Recommendations for a mild open comb razor (or alternative if such a thing doesn't exist!)?

[Abz88]

My regular razors are all mild closed combs (Edwin Jagger DE86, Gillette 58 TV Special Superspeed, Gillette Slim Adjustable, Gillette Sportsman Tech, Wilkinson Sword Sticky, Gillette King C) paired with sharper blades (BIC Chrome Platinum's and Israeli Reds mainly), but every so often I have a period where, for whatever reason, I end up not shaving for a longer period than normal and I find my closed combs tug on my longer stubble.

With this in mind I'm thinking about buying an Open Comb razor for the days I have more growth than usual to mow down but something on the milder side if possible as mild razors and sharp blades are what seem to work best for me. Ideally I would just like to pick up a head I can use with my existing handles as I don't see myself using this very often but this isn't a stead fast requirement if no suitable options are available. The Muhle r41 seemed to be an obvious choice to pair with the Edwin Jagger handle, but I don't think this fits the mild requirement?

If it helps with recommendations, I usually shave WFT, XTG, XTG and don't both going ATG.

So with all of that in mind, does anyone have any recommendations?

 

[Jasper J.]

Razorock old type
Gillette new sc

 

[Hannah's Dad]

Gillette New Long Comb or Goodwill #160.

 

[EclipseRedRing]

For a modern razor you could try the Merkur 15C, or for vintage perhaps a single ring as well as the New or Goodwill suggested above. The aggression of a razor has little if anything to do with it being open comb in my opinion.

 

[emwolf]

Parker has a very mild OC, 26C I think is the model #. But one can't go wrong with Gillette NEW, short or long. Also, Maggard has a mild head only option

 

[Abz88]

Thanks for the suggestions so far, one other point to note is I am in the UK so the Razorock and Maggars options aren't easy to get ahold of.

 

[luv2shave]

Modern cnc milled

1) Razorock game changer 0.68 oc
2) Karve B/C plate OC
3) Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements - ascension DOC
4) Timeless 0.65 OC

These are my personal modern favorites for mild shavers in OC

 

[Sukeroku]

I really like the 1934 Gillette Aristocrat...beautiful as well.

 

[BigD]

Modern cnc milled

1) Razorock game changer 0.68 oc
2) Karve B/C plate OC
3) Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements - ascension DOC
4) Timeless 0.65 OC

These are my personal modern favorites for mild shavers in OC

Beat me to it.

 

[Mike M]

Parker has a very mild OC, 26C I think is the model #. But one can't go wrong with Gillette NEW, short or long. Also, Maggard has a mild head only option

I have the Parker 26c and it is indeed very mild for an OC razor yet it will happily mow down a few days growth

 

[EclipseRedRing]

Thanks for the suggestions so far, one other point to note is I am in the UK so the Razorock and Maggars options aren't easy to get ahold of.

Hi from Cardiff! You could take a look on the Bay, there are often "7 o'clock" vintage razors from before they were acquired by Gillette which are superb, and also ball end old types which are inexpensive. The Goodwill may be a bit more expensive but is a lovely razor. Good luck.

 

[Fred D]

I find the V2 Fatip open comb razors to be pretty mild. They are also very efficient, smooth, and comfortable.

 

[Hannah's Dad]

Since you’re in the UK, you simply must score a Gillette RFB New (raised flat bottom).

 

[Abz88]

I have the Parker 26c and it is indeed very mild for an OC razor yet it will happily mow down a few days growth

Thanks @Mike M and @emwolf , the Parker looks like a good modern option that I can get a hold of easily.

 

[Abz88]

Hi from Cardiff! You could take a look on the Bay, there are often "7 o'clock" vintage razors from before they were acquired by Gillette which are superb, and also ball end old types which are inexpensive. The Goodwill may be a bit more expensive but is a lovely razor. Good luck.

Thanks, I'll take a look and see what is available, the problem with the Bay is I often get carried away and over pay

 

[Abz88]

Since you’re in the UK, you simply must score a Gillette RFB New (raised flat bottom).

Thanks, I'll check out those vintage options. I have a feeling I'm going to go end up with a vintage and a modern

 

[Esox]

Maggars options aren't easy to get ahold of.

Maggard does offer a less expensive international shipping option at check out.

 

[Northstonehill]

Gillette New Long Comb or Goodwill #160.

Agree with my buddy Dan: The Goodwills are very mild, as is the Bohin. I find generally that the thicker teeth the milder OC...

Also - and here I know many will disagree with me - a great condition umolested 1st generation British Aristocrat is also very mild to me. I generally only like mild razors and any of my 1st gen Aristocrats are supersmooth and nice, in fact probably the mildest OC I’ve ever tried... and the most beautiful...

 

[Doug135]

Since you’re in the UK, you simply must score a Gillette RFB New (raised flat bottom).

+1 ... I really enjoy my RFB! With a moderate blade, I don't find it overly aggressive at all, and it's still plenty efficient.

 

[InkStainedWretch]

Hi from Cardiff! You could take a look on the Bay, there are often "7 o'clock" vintage razors from before they were acquired by Gillette which are superb, and also ball end old types which are inexpensive. The Goodwill may be a bit more expensive but is a lovely razor. Good luck.

I second the recommendation of a 7 O'clock. I also recommend a vintage Leresche - I have one that says something like POUR VOTRE LAME DOUX which I believe means FOR YOUR MILD BLADE.