Best cart for a two pass shaver?

[EternalBachelor]

Little background about me: I'm a DE shaver and I started with the low quality two-bladed disposable razors that they sell at many retail/drug stores. I never tried cartridge razors, I went straight from disposables to DE. The reason being I was spending my own money and I wanted to get the best bang for my buck, and the Gillette and Schick offerings were out of my budget.

I shave infrequently, but when I do using DEs (I like aggressive razors and OCs). Shaving against the grain (ATG) doesn't agree with my skin and beard, so I shave with (WTG) then across (XTG) and do some final clean-up. For a two pass shaver who doesn't shave ATG, what might be a good cartridge razor for me to try? I will still use good quality shave soap and a brush. I want to try carts because I know they shave better than the lowest quality disposables, and I'm curious to see how it compares to DE. I also could use a cartridge as a travel razor, since I wouldn't be upset if I lost it. Maybe if I'm in a pinch and have to shave quickly, I could pull it out then too.

 

[ajkel64]

It might depend if you prefer a pivoting head cartridge razor or not? Many prefer fixed head cartridge razors, personally I do not. The disposable that you used did they have a pivoting head?

 

[Joncr]

I can only speak based on my personal experience, and of course YMMV. The gillette fusion proglide power or proshield power should give the closest 2 pass shave. I would say close but second is Harry's razor. Third I would put the gillette sensor. FWIW a thinner/slicker lather like Cremo or Tader Joes may reduce irritation, or a thicker more cushioned lather like MWF may work better for you. Good luck.

 

[santamariasteve]

I like an Gillette ATRA or a Gillette Sensor.

 

[Egmont]

Maybe Schlick Quattro, slightly more aggressive than Mach 3—which is also worth trying.

However if you like DE and plan to continue with it, you might want to use a single blade option. Bic is a cheap option for airplane carry-on, but is less aggressive than you’re used to.

If you’re just curious, Quattro, Mach 3, maybe Harrry’s. I’ve not tried fusion or hydro razors..


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[catchacoolbreeze]

I use a Mach 3 for the second pass of my head shave (after the 1st pass with my DE). It works great in that role to touch up things I miss with my DE. But if I travel with a carryon and only use that for face and head then it kind of fails at it gets clogged quickly. If you have patience it works OK though.

I have read great reviews of Gillette Guard razor. I have have what seamingly is like a lifetime supply of Mach 3s and haven't had a chance to try them yet. You can also check out the ilather/iamcdb YouTube channel. He uses carts for his head shave and has specific opinions which might help.

 

[Pedict]

Trac II. Best Cart ever regardless of passes

 

[Chevyguy]

Trac II. Best Cart ever regardless of passes

You have to shave everyday otherwise the Trac-II cart will get plugged up with hair between the blades.

Clayton

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[Villalobos]

Trac II. Best Cart ever regardless of passes

I second this

 

[idan]

Little background about me: I'm a DE shaver and I started with the low quality two-bladed disposable razors that they sell at many retail/drug stores. I never tried cartridge razors, I went straight from disposables to DE. The reason being I was spending my own money and I wanted to get the best bang for my buck, and the Gillette and Schick offerings were out of my budget.

I shave infrequently, but when I do using DEs (I like aggressive razors and OCs). Shaving against the grain (ATG) doesn't agree with my skin and beard, so I shave with (WTG) then across (XTG) and do some final clean-up. For a two pass shaver who doesn't shave ATG, what might be a good cartridge razor for me to try? I will still use good quality shave soap and a brush. I want to try carts because I know they shave better than the lowest quality disposables, and I'm curious to see how it compares to DE. I also could use a cartridge as a travel razor, since I wouldn't be upset if I lost it. Maybe if I'm in a pinch and have to shave quickly, I could pull it out then too.

Gillette Fusion Proglide and the old Mach 3.
with fusion proglide the shaving more closer but with mach 3 less irritation.
my tip is: try both and decide which razor works better for you.
both these razors are best with my experience...

 

[rockviper]

I have never used a Trac-II. Better than an injector?

 

[Toothpick]

Simple to answer. Best cart: Gillette Guard.

 

[Chevyguy]

I have never used a Trac-II. Better than an injector?

I prefer an Injector over my Trac-II. I still like my Trac-II, the shave just get's done quicker with the Injector due to fewer passes, and no clogging of the blades.

Clayton

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[rockviper]

Thanks, Clayton.