It all starts tomorrow.

[Jinx13]

Tomorrow is the day I have set to dive in and have my first DE shave. I will be using the same cream (Maca Root) that I have been using for the last few months with carts. Having already started to suffer from early onset RAD, I think I have decided that I am going to start with a vintage Super Speed instead of my brand new 34C HD (and have a contract tech headed my way ).

The only thing I am still trying to decide on is which blade I am going to go with. I have a small sample pack which has:
Dery Super Stainless
Astra Superior Platinum
Dorco Platinum
and Erbe Solingen Fresh Tradition

I think I am leaning towards the Derby, as I have seen it referenced a few times around here as a decent blade to get started with, but still undecided.


David

 

[wazabees]

My first shave was with the Merkur 34C and the Astra SP blade. It was awesome.

 

[Mick]

Just about any blade for the superspeed.

I'd leave the Derby for your first slant or Fatip razor. Derby needs more blade exposure to give a good shave

I always recommend new shavers to start with the Astra SP and stick with that blade for at least 3 months before trying any others.

 

[BigJ]

Tough question because the blade choice is far less important than technique at this point. So, first I suggest you read through the wiki.

Of your options, the only one in my top 5 is Astra SP, which work very well for me. That would be my choice!

 

[xxvaleria]

Welcome to the club, David. Glad to have you aboard. Good Luck on the shave.

 

[mdevine]

Good luck and welcome to the club.

 

[Doug57]

I don't think you can go wrong with an Astra SP in a vintage Super Speed. I used that combo earlier this week, in fact, and got a really nice shave.

Welcome, and enjoy your shaves.

 

[ciderguy]

The Astra SP is a good solid blade. I'd start there, and only try the others once you've got a good feel for the razor.

 

[ItsTaz]

Tough question because the blade choice is far less important than technique at this point. So, first I suggest you read through the wiki.

Of your options, the only one in my top 5 is Astra SP, which work very well for me. That would be my choice!

+1

 

[ItsTaz]

Welcome to a new world and I wish you the best for your first shave. Just take your time and don't apply any pressure with the razor. Enjoy the experience!

 

[Floyd Eye]

Good call on the Super Speed.

 

[BSAGuy]

Good luck!

 

[ackvil]

Good luck. Just keep in mind no pressure and the right angle and you will do fine.

 

[BlackBard]

Just about any blade for the superspeed.

I'd leave the Derby for your first slant or Fatip razor. Derby needs more blade exposure to give a good shave

I always recommend new shavers to start with the Astra SP and stick with that blade for at least 3 months before trying any others.

You may not want/need to use any other blade - ever. Astra SP is my one and only blade, now.

Good luck on your road to shaving adventure. Let us know how your first shave goes.

 

[Wolverines]

I started with the Derby blades that came with my newly purchased EJDE89L. I had ordered a few tucks of Astra SP's but had read Derby's were smooth and a good beginer blade. In the end it really didn't matter but I would go with the Astra's. Good Luck and take your time.

 

[Graybeard57]

Tough question because the blade choice is far less important than technique at this point. So, first I suggest you read through the wiki.

Of your options, the only one in my top 5 is Astra SP, which work very well for me. That would be my choice!

Yes^. Let us know how it goes. Take your time, use a very light touch, and enjoy your shave!

 

[Gnomeo0228]

There's lots of good advice here. I would also suggest the Astra SP, they have always worked well for me.

Good luck and keep us posted

 

[Billski]

Welcome to Badger and Blade.

 

[alex2363]

Good luck!

Good one

 

[adamchur]

Hi David, welcome to B&B
I'd go with the Astra, but I'm very biased - me and Derby blades are just chalk and cheese
Good luck