Page 2 of 2 FirstFirst 12
Results 11 to 17 of 17
Like Tree6Likes

Thread: Recommendations for first double edged razor purchase

  1. #11
    Member
    Join Date
    May 2011
    Location
    Missouri
    Posts
    31
    Thanked: 12

    Default

    I picked up two used Gillette Super Speeds in Etsy.com for ~$20. Well worth it. With Astra or Gillette Super Thin blades, you can't go wrong. Shave wtg, use a light touch & you'll be fine.

  2. #12
    Member
    Join Date
    Jun 2007
    Posts
    83
    Thanked: 4

    Default

    Merker HD .. once you get the feel then you can play with adjustable head rqazors

  3. #13
    The Assyrian Obie's Avatar
    Join Date
    Mar 2009
    Location
    Milwaukee, WI
    Posts
    11,145
    Thanked: 2755

    Default

    EdwardRolland,
    To make it easier for yourself, get an Edwin Jagger DE89 and start shaving. This is a mid-range shaver with impeccable workmanship. I have several models of the Edwin Jagger razors and love them all — and I shave about 95 percent with the straight razor. The idea is to get you started. So start with this fine razor. As time goes on, you can explore other DE razors, modern or vintage.
    Hanzo and HARRYWALLY like this.

  4. #14
    Member
    Join Date
    Jun 2007
    Posts
    83
    Thanked: 4

    Default

    I recommend going with a fixed razor to start, not an adjustable. Keep the variables down. The Merkur 34 HD is mild razor, and the weight is nice when you are starting out.
    Then start experimenting with blades. I like the Derby Extra for a smooth blade that is the right sharpness for me.

  5. #15
    Old Old Spice fan
    Join Date
    Jun 2010
    Location
    Texas
    Posts
    34
    Thanked: 4

    Default

    If you're going to use a DE, use a mild, cheap one at first like a Gillette Tech or Schick Krona (that way, you won't carve yourself up trying to learn). The SE razor in your picture is a "1912" model single edge razor. Use the teflon coated blades, they'll be fine, but the angle on them is different as you'll see here in this tutorial about the Micromatic which is a similar but more aggressive SE than your 1912:
    Micromatic Tips - YouTube
    use the angle and technique he shows with your 1912. SE shaving is cool because you can hear each whisker cutting

  • #16
    Indisposed
    Join Date
    Oct 2008
    Posts
    6,038
    Thanked: 1195

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by cpool View Post
    Is that kid even old enough to shave? hehe....

  • #17
    Old Old Spice fan
    Join Date
    Jun 2010
    Location
    Texas
    Posts
    34
    Thanked: 4

    Default

    No, he's not me I'm about 30 years older than Mr. Guy that made that video. I never thought about it before, but he is a young-un, isn't he? Great SE video, though

    Quote Originally Posted by Ryan82 View Post
    Is that kid even old enough to shave? hehe....

  • Page 2 of 2 FirstFirst 12

    Posting Permissions

    • You may not post new threads
    • You may not post replies
    • You may not post attachments
    • You may not edit your posts
    •