Best blades for safety razor shaving
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- Опубликовано: 12 май 2017
- Just my opinion on advice to someone who's new on wet shaving as far as what blades to get... by the way I referred to one of my razors has the Merkur futur however it is not it is a clone I forgot to throw that in there I don't want to try to pass it off on something that it is not. It works awesome and I love that razor but it is not the actual Futur it is a clone... having said that it's one of the best razors I have ever tried and I'll be reviewing it soon.
my advice: don't use a Feather when you've had 6 beers.
BloozeDaddy damn straight lol..
I hear ya.....
BloozeDaddy kinda like Groening’s little ‘Life in Hell’ comic ‘don’t drink and drill’...
And don't use it when undergoing chemo therapy; cuts won't heal.
Facts.
Good advice about keeping the sample blades. I’m new to DE shaving, about 4 weeks, and am currently working through a sample pack. I’ve written notes about each brand with the results of the first, second and third shaves, looking for my “Goldilocks” blade. Until I saw your video my plan was just to use up the remaining blades after finding the one I liked best, but now I totally see the merit of keeping the rest based on matching the characteristics to the job in hand, and my notes will help as a reminder later on. Thanks for the suggestion.
Dude, welcome to wet shaving, and that's exactly what i was shooting for... You are smart to do exactly that.... Right on man
Great video. Everyone blades of choice is to each their own. Sample packs are the way to go. I often pick up blades from trades & meetups to try & I constantly find another Blade I like.
Dude, i agree... and there are so many blade choices i have never tried them all, no waaaay
Thank goodness I clicked on this video. I was debating if I should get the sample packs or the whole package like the 100 blade astra ones. Thank you for sharing your advice
No problems at all I'm glad to help...Astras are great but everyone's different, sample packs can help a lot
Man great insight i never thought about that. II am very very new to wet shaving..Like i just had my second shave yesterday and i use very mild razor an superspeed blue tip ( because i have very sensitive skin but having different razors for different occasions makes total sense.
Sinistral ArcVI thank you I've always thought so it seems to work well with for me
Thanks for the advice. Personally, I can't use the Feather unless I go a few days without shaving otherwise it is just too aggressive. Still trying to find that ideal razor/blade combo for my face but at least blades are super cheap.
It takes a while to find that set of Goldilocks shave gesr...
My go to head shave blade is a Ted Pella SE in a vintage ever ready shove head BBS every time. Also a schick injector. On DE blades my rule of thumb is one face and one head shave and out. On SE blades I get 3-4 shaves, I use a lot of blades. just saying. Have a great week.
Very good presentation! I agree 100% with your findings.
Video starts at 5:05.
Great advice for a novice shaver like me. Thanks a bunch for this video.
Ohhh that's actually really smart that no one else has mentioned. Everyone boasts of how traditional shaving allows for a tailored shave but I don't think anyone else has framed it as dynamic and situational - that you can constantly switch blades depending on sensitivity and time pressure.
PurushaDesa that's how it works for me, different blades different razors for different situations I mean you can get away with probably one razor and one blade and get a decent shave every single time but if you want to do certain things in certain situations well that's where the real fun begins and you can buy all kinds of stuff LOL
Great job very informative good stuff for sure keep it up brother
Rod George thank you sir I'm trying to make them better as I go LOL
Great advice. One might try a blade, hate it, and be tempted to get rid of it. But, it might turn out to be the best blade for the next razor added to the collection. And different blade/razor combinations work for different people. At the moment, ВОСХОД blades are my daily blades, and are working well for me. I'm just getting back into DE shaving, and need to go back through some sampler pack blades I got long ago. At this point I can't remember how most of them performed, and I have a new razor to try them in.
Thanks for the advice.
Hi CD i have a Merkur Futurshaver, that have owned for about 4 years now. Which i use with the feather blades, and i always get best shave. I say for me the Future is the best because it can be adjusted, depending on how feel on the day.
Stephen Graham i haven't had much luck with the clone of that one, maybe because its a clone? I really like the gillette slim now
One week into wet shaving I started with the feather with a mild razor and it is by far my favorite. I’ve tried others but the feather with my particular razor works great for my face
Love these things!!!!
Fantastic video and really great advice! I use feathers for the after weekend shave but ive really grown on the sharks for an everyday blade. Keep up the great vids. You got my sub!!
