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LOL Hysterical!
Buy another cheap razor or wait to buy something good?
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Maybe some day.
Lefonque
Even more clueless than you
Expensive doesn’t necessarily mean good.
Not sure what to tell you. I have both and both are excellent. I see people on the forums posting their daily shave that use the .72 version.
I have the DC. The blade exposure is more or less the same (i have measured). The difference is the gap an the shaving angle. The 0.72 require a steeper angle. This might might be the reason the 0.72 side feel a little more rough.
That rings an enormous bell inside my head...
Maybe you still have RAD because you're still buying cheap razors.
Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm . . .
Some people can't tell the difference between the cheap stuff and the expensive stuff. They usually tell me that there really isn't any difference, but that's for another post.
Unfortunately, I can tell the difference and have hardly ever had a satisfactory experience with the cheap stuff.
So you need to decide which category you're in. If you've found some cheap stuff that works as well as the expensive stuff, keep buying the cheap stuff. If you have not, just save until you can afford a better quality.
Above all, never pay for quality you don't see/feel. That would be silly.
Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm . . .
Some people can't tell the difference between the cheap stuff and the expensive stuff. They usually tell me that there really isn't any difference, but that's for another post.
Unfortunately, I can tell the difference and have hardly ever had a satisfactory experience with the cheap stuff.
So you need to decide which category you're in. If you've found some cheap stuff that works as well as the expensive stuff, keep buying the cheap stuff. If you have not, just save until you can afford a better quality.
Above all, never pay for quality you don't see/feel. That would be silly.
Well, everyone else has chimed in, so here's my take on your dilemma. I agree with the "go vintage" train of thought, but not necessarily a vintage Gillette. I'd spend a little money and try (be patient) to find a vintage Leresche open comb, easily superior to any Gillette non-adjustable that I've ever shaved with.
Or, you can go on the Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements site and check out their new production of razors based on vintage classics. The PAA Prismatic is an homage to the Leresche-made Kirby Beard razor and is hands down the best razor you can buy for under 30 bucks, and better than most that cost more. If you're one of those guys who insist on stainless steel, they have the same model in SS called the Meta4 - get it, metaphor, for around $70. They should stick to making the things and let someone else name them, but I digress.
The PAA Double Open Comb series is also very good and very inexpensive. You can adjust the aggression by varying the handle tension - tighten it down and then back it off a bit. They sell an Ascension DOC in several finishes that claim this adjustability, but I have the original (nickel plated, under $35 bucks) and this trick works with that one too.
Then, after you load up on these homage razors, you'll wait a few months (if that) and it'll be off to some other bright shiny shaving object. That's RAD.
Or, you can go on the Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements site and check out their new production of razors based on vintage classics. The PAA Prismatic is an homage to the Leresche-made Kirby Beard razor and is hands down the best razor you can buy for under 30 bucks, and better than most that cost more. If you're one of those guys who insist on stainless steel, they have the same model in SS called the Meta4 - get it, metaphor, for around $70. They should stick to making the things and let someone else name them, but I digress.
The PAA Double Open Comb series is also very good and very inexpensive. You can adjust the aggression by varying the handle tension - tighten it down and then back it off a bit. They sell an Ascension DOC in several finishes that claim this adjustability, but I have the original (nickel plated, under $35 bucks) and this trick works with that one too.
Then, after you load up on these homage razors, you'll wait a few months (if that) and it'll be off to some other bright shiny shaving object. That's RAD.
I have this Yaqi Matte Black DE razor. It was my 3rd (I now have 30+) and I can tell you it is a very good but cheap razor without any alignment issues. This razor is just slightly more aggressive than the EJ89. During my initial use, I thought holy cow aggressive with lots of blade feel....but after awhile...no issues and it can give me a very good efficient shave similar to some of my higher priced razors. I have the CG.84-P and Karve Brass SB-D too and they're great as well and I am satisfied with DE razors for now
This is one of those rare hobbies where inexpensive may still be exceptionally good. Focus on the attributes of the razor you want and then decide if the razor that best meets them is a "pull the trigger now" purchase or one that requires some saving.
I am a member of the Lupo 95 is smoother (less irritating) than the 72 club. I started with the 72 as I'm a daily shaver and figured that would be best. After several shaves and irritated skin I decided the 72 was nor for me. I read a few posts where folks were mentioning liking the 95 better than the 72 so I decided to buy the 95 base. Well, low and behold, the 95 is perfect. Smooth and efficient without irritation. I still don't completely understand why, but my face likes the 95 better and I can still use it daily with no issues.
The Lupo 95 rivals some of my more expensive razors (Blackbird, Timeless, ATT, Tatara). I believe the Lupo is a no brainer if you're looking for a stainless razor under $100.
The Lupo 95 rivals some of my more expensive razors (Blackbird, Timeless, ATT, Tatara). I believe the Lupo is a no brainer if you're looking for a stainless razor under $100.
CzechCzar
Use the Fat, Luke!
Doubt the beast is more comfortable. It is definitely more efficient though. You will learn if you stay in this site long enough that there is a difference between aggressive feeling and aggressive acting
The beast feels scary at first but it's actually quite gentle plus I can shave with it every day
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Other folks can only provide their opinion on razors that work for them. What works great for one face/skin/beard may not work at all for your face/skin/beard.
The only way to answer your question is to buy the razor, shave with it for a couple of weeks, use a variety of blades and arrive at your own conclusion regarding what works for you.
There are plenty of folks here who will buy the razors that don't work for you.
Just my opinion and YMMV.
The only way to answer your question is to buy the razor, shave with it for a couple of weeks, use a variety of blades and arrive at your own conclusion regarding what works for you.
There are plenty of folks here who will buy the razors that don't work for you.
Just my opinion and YMMV.
Another vote for vintage Gillette. A 1960's SuperSpeed is hard to beat and a great shave.
I completely agree with this post. Mine is chrome and has no alignment issues. I was even using kai blades which makes it more aggressive.The sloc you have is a better razor But none of this matters if you're not going to get one now. I'm currently using a game changer 680C myself.I have this Yaqi Matte Black DE razor. It was my 3rd (I now have 30+) and I can tell you it is a very good but cheap razor without any alignment issues. This razor is just slightly more aggressive than the EJ89. During my initial use, I thought holy cow aggressive with lots of blade feel....but after awhile...no issues and it can give me a very good efficient shave similar to some of my higher priced razors. I have the CG.84-P and Karve Brass SB-D too and they're great as well and I am satisfied with DE razors for now
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Fair enough.
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Thanks
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Thanks for the explanation.
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