Best Beginner Double Edge Safety Razor Wetshave Showdown 

I would buy another vintage Gillette, no problem with those. But nothing new, not anymore. I don't remember seeing a disclaimer that my razor comes with a lecture.

Quite a few of the imported DE blades are actually made by Gillette even if their name isn't on the package. Astra is a notable example. Lets see Gillette try pull their new marketing campaign in Russia.

Also annoyed with Gillett. On my 4th week with a safety razor. No nicks or cuts so far, less expensive and a closer shave than disposables. Gillett not only chased me away, they sent me to a better, less expensive and less wasteful shaving system.

Good excuse to go to de razors. I roll my eyes at those that moved to dollar shave club or other cartridge razors because of the ad lol

i hope with each razor stroke, your delicate masculinity is being restored. also, sorry i just saw this is from a year ago.

So happy to read your comment. I started with the Edwin Jagger (love it) and have ordered the 6C, waiting for it to arrive but really looking forward to it. Happy to hear that you have been pleased with the same path!

Abraham Villela thank you for sharing and noticing

@@RazorEmporium I know this is an older video but I was wondering if a single edge mongoose would be good or bad for beginners.

It uyu

Louis Robinson mild? I wanna get into safety razors but don’t know where to start

I have a superspeed and a small tech (ball end handle) both made in Argentina in the 1960-1970 period. I find the Superspeed way more aestetic but the small tech is more comfortable to shave in the difficult parts, under the nose for example.

@@francohic 👍Since posting this I rarely use my regular Superspeed and have gone back to the Travel Tech... I even use it for day-to-day and it's my second favorite next to the Superspeed Red-tip. It's more aggressive than the original Super-Speed. Love it. I still use my Edwin-Jagger once in a while but the handle is smooth and slippery so I usually prefer the Travel Tech and Red-tip. All are great razors... My beard is just a little to thick/coarse for the regular super-speed and tends to pull/drag a bit, but I keep it because it's the oldest original I have. :)

My son uses a van der hagen with van der hagen blades as I have also and both of us having great shaves us van der hagen blades 5 for 2.19

Yeah the VDH is nice. I bought one but I use astra platinum blades.

if the 1940's gilettes still shave strong 80 years later I think it's clear which one to get

if it looks like a duck and quacks like a duck it's a DE89 copy ;)

I've noticed the Weishi manual says to use a 45 degree angle, not a 30 degree angle.

@@WilliamSwartzendruber l have watch this very closely and it's obvious that he didn't use the right angle and he didn't hold the razor very close to his face, l have the same razor and it cuts through my whiskers very very close. I have watched other video shavers and virtually every one of them have given this razor high positive reviews.

I have used all the razors tested at one point in time and have always gone back to my reliable Weishi when I'm not using a straight razor. I found it cuts in one pass with a very satisfying shave.

@@119Agent is the weishi the same as vdh short safety razor?

Same

Scott Owl Edwin Jagger makes stunning razors, with great customer service!

use it. Can't ruin it if you take simple care of it. We have plenty of videos to help with care.

Handle affects control and feel which subsequently has an impact on the shave.

Don't use the Merkur blades. Just my opinion, but I've heard it from others as well! I found them to be terrible and the Astra's were a breath of fresh air compared to them.

SpikeG. jr. No I haven't, but if you have to use the sharpest blade on the market with this razor, it goes to show that it's not very efficient. Pol silver blades are in the top tier of sharp blades for sure

I suggest starting him off with a Beginner sample pack of blades with a Super Speed. He can experiment and figure out what he really likes. And pick a scent you think would smell nice, it's that simple! :) Check out our store to find a razor and soap that meet your budget.

The razor build quality does not affect the shave. The agression of the razor and the weight do.

Try a more aggressive razor.

Was that the first one he used that he threw off the video set?

No Merkur razors in this video. The one that is thrown is named Weishi. I would guess that the price point of Merkur 34C puts it somewhat over the beginner budget.

I can’t remember where I saw it but the Merkur 34c was highly recommended. Has anyone used it, I’m looking to get into wet shaving. Would you experienced folks recommend the 34c, or should I start with an adjustable? Thank you in advance. JG

@@johnvgig i use the 34c. It's sweet. I've tried 15+ different blades and my favourites for a sharp shave that is still buttery smooth are Gillette 7 o'clock SharpEdge (the Yellow packet). They're the best all rounder. IMO. Even better than Astra for me.

S Appreciate the feedback. Broke down and bought the 34c. I love it. Really smooth. Bought a variety pack of highly rated blades. Gillette Nancet, Assured and Voskhood teflon coated. I need to shave every day. Gillette Nancet was first blade. Seemed to start tugging on the fourth shave. Is that average for a descent blade? I’ll give the 7 o’clock a try. Thanks. JG

@666NedFlanders ahahaha, not only is your reply comical since it seems like you are a child who just learned how to use curse words, but you are so so very wrong and yet so indignant in your error. You truly have no idea what an alloy really is do you? Salt is an ionic compound, it forms from a chemical reaction(electron exchange) between sodium and chlorine at a 1:1 ratio, forming ionic bonds. An alloy is a mixture of metals or metals and non metals in a variety of ratios. Alloys do not form chemical bonds between its constituents. Alloys do indeed retain the metallic properties of its constituents. Ferrous alloys (alloys of iron) still retain its ferromagnetic properties, and its susceptibility to corrosion and oxidation (rust, iron oxide). "Steel, an alloy of iron, should itself, not have iron in it." This must be a joke.... Steel can be 99% iron in some of the most basic steel, or 50.1%(sometimes less but still the majority of the mixture) iron in complex alloys. And yes, it is still elemental iron. You truly don't know the difference between a compound and an alloy(mixture), do you? You really are a walking example of the Dunning-Kruger effect. And you tell me to get the F out of here and call me a pedant? HAH!

I really enjoyed this video and learn a little if not a lot each time I watch these presentations, thanks Matt!

yes,men! but they are all knock offs of Gillete, EJ, Muhle or Merkur. I would appreciate them more if they would come up something of their own...not just handles and colors.

They also have long traditions of producing cheap garbage, so caution is well-founded. Razors may be an exception, though.

A bit too mild for my taste... stay tuned for part 2 for the 34C!

The Weshi is fine for me. I remember years ago I bought a Weshi and it was really light and mild. I bought the newer version and it's a lot heavier and provides me with a nice shave. I think they are all copper based I believe, although I'm not a 100% sure about that.

Hey Matt, how do you compare 38C with 34C in terms of aggressiveness?

Haven't tried it yet- need to!

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