Is it best to stick with one razor or alternate? I always thought your beard and face adapts to a razor that you use constantly and changing razors often will not produce a good shave. Right now I have been alternating between Feather, Slim and Injector. Any thoughts?
Razor Rotation?
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Some guys can switch. I get better results if If I do not switch. I find that my face gets used to one razor and I go with it almost exclusively , giving me an awesome shave every time..
When learning, find one blade and razor combination that works and stick with it, for at least a few weeks, maybe a month. This keeps the variables down to a minumum, so when something goes wrong with a shave, you can figure out how to fix it easier. After you get technique down, you can switch it up and have to learn technique for a new combination, until you get to where you can adapt at will.
The quickest way to learn...or bleed a whole lot if you don't, is use a Feather with a moderately aggressive razor. Your technique will improve dramatically, or your face will look like you took a cheese grater to it.
The quickest way to learn...or bleed a whole lot if you don't, is use a Feather with a moderately aggressive razor. Your technique will improve dramatically, or your face will look like you took a cheese grater to it.
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I like this question. I rotate.
first you build a nightmarish contraption:
then you load it with handfuls of straights:
https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/8JOdbdMrNpxvsVbsvYEGYFkZTjW2DlOVIHim-sWKLMo?feat=directlink
yeah baby! (ok, I'm showing off, I admit).
http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/289338-Razor-holdery-geary-contraptiony-thingy
It was a fun way to amuse myself for many many hours. I still haven't put a box around it yet (need to do that), and do want to put a motor on it (just want to do that, not need).
first you build a nightmarish contraption:
then you load it with handfuls of straights:
https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/8JOdbdMrNpxvsVbsvYEGYFkZTjW2DlOVIHim-sWKLMo?feat=directlink
yeah baby! (ok, I'm showing off, I admit).
http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/289338-Razor-holdery-geary-contraptiony-thingy
It was a fun way to amuse myself for many many hours. I still haven't put a box around it yet (need to do that), and do want to put a motor on it (just want to do that, not need).
I tend to cut myself a lot when I change razors, so I'm pretty happy to stick with one.
I find it best to stay with one.
Although I can't help it sometimes and try a different razor on impulse. I tend to nick myself or get irritation when I switch it up too much.
Although I can't help it sometimes and try a different razor on impulse. I tend to nick myself or get irritation when I switch it up too much.
I've always just sort of grabbed the one I was in the mood for. I never linked changing around to not having a good shave... interesting...
I don't know what's best, but I know what I like. I have 2 mainstay razors, my Merkur 38M and my Gillette Old Type. I'm in the process of testing blades and what I usually do is to go with two blades in the 38M (3 shaves each blade), then try the blade out in my Old Type for 3 shaves. In between that, I'll pop a blade, either the one I'm testing or my old standbys, into one of my several other razors and I may swap it out daily for three shaves to get an idea of how the blade performs in each razor.
I really like using different razors from day to day. That said, make sure you have your technique down and learn the razor before adding it to the never-ending carousel. Some shave at slightly different angles, work best with different blades, etc. It's easiest to figure out your best shave for that tool, by eliminating variables until you're satisfied.
I like switching razors, and don't think that my face suffers as a consequence. In fact, I think that it improves technique, because you have to adapt unconsciously to the razor.
That's my excuse for collecting razors....and I'm sticking to it.
That's my excuse for collecting razors....and I'm sticking to it.
i would not recommend rotating razors if you are just starting out, but once you have your technique down, i see no reason not to rotate! Variety is so much fun. However, if you are getting great shaves from one or two razors, then stay with them. Good luck.
+1 Depending on what I feel like using that day, I'll pick the razor, blade, brush, cream. Of course, they're not all interchangeable (some blades don't go with a certain razor). But it's fun to mix/match.
Your beard adapts to a razor? What are razors, roach spray and our beards are bugs? I've never heard they "theory" before.
Our beard is passive and only provides whiskers to cut. Give credit to the beard for learning how to be shaved by a certain razor if you wish . . . but I believe we master the razor and are better able to use the tool to its fullest extent.
Very good point. Learning time is not rotation time!
As for me, I have ADD, so rotating razors is essential to . . . what's for lunch? . . . keeping me focused.
I switch between a 34C and a Fatboy, and I get a fairly consistently good shave each time. I think it comes down to knowing the technique you need for each razor to perform at it's best, so for me, it seems logical that a small rotation of a few razors that suit you personally is best.
Your face doesn't adapt to the razor.... you do. Personally I like rotating through my razors, though I do have a few that see more use than the rest.
I like rotating my razors. Variety is the spice of life!
I use one razor 98% of the time. I don't think it matters as long as you take the time to learn each razor and then use the appropriate technique for each one. I don't think your face cares unless you use the wrong technique for the weapon in your hand.
I do modify my technique a little bit depending on which razor I use that day. My Merkur 33C needs less pressure and more attention to detail than a 34C or a EJDE89.
Is rotating a good idea? Well, everyone here is right that you should stay consistent while you're learning. Once you're comfortable, rotating can help you develop preferences and allow you to decide what you like. That's how I decided I like heavier handles and three piece designs.
Is rotating a good idea? Well, everyone here is right that you should stay consistent while you're learning. Once you're comfortable, rotating can help you develop preferences and allow you to decide what you like. That's how I decided I like heavier handles and three piece designs.
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I use a different razor, brush, soap/cream and aftershave/cologne every day.
