5 Best Safety Razors if You Only Wanted One
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- čas přidán 19. 08. 2022
- Whats your one safety razor for life? When it comes to the wet shaving hobby we tend to get caught up in the "latest and greatest" when it comes to safety razors and soaps and splashes. Chasing the dragon for the best shave ever and trying to improve everything. So we acquire dozens of safety razors and pounds of soaps and splashes. I think, if you wanted to you could have just one razor....FOR LIFE!
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What’s your “one” razor?
Rockwell T2 is my only one for now if I had to choose. After that the Gillette Super 109 or 84 would be my choice. They shave allot nicer then the Slim and Fatboy do. It's easier to get BBS with them.
@@RobertNES816 thanks Robert! I’ll have to check out your other vintage recommendations
@@GregTardif I think you'll like them. They're more aggressive at every setting but have a more controlled blade feel. I'm sure you've tried the slim and 195 at higher settings only to notice you only get more blade feel but the razor doesn't really shave any closer. With the Super Adjustables they actually get really close if you want them. Almost as aggressive as the T2 can get at setting 5 or 6 except the T2 still feels smoother in my experience.
Gotcha! Yes! Thank you
Rex Ambassador. It did hurt my wallet when I ordered it. But I soon forgot about it as soon I took it out of the box.
This guys is wholesome af❤️
I have about 10 DE razors and the one that I go to most often is my Merkur Progress. For some reason it's just the easiest to shave with. You don't have to be overly careful with it, it's adjustable and you can put inexpensive blades in it and it gives a great shave every time.
Nice!
Hi Greg. My new favourite is the Leaf Thorn razor. It uses single edge half blades so you can snap your favourite in half and use it. You get twice as many shaves from your blades as they are halved. The thorn is medium aggression and gives a great close shave. It has a small head that is great for those difficult places like under your nose. It's also really easy to load and clean. I bought the Leaf Twig at the same time but it's quite a mild razor so I prefer the Thorn. The Twig is great for those quick morning shaves before work. Thanks for your video.
I really like the Henson AL13 aluminum razor, it gives me a very smooth and close shave without the scrapping sensation. I always use a shaving brush and Williams Shaving soap and will often shave while in the shower, the best shave ever.
Hey Greg, I really like the rockwell, but I have been shaving with the parker semi slant for my first pass and rockwell , plate 3, for second and third passes. Great results for me!
That’s pretty cool!
I have the Merkur 38C and 39C. Both long-handle versions of the 34C and 37C. These razors are simplicity itself, nothing mechanical to wear out and easy to clean.
Please
I have PROGRES it is excellent razor
But 39 c SLANT what is that?
It is agresiv razor ?
I will shave every day..
It is razor for 2-3 days or for every day
Regards
Top video! I do enjoy my Muhle R41 Open comb for when it's a few days growth.
Tried a few razors and I always go back to my trusted Rockwell 6 s mainly plate 4 , over 4 days growth plate 6, so smooth , no irritation etc and nothing beats the Rockwell ATG imo of course 👍
That’s a great opinion, thanks for sharing it
Another great video, bud! Glad that these razors are still treating you well. I have been using the Razorock Game Changer with the milder .68 "Safety Bar" base plate (as opposed to the Open Comb plate) for the past few shaves and man...I might have finally found my perfect razor. Plus, for the past few shaves I had been using a Rapira Platinum Lux razorblade and still using a Perma-Sharp blade, and I've never had a more comfortable shave in my life. I'm using the Game Changer now more than my 6S or 6C because of the .68 SB plate alone, it's so smooth for me with the right razorblade and just...effortless. If I have a heavy beard growth, I use the Open Comb on the first pass to knock the hair down fast, but the rest of the shave I just go back to the SB plate and it's just smooth sailing until the end. 😊
I'm thinking, though -- since seeing Matt's recent video on the plating process that Razor Emporium does -- I might send Razor Emporium my Rockwell 6S at some point and get a rhodium finish on it because the 6S is still a tad more "rough" of a shaving experience with the stainless steel matte finish, and I like the smooth action that my Game Changer and 6C give me as I shave more and more. Having a 6S with a killer finish and smooth rhodium base plates...I think that would be the best thing ever! 😊
Thanks for sharing, I'm glad you're getting great shaves with the Game Changer. I like both of those blades as well. I bet a 6S in the rhodium finish would be amazing (both looks and shave)
