David67 Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 I have had it with these cartridge savers one buys from the supermarket! How often have I come home with the wrong freakin' ones, and they are pricy. So I'm going back to the old Safety Razor of yester-year. Replacing blades as I go. Down the track I might even give the old straight razor a go.... Your thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogus Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 That's why I grew out my beard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Profmd Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 I have had it with these cartridge savers one buys from the supermarket! How often have I come home with the wrong freakin' ones, and they are pricy. So I'm going back to the old Safety Razor of yester-year. Replacing blades as I go. Down the track I might even give the old straight razor a go.... Your thoughts? Feel the same way! I like the 3 blade ones right now which are harder to find. Last week bought the 5 blade ones bye mistake....cost me $16 for nothing!! The beard idea may not be bad at all!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainQuintero Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 Disposables have come a long way, ive found you can get three blade ones that come in five-packs for around £4 a pack. Each one last about a month or two so pretty decent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paullie Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 Yeah I'm the same sick of trying out the glam packets of disposable razors, or getting stuck on a brand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ophidion Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 I use a merkur safety razor with feather blades and a dovo straight razor for my face cleaning. Although I only do a full shave every oct 1st for my winter beard. Which I shave off on jan 1st Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kuzi16 Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 So I'm going back to the old Safety Razor of yester-year. Replacing blades as I go. Down the track I might even give the old straight razor a go.... Your thoughts? my safety razor that i use on a daily basis was made in the mid 1930s. i think i spend about $70 a year on shaving now. that includes blades, shaving soap, and aftershaves. look up "mantic59" on youtube. that could help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZinZan Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 I've converted to DE shaving and havent looked back. Using a Edwin Jagger razor and best badger brush. Not necessarily cheaper but I'm enjoying it a lot more now and having better shave than i ever did with cartridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dbone Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 Straight razor shaver here, I too got tired of buying replacement cartridges. I've not learned to hone yet, but guess I should buy a stone and learn sometime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ophidion Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 Straight razor shaver here, I too got tired of buying replacement cartridges. I've not learned to hone yet, but guess I should buy a stone and learn sometime. If you like shaving with a straight edge wait till you learn how to hone and strop. It's just as enjoyable as taking the time for a good shave and it's one of my meditative activities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginseng Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 Still using Gillette Sensor Excel twin blade system. Been 15 years with that system I think and I'm pretty happy with it. Wilkey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJP Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 I'm all about the straight shave. Love the ceremony and the finish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optic101 Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 Anybody ever tried the Pit Blade Sharpener? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbrody Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 DE here with Lord blades. Back to my straights when I finally move into my house. Miss them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David67 Posted September 27, 2013 Author Share Posted September 27, 2013 Thanks for all the feedback. I will have my DE Razor soon. As I said, down the track I'd like to try a straight razor but how hard are they to get used to? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Habana Mike Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 Moved to an electric couple years back, best decision ever. Up front cost is more but saves in the long run. Granted I believe you get a closer shave with a razor, I find the electric to work just fine. Seriously, after a few hours the stubble starts to show either way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LordAnubis Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 Shave my head with mach three, shave my face with a cut throat. In the last 2 months ive not shaved the face as im growing my anti-malaria beard. Still shave the head though cos im a bald bastard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dozerhead Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 I use the cartridges on my head and face. I hate the cost of them, but I just can't get the hang of a safety razor. Granted, it gives a closer shave but I sure do a number on my face in the process. I've heard it's an acquired skill to use one correctly, but apparently I haven't acquired it yet! I do use a badger brush and shaving soap, though. After trying those, I will never go back to a regular shave cream or gel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jangoman88 Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 Ive always wanted to try the badger brush and soap, I dont think I could handle the straight edge or safety razor. I was on a cruise and they had a barber shop on board and they offered a shave and I thought it would be a straight edge...it was a normal razor like the one I brought with me, they just used the shaving soap...ha! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paullie Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 I picked up my entire shaving set - shaver "cut throat", 1kg shave soap, badger brush and a stack of blades online. I find boiled water and soap just holds better in the badger brush which makes a close and smooth shave when using the single blade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajgagnon Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 Beware of straight razors. Using them can and their paraphernalia be addictive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiegeA Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 Beware of straight razors. Using them can and their paraphernalia be addictive. +1 Went over to straights about three years ago (about 30 in rotation) and have half a dozen or so DEs I use when lazy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk00ts Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 www.dollarshaveclub.com Not affiliated with them whatsoever, I listen to the Adam Carolla Show and this is one of his sponsors Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philprop Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 That's why I grew out my beard X2. I've always had a beard but I usually keep it trimmed and clean looking, but I haven't touched it in 2 and a half months seeing how I broke my wrist earlier in the summer and it was hard to keep the beard in check. Now I'm just letting it go until I/the wife get sick of it, but not before my big hunting trip the first week of November! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMQQKIN Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 Shaving your entire face with a straight razor takes a little while to master. I lost a quite a bit of blood on the journey. Good luck and you are going to need a styptic pen if you go the straight razor route... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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