I have always been a wet shaver (canned lather and throw away razors) but several months ago took the time to get back to wet double edge shaving. I have some superb accessories, soaps, creams, a couple of great silver tip brushes and am shaving with a 1947 Gillette Aristocrat. This past Christmas I was gifted a 1957 Gillette fat boy adjustable and I enjoy it as well on a 5 setting. The Aristocrat remains my favorite. I use Israeli blades and prefer them over all I have tried. I have no problem holding the razor steady with the perfect light touch. I guess my beard would be classified as soft.
I am wanting to get to a straight razor shave, but have some concerns based on my age to some extent on medication I take as well. Obviously at 64, both because of age and some medicines, my hands are not as steady as they once were. Also while the skin on the sides of my face is still nice and taut it is less so on my chin and neck.
I am wanting to try a straight razor, but given my immediate concerns, am curious if I should go there at all.
I am thinking about the replaceable blade straight razors but am not reaching a level of comfort the more I read about them. Can you really get a great shave from them?
I do not mind the involvement with stroping as a requirement and of course just the thought of a straight razor makes me nervous. I've many straight razor shaves in my life and loved every one.
I have inquired of Jim at Vintage for his advice and asked for advice from
the StraightRazorDesigns for a recommendation on a razor and strop.
I would appreciate any thoughts from the community as I venture down this road. TIA!