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mad_dog_94 t1_j6fmg2v wrote

leaf it's more than $15 but considering you can bulk buy double edge blades and use those in it you're saving a ton long term

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Fruitndveg t1_j6jhwem wrote

Second leaf. The initial investment isn’t chump change but DE blades can be had for next to nothing, it makes shaving so so affordable.

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mad_dog_94 t1_j6kni1c wrote

honestly its not a big difference between the leaf and some other good double edge razors anyway. i have a gilette my grandad used in korea that goes for about the same price but i prefer the leaf in every way, especially since i use it to shave my head and not just my neck

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ChucklesDaCuddleCuck t1_j6g8p3c wrote

Merkur is a great brand. Don't know if they are on Amazon though

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SheepImitation t1_j6fgj8u wrote

I use a Harry's for my legs ... shhh. ;p Just the razor blade and extra head is $9 if you can find them locally. If not, harrys.com + shipping. I also don't believe in a Pink Tax ;p

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yellowsweater1414 t1_j6fihd6 wrote

I bought a vintage one on eBay. 1960s Gillette.

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sasquatch_hunter06 OP t1_j6g54t5 wrote

I just bought a vintage gillette mini on ebay, hopefully it works good :)

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yellowsweater1414 t1_j6g9r8z wrote

Awesome! Best of luck. I clean and dry mine thoroughly after each use. Open it up, rinse the blade, and wipe it dry (carefully). You can find blades online or even at target.

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Fruitndveg t1_j6ji2vx wrote

You likely made the right decision. I’ve a Gillette from 1958 that still works and shaves to a super high standard. They’re built to last and cheap to run, unlike the Harry’s and dollar shave club crap other users recommended.

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BrianAndersonPens t1_j6ldqeb wrote

Easy to find at antique stores. I buy them frequently at $10. Clean and sanitize and they are ready to use. I use my grandfathers, probably 1940’s vintage, on a weekly basis.

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Obsidizyn t1_j6h2mu3 wrote

Merkur Mk34c is excellent. My job requires me to shave daily and i have been using one of those for a number of years along with Feather safety blades. Buy the big pack and each blade is only about 37 cents each and i use one blade a week.

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EastRaccoon5952 t1_j6ffhd6 wrote

I really like my gillete safety razor, its holding up well and has no rust after a year living in the shower

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SilverSaintLouis t1_j6fk9ph wrote

Just bought a Hanson razor, made of aircraft aluminium. It uses normal razor blades but it works like a Mach 3, I havent cut myself yet

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Kidan6 t1_j6g9kkm wrote

Honestly, safety razors are dirt cheap to make, and hard to mess up.So, yes, buy that $7 USD QShave, or the $9-$15 Baili or Weishi or Zomchi. When some no-name company decides to put out a safety razor out of nowhere, they're usually just buying one of these cheap Chinese razors, and they work fine.(Although probably made out of zamak, and not steel)

QShave basic:
https://www.amazon.com/Qshave-Handle-Classic-Double-Shaving/dp/B074J4D1VC/ref=sr_1_6?crid=SYPT9IT42RUT&keywords=qshave&qid=1675046889&sprefix=qshave%2Caps%2C123&sr=8-6

QShave Merkur adjustable knockoff:
https://www.amazon.com/QSHAVE-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium/dp/B06XGVRQKP/ref=sr_1_6?crid=SYPT9IT42RUT&keywords=qshave&qid=1675046930&sprefix=qshave%2Caps%2C123&sr=8-6

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Baili: https://www.amazon.com/BAILI-Classic-Barber-Shaving-Personal/dp/B06W57VMBJ/ref=sr_1_32?crid=20E1A3EUQN5EJ&keywords=safety+razor&qid=1675046858&sprefix=safety+razor%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-32

Zomchi:
https://www.amazon.com/Safety-Razor-Blades-Delicate-Plastic/dp/B0B9XFV4FJ/ref=sr_1_17?crid=30ZW1W1EGQ045&keywords=weishi%2Bsafety%2Brazor&qid=1675046950&sprefix=weishi%2Bsafety%2Brazor%2Caps%2C171&sr=8-17&th=1

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Hobs1998 t1_j6h52xw wrote

Edwin Jagger de89. I've been using one on my face for years. Very sensitive razor.

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oldbaldgrumpy t1_j6hepif wrote

I recently purchased a Merkur 34C and love it. It's not all steel, but has a great reputation for durability with proper care.

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