I liked so much the background that have sound of the waves and the wind is hiting the microphone. It was cool for me. Good video dude. I enjoy every shaving video
Thank You for making this video !!! I'm 53 and used to watch my Grandfather shave with a straight Razor, my father wore a full beard so I had no-one to show me how to use one..... I bought one real cheap and was scared to use it, but now I know how thanks Again !!!!
I just finished my second time using this razor, and I love it. The technique and angle took some time at first, but now that I'm getting better with it, I can't imagine myself shaving any other way. Very smooth and close shave 🙂.
I started shaving with the wilkinson sword shavette the other evening with a derby blade and have to say while I eventually got a reasonable shave it takes alot of time to get a reasonable shave the same yesterday evening only worse. I'm a firm believer that the blade is what causes a bad shave not the razor so next time I'm going to try it with the Wilkinson sword blade which is a very good safety razor blade. I hope it works because I like the technique for shaving with the shavette.
Is that Aquaman in the distance? ;) On a serious note, a shavette delivers a very close shave. Just be careful and take it slow. A shavette is a very unforgiving mistress. Thanks for sharing the video, Geo!
I recently just got myself the SRB model and I really love it. It's an ingenious way of straight razor shaving if you can't invest in a traditional straight razor and strop, etc. It's economical and still does a great job.
geofatboy exactly! I actually don't use fresh blades in mine but what can I do instead as I use the blades from my safety razor that are too dull to work for that but they still work perfectly fine for another 5 shaves or so in my shavette because by design the shavette is going to be much more aggressive anyways. So I can really stretch out the useful life portion of double edge blades that way if I want and they still give a great shave whenever I switch them over to the Shavette
I've made the transition from a DE to a Shavette, only done one shave with it and left my face with nicks galour; luckily I use the Alum Block you recommend... Thanks to your videos and tutorials, as if it wasn't for you; I'd be still using a Mach3 and having ingrown hairs still
Just ordered one of these. Been thinking about it for a while and finally pulled the trigger. I've been DE shaving for almost a decade now and I've been wanting to try one of these.
Wow. I never thought that I was going to watcha a man shaving for 15 min. Awesome video brother! I just order that Parker SRK and I really enjoyed your video. Thank you!
HI geo. You always make it look so easy, I tried and tried with my shavette. But just kept cutting myself gave up in the end and went back to my safety razor. Keep up the good work
I have been using a blue beard shavette. Have to admit I think it maybe that. Can you recommend one. I know there not that expensive but,can be if your picking one by trial and error. Perhaps your top 3. That be great
The best way to "train" for a Shavette is to become comfortable with a double edge safety razor. Once you get the angle down, and trust that the weight of the razor is all that you need, you can transfer that mojo over to the Shavette and have success.
As someone who is fascinated with the straight razor/shavette experience, but afraid of slicing an ear off, I would like to see a video of you describing you first straight razor shave.
Great Shave & Video GEO!👍 I have an Diane shavette/ hair shaper.💈 It's been a while since I've used it but will again some day. I think it's Cool how your background changes.👍 Keep making the vids. GEO, Have Great day man!👍👍💈
I've looked at shavettes a few times. I finally gave in to temptation and ordered one. I have two straight razors that need honing. I need to get them honed one of these years. Since the last straight attained an unusable sharpness level, I've been alternating between wearing a beard and shaving with a safety razor. Most recently while wearing a beard I've been shaving my neck with an electric razor, with less than ideal results. I'm looking forward to trying a shavette. I'm not sure if I'll just use it on my neck, or if it will inspire me to go beardless.
Now I might have to order that razor, if I don’t already have it LOL. Shared in Shavette World on FB. Another good video Geo. Love the post shave routine on this one 😀
I'm a first time viewer just wanted to thank you 🍻 for showing and teaching your skills on how to use the straight razor properly. I highly appreciated
Man!! What a great tutorial video! And I'm just blown away at the speed you actually shaved!! I'm only learning to use the straight razor, and by the time I've got through one side of my face, the lather is completely dried on the other side!!!! And as much as I love the beautiful look of the open classic blade, which requires maintenance, stropping etc, I've gone with the cheat model! Thanks so much!
Most excellent shave and a very handsome razor! On a side note: I find holding the shavette in the Japanese kamasori manner as always worked best for me for the entire shave. I find that I have better control of the razor with that style of grip.
Thanks Geo, I find it helps to have at least 2 shavettes to provide somewhere safe to store the second half of the DE blade. It's not really worth stocking up on SE blades if you already have a variety of DE blades and there's much less choice in the SE market. Overall blades seem to last longer as less passes are required. In the UK the shaving shack have a few very affordable and manly designs in pure stainless steel no chrome or plastic and I am very happy with them and sometimes they give them away free on bigger orders. I found plastic handled ones like Bluebeard's Revenge (Dreadnought in US) don't have enough weight or a satisfying feel. I need to go careful and so not something I have time to do everyday but makes a nice change from my safety razor rotation. I watch these videos as even though I am happy with stainless steel ones it's always tempting to expand the collection and try something new but sometimes I find that the tools I buy just aren't as good in any way to the ones I already have. I've heard a lot of bad comments about Parker quality and the chrome on this seems unnecessary so will give this a miss. Maybe I will be able to pass my stainless ones down to my sons eventually.
