First safety razor for a newbie
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Gillette SS
No question -- the ultimate newb's razor! 
Vintage: Gillette SS, Gillette Tech, Gillette Slim
New: Merkur HD, Edwin Jagger 89
New: Merkur HD, Edwin Jagger 89
The Edwin Jagger DE 89L. IMHO it's the best razor for the money.
1st off do you want new or vintage? You can get a vintage Gillette Tech or SS for not a lot of money. It all depends on you.
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how about merkur 23c? thats what i use.
Edwin Jagger DE89811
I suggest to try Wilsonson or Merkurs plastic razors
They are not agressive and good for learning how to shave
They are not agressive and good for learning how to shave
any EJ 89's. best bang 4 buck imo. great razors too!
couldnt have said it better
Yeah, I definitely would start with a Vintage Gillette Super Speed. (Flare Tip) Then you can move to a Gillette Tech for a less aggressive shave, or a Red Tip if you prefer a more aggressive shave, then go from there. You can usually do pretty well on a Flare Tip, or a Tech on the Bay. You will probably pay more for a red tip.
Good Luck
Good Luck
Vintage Gillette Gold Tech, they can be found for $10.00 on ebay and provide a good forgiving shave. I started with the Merkur 34C, thinking a new razor was the way to go. While it's a great shaver, the money you'll spend on one could get you several vintage razors if you shop right.
YMMV... but I've tried a few vintage and new. I ended up with my EJ89L and the rest are collecting dust. The only problem with the Edwin Jagger is it is just too shiny and pretty. I sometimes find myself cruising into the bathroom to stare at. I might even pick it up and start polishing out any minute water spots or flecks of dust. You start to think you are developing a mental problem!!!!
for 10.00 get a Lord 1822 in the vendor corner NTGuy sells them
This is a pretty good selection. I might also add the Merkur 38C (my first) to the list of new razors to consider.
