This is superb shaving Sandy...especially for your first time at it using this method. Well done mate, hope you have many happy shaves to come, they should last you many years...thank you for the shout out too, very kind of you..All the best Sandy..Paul.
Thanks Paul, That was very kind of you to send me this shaving equipment. I will now look forward to my twice weekly shaves. It os nice to have quality equipment to hand. Thanks Paul. Sandy
Sandy ---- you make me smile. I watch all your videos. I love the radio ones and like the rough camping vid's too. My ancestors came from your neck of the woods in 1635. I wish I was able to go camping and operate qrp with you but I have messed around and gotten to old. 73, n5gkv
Malcolm Bussey I am messing around and getting old too. Not too old just yet but I can see that phase of my life fast approaching! Where abouts in Wiltshire did your folk herald from I wonder?
One would think a 20 minute video talking about and watching a bloke shave would be boring. Boring it is not. You have a unique way of making any topic entertaining and interesting. Really enjoyed the video. Thank you for sharing. Dave
Hello Sir, I would like to introduce myself, I am George Painter from the USA and I have a wet shaving channel. I found you from watching Paul, you are right, he is a true gentleman and his videos helped me through a serious illness and has become a great friend. It was an honor to watch your first DE shave, I truly enjoyed it an appreciate you sharing it with us. If it would be ok with you I would like to share this video with my Facebook brothers, Gold dollar shave club. We are a group of men who are wet shaving hobbiest and share the love of shaving and I know they would enjoy this as much as I did. Thank you again Sir, All the best to you, George
I remember my granddad showing me how to shave with his razor just like that Sandy, brought back some real good memories, you had to work a lather up on the hard shaving soap. I still have his glass bottle of 'old spice' in my bathroom cabinet, I never use the stuff but its always there as a reminder. Pleasure to watch.
Dear Sandy, thankyou so much for posting this video. It brings back very many happy memories (and provoked a few tears, lol!) of watching my father shave when I was a little girl. He passed when I was 15 and I will always miss those close moments with him. The noise of the razor, the smell of the shaving soap, the expletives when he cut himself! He was in the Royal navy for 12 years and so shaving was a daily thing for him, even after retirement. The only time I knew him to not shave was when he had two voyages up into the Arctic circle. He used to say that the Royal Navy was the only service that allowed men to grow full beards (a full set he always called it) I don't know if this is still the case. Anyways, congratulations on finding a way to pamper yourself a little! We all deserve some, now and then! Much love, Ales xx
aleswitch Hi Ales, Hope you are well. Glad this bought back such nice memories for you. You were too young to lose your dad. I was 25 when my dear old Dad died. That was back in 1988 but I can remember him like it was just yesterday. Take care Sandy
When I was 16 I dug out my dad's old army issue razor from 1942, bought some blades and gave it a go. The following day I bought myself a Philishave. Though you do inspire me to give it another chance.
Fantastic video Sandy, you've inspired me to think about looking further into this kind of shaving. Looks like a luxurious pampering experience that you can enjoy for years to come. I'm so glad Paul sent you these items, you deserve the best in life :)
Hi Rick, The future is DE shaving for me from now on. It;s not cheap to start off though. The brush alone is worth over 50 quid! But once you have bought all the kit it will last for years. Paul says £15 of razor blades will last a couple of years so in the long term you could save money. But it's worth trying this for the expereince alone. Take care Sandy
brilliant to see sandy, very refreshing to see someone bucking the trend of the sheep following fury face growers lol. cant beat a close shave mate. a true gentleman :) when i was a reserve soldier no one dared grow a beard for fear of a proper beating (respirators dont seal on beards and let gas in). i use my hair clippers on #0 to keep my stubble down a bit once a week. ill probably wet shave once every 2 or 3 weeks, or if im going out out lol. i got a badger hair brush a few years back but still use a mach 3 razor, after watching this im tempted to look at some razors the same as this. paul is a bloody nice bloke for posting all this to you. have a nice weekend mate
Nice to see you pampering yourself. This would make a lovely present for my Dad but after he almost severed his finger in a lawn mower we don't encourage him to have sharp objects anymore! The products you used look lovely. I will let you into a little secret....Dad has been using anti wrinkle cream for years.....sssshhhh. Hope Aunty H is doing well xxxx
Thanks Buzzardgirl, I think Cousin J would really enjoy a good DE razor, I will have to pop over and see him sometime. Aunty H could be better, we are all a little worried at the moment but I will keep you informed if there is any news. She used to visit M often but hasn't been for a few weeks now. I hope M is OK. Best wishes Sandy
Wow. Paul has sent you some amazing products there mate. I can vouch for every single item there. All quality. That's an incredible gift package. As a fan of both yours and Paul's channels, enjoy your shave.
Lovely upload Sandy. I bet Mandy was all over you like a cheap suit! I have my late fathers D.E. razor which I have used for 34 years. They are great value as if you flip the blades you get 4 shaved at least. I am wrapping it up for Christmas as a present to my 14 year old boy. Keep the tradition going. That's what you get when you buy quality. Lasts many lifetimes. Keep safe and look after Mandy and the family. Simon
Great video Sandy! A change from the usual :) Here's a tip, for extra smoothness, go against the grain on your first pass, and use hair conditioner as your soap. Cheers, and keep them coming! Dave.
Hi Sandy, used these years ago for a long time I think they were called the first safety razors at the time, as I remember some models used to open a split in the middle of the top plate when twisting the handle so you could drop the blade in from the top and the brush, well we used to use any old bar of soap that was handy! mmm think I am getting old lol
Very nice gifts Sandy, I remember playing with my Grandfather's old double edge razor myself as a kid. I might just have to get myself one of those set up as I'm like yourself I just shave as quick as possible and move out. Better watch out in the next video we'll see Mandy chasing after you. Be well my friend, John
I've just realised I never commented on this video. It's thanks to this video I discovered Paul's channel and got into DE shaving. I used to detest shaving with a passion but have come to love it now I use this method. Thanks for such an inspiring video, Sandy.
