And to the new wet shavers, There is nothing like experiencing a shave exactly like your grandfathers morning shave. You may even find a razor on line that is 100 years old for as little as $20 USD, then some how go back in time. Wet shaving is an incredible personal experience.
I'm a straight razor user. Works the best for me because I don't have to spend money on blades and I get the closest shave possible with it. But whatever floats your boat! Great Channel!
When I started DE shaving about 50 years ago there was little choice, no advice no bad cartridge habits to forget. We seemed to get by based on watching our fathers. Mine was an expert in the application of toilet paper to cuts!. I have manage to get by without all these videos. But now I have risen above getting by. Who knew about the three pass shave? Who knew the lather could take more than 10 seconds and could be thick and slick. Not my father. A very useful video with what IMO represents sound advice, especially about not applying pressure when shaving. I've got a styptic pencil. Bought it last week. Never had any need - plenty of toilet paper handy.
Amazing isn't it Chris, no matter I think how long we have been shaving, we still actually learn different things or new ways of doing things, with the same products....can't beat the old toilet paper or rizla papers as my Dad used..lol....all the best and thanks....Paul.
I would define this video as the definitive guide for everyone that is approaching wet shaving for the first time. I’ve started around 6 years ago watching Steve Faragher, GeoFatBoy and you Paul. It is true that today there is a lot more information on the web which is good, but at the same time confusing for someone that doesn’t know where and how to start. I hope that every newbie will watch this video as their first one. Cheers.
Awesome video for beginners! Wish I had seen something like this when I started but nobody had videos for beginners back then, or at least there wasnt much. So great going Paul. Helping beginners get started makes them happier and more of a chance they'll keep it up.
Nice vid Paul. Its 2023 and the big changes since this video have been in brushes. Lots of wonderful synthetic brushes available. RazoRock plissoft $12, Maggard plissoft $12, AP Shave and Muhle STF for more money. No shedding, no smell, no break in period, no soaking, dries quicker, better quality control, less expensive, and no cruelty to the badger animal. Boar meat is popular in Europe so the bristles are a practical by-product.
You've taught me all that I know about wet shaving. I follow you for awhile , and I learned a new thing in each and every new video that you've made , now I would like to say thanks a million to you and keep up the good work I want to learn more! . Greetings from sunny Spain . PD: Thaks to Ms H too , she has showed a good taste in mixing flowers .
I gave my son in law a set last year to start with. Muhle r89 RazoRock plissoft Body Shop maca root shave cream Gillette 7 o'clock sharpedge (yellows), Voskhods and Polsilvers and encouraged him to watch lots of CZcams, especially Paul H :) Great advice Paul, witch hazel is a game changer.
Excellent vid, you just confirmed for me that after 45 years of shaving (and hating it) with a multiblade, I am going to the DE. Thank you, great information, very informative!!
I'm 53 now and I wish I was shown this information when I started shaving. My friends son will soon be shaving and I will refer him to this - excellent thank you PS I normally watch your Hot and Spicy channel but thought I'd take a look glad I did.
Like Yoda is the Jedi Master, you are the Master of wet shaving Paul! Fantastic tips to start anyone off on a good experience wet shaving. You have changed my experience from drudgery to something I look forward to and hate to see the shave come to an end. Having different scents helps to keep things exciting, and I can't say enough about Thayers witch hazel, fantastic stuff! Having a septic pencil is very handy as well, although I've only needed to use mine four or five times over a year, it really does the job. As wet shaving continues to grow, I would recommend stocking up on items that would go bad over time like blades, for supply and demand is going to drive the prices up like they have with the multi-blade razors. Thank you for the excellent video Paul! Sincerely, Ossie
The supply is vastly superior to the demand, the amount of choice is amazing tbh :) The 25-40 dollar range is huuuuge, so I don`t see razors going out of stock, and the same can be said for blades. But, it`s always good to have a good supply of your favorite blades :)
I wish I watched this when I came over. I'm a synthetic brush, Palmolive cream, witch hazel man. Took me a long time and money to figure that out. Thanks mate
I would recommend to buy an adjustable for first razor (like Rockwell 6c). It costs a little more BUT it will satisfy you for a long time. Start with mildest settings and go up slowly. If you go and buy some cheap razor you probably don't get so nice experience and will not be satisfied and you go back to cartridges which is a mistake :).
