I just inherit my grandpa's safety razor, who died recently. When I was growing up as a kid I remember myself standing right next to him and watching the entire shaving process. Now thanks to your videos im able to continue this beautiful art. Greeting's from Costa Rica :)
I purchased the Feather Popular due to this video when it was first posted. THE BEST PURCHASE I made in the world of wet shaving. I love this razor. Teamed with the Feather blade, you can't beat this. You can find this on Geo's site. This is my go-to razor. I'm going away for 6 weeks of travel and am taking this one. It's perfect for those new to DE razors. It's actually pretty solid for being 60% plastic. I just wish Feather would make more like these.
Just got my first safety razor as a birthday-gift. I really looking forward to start using it, and throw away the plastic one-time razors. Thanks for the videos and information and inspiration to try a safety razor.
I just ordered this as my first safety razor, glad to see it got your seal of approval. Tried shaving with a straight edge first, which I like but I think I may prefer the safety razor, as it doesn't need stropping/sharpening.
Finally! Your videos have been a great help to me since I started with de razor wet shaving a little over a year ago. I bought this razor as it was the most moderately priced and immediately loved it, although I prefer Derby blades instead of the very sharp Feather blades. I also got the heavier Parker gunmetal razor, but still prefer the Feather razor! It is also better for me as I travel internationally and every ounce counts. Proraso is my go to for cream, and Arko stick for soap, applied directly to face to lather. Many thanks.
Geo, this video was amazing on helping me make a decision on purchasing the feather popular DE razor. I couldn't believe the quality of this razor even though its plastic! Great vid keep up the good work. Shave on!
Hi Geo Another great video! It's the deceptive ease and speed with which you skilfully shave that particularly impresses, I would say. Keep up the great work! David P.S. Great quality from a technological perspective too!
Hiyya GFB I bought one of these ($27) in Australia where I live before I progressed to the Feather AS-D2 and others and used it until I built my collection up and now use it when I want to shave quick or just buff with. :D
A big advantage is that the plastic handle does not make your hand smell like metal.. as in other safety razors.. like wilkinson for example👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🤙🤙🤙
If you're looking for something cheap and good I recommend cornhusker hand lotion. Put it on when your face is wet after showering and before you lather up. It's widely available in grocery stores too. I use it in the Winter months to keep my face moisturized and it makes for a great irritation free shave.
A friend brought me a 'Popular' from Japan today with 30 Feather DE blades. Nice razor and box. I have an Edwin Jagger DL89L maybe I could use the 'Popular' for travel.
@hitch Not Geo but with most lower end brushes it does happen. The hairs don't get properly placed in the knot. They could be a little shorter. It does tend to happen. My badger brush lost quiet a few to be honest but by no means it went bald. After about a week or 2 I haven't seen a single one come out
Videos like this makes me want to shave, my beard is still a bit thin, only have a bit on my chin and small sideburns, but i was thinking about buying a Parker 22R, i really like the design and the gunmetal color, it also has the quick loading so i dont have to do the 3 piece disassembly. one problem though, im a guy that REALLY likes quality, so i always end up getting expensive stuff despite the fact that im poor and im still a bit too young to have a full-time job (only 18 and no education)
I just made the switch to wet shaving with a Parker 96R, the Parker chrome brush that you use, and Proraso cream. I can only hope to shave as quickly and smoothly as you do. As of now a 3 pass shave takes me about 25 minutes. Hahaha.
A good high quality cream and lather will leave a micro coating of lubrication on the skin, even when the bulk of it has been shaved away. Warm moisture helps too. I'm confident that if you felt his face after the first pass clears the lather, it would still feel slippery. Unfortunately, doing so might also elicit some awkward feelings between the two of you. Use caution with that maneuver! :-)
Razor burn - probably too much pressure (only very light contact) but check lather isn't too wet - more slick/thicker is better with lather. Map your beard growth out to find which parts grow in which direction. I would go WTG, XTG and ATG with some touch ups needed ATG for a BSS.
I find your videos very instructive, can you tell me what is the best shaving cream or soap to use if you have very sensitive skin that razor burns easily. Thanks.....
I just ordered a pack of Feathers yesterday, but have some trepidations about them because I always hear they are so sharp. I am looking forward to them, think I'll like using them !
