I’m only 19 and i’ve been using cartridge razors… Today is the day I finally made the step and ordered myself one of these safety razors (the exact same one from the video) I can’t lie, I never would’ve thought some guy making videos in the bathroom about shaving would be so interesting and entertaining. Keep up the good work I love these videos you seem like a very wholesome guy!
@@SinatraLennon Hi, I got to test it out today as Amazoned got it to me quick. I noticed the difference instantly never going back to those nasty cartridges. From what I've heard feather blades are the best? I think I'll buy some of those to test out later, althought I still need a good brush and soap since I'm still using foam right now. Do you recommend anything good I'd say I have sensetive skin too If that factors in anything? Thank you for the reply!
Me, a 19 y.o girl trying to understand how the heck this razor works and how I open it, going on youtube to a dad's channel to find out...🙄 Bought this because I wanted to get rid of plastic razor and a lot of people on youtube were saying that they work so well, and I am not regretting this purchase! Sooo much better than our "lady" razors, better for the planet and sooo much cheaper !!! Thanks for this video🥰
Same here. (Except 19 y.o guy). Switched to a double edge razor a few months ago and it's an absolute godsend. Glad I'm not a weirdo for also watching this videos😂
My wife's the same way. Her only comment to me is why do these guys seem to be a lot less messy than me. I don't think I am all that messy, really. Wet shaving is just kind of messy. I also don't comment on the mess she leaves in the sink.
My wife says "What's the big deal grab acan of barbasol anda razor and shave". When I told her I actually enjoy shaving she looked at me like I was crazy.and
Watching your shaving videos has made me excited about shaving. Never used a double-edged razor before, but your videos have shown me how, and I am 66. Keep doing what you do sir.
I've never enjoyed shaving and recently had the somewhat obvious revelation that if I'm not enjoying something I should change how I do it so figured I'd dump cartridges and pick up a safety razor (also the amount of waste from cartridges has always bugged me). Stumbled on this video while looking for reviews of the Wilkinson Sword and decided to pick one up. I used it today and the difference is amazing, not just the results but the process too. I've ever touched my own face this much, it's so smooth. I don't know if I would have pulled the trigger if it wasn't for your review so thank you.
I think the reason I like watching these videos so much is because I never had a dad growing up(he left when I was really young) and never had someone to teach me how to shave and to that I thank you
I’ve used Wilkinson Sword blades before. They’re not as smooth as my blade of choice (Gillette Silver Blue) but they do last longer. I’ve considered making the transition to them given that Gillette has pissed me off recently. 😎
I have several DE razors (none of them expensive), & having tried 7 or 8 different blades in all of them, I must say, the combination of the Wilkinson Sword and Permasharp blade gives the smoothest & best results.
I finally got this Wilkinson Sword Classic Safety Razor. German Amazon is pretty expensive (€18,99), so I didn't want to get it there. I was in Luxembourg and they had this one cheaper than German Amazon (€15,99), so I got it there. Later I was in Trier and Müller had it for €9,99, bad luck. I only got Nivea sensitive sking after shave balm there. You made me want to shave with brush, soap and safety razor. Because I got the brush (Wilkinson Sword badger) and the stick soap by Palmolive on friday, I wanted to use it right away, but I didn't have the safety razor yet, so I used my Wilkinson Sword Hydro 5, which works fine with gel, but it was very pleasing with the shaving soap. Actually, the soap-foam I squeezed from the new brush was kind of brownish, so I guess you have to clean the brush really good before the first use. (What's that called in English? Lathering?) I normally shave only once or twice a week, but I couldn't wait to use the soap, brush and safety razor, so I shaved this morning without showering before the shave. I normally shave before the shower, maybe I'm gonna change this. And I have to say, to me the Wilkinson Sword classic safety razor felt very, very mild. But I need practice in shaving with a safety razor, the result was maybe a bit okay, not good. I used the Wilkinson Sword plastic safety razor ages ago, when I was young. And I think the chrome part in the barrel is only chrome plated plastic or plastic made to look like chrome plated.
Got one of these in my cupboard somewhere, bought it in Germany last year where it is made, whilst on holiday there, paid around 10Euros, must get round to trying it out now that u have reminded me of having one. Keep up the good work as usual.
I bought this razor while we were camping. I paid 16$ Canadian. Being in the woods I used a regular bar of soap as shaving cream and it worked just great! Perfect razor for the price. Especially considering decent cartridge razors go for about the same price.
Just picked up the same razor and soap and yes there is a Wilkinson Sword brush too that I picked up. With the world held up at the moment I thought time to try something new! 👍👍👍
I like this razor for a quick shave, not too much blade exposure, nice grip, good balance, easy to change blades. For the BBS I need three passes, for those occations I use my Bluebeard Cut Throat. I think this Wilkinson Butterfly is a good razor for beginners - fast shavers and some of us Old Timers who have aged a bit and need a mild shave.
The company is called Wilkinson Sword because they used to make swords for the British military. I remember seeing TV commercials for Wilkinson Sword double-edge blades here in the US back in the 1960’s and 70’s.
I bought this setup (razor+blades and their soap) as a first safety razor about a month ago and I gotta say, it gives a nice shave. Before that I gave up on cartridge razors (ok refults and some ingrown hair) and for a long time used just my beard trimmer to keep my neck and cheeks more-or-less tidy and was smooth shaven only after a visit in barber shop. I really like the weight and handle length of that razor. I only with the grip would be more agressive because with the current design it sometimes twists slightly in my hands and I have to grip it harder than I'd like to. Overall it feels sturdy and I'm very happy with the results and I'm glad I entered the world of safety razors. I'm glad I found You to get more comfortable with the idea of using safety razors and learn a thing or two about the process. Almost every shave comes out better than the last one, and I really enjoy the learning process! I'm also buying a shavette soon to check out that way of shaving. They do require waaaay more skill and are more dargerous (referencing Your shavette video featuring the 'nasty' cut) but I'd like to get better idea where the blade is when I'm contouring my beard - to get the clean and professional look as You get when walking out of a barber shop ;) P.S. Alumn blocks/sticks are incredible!
