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Thread: shavette for travel?
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03-07-2013, 07:54 PM #1
shavette for travel?
Hello all,
So I have been contemplating getting a shavette for when I travel. Are there any other straight shavers here who do this and can give input? What I am really wanting to know is if the convenience of a shavette (no stropping, not worrying about rust, etc.) is worth the difference in quality of shave (if there even is a difference).
Also, I have never used a shavette or double edge-ish blades (shaved only with gilette million blade cartridges until switching to straights). Can anyone recommend a shavette and blades that are forgiving to beginners? My technique with a straight is still not perfect.
Thanks.
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03-08-2013, 12:53 AM #2
Yes it's worth it and there is no forgiveness. A gentle touch is required. Skip the DE junk and opt for a Feather DX or RG. They are close to a straight in angle and feel. Be careful of their siren song, they will slowly replace your traditional straights if you are not paying attention. They are über-sharp, require zero upkeep, and can be boiled.
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03-08-2013, 01:05 AM #3
The Feather SS is less expensive and easier to shave with.
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03-08-2013, 01:45 AM #4
How is it easier if it requires a steeper angle? The RG is about the same cost as the SS without the rounded blade guard.
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03-08-2013, 03:39 AM #5
They are about to allow knives back on airplanes for those of you who travel frequently. Just FYI. When I travel I use one of my ebay buys that actually turned out to be a good razor. I do eventually want to try a shavette
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03-09-2013, 03:58 PM #6
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03-09-2013, 07:03 PM #7
If I was to go with Feather, what would be a good blade? I heard Feather blades are a bit sharp for sensitive skin. What blades are good for Dovo shavettes?