Hello everyone! I stumbled upon exactly what a DE razor was while cruising around on the web a month or so ago. I was unaware there was such a following for a traditional wet shave and was completely unaware of the benefits to a traditional wet shave. Previously I had been using an electric razor as cartridge razors tend to give me extreme razor burn in the neck area.
After doing some research I decided to take the plunge a few weeks ago and bought the cheap Van Der Hagen razor & soap from Target to get me started (I already had a badger fur brush from years ago). The first few shaves were a little rough, though my technique is getting better and my shaves are starting to get closer and cleaner.
I also received my Proraso green shave cream and sample blade pack a few days ago. My plan now is to run through each blade in the pack (Derby Extra, Merkur orange, Feather, Personna Red & Crystal) and see what suits me best. Ideally I'll use two from each pack to make sure it is the blade and not the technique causing any issues. So that should give me 6-8 shaves with each blade I think.
This morning was my first go through with the Derby Extra blade and it seemed a little grabby. Again, could have easily been my technique but it didn't seem to be easily slicing through the hair. Either way, I'm excited for the second shave tomorrow to see if I can get a better one!
I couldn't be happier I picked up a safety razor and have begun a morning shave routine. There is something very invigorating and yet relaxing about a traditional morning wet shave. It starts the day off productively, and makes me feel like I'm ready to tackle my day. Amazing that a simple change can be so significant
-Joe
After doing some research I decided to take the plunge a few weeks ago and bought the cheap Van Der Hagen razor & soap from Target to get me started (I already had a badger fur brush from years ago). The first few shaves were a little rough, though my technique is getting better and my shaves are starting to get closer and cleaner.
I also received my Proraso green shave cream and sample blade pack a few days ago. My plan now is to run through each blade in the pack (Derby Extra, Merkur orange, Feather, Personna Red & Crystal) and see what suits me best. Ideally I'll use two from each pack to make sure it is the blade and not the technique causing any issues. So that should give me 6-8 shaves with each blade I think.
This morning was my first go through with the Derby Extra blade and it seemed a little grabby. Again, could have easily been my technique but it didn't seem to be easily slicing through the hair. Either way, I'm excited for the second shave tomorrow to see if I can get a better one!
I couldn't be happier I picked up a safety razor and have begun a morning shave routine. There is something very invigorating and yet relaxing about a traditional morning wet shave. It starts the day off productively, and makes me feel like I'm ready to tackle my day. Amazing that a simple change can be so significant
-Joe