Josh Smith thank you so much!!!
sharks.. really... as he was talking i was just thinking to a pack of sharks i have i think i like less than derby... wouldn't cut the cock off a snow man
I actually love the 37c on my head, not as much on the face. Love the Futur for both, I find it smooth and efficient once you have mastered your technique and mapped your face.
Roy Williamson it really is about technique isn't it? i used to think having more than one razor wasn't necessary but it kind of really is, once you, like you said, map your face and master technique
Great advice. I've been trying various combinations and finding that only certain blade work well in specific razors and that is dependent on the aggressiveness of the razor and growth. Too many combinations and facial growths to say specifically. Good video.
Tom Diletti i agree that's why I'm like hey get as many as you can
Armani Code I've not tried those yet
Armani Code I'll have to pick me up some
For Derby, try the newer ones. The writing on the tuck goes long ways on the new packs. They retooled for the newer "USTA" and "platinum" line and now their regular derby blades have changed. They are sharper and more comfortable to my face. Still not my favorite but alot better. The old ones were unusable.
Blue packs are 10 packs and 5 packs are still green. But the writing is perpendicular to the older style on the tucks. 👍🏻
Great video Chad
Also to add about keeping your blades, when you're new some blades seem bad. But as you get technique better you can revisit and find out they're alot better than you remember.
Thanks for the video. I’m a new shaver who started with a blade sampler and have had a good experience with most of them. I have yet to find a razor that paired well with the Feather blades. Just too rough for me, even with many days of growth. Your take on not having time, energy or interest in a full production shave is spot on. I rarely have an interest in spending 30 minutes or more shaving. I’m more of a realist than a hobbyist. My ideal shave is two passes and done. Even lathering for five minutes seems excessive to me. Maybe I’ll find a happy medium or is wet shaving really just for hobbyists?
The feather blades are tough, you either love them or you don't like them at all. I found that people who don't like the feather blades because they're too aggressive seem to like the Astra ones quite a bit. Astra has a couple different models of their blades that you can try. I found those blades tend to pair well with most razors. As far as the lathering is concerned if you're looking to cut down on a little bit of time I would suggest using a shaving cream versus a soap and buy cream I don't mean the garbage that comes in the can. I mean either the stuff that comes in a tube or even some artisans make a cream base shave soap. I think on some of the shaving supply sites you can filter it down to just creams and there is quite a bit to offer. I know that Taylor of old Bond Street has a really good formula for this because you can pretty much just dip the brush into the bowl throw a little water on it and you can face lather in about a minute and a half
@@CDShavinMurphy great advice! Thanks for taking the time to reply. I’ll definitely give Astra blades and a good quality cream a try.
I agree with you I use blade that good with the razor and write it down on my phone an keep the sample pack
Guy
Damn I'm just trying out the Dollar Tree safety razor with 5 pack blades. Bought it on a whim to check out. Usually use the 4bladed disposable walmart brand cartridges but im digging the safety razor.
Shaves decent and mine is a shit dollar tree one.. Thinkin about getting a decent razor and a pack of decent blades. The shave style is a bit different than those cartridge blades. Feels kinda neat although I knicked myself my 1st shave with it. It's a hell of a lot cheaper but I only shave my neck and cheek area as I have a beard so blades last me quite a while.
Brother, the best blades I have used based on smoothness, sharpness, and efficiency are gillette platinum blades. Wysamet, perma sharp, feather and Kai are good also
I agree, some good points 😎💈💈😎
Derby Blades are the best !!!! I love the Bruin puck in the background.....GO B's !!
Great advice.
Thank you
Struggle to get clean shave with Mühle R89 with blades I've tried but might try a Feather next time. The Merkel Futur on 3 with a Treet blade was excellent on 2 days growth....too aggressive with an Astra. I have a thick beard so maybe needing aggressive blade or razor (not both lol). Still learning and have a fair few more blades to try.....
Rainbow blades are nice too ... dont last long but smooth
Great advice! I still consider myself new to the DE style of shaving (8 months). When I picked up my first razor and sample pack I had thought I found the best blade for me ( LORD Super Chrome) and instantly bought a 100 pack. Earlier this week I tried an Astra green and fell in love! I guess you're right by saying there's probably more than one blade that fits your skin out there! I'm glad I didn't get rid of that sample pack! If I hadn't picked up that Astra, I probably would be missing out on great shaves simply because I jumped the gun too soon by settling for a blade that I thought was good enough. Also experimenting is kind of fun too.
Quick question, do you ever just continue to try new blades or are you always keeping to the blades you have in your rotation?
