I've been using DE only so far.
Are shavettes hard to use?
Any good ones that use the standard DE style blades?
Are shavettes hard to use?
Any good ones that use the standard DE style blades?
What is your motive for using a Shavette? Do you eventually want to use a real straight razor? If yes the only similarity between the two is how you hold them (IMHO). A real straight has a much different face feel and is much more forgiving. But then you need to get a shave ready blade and strop it before each use.I've been using DE only so far.
Are shavettes hard to use?
Any good ones that use the standard DE style blades?
"hard to use" is a very subjective term. They are different to use compared to a DE razoz. You will need to learn and teach yourself how to use them effectively, just like you would have to do with a traditional SR.I've been using DE only so far.
Are shavettes hard to use?
Any good ones that use the standard DE style blades?
I agree that the Feather AC is a good shavette to shave with, however the OP enquired about normal DE blade shavettes. Maybe Feather AC type blades are harder to source in Singapore - I know that they are almost impossible to get in the Philippines.I have a Parker shavette and never really cared for it, although I got to the point I can get decent results. But then I bought a Feather AC and never picked up the Parker again.
+1, same here.I have a Parker shavette and never really cared for it, although I got to the point I can get decent results. But then I bought a Feather AC and never picked up the Parker again.
I am of the same mind. I have a few and give some away to introduce friends to SR shaving.....
All in all my recommendation is the swingback with the teardrop cutouts, from ebay or aliexpress. Best bang for the buck and nearly the best bang, period. YMMV.
Kamisori allows for a few more options in how you hold it. And there are no scales interfering with your concentration when trying to learn to shave. But those are relatively minor advantages. Western style is obviously easier to store and that can help make it safer, especially in a crowded bathroom.Does anyone know if the kamisori style is better than the foldable european style?
I keep looking at the feather artist club ss. But cost is a BIG problem though. And on top of that I've to open up a new blade supply chain which would incur even more cost.