Thanks, Geo - I've used one blade, three times. A little too sharp for the first shave, but today ( 3rd shave) was wonderful. I hadn't shaved for three days and Nice !! I suspect I'll get at least eight shaves per blade, suspect 12 !!
Geo, you're such an awesome guy. I've been wet shaving for years, but haven't ever purchased from you before. Now, after watching your videos, I'll be sure to buy from your store whenever I can. I just bought my wife a Feather Popular, but I bought it off of Amazon before I was aware of your TH-cam channel. The Feather Popular is listed as one of the most gentle/least aggressive DE razors you can get. Refer to: www.badgerandblade.com/forum/wiki/Modern_Double-Edged_Safety_Razors_Ranked_by_Aggressiveness when you are considering your razor purchase. As I said, I've been wet shaving for a very long time (I'll be 52 next month), and mostly prefer straight razor shaves. But when traveling or in a hurry, I use a DE. I MUCH prefer to have a very gentle razor (like the Feather Popular) with a VERY sharp blade (like the standard Feather blade) over an aggressive razor. I have tree stump whiskers and baby soft skin. The combination of a very gentle razor and ultra sharp blade gets me baby butt smooth every time.
You should try olives oil, as a pre shave, is the cheapest and best thing for your skin ;-) After warming your face with a towel, put 3 drops at your finger, one for your left cheek, one for your right cheek and one for your neck. After that you can start lathering ;-) and it will be a very awesome shave... Just try.... Cheers Mark
I also sometimes use olive oil, you can use any type of vegetable oil for a cheap pre shave. Most pre shave oils are just vegetable oil ,castor oil , and other essential oils for scent, they hype them up so they can jack up the price. A really good oil to use is grapseed oil, not only does it form a protective barrier and soften your beard. Its really good for acne so its perfect for pre shave oil.
I acquired the feather razor 2 weeks ago , used it 3 nights ago really good razor the a s d 2 although it's expensive other razors are good, but this feather with blade I found the shave good after using it, I Took the razor apart no gunge to clear less cleaning and safer ?
With a feather blade whats the best razor to use? Choices are merkur 39c, gillette slim/fatboy, parker29l, merkur23c,merkur futur, de89, fatip grand and 1972 black beauty.
Hey Geo! another great vid. Quick question, do you feel you could do another shave (3 passes) with the blade loaded into that razor after this 3 pass shave? Or would you just go with a fresh blade? I've been using Astra blades and testing to see how long they last and usually by the third pass of a second shave I am feeling like that blade is a lot rougher across my face. I have a feather blade loaded for my next shave and will test again but I wanted to hear your opinion!
Thanks for another great video.. How much pressure do you apply with the brush when putting on the lather? I tend to just use the tip of the brush but you appear to use the middle area of the brush.
Hello I am an avid viewer of your videos and i like them a lot! I am currently using a cheap all stainless butterfly safety razor (non adjustable) which gives me fantastic shaves(with the feather blades)! BUT i have never used an expensive one yet...Do you think i should invest in a more expensive razor or not(keeping the same blades)? Thank you very much
Another great video. The black feather is what I have on deck for days after a "bad shave", as I have super sensitive skin. w/ heavy multi directional growth patterns. Its super smooth, and just aggressive enough to shave bbs, but not reirritate my skin. Great for beginners, and advanced users imo.... Is that a kent blk-4 brush? Ive been using my Kent blk-12 for past few months now and love it. Just wondering. Like Geo said, it really is a GREAT entry level razor as welll, for cheap 2!! Thanx
Hey man not ripping you on the shave or the video but your sideburns are not even. Use your index fingers to the length of the first side and then start shaving at the new markers to start the second side. Your ear, as well as we all, are not evenly placed on your head and everyone has one higher than the other. Using your fingers allows for a better level visual. Also if you tilt your head up remember to overcorrect the opposite direction when you cut to maintain a straight line. Tilting your head up and back stretches the skin and when your head returns to a natural level that pull will have caused a tilt in your shave. Great video otherwise. Just one of the pet peeves of an old Stylist. 2 things always check your haircut especially with a second mirror to make sure your neck line is even and use your fingers to check your sideburns!
thanks a lot!! i am i think i am going to get the ultra sensitive proraso shaving cream. i am going to use a straight razor for a while and practice with the safety razor every now and again. funny i am better at a straight razor than i safety. thanks a lot and your videos are awesome!!!
been shaving with a safety razor i have pre shave oil same cream and i use feather blades with a merkur razor. how can i avoid cuts? i still get some now and then
You are a veritable artist. You change equipment with ease, do you work as a barber? Once I know what I like by buying the cheapest stuff, I will try to reup supplies from you bc you have given me so much advice, thanks!
