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captain spaulding · **on:** October 05, 2011, 07:46:01 AM

I am a disposable razor kind of guy, but have been thinking of giving a straight razor a try. Anyone here shave with one? Any recommendations or tips if I decide to go that route?

Woz · **Reply #1 on:** October 05, 2011, 12:05:02 PM

I sometimes use a straight razor, but dispoables when I am in a hurry. I recommend a Dovo Shavette. It has disposable razor blades, but is used like a straight razor. Most barbers here use them, for they are always sharp with a fresh blade, no need to sharpen them. Sharpening a straight razor to get best results is not for everyone, so maybe the quits cheap shavette is a better way to try and learn.

AimlessWanderer · **Reply #2 on:** October 05, 2011, 01:51:09 PM

I'm a safety razor user - the double edged blade kind. I haven't used disposables for many years. I keep promising myself I'm going to get the courage together to try a straight razor. I think I might feel better starting out with the straight/dispoable first for the reasons mentioned (cheap and guaranteed edge quality) - thanks Woz

Medic82 · **Reply #3 on:** October 05, 2011, 05:05:18 PM

I use a safety razor from the German company Mühle

and been using it for almost a year now and I love it. But I am thinking more and more of giving straight razor a try

Check this site out http://badgerandblade.com/vb/forum.php

Sazabi · **Reply #4 on:** October 05, 2011, 06:01:33 PM

Kenneth, that's a nice looking safety razor; it's pricey, though. o.o I have ten (or so) Gillette safety razors that I picked up on the cheap (nine of them were $1.20 each; the last one or two were slightly more, maybe $5 most) that I still need to clean up. I know they aren't as shiny as a Merkur or the Mühle, but they should shave just as well.

[Edit: I still use my Gillette Fusion Quattro simply because I still have a couple spare razor cartridges remaining. The two or three I have should last for another year or so.]

Medic82 · **Reply #5 on:** October 05, 2011, 06:09:36 PM

Quote from: Sazabi on October 05, 2011, 06:01:33 PM

Kenneth, that's a nice looking safety razor; it's pricey, though. o.o I have ten (or so) Gillette safety razors that I picked up on the cheap (nine of them were $1.20 each; the last one or two were slightly more, maybe $5 most) that I still need to clean up. I know they aren't as shiny as a Merkur or the Mühle, but they should shave just as well.

[Edit: I still use my Gillette Fusion Quattro simply because I still have a couple spare razor cartridges remaining. The two or three I have should last for another year or so.]

But it's an awsome razor

What type of Gillette razor do you have? Pics?

captain spaulding · **Reply #6 on:** October 05, 2011, 09:30:24 PM

Thank you all for the great info and link.

Carlos · **Reply #7 on:** October 05, 2011, 09:39:16 PM

Normally I use two passes: 1st with a straight razor and the 2nd with one of those fancy shaving safety razors, currently a mach3. I've found out that doing this makes the "fancy" razor last much longer.

turnsouth · **Reply #8 on:** October 05, 2011, 09:46:50 PM

I like a good quality rechargeable, lets me shave on the go.

Side Note: I cannot believe that there is actually a shaving forum with more than one million posts...

Gareth · **Reply #9 on:** October 05, 2011, 09:56:03 PM

Quote from: 50ft-trad on October 05, 2011, 01:51:09 PM

I'm a safety razor user - the double edged blade kind. I haven't used disposables for many years. I keep promising myself I'm going to get the courage together to try a straight razor. I think I might feel better starting out with the straight/dispoable first for the reasons mentioned (cheap and guaranteed edge quality) - thanks Woz

exactly the same here. It's been years since I've used a multi-bladed disposable razor. Despite what the advertising says I actually found that they gave me horrendous razor burn, not a problem I have with a simple safety razor.

I'm also a fan of a good old fashioned brush and block of shaving soap. I've tried all the oils, gels and foams, but a good bit of badger bristle is hard to beat.

Medic82 · **Reply #10 on:** October 05, 2011, 10:02:15 PM

Quote from: turnsouth on October 05, 2011, 09:46:50 PM

Side Note: I cannot believe that there is actually a shaving forum with more than one million posts...

It's 3,392,958 to be exact

Sparky415 · **Reply #11 on:** October 05, 2011, 10:06:12 PM

There is also a ton of shaving articles on Artofmanliness.com if you have a spare afternoon

http://artofmanliness.com/2008/01/04/how-to-shave-like-your-grandpa/

captain spaulding · **Reply #12 on:** October 05, 2011, 10:07:41 PM

Quote from: turnsouth on October 05, 2011, 09:46:50 PM

I like a good quality rechargeable, lets me shave on the go.

Side Note: I cannot believe that there is actually a shaving forum with more than one million posts...

I cant do electric. they tear my neck up.

turnsouth · **Reply #13 on:** October 05, 2011, 10:29:55 PM

Quote from: captain spaulding on October 05, 2011, 10:07:41 PM

Quote from: turnsouth on October 05, 2011, 09:46:50 PM
I like a good quality rechargeable, lets me shave on the go.

Side Note: I cannot believe that there is actually a shaving forum with more than one million posts...

I cant do electric. they tear my neck up.

Did you ever try a good one, something in the $100 to $200 range?
Or even one of those new sub-$100 ones with the shave gel built in?

