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mfer · 15 April 2010, 12:25 PM

Ed (aka Mr Jaws) wrote this post a while back.

Why are razor blades so expensive?

They are expensive!!!! So why and I paying for this?

I did tons of research and joined yet another forum. One for shaving enthusiasts if you can believe it or not. Got some good guys over there (haven't seen any ladies yet).

Before, I was just using this?

Got the job done, but wasn't enjoyable and as stated....$$$$$$$.

But today I got some mail!!!!

A nice gentleman, by the name of Marty, on that other forum offered me up a free razor. He also threw in some razors and a cream. I tried to give him something, but he didn't want anything. Just wanted another shaver I guess!

Marty recommended some other equipment for me. Being a newb and seeing how nice he was, I took his advice and ordered a brush and cream. Well, the guy I ordered from (Phil), knew I was a newb also and threw in some aftershave and other samples.

Group shot!

Did my first ever DE (double edge) shave tonight. I think I have some very good results for my first DE shave ever. It is going to take some getting used to, but with all the money I'm saving on the razors, I can get some really nice creams, aftershaves, etc and still be cheaper than the cartridges. I'm already loving the aftershave that Phil just tossed in.

So, if you guys are thinking about it, I recommend it and I've only had one shave. I did my upper lip perfect and it is smooth as a baby's bottom! I will say though, that it'll take some more skill than the cartridges, but I'm guessing it'll become easy in the weeks to come.

R1@160@alltimes · 15 April 2010, 12:30 PM

I saw this set up used in foreign countries. Never tried it myself, but that little brush makes helluva lather.

Let me know how it goes....I am also getting sick of paying $30 for a couple of carts

Титан · 15 April 2010, 12:38 PM

I use a straight razor, it works real good.

brandxbrand · 15 April 2010, 12:37 PM

Welcome to a better shave.

My barber suggested I try a safety blade as I used to get a heavy rash after every shave. Tried it and never looked back.

The brush really isn't essential. I've used mine probably twice.

Enjoy

Zirotti · 15 April 2010, 12:38 PM

Which forum? I am looking to do the same thing. I'd love to buy a "starter kit".

brandxbrand · 15 April 2010, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zirotti

I am looking to do the same thing. I'd love to buy a "starter kit".

http://www.theartofshaving.com/shop/product/67003/11

I bought this 3 years ago - still going strong. It comes with 1 razor. Enough to last you 4 or 5 shaves. Re-fills can be bought from your hardware store for a couple bucks for 10.

R1@160@alltimes · 15 April 2010, 12:43 PM

Does it shave close?

shandy · 15 April 2010, 12:52 PM

Your face is going to love you for this! Just a pea sized amount of cream will be enough to make a huge amount of lather!

R1@160@alltimes · 15 April 2010, 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shandy

Your face is going to love you for this! Just a pea sized amount of cream will be enough to make a huge amount of lather!

No excuse not to try it.

mfer · 15 April 2010, 01:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shandy

Your face is going to love you for this! Just a pea sized amount of cream will be enough to make a huge amount of lather!

So far so good Shady. It did later up pretty well. At first I thought it was uncomfortable, but now after the cool water and aftershave, my skin feels tight and smooth and no irritation at all. And, I'm not even good at this yet!

mfer · 15 April 2010, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by R1@160@alltimes

Does it shave close?

I'm no expert yet. Supposedly this razor is a newb razor so I don't hack up my face (and I didn't). There are much more "aggressive" razors that will give you the closest shave you can get from what I've read.

mfer · 15 April 2010, 01:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zirotti

Which forum? I am looking to do the same thing. I'd love to buy a "starter kit".

I joined www.shavemyface.com.

Good group of guys IMHO.

Bought my products from...
http://www.bullgooseshaving.net/index.html

The owner is an active member on the forum I mentioned above. I'd go for it!

walds11 · 15 April 2010, 07:29 PM

badgerandblade.com is a great forum.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zirotti

Which forum? I am looking to do the same thing. I'd love to buy a "starter kit".

bobernet · 15 April 2010, 01:25 PM

The next step is a straight razor. I haven't used a disposable cartridge in a decade. Straight or safety/DE is all I do. There are some terrific Israeli (Personna?) safety razor blades that you can get for about $25/100. I bought 200 about 5 or 6 years ago, and haven't yet made it through the first 100.

DanP · 15 April 2010, 02:20 PM

This is worthwhile seeing as my playoff beard wont last long being from Vancouver and all

Thanks

walds11 · 15 April 2010, 07:27 PM

It's really not a money thing for me. Tried a DE last year. No patience to learn and even when you get good, the shave takes way longer than a cartridge shave. I get a great shave with the Mach3, badger brush and a good cream. Maybe I will try it again someday.

bewithabob · 15 April 2010, 10:34 PM

i too ditched the cartridges.... the new method is it is remarkably fast.

Latrodectus · 16 April 2010, 03:33 AM

Great tips.Thank you...

