I have been DE shaving for probably 4 or 5 months now, and I have yet to try an open comb razor. I only shave every 3 or 4 days, so I am thinking an open comb might work really well for me. I am interested in the Gillette NEW. I prefer razors that are lighter weight, and have thinner handles. Will the NEW satisfy both of these requirements?
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Not neccesarily.
Most NEW's have handles that are thicker (larger diameter) than a super speed, though some models did come with a "thin" handle.
Most NEW's have handles that are thicker (larger diameter) than a super speed, though some models did come with a "thin" handle.
Do you shave every 3 - 4 days because of choice or do you have a light beard?
The reason I ask is because the Gillette New is an aggressive shaver. Something to be considered as well
The reason I ask is because the Gillette New is an aggressive shaver. Something to be considered as well
The ball-end NEWs are not heavy when compared to a Futur, HD, or Bull Mastiff. As far as weight is concerned I would say that a ball-end NEW is middle of the road.
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Here is an image of:
A thick bar handle New Deluxe (weight 1.9 oz, 7/16" handle diameter).
And a thin handle Long Comb New (weight 1.6 oz, 3/8" handle diameter).
A thick bar handle New Deluxe (weight 1.9 oz, 7/16" handle diameter).
And a thin handle Long Comb New (weight 1.6 oz, 3/8" handle diameter).
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Thin handles come up on BST from time to time, but not as often as ball ends.
British Long Combs also have thin handles. They also weigh 1.6 ounces and come in a few different handle styles.
British Long Combs also have thin handles. They also weigh 1.6 ounces and come in a few different handle styles.
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You're welcome, glad I could help. For me, the British Long Combs are some of the smoothest and best shaving open combs around.
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