In January I had 2 friends who converted to D.E shaving due to various reasons (ingrown hairs, not achieving a good shave, price of cartridges, skin problems etc..)
They bought a Edwin Jagger DE89 but both where struggling to get the technique down & had problems with cuts etc within the 1st month.
So I got fed up of explaining & teaching everyday lol so i gifted both of them for their birthdays which are a day apart; this cheap tech clone which I had got for myself just based on the looks a while back, I thought a tech style head is great for beginners & experienced users alike, the optimal friendly razor head design, thinking later they could enjoy their Edwin Jaggers once technique is mastered.
Long story short they both was able to get to grips with the technique much easier with this razor & actually achieve great shaves, now they are alternating between the Edwin jagger & this gem & both prefer this as now.
Its pretty light so for complete newbies who never in their life time picked up a D.E its fine as they are used to cartridge razors, the head is mild tech clone, no alignment issues at all, perfect size.
I know there is a baili razor, Gillette 7 o'clock with plastic handle, rimei, razorock tech etc.. So many cheap razors but this was super cheap & handle looks great & it was something a little different in looks to the usual cheapo's with a nice finish. I use kai blades in mine & shave daily just to maintain a clean appearance for work during the week its gentle & kind on the skin.
So if your in the UK you can get one to gift to a newbie or even for yourself if you like
Amazon link: Kanzy ® K100 - Double Edge Safety Razor - Fits All Double Edge Standard Razor Blades - Safety Razor - Blades Are Not Included + Presentation Case With Inside Mirror (K-100): Amazon.co.uk: Beauty
