Quote Originally Posted by thumper15 View Post

. My advice would be to start with an adjustable so that you can start with it set low and as you get used to the feel then you can turn it up a notch and compare the two. My father's advice was just that and if you feel like it's not cutting right you can either increase the angle your shaving or turn it up, with the latter probably the best choice to avoid nicks. Until I found this site I didn't know there was non adjustable DE razors I have no intention to try one cause the DE ajustable one I have does the job just fine. .
Hiya,

Your reasoning for using an adjustable is something I agree with. Yeah, a new DE user can start out on 2-3 for a few weeks and then bump it up a bit after the technique's been improved. Makes for a less uncomfortable transition than if using an aggressive type or high adjustable setting.

You know, based on the settings you use, I'd bet I can suggest a fixed head razor you'd enjoy. That would be a late 40s-early 50s Aristocrat. To me it feels like a 5-6 on the Gillette scale, which is about what my comfort limit would be. I normally set my adjustables to #4, so it's not much of a stretch.

These are gold razors with some nice features. Balance is better than average, the knurling on the handle has some bite to it, and the Aristocrat feels very good in the hand. These types are also among the nicest looking razors, at least to my eye.

You might like to give that one a try sometime. One in fair condition wouldn't be more than about $30 or so, and you can sell the thing easily if it doesn't fit you right. They can get a little pricy for the ones in excellent condition with a nice case, but both priced ones will shave the same.

Thanks for your post,

Martin