Wilkinson Sword Classic Safety Razor Shave and Review
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
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Geofatboy shaves with and reviews the Wilkinson Sword Classic Safety Razor loaded with a Wilkinson blade. Using George F Trumper Rose Shaving Cream, Coral Skin Food, and the NEW Shave Nation "Bumpy" Shaving Lather Bowl. Please subscribe, click the bell, click all, and leave a nice comment.
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I’m a senior who stumbled across your videos while having a rough recovery from double knee replacements. You really succeeded in making me smile. It’s truly inspiring to see someone who successfully reinvented their life and really enjoys what their doing. Shaving has become a relaxing therapy for me. My dad taught me how to do it when I was in high school and I still use the Gillette adjustable that he bought me along with his old Super Speed. You found a new fan and customer. Stay safe and God bless through all this craziness.
How am I just seeing this now?! Sorry for the late reply. Thanks for the props and most important how are the knees? Hope you're back to running, or at least walking those 5K's !
Those are great razors to introduce someone to DE shaving. I bought one and it was a bit too mild for me. I used it a couple of times and I actually tried to see if I could cut myself, but wasn't successful. I gave it to my 31 year old son that had never used a safety razor and got him hooked.
Thanks for paying it forward Michael, and-Your son thinks of you and smiles every time he picks it up to shave!
@@geofatboy Hey Geo, are you shipping stuff? I think its ban.
I've never seen you reviewing Merkur 15C. I wish you could do a review of that in future. Hope so everyone is fine at home.
Regards.
This razor has been around for years and has a place in many many a shavers history. With good reason. It’s cheap and it works. Even though it’s plastic it’s not as lightweight as some, with the metal rod in the handle. Durable too. I’ve had mine for years. Another excellent video Geo, thank you
Thanks Billiam, Who says you can't have good, cheap, and durable at the same time!?
It’s the German equivalent of the Feather Popular which is also plastic, inexpensive and mild.
I started DE shaving with the Wilkinson Classic.
I still use it in my rotation, how could I not..?? It's a Classic!!
Sweet!
Great review! I bought one of those cheap Wilkinson Sword razers about 13 years ago, I am still using it today..😊 It gives a close clean shave without shredding my face, it is an ideal beginners razer..
Great to hear!
The best low cost reazor on the market I ever try... Smoth, safety, quickly... Nice reazor for bigginers also...
This was actually my first razor (ever!), I bought it locally for £5. It brought me to your videos and now you’re using it! One cut in over a month worth’s of shaves thanks to this razor and your content. Thanks geo
Thanks Jay, I'm glad you're enjoying it!
Went and bought this razor today and oh man! Had a best shave of my life, and I don't even have thick hair; always used 3 blade catridge razor and mustache area was the worst since I felt like it was pulling my hair rather than shaving it. And trying this razor, it went butter smooth, not a slightest hint of irritation or pulling. Im never switching to catridge again. Thanks man ! :)
I got the new stainless steel razor from Wilkinson & after using it for over a year I have now reverted back to using this plastic version. Nothing seems to beat it for me.
That is my absolute favourite for last 7 years I've been shaving with it , last month it broke and i ran out to buy a new one i would not change it for life, btw i love your vids :)
How did it break, did the plastic thread snap?
@@wojtekimbier Yes but I'm pretty sure that it was my fault, I wasn't particularly gentle with it .
Thanks for the kind words Djordje! I think we have the same name!
Seven years is a good run for a plastic product.
@@ozmobozo shure is😊 I was going to upgrade to a nice heavy one but, since covid chaos started we can't really order anything from abroad in my country, all packages seem to disappear 😔
Hi from the UK, been watching your vids and decided to get a DE razor. Recently I've got the metal version of the Wilkinson sword classic. Still learning.....but what a better shave than a cartridge Razor, thanks Geofatboy.
I’m a woman and recently purchased one of these for 30 Swedish Sek! (Less than $3.) Smooooth shave for my legs, and I’m quite happy I’ll be saving money from now on. Quite easy to use! Lightweight. It’s plastic and metal but it’s damn good for the price I paid. Female razors are sooo expensive! This one came with 10 replacements. Just can’t beat it. 😊 Thanks for helping me learn how to use it properly! Sending ❤ from Sweden 🎉
Got mine in 1996 and am still using it.
The Wilky razor? Sure got your money's worth out of it!
This is the best and cheapest introduction machine to safety razors hands down. A lot better than the actual metallic Wilkinson butterfly old-school razor. I think it is not intended to last very much due to the plastic materials but anyway best way to know how classic shaving is without spending much money.