I felt every stroke. What a close shave. I remember playing around with my granddads shaver which looked very similar but a gold chrome plate. I use the cheap throw away ones and sometime only with soap. Bit of a cheap skate to be honest but I do agree it's nice to pamper ones self now and again. A great enjoyable video Sandy. Might upgrade the shaving to the next level. Great guy that Paul for sending you the gifts. Take care. Nick.
I cant believe i have just spent 15 mins watching a man shave :-) more surprising than that i found it very inspiring, when my granddad died who i was very close to i could not dispose of his razor which is similar to yours however its brass, i still have blades and all accessories too. I remember as a small boy how he would teach me to shave using the afore mentioned razor and it is an item that brings memories of him flooding back. I am hoping the blades will be ok as they are at least 20 yrs old. The razor itself was around at my earliest memory and im just approaching 50. Thank you for the vid sandy im off for a shave. All the best my friend. Shaun
I thought that Wallace & Gromit had popped round to see you for a minute Sandy ! I switched to that type of razor several years ago & I am well pleased with it. That cooling balm is good too. You will be beating off the ladies round your way now with a freshly coppiced hazel stick ! All the best, Neil.
Really nice to see someone bring you as much joy as one must feel after receiving one of your knives! :)This video brought me back many years, as I would love to watch my Grandfather who visited us from Germany every summer who shaved just that way. He had a soft boars head bristle brush & he'd use one of my mother's coffee mugs to overflow with the cream... I found it so relaxing to watch, as I did your video, Sandy. As a new subscriber, just wanted to thank you for the bit about your health because I did wonder/worry. x
Just watched this video and had to laugh when you said you'd never used this type of razor. I'm a 70 year old grandma and used this type to shave my legs when younger. They give a great, smooth shave.
Brought back memories of my dad using his razor which was the same as yours but much lower quality obviously being army issue. I too played with it as a kid and used it as I got older. I nicked my skin a time or two and moved to a BIC! Thats a work of art you've got there, plus the brush of course. Lovely vid. ATB, Pete.
my dad used a razor like that for most of his life ... his was so old and well used the plating had worn off so it was Brass. I never knew him to buy a new brush either. You'll have to branch out in to Jacklore cutthroat razors now :D
That brought back memories Sandy, my Dad gave me a razor just like that as a 15 year old going to join JIB Junior Infantryman Battalion in Shornecliffe Folkestone. After 1 st week &lots Bog paper I did away with the razor blade everyone was amazed at how quick I could shave. Dave B. Thailand.
You love that razor forever Mr Jack. I have an original 1964 Gillette slim handle adjustable double edge razor. been using it for years and years. that was a very nice gift. ATB my friend. Steven
Hi Steve, It was a wonderful gift indeed. Did you see the red buff you sent me on the back of the chair! It lives there now but no doubt I will use it on some camps in the future. All the best Sandy
Hi, you've really gone upmarket with excellent kit to boot. My field/travel kit consists of a Gillette 3 piece razor, Wilkinson sword double edge blades, Palmolive shave stick which fits inside a Wesco/BCB camouflage stick tube, British army heliograph signalling mirror dated 1945, a small shaving brush, styptic pencil, flannel and soap bar packed inside a Dutch army dpm camouflage wash bag which has served me well for over 30 years. I last used it just days ago in hospital having a knee replacement.
Ah, finnaly a taste of that intro! Good thing you tried one of those "old" razors, always remembered my dad using his every once in a while, probably some sort of a ritual of his to remind him when he was younger. That brush is really, really something else! My dad still uses that, and i got to say it works wonders! Thanks for the video, it was definetly refreshing, no pun intended with the aftershaves! ahah Dear thoughts from Portugal, António
Very nice job sir ....and a very nice razor indeed. The Edwin Jagged DE 89 is my one and only as well! Paul is a true gentleman and has many viewers because of it . Welcome to the DE SHAVE community. All the best ...Len
My father taught me how to use an open (cuthroat) razor when i was ateenager which seemed to turn what was a chore into a wonderful ritual. Ive got a big bushy beard now but I do miss a nice shave. Nice video Sandy😃
Nice - welcome to the wet shave. I have historically used gel and a Gillette fusion but started with DE razor. I have a nice real badger brush, DE razor, soap dish and it all fits on a stand -. First pass top to bottom, left side face one edge then right side the other, then ear to nose/midline again with one edge on alt sides, then nose/midline to ear - then finally feel for any stragglers.
Hi Sandy, now you're as smooth as as a babies bottom! My husband used to have a razor like that but he gave it up in favor of the disposables. He has bumps on his face and every day he would have nicks all over. The sink would look like a crime scene. He would tear off bits of toilet paper and stick them to the nicks. As a young bride I used to like to watch him shave, even despite of all the bloodletting! ATB, Lisa
I was in my middle 50s when I purchased my first "safety" razor (double edged razor). I wish that I'd done it sooner. Clean close shaves every time and much less expensive (after paying for the handle) than any of the cartridge systems out there. Cheers for sharing your experience.
Clean as a whistle Sandy, when I was "a young shaver", I always used a similar razor, this was because I watched members of our family using them ie..my dad, my Gramp and my Uncle. I remember the young ladies liked my soft face as I nuzzled up to them at the local hop. Then I met my future wife in 1963 and I bought an electric razor LOL. Cheers Sandy.........Les.
Wiltshire Man The old Leccy razor lasted a very short time Sandy, dad bought it for me as a Xmas gift, it was a Sunbeam. soon went back to the safety razor and, after all these years we still canoodle LOL. ATB.........Les.
What a good laugh I had watching a shaving virgin! (well, almost). When I started shaving with my Dad's old cast-off razor they all looked like that, though not of that quality, and there was simply no other method unless you used one of the new-fangled electric shavers that sounded like a helicopter. Only rich people changed their blade every time though. You must have a face like a baby's bottom now - no need to shave for a month. Great fun Sandy - thanks for sharing, Noel (staying with the beard)
The beard suits you Noel. I often let mine grow a bit. I am a once or twice a week shave man, but sometimes like to let it grow. I cn tolerate it for a while but what I can't tolerate is the moaning from the missus, so I have to shave it off.. Lovely gift that Paiul sent to me. orth well over 80 quid.!!!