SteveMorris · 24 April 2010, 06:26 AM

Been shaving this way after receiving what I first thought was a useless Company gift, now im hooked too! I don;'t use the brush, my wife stole it to wash her face, havent used it since!

swissautopro · 24 April 2010, 06:50 AM

Well ... I'm intrigued. My wife bought me one of those Gillette 4 blade deals, and the cartridges are pricey as hell! My granddad shaved with a double unti the day he died. Let us know how it works out. I may be switching up! I hate shaving anyway, and I really hate the expense of it.

clew84 · 24 April 2010, 06:55 AM

Funny - I just went through this exercise as well. I ordered a Merkur double safety razor, some Derby blades, some Jack Black supreme shave cream, and a shave brush. I tried some of the other lathering shave creams like Castle Forbes, but didn't really care for them.

It does a very good job and I'm happy with the results so far. However, I will say that no matter how many times I shave, against the grain is definitely not for me. I will go with and across but never again against the grain on the neck. 2 passes is enough for me.

swissautopro · 24 April 2010, 07:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clew84

Funny - I just went through this exercise as well. I ordered a Merkur double safety razor, some Derby blades, some Jack Black supreme shave cream, and a shave brush. I tried some of the other lathering shave creams like Castle Forbes, but didn't really care for them.

It does a very good job and I'm happy with the results so far. However, I will say that no matter how many times I shave, against the grain is definitely not for me. I will go with and across but never again against the grain on the neck. 2 passes is enough for me.

Against the grain is a bad idea, at least according to GQ.

mailman · 24 April 2010, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swissautopro

Against the grain is a bad idea, at least according to GQ.

Funny they wrote that Mike.

My grandfather was a barber and told me that against the grain while trying to stretch your skin will give you the closest shave.

Like pulling down on your skin on your neck or puffing up your cheek. If you like, I can ak his opinion again

BTW, the best shave I ever had was a hot towel shave

Rscmaine · 24 April 2010, 10:57 AM

I am old enough to remember when the safety razor you show was state of the art.

Buy a styptic pencil (or better yet a case of 'em). You'll need 'em.

Those things were replaced for good reason.

Watchdog · 24 April 2010, 11:21 AM

Don't have an opinion but very interesting thread!

looking to buy · 1 January 2011, 02:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rscmaine

i am old enough to remember when the safety razor you show was state of the art.

Buy a styptic pencil (or better yet a case of 'em). You'll need 'em.

Those things were replaced for good reason.

x2

Numismatist · 1 January 2011, 03:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rscmaine

I am old enough to remember when the safety razor you show was state of the art.

Buy a styptic pencil (or better yet a case of 'em). You'll need 'em.

Those things were replaced for good reason.

I remember when watches had mechanical movements that were state of the art, darn things weren't very accurate though...

Replaced by quartz weren't they?

Fox red lab · 24 April 2010, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mailman

Funny they wrote that Mike.

My grandfather was a barber and told me that against the grain while trying to stretch your skin will give you the closest shave.

Like pulling down on your skin on your neck or puffing up your cheek. If you like, I can ak his opinion again

BTW, the best shave I ever had was a hot towel shave

Shave with the grain frst, then re-lather then you can go against the grain.

Mockingbird · 24 April 2010, 07:36 AM

I think I'm gonna look into this!

HL65 · 24 April 2010, 12:15 PM

Careful with that blade!!! Nothing like an old school shave!

15 April 2010, 12:25 PM	#1
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	Shaving! I ditched the $$$$$ Cartridges! Ed (aka Mr Jaws) wrote this post a while back. Why are razor blades so expensive? They are expensive!!!! So why and I paying for this? I did tons of research and joined yet another forum. One for shaving enthusiasts if you can believe it or not. Got some good guys over there (haven't seen any ladies yet). Before, I was just using this? Got the job done, but wasn't enjoyable and as stated....$$$$$$$. But today I got some mail!!!! A nice gentleman, by the name of Marty, on that other forum offered me up a free razor. He also threw in some razors and a cream. I tried to give him something, but he didn't want anything. Just wanted another shaver I guess! Marty recommended some other equipment for me. Being a newb and seeing how nice he was, I took his advice and ordered a brush and cream. Well, the guy I ordered from (Phil), knew I was a newb also and threw in some aftershave and other samples. Group shot! Did my first ever DE (double edge) shave tonight. I think I have some very good results for my first DE shave ever. It is going to take some getting used to, but with all the money I'm saving on the razors, I can get some really nice creams, aftershaves, etc and still be cheaper than the cartridges. I'm already loving the aftershave that Phil just tossed in. So, if you guys are thinking about it, I recommend it and I've only had one shave. I did my upper lip perfect and it is smooth as a baby's bottom! I will say though, that it'll take some more skill than the cartridges, but I'm guessing it'll become easy in the weeks to come. __________________ member#3242