I am using Feather blades and I love them. The Feather razor seems to mild for me. What would you recommend for a slightly more aggressive razor? Maybe an adjustable razor??
Hey can some one please tell me I exfoliate my skin first then I shave then I use a post shave balm do I need to use a moisturiser next or is a post shave balm enough
Nice video. It's nice they came out with a cheap DE razor that does a good job. I'm going to get this and then go on the wilder side and pick up a Muhle R41.
I just bought 100 Feather blades and the front label has a bar code on it which i've never seen and can't find any other pictures of on google images. Are there counterfeit feathers? the yellow label looks the same as usual except it has a bar code running sideways up the right side.
You didn't get any cuts at all? I get cuts and irritated skin when I shave against the grain. It's so annoying, but I'm 20 years old and I don't have a full beard growth yet. It's thin and uneven, and I have many bald spots. Do you think that's the reason? I use a safety razor and I use coconut oil and shaving soap. I shave with the grain first, but I go against the grain on the second pass because I like my skin to be smooth as possible. Anyway, I enjoyed watching your video. :)
Christer Endrè Pedersen You can do across the grain for the third pass, but in the opposite direction. For example, during the second pass, you go from ear to nose, the third pass you go nose to ear. You may also need a mild razor, like the feather popular that he uses in this video, and a blade that focuses on smoothness. The blade is probably the harder thing to look for because there are so many. I would suggest Personna Israel blades. The coating if has makes it quite smooth for me.
The Feather Popular would be a good cheap razor to start with to find if it suits and to learn technique with. For an all-metal razor the usual recommendations are closed bar razors such as the DE89/R89 (same head) which are quite mild. Check out shaving forums for advice there too. You will also need blades too and a blade sample pack is a good way to go. My opinion would be to try Astra SP/Gillette Green super stainless to start with. Then move to sharpedge and eventually feather!
Please help! I always get razor burn and bumps by shaving....even with a DE razor. What should I do with regards to help this problem? It seems that if I follow your three pass system from nose to ear and ear to nose, I wont get a close shave...... Thank You!
Hi there great videos! Would you recommend this razor or the Edwin Jagger 89 for beginner? Is the 89 much more aggressive than this one? Also do you remove the blade after each use? The Feather seem to be better in regards to placing/removing the blade and storage because of the case. Thanks
Hi Geo!!!! First let me say thank you for making your videos and introducing me to safty razor shaving, I recently bought this feather razor and I love it!!!!! I also ordered this porazo shave cream. In addition to the razor, brush, porazo cream (Waiting on deliver) and YES EVEN A STONE CUP!!!! I have 2 Questions for you, Where did you get your shaving bowl to mix the lather???? Secondly, do you prefer this feather or the Parker 99R??? Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. thank you again
Thanks Anakin (Star wars reference?) This (popular) razor is a nice lightweight razor. You will find the Parker 99R to be heavier, heftier, and more aggressive shaving. Here is the bowl for lathering: shavenation.com/index.php?main_page=advanced_search_result&search_in_description=1&keyword=geo+bowl&x=0&y=0
Yes Geo a Star Wars reference indeed! Anyway I will be buying the parker 99r from shave nation soon. Love the porazo cream! BTW, I have someone making me my own shave bowl out of pottery, would you be interested in seeing her great work? She might even make one for you.
@geofatboy If you go the Cro-Magnon route, I'm guessing you will need the straight-razor to shave it off in the Spring? In other words, are straight razors better on full beards than DE's?
Hey Quick question! What's the difference between open comb and closed comb? I have a beard but like to clean up my lines a bit which means I only shave a little bit of the neck and some of my upper cheeks. I want to get the Merkur bakelite I saw you use or the sledgehammer, which would you recommend? Thanks!
Wow....that much lather from just a small drop? I'm new to wet shaving, and I'll have to consider trying a cream.
+Knox Seven It's like magic!
+Knox Seven It doesn't take much, Proraso is great stuff but there are others that are very good as well.
Arko is great and cheap !!
I just inherit my grandpa's safety razor, who died recently. When I was growing up as a kid I remember myself standing right next to him and watching the entire shaving process. Now thanks to your videos im able to continue this beautiful art. Greeting's from Costa Rica :)
Which razor is it? are you still using it?
