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Do me a favor and get me a link? I was having a hard time finding it.
What is the mildest razor after the Henson Al 13 "Mild"?
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No need for the link. I found it. Thanks.
Yes sir, super safe would be the very affordable Fatip closed comb slant (FCCS). Many here love the open comb version (FOCS) but if you want to play it safe, go FCCS. That is what I use, which is very efficient for my one pass shaves. Give it a try but make sure you go easy the first few shaves so you master the very intuitive slant learning curve.
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A logical candidate would be a Tatara Masamune. I have no experience of it, but it's certainly captured my attention.
How's that for an unbiased opinion
Fatip is getting a lot of love in this category.
I agree that the Gamechanger .68-P requires a bit more attention/technique than the Henson +.
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How's that for an unbiased opinion
Fatip is getting a lot of love in this category.
I agree that the Gamechanger .68-P requires a bit more attention/technique than the Henson +.
... Thom
Don't know if these compare to the Henson, but they're the mildest I've ever used:
SCS-Model A (so mild & inefficient that I sold it a while back):
Feather Popular (so mild & inefficient that I put it away after 2 uses. So inexpensive that it ain't worth selling but it actually looks charming which makes you want to keep it):
Schick Krona (Vintage but very mild + efficient):
SCS-Model A (so mild & inefficient that I sold it a while back):
Feather Popular (so mild & inefficient that I put it away after 2 uses. So inexpensive that it ain't worth selling but it actually looks charming which makes you want to keep it):
Schick Krona (Vintage but very mild + efficient):
I don't see how any razor could give a more mindless shave than a Gillette SkinGuard. Even electrics are more aggressive.
Oh yeah, agreed, the SCS (The Razor Company) is another good one to mention
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Thanks. I'm definitely checking it out. And thanks for the promo code and heads up on the sale.Yes sir, super safe would be the very affordable Fatip closed comb slant (FCCS). Many here love the open comb version (FOCS) but if you want to play it safe, go FCCS. That is what I use, which is very efficient for my one pass shaves. Give it a try but make sure you go easy the first few shaves so you master the very intuitive slant learning curve.
Promo code JULY2023 gets you 15% off and free shipping at Pasteur Shaving until July 31st
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Thanks. I started with the Feather popular and loved it for what seemed like forever until I didn't love it Pffed it. The Schick Krona I found boring. The SCS I'm still considering, except now it's the TRC I guess.Don't know if these compare to the Henson, but they're the mildest I've ever used:
SCS-Model A (so mild & inefficient that I sold it a while back):
Feather Popular (so mild & inefficient that I put it away after 2 uses. So inexpensive that it ain't worth selling but it actually looks charming which makes you want to keep it):
Schick Krona (Vintage but very mild + efficient):
Other options that I consider mild and are on my top best razors:
Timeless .68 (I have the open comb)
Chiseled Face Legacy
Tatara Masamune (I have the Nodachi with the masamune baseplate and it's mild. The full Masamune is much milder)
Karve (I have the stainless "B" plate open comb which is vey mild. So the "A" plate must be super mild)
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Thanks. I've been massively tempted by the Masamune. And isn't there a Karve AA?
Yes they also have a AA. I've only tried the B OC and the D SB. And the B is super mild to me so I imagine the AA & A must be overboard mild. I also have the G SB but have never tried it as I believe it's too much for me. It came with my razor!
The Tatara is incredible!
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Rockwell 6s/6c plates 1 or 2, with room to grow.
Taking a break from shaving for a bit to let razor burn heal up is a good idea, as running a razor (even a mild one) over bumps is a perfect way to keep irritating the same skin. During those days off good washing, moisturizing and even some light exfoliation can help speed up your healing.
You will get very good at doing this by eye and not a lot of thought with more practice. To make it easier to get there, bowl lathering with a scoop of product pressed into the bottom of a bowl lets you make sure the loading is consistent and then there's one less variable involved.
My most mild razor and lately the most enjoyable, is the Muhle R89. If I’m getting razor burn it’s because I’m going over a spot too many times, and/or going over a spot with too much pressure or no lather. YMMV
If this is identical to the EJ DE89 then it’s more aggressive than the AS-D2.
EJ DE89 head is the same as the R89 head.
The two products don’t get the respect they deserve because the are offensive to some. Just imagine having one product that is completely superior but you just can’t seem to admit it due to tradition and long held beliefs that old fashioned soap and a brush are better. I only use the Beard Lube but the cream looks amazing too.
The iKon X3 would qualify as very safe slant, IMO. It is definitely "mild", meaning that it is gentle on the face and has minimal blade feel. Still, it is plenty efficient. It is aluminum, so it's light, if that is an issue. But it is CNC machined, so the tolerances and fit are very solid. It is also inexpensive; the head only can be had for about 25 bucks, the full razor is more like $40-$45. I find it to be a great shaver, and it is for sure my favorite slant.
The Broman V2 I just received is a mild and shaves like a cartridge razor. I tend to reach for a pivoting razor when I'm lazy or in a rush.
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