Hi Greg. I prefer safety razors with a bit of weight to them and I've tried quite few in recent years but if I had to pick one it would be the Merkur Progress short with Gillette Silver Blue or Astra green blade. Enjoyable close shave with good audible blade feedback (which I like) and adjustable to suit everyone's individual needs (mild to aggressive) without breaking the bank. Zero irritation and also, with the added bonus of being compact enough to take away on holidays. It's been around since the 1950's (for good reason) but some of the hype that goes into the 'latest and greatest' new razors (which I've tried) and trust me most are not that good as people make out. I wasn't overlly impressed with Rockwell 6c gunmetal , sure its good razor and extremely well built, it looks beautiful but there is very little feedback (probably due to the plates being so thick) and found it a bit boring (disengaging) to shave with and not as close a shave or engaging as the Progress overall. The Twig did intrigue me as I already have loads of single blades so I bit the bullet and bought one (in gold for a change) but yet to try it out. Time will tell if it makes it to my rotation or becomes another unused relic collecting dust on the shelf of disillusion.😁
One is tough. I'm currently down to 5 and will be going down to 3. Ti Blackbird, Ti Vector, Alum Karve Overlander
Good choices for "just one" razor, I'd go with RockWell 6c/s for just one, it's versatile and easy to use. For "fixed heads" alternatives: Karve Overlander, Merkur 34c and Yaqi "Mellon" SLOC.👍🤠🤟
Thanks for sharing! Fixed heads are the hardest if you were to pick “just one”
It's the T2 for me. I also have the slim and black beauty which I love. I have the Henson which is great for traveling because it's light and doesn't take space and is very good with a feather.
oh very cool. I like the twig for travel (now that I have the case for it)
i’m considering buying the T2 next for my first adjustable
I have been using the Razorock Game Changer both versions and using them both makes an excellent choice for comfort and efficiency and the cost for the two is less them any other high end stainless razor. They are well made and well finished and of course shave great. Thanks for all your videos
Thanks for the kudos and recommendation Game Changer keeps popping up on this one…
Great choice of handles also
I have the 6s and like it enough but I use a Gamechanger .68 much more often. I prefer the smaller head and overall balance.
My Top 5: PAA Meta-4, Rockwell 6S 3 plate, Karve B plate and Blackland Era 3 plate (these all have full blade clamping very close to the edge - I didn’t realize this until a few days ago) and the Fatboy / Slim Adjustable. I get perfect shaves with all of these but if I could only pick one it would have to be the 6S in case my skin changes in the future and I need less or more efficiency!
Nice list! Yeah having the flexibility of the 6s keeps it a front runner
@@GregTardif and I can’t diminish how amazing the Karve is, it’s like a super boutique like a Timeless at a much lower price. The 6S may edge it only because 3 plates and 6 settings come standard where you have to spend $ to get that from Karve but wow the Christopher Bradley is sensational. Ignoring versatility, the PAA Meta-4 is the most efficient and at the same time most comfortable razor I have ever used - it’s also amazing to me!
You should try the Muhle Rocca (i have cork handle) if u haven't already. Great shave Greg.
I love my Rockwell 6C. One of my favorite out of my 10 or so safety razor collection
The Rockwell 6C is indeed quite nice. And not too expensive.
I’ve only tried 2 different safety razors but I feel like the Rockwell 6c sucks at least compared to my second razor
@@tonymontona2284 What's your second razor? I might like to give it a try.
@don4476 I'm sure you've heard of it since it's also quite popular. It's a Muhle r89. I'm currently looking into a r41 open comb since I've been reading it Provides a bit of a closer shave..
I have bought a couple of 'expensive' razors such as the Rockwell 6S and the Henson AL13 but the 'merica razor by wetshavingclub impressed the hell out of me and is my favorite razor. A few months ago there wasn't a 'Machined' finish option so I'm sad I did not get that option as the only option out there was the Stonewash finish but it gives me great shaves. It's a medium aggressive for me and it's perfect. I am happy with my merica razor purchase. You also have the option to remove the flag which is nice for those who just want the simple design of a nice razor
Oh very cool! I have a Yates Razor coming soon that I am pretty excited about. They make the merica razor for wet shaving club I believe
I just got the Henson A13 and I love it. My bias is, I came from using cartridges, so I don't have the addiction to heavy razors die hard safety razor fans have. I don't have an insane amount of growth but my face and neck can be tricky to shave. Light touch, single pass, no cuts, smooth, I am happy.
Nice list and review. 316ss is a grade of austenitic stainless steel, FYI. If I had to pick one it would be the Overlander. Smooth, mild feel, yet efficient razor!
