JT! Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 I stopped shaving because i can't afford to buy those stupidly expensive blades anymore. I bought a beard trimmer for next to nothing so I've been rugged and many for the last year. (For the lack of a better emoticon) I looked into safety and straight edge razors. Seems that the blades for safety razors are much higher quality than fusion blades and cost pennies each. Anyone had any experience or use / used them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anzo Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Never used a straight edge but I do use a Phillips electric razor, only had it a couple of weeks but its great - especially whenever youre in a rush. Obviously with these you DO need conditioner for afterwards because it can make your face feel a bit funny. It doesn't get a closer shave as a razor but thats the price you pay for laziness I guess - just depends if you don't mind looking like a tramp a lot of the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forteh Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Keep the beard, beards rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Nick Riviera Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 I stopped shaving because i can't afford to buy those stupidly expensive blades anymore. + It amazes me that people actually buy those gilette monstrosities, shaving is currently costing me less than a fiver a year. Straight, as in cut throat razors are the best, but it's a bit of an investment and years of almost cutting bits of your face off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronz Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 + It amazes me that people actually buy those gilette monstrosities, shaving is currently costing me less than a fiver a year.… This. I have so many mates (and my missus) who keep trying to talk me into getting expensive razors all the time. I can get just as good a job from a disposable than I can from these stupidly over-priced ones that offer nothing different/better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krisboats Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 This. I have so many mates (and my missus) who keep trying to talk me into getting expensive razors all the time. I can get just as good a job from a disposable than I can from these stupidly over-priced ones that offer nothing different/better. You clearly haven't tried one, or at least if you have you're massively inept at being a man. A proper shave with a double edge razor offers so much more than those crappy little disposables. It also turns shaving time from being a chore to being something you actually look forward to doing. You can pick up a double edge razor kit for around £40, which includes the handle (much nicer shaving with a proper weighty solid piece of kit) around 50 blades (which should last you a year or two) and then the pot of shaving cream and applicator brush. The blades are made to a much higher standard, the feather blades being exceptionally sharp. Which means far less irritation than a standard razor and they last longer too. It shaves closer so you're smoother and have more time between needing shaves. Basically after using a double edge razor a gillette power chav ultra will feel like you're trying to shave with a wallpaper scraper. Considering heads for the chavtastic razors are like £12 for 8 and they last 2-3 weeks before needing changing you're looking at around £20 a year anyway. Once you've bought your D.E. razor handle and accessories new blades are incredibly cheap. Merkur 38c is a good one to go for. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronz Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 No sorry, I was talking about disposables vs. the more expensive Mach III type things. Not about proper razors. I'd love a proper shaving kit, badger bristle brush and everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willy Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 I LOVE that your arguing about razors! Its f**king hilarious! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannah Shucksmith Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 I'm awaiting a blog post about razors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronz Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 I LOVE that your arguing about razors! Its f**king hilarious! I'm not arguing, I was clearing up a misunderstanding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anzo Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Why are you all arguing about razors? Jeees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krisboats Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 No sorry, I was talking about disposables vs. the more expensive Mach III type things. Not about proper razors. I'd love a proper shaving kit, badger bristle brush and everything. That's okay then. I was worried for a minute Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronz Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Haha yeah, so you have the full kit then? I might invest in one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Rainbird Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Rockin' the tramp look since 2k6 yo' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
l33th3tr33 Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Does anyone have any experience with a cut-throat? I'm looking into getting one but not really up for cutting my lips off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan6061 Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 I'm 20 and still don't need to shave yet! Massive win. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadManMike Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Screw clean shaven, just remove the guide and you're away... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phatmike Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Screw clean shaven, just remove the guide and you're away... This. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jitters Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 ^ That. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Si-man Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 I'm 20 and still don't need to shave yet! Massive win. I'm nearly 23 and am just starting to get hair haha. I started puberty when I was like 12 as well, where the f**k have my face pubes been hiding for the last 11 years lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT! Posted August 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 You clearly haven't tried one, or at least if you have you're massively inept at being a man. A proper shave with a double edge razor offers so much more than those crappy little disposables. It also turns shaving time from being a chore to being something you actually look forward to doing. You can pick up a double edge razor kit for around £40, which includes the handle (much nicer shaving with a proper weighty solid piece of kit) around 50 blades (which should last you a year or two) and then the pot of shaving cream and applicator brush. The blades are made to a much higher standard, the feather blades being exceptionally sharp. Which means far less irritation than a standard razor and they last longer too. It shaves closer so you're smoother and have more time between needing shaves. Basically after using a double edge razor a gillette power chav ultra will feel like you're trying to shave with a wallpaper scraper. Considering heads for the chavtastic razors are like £12 for 8 and they last 2-3 weeks before needing changing you're looking at around £20 a year anyway. Once you've bought your D.E. razor handle and accessories new blades are incredibly cheap. Merkur 38c is a good one to go for. Sounds good I might give one a bash. I turn 24 next month so I think it's time to lose the beard and start my life long battle to look younger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Token Posted August 21, 2010 Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 I shave my balls with those Gillette Fusion blades, cos if David Beckham trusts his handsomely good looks with one then that is good enough for my balls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTM Posted August 22, 2010 Report Share Posted August 22, 2010 (edited) You clearly haven't tried one, or at least if you have you're massively inept at being a man. A proper shave with a double edge razor offers so much more than those crappy little disposables. It also turns shaving time from being a chore to being something you actually look forward to doing. You can pick up a double edge razor kit for around £40, which includes the handle (much nicer shaving with a proper weighty solid piece of kit) around 50 blades (which should last you a year or two) and then the pot of shaving cream and applicator brush. The blades are made to a much higher standard, the feather blades being exceptionally sharp. Which means far less irritation than a standard razor and they last longer too. It shaves closer so you're smoother and have more time between needing shaves. Basically after using a double edge razor a gillette power chav ultra will feel like you're trying to shave with a wallpaper scraper. Considering heads for the chavtastic razors are like £12 for 8 and they last 2-3 weeks before needing changing you're looking at around £20 a year anyway. Once you've bought your D.E. razor handle and accessories new blades are incredibly cheap. Merkur 38c is a good one to go for. On the back of what you just said, I think im going to try that. If you get a pair of lips or a chunk of cheek in the post, consider that backs Is there ay actual reason for not using generic shaving foam with one of those razors^^^? Edited August 22, 2010 by JTM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich J Posted August 22, 2010 Report Share Posted August 22, 2010 Sainsburys basic razors 13p a pack, shaving cream. Sorted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Si-man Posted August 22, 2010 Report Share Posted August 22, 2010 http://www.youtube.com/user/mantic59 Check that guys channel, tells you everything you need to know about DE razors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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