Straight Razor vs Double Edge

**Bayamontate** · 01-02-2011, 02:26 AM

Originally Posted by thebigspendur

You can get a great shave with a DE. With the right razor and blade combination and the right shave technique it can come very close to a straight shave but it will never match it. I use a straight mainly but also use a DE on a regular basis and after a straight shave 24hrs later I have barely enough stubble to shave again. With a DE, 24 hours later and I need a shave.

This about sums it up for me as well.

**Hillie** · 01-02-2011, 02:28 AM

I agree that a straight shave beats the DE. I started with a straight and bought a DE later, but have to admit that no matter how much I like the straight, the DE is just quicker.

No doubt my spastic technique is to blame there.

**GeauxLSU** · 01-02-2011, 02:44 AM

While I can shave faster with a DE, I also find that I'm at risk for more cuts and nicks than with a straight.

I prefer to shave after a shower, so I strop while the water is getting hot, shower, then make lather and shave.

No matter how careful I am with a DE, it never matches the shave from a straight.

But, I can't blame you for wanting to try a DE. A nice Gillette can be had on eBay for a reasonable price.

**salazch** · 01-02-2011, 03:22 AM

Originally Posted by daviswalber

I couldn't find a thread similar to this. Here's an interesting one.

I love straight razor shaving, but don't always enjoy the blade prep. I've never DE shaved, but I am willing to try. Don't really mind paying for blades because they're so cheap compared to today's cartridge shaving.

Had considered getting a Feather Straight Razor w/ replaceable blades or an Edwin Jagger DE razor.

I've averaged blade prices online and both blades are close to the same price if I stick with Feather blades for both. I've been leaning toward a DE razor for convenience. I don't mind taking my time for a shave though. I would appreciate some feedback. Thanks for you time!

The Edwin Jagger de89 is a great entry level razor, only about $30-$33 and has a beautiful chrome finish. Great entry level razor. Personally I wouldn't get the feather straight razor because of not only the price (for that much money I can get a really nice straight), but also because the blades are so extremely sharp that the slightest mistake will be unforgiving. I'd get the EJ de89, for the price you can't go wrong.

**salazch** · 01-02-2011, 03:28 AM

Here is a good demo on the EJ de89.

YouTube - Do YOU Want The BEST & CLOSEST Shave Ever? Try Shaving With a SAFETY RAZOR! Edwin Jagger Chrome DE89

**PA23-250** · 01-02-2011, 03:46 AM

Personally, I find I have much more control over angles w/ a straight--you can also maneuver a straight a bit more easily through weird areas (assuming the blade is not super big--8/8+). With practice, it's also easier to take the cutting right up to, but not over the limit if you're susceptible to ingrowns.

**salazch** · 01-02-2011, 03:49 AM

Originally Posted by PA23-250

Personally, I find I have much more control over angles w/ a straight--you can also maneuver a straight a bit more easily through weird areas (assuming the blade is not super big--8/8+). With practice, it's also easier to take the cutting right up to, but not over the limit if you're susceptible to ingrowns.

I love my DE razors, but I do fine too that its easier for me to get ingrown hairs or irritation when going XTG with a DE than with a straight. The straight just works better for me in that area. I just have been too lazy and broke after Christmas to get my razors re honed.

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