I do try new blades as that is the hobbyist in me. But i have a few go to's that i use...pol silver for example, but i have a few that i have been meaning to try just to see
I use 7 0 clock permasharp on feather de razor. I don't give a hoot. They are good for me.
I agree, different strokes for different folks. Try different DE blades or get a sample pack and find which one works best for your face.
Yeah sample packs are nice
I have a Gillette 85 adjustable and shave with a feather blade on the daily with my thick and course hair. Both head and face, but go to Astra if rushing, but man...Astra now feel dull sometime for me. Personna is definitely tugging if I go a second pass on my head.
Have you tried feathers?
Just subscribed. Great videos
Thanks!
Good advice.
Russell Barton thank you!
I have several different shaving soaps and creams, razors and brushes in my shave den. But when it comes to blades, there's only one brand I use: Feathers. Probably the sharpest and the best blades on the market
Yeah they are nice... i use them on my head
Good video 👍👍🖒 totally agree with u
Thank you sir
I’m really happy with Wilson’s classic safety razors.
+warnher safety razors? Or the razor blades? I have the razor blades I have yet to try them LOL but I am actually heard that from more than one person you're really good blades and they have a lot of respect
CD Shavin' Murphy yes sorry the blades.
CD Shavin' Murphy my bad they are Wilkinson blades lol
I highly recommend a alum block for nicks because I love mine
+warnher gotcha... I love all the different blades
Black Wilkinson Sword Classic is my daily shaver , it's not attractive but is very efficient with any double edge blade in my opinion
Hello guy
I found Kia blades and they work.
The reason is that they are thicker I don’t get the blade flex that most blades do and they to me are smoother than feather.
Weirdly, the King C Gillette blades, which they are currently selling for their King C Gillette modern DE razor has worked the best for me..comfortable dhave and not at all aggresive. Works through a week long stuble and also for daily shaving. Feather is good as well, but I did not find it comfortable.
I have heard from several sources….that the King C. Gillette blade ….is just a Gillette Platinum blade (Russian made) that has been rebranded with the KCG logo. I concur with that as I have used both branded blades…and they seemed the same to me. If you liked the King C. Gillette blade (or G. Platinum)…..try a Gillette Nacet blade (Russian made). The G. platinum was very good…but not quite as sharp and smooth as the Nacet.
I currently like wizamet.i always buy in bulk.if I don't like them I give out assortments for Christmas to my shave buddies.everybody at least act like they love them.think about it, if you gift somebody a hundred or so they think of the gifter for a long time.
the reason why we can not judge which blades is better than the others is due to the fact that we have different type of skin and different thickness of facial hair, also we are in a different habit of using the blade once or using as long as it is not dragging on our skin.
Yeah I tend to stick to only three uses for a blade except for the feathers, those things I get a ton of shaves out of and they're all good shaves with the exception of the first two
Your mileage may vary!
Voskhod is better the second & third shave.the first is like a Monday.you have to get thru it to get to friday!
I really liked the Japanese Feather blades but they are expensive and I experienced that several blades were unusable. In a ten pack I would get anywhere between 1 to 3 blades that were unusable. Every stroke with these bad blades felt more like my facial hair was being pulled out rather than cut. I'm fixing to order some new blades and try something different.
WARPHEAD not every blade is for every beard that's for sure :-) it's a good thing there's so many out there right? Sometimes it can be a little overwhelming trying to find the right blade in what seems like an endless supply of companies and models if you will. My suggestion to you would be if the feather is seemed to be a little harsh then you might try something like an Astra SP or maybe even a voskhod? These seem to be quite popular and people have really good luck with them. I used to use Astro SPS when I first started wet shaving. As my technique improved I found I needed something sharper and the feathers are my go-to.
Try Gillette Nacet or Wilkinson Sword Saloon Pack blades.
Even if you’re a DE shaver you should keep a nice cartridge razor with minimal blades on standby if you need a quick shave. The Gillette Sensor Excel is my favorite, only two blades and it’s a very nice comfortable shave that you can do in a pinch. Don’t use the 5 bladed razors Gillette is making these days though, and if you do, never shave ATG with it.
Nickel dime blades perform. Maybe just 2 or 3 shaves but against a 25Cent blade they still come out ahead to save money. ive learned that if they sell 500 or 1000 at a time its barbers they cater to. And a Barber will not purchase a bad blade.
