Less Aggressive Razor for newbie?
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Start here on B/S/T and find a '40s (my favorite) or '50s generation Super Speed or a Tech (ball-end or fat handle). Both mild razors and IMHO almost mistake-proof. The Merkur HD is a fine razor but maybe a bit more challenging when you're starting out. Get you technique nailed and you'll be able to use most any DE with no harm. Good luck!
+1. Though I don't think the HD is a bad razor to start with, based on its reputation, having not yet used it myself, looking around the B/S/T is a great idea. You will find lots of different razors to choose from. But do a little research. Use Google, online vendors, and the review portion of this website to get a few ideas of what razors you would like to try, and how they might suit your beard and face.
Welcome, and good luck!
A vintage 1950's Blue-tip Super-Speed (eBay or the BST) is an amazingly smooth and easy razor to use. I wish I had had one when I started out.
2nding the above advice, any of the Superspeeds, or a Gillette Tech should be fairly mild. These can be had our Buy/Sell/Trade section for less than $20.00.
If you want to buy new, the mildest razor made is the Weishi, which is a Superspeed clone, and should set you back around $15.00.
If you want to buy new, the mildest razor made is the Weishi, which is a Superspeed clone, and should set you back around $15.00.
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How thoughtless of me to not offer when I posted. PM me your address and I'll give you a '40s or '50s Super Speed - your choice!
Slant loaded whit a brand new Feather blade.
Slant loaded whit a brand new Feather blade.
Evil!
Texbilly is exactly correct. I would add only that the 40's Superspeed is probably the easiest and most fun to use DE out there, so that would be my first choice. As he said, it is almost mistake proof.
Enjoy!
I wouldn't worry until you've tried the HD with a few different blades. HDs aren't particularly aggressive if you ask me, odds are you'll have no problems.
+1 for the Tech, check the B/S/T. I just sold one for ten bux. Cheap and very well made and noob proof.
Agree with all who recommend a Tech. That razor has been good to me so far
Randall
GO LSU
Randall
GO LSU
Or a Merkur 23c...
They're awesome razors I tell ya! The only DE that can still make me gaze longingly at it.
They're awesome razors I tell ya! The only DE that can still make me gaze longingly at it.
+1 for SS or Tech and you will be fine.
im new too, ive got the HD and so far so good although ive got nothing to compare it to until my super speed shows up. I will say the Feathers checked me when i got too confident.
I highly recommend the Gillette Tech.
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A SS, Tech or Gillette adjustable (Slim or Fat) have been great for me, yet all shave differently.
John
