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re: Looking to get into safety razors
Posted on 6/8/24 at 9:41 am to Cuz413
Posted on 6/8/24 at 9:41 am to Cuz413
quote:
Pro tip to OP, use an empty prescription vial for used blades,
Holy damn blue hell. That's brilliant. I've got a ton of my feather blades that are in the factory dispenser deal. Problem is, I have to keep them all rubber banded together. It's kind of a PITA in my shave bag kit. I'll see if I can find an old pill bottle and throw them in there.
ETA: Found an old pill bottle. I was able to get the remainder of my new ones in there. What a deal.
This post was edited on 6/8/24 at 9:50 am
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Posted on 6/8/24 at 9:43 am to Arkapigdiesel
That's what I do.
Posted on 6/8/24 at 9:57 am to greenbean
quote:
only poors have too shave.
To *
Posted on 6/8/24 at 10:46 am to jlovel7
Get a mild blade, a good badger brush and shave soap, and you will never go back. Im convinced cartridge shaving being the predominant method for most men is due to profit margins and marketing.
Posted on 6/8/24 at 10:48 am to Arkapigdiesel
You can
Get a disposal container for $5 on Amazon.
Get a disposal container for $5 on Amazon.
Posted on 6/8/24 at 10:51 am to Arkapigdiesel
Been using this for a long time, Gillette fatboy razor:Setting 1 is for peach fuzz, 9 for the heavy beard.
Adjustable razor . I use setting 7. Wilkinson sword blades.
Adjustable razor . I use setting 7. Wilkinson sword blades.
Posted on 6/8/24 at 10:54 am to jlovel7
Yeah I’ve been using them for over 15 years now. Started with feather blades but I got too many nicks so switched to astra and love those blades. Love proraso products. Oh and spend more and get a badger hair brush. They don’t shed like crap bushes do and will last forever if you take care of them
Posted on 6/8/24 at 11:06 am to jlovel7
quote:Did you go to a school for ants?
Looking to get into safety razors
Posted on 6/8/24 at 11:06 am to Stitches
quote:
Didn't like the feel of the Henson, so I don't use it. Felt like I had to repeat my strokes several times in order to get a smooth shave.
I recently switched from Henson. I went with it as first safety due its mild cut. But it’s too mild. Currently using a truefitt and hill Wellington. If I could do it over again,
I would start out with an adjustable so I could tweak the cut over time.
Posted on 6/8/24 at 11:15 am to wackatimesthree
quote:
What about using it to shave your head? Am I going to cut my head off?
After shaving with a safety razor for years, I grew a beard and started shaving my head. I was never able to get as good results with the safety razor on my head. Cartridges make it much easier with the pivoting head to automatically keep the optimal angle with my head. Maybe others were able to learn how to keep the safety razor angled on top of and behind their head. I just shave in the shower without a mirror.
Posted on 6/8/24 at 11:21 am to jlovel7
Switched to safety razor a couple years ago. Yes, it is easier to cut yourself, but once you get the feel for them, it doesn’t happen often. It provides a closer shave and the blades cost next to nothing compared to cartridges. I’m a fan.
Posted on 6/8/24 at 11:27 am to Arkapigdiesel
Y'all know that the plastic container that feather blades come in, also has a spot on the back to stick your used blades for disposal?
Posted on 6/8/24 at 11:32 am to jlovel7
I switched from a Merker to an Edwin Jagger a couple of years ago and I love it. I use Astra Platinum blades and Taylor of old Bond Street cream.
Posted on 6/8/24 at 11:53 am to SimonSlick
Hensen Medium
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Posted on 6/10/24 at 10:16 pm to Hopeful Doc
quote:
Merely 34c (or 38HD if you want a long handle and have big hands) or Mühle r89. Both are very mild. Barely more likely to nick yourself than with a blue plastic 2-blade BIC.
So why am I using something that is similar to a shitty BIC 2 BLADE when I can get a superior shave from a 5 blade razor???
Posted on 6/10/24 at 10:25 pm to Alt26
quote:
Get a mild razor. First month or so you’ll be overly careful while trying to get used to it. You probably won’t have as close a shave as a cartridge razor while you do. You’ll probably have a few nicks (if you are careful), but nothing big.
I tried one recently. I forgot how many nicks it was easy to get!
Posted on 6/10/24 at 10:44 pm to Auburn1968
I agree with most of all that's been posted. Once you get comfy with a safety razor, you CAN save money on blades and get a closer shave with generally much less skin irritation.
The problem then arises that you become curious about new shave soaps, pre-shave soaps, an inexpensive travel razor (that you can afford to lose, but pray you never do), and eventually an heirloom piece that you may pass on to your son, nephew, etc etc etc.
So, if this whole safety razor thing turns into a cathartic hobby and moment to reflect on things in the mirror (or zone out and think of nothing at all), well, it CAN get a bit pricey. At least as far as one is willing to take it. Totally up to you. Bare bones....it's not bad at all. You might get things set up and not need to buy supplies for a few YEARS.
I use a Blackland Blackbird for my face and shaving my head completely smooth. At first, it felt like holding a loaded gun to the back of my head. No mirror. Just a shaky hand. I quickly learned, however, to respect the piece and let the weight do the work.
But, if there's one thing I would like to impart to anyone....do NOT....and I mean this.....do NOT nick or cut the top of your ear. You will bleed like a stuck pig. It took a good long time for me to cap that off.
Do not let that deter you, however. It's a neat hobby and it's nice to get the compliment of, "Looks like you got a nice shave! Where do you go for that?"
The problem then arises that you become curious about new shave soaps, pre-shave soaps, an inexpensive travel razor (that you can afford to lose, but pray you never do), and eventually an heirloom piece that you may pass on to your son, nephew, etc etc etc.
So, if this whole safety razor thing turns into a cathartic hobby and moment to reflect on things in the mirror (or zone out and think of nothing at all), well, it CAN get a bit pricey. At least as far as one is willing to take it. Totally up to you. Bare bones....it's not bad at all. You might get things set up and not need to buy supplies for a few YEARS.
I use a Blackland Blackbird for my face and shaving my head completely smooth. At first, it felt like holding a loaded gun to the back of my head. No mirror. Just a shaky hand. I quickly learned, however, to respect the piece and let the weight do the work.
But, if there's one thing I would like to impart to anyone....do NOT....and I mean this.....do NOT nick or cut the top of your ear. You will bleed like a stuck pig. It took a good long time for me to cap that off.
Do not let that deter you, however. It's a neat hobby and it's nice to get the compliment of, "Looks like you got a nice shave! Where do you go for that?"
This post was edited on 6/10/24 at 10:45 pm
Posted on 6/10/24 at 11:50 pm to sec13rowBBseat28
quote:
I have no idea why men stopped using them.
Marketing
Posted on 6/11/24 at 6:05 am to BawtHouse
quote:
I have no idea why men stopped using them.
Better, easier, safer shave. Simple. Technology.
Posted on 6/11/24 at 6:35 am to jlovel7
I have had a Merkur double edge for about 15 years now. I use personna blades, which come about 100 to a pack for about $10. Well over a year's worth for that little money. Also use Prosaro shaving soap.
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