Brief background, I have my straight and since the Xmas I received it a few years back, it's been my only razor. I've taken it to my scalp several times, sometimes to better results than others. Nicks don't bother me and I accept that it will just take time to get the angle right on the back and sides of my head, but I need a backup to finish the job when the edge has gotten a little too tired or I just don't have the time to go slow with the Dovo. One day I'm sure I'll add another straight to the collection to make regular head shaving easier but for now I think a DE fills my need better and still gets me away from the damn clippers.
Budget is a bit of a factor, I'm not looking for the cheapest razor out there but I am looking for good value. Long life, minimal maintenance, good performance and a reasonable price, not too aggressive (though I doubt any would be as aggressive as when I've gotten a bit too steep with the straight razor).
I've been strongly considering the Henson medium. As I hear it the medium is still pretty mild and easy to keep the right angle, the price is at the higher end of what I'd like to spend.
I'd love to hear some other suggestions if anyone has some opinions they'd like to share.
Budget is a bit of a factor, I'm not looking for the cheapest razor out there but I am looking for good value. Long life, minimal maintenance, good performance and a reasonable price, not too aggressive (though I doubt any would be as aggressive as when I've gotten a bit too steep with the straight razor).
I've been strongly considering the Henson medium. As I hear it the medium is still pretty mild and easy to keep the right angle, the price is at the higher end of what I'd like to spend.
I'd love to hear some other suggestions if anyone has some opinions they'd like to share.