Author Topic: Anyone here use Sraight or Double Edge Safety razors? (Read 11589 times)

s2srea · « **on:** January 23, 2012, 03:58:26 PM »

I'd done quite a bit of research on straight razors, and have been close to getting one, but I'm considering getting a safety razor. seems to come highly recommended. While buying one can be a bit pricey, the replacement razors are so cheap I think it would pay for itself quickly. Also, its supposed to be quite a good shave, and cause less irritation. My hair is not straight, (wavy on my head, and slightly curly on my beard and neck) and my skin gets irritated rather quickly. I think this would help. What say you gentlemen?

Edit: No ladies, this isn't one for the legs

Telesphorus · « **Reply #1 on:** January 23, 2012, 04:07:44 PM »

I've heard others testify on forums that safety razors ordered from online suppliers is the way to go.

s2srea · « **Reply #2 on:** January 23, 2012, 04:14:33 PM »

Me too. I think I can afford this, and need razors anyways, so I'll check back with you to let you know what the results are! :)

Telesphorus · « **Reply #3 on:** January 23, 2012, 04:22:20 PM »

Quote from: s2srea

Me too. I think I can afford this, and need razors anyways, so I'll check back with you to let you know what the results are! :)

The multiple blade gillette's with castile soap are okay, but very expensive. This doesn't really seem expensive.

I use kirk's castile soap for lather. Much better results than shaving cream.

s2srea · « **Reply #4 on:** January 23, 2012, 04:30:59 PM »

Really? You're talking about their bar soap right?

I thin I'm going to try [url=http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/on.com/gp//ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=on.com/gp/&linkCode=as2&tag=httpwwwchanco-20 shaving soap as I got a free badger brush the other day. The exfoliation may help the razor burn as well.

Telesphorus · « **Reply #5 on:** January 23, 2012, 04:33:37 PM »

yes, I just use the coconut oil bar "castile" soap.

s2srea · « **Reply #6 on:** January 25, 2012, 11:09:18 PM »

Well just did my first shave (did it in the evening in case I nicked myself too much!) Results: promising. Definately, very close, I'll wait to see how my skin and hair reacts over a few shaves. Based on research, I know its going to be cheaper.

Telesphorus · « **Reply #7 on:** January 26, 2012, 05:29:01 AM »

I ordered the Feather double edged safety razor (the $20 plastic one) and a couple 5 packs. (astra and gillette double platinum) The feather supposedly comes with two feather blades, which are supposed to be the sharpest. If in a month I like shaving with it I'll try a bunch of different blade types and let you know which ones I prefer. I'm tired of the multiblade disposables and the ridiculous prices!

Graham · « **Reply #8 on:** January 26, 2012, 07:48:24 AM »

Oh, I didn’t see this thread till now. I’ve been shaving with an antique safety razor for about eight months. It is certainly much cheaper, smoother once you get the hang of it, and I also enjoy the sense of using a tool rather than a disposable product. I will be in the market for a straight razor in the next few months.

s2srea · « **Reply #9 on:** January 26, 2012, 09:16:42 AM »

Quote from: Telesphorus

I ordered the Feather double edged safety razor (the $20 plastic one) and a couple 5 packs. (astra and gillette double platinum) The feather supposedly comes with two feather blades, which are supposed to be the sharpest. If in a month I like shaving with it I'll try a bunch of different blade types and let you know which ones I prefer. I'm tired of the multiblade disposables and the ridiculous prices!

I wanted to buy a few feather razors, but after reading reviews of how many nicks newbies get, I think I'll wait a month or two. I was also going to get a sampler pack of razors, but I don't know yet about that... 20-30 bucks is a lot for now. If I order through amazon, I can get a pack or two at a time, and shipping is free.

s2srea · « **Reply #10 on:** January 26, 2012, 09:20:43 AM »

Quote from: Graham

Oh, I didn’t see this thread till now. I’ve been shaving with an antique safety razor for about eight months. It is certainly much cheaper, smoother once you get the hang of it, and I also enjoy the sense of using a tool rather than a disposable product. I will be in the market for a straight razor in the next few months.

Nice. Good point on using a 'tool'. I think most people think that throw away would be better. Perhaps the safety razors were the precursors of the disposable multi-blades. I did plenty of research on straight razors, but I was nervous to try them! If I can master the safety, I might move in that direction in the future.

Are you going to refurbish an antique, or buy new?

I'd looked at tons of antique malls for them, but they all had chips in the blades, which was a bummer.

s2srea · « **Reply #11 on:** January 26, 2012, 09:25:34 AM »

This gent does three passes (with, across, and against) when he shaves. I tried this myself last night. Do you guys do one or more passes?

(don't mind his bandana)

http://tinyurl.com/7ldnb36

Graham · « **Reply #12 on:** January 26, 2012, 10:01:28 AM »

Quote from: s2srea

This gent does three passes (with, across, and against) when he shaves. I tried this myself last night. Do you guys do one or more passes?

(don't mind his bandana)

http://tinyurl.com/7ldnb36

My skin is too sensitive for that, for three applications of soap, three passes, and shaving against the grain. And I've never been that concerned with getting a close shave anyway, possibly because I don't have the fullest growth to begin with. I just pass once, with the grain.

Telesphorus · « **Reply #13 on:** January 26, 2012, 12:12:30 PM »

when I use the cartridges I always try to get to the point that my face is smooth. Very difficult under the jaw line. And I tend to get burned, cut, etc. I'm hoping these razors will make it easier. And I will be extremely careful.

I realize now that I should always take a hot shower and steam up the room and and get my face plenty warmed up, and that cuts down a great deal on the irritation.

Telesphorus · « **Reply #14 on:** January 28, 2012, 02:08:28 PM »

I received the razor today and gave it a try. My face is very red, but not really nicked, just abraded.

I started with the gillette 7 o'clock double platinum. It was not sharp enough, so I tried an astra. I have two feather blades, I have a feeling I'll be relying on them.

My face is very red and irritated, but the shave is very close. The fewer passes, the better. The lighter the touch, the better. For me it seems a sharper blade is better than a duller, the astra seem to be fairly sharp.