Yup. Get an I1 and put twin blades in that bad boy.OP, I have used an old SE lather catcher as well as a GEM before and IMO there is no question that the Schick injector is simply a better thought out "mousetrap". I have three of the Schick injector "generations" and hands down the best is the I 2 Hydro-Magic for my face.
If you believe marketing, (which I don't) the best one is the "One Blade."I know this is going to be a futile question knowing this group, but is there a consensus on what is the best SE razor currently on the market? Not an unobtainium, but something that you can go to a website and click on "buy now".I love my Injecto-Matic, but sourcing blades is taking all the fun out of it.
This is a good suggestion, but I hate paying for three heads only to use one.For a slightly different twist, I would suggest the Supply SE injector. I have seen some varying opinions on it's efficiency, but I would rate the 3 plate right there with a Schick E. And if that isn't enough for your taste, you can nip off an AC style blade and put it in there. That opens up the entire line of Feather and Kai blades, and eliminates some of the complaints about blade choice/availability.
If you then factor in the SS material, and the reasonable price, I think you have a real winner, and something a little different.
Wouldn't it be great if someone came out with a new snake sharp PLANofMAN?If you believe marketing, (which I don't) the best one is the "One Blade."
In my opinion, the biggest limiting factor for single edge razors is the lack of blade variety. They all lock you into either a single blade choice, or a single brand of blades.
Schick injector, GEM single edge, Feather single edge, or the four different choices from the Feather Artist Club line.
I wouldn't call it a "consensus," but in my opinion the best single edge razor is the G.E. Jones Shake Sharp. These were produced in two varieties, the earlier one, with the bakelite handle is the more aggressive of the two. The all metal second generation version is more mild. These unique SE razors take DE blades, and for that reason, offer more variety in the shaves that can be coaxed from them.
Alas, they are not very common. However, anyone willing to pay up to $100 can obtain one within a few months off of the U.S. eBay site. They used to be much cheaper and easier to find before they became popular. Maybe someone will make a modern version one of these days.
If you believe marketing, (which I don't) the best one is the "One Blade."
In my opinion, the biggest limiting factor for single edge razors is the lack of blade variety. They all lock you into either a single blade choice, or a single brand of blades.
Schick injector, GEM single edge, Feather single edge, or the four different choices from the Feather Artist Club line.
I wouldn't call it a "consensus," but in my opinion the best single edge razor is the G.E. Jones Shake Sharp. These were produced in two varieties, the earlier one, with the bakelite handle is the more aggressive of the two. The all metal second generation version is more mild. These unique SE razors take DE blades, and for that reason, offer more variety in the shaves that can be coaxed from them.
Alas, they are not very common. However, anyone willing to pay up to $100 can obtain one within a few months off of the U.S. eBay site. They used to be much cheaper and easier to find before they became popular. Maybe someone will make a modern version one of these days.
Never heard of a new "snake" sharp, and wouldn't admit it if I did.
...a new snake sharp...?
I was re-reading what I had written, and realized I forgot to add a bit more to that commentary....In my opinion, the biggest limiting factor for single edge razors is the lack of blade variety. They all lock you into either a single blade choice, or a single brand of blades...
There is some variety within the Feather brand also the Kai and I've heard the Kamisory brands. Of course this is nowhere near the DE blade choice which is practically inexhaustible, but give the SE razor some time and given the growing popularity, more blade manufacturers will be attracted to the proposition.I was re-reading what I had written, and realized I forgot to add a bit more to that commentary.
One of the pros to a single edge design that uses single edge blades is that, on the whole, the blades are thicker, last longer, and are usually high quality. For those who prefer single edge blades, being locked into a specific brand of blade isn't a negative -- provided you like the blade.
Someone should make one with a handle like the Cobra Classic and call it 'Snake Shake'... or 'Shake Snake'Never heard of a new "snake" sharp, and wouldn't admit it if I did.
I'm sure they will, but I'm afraid that the incentive will be to make a proprietary blade and razor combo, with "backwards compatibility" possibly built in to allow for use of some of the other SE blades....but give the SE razor some time and given the growing popularity, more blade manufacturers will be attracted to the proposition.
Considering that the shake to sharpen feature only works with vintage blades with their single bevel grind, I think it likely that a modern version would scrap that part of the design. Even the single modern carbon DE blade (Treet) doesn't sharpen well in a shake sharp due to the double ground beveled edge.Someone should make one with a handle like the Cobra Classic and call it 'Snake Shake'... or 'Shake Snake'
There is some variety within the Feather brand also the Kai and I've heard the Kamisory brands. Of course this is nowhere near the DE blade choice which is practically inexhaustible, but give the SE razor some time and given the growing popularity, more blade manufacturers will be attracted to the proposition.
You will find that your general is a fine shaver. If you like aggressive go for the pro or super pro.I dont understand the problem with lack of choice, as long as there is one good blade available formthe razor. The variety of DE blades for example consist mostly of blades Of lesser quality. I could live with Sputnik blades alone. And for injectors I find both personna and Schick (CN) SE blades good, artist club blades I prefer the Kai Pink.
The General is a very good SE imho, and Schick I2 i can also recommend.
Still waiting for my Single Edge... but its getting closer (cleared customs in Frankfurt).
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