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Originally Posted by Nicholas D C 

Just out of interest, does anyone here use safety razors for their shaving regimen? I just ordered a pre-shave oil for the first time (Truefitt & Hill) and am looking forward to seeing if it makes a significant difference to the softness of the stubble. Managed to pick up a couple Kiehls post-shave products (Razor Bump/Facial Cleanser) as well, and also grabbed a Truefitt & Hill aftershave balm. 

 

P.S. Thomas Lyte briefcase shipped today - I'm excited! 

I use a safety razor everyday and will never go back. I use a Murkur 38C with Feather razors. The first time I used my safety razor, I came out of the bathroom and my wife laughed so hard - I had cut my face is multiple locations - but I would never go back 

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Originally Posted by Selvaggio 

Anyway, I use a double sided razor. Works for me becasue you get a bit more control of how close your shave is. I used to use a modern multi-blade cartridge. They are dead easy to use and produce a very close shave (at a price). I think they are probably 'better' than double-sided razors in those respects.
 

I get a much closer and cleaner shave with my double edge razor than the multi-blade razor, plus I enjoy shaving every morning as I have stopped getting razor burn. After a couple more years I'll more on to the cut throat blades (I'm too scared now)

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Originally Posted by Selvaggio 

I think we have had this razor discussion before - strong sense of deja vu.
Anyway, I use a double sided razor. Works for me becasue you get a bit more control of how close your shave is. I used to use a modern multi-blade cartridge. They are dead easy to use and produce a very close shave (at a price). I think they are probably 'better' than double-sided razors in those respects.
But the close shave was a problem for me as I was ending up with ingrown stubble ("Macheting its way down to the bone" if I can paraphrase Basil Fawlty).
I use an adjustable Merkur and feather blades and have worked out what I need to do to get an acceptable shave without it being too close for comfort.

That's interesting, one of my mates has been complaining vociferously about in-grown hairs, and he's using a cartridge razor as well - says he doesn't go against the grain for fear of getting 'em. Might tell him to try a safety razor and a pre-shave oil to see if that helps him out.

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Originally Posted by Nicholas D C 

 

That's interesting, one of my mates has been complaining vociferously about in-grown hairs, and he's using a cartridge razor as well - says he doesn't go against the grain for fear of getting 'em. Might tell him to try a safety razor and a pre-shave oil to see if that helps him out.

I shave everyday (sometimes twice a day depending on the occasion) and go against the grain without razor burn. However, I only go against every second day as it saves time in the morning.

The first two weeks will feel like hell as you teach yourself how to shave correctly

I want to be badass enough to shave with a straight razor.

Want being the operative word.

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Originally Posted by Selvaggio 

I think we have had this razor discussion before - strong sense of deja vu.
Anyway, I use a double sided razor. Works for me becasue you get a bit more control of how close your shave is. I used to use a modern multi-blade cartridge. They are dead easy to use and produce a very close shave (at a price). I think they are probably 'better' than double-sided razors in those respects.
But the close shave was a problem for me as I was ending up with ingrown stubble ("Macheting its way down to the bone" if I can paraphrase Basil Fawlty).
I use an adjustable Merkur and feather blades and have worked out what I need to do to get an acceptable shave without it being too close for comfort.

Agree with this wholeheartedly. I use Astra blades and my Grandfather's old Wilkinson Sword razor - my skin can be a little tender if I shave daily but ingrown hairs and pimples are all but gone since I changed from the 5-bladed Gillette. Lathering on a proper soap/cream is also a great way to start the morning, beats 'dry' shaving in the shower or using the crappy aerosols by a long shot.

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Originally Posted by deingesicht 

I shave everyday (sometimes twice a day depending on the occasion) and go against the grain without razor burn. However, I only go against every second day as it saves time in the morning.

 

The first two weeks will feel like hell as you teach yourself how to shave correctly

Oh yeah, me too - I've been using a Merkur 34C for the last couple years, but just with some shaving soap (Crabtree & Evelyn Sienna). Have expanded my 'shaving regimen' for the first time though, as I noted in a previous post, bought some pre-shave oil and aftershave balm (and some T&H 'ultimate comfort' shaving cream, rather than soap). I'm hoping it'll make the experience even more enjoyable.

But yes, I remember the first two weeks! I was very fortunate not to mince my face, as I was used to the pressure necessary for a cartridge razor, and to be fair, was probably using less 'beginner-friendly' blades. Thanks to putthison and a couple good youtube vids I was able to correct my technique fairly quickly. I'm about to switch out my Derby Extra blades for some Feathers. Wonder if I'll notice the difference...

Edit: Also I would have to recommend against the Crabtree & Evelyn shaving soaps. They don't tend to lather as nicely as the Taylor of Old Bond St cream I tried a few times, and are rather stupidly priced in Sydney.