Recommendation for next Razor

Discussion in 'Safety Razors' started by Bowler Mike, Nov 23, 2014.

  1. Bowler Mike

    Bowler Mike Well-Known Member

    I have been wet shaving since August and having been trying different razors and would like to get a modern this time. I have a few razors my favorites in order.
    1. Gillette Sheraton
    2. Gillette Slim on 4
    3. Gillette Ball Tech Canadian W4 1951 / Micro Touch One Tie for 3rd place.

    I really like the Weber but am concerned with quality from I read they send out a lot of bad heads. I also like Merkur's 34 and 38c's. Any recommendations would be helpful.
     
  2. Darkbulb

    Darkbulb Cookie Hoarder

    I'm partially biased because it was my first modern razor - but I'd throw the Edwin Jagger DE89 into the hat.
    Fantastic quality/plating and if you like your Slim around a 4 then the EJDE89 should be pretty close to that level of aggressiveness.
     
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  3. Herm2502

    Herm2502 off to elf practice

    DE89 is a very nice shave.

    Also, if you like the OC Sheraton check out a Gillette NEW, a very nice shave!
     
  4. david of central florida

    david of central florida Rhubarb Rubber

    20141025_092704-1.jpg I'm very happy with the Matador.
    worth a look.
     
  5. theFAT98

    theFAT98 Well-Known Member

    Ej de89.
     
  6. Jayaruh

    Jayaruh The Cackalacky House Pet

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  7. RaZorBurn123

    RaZorBurn123 waiting hardily...............

    How about a slant? Mix it up a bit.
     
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  8. Mr. Shaverman

    Mr. Shaverman Well-Known Member

    Merkur also make nice modern razors.
     
  9. Tattoobob

    Tattoobob Well-Known Member

    EJ89 was my first DE razor, really nice.
     
  10. JR Reyes

    JR Reyes I scream for....chicken wings??

    I'm not sure what your price range is, or if you want stainless steel, but maggards has some good deals. I will toss another vote in the hat for Matador or a shavecraft.
     
  11. ObiDon

    ObiDon member in questionable standing

    I would get a Feather stainless DS2. It will last forever. But I think the Gillette adjustables are the best razors you could ever want to shave with. If you are a collector get one of everything in an origional package.
     
  12. Bowler Mike

    Bowler Mike Well-Known Member

    Never considered a slant. How aggressive are they? I don't think I want anything more than medium aggressive range.
     
  13. mikewood

    mikewood Well-Known Member

  14. RaZorBurn123

    RaZorBurn123 waiting hardily...............

    I have the iKon Shavecraft 102, it's mid aggressive, I use it everyday with no nicks, no irration. Since I've had it I haven't put it down.
     
  15. JR Reyes

    JR Reyes I scream for....chicken wings??

    +1. Ikon shavecraft 102 is a keeper. Which blade do you like to pair it with? I have had great results with with GSB, Polsilver, and Feathers.
     
  16. RaZorBurn123

    RaZorBurn123 waiting hardily...............

    My blade of choice is a Ladas. Right now I'm trying out different blades.
     
  17. RaZorBurn123

    RaZorBurn123 waiting hardily...............

    Here's the iKon Shavecraft 102 head on a iKon handle. This is my razor.
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  18. TideFan195

    TideFan195 Member

    I am a big fan of the Merkurs. I would recommend either the HD, or the long-handle. The slant is definitely a more aggressive shaver.
     
  19. VedderLG

    VedderLG Well-Known Member

    RR Stealth Slant is a mild but efficient shaver. They are hard to get, but for those interested apparently there is a lot going up today or tomorrow on the IB site as per Joe.
     
  20. Darkbulb

    Darkbulb Cookie Hoarder

    Doesn't that get in the way though? When you eat and stuff?
     
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