Thanks for clearing that up! Sounds like a nice razor
@@GregTardif what can I say, I’m an enginerd
The Karve Overlander in brass is my absolute favourite. We just understand each other.
That’s awesome Tony! I have my first brass razor coming soon. I’m very excited to try it. Thank you for sharing
Can confirm that the Rockwell 6C in gunmetal holds up really well. Great razor, but has thick head which can make under the nose a challenge. But my go to are the Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Double Open Comb / Accession Select. Both are extremely reasonably priced, mild, with the Accession being slightly more efficient. The DOC is a lamb which easily makes excellent use of a Feather without fear, while the Accession might be a little too aggressive with the Feather but works very well with Astra blue or Permasharp, YMMV.
Great video Greg, I now have all of the same razors you have in your top 5 pick except the 5th one in the nice travel case. I will highly recommend that you pick up the RazoRock Lupo 95 and the Gamechanger .84. These are very great quality stainless steel razors that are reasonably priced.
Thanks mike! Happy to have a shave twin 👍 I have the razorock razors on the radar for sure
@@GregTardif awesome, the .68 Gamechanger is too mild. My son uses that one. So my go to is the .84 Gamechanger. The Lupo 95 is a slight step up from the Gamechanger but both very efficient and for 69.00 it’s not too bad an the pocket.
I agree. With you too I love both of that RR razors
I only have 1 safety razor; 1959 gillette fatboy. Found at an antique market for 25.00. Cleaned, ran some mineral oil through it, works true.
My favorite safety razor is the Manscaped Plow 2.0
Gréât reviews. You’re my go to safety razor guy.
Thanks Eric!
Greg, My go to is the Goodfellas Smile Syntesi, .62 gap, low profile head and a smooth shaver, can’t go wrong.
Interesting video Greg, You have some nice razors there and I have a few that are the same like the Gillette Fatboy & slim and they give reasonable good shaves and use them through out the year.
Some resent razors I own and enjoy using & that really work well for me and are affordable for most are the Razorock 316 SS 2nd generation Lupo.72 and the Yaqi adjustable TFC are fine razors for every day shaving or periodically shaving use.
Have a great day!
Thanks for sharing! I hope you have a great day too
Blackland's SS Blackbird is my only DE razor for the past 5 months. After the first 5 shaves with the blackbird I decided to sell all my other DE razors and never looked back.
Thats a big statement. I have heard great things about those razors.
I Have around 10 safety razors; Múlle, Rockwell, Parker (Bakerlite) etc. The one I have been using exclusively though for the last 200 years is the Icon B1 Comb Head with the extra long Icon knurled stick. My brush for the last 1000 years or so, or 2014 at least is the Semogue 1470 Boar 21mm knot and 50mm loft. As soft as you like after you've dialed it in and its probably only shed a handful of hairs in the time. It is also just the right size for a brush, most brushes are ridiculously oversized!
Thanks for sharing! A good boar can sure hold its knit together. 1000 years is a long time 😮
Murkur Futur for me. I've owned it for about 3 years but I've only been using it for about 3 months. Because initially I felt intimidated by the thing. I use it every morning on setting two and a half. Shaves like a dream.
I’m glad you like it!
Nice list Greg! There are some on there I’d like to try especially the Alpha. I have already chosen just one though, the Rex Ambassador is always the right choice for me. No matter how many days growth it can get me comfortably smooth in two or three passes. I use the others occasionally just to prove to myself they weren’t a waste of money. I still like the Tatara Nodache and the 6S and the Muramasa a lot. Most of the time I just want to show up for work or a special occasion looking and feeling great and the Ambassador with a Gillette Silver Blue blade gets me there every time.
Nice! Thanks for sharing. Hard to choose but seems like you worked through it
Great lineup Greg! My lineup would be:
Rex Ambassador
Gillette Super Adjustable 84 (my uncle’s old razor)
Karve Christopher Bradley razor (any of them)
Blackland Blackbird (any of them)
Rockwell 6C
Good list! Could you pick just one though?
@@GregTardif leaving sentimental reasons aside, the Rex Ambassador. I can dial it all the way up and take off a beard that has been there for weeks, or dial it down and daily shave with it in relative comfort. It’s durable, has amazing built quality and grip, and no blade chatter at all, no matter the setting. It’s really a work of art.
@@nydieselinfl Yeah I got the Rex Envoy XL… Love everything about it, and most importantly it’s MADE IN THE USA 🇺🇸
I bought a Henson AL13 a few months ago and really like it. It's also not too expensive (it's about $70).
