Thread: Are all blades created equal?

My first post on a new shaving forum. I have yet to get involved in straights but know a bit about DE.....

That being said:

Get a sample pack. Your face is unique and you should learned what your face likes and doesn't like.

This is also true for razors. I see a lot of people suggesting the 34c. I much prefer the 38c. Again, it must be stressed that your face is unique, you may like the progress or something that's an antique.

Blades do have reputations however. Derbys I feel have an ordinary reputation while personna reds are known as more forgiving. Astras are know as a great blade for the price and feathers will cut you to the bone if you don't respect their sharpness.

I don't use one blade, I bought a sampler pack and although I typically use feathers I sometimes throw in an astra, red, merkur, or even a dovo shavette blade.

When you're going through the sample pack which you will inevitably purchase (it's a must) give your skin a day of rest between shaves (or more). When you're starting out you may irritate your skin a bit and you won't be able to fully appreciate each blade for what it's able to do.

Enjoy!