Multi-blade razors
Discussion
thegman said:
Am finding my feathers platinum blunt very quickly (probably three shaves) - any tips for blades that are as sharp but keep their edge longer?
Not really, I only tend to use them for three shaves anyway.then again I do have enough blades for three lifetimes
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they are cheap enough I would suggest buying a decent blade in bulk and just bin them after a few uses.
I think feathers are about 20p if you buy in bulk. Probably the most expensive you can find there are certainly cheaper options
I bought 100 for about £20 if I recall correctly
Edited by Pesty on Thursday 27th September 16:14
these are 6 quid for 200 ![smile](/inc/images/smile.gif)
never tried them but who cares if they go blunt quick use once and throw away.
(I actually think I have some of these but never tried them)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/200-X-SUPERMAX-DOUBLE-ED...
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never tried them but who cares if they go blunt quick use once and throw away.
(I actually think I have some of these but never tried them)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/200-X-SUPERMAX-DOUBLE-ED...
doogz said:
Ditto, £19.45 for 100 with free delivery. If I could get them for 1/3rd of that price, I'd be happy.
I got 200 reds for 7p each. Not quite the same but 1/3 the price. 3 or 4 shaves then bin them. Probably could get them to last longer, but never really tried or felt the need. I won't start that old debate again.
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doogz said:
£50.
Brush
Advise please.
My Edwin Jagger 'Super Badger' has been loosing hair for a while, it needs replaced.
Reccommendations?
I like the look of the Traditional Shaving Co 'wood' brushes, but are they any good?
Speak to EJ customer services and try to blag a replacement. Kent are replacing mine.Brush
Advise please.
My Edwin Jagger 'Super Badger' has been loosing hair for a while, it needs replaced.
Reccommendations?
I like the look of the Traditional Shaving Co 'wood' brushes, but are they any good?
Davey S2 said:
NDA said:
I don't know the Kent soap, but it should be good, Kent's a good name.
Its actually Mitchels Woolfat!They produce it for Kent and I believe they also now rebrand it as Bluebeards revenge soap as well. All the same stuff.
I have the same soap in the same bowl and find it really easy to build a great lather though I gather its quite sensitive to the hardness of your water.
Google 'face lathering' on youtube and see how they do it.
NDA said:
Davey S2 said:
NDA said:
I don't know the Kent soap, but it should be good, Kent's a good name.
Its actually Mitchels Woolfat!They produce it for Kent and I believe they also now rebrand it as Bluebeards revenge soap as well. All the same stuff.
I have the same soap in the same bowl and find it really easy to build a great lather though I gather its quite sensitive to the hardness of your water.
Google 'face lathering' on youtube and see how they do it.
John Lewis sells the refills for a fiver.
after I flew away on holiday my shaving cream went weird (see pics). I can only assume it was due to being in the hold - anyone else had this? It is now kind of gloopy and doesn't seem to lather up the same as it did.
Any other recommendations for a different make shaving cream? Must be sandalwood smell as I love it. But just thought I might try a different make as I always use this one. (Must be from a online retailer so I can get it delivered please!)
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Any other recommendations for a different make shaving cream? Must be sandalwood smell as I love it. But just thought I might try a different make as I always use this one. (Must be from a online retailer so I can get it delivered please!)
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CoolHands said:
errr no? wasthathen? do i need a seperate bowl to mix it in, or what? I've only ever used the stuff shown in the pics above.
Here you go:http://www.amazon.co.uk/Taylor-Bond-Street-Sandalw...
The initial outlay includes the wooden bowl.... The refills are obviously less expensive.
Put your shaving brush under the hot tap, squeeze out about 80% of the water, twirl your brush directly onto the soap into the bowl..... And great lather will result. Apply to face!
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Rinse the soap (within the bowl) under the tap to remove the lather. Dab with towel, put lid back on. A hard soap will last for ever - I think it's more traditional and gives a better lather. No need for a shaving bowl either... Less clutter.
You can take in hand luggage too.... It's not a cream.
HTH
CoolHands said:
Any other recommendations for a different make shaving cream? Must be sandalwood smell as I love it.
This would suit sirs needs.http://www.shaving-shack.com/vulfix-old-original-s...
I like The Art of Shaving cream - its expensive at £20 a pot and when I was last buying it was out of stock online as far as I could see.
I ordered a Geo F Trumper which was rated highly on a shaving website (with Art of Shaving 2nd) - Geo Trumper was half price. Used it once, it was OK but not sure if it is as good as Art of Shaving cream. But I find getting the amount of cream and water right is a fine art may may need to adjust what i use in the future to get it perfect.
I ordered a Geo F Trumper which was rated highly on a shaving website (with Art of Shaving 2nd) - Geo Trumper was half price. Used it once, it was OK but not sure if it is as good as Art of Shaving cream. But I find getting the amount of cream and water right is a fine art may may need to adjust what i use in the future to get it perfect.
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I started a few days ago.
No more irritation & haven't had any ingrown hairs.
Ok, so it takes me 15-20 minutes to do 3 passes & a final neaten pass, but it's quite relaxing.
Should get my investment back in 4 to 6 months by saving on cartridge razors.
Like all the others who have tried DE shaving - I'm not going back to multi-blade cartridges ever again.
I've just bought myself some Proraso shaving cream. I keep coming back to Musgo Real shaving cream because it is exceptional, but it's a bit more expensive and a pain to come by, so I've ordered some Proraso to see if i like it. I use their aftershave lotion and love that.
I've also been using Derby blades recently and i really do not like them. I cut myself almost every shave with them, compared to once or twice a year using feather blades! Can't work out why for the life of me.
I've also been using Derby blades recently and i really do not like them. I cut myself almost every shave with them, compared to once or twice a year using feather blades! Can't work out why for the life of me.
After a few shaves, convinced this is now for me, I'm looking to get a shinier razor and try some different blades. Which razor should the wife buy me for my Birthday, PH? ![smile](/inc/images/smile.gif)
I've been looking at this:
Edwin Jagger Chrome-Plated Lined Handle Double-Edge Safety Razor
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B003UV8LR0
Any recommendations? £20-40.
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I've been looking at this:
Edwin Jagger Chrome-Plated Lined Handle Double-Edge Safety Razor
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B003UV8LR0
Any recommendations? £20-40.
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