Awesome! Glad you like it
I love it too
First starter was gillette king c. After using the Rockwell 6c if i had to choose based on my limited sample size, FOR LIFE then i would go stainless with the 6s.
Like most of us here (I suspect), I have over 30 razors including all the gillette classics and the 'standard' ones we are all told are must haves. I can say with confidence that there is one that I could choose for my only one, as it is the one I reach for almost exclusively anyway. That is the Merkur Progress. I am always mystified that it seems so underrated and mentioned so little. Decent price, outstanding efficiency, (I have never adjusted it above a 3), super kind to my face and adjustable without switching plates. Yes I have a Rockwell 6, it's great but as I said, the Progress can adjust simply by twisting the handle. Outstanding shave every time, very minimal bleeders, a real winner. Beyond that, I started my wet shave journey with a Muhle R89 and still favor that one as well. Just a nice gentle easy razor, perhaps too gentle for some. I want to love my R41, but we have a mercurial love/hate relationship at best! lol
One of these days I’ll get my hands on a progress.
Thanks for sharing. I have yet to try a Muhle too…
I have a Muhle R41 that I just used this morning. I put a Feather blade in it, then sacrificed a goat on the alter of the shaving gods, and then guided it down my face carefully using only gravity and prayers. The result was a shave of a two day stubble that was so close I don't think I'll have to shave tomorrow. I did do a second pass with a Feather AS-D2 but it was the R41 that really did the work.
Exactly that about Meekur Progress.
About Future one it take place of more agressive adjust. Is not as gently as Progress is.
Never felt sorry for spe ding money on both.
It funny when i look at both before shaving to decide who will remove the facial hair this week.. 😉
As for blades, Feather last a lot less than Gillette Platinum. Dear, how good these blades are!!
I do let the beard grow periodically, so if I had to choose one single DE razor, it would be an open comb one. For me, that would be the vintage Gillette "The New" short comb. I do hope to pair it with a Karve handle at some point. That would give it the heft that I prefer. I would probably go with the 3" handle, which is about the length of the original Gillette common bar handle. I have been using a Durham Duplex handle on this head. IIRC, this is roughly a 40 gram 3" long handle. It does the trick on a budget.
If I could have two DE razors, I would add my vintage English Gillette Aristocrat Jr., this is the full brass version. It is my favorite variant of the Super Speed or Rocket family, so far. It gives a very smooth and moderately efficient shave, with useful blade feel. It just feels marvelous in the hand, and was definitely overbuilt. The heavy solid baseplate makes a difference in this razor. These were sold in Canada in plastic "SuperSpeed" cases, and in the UK in special cases as "Aristocrat Jr's."
Very nice choices!
Cool! I thought I was gonna see your parker variat there. Great list!
i should use that razor more often. I have so many razors that I havent used in months...should probably get rid of some.
@@GregTardif we've all been there... but it's not an addiction, it's a collection 😁💈😂
thanks for the video great. I'm looking for my first safety razor and was wondering if you recommend one. Something in a starter budget razor maybe. Thanks again for posting the video I liked it.
Thanks Jeff, a lot of people start with the King C Gillette.
I've only ever owned two. The first was a Van der Hagen. It was horrible and I nicked myself on the regular. I've since switched to a Merkur 34C with Personna blue blades for the last 10 years. It's inexpensive and easy to use. I'd recommend it to anyone new to it.
Impossible to pick just one but based on my appreciation of the Twig, I suspect the Thorn would be my one to rule them all. I just have to purchase it to confirm that.
Thanks Patrick! Solid choice. I’m still working through the thorn right now.
If I could only have one safety razor I would have a hard time choosing between my British 1957 Gillette Flare Tip and my Schick Krona!
These two are my favorites, and I have cirka thirty safety razors, two shavettes and eight straight razors.
I have 2 Rockwells, the T2 and the 6S; 4 Merkurs including the Vision 2000 (the Executioner); 3 Hensons, one being the Ti; 2 Weishi's, an old Gillette from the 50's used for pre-op shaves and an old Wilkinson Sword. I will give them all a go every now and then (except for the Vision, because I'm scared of it) but, I always end up using my Feather AS-D2 Stainless with Feather blades. It's my 'Safety' razor.