I purchased the Feather Popular due to this video when it was first posted. THE BEST PURCHASE I made in the world of wet shaving. I love this razor. Teamed with the Feather blade, you can't beat this. You can find this on Geo's site. This is my go-to razor. I'm going away for 6 weeks of travel and am taking this one. It's perfect for those new to DE razors. It's actually pretty solid for being 60% plastic. I just wish Feather would make more like these.
How does ir hold up all this years?
A perfect shave at a low cost. The Feather combination is a challenge. Thanks Geo.
Indeed!
My first DE razor. This blade is easy to use and leaves a great shave. I'm very happy with my razor and shave.
I keep hearing how super sharp the feather blades are.
Needless to say, watching you go you fast had me on the edge of my seat!
You will see that your shaving speed will increase with your shaving practice/experience.
Oldie but a goodie
Thanks John!
Just got my first safety razor as a birthday-gift. I really looking forward to start using it, and throw away the plastic one-time razors.
Thanks for the videos and information and inspiration to try a safety razor.
I just ordered this as my first safety razor, glad to see it got your seal of approval. Tried shaving with a straight edge first, which I like but I think I may prefer the safety razor, as it doesn't need stropping/sharpening.
Finally! Your videos have been a great help to me since I started with de razor wet shaving a little over a year ago. I bought this razor as it was the most moderately priced and immediately loved it, although I prefer Derby blades instead of the very sharp Feather blades. I also got the heavier Parker gunmetal razor, but still prefer the Feather razor! It is also better for me as I travel internationally and every ounce counts. Proraso is my go to for cream, and Arko stick for soap, applied directly to face to lather. Many thanks.
Thanks much.
Finding the equipment that suits you best and using it properly is the path to a Baby Smooth Shave!
I've found that Feathers blades are a good match for the Popular and Adjustable Feather razor. The adjustable is my travel razor. Thanks Geo.
Geo, this video was amazing on helping me make a decision on purchasing the feather popular DE razor. I couldn't believe the quality of this razor even though its plastic! Great vid keep up the good work. Shave on!
Hi Geo
Another great video! It's the deceptive ease and speed with which you skilfully shave that particularly impresses, I would say.
Keep up the great work!
David
P.S. Great quality from a technological perspective too!
My favorite safety razor.
This is a great travel razor ! works well with a feather 'yellow'. I find the Prorazo cream a bit light on - TOBS creams are my choice.
how many times u can shave with the same blade ?
th-cam.com/video/0qVKgvK7uos/w-d-xo.html Check this...
9:02 You forgot to say "clear the runways" lol. I could not resist saying that lol
I'm loving the wall of cut throats on the side
bought that razor after watching this for $14.95 it is quite good
Hiyya GFB I bought one of these ($27) in Australia where I live before I progressed to the Feather AS-D2 and others and used it until I built my collection up and now use it when I want to shave quick or just buff with. :D
A big advantage is that the plastic handle does not make your hand smell like metal.. as in other safety razors.. like wilkinson for example👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🤙🤙🤙
love most of your vids as a kid growing up the razor your using was very very very cheap
Thank you for all your informative videos!
If you're looking for something cheap and good I recommend cornhusker hand lotion. Put it on when your face is wet after showering and before you lather up. It's widely available in grocery stores too. I use it in the Winter months to keep my face moisturized and it makes for a great irritation free shave.
Sir it's a open or close comb razor
Wonderful technic
A friend brought me a 'Popular' from Japan today with 30 Feather DE blades. Nice razor and box. I have an Edwin Jagger DL89L maybe I could use the 'Popular' for travel.
Thanks for that! I was trying to decide if the Feather Popular would be worth picking up. I was worried it wouldn't be very solidly built at $18.
How does it compare in quality of shave compared to Feather's all steel razor?
@hitch
Not Geo but with most lower end brushes it does happen. The hairs don't get properly placed in the knot. They could be a little shorter. It does tend to happen. My badger brush lost quiet a few to be honest but by no means it went bald. After about a week or 2 I haven't seen a single one come out
Videos like this makes me want to shave, my beard is still a bit thin, only have a bit on my chin and small sideburns, but i was thinking about buying a Parker 22R, i really like the design and the gunmetal color, it also has the quick loading so i dont have to do the 3 piece disassembly.
one problem though, im a guy that REALLY likes quality, so i always end up getting expensive stuff despite the fact that im poor and im still a bit too young to have a full-time job (only 18 and no education)
I just made the switch to wet shaving with a Parker 96R, the Parker chrome brush that you use, and Proraso cream.