Hello from Greece!! :-)
I have already see a lot of your great presentations. Thanks for all the informations and knowledge that you share with us.
About this video you deserve a BRAVO because i see that you say good words for a very low price razor,thing which proves that you love that what you do and don't think as merchant.
Thanks!
I learned to DE shave with one of those, but don’t underestimate it... I managed to nick myself regularly when I started. Great value for an entry level product.
This is my #1 shaver
Hi Geo, greetings from Italy! As always, an excellent shave.
Greetings from the US Giuliano! Hope you are safe and healthy.
@@geofatboy Thanks geo. In these difficult times, your videos make my quarantine easier.
Greetings geo from lafayette indiana
Thanks Mr fatboy. This was an honest review of a cracking razor. I have a beard now, but when I used to shave I used one of these razors with an Omega boar bristle brush and a Palmolive shaving stick. All cheap and cheerful, but a big step up in performance and satisfaction from a mach 3 and can of shaving gel. Stay safe everyone.
Muchas Gracias muchas gracias! Sounds like you found the winning combo!
I got one on sale for next to nothing(< $3). It's a bit more than what you expect from a cheap-o plastic razor. Does the job very well for the price, nice for traveling because it's not a big deal if you lose it. Also, this is a great razor for beginners because it is very mild and easy to use.
Exactly the things I mentioned in the video.
@@geofatboy I know, I'm glad we share the same opinion.
My very first safety razor! It used to be available in almost all supermarkets and high street retailers here in the UK when I first got it
Sometimes I wish I lived in the UK cause they have cool names like High Street and Newcastle Upon Tyne!
@@geofatboy But we don't have places called Down Town or Albuquerque 😂
Greetings Gents! I love budget razors like this one, and the Lord razor is another, that give really good shaves. Be well, keep calm, and shave on 💈
Thanks Spence-Keep calm and shave on, great motto for these times.
Omg I was about to shave and I have the same razor in my hand and I saw this as recommended. What a coincidence lol
Woh! Great minds think alike!
I love that you got your bike in there at the end, we share that passion too
I was actually excited to throw that in there!
This was my first razor... Still have one of this!
Is it still in your rotation?
@@geofatboy yes it is but not so often, honestly when I first used I didn't know how to shave and I hate it (my face was covered in blood :)) ) , but thanks to your videos I enjoy every moment when I`m shaving
How long does it sustain?
@@abrarfaisalhaque9944 Hope it helps - it is durable for being plastic. Drops shouldn't break it. Plastic thread might seem like thing to break but it also seems durable. I used it for 4 years as an only razor and never had any problems with it. Then i went full beard :D For the price it's real good deal. I treat my things nicely so it still works - don't go full gorilla while tightening the head and you will be fine. Sometimes I use it to touch up my eyebrows. It's really mild (not good for long whiskers)and I never managed to cut myself with it.
Bumpy bowl.... ha! Love it!
Thank Bryan!
It was my first DE razor. I now use it during travels as the Merkur Futur is likely three times as heavy.
After returning home this month it became my everyday razor again, replacing Futur. Lovely piece
First is best!
Used one of these razors for years, initially just as a cheap “wonder how this would work” and never felt the need to “upgrade”.
As long as it gets the job done for you!
Without cut So professional bravo geofatboy ✌💪💪💪
Thanks Ahmed-Practice makes perfect.
I have several razors, but keep going back to this one. It's incredible. Unbelievably good.
I've been thinking of buying a safety razor but didn't want to invest in something I couldn't use, or would cut me to pieces. I was thinking about buying this but I thought it might be crap, happy to see a review
Smells like roses!
You know it Johnny!
Geofatboy you are the man my brother
Im so glad i came across this channel, shaving is now a hobby not a chore and as always ..... No nicks no cuts just a baby smooth glass like finish.
Get Your Shave On Jamal! Enjoy!
Hello Geo! Greetings from Greece!
Yiasou! All the best from the USA
I just picked up one of these at my local Burlington store and got it for five dollars..I like it for what it is..
I also just placed my first order with shave nation today and am looking forward to receiving it..
Thanks Raul-Greatly appreciated.
I just got one today from the same store for 5 bucks lol
I only started safety razor shaving a few months ago and Wilkinson sword is one I didn’t really like too much, a bit too mild. I have tried quite a few different blades and the astra green would be the best I’ve used so far
Try the Feathers as well! bit.ly/FeatherDEblades
With nothing to do but honing and shaving at home :D
Good times! Could be worse! What if your beard stopped growing?
