KenK posted for all of us...



I'm trying to find a good nen's razor. Gave up finding a reasonable (less
than $100) electric that gives a good shave. Been using the multiple
packages of Gillette's but they're only good for one or two shaves. Do the
old double-edges razors still exist? Still work? I used them decades ago.

Suggestions?

TIA

Interesting you brought this up. I was just doing a test myself. Of course
this is another subjective opinion...

No electric razor will match a blade. The "screen" is like a spacer, while a
blade is directly against the skin.

The blade manufacturers all use the same steel. I was told this by a knife
dealer whom did extensive research. He also sells straight razors, which he
does not use. He also sells double edge razors. Gillette 'Blue Blade' is
what my father always used... Bottom line; they could use better steel but
would not sell as many blades which would lead to less profit over time.

I tried a Harry's and am not convinced it's better. Caution: Their shave
cream/gel smells very strong - which I can't stand. I think the blades are
mounted too closely together and catch whiskers which cannot be rinsed out
and one must run their thumb down the blades to clear the debris. I thought
it irritated my skin when done. I just saw a Wallymart ad and they are
selling the line of products.

I like the Mach 3 the best. I don't think the 5 blade Fusion is any better.

I tried a Schick blade years ago and did not like it. May be better now...

I do not shave every day and when I do I use this shave gel stuff I got at
the barber shop. Works great and low odor.

When they shave my head they use this gel and a disposable razor. I don't
recall if I have ever used a disposable razor.

Bottom line: DAGS and see if you can get coupons or trial razors. You may
like something I don't which is fine. Please report back as to your
findings.

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Tekkie