Great video Greg but the one razor that you don't have no more would be the one and only I would keep the Rex ambassador XL does what any other razors do it's like having 20 razors in one
I hear ya! I did add it at the end of the video with the Konsul
I don't have that many razors, but if I had to choose, then it would be a coin toss between my Rockwell 6C/S and my Edwin Jagger DE 89.
But, if I ever manage to get an Overlander, I have a feeling that it could be my one and only.
nice! both good choices. Yeah seems anyone with the overlander is in absolute love with it.
Razorock Lupo DualComb.....that is the ONE I would choose
My daily razor is a 1964 Gillette Slim Aristocrat. It’s a dream to use.
Nice!!
Feather ASD2 is the perfect razor and it's so pretty with the stand
nice! I haven't tried that one yet but hear good things form the people that have it.
What are the design differences to observe in thes of a DE shaver. Do a video on that.
I don’t know what razor I would choose from the ones I have, but it was probably the Mühle Rocca.
I have and agree with Slim, FatBoy, and both Rockwell 6S and 6C. I found the Rockwell T2 a good razor but overly wide with “dead zones” and just a bit ungainly and so it’s on permanent loan until we sell it. I would add add RazoRock BBS and it has several baseplates including mild, somewhat more aggressive, and open comb - it’s beautiful with its “arch” and an extremely comfortable shave with enough efficiency. I tried to like the Outlaw but even the mild version almost always drew blood🩸on my uneven chin. I sold the heads but keep the beautiful and perfectly knurled handle.
Thanks for sharing. Sorry you had that experience with the outlaw
*kept
@@GregTardif I really wanted to like it and I am friends with Brian the former CEO of Executive Shaving from Glasgow. Mine was ES branded version. I tried the mild version and it still cut me. My son also found it too harsh. (His favorite razor is Blackland Vector with Kai Pink AC blade.) I do have a couple of scars on my chin from the indiscretion of playing football up through 2 years at college. If a razor has too much blade exposure it WILL wound me. The gap is not as important nor is open comb. I think the “genius” of the Rockwell 6 is neutral to slightly negative blade exposure. Remember the “depth” of the blade has a huge impact on blade exposure - I’m convinced the aggression of, for example, Feather blades is their greater depth and not just sharpness per se. Kai DE blades also from Seki City, Japan are similar. The Henson was designed around the Astra (and now RP) precisely because they are not overly broad so the blade exposure is near neutral.
I have 4. Im still looking for the right one.
Perfect timing
Are you getting a new razor?
@@GregTardif I actually set out to decide on a safety razor this Sunday afternoon. I made the switch from full beard, which I used trimmer and scissors on, to just a mustache + patch. Obvious choice to go with a safety razor for a daily clean shave - so your video couldn't have showed up at a better time on my feed!
Oh nice! Happy picking. Let me know if you have any questions
@@GregTardif thank you so much
Some nice choices there Greg! So my “one” is anything from Karve… none of his lineup has let me down. Have a great weekend, and may the hotdogs be plentiful!
Mmmmmm hot dogs!!! I still need to get my hands on a Karve
@@GregTardif I think a Karve would be up your Alley! Heck, you might have a chance to win one, likely a year from now hahaha. And yesssss! Hotdogs on the menu here tonight!!
Greg, your daughter is right, sharing is caring. She is also correct about drawing the line at cheeseballs, smart girl. No WAY do I ever share my cheeseballs, even as an adult. Great video and excellent list sir!
Haha I won’t tell her she’s right about the cheese balls 👍 thanks for the kudos
Fat boy and slim adjustable, they are all I use and I have no desire to try anything different. Great vid!
Thanks for watching!!!
Is there point of buying Gillette Fat Boy if I already have Gillette Slim Adjustable? Do they perform differently or more less the same? Thank you
316L stainless Steel is a marine grade steel , not sure if it's classed a surgical steel but it's top quality for sure and tuf a shell 🙂, I have a small collection of razors including the Exectutive Shaving Company ( uk ) Braveheart S/S, a Ikon , Tradier , Rockwell and Feather AS-D2
I like the old Gillette TTO
razors best. The fat boy or the slim are both excellent.
Hi Greg, I saw the video you made about the Rex Ambassador about a year ago, you were saying the Ambassador had taken the fun out of the journey. Maybe it was a tongue-in-cheek video, I don’t know 🤷♂️ But those guys at Rex have definitely done an amazing job with their Ambassador and Konsul razors. The Ambassador has made my other razors redundant, I don’t even get looked at any more, seriously. I’ll be getting the Konsul XL very soon. I’ve made some enquiries and my understanding is that the first batch available in England is coming this week!!!