Tomsterr Or they could buy the QShave for $10-$20. And if they enjoy it they could go with another adjustable razor or they could go with the Murkur Futur
hi paul been watching your videos since Christmas. I've been a de shaver for 37 years and your videos has improved my shaving 100% thanks. Keep up the great videos Nick
Great summary for us beginners: I am just starting and followed your advice: Bought the Wilkinson Sword to start, I have to shave every day. I followed your other suggestions, and three shaves in, all is good! Thanks for the advice, it's working for me
Hi, Paul. I’m new to wet shaving and have learned a great deal watching (binge watching, really) your videos over the last few weeks. Thanks very much for sharing your experiences in such a humble and approachable way. I’m having good, comfortable shaves following your advice, especially on managing sensitivity on the neck. I’m having great fun getting the quality products and relearning how to shave after 25 years of having a full beard!
I counted only one 'superb', one 'if that makes sense' and one cheeky, boyish smile... This is definitely a beginner's guide! LOL Like always Paul is being too modest; he *IS* an expert... Expert in shaving and making useful but entertaining videos!
Good work Paul. Like the recommendation on cream vs. soap. Been wet shaving for 2 yrs....I look forward to your vlogs...thanks for sharing...really good hard-nosed basics info here....go have a Carling....you've earned it....
Excellent video Paul. I have come back to DE shaving after a few years away and have found your video invaluable. I am enjoying a new merkur future but need more practice 😱. All the best.
I started out with a short handle razer because I have small hands but I found I like the long handle better . So now I have a merkur 38 c and I love it .
PaulHFilms I was thinking the same thing. I haven't watched your entire video, because if I do one I want to see if I include same advice or different. Then I'll watch yours and compare👍👍
Just gave you a sub. Just come over from cartridge razor to DE and I love it, especially getting the soap warm in my shaving scuttle instead of cold shaving foam. Keep up the videos Paul
Very well done Paul! I myself did buy 100 blades when I started out. I have since tried a few others, but fortunately, the 100 blades I got are Personna blue (comfort coated) and these work very well for me. I would also add that Omega makes an excellent synthetic brush (S10065) for $10 US. I alternate between this and Semouge boar. For me the synthetic works better with creams while the boar better with soap.
A very useful tutorial video. Sure it is a good help for many people. I tried different ways of shaving and I can say that the wet shaving more comfortable and less traumatic than dry. it will come to anyone. And if you feel uncomfortable it means that you something doing wrong. When I almost bought a shaving brush from Gillette, well, I did not. I bought a synthetic shaving brush Omega S10065 and vary happy with it. For 6 bucks nothing can beat it.) But what about razor Lord, a great option for beginners.)) I'm afraid that you can not say about the importance of the lack of pressure on the razor.) But you left a sweet for dessert.) I have never seen such a witch hazel. The glass bottle like distilled water. Thanks as always.
Perfect timing Paul! I just gave a friend, new to DE shaving, a few sample packs of blades. This will be a great video to get him started. Nice you didn't dwell on the addictive nature of the hobby (Hobby you say, really?). Might have frightened them off. Dennis
Thanks Paul for doing this. Very helpful tips. I wish I would had this information when I started. I muddled through, but had some missteps that could have been avoided with information like this. Thanks again.
great vid right up to the point of blades. im still using the feather blade that came free with the edwin jagger. great tip for beginners buy a gift set taylor of bond street cream - badger brush..
I have only been in It a mouth. I have 2 good razers , 2 brushes , 2 soaps . One bowl. One alum block . Two aftershave. I have tried 3 different blades . I'm around $200 into this now . Wow . But I do like it as a hobby and am getting better .
Yes Paul the Thayers witch hazel is an absolute must for me and I like the medicated pain relief one not that I get a lot of pain it certainly is very soothing for us old fellows who are still shaving this way.
Grabbed a Edwin Jagger DE 89 and a 830 for brush with some sample packs of blades per your request from west coast shave. Really enjoy your vids and hope all is well
I use a Parker Variant (adjustable) and I found that Astra blades work best for me. Get a quality razor- don't waste your time with cheap disappointing ones like I did. The first time I shaved with this combination I had a Eureka moment. Others may have experienced a similar effect when they found their perfect combination. For the first pass I set the razor at 2 or slightly below. Second pass at 1 and last pass at the lowest setting. I get between 3 and 5 shaves per blade. Witch Hazel works well as an aftershave but does stink. I recently bought some Pinaud and some Prorasso after shave. The Pinaud has a fairly strong scent and some may not like it at all. The Prorasso actually smells good but is doubly expensive. I have yet to try some scented Witch Hazel although I suspect the base smell of it probably overpowers whatever scent was added.
