DE razor beginner

Krombopulos Michael · 22-02-2020 1:48pm

masterboy123 wrote: »

My little DE shaving pack. Used Atra blades. Still difficult to shave around chin and below the lip area.
Is it because of the Razor? Doesn't seem to be shaving the hairs properly there

You could try adjusting the blade by loosening it a half turn or so to get a more aggressive angle on the cut but just be careful

masterboy123 · 22-02-2020 4:57pm

Didn't know we could do this.
I always close the blade very tightly.
I have also noticed 1,2, 3,4 written on the blade corners. Does this have to be in any specific order?

Thanks

Krombopulos Michael wrote: »

You could try adjusting the blade by loosening it a half turn or so to get a more aggressive angle on the cut but just be careful

masterboy123 · 22-02-2020 5:22pm

I just searched for adjusting Edwin jagger razor. Nothing is showing up for the model I have, most results are for adjustable razors.

hitemfrank · 22-02-2020 5:54pm

He means tighten the blade into the head all the way and then loosen by half a turn.

It will change the angle of the blade slightly so you need to be a bit more carful.

Also the numbers on the blade are just for manufacturing purposes.

masterboy123 · 22-02-2020 6:48pm

Is there a tutorial video for this? I didn't find anything on YouTube.

And thanks for the other info.

Cheers

hitemfrank wrote: »

He means tighten the blade into the head all the way and then loosen by half a turn.

It will change the angle of the blade slightly so you need to be a bit more carful.

Also the numbers on the blade are just for manufacturing purposes.

Krombopulos Michael · 22-02-2020 6:57pm

masterboy123 wrote: »

Is there a tutorial video for this? I didn't find anything on YouTube.

And thanks for the other info.

Cheers

I followed this guy for lots of shaving tips.

https://youtu.be/0VClPqPMro4

Buddy97mm · 22-02-2020 9:45pm

Alternatively consider using a shim, a blade with the edges removed sitting under the blade you use, again changing the angle, making the blade a little more aggressive

zweton · 23-02-2020 5:28pm

masterboy123 wrote: »

I have just received Astra Superior platinum blades. Will update you soon how they are.
I have ordered shaving brush and cream, which should come by Friday.
I ordered everything from Amazon.

Did you use the shaving cream yet? Is it good? Have been using this one for years and its really good. This type still ok with new razor or?

https://www.origins.com/product/15877/11914/skincare/shave/shave-cream/blade-runner/energizing-shave-cream

masterboy123 · 23-02-2020 8:21pm

Yes used it for the first time yesterday.
Proraso Shaving Cream Tube Refreshing. It gave a dense leather. Will use it few more times and see how I find it.
This Origins cream looks good and of high quality.

zweton wrote: »

Did you use the shaving cream yet? Is it good? Have been using this one for years and its really good. This type still ok with new razor or?

https://www.origins.com/product/15877/11914/skincare/shave/shave-cream/blade-runner/energizing-shave-cream

zweton · 23-02-2020 9:21pm

masterboy123 wrote: »

Yes used it for the first time yesterday.
Proraso Shaving Cream Tube Refreshing. It gave a dense leather. Will use it few more times and see how I find it.
This Origins cream looks good and of high quality.

Its really good.

Tazzimus · 23-02-2020 11:40pm

Once you get the hang of lathering, give Stirling soaps a try, serious amounts of slickness.
They like a lot of water though to get them to lather properly

zweton · 28-02-2020 8:50pm

Quick one, how many shaves would ye get out of 1 blade roughly?

masterboy123 · 28-02-2020 9:06pm

I prefer 2. Max 3.

zweton wrote: »

Quick one, how many shaves would ye get out of 1 blade roughly?

masterboy123 · 13-10-2020 4:15pm

Hello all,

It's been 6 months that I am using Edwin Jagger knurled DE razor along with Astra blades. It's been an amazing experience!!

I would like to experience a more closer shave and looking for recommendations either for the safety razor or blades.

What's your views where razors have adjustable setting from 1 to 3 for a closer shave??

Tazzimus · 13-10-2020 4:23pm

Blades are a very personal choice, as what I could suggest working for me might be terrible for you. A sample pack is usually the best way to go on that, or somewhere like tryablade.

For razors, it depends on what you want to spend.
Rockwell 6S is considered to be very good, and has the different plates to adjust the aggressiveness of the shave, which saves you having to buy loads of razors, but they're hard enough got.
Aside from that, you may find a better blade, or improvement in your technique will give you a closer shave.