Been wet shaving for about 7 years now. Got a 1959 Gillette double edged razor on eBay. You don't need to change the razor every shave. Should be able to get a few shaves out of each one. I usually go with the grain of the hair on the first pass, then against the grain on the second pass. I used to do a middle pass crosswise with the grain. Enjoy!
Sandy I had to laugh because this style of shaving is a rabbit hole. I used a DE razor 30 years ago in the Marines and a few years ago bought the same one you received. That led me to straight razor shaving then honing my own razors. There's no end in shight lol. I was impressed you didn't nick yourself the first time out. Give those blades the respect they deserve. You should give us an update.
Great little video that sandy, as other comments have noted..you could make a video on anything interesting! I always look forward to your videos. Atb Martin
NB : Single edge razor is the only way. This is a great video. Finally, you have come of age. Shaving is something to be done slowly and with intent. Go up and down, not sideways. Do a search for WW2 shaving - you will get the right moves. The best of British awaits you.
Like all of us of a certain age I remember my dad using a razor like that. I have no patience these days for a shave like that so I've grown a beard lol All the best Sandy... Stay sharp... Mark
You even make a mundane task like shaving look elegant Sandy, some nice gifts there and yes they do shave closer than the average razor, and they don't clog up, been using mine for years, enjoy, atb, Paul.
My namesake Great-Grandfather was a barber and shaved with a straight razor, keeping it sharp with a sandstone, and keeping an edge with a strop. My Grandfather and Father both used a straight razor until the Gillette double edge razor, similar to your new razor, came available. I began shaving, even though I didn't need to shave, while serving in the U.S. Navy. About 1974 I abandoned the Gillette for the Norelco electric rotary razor. I've owned 2 Norelco electrics both becoming candidates for the garbage dump over 35 years. I now use the use a couple times and throw away razor. I stopped using the barber's soap in a cup and application brush over 10 years ago and dry shave every couple days when I'm not growing a beard (mostly during winter/cold months). I have retired and no longer required to have a clean shaven face. I have used the down, across, and up strokes for shaving since the mid 1960's but I've never seen the application of shaving cream applied between the different strokes. I've lathered once and stroked then rinsed. Occasionally, I will treat my face to a warm wash cloth after the shave for a few minutes.
Nothing like a proper shave bro... Looking good... I do this every week with the addition of the Optrex Eye wide blue eye drops... I have brown eyes myself but find that the blue stuff works better to lighten the whites and bring out the openness of the eye... I also bang on some Vaseline intensive care lotion before going off for a 7K hire with my lad. Not a puffy fella by any stretch mate but you will find you look 10 years younger and feel it too. good on you pal. T
I remember my dad having a razor like that, it held double edge blades which were about a 1mm thick! I think they were called 8 O'clock and came individually wrapped in thick green paper. Accompanied by hair brush and soap dish that lathered like a soap volcano!
Got to get me one of them razors that looked like a really close shave you can't beat a wet shave to wake you up, as foxy said you must have smelt like a tart's handbag after,atb John.
Pretty much the Rolls Royce of razors renowned world wide I treasure mine proud its a British product :-) once the double edge skill is mastered you won't look back believe me. ATB Tomas.
Only appropriate that a craftsman of your talent with the blade has the right shaving implement. My dad has always used the badger brush and DE type razor - myself, I can't remember the last time a razor touched my face! :)
Sandy, you could make a video on chopping onions interesting, lol! Next time get some aerial shots with the drone. That would be pretty funny. Atb from across the pond. Adam
Very interesting, did you ever notice how you move your head and contort your face as you watch someone shave? Lol. My dad had a razor like that when I was a small boy, I believe he called it a safety razor.
you deserve all the good things in life mate, I bet i am not the only man watching this twisting his face as you shave lol i caught my self moving my face as though i was shaving lol ATB mate
I use an Edwin Jagger razor with Feather blades and it's superb! If you clean the blades by wiping them on a towel after each shave, you will get quite a few uses out of each blade. YMMV and Feather blades last longer than some others (they're sharper than most too).
A whole new experience awaits! Before long you will be buying more razors and comparing different blades, soaps, brushes ... the possibilities are endless. I own a number of vintage DE razors and 2 or 3 brushes and am always trying different blades.
Have always used this type of razor. Tip -strop the blade. After rinseing before putting it away, push the blade down a towel both edges. Turn the blade over, repeat. Keeps soap and water drying on the blade egde. Doubles the life of each blade. Tony
Nice pressies .. I've never had a go at single razor like that, always used the double or triple blades. I did use some single blade disposables once but they were rubbish.
Many years ago I had Bells Palsy and the left side of my face was paralyzed for 6 months. My eye wouldn't shut and vision was greatly degraded, I had to tape my eye shut at night and carry drops with me always. Glad they got you straightened out, would like to find a link to see some of your knifeworks.
Thats probably the perfect shave, unfortunate for the likes of me just the second pass would leave me with a rash for days, if I don't go with the grain I'm screwed.
Sandy. I reckon you should make a ‘one off’ Jacklore Japanese type straight razor. You could send it to Paul as a challenge to shave with it. They’re an uncommon type so he might not have tried with one. It would be a great challenge for you as well. A thin hard blade honed to an extremely sharp edge.
The thing about going over in different directions is that if the hairs grow flat to the skin like they do on my neck it can cause in growing hairs and rash/spots if you go against the grain. I always shave just with the grain now even though it's not super smooth and I don't have so many problems. I used to get horrendous neck rash and spots before this! Not so much a problem if your beard grows straight out.
Never used one of those for years. the one you have does look well engineered . How long do the blades last before they lose their keenness? Once again Sandy wonderful video brilliant chat.
Just last week I was telling my wife how poor a shave I've been getting with the disposeable razors. I've tried several different brands but the quality is poor in all of them. Thank's Sandy, I'm off to Paul's site.