@@geofatboy not growing? that's impossible
My second safety razor - still keeps a place in my heart!
Ahhh Memories...
I use Wilkinson safety razor with different blades and its works very well.
This is a very good razor to start DE wetshaving with. It was my first safety razor and i'd recomend it to everyone for getting into wetshaving .
Thanks Finga!
ooo I do like the look of the bowel . on my shopping list I bought stuff from you some time back and was sent to the UK good service. ill be back Mr Geo
Thanks Anthony-Don't be a stranger!
Bowel😂
Shaving is important act for real man. Real ladies respect shaved guy..
This was my first safety razor when I went over to this type a couple of years ago. I love it.
Nice!
I bought one of those last week and I haven't tried it yet. I found it online and decided to try it as it was so cheap. I paid €4.30 for mine. You could also review their Premium safety razor, it's a butterfly stile and looks really good too. As a matter of fact, you could make a video about their whole Premium Classic products. They also offer brushes, shaving soaps and after shaves. Thanks, keep up the good work.
Thanks for the recommendation, I'll look into obtaining some more of these Wilky products.
I have always enjoyed Wilkinson Sword Classic blades in all of my razors. They perform much better than Gillette Wilkinson Sword from India.
Just goes to show, blades provide different results for different people. I thought it was a bit mild. Gonna tune it up next time!
Great shave! That bowl looks awesome!
Thanks Randall!
Yeah, Geo demonstrates that shaving is really an art form.
Nice review Geo. I'll definitely keep this in mind if I'm ever in the market for a travel razor.
Thanks Frank!
Run over that bowl with a van like on Napoleon Dynamite, 😂 oh that’s funny
Stay tuned-you might see that in the near future!
Brills' . Best Wishes from On The Road in Missouri . Keep On Shavin'... Your Truckin' Buddy, Kelby Kilber
You pushin' that Big Rig Willy? Be safe!
@@geofatboy That's ah' BIG TEN FOUR 👍 Best Wishes Geo. Keep On Shavin'...
Hi Geo- Great shave and razor review; thank you! The razor and bowl both did a nice job; great lather! Please take good care; be well and be safe! Best regards, as always!
Thanks Mike, stay safe and healthy!
Spinning effect on 3:56 had me 🤔 🧐 🤨
I hope you didn't get too dizzy😂
Definetly going to pick up a handful of Geo Trumpers products...classic high quality.
Thank you for sharing. 🇨🇦😎
Thanks Paul!
Thats quite a price difference. As usually getting stuff from europe, like we have with products from the usa. I bought one in Germany at the DM store for €2,99 and that included a pack of blades! But I tried it and it’s not really my thing, not very comfortable for me.
I’ve been using this razor for more than ten years with German blades from Walmart. Recently I decided to upgrade and went for the emblematic Merkur 34c which came with one Merkur blade which I used. Couldn’t wait for my beard to grow and give it a try. Well, being used to the Wilkinson and the blades I mentioned, I was totally disappointed by the poor performance of the Merkur. Now, my beard is exceptionally tough and I read that the Merkur blades a not that good, might be the blade, but still from everything that I’ve heard for the Merkur, I really expected big difference. Instead I was totally disappointed! I switched the Merkur blade to the Wilkinson and the Wilkinson did a better job with the closeness, but still far from the Walmart blades. Usually with two shaves I am done and now I had to go over and over again. I purchased a whole set of different blades and am planning to try them with the Merkur and the Wilkinson to see the difference. Maybe the Merkur aggressiveness is not suitable for the toughness of my beard, I don’t know, but the blades are garbage definitely !
Have you tried a Feather blade? shavenation.com/search?q=feather+DE+blades
@@geofatboy just ordered a bunch of. Can’t wait to try them!
Just an update: Put on an Astra blade and boy, what a difference! Had to be very careful with the heaviness of the Merkur combined with the sharpness of the Astra. I do the first pass with the Merkur and then switch the blade back to the Wilkinson for the second pass because it’s a bit more milder.
positive reviews convinced me to give it a try. It was a nightmare. It was ok on my cheeks, but on the neck I cut myself way to many times.
Any razor cuts my neck unless I'm really careful
Krytox is a form of Teflon (but another brand name). So, basically, it is also a Teflon coated blade.
Thanks for that info Milan!
Good starter razor. I still use mine for travel.
