I want to buy my brother a razor for Xmas and get him away from cartridges. I know this question has been asked 1000 times, but would you name one or two Entry Level razors that aren't high end or expensive, please. Thanks in advance!
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Rockwell 6C. $54 right now. Gives you all 6 settings (3 plates).… if you want to go cheaper, the Rockwell 2c comes with a single plate (the 1-3 setting).
you can even save an additional 10% off the current sales prices by using a valid discount code… like one of the several YouTubers that have them. For example, Ohio Shaves channel.
you can even save an additional 10% off the current sales prices by using a valid discount code… like one of the several YouTubers that have them. For example, Ohio Shaves channel.
Razorock game changer 68 is a great option, he can always get different plates
Merkur 34c (been around since 1935) or a Muhle R89 (since 2010).
The 34c is probably the most popular modern DE razor of all time.
The R89 a close second.
I started DE shaving with the 34c 8 years ago.
The 34c is probably the most popular modern DE razor of all time.
The R89 a close second.
I started DE shaving with the 34c 8 years ago.
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The Chinese Gillette Super Blue or vintage Gillette Tech.
Henson +
Karve Bison
Colonial CR-7 mild or medium plate
These are not necessarily beginner razors but should be easy to use coming from a cartridge. They are all aluminum so just a little heavier than what he’s used to.
Karve Bison
Colonial CR-7 mild or medium plate
These are not necessarily beginner razors but should be easy to use coming from a cartridge. They are all aluminum so just a little heavier than what he’s used to.
Henson gets my vote
@kaufdrop27 and @gdawg55 are right, the Henson is a much better bet. I take back my Game Changer recommendation, unless you only want a traditional looking razor.
Here are some great options:
Some even better options (but a bit more expensive):
- Muhle R89 ~$30 on shaving.ie (made of zinc alloy)
- Merkur 42c ~ $26 on castlerockshaving.com (made of zinc alloy)
Some even better options (but a bit more expensive):
- Razorock GameChanger 68P ~$55 on italianbarber.com (fully CNC machine 316L stainless steel: will last several lifetimes)
- Rockwell 6c ~ $44.99 at therazorcompany.com (still zinc alloy but offers 6 different efficiency / aggression settings to choose from so you can be sure whoever you are buying it for will find one that works for them)
- Merkur Progress ~ $57 (with the 12% sale) at therazorcompany.com (still zinc alloy but fully adjustable, so again the person you are buying it for can adjust the efficiency / aggression on the fly during the shave)
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Thank you for being so inclusive!
I'll put in an endorsement for the Pearl Flexi. Specifically, the solid safety bar version.
Mine's the open comb, shown there in a gratuitous attempt to sway your opinion by showing a bit of leg. But I recommend the solid bar.
Adjustable is just better. And don't overlook the "gadget" factor. Clever devices have a appeal and will be just a bit more likely to get him into the act. The Pearl Flexi comes with that stand and 50 Willy's blades.
Just depends on what you consider high end or expensive.
Mine's the open comb, shown there in a gratuitous attempt to sway your opinion by showing a bit of leg. But I recommend the solid bar.
Adjustable is just better. And don't overlook the "gadget" factor. Clever devices have a appeal and will be just a bit more likely to get him into the act. The Pearl Flexi comes with that stand and 50 Willy's blades.
Just depends on what you consider high end or expensive.
Henson Mild for starting out.
And the exact same razor used a little steep when a little more oomph is desired.
And the exact same razor used a little steep when a little more oomph is desired.
Merkur 34C HD with a pack of Astra SP blades and Porasso shave cream (I prefer the blue tube, but the green and white are nice too)...all of that will offer a very mild, smooth, clean shave.
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That is actually the package I was thinking on getting him !! Thanks.
Henson or razorock
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I also regard Razorock Gamechanger as the benchmark for quality and price.
As for Henson, there may be an opportunity to cater to his original habit of using ink cartridges, which is also a good entry angle.
Or, if you can find a vintage Gillette that was born in the same year as his, or that once appeared in his favorite movie, it will also be very precious to him and highlight your intentions.
As for Henson, there may be an opportunity to cater to his original habit of using ink cartridges, which is also a good entry angle.
Or, if you can find a vintage Gillette that was born in the same year as his, or that once appeared in his favorite movie, it will also be very precious to him and highlight your intentions.
