New Razor, need Veteran assistance.

Discussion in 'Welcome Center' started by FacialCarnage, Jan 17, 2013.

  1. FacialCarnage

    FacialCarnage Well-Known Member

    I have been DE shaving for a few months now and am ready to move on do a different razor. I have found out the things that I like out of certain razors and would like to buy a *new* razor. Maybe Muhel, Merkur, EJ....one of there models. I would like to enlist the help of you veterans. I want a razor that is suitable for shaving every day of the week. I had heard that feather makes a great razor for people who have to shave daily, but that is out of my price range. Also I do not want something with an open comb or butterfly opening. Keep in mind that I am also still a Beginner. If you would be so kind as to drop a suggestion or two and why, me and my face would greatly appreciate it.
     
  2. iambatman85

    iambatman85 Well-Known Member

    I would go with the Merkur Progress. If I was in the market for a new razor thats what I would get. Its a two piece razor that is also adjustable. With it being adjustable you can find the range that will allow you to shave with comfort everyday.
     
  3. Neolithium

    Neolithium I am Canadian, eh

    +1 For the Progress :)
     
  4. 178-bplatoon

    178-bplatoon Well-Known Member

    Based on what you are saying I would recommend an Edwin Jagger 89lbl. I have the bl and while I don't like the handle(I've heard the lbl handle is better) the shave head is about the "Best" I've ever used. It's mild, efficient, user friendly and more than capable of delivering a BBS shave. You get one of the best 3 piece razors out there for a very reasonable cost. The Muhle 89 is basically the same razor, but usually costs more. Merkur does makes more models, but I still lean towards the EJ. For the price difference the EJ is I.M.O. a better deal than the Parker. I have a Parker 97R Hefty also, while I like the Parker handle better than the bl, I find the EJ head gives me a better,smoother shave of course "YMMV". If you'd like to step up "at least in price" some there is the Weber SS. I have one with the polished SS shave head,but other than being SS I don't find the shave any better than the EJ. The Weber BullDog and Wave handles are absolutely EXCELLENT especially for the price! Hope this helps you some.........:) If you have any other questions and I can help feel free to ask....
     
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  5. FacialCarnage

    FacialCarnage Well-Known Member

    That really helped, I will be doing some research into all of the ones listed. I wrote them all in my little sketch book with room for my own notes. I think architecture school has made me a little OCD about sketching and notes and basically just keeping a journal. While I have always done that, school required it.

    If anyone else has any other suggestions based on what I listed, I'm all ears. Thanks Gents!
     
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  6. Heloguy

    Heloguy Well-Known Member

    i just picked up a EJ DE89811 yesterday. shaved with it this morning. excellent BBS shavewith 3 passes. 1 WTG 1 XTG and 1ATG with minor touch ups.
     
  7. FacialCarnage

    FacialCarnage Well-Known Member

    Isn't that one open comb?
     
  8. FacialCarnage

    FacialCarnage Well-Known Member

    Good call on the EJ 89lbl, this thing is beautiful. Checking out some reviews and a couple of the others you all suggested.
     
  9. jeraldgordon

    jeraldgordon TSD's Mascot

    The Merkur Progress is a sensible call, since it is adaptable to all beard types. Beyond that, specific recommendations make no sense without knowing more about your beard type. For instance, I have the Edwin Jagger, and while it is a beautiful piece, it is just too mild to give this old, tough beard a decent shave without about 5 passes! For the next guy, it is the ideal razor.

    I like the Weber, because it is more aggressive, and yet somehow treats your face with respect. Gillette NEW is similar. Intrigued by the new Cadet/Razorock types. These might all be too aggressive for a lighter beard.

    So, you see the problem? What beard/skin type are you?
     
  10. Heloguy

    Heloguy Well-Known Member

    No. It's a CC. The same head as the Muhle 106,107. It had the chrome octagonal handle.
    I also have a Merkur 25. That one is an OC.
     
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  11. Ryan B

    Ryan B Knight of the Soapocracy

    I've been thinking about getting a DE89 myself.
     
  12. swarden43

    swarden43 "It's your shave. Enjoy it your way."©

    Some great advice so far, so I'll just address what you wrote above - once you perfect your technique, there isn't a razor out there that you can't use everyday of the week.

    By the way, why wouldn't you want an OC or TTO (what you called a butterfly)? Just curious, that's all.
     
  13. FacialCarnage

    FacialCarnage Well-Known Member

    I have very sensitive skin, but have to shave daily for work. My beard is not thick, but the hair is somewhat course. I want a razor that is closed comb, not a butterfly head, that is capable of getting a bbs shave, but not crazy aggresive and won't irritate my skin w/ daily shaves.
     
  14. FacialCarnage

    FacialCarnage Well-Known Member

    Not sure what those abbv. are, but I want 3 piece, not one that opens up and you place a razor inside. I'm sure you are correct that with technique any razor works, but what I'm asking for is suggestions for razors that have the things I prefer.
     
  15. swarden43

    swarden43 "It's your shave. Enjoy it your way."©

  16. Heloguy

    Heloguy Well-Known Member

    OC=Open Comb
    CC=Closed Comb
     
  17. FacialCarnage

    FacialCarnage Well-Known Member

    Right on, thx bud. CC/TTO then!
     
  18. swarden43

    swarden43 "It's your shave. Enjoy it your way."©

    I see you did want a three-piece CC. A TTO is one piece.
     
  19. FacialCarnage

    FacialCarnage Well-Known Member

    Yessir!
     
  20. Queen of Blades

    Queen of Blades Mistress of Mischief Staff Member

    Moderator Supporting Vendor
    What razor(s) have you used so far?
     

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