Shaving/Razors

[jibjob79]

For my first DE shave I'm very impressed. Got to work on my technique but got a very close shave with the futur on number 2 with a merkur blade. Love the precise feeling of just one blade. A lot less shaving rash compared to my Mach 3. Could have probably got a closer shave but I think baby steps is the way to go lol.


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[CloseEmBoth]

Totally agree I love the alum block after a shave just seems to finish things off nicely but not nice if you get it in your mouth.

I started shaving with my Futur set to 2, I find its all I need for a close shave in two passes

[davidruddell]

Very good advice from Dave, otherwise you skin will suffer, there are lots of good YouTube videos on technique and multipass shaves. Well worth a look.

Only other thing I'd say is essential is an alum bloc, makes such a difference to the after shave routine, stops nicks, closes pores, leaves skin baby arse smooth.
Lasts for yonks, cost per shave must be 0.000000000001p!!

My only advice is DO NOT PRESS. Let the weight of the razor shave you. You might read this and think 'Yeah, yeah...' and shave with pressure and think you get a great shave. It can be much better.
The lightest touch is all you need. The razor is there to cut, not drag it off your face.

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[daverave999]

My only advice is DO NOT PRESS. Let the weight of the razor shave you. You might read this and think 'Yeah, yeah...' and shave with pressure and think you get a great shave. It can be much better.
The lightest touch is all you need. The razor is there to cut, not drag it off your face.

[jibjob79]

Well done Sir, I bought a Futur (As a modern compliment to my Gillette Fat Boy) about two weeks ago.

Brilliant razor, amazing weight and smoothness in shave.

Using it with Merkur Plats, and Derbys at the mo, getting marginally better results with the Merkur.

If you look on the Truefitt & Hill website they do a wonderful 'sampler' for ?12.

It comes in a velvet Truefitt & Hill bag and contains a sample of every product they do! Brilliant value and has done it's job as have purchased after shave balm and cologne from them since. I'm most of the way through all the samples now but use the velvet bag as a travel bag for my razors.

Don't use Irishbarber though (Amazon and eBay sellers) have lost my orders, delivered them to the wrong address, and their carriage charges are very high.

Dam you, one sampler ordered lol. Was looking at the Irish barber when i was looking for the Merkur, glad i didn't order from them now. Think i'm going to shave with the Merkur blades for a week or two then try the feather razors that are supposed to be very sharp although i'll stick with whatever works best for me. What number do you find works best with you with the Futur?

[davidruddell]

Well done Sir, I bought a Futur (As a modern compliment to my Gillette Fat Boy) about two weeks ago.

Brilliant razor, amazing weight and smoothness in shave.

Using it with Merkur Plats, and Derbys at the mo, getting marginally better results with the Merkur.

If you look on the Truefitt & Hill website they do a wonderful 'sampler' for ?12.

It comes in a velvet Truefitt & Hill bag and contains a sample of every product they do! Brilliant value and has done it's job as have purchased after shave balm and cologne from them since. I'm most of the way through all the samples now but use the velvet bag as a travel bag for my razors.

Don't use Irishbarber though (Amazon and eBay sellers) have lost my orders, delivered them to the wrong address, and their carriage charges are very high.

Just picked up my Merkur Futur today with some Merkur and Feather blades, new soap dish and badger brush ready to slash my face to ribbons tomorrow lol. I've always used an electric razor for speed at work, i used to to work and no matter how close a shave i would get at home as soon as my face would get wind chill i gave myself a 5 o'clock shadow and looked like i hadn't bothered lol. For special occasions i would wet shave and use a Mach 3 but i find the multiple blades would cause irritation, hopefully the single blade and correct preparation will help. Looking forward to a chore turning into a pleasure.

[jibjob79]

Amazing how many of us use the good old DE razors, another Futur user here stays tidier longer and I find its so relaxing.

I actually enjoy shaving now, which I have never done before.

Simon

Just picked up my Merkur Futur today with some Merkur and Feather blades, new soap dish and badger brush ready to slash my face to ribbons tomorrow lol. I've always used an electric razor for speed at work, i used to to work and no matter how close a shave i would get at home as soon as my face would get wind chill i gave myself a 5 o'clock shadow and looked like i hadn't bothered lol. For special occasions i would wet shave and use a Mach 3 but i find the multiple blades would cause irritation, hopefully the single blade and correct preparation will help. Looking forward to a chore turning into a pleasure.

