Early on in my DE shaving career(about 2 years ago) I declared Feather my blade of choice. I was a bit naive and full of myself, and I thought this is what serious shavers used. After all, they are considered the sharpest. So I used them and used them, and constantly had a raw burning neck to show for it. It was at this point that Red Personnas stepped in, and it made a world of difference for a beginner. These were followed by many blades, the Gillette 7 O'Clock Yellows becoming my favorites. But yesterday I was just dying to try a Feather again after all this time. So with my Merkur HD and Taylor's Avocado cream I went for it. And I got the closest, smoothest, most irritation free shave I think I've ever gotten. Call it luck. Call it better technique. Or maybe a bit of both. But I may just come full circle to Feathers again. A great shave is a thing of beauty. Sadly too many men can't appreciate that.
My Joyous Return to Feathers
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Welcome back! Feathers definitely will let you know if your technique is not spot on. Congrats on improving that!
Once my technique was there, Feathers were the only thing that would do (except Bluebirds too)
I used to have horrible neck irritation with a cartridge. I bought a blade sampler and was very impressed by the feather blades. I had heard that they were wicked sharp, so I dialed down my Fat Boy and had the best shave of my life. Now I use a Futur with feather blades and I love it.
Beard prep, beard prep, beard prep. The preparation determines the shave. That is what I have to say.
I use Feathers exclusively, except on occasion when I want a leisure shave with a Bluebird. Bluebird, however, cannot get anywhere near as close a shave as with a Feather.
I use Feathers exclusively, except on occasion when I want a leisure shave with a Bluebird. Bluebird, however, cannot get anywhere near as close a shave as with a Feather.
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Feather are the only blades that work for me.
They are sharp, smooth, and they last longer than many other blades.
Today im on my 8th shave whit the same blade, and it's still sharp and smooth, actually if the blade continue like that i might aim for 14 shave whit the same blade, and who knows, maybe it will be a whole month.
They are sharp, smooth, and they last longer than many other blades.
Today im on my 8th shave whit the same blade, and it's still sharp and smooth, actually if the blade continue like that i might aim for 14 shave whit the same blade, and who knows, maybe it will be a whole month.
Nice! It's also my story in a way.
I started with Derby's, and still like them.
Then I ordered a sampler pack of Japanese blades.
Nowadays, it's just the Feathers as a routine.
I like them a lot, find them easy going and ordered 200 pcs.
I started with Derby's, and still like them.
Then I ordered a sampler pack of Japanese blades.
Nowadays, it's just the Feathers as a routine.
I like them a lot, find them easy going and ordered 200 pcs.
I may try them again.
Feathers are the reason why we inform n00bs to try another blade-they will always let you know when your technique is off.
However, once your technique has improved, the Feathers are there-ready,willing, and able to slice away any hair that dares to rise above its station!
marty
However, once your technique has improved, the Feathers are there-ready,willing, and able to slice away any hair that dares to rise above its station!
marty
Just received my 100 pack of Feathers today from PaulDog. I predict a lot of blood, sweat, and tears this coming month!
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