I'm 64 now but when I started shaving around 16 or so my dad always use the Wilkinson Sword the single blade cartridge, so of course that's what I started out shaving with
I have all of these products as they are super available in the uk, think the brush, blades, soap and razor all retail for about £20 which is a fantastic price from someone just getting into wet shaving. Really wish more companies made the effort to provide the alternative on the highstreet.
I got my all metal Wilkinson Sword safety razor today along with 100 Wilkinson Sword blades. I also loved the weight and feel of the razor. It gave me a fantastic shave.
I'm 34 , and I've been using Wilkinson sword since I started shaving at around 18. not only because every UK barber uses Wilkinson sword, but my dad also used it. all I'm saying is, you can't F with Wilkinson sword 🇬🇧 I got the Wilkinson sword cut throat as well, don't hesitate to buy that. 👌🏾 the cut throat and quattro vintage edition is something you would buy to put on display rather than using it. 😗👌🏾 I got the collection set with cut throat and quattro vintage for a bargain this black friday.
I just got the new Wilkinson sword buttefly open classic razor, it's a nice razor got a good waight to it a nice long handle glad I got it it's a very nice razor, thank you Sinatra Lennon for reviewing it 😀👍
I bought one from my local supermarket in the UK. I'm not experiencinced with these sorts of razors, so it gave me a few nicks and burnt a bit afterwards. I used a hot towel second time and it was much better.
Schick is the North American branch of Wilkinson Sword, but confusingly Schick is used in North America for the Cartridge Razors and Wilkinson Sword is used for their Safety Razors, Double Edged blades, and Shaving Soaps
This razor is at my go-to supermarket and I always mean to pick it up, but have been putting it off. Now that I've seen this video, I'm definitely gonna get it. Haven't shaved with a safety razor before, but have always wanted to. Seems like the best way to get introduced to it.
Hi Sinatra, Dave here in England again. Wilkinson sword were also the original makers of the Fairbairn Sykes fighting knife as used by the British Commando's and S.O.E'S during the second World War. A bit of useless information for you Sir! 😃😂😂. I hope you are well and staying safe. I'm still loving your video's. Take care, Dave.
Wilkinson sword did make swords for the British military as well. The name "Wilkinson" was adapted during that time. They had a different name before. That's why it's not "Wilkinson Gun"
Love the Wilkinson Sword TTO. I used mine this morning with a Treet Dura Sharp blade. I also have the Wilkinson Sword "Classic" DE razor, which is all plastic with metal rod in the handle. The new TTO model blows it out of the water!
Ohhh I have just bought that wilkinson sword kit, that comes with that metal razor, some blades, a brush and a soap. As i'm new to wet shaving, this kit is really nice - and cheap, I recommend it to newbies like me.
Oh and I have a question, I have only tried wilkinson sword blades, and I think they do a nice job on my skin, but can you recommend me any brand of blades that are similar to wilkinson's? Thanks and good video as always! Have a nice week!
@@Maruskap I know you didn't ask me, but I have some advice for you. Look on Amazon for a blade sampler. You can try several different brands, which will help you find the best blade or blades for you. If you run across a blade you don't like, just move onto the next one. You won't risk buying a large quantity of blades that don't work for you that way. I hope this helps!
@@SinatraLennonhi Lennon,there is a big difference between Bic and Astra blades?in my country I found in a very good price Bic chrome platinum but everybody says Astra are better, what is your opinion?
That was my second razor when i started DE shaving. Some say it's the same as van der Hagen/weishi razor, I also used the Wilkinson sword brush which is a cheap boar for about £4. Mine was getting tatty recently so upgraded to a Omega boar. The blades cut my neck up badly before but I need to try the soap! Great video as always! 😀
This is my razor, it happened to be the only one in the supermarket when I decided to switch to a safety razor. I like it, and as you say, at the price point you can't go wrong. Like the scent of the soap too, although at the moment I'm trying out some Truefitt and Hill creams. And as a Brit, I can say that your British accent is actually pretty good!
Ghost town barber shaving soap, chiseled face cryogen aftershave (if you can handle menthol), Wilkinson sword blades, omega s brush= amazing shave (my first ever setup). Today is my 21st birthday. It’s my 10th saftey razor shave. Wet shaving is the way to go. It’s to the point where it’s weird to me when people shave with standard disposable razors. My sensitive skin could not handle those. Double edge is the way to go! Shave on. What’s a nice non mentholated aftershave?
I made the change to a double edge safety razor last summer and been the best thing ive ever did. As my cartridge razor always left me with razor rash. I use this exact razor and I love it
Today you decided to do a shaved English (Blades, soap and safety razor Wilkinson sword) is a very good safety reason for butterfly opening and the price is decent, personally I would choose the Parker 99r also is butterfly opening and gives you a shave more aggressive well that is my opinion, the important thing is the variety of products and information greetings.
I bought the all kit, razor, soap, brush and blades four months ago for 20,00&. It was a great deal and I like the razor, metal, pretty heavy, long handle... That's perfect for me but I don't like to much the blades. It works really, really better with a Feather, Personna blue or Nacet for example. Give it a try and you'll see the difference. Great vid as always. Cheers
Actually, Wilkinson sword was also manufacturing swords - and there is even a video on youtube regarding the sword usage in WW1 by the British army and why they renounced to giving the infantry officers any swords. In that video, the sword shown was made by Wilkinson.
I started DE shaving with this Wilkinson sword shaving set! I agree with you that the razor is good quality but quite mild and the blades are good if a little rough for my liking. I have sinced moved on however and no longer using the wilkinson sword soap which in my opinion was terrible once I knew of better soaps and the brush which fell apart after 6 months. I still have the razor, if your considering buying the set then just get the razor and forget the rest.
Sounds like good advice and I agree with you. It’s not bad for a starter but then guys will most likely move on to better stuff once they’re bit by the bug.