Great video. if I was starting to DE shave I would get a Muhle R89, a Razorock synthetic, some Proraso red cream, some Proraso red AS splash and some Proraso blue shave balm.
Paul, this is sage advice for people contemplating starting or switching to DE shaving. Well done mate. It beooves us all really to share our experiences I think. I agree with you on the Semogue 830. Lovely soft brush out of the box and to be honest, it must be softened in a process that also removes the 'funk' from it. Blooms out to an awesome fan in no time. Pleasure to use
Thanks for the beginners guide. I am using Taylor's of old bond street pre-shave oil and the Jermyn street collection expensive but really nice. I finishing with alum bloc and then Thayers cucumber.
Good afternoon Paul. I hope your Valentine's day is fantastic! Thank you for all of you very informative videos. You always put a smile on my face with your witty and upbeat personality. I did sent a PM via email...just thought it was too long to post here.
Got a QShave TTO long handle for $15 and 20 astra blades on amazon for $20 total. Just got into DE shaving from trying a Dollar Tree one after passing it and thinkin hmm.. Just found a Shick Krona in a cluttered bathroom drawer that was my grandpas. Cant wait to give both a try tomorrow. Huge upgrade I imagine to my $1 razor (which did okay actually until the silo popped off one side). Next will be getting soap and a brush or if the shaves good i will stick with a canned shave cream. I have a beard also so I only shave my neck and cheek area 1-2 times a week so 1 blade should last a month. Im covered for about 2 years on what was about $5 in blades.. Soo much cheaper, I love it.
Hi Paul good vid I've used a few double edge razors then moved onto single edge shaving kropp,boker,even a gold dollar I'm using a parker shavette with a single edge derby blade man its sharp maca root shaving cream and all that jazz thats what works for me maybe you could do a video shaving with a parker shavette and a derby blade be very carefull if you do cheers
Thats the DE i started with the Wilkinson Sword Classic, stil consider myself a newbie i then bought the Feather travel kit but after the snow has falen i let the beard stay so will only do clean ups
I got a van der hagen, very mild. It was too mild, I got irritation from making so many passes. I will keep it but I did buy a much more aggressive razor, the Muhle R41. I am trying a sample pack of blades that I ordered. So far, the feather is the most sharp blade, next is personna platinum then Astra green. The feather blade and the R41 combo is the equivalent of shaving with something that would a cross between a cheese slicer and a chain saw, it is agressive , sharp as hell and very accurate to the motion of your hand (a little hand adjustment makes a big difference in performance). It can be mastered but you need to go SLOW, take your time and enjoy it. In addition, a pre-shave cream or oil goes along way. Im still experimenting and finding whats best for me.
Great your trying different blades, you will use a blade at some point, and think wow, that's the one for me.....it may happen with several blades too.....have fun, all the best :-)
Big thanks all the way from India. Subscribed right after your comment about the cheap razors and brush. Bought them (way before I saw the CZcams shaving videos) and my face hurt. No kidding...worst than shaving with cartridge multiblade travesty...bought a nice Parker Variant and a decent brush and man it feels awesome. I can tweak the aggression of the variant, the brush feels way better. That and Gillette's recent Anti Masculinity ad confirmed that they are indeed cheap.
I grew up wet shaving and loved it. In mid life I had a coronary event and started taking a blood thinner. My doctor had me move to an electric razor. Although it did well as an electric; never was able to get rid of some stubble remaining. I later shifted to following the electric shave with one of the new multi-blade razors and it improved, but never seemed to give a smooth skin without any stubble. Recently I bought the newly released Gillette double edge. My beard is heavy and I need to shave daily. Even after three passes I still have rough stubble on my face, but if I do a final pass with the multi-blade I get a baby bottom shave. I’d like to get solely to the double edge, but so far just can’t get that baby bottom without a final pass from multi-blade, but they are so expensive. Hopefully in time I will develop a method where I can use just the double edge. Any ideas for weaning away from the multi-blade and getting to just the double edge?