I can only hope to shave as quickly and smoothly as you do.
As of now a 3 pass shave takes me about 25 minutes.
Hahaha.
A good high quality cream and lather will leave a micro coating of lubrication on the skin, even when the bulk of it has been shaved away. Warm moisture helps too. I'm confident that if you felt his face after the first pass clears the lather, it would still feel slippery.
Unfortunately, doing so might also elicit some awkward feelings between the two of you. Use caution with that maneuver! :-)
your the best at these videos
Razor burn - probably too much pressure (only very light contact) but check lather isn't too wet - more slick/thicker is better with lather. Map your beard growth out to find which parts grow in which direction. I would go WTG, XTG and ATG with some touch ups needed ATG for a BSS.
I find your videos very instructive, can you tell me what is the best shaving cream or soap to use if you have very sensitive skin that razor burns easily. Thanks.....
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I just ordered a pack of Feathers yesterday, but have some trepidations about them because I always hear they are so sharp. I am looking forward to them, think I'll like using them !
+Jim Stull
Let us hear how you liked the Feather blades...
Thanks, Geo - I've used one blade, three times. A little too sharp for the first shave, but today ( 3rd shave) was wonderful. I hadn't shaved for three days and Nice !! I suspect I'll get at least eight shaves per blade, suspect 12 !!
Very excellent, thinks Geo👍
Geo, you're such an awesome guy. I've been wet shaving for years, but haven't ever purchased from you before. Now, after watching your videos, I'll be sure to buy from your store whenever I can. I just bought my wife a Feather Popular, but I bought it off of Amazon before I was aware of your TH-cam channel.
The Feather Popular is listed as one of the most gentle/least aggressive DE razors you can get. Refer to: www.badgerandblade.com/forum/wiki/Modern_Double-Edged_Safety_Razors_Ranked_by_Aggressiveness when you are considering your razor purchase.
As I said, I've been wet shaving for a very long time (I'll be 52 next month), and mostly prefer straight razor shaves. But when traveling or in a hurry, I use a DE. I MUCH prefer to have a very gentle razor (like the Feather Popular) with a VERY sharp blade (like the standard Feather blade) over an aggressive razor. I have tree stump whiskers and baby soft skin. The combination of a very gentle razor and ultra sharp blade gets me baby butt smooth every time.
He says it cost low 20's, maybe from him. Paid 11 bucks for mine on ebay.
You should try olives oil, as a pre shave, is the cheapest and best thing for your skin ;-) After warming your face with a towel, put 3 drops at your finger, one for your left cheek, one for your right cheek and one for your neck. After that you can start lathering ;-) and it will be a very awesome shave... Just try.... Cheers Mark
I also sometimes use olive oil, you can use any type of vegetable oil for a cheap pre shave. Most pre shave oils are just vegetable oil ,castor oil , and other essential oils for scent, they hype them up so they can jack up the price. A really good oil to use is grapseed oil, not only does it form a protective barrier and soften your beard. Its really good for acne so its perfect for pre shave oil.
A little castor oil is good as well. I don't know what it is about castor oil but it is very healing for the skin.
First video I ever watched. I had this razor for a long time
I bet still runs good, after 4 more years now! :)
Do i have to use only feather blades on this razor or I could use any other company?
Any Standard Double Edge Safety Razor Blades will work: shavenation.com/collections/5-10-packs
I acquired the feather razor 2 weeks ago , used it 3 nights ago really good razor the a s d 2 although it's expensive other razors are good, but this feather with blade I found the shave good after using it, I Took the razor apart no gunge to clear less cleaning and safer ?
That's good right?
With a feather blade whats the best razor to use?
Choices are merkur 39c, gillette slim/fatboy, parker29l, merkur23c,merkur futur, de89, fatip grand and 1972 black beauty.
hi geo, I'm using 1966 gillette slim , I seem to be getting a lot of nicks and cuts, I've it on setting 3? any advice please, many thanks Jon
would you say this is the closest thing to a gillette slim twist that is made today? If not what is?
Besides the price, what makes this an entry level safety razor? Does it still shave as good as the higher price safety razors?