That is very true however I've noticed that barbers will not purchase a bad blade per se but they will purchase an inefficient blade on the side of caution. They tend to choose mild to really mild blades, I found the few times I've gone for a legit shave and they use something like a shavette the blades tend to be really dull and never get it nice and smooth
Derby black it's the same price as the green Blades?. hugs wheelchair larry
What are the best blades on aliexpress that holds up to 2 sharp shaves. The derby blades holds 2 single shaves maximum . For a price of 0.05 each. The feathers cost € 0.50 each for max 4 shaves.
African Twin derbys don't do much for me, they are great for learning but i feel for a tough course beard they won't do... feathers i swear by
Personally, I found using tea tree conditioner rather than a shaving gel to be much better. Fewer cuts and fewer razor bumps. Today I used the shaving gel on head and face, big mistake. The skin feels more like it's been irritated with a slight burn sensation. I don't get that with the tea tree conditioner. It must be the tea tree ingredient that helps? I worry more using the safety razor compared to using say something like a BIC double blade disposable shaver. I must say BIC is so much cheaper. For me, a year's shave with BIC is about $20 (50 shavers). Yet to see saving anything using a safety razor. But I do like the old fashioned shavers but I find them not a money saver.
Which creams/soaps do you find best for head shaving? Preferably ones that don't dry out really fast after application.
I would suggest anything from PAA, A&E, The Club, Catie's Bubbles, Through The Fire Fine Craft, Murphy and McNeil, First Line Shave. Stirling is good but these are all a bit better.
@@CDShavinMurphy just placed my first order and grabbed a (Lancaster Leather) from Catie's bubbles. I saw your review on them and figured I would give it a shot. Thanks again!
well I have some 7 different types of blades , all bulk packs, and depending the razor and the mood I am in, I use different ones , for now the best blade for me is the Lord blade made in egypt, greetings robert
Ahhhhhh good choice my friend!!!!!
Your from Boston too!
Parents are, im from NH
Ok. You have the accent though
What about body shaving? (stomach, chest and armpits). What would you suggest to me? Thanks.
I would use a more mild blade to start with...i use feathers
So as the first time shaver with a safety blade, would you recommend the Astra to start with? I also ordered the sample pack that should arrive tomorrow with my razor and 10 other accessories that I clicked on. Feathers is in the sample pack and I was going to use that but after reading how sharp they are scared me off a bit.
Try a Nacet from Gillette or a Wilkinson Sword Saloon Pack.
The thing with feather blades is typically although not always but typically the first shaved with them is not always the greatest comfort wise because they kind of have this break in. It's not a bad shape by any means but you find that your subsequent shaves are much better. That said I get a serious amount of shaves out of one blade from them before I call it quits. I said Astra is a fantastic way to start with I can't say enough about that company
It's the lubrication of the shave soap or cream more than anything IMHO. Like with any tool, let the tool do the work. In this case, the blade and razor. Go slow. U can easily cut the fuck out of yourself by going fast. I've had good luck with all blades provided the lubrication/protection is good with the lather
So the moral of the story is that it is the razor and blade pair that makes the difference in the quality of your wet shave. Also the razor and blade pairing is situation dependent (everyday shave vs every other day vs a couple times a week)
Agreed, that's why i have different blades for different situations
Great video, some good tips here.
My experience is this: The best razor blade is the Rapira Platinum Lux. Period.
I've recently tried the Rapiras again, although I can't recall which type it was rather impressed
Keep a pack of Gillette Guard single blade razors on standby for when you are in a rush etc. Good for head shaving too. Buy them on eBay.
Hugh Neek I'm sorry this took me so long to reply I think I missed a bunch of comments somehow but I've actually never heard of those blades but it's always good to have different levels of blades in your shaved and as far as I'm concerned
Do you recommend the Italian Safety Razor, like Fatip ?
I am not sure on that one as i have never used it. I will say it seems to have a huge following and people have a lot to say good about it
Feather & Astra
Scalpelo 92 love feather blades
Private Leonard "Gomer Pyle" or am I wrong?
I would say you are correct!
Which finish is the most durable with the (Merkur Futur)? The (polished chrome) or the (matte chrome) ?
I only used the matte one so im not too sure. My guess would be that it depends on your definition of durable. It's been my experience that razors that are matte or stainless steel with that dull finish, seem to not show fine scratches as much as say a polished chrome one might. Beyond that in terms of metal corrosion of sorts, I don't believe i can speak to that as I have not used the Chome plated one you speak of
@@CDShavinMurphy Exactly my assumptions and thoughts... Your input is much appreciated... I just bought one in the matte chrome finish. Trying to convince myself of buying a second in a different finish and have been curious about durability between the two. Ive been thinking about buying one in polished chrome.....One for my head with feather blades, and one for my face with Astra blades.....Different finishes to identify which one to grab when needed. Thanks again!
