Need an aggressive and quality DE

[Actor07]

What is the best and most aggressive DE razor out there? I'm not trying to tempt the fates but I love a clsoe shave ala BBS.


I've been shaving with a DE for over 30 years. So I am an experienced shaver. My first DE was a Gillette TTO as a teenager. I currently own a Merkur Futur (it's always on level 6) and an IKON S3S. My blade of choice is the Feather.

Any suggestions?????

 

[Face&Head]

Muhle R41. That said, a Futur on 6 is a pretty aggressive set-up. Their comes a point of diminishing returns with the degree of efficiency. I prefer a nice relaxed zen-type shave and can produce a BBS when I'm in the mood (not often) with any of my razors; it just takes an extra pass or two with the milder ones. While not considered über-aggressive a slant can deliver a mighty fine shave.

 

[Charlie NJ]

What is the best and most aggressive DE razor out there? I'm not trying to tempt the fates but I love a clsoe shave ala BBS.


I've been shaving with a DE for over 30 years. So I am an experienced shaver. My first DE was a Gillette TTO as a teenager. I currently own a Merkur Futur (it's always on level 6) and an IKON S3S. My blade of choice is the Feather.

Any suggestions?????

I sent you a pm, I have an idea that might help us both

 

[shyrlock]

I dont think you could go wrong with a second generation Tradere open comb. These are fine shaving tools and are very capable of giving you a great all day shave.
That Merkur Futur of yours ought to do the job as well

 

[Agravic]

Muhle R41 or Tradere OC are probably the more commonly available 'aggressive' razors available. It's difficult to really call any one razor the 'best'.

 

[celestino]

R41 with a few shims if you use the Futur on 6 and still find it lacking!
You might as well get into straights if you find all DEs a tad mild. Good luck.

 

[smalltank]

R41 or Slant 37c or Gillette RedTip

 

[SteveWY]

Is the Red Tip considered an "aggressive" razor in the same category as the R41 or Slant? IMO, my RT has a similar blade exposure as the Super Speed but just a little heavier.

 

[the beav]

Try a Gillette Single Ring with a Feather blade in it. That should do it for you.

 

[KodiakAttack]

I use a Merkur Progress set on 5+, but unfortunately I can't compare it to anything else, as its my first adjustable. Before i was using an OC 1904.

 

[Proinsias]

Old open comb Gillette might do the trick.

Not quite on topic but a Gem micromatic is my go to if I want a safety razor with a little extra bite.

 

[ALATRON]

I recommend open combs.

 

[Den]

The red tip is considered more aggressive due to its added weight. Nothing to do with blade gap/exposure.

 

[alex2363]

Joris or Barbasol floating head

 

[smalltank]

Red tip=heavy and thick beards
Blue tip=light to moderate beards
Blacktip=very light beards

Is the Red Tip considered an "aggressive" razor in the same category as the R41 or Slant? IMO, my RT has a similar blade exposure as the Super Speed but just a little heavier.

 

[chongo gordo]

I picked up a Redtip against advice on the forum; I was warned I'd find it to be too mild.

I found it to be too mild.

 

[joe j]

Tradere OC with either a feather or med prep should get the job done

 

[Vittoria]

I think good open comb say a gillette or a merkur should give you the shave you desire or strop up a valet auto that will do it ( I mean a close aggressive shave)
Smithy

 

[TonyJ]

As mentioned above Muhle R41. Even that progress in high settings can be aggressive R41 is more "comfortable" aggressive. Parker 22R (tto) is one option too. All vintage razors what I have are quite mild.