Would you suggest the razor in your video versus a normal razor that can be bought at any grocery store.
Is this a mild DE razor or is it an aggressive one?
Hey Geo! another great vid. Quick question, do you feel you could do another shave (3 passes) with the blade loaded into that razor after this 3 pass shave? Or would you just go with a fresh blade? I've been using Astra blades and testing to see how long they last and usually by the third pass of a second shave I am feeling like that blade is a lot rougher across my face. I have a feather blade loaded for my next shave and will test again but I wanted to hear your opinion!
Thanks for another great video.. How much pressure do you apply with the brush when putting on the lather? I tend to just use the tip of the brush but you appear to use the middle area of the brush.
Cant the lather that well with a semogue boar. I use proraso as well
Hello I am an avid viewer of your videos and i like them a lot!
I am currently using a cheap all stainless butterfly safety razor (non adjustable) which gives me fantastic shaves(with the feather blades)! BUT i have never used an expensive one yet...Do you think i should invest in a more expensive razor or not(keeping the same blades)? Thank you very much
Another great video. The black feather is what I have on deck for days after a "bad shave", as I have super sensitive skin. w/ heavy multi directional growth patterns. Its super smooth, and just aggressive enough to shave bbs, but not reirritate my skin. Great for beginners, and advanced users imo.... Is that a kent blk-4 brush? Ive been using my Kent blk-12 for past few months now and love it. Just wondering. Like Geo said, it really is a GREAT entry level razor as welll, for cheap 2!! Thanx
Hey man not ripping you on the shave or the video but your sideburns are not even. Use your index fingers to the length of the first side and then start shaving at the new markers to start the second side. Your ear, as well as we all, are not evenly placed on your head and everyone has one higher than the other. Using your fingers allows for a better level visual. Also if you tilt your head up remember to overcorrect the opposite direction when you cut to maintain a straight line. Tilting your head up and back stretches the skin and when your head returns to a natural level that pull will have caused a tilt in your shave. Great video otherwise. Just one of the pet peeves of an old Stylist. 2 things always check your haircut especially with a second mirror to make sure your neck line is even and use your fingers to check your sideburns!
Would this razor be mild medium or aggressive? I'm looking to get into de shaving but I have moles so id need a mild razor
thanks a lot!! i am i think i am going to get the ultra sensitive proraso shaving cream. i am going to use a straight razor for a while and practice with the safety razor every now and again. funny i am better at a straight razor than i safety. thanks a lot and your videos are awesome!!!
been shaving with a safety razor i have pre shave oil same cream and i use feather blades with a merkur razor. how can i avoid cuts? i still get some now and then
You are a veritable artist. You change equipment with ease, do you work as a barber? Once I know what I like by buying the cheapest stuff, I will try to reup supplies from you bc you have given me so much advice, thanks!
Thanks for the kind words Louie,
I guess I have a lot of shaves under my belt and some pretty decent manual dexterity! Enjoy the vids!
Got this razor I like it but would like a butterfly razor that's a littler more aggressive suggestions
You are the king of the product, do you like shaving cream etc.
I am using Feather blades and I love them. The Feather razor seems to mild for me. What would you recommend for a slightly more aggressive razor? Maybe an adjustable razor??
Is this feather suitable for any type of flat blades?
Does it not hurt your face when you pass multiple times in on spot without lather? If that was me my face would feel like I took sandpaper to it!
Rinse with cold water. It closes the pores, it feels creat, and i find that it helps with irritation
wha tare your views 4 the Gillette fusion
Hey can some one please tell me I exfoliate my skin first then I shave then I use a post shave balm do I need to use a moisturiser next or is a post shave balm enough
what do u think bout Gillette pre shave warming gel?
Do ever get Razer burn on your face I do I have sensitive skin do you ever get laser ingrown hairs
Nice video. It's nice they came out with a cheap DE razor that does a good job. I'm going to get this and then go on the wilder side and pick up a Muhle R41.
I just bought 100 Feather blades and the front label has a bar code on it which i've never seen and can't find any other pictures of on google images. Are there counterfeit feathers? the yellow label looks the same as usual except it has a bar code running sideways up the right side.