Let me help refresh your memory. You liked the plastic Wilkinson Classic. Certainly more than I did, because I threw mine into the trash. When an environmentalist throws something into the trash, something is definitely wrong. However, there are two positive things I can say about the WC razor: 1. The two-piece design makes it easier to load for people who never handled DE blades before. 2. The left and right side of the razor lock into place and don't allow any blade ends to stick out. Many people who are new to DE razors hate it when the blunt sides of the blade stick out as well, which is the case in 9 out of 10 DE razors. Also, the sides of the WC are rounded, which makes it virtually impossible to poke yourself somewhere. Now, as far as the products you showed are concerned: The Wilkinson Butterfly razor is seasonally available in two major drugstore chains in Germany. Not year round, but once in a while you can see them in the shaving aisle. It is also part of one of the Christmas gift sets they sell in the holiday season. Both gift sets include a dark brown bowl of shaving soap (you can buy Wilkinson shave soap year round, but in a blue bowl), badger brush with a dark brown imitation wood handle (the regular Wilkinson shaving brush is a boar with a blue plastic handle and painted on "badger" stripe) and a razor. Depending on which one you buy, you either get the Wilkinson Butterfly DE razor or a Quattro with dark-brown imitation wood handle. Now, as far as the shaving soap is concerned: I wouldn't recommend to use it with a natural hair brush and never, ever with a badger. The reason for this is that it contains a silicone oil that creates a film around each hair and, in the case of natural hair, penetrates it. Some people have been able to save their badger with repeated soaking and washing with hair shampoo (beware: hair shampoo can contain silicone oils, too!), but many had to cope with the fact that their brush was ruined. The silicone issue isn't limited to cheap shaving soaps/creams like Wilkinson, Nivea and Florena. The Body Shop's "Maca Root" shaving cream is loaded with dimethicone as well, as are virtually all of their creams.
Now you’ve got me freaked out over the silicon! Good thing I prefer my synthetics, huh? Thanks for another great bunch of insight and info, and for refreshing my memory on my own opinion. I really should watch back at a video or two of my own.
I personally like Wilkinson sword, they're my main products. For stuff like foam and cream, I use Nivea men products. I use that same soap, but I use the hydro 3 (it's a cartridge razor) and I use the Wilkinson sword brush, for lathering up.
Just started shaving this way and really enjoying it, i bought a edwin jagger and it gives a very close shave with no burn, i have a derby blade fitted and don't feel any resistance at all, its quite a strange feeling as it just feels like i am wiping off the soap, i like the look of this w.s razor as the handle on mine is very short. Great video, you have a gift of keeping things interesting whilst explaining things very well.
I feel like a late to the whole safety razor thing, been suffering from razor burn since I started shaving like 20 something years ago. I've been watching a bunch of these videos trying to find a good starting razor, and I might go with this one. Thanks for your opinions of the razor!
Hi SL. Real nice shave. Have had the WS de razor for about a month now and couldn`t be happier with it. Its an excellent razor in my opinion and as you said it was around $15. You can`t go wrong. Thanks for the video.👍
Another great shave SinatraLennon. Wilkinson Sword soap and brush were the things that got me in yo DE shaving this April, when my dad was over and I "partook" of them. A father has the god-given right to review bouncy castles! And thank goodness you didn't forget the "do-do do-do" after the sun came :)
I got a Ben Sherman branded safety razor for less than five dollars and I loved it, used van der Hagen blade in it.. had a lot of fun shaving with it..thanks for the videos and the inspiration..
That's the newer "Black" tubs, the older Blue tubs were much better, giving a richer lather that doesn't dissipate as fast as the Black Tubs. I'd use PAA's Cube preshave with it though, just to give it that extra slickness (and holy crap do the cubes do that) and glide. Great shave BTW. Also, grind in menthol! Seriously. That citrus barbershop scent works great with menthol.
hi! sorry to say something heavy right off the bat but my dad passed away before he could teach me how to shave and thanks to your video i’ve managed to shave for the first time today. thank you so much sir 🤍
I’m so sorry for the loss of your father, Nathan. I hope that my videos can help one or two people out there that might need it. Your comment is why I keep making these videos. Truly.
Thanks for the video. I just got the exact same model and I am new to wet shaving and I find it to be pretty good for me. No cuts or nicks. I like the blades that came with it but I can't wait to try some other blades.
Thank you for this video, I've been wanting to try wet shaving for a while but i don't want to spend too much in case I might not like it, so this seems like a worthwhile purchase
I will be using the margaritas in the arctic this week. It’s supposed to be in the 90’s here in Ohio. It’s going to be hot and muggy this week. A great time to use the margaritas in the arctic. It will definitely cool me off.
I just got back into double edge razor, my first was a Parker back in the day. As a woman I use shave my legs, etc. I bought this same Wilkinson razor at my local Walmart. It included 5 Wilkinson blades. I soon discovered the swirl on the handle makes my hand slide down when wet, and causes the twist mechanism to slide in the unlock position, allowing the butterfly to open. This causes the blade to come loose, and cuts are inevitable. I see in your video you choke up on the head on the razor. Get your hands and the razor wet, and you will find slipping down the handle an issue. I stopped using it. I bought an Assured DE from the Dollar Tree. It is a short handle, and works better for me. I am using Dorco blades. One blade lasts me over a month. I am looking at a better option, looking at the Shiewei, or other long handle, Twist to Open optionn. Am not really interested in the 3 piece razors. Nice video, btw.
I’m glad that you got a good safety razor from Dollar Tree. Mine broke during my first shave with it! You might want to try a Merkur 34r. It’s a mild razor and is well built.
@@SinatraLennon my cheapie razor broke today, good thing I bought a few at the time! Lol I heard good things about Merkur, I just don't want 3 pc design. I prefer Twist to Open. I'm going to check reviews Merkur, and Shiewie.
Terrible British accent? That was awesome, mate . I'm 18 and have been using a straight razor for 2 years I use a Wilkinson sword brush and the same soap you used in this video, I also use the same blades in my straight razor. Your videos are so easy watch, I tend to put them on in background when I'm shaving actually 😂
This was my very first safety razor that I've been using for the last month and a half. I really do enjoy it for being a mild, beginner razor and the blades themselves last me a solid 5 / 6 shaves that I swap out every other week. Already got a Parker 91R from Razor Emporium on the way with a beginner sample pack of blades, so I look forward trying those out with both of my razors. EDIT: Hah, just got to the part where you mentioned how similar the design is to a Parker 99 razor. Only reason I got the 91R is that I wanted to experience the difference between my first razor and something else as well as telling the difference between a butterfly razor vs a 3-piece razor in terms of performance. Also, kudos from Texas.
