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A video follow-up to an article I wrote over 4 years ago, about how to get a great shave. The only right way is to shave with a safety razor. It’s better for you, and it’s better for the planet, because the little stainless steel blade you throw away is fully recyclable. There’s no plastic [...]
Mon, June 7 2010 » Safety Razors » 41 Comments
The first thing I want to ask is does it matter what type of blades you use in your safety razor and which brands did you find the best? Second, I like getting a close shave so when I rub my hands on my face it feels smooth. I know you’re suppose to go with [...]
Mon, July 12 2010 » Safety Razors » 5 Comments
I recently decided to try straight razor shaving. I am Asian so I have minimal facial hair (mainly in the mustache/goatee area) and I have sensitive skin. Therefore, I have a lot of questions and I’m hoping someone can clear them up for me. 1. Straight razor or safety razor, is there any real difference [...]
Wed, June 9 2010 » Safety Razors » 4 Comments
I want to buy a Merkur classic double edge safety razor. I live in Houston so I think I should be able to find one somewhere nearby. Does anyone know where I can look? You may also like: Safety Razor and Straight-edge razor
Wed, June 2 2010 » Safety Razors » 1 Comment
In this episode of Masc Minute, Jamie talks about the world renowned brand for Safety Razors from Germany: Merkur. You can find Merkur razors and blades here: www.shopmasc.com You may also like: Parker SR1 Stainless Steel Straight Edge Razor and 5 Shark Super … Parker Safety Razor – 91R Super Heavyweight Double Edge and 10 [...]
Wed, June 2 2010 » Safety Razors » 1 Comment
I want to get my boyfriend a shaving set that has one of those badger brushes and a straight razor but the sets I’ve found are so expensive! I have seen sets that are a lot less expensive but they include something called a safety razor, which seems to be sharper than your average Gillette [...]
Sun, May 23 2010 » Safety Razors » 5 Comments
A few weeks ago I started learning how to wet shave with shaving cream and a double edge razor. It’s a much better shave and lets face it, it’s more manly than shaving with a disposable razor. I’m happy to see another man discovers the benefits of using a safety razor. I also like the [...]
Sat, May 22 2010 » Safety Razors » 25 Comments
I recently found one of my dad’s old Gillette safety razors. On this one, there’s a a knob with numbers from 1-9 that you turn right under the opening of the razor. Anybody know what this is for? I turned it but I couldn’t see anything taking place within the razor? You may also like: [...]
Tue, May 18 2010 » Safety Razors » 4 Comments
What do you use to style your goatee or other facial hair? Mach 3 razor, Safety Razor, straight razor, Mustache Trimmer? [avhamazon wishlist="DEKOO1JBWX5P" locale="US" asin="B000RJUZMW" linktype="pic" picsize="medium"] You may also like: Susana Goudy » Blog Archive » Merkur Model 178 Classic Safety … Parker 12R Buffalo Horn Handle Double Edge Safety Razor | Merkur razor [...]
Thu, May 13 2010 » Safety Razors » 2 Comments
Kind of a stupid question, I know, but I ask because I’m going to be traveling with only carry-on and I’m going to California, so I need my razor. TSA says “safety razors” may be carried on. But what’s a safety razor? Thanks much! [avhamazon wishlist="DEKOO1JBWX5P" locale="US" asin="B0028FNNI6" linktype="pic-text" picsize="medium"] You may also like: 100 [...]
Sat, May 8 2010 » Safety Razors » 9 Comments
Buy the Merkur Progress and the Parker 90R from Amazon. The “Techmatic” razor I mention in this video is actually a “Superspeed.” How to make the transition to shaving with a single-blade razor. Check my production blog at mantic59.blogspot.com Related Discussions Norelco Cool Skin Razor – 8020X | Best Price Shavers For Men First Amazon [...]
Tue, May 4 2010 » Safety Razors » 25 Comments
Where could I pick up a double edged safety razor and some spare blades for a reasonably low price? Related Discussions Philips Norelco RQ10 Shaving Unit | Best Price Shavers For Men Accessories and spare parts for Braun razors | Braun Electric Shavers Buy Cheap Stanley 10-099 6-Inch Classic 99 Retractable Utility …
Mon, May 3 2010 » Safety Razors » 2 Comments
Adjustable safety razors: what they are and how to use them. Related Discussions
Fri, April 30 2010 » Safety Razors » 27 Comments
Wed, April 28 2010 » Safety Razors » 1 Comment
How to use a Merkur Futur safety razor. www.bettershaving.com – Buy safety razors, after shave or read about tips and tricks for shaving with a double edge safety razor. Related Discussions 100 7a.m. Platinum Double Edge Safety Razor Blades | Best Electric … Lost Art of Shaving… Like a man! | America has a new [...]
Mon, April 26 2010 » Safety Razors » 3 Comments