Sandy, Did you say that was a Rolls Royce razor or Edwin Jagger? I grew up with those double edge razors. For years I used one I got from cheapo I got from the government, with good blades-Wilkinson you could get a good shave. With proper preparation the blades lasted 4-5 shaves. Probably went through a half dozen since 1965. About 20 years agouti got hard to get double edge blade sand new razors. Everything suddenly went to disposable heads and they get pricey. On my second of that type of razor. I think these heads have 4 blades. I get 5-6 shaves, but at a cost. Would've to get good affordable double edge razor. I've seen the high end chic chic razors. I shave every 3-5 days or at times I wait two years!LOL
Hi Sandy! Yes, a shaving video!! Didn't know there was so much good stuff associated with shaving! Really nice items. I'll check out Paul's channels. After watching this video, I may just shave my beard.... But, no, I can't; my YT subscribers want me to keep the beard AND most importantly my wife says don't shave, just trim it every few weeks.
I am not shaving fan either Sandy! Once a week I use cheap a Gillette blue 2 with sensitive shaving gel. As long as it does the job, it's good enough for me! Cheers Roger
You're really lucky Paul gave you an Edwin Jagger, the absolute best beginner razor of any in my opinion. Having used Merkur and Edwin Jagger, I absolutely have to say that Edwin Jagger gives a far superior shave to the classic Merkur shave head. Many people claim they give the same performance, but they aren't even in the same ball park.
i have a sharpening stone especially constructed to resharpen those double sided disposable blades. I can make a plastic disposable razor last for over a week before it starts to dull. Clean the packed hair out and sotre upright in a water glass next to the sink. Water causes rust and dull blades. I remember basic training. lots of kids who had never shaved before were required to shave every day mo matter what. One sadist told this kid with acne. oh just plow thru it and shave them smooth. they will flatten out. He bled like a stuck pig for almost a whole day. Kid learned how to shave and sadist learned how to do pushups the right way.
Sandy, when did you get the 'Babies bottom' transplanted onto your face, very smooth. At least you're not the star of a 'Slasher' movie. Well done mate. atb Stewart
I used to work for a company that made parts for a razor like that for Gillette. . . If you got one part at the right angle you could get it to fly throw air from one end of shop floor to other did hurt if it hit you
DE Razors :They're good aren't they ! I use a Muhle R89 which has the same head as the Edwin Jagger razor. The blades last about 5 shaves, and I can recommend trying "Platinum" brand blades. They are slightly more expensive, but are worth it ! Enjoying the vids, ATB.
Sandy, I must correct myself. When I said Platinum blades, I meant "Feather" blades, which are 'Platinum coated'. I hope you get a chance to try them :) ATB
good vid i used to shave like this but very time consuming so i have started using an electric 1 but go back to it when im going out with the wife as it gives a better shave
Bit different from your usual videos but enjoyable all the same. I must admit I used to use one of those razors years ago and I always cut myself. I think in hindsight I used to put too much pressure on the razor. Also I have a few bumps in my skin, a few blemishes, and it seemed I was planning them off every time I used that type of razor. I use the 3-pass method too but with a Gillette Mach 3 in order to spare myself the bloodletting. You've obviously a lighter touch than I had!
ive got a very similiar razor, same company looks identical but with a fake ivory handle, as it matched the brush handle.. it does take a bit longer than clippers, but it is a much better experience.
This is superb shaving Sandy...especially for your first time at it using this method. Well done mate, hope you have many happy shaves to come, they should last you many years...thank you for the shout out too, very kind of you..All the best Sandy..Paul.
Thanks Paul, That was very kind of you to send me this shaving equipment. I will now look forward to my twice weekly shaves. It os nice to have quality equipment to hand.
Thanks Paul.
Sandy
Sandy ---- you make me smile. I watch all your videos. I love the radio ones and like
the rough camping vid's too. My ancestors came from your neck of the woods in 1635. I wish I was able to go camping and operate qrp with you but I have messed around and gotten to old. 73, n5gkv
Malcolm Bussey I am messing around and getting old too. Not too old just yet but I can see that phase of my life fast approaching! Where abouts in Wiltshire did your folk herald from I wonder?
One would think a 20 minute video talking about and watching a bloke shave would be boring. Boring it is not. You have a unique way of making any topic entertaining and interesting. Really enjoyed the video. Thank you for sharing. Dave
David Cooper Hhaa.
Hello Sir, I would like to introduce myself, I am George Painter from the USA and I have a wet shaving channel. I found you from watching Paul, you are right, he is a true gentleman and his videos helped me through a serious illness and has become a great friend. It was an honor to watch your first DE shave, I truly enjoyed it an appreciate you sharing it with us. If it would be ok with you I would like to share this video with my Facebook brothers, Gold dollar shave club. We are a group of men who are wet shaving hobbiest and share the love of shaving and I know they would enjoy this as much as I did. Thank you again Sir,
All the best to you,
George
I remember my granddad showing me how to shave with his razor just like that Sandy, brought back some real good memories, you had to work a lather up on the hard shaving soap. I still have his glass bottle of 'old spice' in my bathroom cabinet, I never use the stuff but its always there as a reminder. Pleasure to watch.
Dear Sandy, thankyou so much for posting this video. It brings back very many happy memories (and provoked a few tears, lol!) of watching my father shave when I was a little girl. He passed when I was 15 and I will always miss those close moments with him. The noise of the razor, the smell of the shaving soap, the expletives when he cut himself! He was in the Royal navy for 12 years and so shaving was a daily thing for him, even after retirement. The only time I knew him to not shave was when he had two voyages up into the Arctic circle. He used to say that the Royal Navy was the only service that allowed men to grow full beards (a full set he always called it) I don't know if this is still the case. Anyways, congratulations on finding a way to pamper yourself a little! We all deserve some, now and then! Much love, Ales xx
aleswitch Hi Ales,
Hope you are well. Glad this bought back such nice memories for you. You were too young to lose your dad. I was 25 when my dear old Dad died. That was back in 1988 but I can remember him like it was just yesterday.