Sazabi · **Reply #14 on:** October 05, 2011, 10:31:35 PM

Quote from: Medic82 on October 05, 2011, 06:09:36 PM

Quote from: Sazabi on October 05, 2011, 06:01:33 PM
Kenneth, that's a nice looking safety razor; it's pricey, though. o.o I have ten (or so) Gillette safety razors that I picked up on the cheap (nine of them were $1.20 each; the last one or two were slightly more, maybe $5 most) that I still need to clean up. I know they aren't as shiny as a Merkur or the Mühle, but they should shave just as well.

[Edit: I still use my Gillette Fusion Quattro simply because I still have a couple spare razor cartridges remaining. The two or three I have should last for another year or so.]

But it's an awsome razor What type of Gillette razor do you have? Pics?

I'll have to get some pictures, but most are the butteryfly opening double edged safety razors, though I do have a couple standard and one travel fixed-cap double edged Gillettes, too.

turnsouth · **Reply #15 on:** October 05, 2011, 10:32:21 PM

Quote from: Medic82 on October 05, 2011, 10:02:15 PM

Quote from: turnsouth on October 05, 2011, 09:46:50 PM
Side Note: I cannot believe that there is actually a shaving forum with more than one million posts...

It's 3,392,958 to be exact

I was going to add up the exact number, but I thought that might be a little obsessive

Sazabi · **Reply #16 on:** October 08, 2011, 06:11:48 PM

As requested by Kenneth:

Gareth · **Reply #17 on:** October 08, 2011, 06:40:51 PM

Nice. I've got to get my hands on a nice butterfly opener.

Sazabi · **Reply #18 on:** October 08, 2011, 07:16:12 PM

If you don't mind paying for whatever shipping costs, I'd let you have one of mine for $1.50. That's a couple cents more than what I have in it.

It'll obviously need a bit of cleaning, but I can direct you to The Art of Manliness' suggested cleaning method.

Vladimir · **Reply #19 on:** October 08, 2011, 07:17:12 PM

I've been using Gillette safety razors for the last 20 years...
I started with Gillette Sensor, than Sensor Excell, Excell 3, Mach 3, Mach3 Turbo etc
Now I'm using Gillette Fusion Power Phenom.
I tried using electric shavers, but they are not good for me.

Medic82 · **Reply #20 on:** October 08, 2011, 07:46:00 PM

Quote from: Sazabi on October 08, 2011, 07:16:12 PM

If you don't mind paying for whatever shipping costs, I'd let you have one of mine for $1.50. That's a couple cents more than what I have in it. It'll obviously need a bit of cleaning, but I can direct you to The Art of Manliness' suggested cleaning method.

That is a bargain for a original Gillette razor, if I was you I would take him up on that offer.

But if you want a new razor I can recommend this UK seller http://www.shaving-shack.com/ I only buy from this store and I am extremely happy with the service that I get there, if you buy anything over 9£ or something you get a free gift.

Sazabi · **Reply #21 on:** October 08, 2011, 08:13:39 PM

I typically see them anywhere from $5+ at various flea markets and antique shows. *shrug* The only one I paid more than $3 for was the travel razor; all of the others ranged from $1.20 to $3 each.

Also, if anyone can tell me who the three figures' names are in the second picture, cookie for you.

Gareth · **Reply #22 on:** October 08, 2011, 08:26:13 PM

Quote from: Sazabi on October 08, 2011, 07:16:12 PM

If you don't mind paying for whatever shipping costs, I'd let you have one of mine for $1.50. That's a couple cents more than what I have in it. It'll obviously need a bit of cleaning, but I can direct you to The Art of Manliness' suggested cleaning method.

nice offer mate but I believe I've got a shine new one coming to me for my birthday.

Sazabi · **Reply #23 on:** October 08, 2011, 08:27:51 PM

Well if it doesn't show up, just drop me a PM and I'll get you sorted.

Medic82 · **Reply #24 on:** October 08, 2011, 08:31:41 PM

Quote from: Sazabi on October 08, 2011, 08:27:51 PM

Well if it doesn't show up, just drop me a PM and I'll get you sorted.

If he don't want one I do

Sazabi · **Reply #25 on:** October 08, 2011, 08:38:54 PM

Lol, ok. I'll toss it in with the last of the LAPG package... if the frinxing package ever arrives.

Medic82 · **Reply #26 on:** October 08, 2011, 08:55:47 PM

Quote from: Sazabi on October 08, 2011, 08:38:54 PM

Lol, ok. I'll toss it in with the last of the LAPG package... if the frinxing package ever arrives.

Yeah........It's gone a long time now.

captain spaulding · **Reply #27 on:** October 09, 2011, 12:59:23 AM

I just picked up a few Gillette safety razors and a Curvfit at a yard sale today.

Singh · **Reply #28 on:** October 09, 2011, 02:04:21 AM

Straight razor?

No, man. HELL NO. I'll never good enough to use one.Heck, when straight razors were the only way to shave, you went to a barber. The average joe would wind up slitting his throat if he tried it himself.

I just use a Mach3. Maybe If I wanted to rock it old school, I'd use a safety razor.

But if you really want to be old school, grow a beard.

Mercury · **Reply #29 on:** October 09, 2011, 06:12:03 AM

I shave my entire head and the majority of my face(minus the chin) every day with a Gillette Mach 3, in the shower with no shaving cream. I never get razor burn at all under normal conditions, and if it's really hot out I will alternate days and shave every other day to avoid a slight burn that comes from sweating too soon after shaving.

I have always wanted to try a straight razor, but I don't really know how to use one.

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