About time you did a video on brushes. I’ll DM you on insta sometime.
Thanks! Yeah I think my conclusion was about the same as yours. There’s a lot of fun to seeing what’s out there. I do need to do a brush video you’re right
Last week I started with my '51 Gillette SuperSpeed but it was too inefficient so I took your suggestion and switched to the Leaf Twig with a Feather, which is one of my all around favorite blades. It was okay but I think the Leaf blade gets just as good results. Today I will start the week with the PAA Copper Ascension Twist DOC, which I am beginning to feel is the best I've used. I have four Karve razors and would suggest the " Overlander" as a good one. I have three Rex Supply razors and would agree about the "Konsul" being a top pick. Another one that gives great results is the Tatara "Muramasa", it's expensive like the Rex but for me the ergonomics suck and I don't enjoy using it, so not recommended. But right now at this moment I think the ONE I would go with would be the PAA Copper DOC, as it always gives a nice comfortable, efficient, and predictable shave, and I actually look froward to using it every time. Oh yeah, love the t-shirt buddy.
I recently picked up a preowned copper ascension that I’m still working through but think it’s great so far. The Muramasa I tried was neat I just couldn’t read the numbers lol
The t shirt is from a local brewery
@@GregTardif
Try the Copper with the plastic washer but backed off a quarter turn. That works great for me, and I believe Mark does it also.
@@chrislj2890 nice! Thanks for the recommendation
@@GregTardif
The local stuff can be great, and usually much better than the typical mass produced American dog urine ( cough -Bud LIte -cough).
Good video and nice razors. I don't have any of them, but now I'm curious. I don't know why it had to be the unlabeled Beta cassette kept under the shelf though. 🙃
Spent all my money on the razors
Parker Variant... Excellent Razor
It is for sure!
I get really close shaves with Harry’s cartridge razors. Can you recommend a DE and blades that are comparable ?
Hard to say. Cartridge shaving is a bit different than a safety razor shave. I would start with any of those listed in the video and see if you like it
My Top 5
1. Timeless Titanium
2. Rockwell 6s or 6c
3. Rex Konsul SS
4. Tatara Muramasa SS
5. All the other ones I own (they all get this slot)
*Disclaimer the Leaf is my go to head shaver, so that doesn’t count😂
I have a Carbon coming, so🤷🏼♂️
I do not own a Karve Overlander, but it will most likely be my last purchase “in copper”.
A 6s or 6c is all anyone really needs imo
Can you compare the Proof Razor v2 and the Supply Edge Pro against the one razor you like the most?
this is a certified hood classic
Really enjoy both my RazoRock Game Changer 68 and my Mamba 70. BTW, I just sent my Gillette Slim to Razor emporium for the Rhodium plating. Is it worth it?
I like the feel of it and it’ll last even longer too
@@GregTardif Thanks
Which one of these would be good for someone switching to a safety razor from a cartridge? I’ve been using cartridges since I started shaving and never used a single blade before.
Any of them
This may be a little off-topic, but not that far. If your looking for an outstanding vintage Gillette to, try, I just bought a 1937 open-comb Gillette Sheridan, and love it. I expected that it would be good, but it’s really good. Slightly more efficient than a safety bar razor, but nowhere near an R41, which I also own and is a favorite. On 1-10 scale where an R41 is a 9+, I would rate the Sheridan a 6. I enjoy working it into the rotation. For some reason, they don’t get the love they deserve. Think they only made them for 1937 through 1939, but I’m not positive of that. I suspect that the open comb scares people away, as they are fairly inexpensive to purchase.
The only one to have is the Merkur Futur 700 - hands on! Best regards.
thanks for sharing
I have PROGRES and Future
FUTUR is better 10 %
I have the leaf razor and have the Rockwell 6s on order.
Very cool!!
