Quote Originally Posted by BobH View Post
Yes, I think most people settle on a blade that is sharp enough and also smooth enough. Nobody I know likes an extremely sharp edge that is harsh for the purpose of shaving, masochists aside.

You would really have to qualify what you mean by "good". Is it a certain level of built quality you are after and/or a certain level of aggressiveness? Things like that can be taken into account if you have some previous experience using a safety razor and developed some preferences.

If you have no experience with using a safety razor I would suggest an adjustable model. I say that because you can start off using a mild setting and as your skill level in shaving improves you can dial up the aggressiveness if you wish. That would save buying a number of different DEs till you find one with the level of aggressiveness you like that will give you a long lasting, close and comfortable shave.

As for blades, many places offer sample packs containing a variety of different blades. I think that is a good idea to get one of those and see which brand gives you the closest and most comfortable shave in the particular DE you are using. My favourite blade/blades my not match your choice/choices.

Unfortunately with shaving gear it is mostly a YMMV thing because we are all different. You pretty well have to try a few different soaps/creams, brushes, blades and razors to find a combination the suits you well.

Bob
Ok I'm looking for a safety razor that is made out of stainless steel and not chromed carbon steel, especially not crap copper-nickel-chrome chromed, and even hard chromes is not diffusion proof so it will rust, therefor I'd like a stainless steel one, preferably adjustable.

Worst case I'd choose anodized aluminum.

Any recommendations there?