Hello! Paul, You are very good at all times. Could you please do a video on "combinations"... for example a certain razor with a certain blade. For example, I noticed a EJ 89 is very good with a new Feather, but a Merkur 34HD with a Feather isn't as good unless it's the 2nd or 3rd shave on blade. Possibly, certain combinations of cremes and blades/razors work well together. I'm sure you can give us some of your choices for what works together. Thanks, Rob
Hi Rob, I do say in my shaves what I think of the blade in the razor, and how it works , the only trouble with it is, what works for me, may not work for you, I find you have to use different blades in different razors over time, and the same with shaving soaps and creams....to really know what works best for you personally....I do find Wilkinson Sword, and Personna Reds work for me in all my razors, so they are my "go to" blades....all the best...and thanks..Paul.
I am giving up cartridge shaving for D E shaving done away with 10 handles for cartridges will follow this avenue of a way to shave the cost of razors today is so expensive cartridge wise and complicate matters with many blades that don't make any difference.
great video that Paul lots of good advice for myself seeing as I'm just starting and for anyone who is to follow in this way of shaving. no flowers though?? hahaha. All the best to you and see you on the Sunday shave
Great video Paul, while I see many of your videos and enjoy them I find that in UK some creams,soaps,aftershave etc are really hard to find. Would it be possible to add some online stores that you use and buy from in the description please. Thanks for the video.
Beginners setup like me:Feather popular razor,proraso soap or palmolive cream,proraso preshave,any cheap aftershave-balm from your nearly super market,omega brush cheap and good.There is a British brand called SHARPY it seems that they sale quality razors at affordable prices...
Hello Paul. Thanks ever so for this and I appreciate the time and effort you took to make it. I've already started the collection! What is your all time favourite cologne? Many thanks again Kevin.
This video proves why you are the very best on CZcams ... No hype, just sound advice ... Thanks Pal ...
Very kind of you to say that Rick....Cheers :)
And to the new wet shavers, There is nothing like experiencing a shave exactly like your grandfathers morning shave. You may even find a razor on line that is 100 years old for as little as $20 USD, then some how go back in time. Wet shaving is an incredible personal experience.
Great video man!
Cheers Nick, hope your keeping well.
great two wet shaving youtubers commenting to eachother this is fun
You are the Godfather of wet shaving Paul. Keep up the great work mate.
I'm a straight razor user. Works the best for me because I don't have to spend money on blades and I get the closest shave possible with it. But whatever floats your boat! Great Channel!
When I started DE shaving about 50 years ago there was little choice, no advice no bad cartridge habits to forget. We seemed to get by based on watching our fathers. Mine was an expert in the application of toilet paper to cuts!. I have manage to get by without all these videos. But now I have risen above getting by. Who knew about the three pass shave? Who knew the lather could take more than 10 seconds and could be thick and slick. Not my father. A very useful video with what IMO represents sound advice, especially about not applying pressure when shaving. I've got a styptic pencil. Bought it last week. Never had any need - plenty of toilet paper handy.
Amazing isn't it Chris, no matter I think how long we have been shaving, we still actually learn different things or new ways of doing things, with the same products....can't beat the old toilet paper or rizla papers as my Dad used..lol....all the best and thanks....Paul.
If you're not an expert in shaving, then I don't know who is. All the best.
I would define this video as the definitive guide for everyone that is approaching wet shaving for the first time. I’ve started around 6 years ago watching Steve Faragher, GeoFatBoy and you Paul. It is true that today there is a lot more information on the web which is good, but at the same time confusing for someone that doesn’t know where and how to start. I hope that every newbie will watch this video as their first one. Cheers.
Totally agree about Semogue boar hair brushes. Incredible performers and incredible value.
Thank you so much for the feeling of support that you give to those of us new to this kind of shaving. Feels strange to be a newbie as a 40-year-old.
Awesome video for beginners! Wish I had seen something like this when I started but nobody had videos for beginners back then, or at least there wasnt much. So great going Paul. Helping beginners get started makes them happier and more of a chance they'll keep it up.
Thanks Marc...all the best.....Paul.
Nice vid Paul. Its 2023 and the big changes since this video have been in brushes. Lots of wonderful synthetic brushes available. RazoRock plissoft $12, Maggard plissoft $12, AP Shave and Muhle STF for more money. No shedding, no smell, no break in period, no soaking, dries quicker, better quality control, less expensive, and no cruelty to the badger animal. Boar meat is popular in Europe so the bristles are a practical by-product.
