In short...I cannot invest the time, money, and practice in a traditional straight which will need honing, stropping, etc. Therefore, the closest option I see available are the Dovo Shavette Straight Razors since they have disposable blades. What do you guys think? Worth giving a shot or better to just stick with my DE? Are there any users on here that use the Dovo Shavette?
I have never used a straight and I need advice from some seasoned users.
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I just got one a week ago, and liked it well enough that I'll be continuing to try to use it. I need to practice NOT cutting myself. In the mean time on the parts of my face that I performed well with the Shavette it was very smooth with a hint of dryness, but no irritation. I think you'll like it plenty, and I'd recommend it just for a try. But I don't believe there is much of a used market for shavettes if you decide that it isn't for you once you've purchased one.
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Which blades are you using? Are you just snapping a DE blade in half or are you using one of the specialized blades Dovo offers?
You can also get a Parker Shavette, and when you get good, the Feather AC models.
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I have seen the Parker ones and they looked cheap. Are the Dovo ones just as cheap? The Feather ones are expensive.....
Seriously... If something were to prevent me from shaving with a straight, I'd go back to my R41 double-edge.
Also consider the Parker SR1 ($20) and Feather Artist Club SS ($140). The Parker uses half DE blades and gets mostly positive reviews. The Feather is excellent. The Dovo received mixed reviews therefore I didn't buy it. For me the shavettes were very helpful at the beginning. YMMV
Cut out some new scales out of plexi and Bam! Instant bling!
Love the fact that the shavette is resting on a coti
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