Take care
Sandy
When I was 16 I dug out my dad's old army issue razor from 1942, bought some blades and gave it a go.
The following day I bought myself a Philishave.
Though you do inspire me to give it another chance.
Thank you for the shout out again Sandy, much appreciated, you did a professional job..all the best..Paul.
very dapper there Sandy, what lovely gifts. atb Richie.
ramdor72 It's nice to be dapper Richie. How are you?
Fantastic video Sandy, you've inspired me to think about looking further into this kind of shaving. Looks like a luxurious pampering experience that you can enjoy for years to come. I'm so glad Paul sent you these items, you deserve the best in life :)
Hi Rick,
The future is DE shaving for me from now on. It;s not cheap to start off though. The brush alone is worth over 50 quid! But once you have bought all the kit it will last for years. Paul says £15 of razor blades will last a couple of years so in the long term you could save money. But it's worth trying this for the expereince alone.
Take care
Sandy
brilliant to see sandy, very refreshing to see someone bucking the trend of the sheep following fury face growers lol.
cant beat a close shave mate.
a true gentleman :)
when i was a reserve soldier no one dared grow a beard for fear of a proper beating (respirators dont seal on beards and let gas in).
i use my hair clippers on #0 to keep my stubble down a bit once a week.
ill probably wet shave once every 2 or 3 weeks, or if im going out out lol.
i got a badger hair brush a few years back but still use a mach 3 razor, after watching this im tempted to look at some razors the same as this.
paul is a bloody nice bloke for posting all this to you.
have a nice weekend mate
Nice to see you pampering yourself. This would make a lovely present for my Dad but after he almost severed his finger in a lawn mower we don't encourage him to have sharp objects anymore! The products you used look lovely. I will let you into a little secret....Dad has been using anti wrinkle cream for years.....sssshhhh. Hope Aunty H is doing well xxxx
Thanks Buzzardgirl, I think Cousin J would really enjoy a good DE razor, I will have to pop over and see him sometime. Aunty H could be better, we are all a little worried at the moment but I will keep you informed if there is any news. She used to visit M often but hasn't been for a few weeks now. I hope M is OK.
Best wishes
Sandy
Wow. Paul has sent you some amazing products there mate.
I can vouch for every single item there. All quality.
That's an incredible gift package.
As a fan of both yours and Paul's channels, enjoy your shave.
Lovely upload Sandy. I bet Mandy was all over you like a cheap suit!
I have my late fathers D.E. razor which I have used for 34 years. They are great value as if you flip the blades you get 4 shaved at least. I am wrapping it up for Christmas as a present to my 14 year old boy. Keep the tradition going. That's what you get when you buy quality. Lasts many lifetimes. Keep safe and look after Mandy and the family.
Simon
Great video Sandy! A change from the usual :) Here's a tip, for extra smoothness, go against the grain on your first pass, and use hair conditioner as your soap. Cheers, and keep them coming! Dave.
You're absolutely right. I though it I was the only one using his conditioner. Glad I'm not alone
Wiltshire Man you are one of a kind. Quiet the interesting video!
+Mozark Outdoor Activities and More Thanks for watching Mo
Hi Sandy, used these years ago for a long time I think they were called the first safety razors at the time, as I remember some models used to open a split in the middle of the top plate when twisting the handle so you could drop the blade in from the top and the brush, well we used to use any old bar of soap that was handy! mmm think I am getting old lol
Kev B Thanks Kev,I have just used soap in the past too, but to have the real Mc Coy was a luxury
Very nice gifts Sandy, I remember playing with my Grandfather's old double edge razor myself as a kid. I might just have to get myself one of those set up as I'm like yourself I just shave as quick as possible and move out. Better watch out in the next video we'll see Mandy chasing after you. Be well my friend, John
Thanks john, It don't take Much to get her excited. I wil have to be careful
You smooth devil, Sandy! :-) Lovely present from Paul. All the best, Rob
I've just realised I never commented on this video. It's thanks to this video I discovered Paul's channel and got into DE shaving. I used to detest shaving with a passion but have come to love it now I use this method. Thanks for such an inspiring video, Sandy.
LOL yes I also enjoy Pauls channel and a good DE shave.
I felt every stroke. What a close shave. I remember playing around with my granddads shaver which looked very similar but a gold chrome plate. I use the cheap throw away ones and sometime only with soap. Bit of a cheap skate to be honest but I do agree it's nice to pamper ones self now and again. A great enjoyable video Sandy. Might upgrade the shaving to the next level. Great guy that Paul for sending you the gifts. Take care. Nick.
I cant believe i have just spent 15 mins watching a man shave :-) more surprising than that i found it very inspiring, when my granddad died who i was very close to i could not dispose of his razor which is similar to yours however its brass, i still have blades and all accessories too. I remember as a small boy how he would teach me to shave using the afore mentioned razor and it is an item that brings memories of him flooding back. I am hoping the blades will be ok as they are at least 20 yrs old. The razor itself was around at my earliest memory and im just approaching 50. Thank you for the vid sandy im off for a shave. All the best my friend. Shaun
I thought that Wallace & Gromit had popped round to see you for a minute Sandy ! I switched to that type of razor several years ago & I am well pleased with it. That cooling balm is good too. You will be beating off the ladies round your way now with a freshly coppiced hazel stick ! All the best, Neil.
Really nice to see someone bring you as much joy as one must feel after receiving one of your knives! :)This video brought
me back many years, as I would love to watch my Grandfather who visited us from Germany every summer who shaved just
that way. He had a soft boars head bristle brush & he'd use one of my mother's coffee mugs to overflow with the cream...
I found it so relaxing to watch, as I did your video, Sandy. As a new subscriber, just wanted to thank you for the bit
about your health because I did wonder/worry. x
Just watched this video and had to laugh when you said you'd never used this type of razor. I'm a 70 year old grandma and used this type to shave my legs when younger. They give a great, smooth shave.