I really love the spirit.❤
Thanks Hatime-It's cause I love what I'm doing
This was my first de razor, still use one today as my travel razor👌
Excellent!
Oh Geo my Geo! Ha ha I had a red shave today, it was good slickness I must say! Not the enjoyable red like what you had going on. Be blessed brother🙏💈
Oops-I hope you don't mean blood...
I rotated razor and blade in the same shave... Should do one at a time, but yep! Now three days later and three shaves later that same spot has been buffed off smooth as glass. I had a small ingrown on my chin, never really happens there but I guess it did this time. It is like the white hair teething process😆😆😆
Lovely job. I’m a big fan of Trumper cream. Also, it would be great if you did a review of the latest Wilkinson butterfly razor.
Thanks! I'll look into that one as well.
Hey Geofatboy, I have been watching your vids for years. They are so well done, good job man! You were actually the first channel I ever subscribed to. I was wondering if maybe you could please do a rundown of the differences between all the Gillette DE blades? There are so many variations on Shave Nation and I’m confused with the differences. Thanks so much!
Get Feather blades. I know, I know, so many people whine about how sharp Feather blades are; you're shaving, the blade should be sharp.
I have the cheap Pawn Stars DE which was my first razor of this type. It is a mild daily shaver with Feather blades. But takes three passes (with, across, and against the grain) even with a Feather blade. I feel like I almost need to push on my face, so I use this to shave my scalp where both the skin and stubble are softer. The Feather blades last up to eight or more shaves because they start out sharp, and hold a good edge longer than others I've tried.
My mother-in-law gave me a Pomco Co Slant from my father-in-law's (RIP) razors. This is an aggressive shave. With a Feather blade and a lite touch, this is a one pass per multiple day shaver. I get around six shaves with this setup per blade, but my whiskers are really course, and hard on the blade. But I generally only shave once or twice a week.
To put the Feather usage in perspective, I bought a sleeve of 100 (20 x 5 packs) cousin in on two years ago, I have five packs left. Get the right blade and shaved less often. Your face will thank you for it. Other blades I've tried are two to three shaves each, and the last one is usually starting to get painful.
Also, I don't remove the blade as some RUclipsrs do, but I do loosen the tension by half way unscrewing the handle and head. This also allows a better rinse and everything too dry quickly.
Hi Geo, thanks for your video WILKINSON Is very valid razor for what It costa. See you next time and stay safe you and your family. 👋👋👋🇮🇹🇺🇸
Thanks Ursus! Be well.
That was my first shaver. Got it from my dad when i was 12 ( started shaving with 11, i had to )
You started shaving at 11? Wow!
Great review, thanks Geo
Thanks Mark!
I also started with this safety razor. My one is from the mid 90s and has an other design, more solid.
But a metallic safety razor is always better than a plastic one.
MORE BIKE VIDEOS PLEASE GEO!!!🙏🙏🙏👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Ha Ha! Love it Ice!
Can you make your lather bowls bigger? So lather DOESN'T spill over the sides. I have a huge soup mug from dollar tree that works great, but I'd like to try your bowls with ridges and bumps.
Nah-Don't think they need to be bigger, When the lather builds up the sides it's time to Get Your Shave On!
Great shave I don’t mind this razor
If someone would make this exact razer in titanium or another durable metal I would buy it immediately.
Yeah me too
great blades super smooth
I m using it since 1993...
Great!
👍
Great video and review. I tried Wilkinson Sword blades early on when I returned to shaving with a DE razor and didn't care for them. Perhaps I just got a bad pack.
You either love them or hate them. Most people don't like them, but I can get a very smooth shave with them
Thanks David, go back and give them a second chance. Sometimes it gets way better the second time around.
@@geofatboy what I'm thinking lately is they're excellent blades, but some of the worst beginner blades out there. The fact that so many people started their wet shaving journey with them gave the brand a bad rep. Good thing I only found them out later.
@@darkgladiator27 Absolutely correct. They are great blades, but you have to have decent technique to use them or you get rash or nicks.
Since I figured out how to hone my straight razors on a flat glass etc I use this one only as a back up when they are dull. It's a great razor, much better than another budget and mainstream one - Astra. I dont have much of hair but still with not enough hair-soak and a common laundry soap, sometimes cold water, Spartan, military style... Astra razors lasted maybe third of the time of Wilkinsons or less. I felt like a new Astra is on a level of week or two old Wilkinson and it sucked after a shave or two. Wilkinson has obviously a better technology
Nice watch🤩
This razor is perfekt for me.
Awesome!
