Thread: Which DE Should a beginner get

I just had my first DE shave today so I'm not going to give advice but was just wondering why you don't want a vintage. I picked up a vintage Gillette Adjustable DE for just a little more than the 2 you are looking at and loved the shave I got today. The thing I like is that it's adjustable so as I get more comfortable with it I can tune it to be more aggressive there are a few New adjustable razors out there but they run a bit more $$.

For a first DE you could do worse than a new Merkur, which personally I would favor over the Parker.

Hello, Straightnoob:

I have used a wide range of double edge razors throughout the years. For me, the sweetest is the Edwin Jagger 89L, if you're starting out or if you've been at it for a while. It's a beautifully-made razor in every way.

Regards,
Obie

Originally Posted by Obie

Hello, Straightnoob:

I have used a wide range of double edge razors throughout the years. For me, the sweetest is the Edwin Jagger 89L, if you're starting out or if you've been at it for a while. It's a beautifully-made razor in every way.

Regards,
Obie

I have to say the same as Obie. The Edwin Jagger 89L is a fantastic well made razor. I have one and really enjoy using, and get a very good shave from it.

I'm with Obie on this one, as well; EJs are wonderful shavers.

I agree with all the above. A common DE used for beginners is the Merkur HD.

++1 on the previous advice. I have a Merkur HD and love it. In fact, it was the DE I used before transitioning to straight razor shaving.

Although I do not own and have never used one, I have also heard great things about the Edwin Jagger.

As for the Parker...I do not own one, but have heard that they are a bit aggresive, as DE razor go.

BTW...I think you may do a lot better price-wise by looking at DE's offered by some of the vendors who advertise here at SRP. They have sales during the summer months to reduce inventory.