Multi-blade razors
Discussion
IanMorewood said:
Razor yes, blades no, much better blades than Muhles, DE razor takes a lot more skill than a cartridge type razor but the shave can be as good, the whole experience will be more pleasant and you will be significantly better off financially.
Agreed, although the skill level involved with a sharp blade is probably not too far off that required to eek out a cartridge razor with a blunt one. I've also managed to resist the urge to spend much money. In the last couple of years I've bought a new alum block and been gifted a new brush, but that's it.Running low on blades now, I'll probably just buy another 30 feather blades for less than a tenner. They last me a few shaves and I only bother once, maybe twice a week.
What are your "go-to" post-shave balms? I've been using elemis post shave recovery mask for over a year now and have been very happy with it.... But at over £25 per 75ml it ain't what you'd call cheap!
Don't mind spending more than the usual nivea stuff as I find that rubbish to be honest. Also looking for a decent moisturiser for afterwards.... Any recommendations much appreciated
Don't mind spending more than the usual nivea stuff as I find that rubbish to be honest. Also looking for a decent moisturiser for afterwards.... Any recommendations much appreciated
E65Ross said:
What are your "go-to" post-shave balms? I've been using elemis post shave recovery mask for over a year now and have been very happy with it.... But at over £25 per 75ml it ain't what you'd call cheap!
Don't mind spending more than the usual nivea stuff as I find that rubbish to be honest. Also looking for a decent moisturiser for afterwards.... Any recommendations much appreciated
Trumpets Sandalwood skin food for me. Don't mind spending more than the usual nivea stuff as I find that rubbish to be honest. Also looking for a decent moisturiser for afterwards.... Any recommendations much appreciated
It's not overly cheap either, but is rather nice.
madbadger said:
E65Ross said:
What are your "go-to" post-shave balms? I've been using elemis post shave recovery mask for over a year now and have been very happy with it.... But at over £25 per 75ml it ain't what you'd call cheap!
Don't mind spending more than the usual nivea stuff as I find that rubbish to be honest. Also looking for a decent moisturiser for afterwards.... Any recommendations much appreciated
Trumpets Sandalwood skin food for me. Don't mind spending more than the usual nivea stuff as I find that rubbish to be honest. Also looking for a decent moisturiser for afterwards.... Any recommendations much appreciated
It's not overly cheap either, but is rather nice.
As for moisturiser, I use this. A little pricy but lasts ages.
Many thanks for the suggestions chaps.... Food for thought
I use this stuff, on my face and neck including after shaving, the amount you use is only about the size of a 1p coin and it is like a hard wax, but it works and stops lines on your face.
Its also inexpensiveDoes this stuff not sting at all after shaving? May buy some 
Robbo 27 said:
I use this stuff, on my face and neck including after shaving, the amount you use is only about the size of a 1p coin and it is like a hard wax, but it works and stops lines on your face.
Its also inexpensive
I'd forgotten about this thread. 
Since seeing the light a few years ago I've settled down to a bog standard EJ DE89 & Gillette 7 o'clock SharpEdge blades. Stopped using the fancy pre- and post-shave creams, lotions and tonics a while back - just a decent sandalwood shave cream and brush and a good cold water rinse.
Recently began shaving scalp too; a smooth, shiny bonce is neater than the stubble/zero cut from the Wahl Balding I've used for years.
Since seeing the light a few years ago I've settled down to a bog standard EJ DE89 & Gillette 7 o'clock SharpEdge blades. Stopped using the fancy pre- and post-shave creams, lotions and tonics a while back - just a decent sandalwood shave cream and brush and a good cold water rinse.
Recently began shaving scalp too; a smooth, shiny bonce is neater than the stubble/zero cut from the Wahl Balding I've used for years.
Hmm, yes. I use a straight razor, and was trying to persuade my boss of the financial savings (and much better shave!) until he asked how much my Dovo cost. Given that he's on the way to retirement, he didn't seem to think it would be worthwhile - partly as he has a gostee, and so doesn't shave to the same extent!
Surprise birthday present from my wife; a gorgeous resin brush made by Rodney Neep of Pens Of The Forest:
I haven't used the brush yet, but it is a thing of beauty to behold.
I haven't used the brush yet, but it is a thing of beauty to behold.
Could somebody recommend me some blades for use with an Edwin Jagger DE89?
Previously I had a Wilkinson Sword cheap DE and used Wilkinson Sword blades with it. Found it fine TBH. Upgraded to the DE89 and am finding the blades don't work very well. Have to press them quite hard onto the face which negates the benefits of DE for me.
Previously I had a Wilkinson Sword cheap DE and used Wilkinson Sword blades with it. Found it fine TBH. Upgraded to the DE89 and am finding the blades don't work very well. Have to press them quite hard onto the face which negates the benefits of DE for me.
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