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Safety Razor, what do I need to think about? (kbin.social)
submitted 4 months ago by bigbluealien@kbin.social to c/buyitforlife@slrpnk.net
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My big stack of cartridge razor blades has just run out and I'd like to replace it with something less wastefull, and from what I hear a safety razor gives a better shave too.

From what I can see there's no big difference beyond personal preferance on ergonomics, but are there any brands to avoid? Any well regarded? Can I just get anything? Anything I might not have thought about?

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[–] walden@sub.wetshaving.social 35 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) (3 children)

FYI there's a whole Lemmy instance for wetshaving. If you don't get enough answers here, swing by !wetshaving@sub.wetshaving.social

Edit for some more info:

We have a wiki with a hardware section, and you should also check out the beginners section. https://wiki.wetshaving.social

Since this is a BIFL community, you're probably interested in a razor that will last you a long time. In that case, you'll want something made of stainless steel, brass, titanium, or aluminum.

Most of those options are expensive, with aluminum being the most affordable option for new, modern razors.

Vintage razors are an EXCELLENT way to get a great, BIFL razor that will last generations. Search on eBay for Gillette Tech. They are very affordable, and if you're picky you can just keep an eye out for one that looks nice. Even if the plating is worn off, they are made of brass and will last forever.

Gillette Tech has another advantage, in that it's widely regarded as being relatively mild (good for just starting out), but also good at shaving. Mild razors can sometimes come with the downside of not providing a very close shave. Trading comfort for efficiency. With a Tech, that's not much of a problem.

If you'd prefer a new razor, I'd actually recommend starting with one of the many Zamak razors available, figuring out what you like, then getting something more expensive. The starter kits in the wiki have decent razors to get you started. I also like to recommend this Baili on Amazon. It won't last more than a few years, probably, but it's a great starter razor (I still enjoy using it even as an "experienced" person).

[–] jodanlime@midwest.social 7 points 4 months ago (1 children)

You gotta decide if you want a fixed blade or adjustable, adjustable will cost more and have a higher learning curve but can give a closer shave. I like Merkur, but I'm sure there are other good brands. I started with a cheap fixed and then replaced it with an adjustable a few years later.

[–] bigbluealien@kbin.social 3 points 4 months ago

It looks like even if I set it once and stick with it, it's worth it to go adjustable, they're all reasonably priced and it gives me options later, thanks

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