Gentlemen:
I am a returning wetshaver (long story short: about six years ago I went electric, recently got tired of the mediocre shaves and while googling around the web to find a source for Trumpers sandalwood ran across this group). Ive been lurking for a bit now and based on what Id read decided to try a DE [had been using my old Sensor like it, cant stand the Mach 3 which I tried just before my electrical experiments].
Ive had my Futur for about three weeks now. It is a bit of a handful and has taken some getting used to. My thanks for everyone (Joe Lerch, in particular) who has commented on DEs in general and the Futur in particular. I am sure that the guidance has saved me from a few mishaps. (To date no cuts, but usually one or two nicks per shave.)
The reason (finally) for this post is to rave about Feather blades. When I ordered my Futur (from Classicshaving.com) I also ordered extra Merkur blades and (in a second order youre right, this shaving thing is addicting!) I somewhat nervously decided to order Feathers, with the idea Id get used to the Futur before I put a scalpel to my throat.
Well, this morning as I was shaving I noticed the Merkur blade seemed a bit dull after I had completed several passes. Dug around under the sink for the Merkur pack and saw the Feathers sitting there and thought, what the heck, why not?
My Lord what an experience!! That new blade went across my face as if it were floating on air. There seemed to be no friction, though I could hear and sense whiskers were being cut and to the touch the skin was very smooth). I made my usual two passes with touch ups and when I was done I was pleased to have such a smooth shave with no irritation and no cuts, nicks etc. None.
As I look over the shave Im sure that because I was using Feathers I was more careful in terms of pressure and technique, but I also have to give most of the credit to the blade. Something that sharp doesnt need much pressure, so voila, a great shave.
So, I guess the lesson for me and something for other shavers, especially beginners to consider is to give the Feathers (or maybe different blades) a try. As people (rightly) point out, everyones different, so try something different. As I learned, a neophyte DE user using what most experienced shavers consider a fairly aggressive razor and the sharpest blade on the market actually got a great and trouble free shave.
Thanks again, guys.
-- Bill
I am a returning wetshaver (long story short: about six years ago I went electric, recently got tired of the mediocre shaves and while googling around the web to find a source for Trumpers sandalwood ran across this group). Ive been lurking for a bit now and based on what Id read decided to try a DE [had been using my old Sensor like it, cant stand the Mach 3 which I tried just before my electrical experiments].
Ive had my Futur for about three weeks now. It is a bit of a handful and has taken some getting used to. My thanks for everyone (Joe Lerch, in particular) who has commented on DEs in general and the Futur in particular. I am sure that the guidance has saved me from a few mishaps. (To date no cuts, but usually one or two nicks per shave.)
The reason (finally) for this post is to rave about Feather blades. When I ordered my Futur (from Classicshaving.com) I also ordered extra Merkur blades and (in a second order youre right, this shaving thing is addicting!) I somewhat nervously decided to order Feathers, with the idea Id get used to the Futur before I put a scalpel to my throat.
Well, this morning as I was shaving I noticed the Merkur blade seemed a bit dull after I had completed several passes. Dug around under the sink for the Merkur pack and saw the Feathers sitting there and thought, what the heck, why not?
My Lord what an experience!! That new blade went across my face as if it were floating on air. There seemed to be no friction, though I could hear and sense whiskers were being cut and to the touch the skin was very smooth). I made my usual two passes with touch ups and when I was done I was pleased to have such a smooth shave with no irritation and no cuts, nicks etc. None.
As I look over the shave Im sure that because I was using Feathers I was more careful in terms of pressure and technique, but I also have to give most of the credit to the blade. Something that sharp doesnt need much pressure, so voila, a great shave.
So, I guess the lesson for me and something for other shavers, especially beginners to consider is to give the Feathers (or maybe different blades) a try. As people (rightly) point out, everyones different, so try something different. As I learned, a neophyte DE user using what most experienced shavers consider a fairly aggressive razor and the sharpest blade on the market actually got a great and trouble free shave.
Thanks again, guys.
-- Bill