In the past, I believe you've stated that the Parker Variant is one of your favorite razors, but it didn't make the cut here. Why not? If I had to choose just one DE safety razor, it would be the Parker Variant, because a) it's a very good quality razor, especially for the price; 2) it's adjustable, which I like; and 3) well, it actually IS my only DE safety razor. I've been wet shaving my whole adult life, but previously I used the Gillette Trac 2 for many years, and then went to Bic disposables because they were a fraction of the cost of Trac 2 blades. I finally bought my Parker Variant last spring after getting tired of constantly dealing with clogged razor heads, as I often only shave a couple times a week. The Parker Variant has proven to be really great. One thing I like (that no one seems to talk about) is that, with an adjustable razor, you can increase your settings with subsequent shaves. So if I set the Parker at 2 for my first pass with a brand-new blade, and 1 for my second pass, on my third or fourth shave with the same blade I might set it for 3 (or even 4) for the first pass, and 1.5 or 2 for the second pass, and the results are just as good. In that way, I've gotten as many as 7 or 8 shaves out of the same blade --as long as they're good blades to begin with, like Astras and Personnas. Not sure yet about Feather blades; I've shaved three times so far with my first Feather blade, and I started VERY mild (setting #1 for both passes the first time, then 2/1 for the next two shaves) as all the reviewers out there made Feathers sound really intimidating. But, so far so good. What are your thoughts about that strategy? I know you've said that you like to "set it and forget it," but I feel that having that adjustability is really a great option. Anyway, I enjoy your videos, and I appreciate your reviews!
Thanks for pointing that out. Some people have claimed quality control issues with Parker razors (I haven’t personally experienced this) and I think with the “efficient “ nature of this razor even on its lowest setting, I wouldn’t be able to say “just get this one” sometimes I like a more mild shave with a sharper razor. That kind of thing. It’s still a phenomenal razor in my book though. I haven’t tried increasing the settings for the next shave. That’s a great idea.
You right who cares! Your killing it in what u do! Keep it up👍🏻👍🏻
"Chasing the dragon for the best shave ever..." so true. Most people watching this have probably been on the chase for a while, but if anyone is looking to buy "the one" right off the bat as their first razor, something that has multiple settings seems almost necessary. You don't know exactly what your preference for mild or aggressive will be once you've got 200 shaves under your belt and know all the pros and cons of dialing up the aggressiveness (in the context of your particular facial features, skin, hair thickness, and patterns/directions of whisker growth ). The vintage Gillettes seem like a natural fit, but the butterfly design and relatively soft brass safety bars mean you might buy one with blade alignment issues and not realize it until you know a bit more about safety razor shaving. I started with a Gillette Slim, then switched to a new adjustable fairly quickly, and was glad I did. The new razor doesn't have the vibe or the vintage looks, but in my case, it's giving a better shave on both mild and aggressive settings.
Blackland Blackbird
Haircut&Shave TI Efficient
Wolfman Wr2 1.35
Shield TI
Henson or the Yaqi Tile
For me there is no "one" but I could reduce on this 5. One for every mood haha
Sounds like a good five piece! Thanks for sharing
I like rocca r94 so nice
Wet shaving is only cheaper than cartridges if you don't turn it into a "hobby" I've tried brushes & soaps but stick to just using edge gel with merkur hd 34c. Only safety I use since I started wet shaving 6 years ago. All carts are garbage compared to DE. I'm disappointed you left out the merkur hd 34 c for $36 it's a tremendous bang for your buck
Sorry to disappoint
It was this guys OPINION on what HE would choose.
Not everyone likes what you do… thank god for choice, and preferences.
Cartridge razors aren't worth being a hobby. Wet shaving turned a chore into a pleasure. I look forward to it.
Myself, I use Shave Secret oil, and a Merkur Future with an Astra green. That's it.
Thanks for the recommendation, helpful
Nice list.
Mine in alphabetical order;
Gillette Slim Boy
'Merica Stainless Steel by the Wet Shaving Club.
Mercur 34 C
RazoRock Stainless Steel Game Changer (0.84 plate)
Rockwell 6S
Nice! I have a Yates razor coming soon and can’t wait to see what they can do (hopefully just shave haha)
I always come back to the Merkur 34C
Ok
I got the 6s precisely because i thought it looked the best. Now that i own it i want other finishes and razors lol
slippery slope :)
You should take the The 3ONE6 and the 6S and mash them together. Call it the 3-Rock-Sixes 😂. Great video man! Keep it up!
🥹 lol that would be a lot
My first non disposable and now my only razor, hopefully for the rest of my life is a scuffed up old gillette slimtwist. Why? I don't know I bought it from a 2nd hand shop for about $4 whilst backpacking through Bulgaria about 15 years ago, knowing nothing about safety razors. I like it with both the feather and rapira supersteel blades. I'm sure there's better out there, but it has sentimental value to me now and I dont really have sensitive skin. I can get a good shave with no problems using nothing but a bit of water so why would I chase anything more than that
I like adjustables:
1. QShave's Future clone
2. Vikings Blade Crusader Ragnarr edition
3. Rockwell 6C
Nice! Me too
This is so tough, because I love my Sixes and my Gillette Slim & Overweight Male Child, but the one I use most is the Rex Ambassador. So I'll go with the one I use almost every day.