15 April 2010, 12:30 PM	#2
R1@160@alltimes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: ♛ Posts: 4,408	I saw this set up used in foreign countries. Never tried it myself, but that little brush makes helluva lather. Let me know how it goes....I am also getting sick of paying $30 for a couple of carts __________________

15 April 2010, 12:43 PM	#7
R1@160@alltimes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: ♛ Posts: 4,408	Does it shave close? __________________

15 April 2010, 07:27 PM	#16
walds11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Adam Location: Philly ‘burbs Posts: 5,660	It's really not a money thing for me. Tried a DE last year. No patience to learn and even when you get good, the shave takes way longer than a cartridge shave. I get a great shave with the Mach3, badger brush and a good cream. Maybe I will try it again someday. __________________ Adam

16 April 2010, 03:33 AM	#18
Latrodectus 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Fred Location: KY, USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 10,043	Great tips.Thank you... __________________ Member # 16057 4-Hands Club Tosser Club Member TRF Skypers Group

15 April 2010, 12:38 PM	#3
Титан Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Frank McLaury Location: ON THE ROAD AGAIN Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 269	I use a straight razor, it works real good.

15 April 2010, 12:37 PM	#4
brandxbrand "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: Concord, Ma Watch: your back Posts: 422	Welcome to a better shave. My barber suggested I try a safety blade as I used to get a heavy rash after every shave. Tried it and never looked back. The brush really isn't essential. I've used mine probably twice. Enjoy

15 April 2010, 12:38 PM	#5
Zirotti "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: Tejas Watch: Invicta Posts: 1,066	Which forum? I am looking to do the same thing. I'd love to buy a "starter kit".

15 April 2010, 12:52 PM	#8
shandy Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Ian Location: canada Posts: 1,724	Your face is going to love you for this! Just a pea sized amount of cream will be enough to make a huge amount of lather!

15 April 2010, 01:25 PM	#14
bobernet "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: Mountains Watch: ALS, AP, PP, Rolex Posts: 2,988	The next step is a straight razor. I haven't used a disposable cartridge in a decade. Straight or safety/DE is all I do. There are some terrific Israeli (Personna?) safety razor blades that you can get for about $25/100. I bought 200 about 5 or 6 years ago, and haven't yet made it through the first 100.

15 April 2010, 02:20 PM	#15
DanP Banned Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Dan P Location: Vancouver. Canada Watch: GV-U-Kno-Me :) Posts: 2,436	This is worthwhile seeing as my playoff beard wont last long being from Vancouver and all Thanks

24 April 2010, 06:26 AM	#19
SteveMorris Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Steve Location: San Marcos Watch: Everose Daytona Posts: 22	Been shaving this way after receiving what I first thought was a useless Company gift, now im hooked too! I don;'t use the brush, my wife stole it to wash her face, havent used it since!

24 April 2010, 06:50 AM	#20
swissautopro "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: South Carolina Watch: 3.3M 1655 Mk I Posts: 2,384	Well ... I'm intrigued. My wife bought me one of those Gillette 4 blade deals, and the cartridges are pricey as hell! My granddad shaved with a double unti the day he died. Let us know how it works out. I may be switching up! I hate shaving anyway, and I really hate the expense of it. __________________ "A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, and poverty will come upon you like a bandit, and scarcity like an armed man." Proverbs 24 "It is better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than open your mouth and remove all doubt." Unknown "Better to be a nobody and yet have a servant than pretend to be somebody and have no food." Proverbs 12

24 April 2010, 06:55 AM	#21
clew84 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: Cincinnati Watch: me soar Posts: 930	Funny - I just went through this exercise as well. I ordered a Merkur double safety razor, some Derby blades, some Jack Black supreme shave cream, and a shave brush. I tried some of the other lathering shave creams like Castle Forbes, but didn't really care for them. It does a very good job and I'm happy with the results so far. However, I will say that no matter how many times I shave, against the grain is definitely not for me. I will go with and across but never again against the grain on the neck. 2 passes is enough for me. __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 16600 Omega SMP IWC 3227-01 Autodromo Prototipo

24 April 2010, 10:57 AM	#24
Rscmaine "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Nat Parkinson Location: Maine, USA Watch: me pull a rabbit.. Posts: 1,196	I am old enough to remember when the safety razor you show was state of the art. Buy a styptic pencil (or better yet a case of 'em). You'll need 'em. Those things were replaced for good reason. __________________ When the alien spaceships actually landed, to everyone's surprise, it turned out that the world's governments had not been hiding anything. They were just as clueless as the rest of us!

24 April 2010, 11:21 AM	#25
Watchdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Junkyard Dog Location: The Doghouse Watch: I can't tell time Posts: 6,822	Don't have an opinion but very interesting thread!

24 April 2010, 07:36 AM	#29
Mockingbird "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: -- Posts: 2,097	I think I'm gonna look into this!

24 April 2010, 12:15 PM	#30
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,011	Careful with that blade!!! Nothing like an old school shave! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

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