[CloseEmBoth]

Amazing how many of us use the good old DE razors, another Futur user here stays tidier longer and I find its so relaxing.

I actually enjoy shaving now, which I have never done before.

Simon

[Monkey Nuts]

Merkur Futur user here!

As you are scouring the shaving forums you're probably aware that different blades can give very different shaves. Well worth ordering a sample pack like this in my experience: http://www.connaughtshaving.com/samplepack.html

Turbo may have loved the Feather blades but I couldn't get on with them at all, but I find Wilkinson Sword DE's are superb - the sample gives you a chance to try loads of blades and find one that works best for you.

[El Catador]

Ah you will, you will, you will.....YOU WILL

You only live once Catador!

Au contraire mon ami - this is life No. 7 (I used to be Ernest Hemingway's travel agent in a former life - don't you know?).

http://www.theshavingroom.co.uk/
http://badgerandblade.com/

Bloody hell!
Another forum of 'nerds' for me to annoy and infect with my 'drivel' postings - you shouldn't have.
Muwahaha!

[davidruddell]

Ah you will, you will, you will.....YOU WILL

You only live once Catador!

http://www.theshavingroom.co.uk/

http://badgerandblade.com/

Ahh, nuts, I just can't resist 'retro' toys - you guys are leading me astray (Again!)


Sounds great!
Hey, is there a passage/chapter about: (see below)



I think the Americans call that 'over sharing', still, I 'd be curious to know if it (ahem) improved your performance, being more streamlined and aerodynamic that is?



The man has good taste.

[Drewmidorn]

I use a brush and soap, but I use a gillette blue II disposable razor.... usually about ? for ten... I have a fresh razor everytime I shave! However i am not an everyday shaver as five days growth isn't really a down side to my job! lol

[El Catador]

Ahh, nuts, I just can't resist 'retro' toys - you guys are leading me astray (Again!)

Thanks to all your help, I'm now the proud owner of....

Gillette Fat Boy (1964?) Winging it's chromey goodness across the Atlantic
Edwin Jagger Pure Badger Brush
Chrome Brush drying stand
Merkur Stainless Platinum Safety Razor Blades
Truefitt & Hill soap & bowl
Truefitt & Hill balm
& a copy of 'Sharp Practice: The Real Man's Guide to Shaving'

Sounds great!
Hey, is there a passage/chapter about: (see below)

I spent a couple of months shaving my thighs to get used to it! A bit odd, i know, but very effective!

I think the Americans call that 'over sharing', still, I 'd be curious to know if it (ahem) improved your performance, being more streamlined and aerodynamic that is?

Might want to try Crabtree & Evelyn's sandlewood shaving soap. its my favourite!

The man has good taste.

[bopmachine]

Might want to try Crabtree & Evelyn's sandlewood shaving soap. its my favourite!

http://www.crabtree-evelyn.co.uk/eng...en_bowl?217011

Thanks to all your help, I'm now the proud owner of....

Gillette Fat Boy (1964?) Winging it's chromey goodness across the Atlantic
Edwin Jagger Pure Badger Brush
Chrome Brush drying stand
Merkur Stainless Platinum Safety Razor Blades
Truefitt & Hill soap & bowl
Truefitt & Hill balm
& a copy of 'Sharp Practice: The Real Man's Guide to Shaving'

and have become a member of 2 Shaving forums.

How quickly I've gone from 'bunkum' to 'convert'!

This and a box of Diplomatico's mean I'm now officially 'broke for the month'

[davidruddell]

Thanks to all your help, I'm now the proud owner of....

Gillette Fat Boy (1964?) Winging it's chromey goodness across the Atlantic
Edwin Jagger Pure Badger Brush
Chrome Brush drying stand
Merkur Stainless Platinum Safety Razor Blades
Truefitt & Hill soap & bowl
Truefitt & Hill balm
& a copy of 'Sharp Practice: The Real Man's Guide to Shaving'

and have become a member of 2 Shaving forums.

How quickly I've gone from 'bunkum' to 'convert'!

This and a box of Diplomatico's mean I'm now officially 'broke for the month'