You've taught me all that I know about wet shaving. I follow you for awhile , and I learned a new thing in each and every new video that you've made , now I would like to say thanks a million to you and keep up the good work I want to learn more! .
Greetings from sunny Spain .
PD: Thaks to Ms H too , she has showed a good taste in mixing flowers .
I gave my son in law a set last year to start with.
Muhle r89
RazoRock plissoft
Body Shop maca root shave cream
Gillette 7 o'clock sharpedge (yellows), Voskhods and Polsilvers and encouraged him to watch lots of CZcams, especially Paul H :)
Great advice Paul, witch hazel is a game changer.
That is a great thing to do for your son-in-law.....hope he enjoys his shaves now. and thank you.
Excellent vid, you just confirmed for me that after 45 years of shaving (and hating it) with a multiblade, I am going to the DE. Thank you, great information, very informative!!
I'm 53 now and I wish I was shown this information when I started shaving. My friends son will soon be shaving and I will refer him to this - excellent thank you PS I normally watch your Hot and Spicy channel but thought I'd take a look glad I did.
Like Yoda is the Jedi Master, you are the Master of wet shaving Paul! Fantastic tips to start anyone off on a good experience wet shaving. You have changed my experience from drudgery to something I look forward to and hate to see the shave come to an end. Having different scents helps to keep things exciting, and I can't say enough about Thayers witch hazel, fantastic stuff! Having a septic pencil is very handy as well, although I've only needed to use mine four or five times over a year, it really does the job. As wet shaving continues to grow, I would recommend stocking up on items that would go bad over time like blades, for supply and demand is going to drive the prices up like they have with the multi-blade razors. Thank you for the excellent video Paul! Sincerely, Ossie
The supply is vastly superior to the demand, the amount of choice is amazing tbh :)
The 25-40 dollar range is huuuuge, so I don`t see razors going out of stock, and the same can be said for blades.
But, it`s always good to have a good supply of your favorite blades :)
Witch Hazel was such a great addition to my den. It goes with all of my shaves. Cuts down on irritation tremendously. Great video Paul.
I wish I watched this when I came over. I'm a synthetic brush, Palmolive cream, witch hazel man. Took me a long time and money to figure that out. Thanks mate
Great video Paul, even though I've been at this for a few years it's still nice to get back to basics and review fundamental technique.
NJWetShaver what’s up I’m from Magnolia (Camden County)
I would recommend to buy an adjustable for first razor (like Rockwell 6c). It costs a little more BUT it will satisfy you for a long time. Start with mildest settings and go up slowly. If you go and buy some cheap razor you probably don't get so nice experience and will not be satisfied and you go back to cartridges which is a mistake :).
Tomsterr Or they could buy the QShave for $10-$20. And if they enjoy it they could go with another adjustable razor or they could go with the Murkur Futur
I bought a begginer razor in the wilkinson sword classic. Its great for that price, next for me is probably the ED89
Thanks Dad..good advice...I'll spread the word to as many new shavers as I can...see you Sunday...cheers !
hi paul been watching your videos since Christmas. I've been a de shaver for 37 years and your videos has improved my shaving 100% thanks. Keep up the great videos Nick
Thanks Nick.
Great summary for us beginners: I am just starting and followed your advice: Bought the Wilkinson Sword to start, I have to shave every day. I followed your other suggestions, and three shaves in, all is good! Thanks for the advice, it's working for me
That is great to know, thank you, and hope you have many more good shaves in future too...all the best....Paul.
Very well presented advice to newcomers in wet shaving. I wish this video had been around when I first started. Well done!
Great guide. Confidence-builder. Thank you.
Great Video Paul. You are surely an expert at DE Shaving. Using creams first is great advice. Thanks for all your effort. Say hello to Mrs H.
Hi, Paul. I’m new to wet shaving and have learned a great deal watching (binge watching, really) your videos over the last few weeks. Thanks very much for sharing your experiences in such a humble and approachable way. I’m having good, comfortable shaves following your advice, especially on managing sensitivity on the neck. I’m having great fun getting the quality products and relearning how to shave after 25 years of having a full beard!
I counted only one 'superb', one 'if that makes sense' and one cheeky, boyish smile... This is definitely a beginner's guide! LOL
Like always Paul is being too modest; he *IS* an expert... Expert in shaving and making useful but entertaining videos!