Brought back memories of my dad using his razor which was the same as yours but much lower quality obviously being army issue. I too played with it as a kid and used it as I got older. I nicked my skin a time or two and moved to a BIC! Thats a work of art you've got there, plus the brush of course. Lovely vid. ATB, Pete.
my dad used a razor like that for most of his life ... his was so old and well used the plating had worn off so it was Brass. I never knew him to buy a new brush either. You'll have to branch out in to Jacklore cutthroat razors now :D
Very smart sandy. I normally use an electric razor but nothing beats a good wet shave. It was nice of paul to send you all that stuff
That brought back memories Sandy, my Dad gave me a razor just like that as a 15 year old going to join JIB Junior Infantryman Battalion in Shornecliffe Folkestone. After 1 st week &lots Bog paper I did away with the razor blade everyone was amazed at how quick I could shave.
Dave B. Thailand.
You love that razor forever Mr Jack. I have an original 1964 Gillette slim handle adjustable double edge razor. been using it for years and years. that was a very nice gift. ATB my friend. Steven
Hi Steve,
It was a wonderful gift indeed. Did you see the red buff you sent me on the back of the chair! It lives there now but no doubt I will use it on some camps in the future.
All the best
Sandy
Wiltshire Man I did . I smiled when I saw it . It gets softer and softer the more you wash it .
Hi, you've really gone upmarket with excellent kit to boot. My field/travel kit consists of a Gillette 3 piece razor, Wilkinson sword double edge blades, Palmolive shave stick which fits inside a Wesco/BCB camouflage stick tube, British army heliograph signalling mirror dated 1945, a small shaving brush, styptic pencil, flannel and soap bar packed inside a Dutch army dpm camouflage wash bag which has served me well for over 30 years. I last used it just days ago in hospital having a knee replacement.
Hope your soon back on your feet after the knee op John.
Best wishes
Sandy
That's my first time watching a video of anyone having a shave:-D Looks like a good close one too:-)
Ah, finnaly a taste of that intro! Good thing you tried one of those "old" razors, always remembered my dad using his every once in a while, probably some sort of a ritual of his to remind him when he was younger. That brush is really, really something else! My dad still uses that, and i got to say it works wonders! Thanks for the video, it was definetly refreshing, no pun intended with the aftershaves! ahah
Dear thoughts from Portugal,
António
Very nice job sir ....and a very nice razor indeed. The Edwin Jagged DE 89 is my one and only as well! Paul is a true gentleman and has many viewers because of it . Welcome to the DE SHAVE community. All the best ...Len
My father taught me how to use an open (cuthroat) razor when i was ateenager which seemed to turn what was a chore into a wonderful ritual. Ive got a big bushy beard now but I do miss a nice shave. Nice video Sandy😃
Nice - welcome to the wet shave. I have historically used gel and a Gillette fusion but started with DE razor. I have a nice real badger brush, DE razor, soap dish and it all fits on a stand -. First pass top to bottom, left side face one edge then right side the other, then ear to nose/midline again with one edge on alt sides, then nose/midline to ear - then finally feel for any stragglers.
Great tips DP. I am really enjoying my DE razor.
All the best
Sandy
Hi Sandy, now you're as smooth as as a babies bottom! My husband used to have a razor like that but he gave it up in favor of the disposables. He has bumps on his face and every day he would have nicks all over. The sink would look like a crime scene. He would tear off bits of toilet paper and stick them to the nicks. As a young bride I used to like to watch him shave, even despite of all the bloodletting! ATB, Lisa
I was in my middle 50s when I purchased my first "safety" razor (double edged razor). I wish that I'd done it sooner. Clean close shaves every time and much less expensive (after paying for the handle) than any of the cartridge systems out there. Cheers for sharing your experience.
Very peaceful video to watch. Almost made me want to shave the beard, just so I could use the products again. Almost. =)
Clean as a whistle Sandy, when I was "a young shaver", I always used a similar razor, this was because I watched members of our family using them ie..my dad, my Gramp and my Uncle. I remember the young ladies liked my soft face as I nuzzled up to them at the local hop. Then I met my future wife in 1963 and I bought an electric razor LOL. Cheers Sandy.........Les.
She won't Nuzzle up to you now then with that electric razor les.
ATB
Sandy
Wiltshire Man The old Leccy razor lasted a very short time Sandy, dad bought it for me as a Xmas gift, it was a Sunbeam. soon went back to the safety razor and, after all these years we still canoodle LOL.
ATB.........Les.
I learn how to shave with a razor like that and still uses one when I'm not in a rush. Great vid brother
Oops - forgot to say - nice intro sequence and very classy titling! Atb Rob
Thanks Rob, The intro was a collaboration of two youtube friends.
All the best
Sandy
What a good laugh I had watching a shaving virgin! (well, almost).
When I started shaving with my Dad's old cast-off razor they all looked like that, though not of that quality, and there was simply no other method unless you used one of the new-fangled electric shavers that sounded like a helicopter.
Only rich people changed their blade every time though.
You must have a face like a baby's bottom now - no need to shave for a month.
Great fun Sandy - thanks for sharing,
Noel (staying with the beard)
The beard suits you Noel. I often let mine grow a bit. I am a once or twice a week shave man, but sometimes like to let it grow. I cn tolerate it for a while but what I can't tolerate is the moaning from the missus, so I have to shave it off..
Lovely gift that Paiul sent to me. orth well over 80 quid.!!!
Brilliant Sandy,pissin myself laughing here! Some man. Need to do the silk stocking test now. Wiltshire Man Beauty channel for guys next ?
Been wet shaving for about 7 years now. Got a 1959 Gillette double edged razor on eBay. You don't need to change the razor every shave. Should be able to get a few shaves out of each one. I usually go with the grain of the hair on the first pass, then against the grain on the second pass. I used to do a middle pass crosswise with the grain. Enjoy!