Watch for your sideburns. I one time cut off my sideburns. When i shaved. You have to be careful. I cut my hair short. Some times i use a zero on sides and back. And 2mm on top and 3 mm. Or 4mm. I change it up. Anyway have fun and a good day just wanted to talk
Got this with the same soap and the brush they do as it was like £20 in all on Amazon. First time shaving with a DE razor and I did nick myself on my neck half a dozen times but it gave me more of a clue on how my neck WANTS to be shaved lol.
Wilkinson started of as Nock, Jover & Co. They made Volley Guns, Bayonets and sword. then it became Wilkinson & Son when Mr Nock died and then eventfully became The Wilkinson Sword Company and they manufactured the Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife for British commandos in WW2. They still make swords for the British army to this day :)
Thanks for being detailed in things that matter. Watching you shave made me buy a Wilkinson's safety razor, I will be watching your videos for products thanks again
@@SinatraLennon I ordered it and I will try it on Friday will let you know how it worked out. But thanks I enjoy your videos keep up the work. Oh by the way I'm waiting for my space soaps.
Lucky you!....Here in Toronto Canada where I live the very same razor along with the five blades it comes with cost me around $31 Cnd plus tax from Shoppers Drug Mart!...Go Figure!..
I finally got round to shaving with one of these, bought it from my local Boots outlet here in UK for £15 (pounds) and using the Wilkinson blades with it, didn’t use their shaving soap because I have like a ton of shaving creams and cans of foam, and have to say, glad I’m onto it now, really enjoyed the experience. Must say though, I did use the squirty Nivea Men Sensitive Shaving Gel and it dried out my face a tad too much and I did get or two nicks above my lip, the moustache area, but that’s always been an awkward spot for me, so I’ll have to get some of their shaving soap, but for now, I’m glad I’m hooked on safety razors.
Haha this guy is such a dad. It was great though, buying the wilkinson sword razor while listening to some guy in the background rambling on. Thanks for the review.
How you doing SinatraLennon sir? I've used the same razor recently with a Dorco blade and it was very nice close shave, thank you for doing another great video 😀👍
Hey SL, if you are familiar with them, Loves truck stops have a section with shaving products and various manly things. I’m a truck driver and frequent them quite often. They sell straight razors, brushes, some fancy looking cartridge razors, a mentholated after shave balm and a bunch of other stuff. It not in the C-Store section but on the trucking supply side. If your ever in need of stuff for the channel you should check it out. There’s a few locations off I-10 near Austin.
Will you do a shaving video with the Wilkinson sword classic double edge safety razor and Wilkinson sword classic blade and wilkinson sword classic soap and Wilkinson sword classic brush please.
So I was knowing that Wilkinson is a good company. And the thing is I bought that before with a skin moisturiser after shave from Wilkinson. Three things. I’m really happy. Before I was using cartridge but it’s so bad compared to this. I made three cuts now and I learned how properly should I shave. At first I was having many scars but now it’s awesome. I really love and suggest you to try it too as for beginner safety razor. My first safety razor. I know there are probably better ones but they probably cost much more. And this one is affordable and pretty good. Getting baby shave now.
I’m only 19 and i’ve been using cartridge razors… Today is the day I finally made the step and ordered myself one of these safety razors (the exact same one from the video) I can’t lie, I never would’ve thought some guy making videos in the bathroom about shaving would be so interesting and entertaining. Keep up the good work I love these videos you seem like a very wholesome guy!
Thanks for such a nice comment! Please let me know how you like shaving with your safety razor once you get it.
@@SinatraLennon Hi, I got to test it out today as Amazoned got it to me quick. I noticed the difference instantly never going back to those nasty cartridges. From what I've heard feather blades are the best? I think I'll buy some of those to test out later, althought I still need a good brush and soap since I'm still using foam right now. Do you recommend anything good I'd say I have sensetive skin too If that factors in anything? Thank you for the reply!
@Tahir how so
@@TNTahirTo who? A 6 year old?😂
No it ain't 😆
Me, a 19 y.o girl trying to understand how the heck this razor works and how I open it, going on youtube to a dad's channel to find out...🙄
Bought this because I wanted to get rid of plastic razor and a lot of people on youtube were saying that they work so well, and I am not regretting this purchase! Sooo much better than our "lady" razors, better for the planet and sooo much cheaper !!!
Thanks for this video🥰
Glad you figured it out! They are a bit confusing when you don’t know what’s what. Good luck!
Same here. (Except 19 y.o guy). Switched to a double edge razor a few months ago and it's an absolute godsend. Glad I'm not a weirdo for also watching this videos😂
@the Game, Review and Reallife Channel women shave their legs as well fam.....
Exactly
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Love your videos..the girlfriend gives me grief all the time “Why are you watching a video of some guy shaving?”lol..she’ll never understand
Ha! That’s hilarious.
My wife's the same way. Her only comment to me is why do these guys seem to be a lot less messy than me.
I don't think I am all that messy, really. Wet shaving is just kind of messy. I also don't comment on the mess she leaves in the sink.
My wife says "What's the big deal grab acan of barbasol anda razor and shave". When I told her I actually enjoy shaving she looked at me like I was crazy.and
They never will 😅
Dont even get me started ahaha my mrs is exactly the same ahaha
This guy is so entertaining. I jus watched a 20 min video of a dad shaving and smiled throughout 😂
Ha! RUclips is kinda weird sometimes, huh?
lmao facts
Watching your shaving videos has made me excited about shaving. Never used a double-edged razor before, but your videos have shown me how, and I am 66. Keep doing what you do sir.
I've never enjoyed shaving and recently had the somewhat obvious revelation that if I'm not enjoying something I should change how I do it so figured I'd dump cartridges and pick up a safety razor (also the amount of waste from cartridges has always bugged me). Stumbled on this video while looking for reviews of the Wilkinson Sword and decided to pick one up. I used it today and the difference is amazing, not just the results but the process too.
I've ever touched my own face this much, it's so smooth. I don't know if I would have pulled the trigger if it wasn't for your review so thank you.
That’s so cool! Thanks for sharing your story.
The Wilkinson sword set (razor, soap and brush) is really cheap and effective. Definitely a must buy for someone who has a tight budget.
