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Ever-Ready SE razor (with safety bar) review:
This one was exceptionally gentle. Too gentle if you ask me. I mentioned earlier that the Star 1912 razor was gentle, so I tried that one for...

Ever-Ready Lather Catcher review :)

Wow, that was something different. If you ask what kind of "safety razor" is closest to a straight razor, I'd say this is. In aggressiveness I think it is...

Next up is this Ever-Ready lather catcher :)
BTW what is the metal "flap" on the back for? (you can see it in the photo)
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OK Micromatic open comb review (pic is earlier in this thread, post #28)

This one had a different feel compared to the Star 1912 razor. I agree with Rod, it is definitely more aggressive. For the...

Oh yes. I quite liked the Star, since one thing I was looking for is a good alternative to my straight razor, when I have less time. The Star felt milder than a DE, but oddly like a SR in some ways...

OK thanks for the warning. I usually start cautiously with a new razor :)

My second SE also arrived today. I really like the look of this Micromatic :) It came with two antique blades. The one shown is dull but the other might be salvageable

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OK I'll use this thread as my SE razor reviews :D Just had my first SE shave, and I must say, I see what people mean when they say it is a bit closer to straight razor shaving compared to the DE....

Good to know, as I am getting one of those too :) I prefer straights when I want to take my time. But if want it quickly done, or I'm stressed for whatever reason, I have generally been using my DE....

(looking up "Rolls Razor") Well, that's something different, that's for sure. :)

Arrgh! They sent me the wrong razor! Suddenly I have more old Gillettes than I ever wanted. Hopefully they can fix it and send the correct one soon. The other one (1912 Star) should come early next...

Thanks Gary!
Another question; were the "wedge blades" meant to be sharpened regularly?

"lather catchers"?

OK good to know Gary! The 1912 sure looked nice in the photos at least :) The blades I purchased are stainless, but I will probably try carbon later just to make up my own mind about it. Will let you...

I have never tried it, but for various reasons I think I might be among the few that could make carbon blades work, simply because of my habits. When I use my DE razor, I always take the blade out...

BTW, I have a pack of stainless blades coming, but can anyone recommend a brand of carbon blades? I just want to make my own comparison :) EDIT: oh I guess maybe this was the deal with the Treet...

Thanks folks!
Dang, I should have looked for the Micromatic then. I bought two cheap ones; an Ever-Ready and a Star 1912 (waiting for them to arrive in the mail)

OK thanks Bob!

As the title says. For instance, some people like Treet blades, while others warn against them. I haven't bought a razor yet so any tips would be highly appreciated. :)