Thread: Newbie and interested in DE shaving

Originally Posted by Obie

My dear Newbie,

I suggest starting with an Edwin Jagger 89L DE. This is a well made razor, beautiful, not too mild, not aggressive, and reasonable priced below $40.

For blades, I suggest Gillette 7 O'Clock Sharp Edge (yellow package), which are sharp, but also silky smooth.

That is a great combination. Good luck.

Regards,

Obie

Obie here has the right idea. This is the only DE I have that I use anymore, and you really can't go wrong. I personally prefer the Shark blades, but thats just me.

Drew

I got a red tip at the antique store for $15, it cleaned up nice. I then bought a sample pack of blades for $10. I ended up really liking the astras the best and the feathers 2nd. I got started for less then $50 (with everything) and I am now getting great shaves.