Good work Paul. Like the recommendation on cream vs. soap. Been wet shaving for 2 yrs....I look forward to your vlogs...thanks for sharing...really good hard-nosed basics info here....go have a Carling....you've earned it....
I appreciate your honesty about the products that you use. you make wet shaving fun and enjoyable the way it should be! thanks!
Excellent video Paul. I have come back to DE shaving after a few years away and have found your video invaluable. I am enjoying a new merkur future but need more practice 😱.
All the best.
New to traditional wet shaving. This is absolute gold. What a likeable chap. Great teaching style. Thank you! (P.s where's the flowers!?)
I started out with a short handle razer because I have small hands but I found I like the long handle better . So now I have a merkur 38 c and I love it .
Thanks from Germany. I never missed your latest videos. Go ahead.
Thank you very much.
Wish I had seen this video before I started wet shaving. Excellent video! Thanks.
Great video Paul. You beat me to the punch..lol. I was thinking of doing s beginners guide, but yours is awesome👍👍
Thanks Ken, hope you still do one, as we all do things so different, sure it would help many people....all the best....Paul.
PaulHFilms I was thinking the same thing. I haven't watched your entire video, because if I do one I want to see if I include same advice or different. Then I'll watch yours and compare👍👍
😱😱😱👏👏🇦🇷🇦🇷
Great video Paul whether for new wet shaver or more seasoned one to refresh the knowledge of wet shaving . Thank You ,keep the videos comming!!!!!!
Just gave you a sub. Just come over from cartridge razor to DE and I love it, especially getting the soap warm in my shaving scuttle instead of cold shaving foam. Keep up the videos
Paul
Very well done Paul! I myself did buy 100 blades when I started out. I have since tried a few others, but fortunately, the 100 blades I got are Personna blue (comfort coated) and these work very well for me. I would also add that Omega makes an excellent synthetic brush (S10065) for $10 US. I alternate between this and Semouge boar. For me the synthetic works better with creams while the boar better with soap.
A very useful tutorial video. Sure it is a good help for many people. I tried different ways of shaving and I can say that the wet shaving more comfortable and less traumatic than dry. it will come to anyone. And if you feel uncomfortable it means that you something doing wrong.
When I almost bought a shaving brush from Gillette, well, I did not.
I bought a synthetic shaving brush Omega S10065 and vary happy with it. For 6 bucks nothing can beat it.)
But what about razor Lord, a great option for beginners.))
I'm afraid that you can not say about the importance of the lack of pressure on the razor.) But you left a sweet for dessert.)
I have never seen such a witch hazel. The glass bottle like distilled water.
Thanks as always.
All good advice Paul. The newbies have learned a lot.
Thanks Brian.
Paul, I really enjoy your vids. You are wet shaving guru. Best regards from Chile.
Perfect timing Paul! I just gave a friend, new to DE shaving, a few sample packs of blades. This will be a great video to get him started. Nice you didn't dwell on the addictive nature of the hobby (Hobby you say, really?). Might have frightened them off.
Dennis
Thanks Paul for doing this. Very helpful tips. I wish I would had this information when I started. I muddled through, but had some missteps that could have been avoided with information like this. Thanks again.
Your welcome, hope it helps anyone....all the best....Paul.
great vid right up to the point of blades. im still using the feather blade that came free with the edwin jagger. great tip for beginners buy a gift set taylor of bond street cream - badger brush..
I want to begin on these of the wet shave, but I dont know, i think that Im gonna try it, wish me luck! And great video.
Good luck! Just take it easy, and use little pressure on the razor :-)
I have only been in It a mouth. I have 2 good razers , 2 brushes , 2 soaps . One bowl. One alum block . Two aftershave. I have tried 3 different blades . I'm around $200 into this now . Wow . But I do like it as a hobby and am getting better .
I think I will buy one of those Classics just to have one . Lol
Yes Paul the Thayers witch hazel is an absolute must for me and I like the medicated pain relief one not that I get a lot of pain it certainly is very soothing for us old fellows who are still shaving this way.
Great vid Paul nicely presented very professional and helpful thank you
good video as always Paul , im sure the new comers will get plenty of enlightenment from your presentation - good job mate .
Thanks Mark.
Great recommendations and an excellent video for beginners.
