Thread: New Shaver - Which Shavette is Best ?

Wjats is he best kind of shavette and blades im a beginner I bought this one http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B0047ZRL3S
Can u tell me if this any good and what blades to use please any help appreciated thanks for looking

Originally Posted by sparrow

Wjats is he best kind of shavette and blades im a beginner I bought this one T.D.J Stainless Steel Modern Straight Cutthroat Razor With 5 Free Wilkinson Sword Double Edge Blades:Amazon:Health & Beauty
Can u tell me if this any good and what blades to use please any help appreciated thanks for looking

This shavette looks like it takes double edge blades snapped in 1/2

Unfortunately blades are a real personal thing what suits me may not suit you. The only way to know is try.

There are alot of good brands out there

Feather blades have a rep of being the sharpest blades, comfortable but unforgiving

Merkur blades another very good rep and the ones I have used have been good

Don't want to sound like I am trying to pass the buck, but if you can find a sampler pack from an online store that may be a good bet. You get a HEAP of blades that will last a long time and after you know what type of blade suit you.

I used a parker for almost 7 years. Used feather, personnas and Wilkinson sword. The wilkinsons were the brand I settled on with feather being second. There are so many blades to choose from and the shave quality and comfort is so different. So I would say try a sampler as was mentioned. Blade choice is extremely YMMV so the only way to find out is try em. Blade angle is critical with all blades be it straight or shavette. I found keeping it low almost flat worked for me. Good luck.

The razor you linked is referenced as unavailable.

I'd recommend the Feather SS folder with Pro Guard blades. Even with all the straights I have, if shaving quality was the selection criterion I would be happy with that alone.

Originally Posted by ace

The razor you linked is referenced as unavailable.

I'd recommend the Feather SS folder with Pro Guard blades. Even with all the straights I have, if shaving quality was the selection criterion I would be happy with that alone.

Sparrow, I agree with my friend ace. The Feather SS folding razor with ProGuard blades is ideal for shavette starters. It is solidly built with enough weight and good balance. Indeed, it does give a fabulous shave.

+1 to Ace and Obie - it's a great system - both for beginners and "old hands"

Originally Posted by Obie

Sparrow, I agree with my friend ace. The Feather SS folding razor with ProGuard blades is ideal for shavette starters. It is solidly built with enough weight and good balance. Indeed, it does give a fabulous shave.

Howuch is frather ss and im from the uk and ive all ready bougjt the one in the link

Originally Posted by bill3152

I used a parker for almost 7 years. Used feather, personnas and Wilkinson sword. The wilkinsons were the brand I settled on with feather being second. There are so many blades to choose from and the shave quality and comfort is so different. So I would say try a sampler as was mentioned. Blade choice is extremely YMMV so the only way to find out is try em. Blade angle is critical with all blades be it straight or shavette. I found keeping it low almost flat worked for me. Good luck.

+1 on the Parker. Although some people have referred them as "Cheap Razors from India" I haven't had mine quit on me and the quality is very good and is very cost-effective. Sturdy razor, well built and takes half a DE, so you can make your money stretch if that's help.

As for blades, as previously stated, YMMV. I recommend trying many different razors; I'm preferable to Sharks myself, as they're cheap and provide a great shave.

Good luck and welcome to the world of wet shaving,

Nate

Originally Posted by Natz

+1 on the Parker. Although some people have referred them as "Cheap Razors from India" I haven't had mine quit on me and the quality is very good and is very cost-effective. Sturdy razor, well built and takes half a DE, so you can make your money stretch if that's help.

As for blades, as previously stated, YMMV. I recommend trying many different razors; I'm preferable to Sharks myself, as they're cheap and provide a great shave.

Good luck and welcome to the world of wet shaving,

Nate

Thank you mate I appreciate every ones comments and advice can you tell me what parker u reccomend please

Originally Posted by sparrow

Thank you mate I appreciate every ones comments and advice can you tell me what parker u reccomend please

What Parker do people recommend can some post me a link please thank u