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    I've had very good results with the Gillete 7 o'clock Sharp-Edge (yellow pack). Also good luck with the Astra super platinum. But, more importantly, good face prep and a quality soap/good lather. Good luck!

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    One of the sharpest blades there are on the market are Feather and Kai so be sure to give them a go also!
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    Feather blades are about as sharp as they get; not sure that is the best thing to use for a 2-3 shave a week beard. I too have fallen under the spell of Astra blades which are consistent, smooth shaving and sort of in the middle regarding aggressiveness. Excellent place for you to start, I think, with any razor.

    A Muhle R41 razor is a fantastic and very aggressive shaver, like shaving with a straight, demanding some experience and a lot of focus to avoid trouble. Not sure a Muhle R41 will take you where you want to go. There are plenty of razors (new and used/vintage) that shave according to the level of aggression you want and they do not cost a chin and a cheek. My first DE was a Merkur open comb #41 1904-Classic, a mild/medium aggressive razor, it is a reproduction of the old Gillette. My beard is coarse, wants daily shaves (with a DE) and this razor + Astra blades is still one of my faves. Amazon.com: Merkur "1904" Classic Safety Razor - Open-#41- Made in Germany: Health & Personal Care.

    Merkur also sells a similar version (#42 - Amazon.com: Merkur "1904" Safety Razor 42C: Health & Personal Care) with a closed comb.

    Good luck tuning in your razor and blades. Lots of choices and almost as many flea markets to find $5 deals on old razors.
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    I ordered a sample pack of blades and some Old Taylor shaving cream. I have worked on my shave angle and my shaves are a lot better. Thanks for the input.

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    Quote Originally Posted by MisterMoo View Post
    Feather blades are about as sharp as they get; not sure that is the best thing to use for a 2-3 shave a week beard. I too have fallen under ...
    TBH I use 1 feather razor per shave because I've found that on the 2nd shave it's sharpness reduces drasticaly!
    Have a nice day!

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