Derby blade is causing a rash/ irritation, and I think it is contaminated with something, I tested it several times
Milad Ne what razor are you putting the blade into?
+CD Shavin' Murphy well, I use the single one (the barber shop type). I use it every week for neck hair and had no problems with it for years, except for Derby's, awfull rash that I cannot explain. maybe its the formula made for "depop".
I see you are not a devotee of VOSKHOD blades. I enjoy them and have them in my rotation…along with Feather, Nacet, and Astra SP. They are not the sharpest but give me a comfortable BBS shave with my 6S and 6C razors. They have a real cult following out here in shaverland. I ran across a guy on a shaving forum that has a 3000 blade stockpile of “Voshkies”. That’s what I call a loyal customer. Can you imagine how long it’s going to take….to go through 3000 blades? More time than I’ve got…..being 79 and shaving every two days.
Subbed.... I use blades the same way.
Thank you and you have a favorite blade choice?
CD Shavin' Murphy right now I rotate between Nacet/Crystal/Dorco Prime Platinum.
Derby Premiums (black) ...way better than Extras
are Muhl blades themselves good or smooth?
You know I've never actually used a muhl blade LOL
I have and they're not great. Certainly not worth what they charge for them
I love the old astra. I think the Russians play musical blades.you get used to a brand then they change them.
Why so many brushes?
Joe Landis so many brushes because i wanted to try different ones, badger, boar. Synthetic, i purchased a bunch and just kind of hung onto them. Some i like the handle, others perform better than some. Etc
Thanks for the reply. That makes sense.
Which one do you like the best?
Joe Landis synthetic the boss not or the full moon not
It's taken me 6 months, multiple razors & finally an R41 to decide Derby Extra's are utter garbage for me. I'll never use one of those again. PIF'd the lot of them.
Derby does nothing for me either
My advice would be this. If you’re new to DE shaving buying a sampler is ok, BUT you have no idea how to shave yet and your opinion on how a blade shaves doesn’t mean much. It’s going to take some time to learn technique, and then you’ll be able to figure out which blade best suits you. Buying a sample pack to begin with just gives you more variables to worry about and you probably won’t know which is better than the other.
Why That Razor on your head I’m asking because I’m a Beginner with A Safey razor
The razorock? It isn't something i use a lot of anymore. I like the yaqi heads, but that razor is awesome in that it has a lot of forgiveness...i feel it's a good teacher of slants. You can throw an aggressive blade in it and have an aggressive shave. Or tone it down a bit with a lesser aggressive blade but still get the slicing type of shave a slant bar gives
CD Shavin' Murphy I already have been using the Adjustable safety razor . I got my Gillette blades in today after watching your RUclips video I haven’t tried them yet Your opinion what is your Choice on a safety razor for shaving your head
@@Rogerwayne96 for me, i enjoy the muhle r41 it's a razor that gets the job done, especially with the right blade
Because I was a beginner and I could Adjust the aggressive level
CD Shavin' Murphy I can find that Yaqi razor
A bit of advice from a jerk? (me) Get to the point. Don't meander.
Thank you
Looking for which video to watch about shaving and i see a guy with no hair... click
Lol thank you for watching!
Think you need help pal, severe OCD problems !!!
Robbie McGill mission accomplished then:)
Mew-la, not mule
Potato, potahto
CD Shavin' Murphy exactly. Keep up the good work!
@@ricker76er will do sir!
You must really love shaving huh?
Reeaz Ali well this is a wet shaving Channel and yes I enjoy shaving now that it is not a painful chore. So yes I guess I would say that I like to shave
I think wet shavers make this more complicated then this has to be buy a razor and a box of blades and practice find one spot on your face and practice and until you get confident geez slow and steady yall
Just part of the hobby using all the different blades to some people but i do like having different blades for the different razors i have
I dont care for the derby either...
Yeah these things are extremely dull for me they don't do a damn thing
Clearly, you are a shaving addict. Just look at the number of brushes you have. I don't even own one. They cost too much.
dusty rhodes you get a boar brush or maybe a nice synthetic for around 10-20 bucks. (Omega for boars) and they perfome great... So... Not really expensive..
Get a RazoRock plissoft brush. Enough said. I hope your words make a good meal.