, unsurprisingly, of sandalwood. But unless I am doing it wrong, the soap doesn't produce a very thick foam. Less than, for example, Gillette shave gel.
I'm no shaving guru having only limited experience of several genres (electric and straight razors) but as far as wet shaving goes I'm perfectly happy with the quality of shave a DE provides over that of a disposable or a cartridge type razor. Both these types however suit the disinterested who just wish to get the job done quickly and aren't concerned about the economics or benefits that an alternative may offer.
Do you get a better shave with a DE? Probably but this is because instead of taking thirty seconds to do a half arsed job you are now taking five minutes to do the same job but actually taking care to do it right.
What benefit a more expensive razor? Other than functionality (the ability to vary blade gap etc) your main difference is build quality, the materials, the balance, the plating, the screw mechanism, the size and the weight. You can get a perfectly acceptable functional razor from Wilkinson Sword for about £5 and I did (prior to reading this thread) however soon after deciding I liked shaving this way I wanted something heavier and made of shiny metal, I looked picked something budget end of a decent makers and bought that, finally I decided to go for a classic adjustable and that's where I am today. It's like when people ask why I drive a mercedes instead of a generic hatchback, I like the way the car makes me feel when I use it.
Do you get a better shave with a DE? Probably but this is because instead of taking thirty seconds to do a half arsed job you are now taking five minutes to do the same job but actually taking care to do it right.
What benefit a more expensive razor? Other than functionality (the ability to vary blade gap etc) your main difference is build quality, the materials, the balance, the plating, the screw mechanism, the size and the weight. You can get a perfectly acceptable functional razor from Wilkinson Sword for about £5 and I did (prior to reading this thread) however soon after deciding I liked shaving this way I wanted something heavier and made of shiny metal, I looked picked something budget end of a decent makers and bought that, finally I decided to go for a classic adjustable and that's where I am today. It's like when people ask why I drive a mercedes instead of a generic hatchback, I like the way the car makes me feel when I use it.
Eleven said:
I've just bought the sandalwood soap and bowl from Taylor. The bowl is a beautiful figured hardwood. The soap smells, unsurprisingly, of sandalwood. But unless I am doing it wrong, the soap doesn't produce a very thick foam. Less than, for example, Gillette shave gel.
I use the Taylors Sandalwood and a badger brush. I only need a light dab of shaving cream on the brush to produce enough lather for 2, sometimes 3 passes. Make sure the brush is wet and spend longer irrigating the cream into a thick lather.Rick101 said:
Eleven said:
I've just bought the sandalwood soap and bowl from Taylor. The bowl is a beautiful figured hardwood. The soap smells, unsurprisingly, of sandalwood. But unless I am doing it wrong, the soap doesn't produce a very thick foam. Less than, for example, Gillette shave gel.
I use the Taylors Sandalwood and a badger brush. I only need a light dab of shaving cream on the brush to produce enough lather for 2, sometimes 3 passes. Make sure the brush is wet and spend longer irrigating the cream into a thick lather.
Thanks guys, my neck area is still tender. I think I'll leave shaving for a few days to let it calm down, and possibly even go back to a normal cartridge for my next shave to really let it recover a bit.... And put a personna back in my razor
I'm still tempted by a pre-shave oil to use after a shower. Is it a case of apply it and leave it for 15mins and then apply your soap/cream/foam etc?
So what are your aftershave routines? I'm currently using Elemis post-shave recovery mask and, once removed after 15 mins, I use one of their body creams/moisturisers. I was given a sample of their SOS survival cream but at over £40 for a 50ml pot I'm not sure if I'll be going for it. It was bloody nice though so I may end up buying it once my current moisturiser has run out.
Over to you.
I'm still tempted by a pre-shave oil to use after a shower. Is it a case of apply it and leave it for 15mins and then apply your soap/cream/foam etc?
So what are your aftershave routines? I'm currently using Elemis post-shave recovery mask and, once removed after 15 mins, I use one of their body creams/moisturisers. I was given a sample of their SOS survival cream but at over £40 for a 50ml pot I'm not sure if I'll be going for it. It was bloody nice though so I may end up buying it once my current moisturiser has run out.
Over to you.
My bearded man technique:
Shower
dry
warm water on face
Loreal shave gel (got 2 tubes to use up)
Shave/tidy around neck and beard with DE currently using a derby just because they were free and a shame to waste a blade.
Cold water rinse
Dab dry
Apply apothecary87 milly's beard oil £10 for 10ml but wow awesome stuff
Comb beard
Spend ages trying to sort hair out using pomade give up and go to work looking a mess.
Shower
dry
warm water on face
Loreal shave gel (got 2 tubes to use up)
Shave/tidy around neck and beard with DE currently using a derby just because they were free and a shame to waste a blade.
Cold water rinse
Dab dry
Apply apothecary87 milly's beard oil £10 for 10ml but wow awesome stuff
Comb beard
Spend ages trying to sort hair out using pomade give up and go to work looking a mess.
IanMorewood said:
Cold water, dab dry, alum block and then rub in some skin food.
Hmmm. For me it's cold water, alum block, rinse brush & razor and clear away then rinse alum from face and dab dry. In my mind, this gives the alum a minute or two to do its stuff. Rarely use a balm or skin food unless it's a 'special occasion'. I guess we find what works best for us.
These Razor pit things..
What kind of results are people getting?
I got one about two weeks ago and have been using before I shave (which at the moment is probably every three days or so.)
Following the instructions, I am using it before I shave, applying some shaving gel to it and making more passes than they suggest, more should be better?
Anyway, the new blade I started with (Mach 3) two weeks ago already needs replacing, today's shave was awful. Is there a trick I am missing here??
What kind of results are people getting?
I got one about two weeks ago and have been using before I shave (which at the moment is probably every three days or so.)
Following the instructions, I am using it before I shave, applying some shaving gel to it and making more passes than they suggest, more should be better?
Anyway, the new blade I started with (Mach 3) two weeks ago already needs replacing, today's shave was awful. Is there a trick I am missing here??
I can't specifically help with the razor pit but the key to cartridge razors is making sure the head stays clog free. Soak in hot soapy water for a while after shaving and then run under fast flowing water seemed to be the best results I had, that said blades do need replacing hence why we have so many converts to DEs on here the difference in blade price is eye watering.
Had my first shave with new kit today; Mühle R41 Grande, EJ Plaza Super Badger brush and Mühle RN11 bowl.
Have to say the razor is great. Not used an open comb before and while this is a hybrid-stylee affair it's pretty aggressive but a very close shave was achieved with no effort or drama.
Mühle R41 Grande
Have to say the razor is great. Not used an open comb before and while this is a hybrid-stylee affair it's pretty aggressive but a very close shave was achieved with no effort or drama.
Mühle R41 Grande
Just shaved for the first time since Sunday and one thing I've noticed is that the DE gets through thicker hair so much easier than my hydro5 blades ever could. Even going WTG it gave a close shave, whereas a cartridge blade left a lot to be desired....
Continue to be impressed and so glad I made the switch
Continue to be impressed and so glad I made the switch
E65Ross said:
Just shaved for the first time since Sunday and one thing I've noticed is that the DE gets through thicker hair so much easier than my hydro5 blades ever could. Even going WTG it gave a close shave, whereas a cartridge blade left a lot to be desired....
Continue to be impressed and so glad I made the switch
I am finding that DE gives me a closer shave in some places, not so good in others and the odd bloody spot on my neck. On average I am still better with a Mach 3, but perhaps I just need more practice.Continue to be impressed and so glad I made the switch
The ritual of it all is good though.
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