Steve
Grabbed a Edwin Jagger DE 89 and a 830 for brush with some sample packs of blades per your request from west coast shave. Really enjoy your vids and hope all is well
That's great, hope your enjoying them.....many thanks :-)
Thank you Paul, very informative and helpful!
I use a Parker Variant (adjustable) and I found that Astra blades work best for me. Get a quality razor- don't waste your time with cheap disappointing ones like I did. The first time I shaved with this combination I had a Eureka moment. Others may have experienced a similar effect when they found their perfect combination. For the first pass I set the razor at 2 or slightly below. Second pass at 1 and last pass at the lowest setting. I get between 3 and 5 shaves per blade. Witch Hazel works well as an aftershave but does stink. I recently bought some Pinaud and some Prorasso after shave. The Pinaud has a fairly strong scent and some may not like it at all. The Prorasso actually smells good but is doubly expensive. I have yet to try some scented Witch Hazel although I suspect the base smell of it probably overpowers whatever scent was added.
Great video. if I was starting to DE shave I would get a Muhle R89, a Razorock synthetic, some Proraso red cream, some Proraso red AS splash and some Proraso blue shave balm.
Great help for people starting out thanks
Many thanks :)
Paul, this is sage advice for people contemplating starting or switching to DE shaving. Well done mate. It beooves us all really to share our experiences I think. I agree with you on the Semogue 830. Lovely soft brush out of the box and to be honest, it must be softened in a process that also removes the 'funk' from it. Blooms out to an awesome fan in no time. Pleasure to use
*Now that is good advice Paul!*
_Thanks for the vlog._
Hi Paul, greetings from Sicily!!
Paul great video. Gave me some great ideas.
Thanks for the beginners guide. I am using Taylor's of old bond street pre-shave oil and the Jermyn street collection expensive but really nice. I finishing with alum bloc and then Thayers cucumber.
Good afternoon Paul. I hope your Valentine's day is fantastic! Thank you for all of you very informative videos. You always put a smile on my face with your witty and upbeat personality. I did sent a PM via email...just thought it was too long to post here.
Thank you very much , will check the email.
Excellent advice Paul.👌 always love your shave videos buddy👍🖒👌💈💈💈💈.
All great advice Paul, I'm not going to add anything 😌👏
Got a QShave TTO long handle for $15 and 20 astra blades on amazon for $20 total. Just got into DE shaving from trying a Dollar Tree one after passing it and thinkin hmm.. Just found a Shick Krona in a cluttered bathroom drawer that was my grandpas. Cant wait to give both a try tomorrow. Huge upgrade I imagine to my $1 razor (which did okay actually until the silo popped off one side).
Next will be getting soap and a brush or if the shaves good i will stick with a canned shave cream.
I have a beard also so I only shave my neck and cheek area 1-2 times a week so 1 blade should last a month. Im covered for about 2 years on what was about $5 in blades.. Soo much cheaper, I love it.
That's fantastic, great price, hope you enjoy them, all the best :-)
Thanks Paul for all the trouble you take.
Hi Paul good vid I've used a few double edge razors then moved onto single edge shaving kropp,boker,even a gold dollar I'm using a parker shavette with a single edge derby blade
man its sharp maca root shaving cream and all that jazz thats what works for me
maybe you could do a video shaving with a parker shavette and a derby blade be very carefull if you do
cheers
Great video Paul. I could have used this 3 years ago LOL
Thats the DE i started with the Wilkinson Sword Classic, stil consider myself a newbie i then bought the Feather travel kit but after the snow has falen i let the beard stay so will only do clean ups
Hey Paul, maybe include some links in the description of the video to Amazon where people could see which products you have in the video.
very good advice thanks paul
I got a van der hagen, very mild. It was too mild, I got irritation from making so many passes. I will keep it but I did buy a much more aggressive razor, the Muhle R41. I am trying a sample pack of blades that I ordered. So far, the feather is the most sharp blade, next is personna platinum then Astra green. The feather blade and the R41 combo is the equivalent of shaving with something that would a cross between a cheese slicer and a chain saw, it is agressive , sharp as hell and very accurate to the motion of your hand (a little hand adjustment makes a big difference in performance). It can be mastered but you need to go SLOW, take your time and enjoy it. In addition, a pre-shave cream or oil goes along way. Im still experimenting and finding whats best for me.