However...there has been a new contender who has been making the Rex sit in the on-deck circle more. The 1920s Gillette New Improved. I can't put it down! It's 101 years old, and it jumped over all the others to be in a virtual tie for first. If the New Improved handle were as grippy as the Rex or if the Rexy were as sexy as the New Improved, it would be easy. I was not expecting to like it so much. I never let that much time pass between Rex shaves until I got this. The case on the Bostonian easily wins best case ever. When you open it, it lifts the razor up like it's presenting you with Excalibur. I feel like Dr. Frankenstein when I open the case. IT'S ALIIIIIIIVE!!! Those 1920s sure were fancy times.
Wowie wow! That sounds cool. I gotta see this case in action lol
Anyone with thoughts on the Henson razor?
The Anthony Fantano of razor blades
i want to buy my first safety razor. Is this a good choice: Edwin Jagger DE Black Gold
I haven’t tried it
I would love to know which is the lightest safety razor in the world???
i am coming from a gillette mach3 which is super light in the hand and was going to try a safety razor and it was not comfortable at all they are heavy and i could never get used to it. therefore I wonder which one is the most light-weight safety razor?
Probably a Henson
@@GregTardif thanks for a quick reply it is appreciated 👍
How do the slim adjustable and fatboy compare to frail razors like Rocnel elite and Rex consul slant
frail? I like all four of the razors. Decided to keep the slim i own and gave away my fatboy for a fundraiser, love the rocnel elite. they all have a specific purpose (in my mind (to justify the cost))
where do you get you background music for your videos?
Hey there, I have fully switched over to Artlist. I can use their music on any platform which is really neat. here's a referral link if you are interested. (I even use it when i do instagram lives artlist.io/Greg-1898667
Rockwell 6C Cheap and makes me a better shaver. Nice video
Good call! The next razor won’t make you a better shaver
A great budget friendly razor.
Nice vid Greg. Tough to pick 1.
Need adjustable since it could be 1-4 days between shaves
Karve CB
6s
Fatboy
2nd tier choices:
Overlander
‘Merica razor possibly. Only 1 shave in and it reminds me of an Overlander. Fairly mild
Feel but has efficiency.
Gamechanger .84 or Lupo .74
The Konsul seems up my alley as well except for price. Would need to find a deal.
I hear ya Ronnie, I think an efficient razor helps with the multi day growth, just need to be gentle on the second or third pass I suppose. Yeah, I may try and sell a few razors to get my hands on a Konsul
You might give a merkur progress a try
Merkur 34c. 👌
If I was some kind of barbarian, and could only have one razor, it would be the RazoRock GameChanger .84. Very smooth but efficient razor. Easy to get a BBS, but doesn’t feel like I’m going to slice myself up with it.
Lol that’s a good pick. Seems like a lot of people like them there razorock razors
What razor blades do you recommend to buy?
I recommend getting a variety pack to start out with. I have a video that gives specific examples as well
Ti Blackbird with Kai blades after trying 16 other razors. The Timeless Ti was a close second. @Greg, I’ll loan you my SS Blackbird if you’re interested in trying it.
Thanks Bill I’ve been eyeballing them a little bit. I’m really bad at borrowing but I do appreciate the offer
I love my EJ 3one6, but I’m going to have to throw in the gamechanger .84p
Nice! I still have to try a razorock razor one of these days
@@GregTardif I just got the lupo dc with open comb on one side and closed on the other. We’ll see how that one does
@@bowtiern8292 nice!!! I have a BYOR on order from Yates that I’m pumped about
@@GregTardif can’t wait to see that. I haven’t tried anything Yates yet but they look very well made. I’m thinking about the Alpha bandit when it comes out or the dream razor is the konsul
Merkur Future and Merkur Progress covers absolutely any demand or type of shaving.
Merkur futur is more developed on becoming faster agressive when shaving comparing with progress.
Edwin Jagger I had . I would say pass to it..
I used one or twice a wilkinson DE. It was well on the agressive side..
Merkur insted, between 1.5 to 2.2 is all you will nirmally use. I would. The agressivness is as explained above.
Use code “10 hotdogs” hehehehehe nice recommendation lineup
I'm very clean and all my grooming tools are stainless steel and easy to clean, i.e. disassembles with no hidden parts, so I can scrub ALL parts with bleach. Can you recommend a safety razor like that?
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