I think the reason I like watching these videos so much is because I never had a dad growing up(he left when I was really young) and never had someone to teach me how to shave and to that I thank you
You know, it’s because of great and heartfelt comments like yours that makes me keep going. Thanks for sharing this with me. I really appreciate it.
I’ve used Wilkinson Sword blades before. They’re not as smooth as my blade of choice (Gillette Silver Blue) but they do last longer. I’ve considered making the transition to them given that Gillette has pissed me off recently. 😎
So gillete's blades are the best?
Wilkinson sword is made by gillette
Still waiting for the Mach 3 safety razor
@@Prosecute-fauciI think schick owns them now
3:24 Bob Ross of shaving again haha
I have several DE razors (none of them expensive), & having tried 7 or 8 different blades in all of them, I must say, the combination of the Wilkinson Sword and Permasharp blade gives the smoothest & best results.
No, you are not a simpleton... This is why we tune in: one take impromptu videos.
Love it!
Thanks Red!
Man, you made my life easier.
Just getting into the safety razor shaving.
Thank you, you fine gentleman!
Wilkinson Sword is well-known in here in Canada, as well as in the UK.
Can't believe the price difference though. Was priced at 27 CAD in Shoppers
@@qasimzaffar5881 i just got one for $20 cad at walmart
I just got mine 2 weeks ago at Walmart for $20. It came with 5 blades too!
15$ on amazon!
@@ShivREdits what province?
I finally got this Wilkinson Sword Classic Safety Razor.
German Amazon is pretty expensive (€18,99), so I didn't want to get it there. I was in Luxembourg and they had this one cheaper than German Amazon (€15,99), so I got it there. Later I was in Trier and Müller had it for €9,99, bad luck. I only got Nivea sensitive sking after shave balm there.
You made me want to shave with brush, soap and safety razor.
Because I got the brush (Wilkinson Sword badger) and the stick soap by Palmolive on friday, I wanted to use it right away, but I didn't have the safety razor yet, so I used my Wilkinson Sword Hydro 5, which works fine with gel, but it was very pleasing with the shaving soap. Actually, the soap-foam I squeezed from the new brush was kind of brownish, so I guess you have to clean the brush really good before the first use. (What's that called in English? Lathering?)
I normally shave only once or twice a week, but I couldn't wait to use the soap, brush and safety razor, so I shaved this morning without showering before the shave. I normally shave before the shower, maybe I'm gonna change this.
And I have to say, to me the Wilkinson Sword classic safety razor felt very, very mild. But I need practice in shaving with a safety razor, the result was maybe a bit okay, not good. I used the Wilkinson Sword plastic safety razor ages ago, when I was young. And I think the chrome part in the barrel is only chrome plated plastic or plastic made to look like chrome plated.
Two years ago I ordered this one as my first safety razor. Even though I tried out several others, for whatever reason I always come back to this one.
Thanks random man on the internet , I never had a dad so this made up for everything . Can you please make a video tossing a baseball ?
I’ll get my glove!
Awwww... :P
Got one of these in my cupboard somewhere, bought it in Germany last year where it is made, whilst on holiday there, paid around 10Euros, must get round to trying it out now that u have reminded me of having one.
Keep up the good work as usual.
Willkinson's has been famous here in Team USA for decades and is a fine product. 💈🇬🇧😁
I bought this razor while we were camping. I paid 16$ Canadian. Being in the woods I used a regular bar of soap as shaving cream and it worked just great!
Perfect razor for the price. Especially considering decent cartridge razors go for about the same price.
I like his voice. Nice to listen. It's important on RUclips
I have the whole collection. The soap, brush, blade and razor. And i love the TTO razor! Its fantastic.
I just got this Wilkinson as my first sefty razor. Really exited. Thanks for a review
This is the razor I shave with. I like it as well. I'll try the wilkinson sword soap next time.
Just picked up the same razor and soap and yes there is a Wilkinson Sword brush too that I picked up. With the world held up at the moment I thought time to try something new! 👍👍👍
I like this razor for a quick shave, not too much blade exposure, nice grip, good balance, easy to change blades. For the BBS I need three passes, for those occations I use my Bluebeard Cut Throat. I think this Wilkinson Butterfly is a good razor for beginners - fast shavers and some of us Old Timers who have aged a bit and need a mild shave.
The company is called Wilkinson Sword because they used to make swords for the British military. I remember seeing TV commercials for Wilkinson Sword double-edge blades here in the US back in the 1960’s and 70’s.
I bought this setup (razor+blades and their soap) as a first safety razor about a month ago and I gotta say, it gives a nice shave. Before that I gave up on cartridge razors (ok refults and some ingrown hair) and for a long time used just my beard trimmer to keep my neck and cheeks more-or-less tidy and was smooth shaven only after a visit in barber shop. I really like the weight and handle length of that razor. I only with the grip would be more agressive because with the current design it sometimes twists slightly in my hands and I have to grip it harder than I'd like to. Overall it feels sturdy and I'm very happy with the results and I'm glad I entered the world of safety razors. I'm glad I found You to get more comfortable with the idea of using safety razors and learn a thing or two about the process. Almost every shave comes out better than the last one, and I really enjoy the learning process!
I'm also buying a shavette soon to check out that way of shaving. They do require waaaay more skill and are more dargerous (referencing Your shavette video featuring the 'nasty' cut) but I'd like to get better idea where the blade is when I'm contouring my beard - to get the clean and professional look as You get when walking out of a barber shop ;)
P.S. Alumn blocks/sticks are incredible!
I actually like the disposable razors from wilkinson sword
I'm 64 now but when I started shaving around 16 or so my dad always use the Wilkinson Sword the single blade cartridge, so of course that's what I started out shaving with
I have all of these products as they are super available in the uk, think the brush, blades, soap and razor all retail for about £20 which is a fantastic price from someone just getting into wet shaving. Really wish more companies made the effort to provide the alternative on the highstreet.
That’s a great price and a good bunch of products.
You should let hair slick back like those times from the 50's and 60's
Carl Grimes elvis pomp and long sideburns
I got my all metal Wilkinson Sword safety razor today along with 100 Wilkinson Sword blades. I also loved the weight and feel of the razor. It gave me a fantastic shave.