Great your trying different blades, you will use a blade at some point, and think wow, that's the one for me.....it may happen with several blades too.....have fun, all the best :-)
Thanks. Still going through them, just tried the Gillette silver blue, worst yet.
Great tips and wonderful delivery. Thanks!
Great advice, Paul (as always), but you forgot the links to the products!
Big thanks all the way from India.
Subscribed right after your comment about the cheap razors and brush. Bought them (way before I saw the CZcams shaving videos) and my face hurt. No kidding...worst than shaving with cartridge multiblade travesty...bought a nice Parker Variant and a decent brush and man it feels awesome. I can tweak the aggression of the variant, the brush feels way better.
That and Gillette's recent Anti Masculinity ad confirmed that they are indeed cheap.
Many thanks, hope you have many great shaves to come, regards to you in India, all the best :-)
Good advice Paul!!!
I learnt so much watching this video. Thanks heaps!
That's great, many thanks Kyle.
fantastic video!
The explanation is very useful and helps
Thank you very much!
I grew up wet shaving and loved it. In mid life I had a coronary event and started taking a blood thinner. My doctor had me move to an electric razor. Although it did well as an electric; never was able to get rid of some stubble remaining. I later shifted to following the electric shave with one of the new multi-blade razors and it improved, but never seemed to give a smooth skin without any stubble. Recently I bought the newly released Gillette double edge. My beard is heavy and I need to shave daily. Even after three passes I still have rough stubble on my face, but if I do a final pass with the multi-blade I get a baby bottom shave. I’d like to get solely to the double edge, but so far just can’t get that baby bottom without a final pass from multi-blade, but they are so expensive. Hopefully in time I will develop a method where I can use just the double edge. Any ideas for weaning away from the multi-blade and getting to just the double edge?
Thanks Paul!
We both definitely need a shave Paul lol.💈💈💈💈
Hello! Paul, You are very good at all times. Could you please do a video on "combinations"... for example a certain razor with a certain blade. For example, I noticed a EJ 89 is very good with a new Feather, but a Merkur 34HD with a Feather isn't as good unless it's the 2nd or 3rd shave on blade. Possibly, certain combinations of cremes and blades/razors work well together. I'm sure you can give us some of your choices for what works together. Thanks, Rob
Hi Rob, I do say in my shaves what I think of the blade in the razor, and how it works , the only trouble with it is, what works for me, may not work for you, I find you have to use different blades in different razors over time, and the same with shaving soaps and creams....to really know what works best for you personally....I do find Wilkinson Sword, and Personna Reds work for me in all my razors, so they are my "go to" blades....all the best...and thanks..Paul.
Great information... thank you...
Very interesting video
Great Video! Thanks and keep it up!
I am giving up cartridge shaving for D E shaving done away with 10 handles for cartridges will follow this avenue of a way to shave the cost of razors today is so expensive cartridge wise and complicate matters with many blades that don't make any difference.
great video that Paul lots of good advice for myself seeing as I'm just starting and for anyone who is to follow in this way of shaving. no flowers though?? hahaha. All the best to you and see you on the Sunday shave
brilliant video Paul!
Compliments on this great video!!
Thank you sir for passing so much wisdom
Good information and advice Paul .
Great video Paul, while I see many of your videos and enjoy them I find that in UK some creams,soaps,aftershave etc are really hard to find. Would it be possible to add some online stores that you use and buy from in the description please. Thanks for the video.
Thank you, yes will try to put links were I can in the videos, all the best.....Paul.
PaulHFilms thanks.
Excellent video
Thanks very much.
Thank you very much! So much info and very clear! Cheers
Beginners setup like me:Feather popular razor,proraso soap or palmolive cream,proraso preshave,any cheap aftershave-balm from your nearly super market,omega brush cheap and good.There is a British brand called SHARPY it seems that they sale quality razors at affordable prices...
Nice SOTD, I think Sharpy do straight razors and barber supplies if I remember right. All the best
Aweseom! Very informative! Thank you, sir
Thanks, updated plz👍
Hello Paul. Thanks ever so for this and I appreciate the time and effort you took to make it. I've already started the collection! What is your all time favourite cologne? Many thanks again Kevin.
Creed Aventus is amazing, but a special use one....otherwise, there are many I love, especially the citrus lemon/orange based colognes.
Your an expert in my eyes!!!! 💈👌😎🤙
Many thanks Mike :-)