You didn't get any cuts at all? I get cuts and irritated skin when I shave against the grain. It's so annoying, but I'm 20 years old and I don't have a full beard growth yet. It's thin and uneven, and I have many bald spots. Do you think that's the reason? I use a safety razor and I use coconut oil and shaving soap. I shave with the grain first, but I go against the grain on the second pass because I like my skin to be smooth as possible. Anyway, I enjoyed watching your video. :)
Christer Endrè Pedersen You can do across the grain for the third pass, but in the opposite direction. For example, during the second pass, you go from ear to nose, the third pass you go nose to ear. You may also need a mild razor, like the feather popular that he uses in this video, and a blade that focuses on smoothness. The blade is probably the harder thing to look for because there are so many. I would suggest Personna Israel blades. The coating if has makes it quite smooth for me.
I have the same problem with my cleft chin, hard to deal with.
The Feather Popular would be a good cheap razor to start with to find if it suits and to learn technique with. For an all-metal razor the usual recommendations are closed bar razors such as the DE89/R89 (same head) which are quite mild. Check out shaving forums for advice there too. You will also need blades too and a blade sample pack is a good way to go. My opinion would be to try Astra SP/Gillette Green super stainless to start with. Then move to sharpedge and eventually feather!
Please help! I always get razor burn and bumps by shaving....even with a DE razor. What should I do with regards to help this problem? It seems that if I follow your three pass system from nose to ear and ear to nose, I wont get a close shave......
Thank You!
i have gotten alil razor burn with a safety razor but not the straight. is there something iam doing wrong?
Was wondering what you thought of... Gillette has a pre shave warming gel thing... you think that works just as good?
Hi there great videos!
Would you recommend this razor or the Edwin Jagger 89 for beginner? Is the 89 much more aggressive than this one? Also do you remove the blade after each use? The Feather seem to be better in regards to placing/removing the blade and storage because of the case.
Thanks
Hi Geo!!!! First let me say thank you for making your videos and introducing me to safty razor shaving, I recently bought this feather razor and I love it!!!!! I also ordered this porazo shave cream. In addition to the razor, brush, porazo cream (Waiting on deliver) and YES EVEN A STONE CUP!!!! I have 2 Questions for you, Where did you get your shaving bowl to mix the lather???? Secondly, do you prefer this feather or the Parker 99R??? Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. thank you again
Thanks Anakin (Star wars reference?)
This (popular) razor is a nice lightweight razor. You will find the Parker 99R to be heavier, heftier, and more aggressive shaving.
Here is the bowl for lathering:
shavenation.com/index.php?main_page=advanced_search_result&search_in_description=1&keyword=geo+bowl&x=0&y=0
Yes Geo a Star Wars reference indeed! Anyway I will be buying the parker 99r from shave nation soon. Love the porazo cream! BTW, I have someone making me my own shave bowl out of pottery, would you be interested in seeing her great work? She might even make one for you.
anakin1255
Sure, I'd love to see the bowl.
I'm always looking to add new quality items to the lineup!
I do not know how you shave that fast with a feather blade. I have to use them carefully if I don't want to end up blooding out.
Do you have any specific badger brush recommendations?
great info and tutorial video!
i use proactive for my acne which is a three step process and im trying to work into a shave routine any ideas, maybe use proactive after i shave?
how many shaves can u get out of a razor if u only do one pass a shave?
Do you ever use any kind of preshave oil? If so do you think it works and is worth trying out?
Do you have any problems with ingrown hairs, especially on the jawline? I can't seem to avoid them... any tips?
Can you use these with any straight razor ?
Do you ever get ingrown hairs I do sometimes
In your opinion, what are the top five razors?
Thanks
what you recommend as a great after shave?
Do this blade last forever or will I have to refill it?
Did this give u a close shave? Closer than a cartridge?
@geofatboy If you go the Cro-Magnon route, I'm guessing you will need the straight-razor to shave it off in the Spring? In other words, are straight razors better on full beards than DE's?
what are your views 4 the Gillette fusion
you waste a lot of water, there are mugs that have 2 walls that you can fill them with warm water and it will hold the temp
Hey Quick question! What's the difference between open comb and closed comb? I have a beard but like to clean up my lines a bit which means I only shave a little bit of the neck and some of my upper cheeks. I want to get the Merkur bakelite I saw you use or the sledgehammer, which would you recommend? Thanks!
Love your videos!Thanks!!
thanks doctor. great job
What are your favorite de razors of all time?
Hi Geo
I've been looking for a good brush soaking mug. Where did you get your stone one?
Thank you