I'm 34 , and I've been using Wilkinson sword since I started shaving at around 18. not only because every UK barber uses Wilkinson sword, but my dad also used it.
all I'm saying is, you can't F with Wilkinson sword 🇬🇧
I got the Wilkinson sword cut throat as well, don't hesitate to buy that. 👌🏾
the cut throat and quattro vintage edition is something you would buy to put on display rather than using it. 😗👌🏾
I got the collection set with cut throat and quattro vintage for a bargain this black friday.
Wilkinson Sword soap is made in Germany, at least the one I purchased.
A shave den is where ever you shave in my opinion.A great video. Down to earth and informative.
Guess you’re right! It doesn’t have to be fancy.
I am 38. Been shaving since I was 14! Just bought a Wilkinson's sword straight razor I love using it, but I need a lot of practice!!!
Those wilkinsword chaps know their stuff , mine is in my Amazon cart already!Thanks again, Maybe a frankenstein razor review....
I just got the new Wilkinson sword buttefly open classic razor, it's a nice razor got a good waight to it a nice long handle glad I got it it's a very nice razor, thank you Sinatra Lennon for reviewing it 😀👍
I bought one from my local supermarket in the UK. I'm not experiencinced with these sorts of razors, so it gave me a few nicks and burnt a bit afterwards. I used a hot towel second time and it was much better.
Schick is the North American branch of Wilkinson Sword, but confusingly Schick is used in North America for the Cartridge Razors and Wilkinson Sword is used for their Safety Razors, Double Edged blades, and Shaving Soaps
This razor is at my go-to supermarket and I always mean to pick it up, but have been putting it off. Now that I've seen this video, I'm definitely gonna get it. Haven't shaved with a safety razor before, but have always wanted to. Seems like the best way to get introduced to it.
I use the Wilkinson sword soap and it's pretty nice. I have been contemplating getting the safety razor. Thanks for the vid!
Hi Sinatra,
Dave here in England again. Wilkinson sword were also the original makers of the Fairbairn Sykes fighting knife as used by the British Commando's and S.O.E'S during the second World War. A bit of useless information for you Sir! 😃😂😂. I hope you are well and staying safe. I'm still loving your video's.
Take care,
Dave.
Wilkinson sword did make swords for the British military as well.
The name "Wilkinson" was adapted during that time.
They had a different name before. That's why it's not "Wilkinson Gun"
Love the Wilkinson Sword TTO. I used mine this morning with a Treet Dura Sharp blade. I also have the Wilkinson Sword "Classic" DE razor, which is all plastic with metal rod in the handle. The new TTO model blows it out of the water!
Agreed! I always prefer TTO over two or three piece razors.
Ohhh I have just bought that wilkinson sword kit, that comes with that metal razor, some blades, a brush and a soap. As i'm new to wet shaving, this kit is really nice - and cheap, I recommend it to newbies like me.
Oh and I have a question, I have only tried wilkinson sword blades, and I think they do a nice job on my skin, but can you recommend me any brand of blades that are similar to wilkinson's? Thanks and good video as always! Have a nice week!
It’s a very good razor for the price! Try some Astra or Bic blades. They should treat you right.
@@Maruskap I know you didn't ask me, but I have some advice for you. Look on Amazon for a blade sampler. You can try several different brands, which will help you find the best blade or blades for you. If you run across a blade you don't like, just move onto the next one. You won't risk buying a large quantity of blades that don't work for you that way. I hope this helps!
@@ryanbales8116 oh well thats probably what I'll do, thanks!
@@SinatraLennonhi Lennon,there is a big difference between Bic and Astra blades?in my country I found in a very good price Bic chrome platinum but everybody says Astra are better, what is your opinion?
That was my second razor when i started DE shaving. Some say it's the same as van der Hagen/weishi razor, I also used the Wilkinson sword brush which is a cheap boar for about £4. Mine was getting tatty recently so upgraded to a Omega boar. The blades cut my neck up badly before but I need to try the soap! Great video as always! 😀
41 and tried this. Never tried a traditional style razor before. Got some nicks but very smooth experience overall!
Wilkinson sword is very very mild. It's great for beginners. I actually got a good shave out of it but it's different.
This is my razor, it happened to be the only one in the supermarket when I decided to switch to a safety razor. I like it, and as you say, at the price point you can't go wrong. Like the scent of the soap too, although at the moment I'm trying out some Truefitt and Hill creams.
And as a Brit, I can say that your British accent is actually pretty good!
The "shave with a Wilkinson rifle" comment ...Laughed way too hard at that! 🤣
AFAIK they used to make literal swords and bayonets for the British Army, so the name isn't completely misleading.
Ghost town barber shaving soap, chiseled face cryogen aftershave (if you can handle menthol), Wilkinson sword blades, omega s brush= amazing shave (my first ever setup). Today is my 21st birthday. It’s my 10th saftey razor shave. Wet shaving is the way to go. It’s to the point where it’s weird to me when people shave with standard disposable razors. My sensitive skin could not handle those. Double edge is the way to go! Shave on. What’s a nice non mentholated aftershave?
I made the change to a double edge safety razor last summer and been the best thing ive ever did. As my cartridge razor always left me with razor rash. I use this exact razor and I love it
Today you decided to do a shaved English (Blades, soap and safety razor Wilkinson sword) is a very good safety reason for butterfly opening and the price is decent, personally I would choose the Parker 99r also is butterfly opening and gives you a shave more aggressive well that is my opinion, the important thing is the variety of products and information greetings.
I love my Parker 99r!
I bought the all kit, razor, soap, brush and blades four months ago for 20,00&. It was a great deal and I like the razor, metal, pretty heavy, long handle... That's perfect for me but I don't like to much the blades. It works really, really better with a Feather, Personna blue or Nacet for example. Give it a try and you'll see the difference.
Great vid as always.
Cheers
I’ll try a Feather in it next!
Actually, Wilkinson sword was also manufacturing swords - and there is even a video on youtube regarding the sword usage in WW1 by the British army and why they renounced to giving the infantry officers any swords. In that video, the sword shown was made by Wilkinson.
Mark from Ireland here I'm new to wet shaving and find your video's a great help and fun too, keep up the good work!
That’s great Mark! Glad I could help in some small way.