How many passes do you do normally?

masterboy123 · 13-10-2020 4:25pm

Thanks for getting back quickly. I may find something on discounted rate on given it's Amazon Prime Days today and tomorrow.

I am happy to spend 50 euros on a razor now.

I do one pass only except chin area where I have do 2-3 passes.

I would prefer to have 2-piece system razor rather than 3 pieces. Such as this one:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Merkur-Chrome-Plated-Polished-Finish/dp/B00375BUQ8/ref=sr_1_70?crid=364IOZLHDUOEX&dchild=1&keywords=razor+double+edge&qid=1602601033&sprefix=razor+double+%2Caps%2C167&sr=8-70

Tazzimus wrote: »

Blades are a very personal choice, as what I could suggest working for me might be terrible for you. A sample pack is usually the best way to go on that, or somewhere like tryablade.

For razors, it depends on what you want to spend.
Rockwell 6S is considered to be very good, and has the different plates to adjust the aggressiveness of the shave, which saves you having to buy loads of razors, but they're hard enough got.
Aside from that, you may find a better blade, or improvement in your technique will give you a closer shave.

How many passes do you do normally?

John Hutton · 13-10-2020 4:28pm

I use https://www.shaving.ie/products/merkur-34c-hd-safety-razor.html and I found Personna blades the best. Get a sample pack.

I have some facial hair and no not shave my entire face. For what I do shave, neck etc, I just use water. Works perfect.

Tazzimus · 13-10-2020 4:30pm

Have a look at Maggards, they do their own razors and plenty of other stuff. Also have a huge collection of soaps, brushes etc.

If you're only doing one pass, I assume with the grain, you're not gonna get a close shave.
DE razors need multiple passes to give you a good shave, as they reduce the hair with each pass, not all at once. Ideally with the grain, across the grain and against the grain for that baby smooth face.

Before you spend money on stuff you might not need, look to improve your technique so you can do the above and you'll notice an enormous difference.

furiousox · 13-10-2020 5:19pm

masterboy123 wrote: »

Hello all,

It's been 6 months that I am using Edwin Jagger knurled DE razor along with Astra blades. It's been an amazing experience!!

I would like to experience a more closer shave and looking for recommendations either for the safety razor or blades.

What's your views where razors have adjustable setting from 1 to 3 for a closer shave??

I would try a feather blade in your EJ and see how you get on.
That should give you a nice mix of mild razor and ultra-sharp blade.

https://www.shaving.ie/products/feather-hi-stainless-platinum-razor-blades.html

If you're interested in buying a two piece razor, I have one of these boxed new and unused for sale.

http://www.knightsshavingshop.com/merkur-38c/

Buddy97mm · 13-10-2020 6:20pm

Whilst Feathers are generally acknowledged to be the sharpest of blades, I personally find Nacet blades are better for me. I get an exceptionally close shave irrespective of razor, they last a lot longer than most other blades (10-15 shaves at least per blade) and can be purchased online for around 10-12 euro for 100 blades delivered.

masterboy123 · 13-10-2020 7:09pm

Alot of you are suggesting to improve the shaving technique. But I am not sure what can be improved. I am shaving for the last 6 months and explored different techniques already.

I found online that "Open-comb razor" will give a closer shave. Not sure how true is that. At the moment I have closed comb Jagger.

tabby aspreme · 13-10-2020 7:33pm

I use an adjustable Merkur, and find it good, have it about 10 years, i used Feather blades for years, but prefer the Russian Voskhod blades now, get 2 shaves from a Blade.

Pkiernan · 13-10-2020 7:38pm

furiousox wrote: »

I would try a feather blade in your EJ and see how you get on.
That should give you a nice mix of mild razor and ultra-sharp blade.

https://www.shaving.ie/products/feather-hi-stainless-platinum-razor-blades.html

If you're interested in buying a two piece razor, I have one of these boxed new and unused for sale.

http://www.knightsshavingshop.com/merkur-38c/

I second trying the feather blade. Very sharp!

Tazzimus · 13-10-2020 9:32pm

masterboy123 wrote: »

Alot of you are suggesting to improve the shaving technique. But I am not sure what can be improved. I am shaving for the last 6 months and explored different techniques already.

I found online that "Open-comb razor" will give a closer shave. Not sure how true is that. At the moment I have closed comb Jagger.

