Completely new to SE Razors - Help Please!!!

ChillBill · Sunday June 1, 2014

Hi Guys,

I have been DE shaving for 18 months and have been looking at some single edge razors as I fancy trying something different.

I wonder if there are particular razors or blades I should look out for. I've tried to find some sort of beginners guide online but to no avail, SE shaving does seem to be a smaller niche.

Is there a noticeable difference when switching from DE to SE?

Many thanks In advance for any info you can give it would be very much appreciated.

Cheers
B

Jpshaver · Sunday June 1, 2014

I didn't find much difference to be honest, slightly different cutting angle but still depends what razor you go for. Most recommend 1912 Ever Ready or Gem as a good starting point (streamline if you want go spend a bit more) - one thing I do really like is the noise.

Blades are a bit more limited but those from Connaught are ok, bit pricier but I find they last a little longer than DEs

I don't really favour DE over SE, but it does add something different to the rotation

Then you have injectors of course

majortom · Sunday June 1, 2014

You could start with a couple of mild Gems, like the Featherweight or Contour 2, until you get used to the angle. The Micromatics tend to be a bit more aggressive and can be a bit intimidating if you are not used to SE shaving.

ChillBill · Monday June 2, 2014

Thanks very much for your responses guys. I do fancy a Gem, it's probably going to be the 1912 or featherweight as you have suggested above. Plenty to mull over in the next week or so. Decisions, decisions!

Cheers
B

majortom · Tuesday June 3, 2014

ChillBill said:
Thanks very much for your responses guys. I do fancy a Gem, it's probably going to be the 1912 or featherweight as you have suggested above. Plenty to mull over in the next week or so. Decisions, decisions!

Cheers
B

I've got quite a few Gems spare across the range. I'm abroad for a few weeks but if you decide on one just PM me for one at "mates rates".

Exapno · Tuesday June 3, 2014

Bill, if you don't take Tom up on his generous offer I have a spare Ever Ready 1912 that's 'user grade'. PM me if you'd like to try it out.

isaiah53 · Wednesday June 4, 2014

you cant go wrong with a gem open comb micromatic, it has a reputation for being a little aggressive but i think thats undeserved. one of the best shavers out there.

ChillBill · Friday June 6, 2014

Thanks for your kind offers guys. I took the plunge and went for a Gem 1912, looking forward to giving it a try!

The angle looks a good bit different to that of the DEs, I hope I don't get too many nicks!

Cheers
B

pjgh · Friday June 6, 2014

Good!

I was about to write "get a 1912" ... "any 1912" ... "and love it!"

You will.