I started DE shaving with this Wilkinson sword shaving set! I agree with you that the razor is good quality but quite mild and the blades are good if a little rough for my liking.
I have sinced moved on however and no longer using the wilkinson sword soap which in my opinion was terrible once I knew of better soaps and the brush which fell apart after 6 months. I still have the razor, if your considering buying the set then just get the razor and forget the rest.
Sounds like good advice and I agree with you. It’s not bad for a starter but then guys will most likely move on to better stuff once they’re bit by the bug.
Hello my friend. Wilkinson Sword has an aftershave. In fact there are three variations. One of them has similar scent as Drakkar Noir.
Let me help refresh your memory. You liked the plastic Wilkinson Classic. Certainly more than I did, because I threw mine into the trash. When an environmentalist throws something into the trash, something is definitely wrong. However, there are two positive things I can say about the WC razor: 1. The two-piece design makes it easier to load for people who never handled DE blades before. 2. The left and right side of the razor lock into place and don't allow any blade ends to stick out. Many people who are new to DE razors hate it when the blunt sides of the blade stick out as well, which is the case in 9 out of 10 DE razors. Also, the sides of the WC are rounded, which makes it virtually impossible to poke yourself somewhere. Now, as far as the products you showed are concerned: The Wilkinson Butterfly razor is seasonally available in two major drugstore chains in Germany. Not year round, but once in a while you can see them in the shaving aisle. It is also part of one of the Christmas gift sets they sell in the holiday season. Both gift sets include a dark brown bowl of shaving soap (you can buy Wilkinson shave soap year round, but in a blue bowl), badger brush with a dark brown imitation wood handle (the regular Wilkinson shaving brush is a boar with a blue plastic handle and painted on "badger" stripe) and a razor. Depending on which one you buy, you either get the Wilkinson Butterfly DE razor or a Quattro with dark-brown imitation wood handle. Now, as far as the shaving soap is concerned: I wouldn't recommend to use it with a natural hair brush and never, ever with a badger. The reason for this is that it contains a silicone oil that creates a film around each hair and, in the case of natural hair, penetrates it. Some people have been able to save their badger with repeated soaking and washing with hair shampoo (beware: hair shampoo can contain silicone oils, too!), but many had to cope with the fact that their brush was ruined. The silicone issue isn't limited to cheap shaving soaps/creams like Wilkinson, Nivea and Florena. The Body Shop's "Maca Root" shaving cream is loaded with dimethicone as well, as are virtually all of their creams.
Now you’ve got me freaked out over the silicon! Good thing I prefer my synthetics, huh? Thanks for another great bunch of insight and info, and for refreshing my memory on my own opinion. I really should watch back at a video or two of my own.
I personally like Wilkinson sword, they're my main products. For stuff like foam and cream, I use Nivea men products. I use that same soap, but I use the hydro 3 (it's a cartridge razor) and I use the Wilkinson sword brush, for lathering up.
Bought it yesterday. Great razor!! Love it
Just started shaving this way and really enjoying it, i bought a edwin jagger and it gives a very close shave with no burn, i have a derby blade fitted and don't feel any resistance at all, its quite a strange feeling as it just feels like i am wiping off the soap, i like the look of this w.s razor as the handle on mine is very short. Great video, you have a gift of keeping things interesting whilst explaining things very well.
I feel like a late to the whole safety razor thing, been suffering from razor burn since I started shaving like 20 something years ago. I've been watching a bunch of these videos trying to find a good starting razor, and I might go with this one. Thanks for your opinions of the razor!
Hi SL. Real nice shave. Have had the WS de razor for about a month now and couldn`t be happier with it. Its an excellent razor in my opinion and as you said it was around $15. You can`t go wrong. Thanks for the video.👍
Yeah, it’s pretty good isn’t it? What blades do you use?
Another great shave SinatraLennon. Wilkinson Sword soap and brush were the things that got me in yo DE shaving this April, when my dad was over and I "partook" of them.
A father has the god-given right to review bouncy castles!
And thank goodness you didn't forget the "do-do do-do" after the sun came :)
I should have shaved in the bouncy house!
@@SinatraLennon I want to say that would have been great, but it would have given you a free Freddy Kruger mask, I think.
I got a Ben Sherman branded safety razor for less than five dollars and I loved it, used van der Hagen blade in it.. had a lot of fun shaving with it..thanks for the videos and the inspiration..
Great shave dude. I just got into wet shaving a few months ago due to your videos. Thanks man.
Thanks for the video! I might pick this up after your review. I was concerned it was too mild, but it seems ok!
You got some sun!
That's the newer "Black" tubs, the older Blue tubs were much better, giving a richer lather that doesn't dissipate as fast as the Black Tubs.
I'd use PAA's Cube preshave with it though, just to give it that extra slickness (and holy crap do the cubes do that) and glide.
Great shave BTW.
Also, grind in menthol! Seriously. That citrus barbershop scent works great with menthol.
Heck, grinding or dripping menthol into anything makes it that much better. I enjoy it on my french fries!
hi! sorry to say something heavy right off the bat but my dad passed away before he could teach me how to shave and thanks to your video i’ve managed to shave for the first time today. thank you so much sir 🤍
I’m so sorry for the loss of your father, Nathan. I hope that my videos can help one or two people out there that might need it. Your comment is why I keep making these videos. Truly.
I don't understand how this guy can captivate me I have my own beard to shave maybe it's his voice
Thanks for the video. I just got the exact same model and I am new to wet shaving and I find it to be pretty good for me. No cuts or nicks. I like the blades that came with it but I can't wait to try some other blades.
i barely grow facial hair but bought this instead of the cheap trash and wow! it's incredible and really does shave the face smooth.
Thank you for this video, I've been wanting to try wet shaving for a while but i don't want to spend too much in case I might not like it, so this seems like a worthwhile purchase
I will be using the margaritas in the arctic this week. It’s supposed to be in the 90’s here in Ohio. It’s going to be hot and muggy this week. A great time to use the margaritas in the arctic. It will definitely cool me off.
This is the razor I have. It’s my first ever safety razor.
Okay people aren’t appreciating the “next time I’ll shave with a wilkinsons rifle” joke as much as I did😂
Up here in Canada we get Wilkinson’s brushes everywhere
I just got back into double edge razor, my first was a Parker back in the day.