Thanks Keith
Lol can't stop giggling made my morning that
John is going to order a good razor now! haha
Sandy I had to laugh because this style of shaving is a rabbit hole. I used a DE razor 30 years ago in the Marines and a few years ago bought the same one you received. That led me to straight razor shaving then honing my own razors. There's no end in shight lol. I was impressed you didn't nick yourself the first time out. Give those blades the respect they deserve. You should give us an update.
I was expecting Wallis and Gromit to make cameo appearances in this vid
Great little video that sandy, as other comments have noted..you could make a video on anything interesting!
I always look forward to your videos.
Atb
Martin
Martin Thanks Martin. I do try
NB : Single edge razor is the only way.
This is a great video.
Finally, you have come of age.
Shaving is something to be done slowly and with intent. Go up and down, not sideways.
Do a search for WW2 shaving - you will get the right moves.
The best of British awaits you.
The double sided razor is the best and only razor to use.
Ade Larsen Haa Thanks Ade. I am a convert to the DE razor now for sure.
Sandy
You will be getting a manicure next. Great video Sandy Atb: Tony💄
That body shop maccaroot shave cream is brilliant. I razor shave my head and that is by far the best I've used so far.
I like Paul he is a lovely chap. 😊 nice one matey. 😊
Paul is a great friend Austin. Just like you.
See you soon
Sandy
Like all of us of a certain age I remember my dad using a razor like that.
I have no patience these days for a shave like that so I've grown a beard lol
All the best Sandy...
Stay sharp...
Mark
You even make a mundane task like shaving look elegant Sandy, some nice gifts there and yes they do shave closer than the average razor, and they don't clog up, been using mine for years, enjoy, atb, Paul.
Thanks Paul,
Will PM you later.
Will show you the trazor when you come to visit. It is quality and all made in England! Can't be bad
My namesake Great-Grandfather was a barber and shaved with a straight razor, keeping it sharp with a sandstone, and keeping an edge with a strop. My Grandfather and Father both used a straight razor until the Gillette double edge razor, similar to your new razor, came available. I began shaving, even though I didn't need to shave, while serving in the U.S. Navy. About 1974 I abandoned the Gillette for the Norelco electric rotary razor. I've owned 2 Norelco electrics both becoming candidates for the garbage dump over 35 years. I now use the use a couple times and throw away razor. I stopped using the barber's soap in a cup and application brush over 10 years ago and dry shave every couple days when I'm not growing a beard (mostly during winter/cold months). I have retired and no longer required to have a clean shaven face. I have used the down, across, and up strokes for shaving since the mid 1960's but I've never seen the application of shaving cream applied between the different strokes. I've lathered once and stroked then rinsed. Occasionally, I will treat my face to a warm wash cloth after the shave for a few minutes.
Nothing like a proper shave bro... Looking good... I do this every week with the addition of the Optrex Eye wide blue eye drops... I have brown eyes myself but find that the blue stuff works better to lighten the whites and bring out the openness of the eye... I also bang on some Vaseline intensive care lotion before going off for a 7K hire with my lad. Not a puffy fella by any stretch mate but you will find you look 10 years younger and feel it too. good on you pal.
T
I remember my dad having a razor like that, it held double edge blades which were about a 1mm thick! I think they were called 8 O'clock and came individually wrapped in thick green paper. Accompanied by hair brush and soap dish that lathered like a soap volcano!
Look forward to it Sandy, I will bring that Yew stave along, atb.
Thanks Paul. PM on the way
Got to get me one of them razors that looked like a really close shave you can't beat a wet shave to wake you up, as foxy said you must have smelt like a tart's handbag after,atb John.
When are you going to do a shave vid then?
Pretty much the Rolls Royce of razors renowned world wide I treasure mine proud its a British product :-) once the double edge skill is mastered you won't look back believe me. ATB Tomas.
The Jacklore shave kit...a bushcraft/shaving tool for the avid outdoorsman. This could be the next step in the Jacklore evolution...atb...Jason
Thanks Jason, think I will stay with bushcraft knives for now.
Only appropriate that a craftsman of your talent with the blade has the right shaving implement. My dad has always used the badger brush and DE type razor - myself, I can't remember the last time a razor touched my face! :)
Thanks Steve, the right tool for the job has always been my philsophy.
Sandy
Sandy, you could make a video on chopping onions interesting, lol! Next time get some aerial shots with the drone. That would be pretty funny.
Atb from across the pond.
Adam
Adam Smith I'm imagining the drone tangled with the light fixture... but yep, i agree, he has the skills to make videos interesting :)
Very interesting, did you ever notice how you move your head and contort your face as you watch someone shave? Lol. My dad had a razor like that when I was a small boy, I believe he called it a safety razor.
You are now ready for the photo shoot!!
Not with a face like mine LOL. I would break the camera
you deserve all the good things in life mate, I bet i am not the only man watching this twisting his face as you shave lol i caught my self moving my face as though i was shaving lol ATB mate
Haha, that made me smile!
I use an Edwin Jagger razor with Feather blades and it's superb! If you clean the blades by wiping them on a towel after each shave, you will get quite a few uses out of each blade. YMMV and Feather blades last longer than some others (they're sharper than most too).
A whole new experience awaits! Before long you will be buying more razors and comparing different blades, soaps, brushes ... the possibilities are endless. I own a number of vintage DE razors and 2 or 3 brushes and am always trying different blades.
Gezz...4 days growth....thats about 1.5 days growth for me.... You lucky buggar
Have always used this type of razor. Tip -strop the blade. After rinseing before putting it away, push the blade down a towel both edges. Turn the blade over, repeat. Keeps soap and water drying on the blade egde. Doubles the life of each blade.
Tony
I liked watching you Sandy , You shoukd try to make a straight razor , I bet you could build a fine one !
Nice pressies .. I've never had a go at single razor like that, always used the double or triple blades. I did use some single blade disposables once but they were rubbish.
Many years ago I had Bells Palsy and the left side of my face was paralyzed for 6 months. My eye wouldn't shut and vision was greatly degraded, I had to tape my eye shut at night and carry drops with me always. Glad they got you straightened out, would like to find a link to see some of your knifeworks.
crazy4offroad I do suffer from a sore eye from time to time.
