Gillette Proglide blades v wetshave razors..

[dickie davies]

Looks like a decent company.
Unfortunately they (and other companies) are out of the Merkur 34c (which I set my eyes on) but after a bit of research I think the Muhle R89 will be a fine first safety razor.
My kids got me the badger brush & nice bowl so I just need the razor, blades & soap.
Bit of excitement in a shit year....

Mühle R89 Safety Razor Chrome £35.00

Buy Mühle R89 Safety Razor Chrome online now £35.00. Free delivery over £40. Full range of Mühle products available.

www.traditionalshaving.co.uk

Reading the reviews it seems a good choice, but don't tighten it too hard or the thread may shear

 

[somapop]

Reading the reviews it seems a good choice, but don't tighten it too hard or the thread may shear

Did that come from some of the reviews?
Thanks for pointing that out. Might order it tomorrow.

One other thing
I have the wooden bowl & know they may be prone to warping (though can be waxed every six months or so).
Better off with a cream rather than a soap at this stage?

thanks.

 

[yeseye]

Personally I trim down to 0.4 with Phillips Series 5000, guard on then just use the Gillette throwaways with the gel.
Smooth as every time and not a cut or redness in sight.
Tried them Harry’s last year, they are shite, Bics in disguise !

 

[somapop]

Treated myself to a Muhle R89 and feather blades with a few items of 'paraphernalia' items.
Wasn't entirely sure what post shave balm I needed so skipped that (alum block, witch hazel, lotions etc) but grabbed some Bulldog aftershave balm as only £5.

Nicely weighted razor...a little bit of theatrical entertainment in these darn times...

 

[BlueMoonRisin’]

Treated myself to a Muhle R89 and feather blades with a few items of 'paraphernalia' items.
Wasn't entirely sure what post shave balm I needed so skipped that (alum block, witch hazel, lotions etc) but grabbed some Bulldog aftershave balm as only £5.

Nicely weighted razor...a little bit of theatrical entertainment in these darn times...

Looks a nice bit of kit that pal. Hope you bought a styptic pencil for all those nicks: )

 

[somapop]

Looks a nice bit of kit that pal. Hope you bought a styptic pencil for all those nicks: )

Just had my first shave with it.
Did get a few v minor niche but first time probably expected. Also using the blade that came with the razor (Muhle) rather than the feathers.
Smooth as hell though abd the cedar wood cream is ‘gorgeous’.
Love the process and I’m sure it will get quicker once I run through it a few times.

Reminded me of my dad when I as a kid (and grandad) as they both used this type of razor, brush & cream.
Bit of an emotional journey (am I over selling this?) and I’m hooked.

 

[dickie davies]

Just had my first shave with it.
Did get a few v minor niche but first time probably expected. Also using the blade that came with the razor (Muhle) rather than the feathers.
Smooth as hell though abd the cedar wood cream is ‘gorgeous’.
Love the process and I’m sure it will get quicker once I run through it a few times.

Reminded me of my dad when I as a kid (and grandad) as they both used this type of razor, brush & cream.
Bit of an emotional journey (am I over selling this?) and I’m hooked.

Regards "getting quicker "
Do not rush. If you do you will end up slicing your face
Always take your time

 

[BlueMoonRisin’]

Regards "getting quicker "
Do not rush. If you do you will end up slicing your face
Always take your time

Last time I used a wetshave razor I looked like I had a fight with a bacon slicer, and lost!

 

[somapop]

Regards "getting quicker "
Do not rush. If you do you will end up slicing your face
Always take your time

First time with a few v minor nicks.
Didn't buy an alum block in the end but perhaps I should've as I get used to the process.
Perhaps it was the supplied blade (Muhle) rather than the Feathers I purchased.

I can see why some would by the Feather razor at £170 now....it's a one off payment, blades are cheap and it's just a lovely experience...and they are few and far between at the moment.

Did see an amazing Muhle rose gold brush to match my razor....later on in the year perhaps.