As a woman I use shave my legs, etc.
I bought this same Wilkinson razor at my local Walmart. It included 5 Wilkinson blades.
I soon discovered the swirl on the handle makes my hand slide down when wet, and causes the twist mechanism to slide in the unlock position, allowing the butterfly to open.
This causes the blade to come loose, and cuts are inevitable.
I see in your video you choke up on the head on the razor.
Get your hands and the razor wet, and you will find slipping down the handle an issue.
I stopped using it. I bought an Assured DE from the Dollar Tree. It is a short handle, and works better for me.
I am using Dorco blades. One blade lasts me over a month.
I am looking at a better option, looking at the Shiewei, or other long handle, Twist to Open optionn.
Am not really interested in the 3 piece razors.
Nice video, btw.
I’m glad that you got a good safety razor from Dollar Tree. Mine broke during my first shave with it! You might want to try a Merkur 34r. It’s a mild razor and is well built.
@@SinatraLennon my cheapie razor broke today, good thing I bought a few at the time! Lol
I heard good things about Merkur, I just don't want 3 pc design. I prefer Twist to Open.
I'm going to check reviews Merkur, and Shiewie.
"Next week I'll shave with a Wilkinson rifle." I laughed.
Terrible British accent? That was awesome, mate . I'm 18 and have been using a straight razor for 2 years I use a Wilkinson sword brush and the same soap you used in this video, I also use the same blades in my straight razor. Your videos are so easy watch, I tend to put them on in background when I'm shaving actually 😂
This was my very first safety razor that I've been using for the last month and a half. I really do enjoy it for being a mild, beginner razor and the blades themselves last me a solid 5 / 6 shaves that I swap out every other week. Already got a Parker 91R from Razor Emporium on the way with a beginner sample pack of blades, so I look forward trying those out with both of my razors.
EDIT: Hah, just got to the part where you mentioned how similar the design is to a Parker 99 razor. Only reason I got the 91R is that I wanted to experience the difference between my first razor and something else as well as telling the difference between a butterfly razor vs a 3-piece razor in terms of performance. Also, kudos from Texas.
Watch for your sideburns. I one time cut off my sideburns. When i shaved. You have to be careful. I cut my hair short. Some times i use a zero on sides and back. And 2mm on top and 3 mm. Or 4mm. I change it up. Anyway have fun and a good day just wanted to talk
Got this with the same soap and the brush they do as it was like £20 in all on Amazon. First time shaving with a DE razor and I did nick myself on my neck half a dozen times but it gave me more of a clue on how my neck WANTS to be shaved lol.
Just bought it to try with the wilki soap. You can get a wilki brush too. I’m a Muhle R41 man so be interesting!
Wilkinson started of as Nock, Jover & Co. They made Volley Guns, Bayonets and sword. then it became Wilkinson & Son when Mr Nock died and then eventfully became The Wilkinson Sword Company and they manufactured the Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife for British commandos in WW2. They still make swords for the British army to this day :)
Wilkinson Sword does have AS. In Austria and Germany it is offered in drugstores. Google „wilkinson sword after shave classic“
Thanks for being detailed in things that matter. Watching you shave made me buy a Wilkinson's safety razor, I will be watching your videos for products thanks again
Cool! Have you tried it out yet?
@@SinatraLennon I ordered it and I will try it on Friday will let you know how it worked out. But thanks I enjoy your videos keep up the work. Oh by the way I'm waiting for my space soaps.
@@SinatraLennon wow nice razor
Lucky you!....Here in Toronto Canada where I live the very same razor along with the five blades it comes with cost me around $31 Cnd plus tax from Shoppers Drug Mart!...Go Figure!..
I finally got round to shaving with one of these, bought it from my local Boots outlet here in UK for £15 (pounds) and using the Wilkinson blades with it, didn’t use their shaving soap because I have like a ton of shaving creams and cans of foam, and have to say, glad I’m onto it now, really enjoyed the experience.
Must say though, I did use the squirty Nivea Men Sensitive Shaving Gel and it dried out my face a tad too much and I did get or two nicks above my lip, the moustache area, but that’s always been an awkward spot for me, so I’ll have to get some of their shaving soap, but for now, I’m glad I’m hooked on safety razors.
Where are you from in the UK? Yorkshire, me like. Wet shaving, OH AYE!
ajgYT09 ajgYT09 No actually, I’m a Staffordshire chap, don’t hold that against me though, I love the North and Yorkshire in particular. 😅👌🏼
For me, the Wilkinson Sword TTO is way too soft. But so well made. It's definitely a keeper.
Great videos, watching from the UK and the accent is actually quite alright! Please review the feather razor with feather blade
Haha this guy is such a dad.
It was great though, buying the wilkinson sword razor while listening to some guy in the background rambling on.
Thanks for the review.
Classic is always a good plan
Great vid, and the British accent is spot on.
How you doing SinatraLennon sir? I've used the same razor recently with a Dorco blade and it was very nice close shave, thank you for doing another great video 😀👍
You’re welcome!
Hey SL, if you are familiar with them, Loves truck stops have a section with shaving products and various manly things. I’m a truck driver and frequent them quite often. They sell straight razors, brushes, some fancy looking cartridge razors, a mentholated after shave balm and a bunch of other stuff. It not in the C-Store section but on the trucking supply side. If your ever in need of stuff for the channel you should check it out. There’s a few locations off I-10 near Austin.
Sure, very familiar with Love’s. I’ll have to check it out the next time I’m headed down to San Antonio. Thanks for the heads up and keep on truckin’!
Will you do a shaving video with the Wilkinson sword classic double edge safety razor and Wilkinson sword classic blade and wilkinson sword classic soap and Wilkinson sword classic brush please.
So I was knowing that Wilkinson is a good company. And the thing is I bought that before with a skin moisturiser after shave from Wilkinson. Three things.
I’m really happy. Before I was using cartridge but it’s so bad compared to this. I made three cuts now and I learned how properly should I shave. At first I was having many scars but now it’s awesome. I really love and suggest you to try it too as for beginner safety razor. My first safety razor. I know there are probably better ones but they probably cost much more. And this one is affordable and pretty good. Getting baby shave now.