Thats probably the perfect shave, unfortunate for the likes of me just the second pass would leave me with a rash for days, if I don't go with the grain I'm screwed.
Ignore the double post. TH-cam was playing up!!!!!!!!!!!!
I used those thing years ago, those 7 o'clock blades were the cheapest going and would cut you to bits..
Sandy. I reckon you should make a ‘one off’ Jacklore Japanese type straight razor. You could send it to Paul as a challenge to shave with it. They’re an uncommon type so he might not have tried with one. It would be a great challenge for you as well. A thin hard blade honed to an extremely sharp edge.
The thing about going over in different directions is that if the hairs grow flat to the skin like they do on my neck it can cause in growing hairs and rash/spots if you go against the grain.
I always shave just with the grain now even though it's not super smooth and I don't have so many problems. I used to get horrendous neck rash and spots before this!
Not so much a problem if your beard grows straight out.
Never used one of those for years. the one you have does look well engineered . How long do the blades last before they lose their keenness? Once again Sandy wonderful video brilliant chat.
Great to watch Sandy, But... Did it shave as close as the Jacklore ?
lairdkeith At tmes the Jacklore was just too close a bloody shave!!!
l used to shave that when l was young where did he get it l want one
this can go all the way 🤣
Jeepers! Next thing we know, you'll be jumping out of an airplane or skiing down a glacier!
My dad used one of them I can remember and my mum had one to shave her legs !
Just last week I was telling my wife how poor a shave I've been getting with the disposeable razors. I've tried several different brands but the quality is poor in all of them. Thank's Sandy, I'm off to Paul's site.
Thanks Ossie, I think you will enjoy watching Paul shaving. He is an expert!
i tried a straight razor a while ago.. but gave up .. kinda scary :o
might try that dual edge.
Rob
I used to shave with them years ago my granddad did to. Had to much shave rash so had to give it up. 😔😊
Sandy, Did you say that was a Rolls Royce razor or Edwin Jagger? I grew up with those double edge razors. For years I used one I got from cheapo I got from the government, with good blades-Wilkinson you could get a good shave. With proper preparation the blades lasted 4-5 shaves. Probably went through a half dozen since 1965. About 20 years agouti got hard to get double edge blade sand new razors. Everything suddenly went to disposable heads and they get pricey. On my second of that type of razor. I think these heads have 4 blades. I get 5-6 shaves, but at a cost. Would've to get good affordable double edge razor. I've seen the high end chic chic razors. I shave every 3-5 days or at times I wait two years!LOL
www.edwinjagger.co.uk/edwin-jagger-chrome-lined-de-razor.html
Hi Sandy! Yes, a shaving video!! Didn't know there was so much good stuff associated with shaving! Really nice items. I'll check out Paul's channels. After watching this video, I may just shave my beard.... But, no, I can't; my YT subscribers want me to keep the beard AND most importantly my wife says don't shave, just trim it every few weeks.
KennethKramm I agree Ken, We have become used to seeing you with a beard. Kep it on man.Sandy
That will save you a fortune on blades. No more BIC costly razors. I shave with a Safety razor like your and it’s great.
I am not shaving fan either Sandy!
Once a week I use cheap a Gillette blue 2 with sensitive shaving gel.
As long as it does the job, it's good enough for me!
Cheers Roger
Thanks Roger that is all I have used up til now.
Wiltshire Man I have just upgraded to a Gillette Fusion.Not as good as that one you have!
Roger
You're really lucky Paul gave you an Edwin Jagger, the absolute best beginner razor of any in my opinion. Having used Merkur and Edwin Jagger, I absolutely have to say that Edwin Jagger gives a far superior shave to the classic Merkur shave head. Many people claim they give the same performance, but they aren't even in the same ball park.
i have a sharpening stone especially constructed to resharpen those double sided disposable blades. I can make a plastic disposable razor last for over a week before it starts to dull. Clean the packed hair out and sotre upright in a water glass next to the sink. Water causes rust and dull blades. I remember basic training. lots of kids who had never shaved before were required to shave every day mo matter what. One sadist told this kid with acne. oh just plow thru it and shave them smooth. they will flatten out. He bled like a stuck pig for almost a whole day. Kid learned how to shave and sadist learned how to do pushups the right way.
Sandy, when did you get the 'Babies bottom' transplanted onto your face, very smooth. At least you're not the star of a 'Slasher' movie.
Well done mate.
atb Stewart
I used to work for a company that made parts for a razor like that for Gillette. . . If you got one part at the right angle you could get it to fly throw air from one end of shop floor to other did hurt if it hit you
Parjacpar Wow that's dangerous.
DE Razors :They're good aren't they ! I use a Muhle R89 which has the same head as the Edwin Jagger razor. The blades last about 5 shaves, and I can recommend trying "Platinum" brand blades. They are slightly more expensive, but are worth it ! Enjoying the vids, ATB.
Thanks for watching. I sure am enjoying my DE razor.
ATB#
Sandy
Sandy, I must correct myself. When I said Platinum blades, I meant "Feather" blades, which are 'Platinum coated'.
I hope you get a chance to try them :) ATB
TheSailor450 I will keep my eye's open for them. Paul sent me enough blades to last a few months.
good vid i used to shave like this but very time consuming so i have started using an electric 1 but go back to it when im going out with the wife as it gives a better shave
Bit different from your usual videos but enjoyable all the same. I must admit I used to use one of those razors years ago and I always cut myself. I think in hindsight I used to put too much pressure on the razor. Also I have a few bumps in my skin, a few blemishes, and it seemed I was planning them off every time I used that type of razor. I use the 3-pass method too but with a Gillette Mach 3 in order to spare myself the bloodletting. You've obviously a lighter touch than I had!
ive got a very similiar razor, same company looks identical but with a fake ivory handle, as it matched the brush handle.. it does take a bit longer than clippers, but it is a much better experience.
Paul Smith I agree. A lovely experience.
Thanks
Sandy