Multi-blade razors

[TheGroover]

ollie05 said:

Enjoying my de razor. As I bought things separately to start with, I did use gel as I had spare but have since got a brush and stick, enjoying using it and have got a bowl on the way too

My razor came with 5 blades so I'm ok for now, but just wondering where I can get those sample sets of blades? Couldn't see much on Amazon...

I get my stuff from here.

https://www.traditionalshaving.co.uk/razor-blades/...

[ollie05]

Perfect! Thanks

[eps]

Davie_GLA said:

So it's Sunday and i've been off for a week. Hence no shaving whatsoever.

Went in to engoy and excellent shave only to see that my Sandalwood TOBS cream is toast. Lid can't have been on properly and as there was only a small amount lesft it was just nasty.

Went to supermarket and I selected a King of Shaves Gel.. Hellish, disgusting stuff. Can't see how people use this gunk on a regular basis.

Some fresh cream ordered. I'll be hairy until it arrives

Don't know, I use soap and a brush. Lasts an amazingly long time and you just need to have a spare when you think its almost finished.

[zygalski]

ollie05 said:

Enjoying my de razor. As I bought things separately to start with, I did use gel as I had spare but have since got a brush and stick, enjoying using it and have got a bowl on the way too

My razor came with 5 blades so I'm ok for now, but just wondering where I can get those sample sets of blades? Couldn't see much on Amazon...

Have a look on ebay.
I'd avoid any sample that doesn't include Feathers, Gillette of some description (preferably Silver Blue, 7 o'clock Super Platinum) & Personna. Perhaps also Polsilver Super Iridium.
This seller allows you to make your own samples & has good feedback (no affiliation!):
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DE-Razor-Blade-Sample-Pa...

[ollie05]

Cheers! Good to know there are lots of options out there.

[BertieWooster]

ollie05 said:

Enjoying my de razor. As I bought things separately to start with, I did use gel as I had spare but have since got a brush and stick, enjoying using it and have got a bowl on the way too

My razor came with 5 blades so I'm ok for now, but just wondering where I can get those sample sets of blades? Couldn't see much on Amazon...

You could also try www.shavelounge.co.uk. They have two sample packs available:

Pack 1

Pack 2

[ollie05]

Ordered!

[BertieWooster]

ollie05 said:

Ordered!

I've yet to try either of the Gillette 7 O'Clocks so it will be interesting to hear how you get on with those.

[LordGrover]

7 o'clock SharpEdge is probably my favourite in a mild razor like DE89.

[BertieWooster]

LordGrover said:

7 o'clock SharpEdge is probably my favourite in a mild razor like DE89.

Have you used it in anything more aggressive (e.g. Merkur Futur)?

[ollie05]

Razor related question; I've got a DE butterfly style razor, which you twist at the bottom to close the butterfly and secure the blade.

Obviously it needs to be tight enough to hold it in place, but should it be done up as tight as poss or just enough to secure it.

Doesn't say on the box...

[LordGrover]

BertieWooster said:

LordGrover said:

7 o'clock SharpEdge is probably my favourite in a mild razor like DE89.

Have you used it in anything more aggressive (e.g. Merkur Futur)?

Not familiar with that razor in particular, but I have a Muhle R41 which is about as aggressive as I'm happy to use. I find that works best with a very sharp blade like a feather or personna.

ETA ES Braveheart is also a bit too aggressive for me and the Gillette 7 o'clock SE.

Edited by LordGrover on Tuesday 23 May 14:08

[NDA]

ollie05 said:

Razor related question; I've got a DE butterfly style razor, which you twist at the bottom to close the butterfly and secure the blade.

Obviously it needs to be tight enough to hold it in place, but should it be done up as tight as poss or just enough to secure it.

Doesn't say on the box...

On some butterflies there's a closed position and then a further turn to lock. You certainly don't need to force anything, the mechanisms won't appreciate it.... What make is the razor?

[ollie05]

Just this one off Amazon;

Elkaline Double Edge One Blade Safety Razor Shaving Kit - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01DOLH9AK/ref=cm_sw_r...

Nothing to compare it with but quite pleased so far...

[BertieWooster]

ollie05 said:

Just this one off Amazon;

Elkaline Double Edge One Blade Safety Razor Shaving Kit - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01DOLH9AK/ref=cm_sw_r...

Nothing to compare it with but quite pleased so far...

Once you have got more experienced I would recommend getting something like the Merkur Futur. It is adjustabe so you can go from a mild to aggressive shave very easily.

[Davie_GLA]

BertieWooster said:

Once you have got more experienced I would recommend getting something like the Merkur Futur. It is adjustable so you can go from a mild to aggressive shave very easily.

I'm not so sure. I have a Futur and it can't be denied it's a very nice razor with great weight and adjust-ability but i just find it a bit too cumbersome. Especially under the nose and around the chin.

[Bonefish Blues]

Davie_GLA said:

I'm not so sure. I have a Futur and it can't be denied it's a very nice razor with great weight and adjust-ability but i just find it a bit too cumbersome. Especially under the nose and around the chin.

This

[BertieWooster]

Davie_GLA said:

I'm not so sure. I have a Futur and it can't be denied it's a very nice razor with great weight and adjust-ability but i just find it a bit too cumbersome. Especially under the nose and around the chin.

I used to find it difficult doing under the nose with the Futur. However, I just lift the tip of my nose up and then have no issues.

I used to have the Muhle R41 as my daily but found it a bit too aggressive.

[LordGrover]

I keep the R41 for occasional use and a week's growth.

[zygalski]

I have a 1912 old type for exactly the same purpose. One pass & all gone.