If you're only doing one pass, you won't know if it's good until you try going across or against the grain.

Again, this is assuming you're doing your one pass with the grain.

With the grain will get rid of most visible stuff.
Across the grain will reduce it more, but you can still feel stubble.
Against the grain will have it smooth as.

You may need to learn to map your face/neck to get the three passes done correctly.

I wouldn't listen to any of us on blade recommendations unless it's to get a sample pack.
Example: Feathers don't work for me, but they do for my dad. The Gillette yellows I use don't work for him, etc.

masterboy123 · 13-10-2020 10:05pm

Yes, i am doing the one pass with the grain, and maybe bit across the grain near the jaw. But never tried against the grain using DE razor. I have done against the grain using Gillette mach on special occasions only and it made my skin dry.

Thanks everyone for your views on the blade.

I am using Taylor Of Old Bond Street shaving cream and happy to recommend it, gives good enough lather.

Tazzimus wrote: »

If you're only doing one pass, you won't know if it's good until you try going across or against the grain.

Again, this is assuming you're doing your one pass with the grain.

With the grain will get rid of most visible stuff.
Across the grain will reduce it more, but you can still feel stubble.
Against the grain will have it smooth as.

You may need to learn to map your face/neck to get the three passes done correctly.

I wouldn't listen to any of us on blade recommendations unless it's to get a sample pack.
Example: Feathers don't work for me, but they do for my dad. The Gillette yellows I use don't work for him, etc.

Tazzimus · 13-10-2020 10:42pm

masterboy123 wrote: »

Yes, i am doing the one pass with the grain, and maybe bit across the grain near the jaw. But never tried against the grain using DE razor. I have done against the grain using Gillette mach on special occasions only and it made my skin dry.

Thanks everyone for your views on the blade.

I am using Taylor Of Old Bond Street shaving cream and happy to recommend it, gives good enough lather.

You can have the sharpest blade in the world and it won't give you a proper close shave with just the one pass.

Try the three passes, with lathering in between and a decent aftershave balm. You'll get a vastly better shave than what you're currently seeing and might not have to buy anything after all.

Neck will likely be the trickiest bit. Mine goes all over the shop so I have to change direction 3 or 4 times to get it right.

Padraig Mor · 14-10-2020 2:11pm

Still working my way through a sample pack, but Feathers are pick of the bunch for me. I do one pass with the grain, and one against. Five minutes max, job done.

masterboy123 · 14-10-2020 2:30pm

Alot of recommendations for Feather blades.
Did you guys order them from amazon? Where could I get the best price deal?

Padraig Mor wrote: »

Still working my way through a sample pack, but Feathers are pick of the bunch for me. I do one pass with the grain, and one against. Five minutes max, job done.

Pkiernan · 14-10-2020 2:41pm

masterboy123 wrote: »

Alot of recommendations for Feather blades.
Did you guys order them from amazon? Where could I get the best price deal?

https://www.shaving.ie/products/feather-hi-stainless-platinum-razor-blades.html

Try a 10 pack here and see how you go.

I save mine for special occasions.

Be aware that when starting out I gave myself quite a cut with e feather razor.

masterboy123 · 14-10-2020 5:22pm

Ordered 50x Feather blades and a tub of Taylor shaving cream.
Thanks!

Pkiernan wrote: »

https://www.shaving.ie/products/feather-hi-stainless-platinum-razor-blades.html

Try a 10 pack here and see how you go.

I save mine for special occasions.

Be aware that when starting out I gave myself quite a cut with e feather razor.

OSiriS · 15-10-2020 9:13am

Just a word of warning on the Feather blades. They are VERY sharp. Avoid putting any pressure on your face when using them, otherwise you might cut your face to ribbons. Just the weight of the razor is enough. A fresh blade will go through even a week's growth like it's hot butter. Used properly, the blades are a joy.

masterboy123 · 15-10-2020 9:34am

Thanks for the tip. I will be extra cautious. I had minor bleeds with Astra platinum blades in the beginning when I first started using DE razor and I change blades after every 2 days.

OSiriS wrote: »

Just a word of warning on the Feather blades. They are VERY sharp. Avoid putting any pressure on your face when using them, otherwise you might cut your face to ribbons. Just the weight of the razor is enough. A fresh blade will go through even a week's growth like it's hot butter. Used properly, the blades are a joy.

masterboy123 · 16-10-2020 10:06am

Package arrived with feather blades and shaving cream.

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