Thread: Shavette or Safety Razor

Just my 2 cents but I also started with a Shavette (Parker SRB) and I still have it and just used it and now have had multiple straight razors too. I will be the odd guy out here but I think it gave me a great comparison as to what sharp really is and a goal to aim for when I am honing. Also, I found that all of the basics have transferred over just fine like no pressure, proper angle, different grips, ect.. Like I said I am probably the odd ball but that's my experience.

I also started with a shavette,
Yes I find a slight difference in use from a traditional straight razor.
When I transitioned to a proper straight from the shavette there was a small learning curve,
it lasted about three shaves, I used the blades as point of reference for honing as well.
It is one of many roads you can take to get where you are going as is the DE.