It was my first safety razor and I still keep it with me. Then started my passion for DE razors and I collect, soaps, creams, brushes, blades, after shaves and so on. Isn't just an hobby, it is true passion for shaving stuffs.
Nice bike on there. ＼(°o°)／
Great video as always.
Thanks AGV! I guess you cold say that this razor opened up Pandora's Box for you!
Hi geofatboy. I have wilkinson sword classic and i know it's budget razor but.. in my case under cover is small area which ends plastic sharp edge. When i shaved mustache and beard area i little bit cut myself. Beside this the skin is shaved pretty well. To others... be careful when you want to get this razor.
I don't think mild razors like this one or the Feather Popular are necessarily good introductions, though I get the thinking. They actually turned me off wet shaving for years because I have thick facial hairs and it either left too much stubble or I had weepers all over trying to go against the grain. It was only when I tried an aggressive razor with a Kai blade on top of it that I actually enjoyed double edge razors.
Do not use too much force when closing it inserting the blade. I broke one. The plastik screw is not very strong...
Tried to find information oon that exact razor online, but when I clicked on photos of it, supposedly from the Wilkinson Sword website, it took me to a "premium" razor they offer which is a TTO. I guess this model is not made anymore.
You didn't want to click on the link under the video like I mentioned? bit.ly/WilkinsonSwordClassicRazorSN
@@geofatboy was wanting to find info on the composition. Not interested in ever trying it.
“Darth Vader’s razor” ;)
Hi, Geo!
What better safety razor to use every day?
Nice shave. Congrats from Brazil! 👏
My father is using this razor for like.. 10 years maybe..
Your father is alright in my book!
How do you compare this one to the King C. Gilette? Both budget DE
Geo ! Hi ! I am kind of new to wet shaving and I have used a couple of razors . I have used the new King C. Gillette , the Gillette Tech , the Qshave Futur clone adjustable razor , and the Wilkinson Sword butterfly (tto) Chrome version . The only razor that suits me is the one in this video and kind of the Futur in low settings . Based on your experience is there a similar razor but not made from plastic ? I have seen most of your videos, and learned a lot from them ! Really appreciate your help ! Keep it up ! 💈👍
The Merkur Progress is a great time-tested adjustable razor which is very popular: shavenation.com/search?q=merkur+progress The head is much more compact than the Futur.
@@geofatboy Thanks for your answer Geo ! Merkur Progress kind of resembles Parker Variant doesn't it , especially in the head ? I will have a try with it when I have a chance ! 💈👍
This wilkinson black razor is my first de safety razor, i bought him few days ago and started to shave on this old school shaving...im 32 years old but allways used plastic catridge razors with 2-3 blades, and i hope this will be much better way to shave...hehe now looking for brush, i dont know to choose natural or synthetic one ?
Here you go: shavenation.com/collections/brushes
Hi Geo again thank you for a great video. Since the topic of Wilkinson’s was brought up, how about doing a shave with a Wilkinson’s vintage shaving brush? Would be nice to get your input. Thanks
Damn he really 😂loves to shave
How do I take care of this razor? Do I just rinse it and let it dry? Do I open it every time and flush it? I just used mine for the first time and I want to treat it right. Support appreciated.
Geofatboy. I going start cuting my own hair. I already got good equipment for this but I am thinking of purchasing two of these for the back of my neck. But I think want better blades , which pack of blades do you recommend?
Wow, Geo the one time I used this combo I cut myself to pieces so not a Wilkinson fan mate. Take care in these difficult times too!!
Hi John, have you tried another blade? Any better?
@@geofatboy Yes mate I have Gillette Blue Silver Rapira LUX Persoanna but it just doesn't like me never mind I still have my trusty Model T LOL!! Take care mate.
@@johngoard8272 have you tried the more caustic shaving soaps and given them plenty of softening up time?
How does the Wilkinson Sword Classic shave with Astra Superior Platinum blades?
I wanted a Bumpy Bowl but they aren't available anymore; bummer.
Coming Soon!
@@geofatboy
Yay! 🙂
Great video aus usual !! ... which razor 🪒 is your favourite geo fatboy ? 😃😉
way to go Geo. If I shave every day, is there really a need for an aggressive razor? Say more aggressive than a 60's super speed which I find quite mild.
Not really, if you shave every day, you can def get by with this Wilky Classic or a vintage Super Speed.
how can this be so expensive? In Europe it is much cheaper and cost some stupid cheap like maybe 3 euro
I.paid 5 dollars for mine