Hi, Geo. Thanks for another fine tutorial. Just wondering why you do not follow shave pattern of 14 stroke shave taught in barber schools, depicting typical beard growth patterns, versus your own pattern which, thank you, was the pattern I followed for the first 18 months of my straight-razor shaving campaign that began 2 years ago. As for the SRX, I wonder if you think, like I am beginning to think, that because of the length, heft and unwieldiness of this product (despite having pretty big hands) it is best used by a barber on a customer versus one shaving oneself with it. I find the length obstructs the view of my face and that the SRX is difficult to control in tight spaces. It is rare I cut myself any more, but this unit is unforgiving as hell when it does cut. I wonder if you think the smaller, lighter, 5.75" Parker SRW is better for shaving oneself than the SRX. Thanks, Geo. Semper fi, my brother.
I'm looking to get my first proper shavette (my current one cost about £8 and doesn't hold the blade properly...) and I'm pretty sure I'll end up getting either the SRX or SR1. I've seen a few of your vids with the SR1 and I was wondering if you could notice much difference between them and if so which one do you feel does a better job? Also thanks for the vid(s). I'm still pretty new at this and I always learn a lot from watching you.
The SRX is heftier and a bit more expensive. You can get a great shave from either one, so base it on your budget and your eye appeal since you are the one that gets to shave with it every day. If money doesn't matter go with the SRX
The kayaker is still alive right? he has not gone very far. looks like an awesome straight blade think i will try it out, thank you for the luau video very inspiring.
Another good video. I see Parker has updated their "Hygienic" steel shavette. I've always heard that glycerin based soaps are harder to lather than standard soaps. Do you find that to be true when compared to something akin to TOBS shaving cream? Thanks!
I tried straight razor a few times but I didn't feel comfortable and that was just doing surgery and got myself cut badly, so I am comfortable with my safety razors.
Hello Geofatboy, you are the best, as always. I have a question. If somebody is able to shave with shavette, which is nothing but a blade, without any protection, why do people talk so much about DE razors, about mild/aggressive, because if you can use shavette, you can use the most aggressive razor without any problems, because it is very close to the most aggressive razors, and it is up to you (your pressure) if you will go deep in your skin or be in the surface, no matter how much the razor of the razor blade is exposed. Am I right or did I miss something? Of course that with the mild razor you almost can't cut yourself, but if we talk about the aggressive DE razors and shavette, they are the same to me.
Hi Geo, I (and many others) would really want to see a detailed review on the different Timeless razor heads in terms of performance - how mild/aggressive, smooth and effition they are. Thanks.
Hi Geo. Guys in my family always had a thick and strong beard. So shaving machines doesn't really do much to me, and I always used disposables, which doesn't give me a close shave (you can see light dots right after, even after several passes, and next day you can clearly see the dots a meter away). It was always fine for me, but now I'm growing a beard for the first time in my life, and when I do my neck line with a disposable and you see the dots the day after it's a bit ugly... So I was thinking about an straight razor to do my neck line and shape the beard. Several things: would a straight razor give me a very close shave so that my beard is well shaped at least for a day or two? Also, given that I'm a total beginner and by now I'm growing a beard it will take time for me to master well the technique, still a good idea? Finally, I love the dovos, I guess stainless steel makes much more sense than carbon nowadays (any good advantage for carbon?), Thanks a lot!!!
Is there any risk of self decapitation or such with these shavettes? I'm tempted to buy one, but I'm worried about when it comes to working around the jugular. I imagine that you have to use much less pressure with these shavettes than you would with say, regular safety razors?
Nice video + review. Thank you. Question for Everyone...... Can you guy chime in on DE vs Straight Razor. I like a BBS Shave, don't have alot, or long, thick facial hair, but I have to do SEVERAL passes in all detections to accomplish, no matter the angle head or type of blade. I'm 45 years old, + currently using a Razorock Game Changer with both agle safety heads... .68 + .84 with Soap Commander Honor Shave Soap. I have sensative skin and I get BBS, but it almost too much for my skin to handle. Pretty sure my hair just grows in at all angles + lays down. ??? I'll probably give this a go anyway down the line n see but wanted your guys opinions., since you definitely will know more than me. Thank you all in advance. 👍
Great video Geo, but I think I'll stick with my safety razor. If I used the straight razor I would probably look like something out of a horror movie! 😂😂
This razor looks incredible, I love safety razors and I want to try a straight razor. Is there a risk of accidently cutting the jugular part of the neck with this razor ? Or is the risk low to almost nonexistent ?
No I haven't, thats a good point lol. It'll just be my first time using a straight razor, I know that was a silly question though lol. Thanks for the info :)
The Feather Artist Club shavettes are the choice of most professional high-end barbers-for good reason. shavenation.com/collections/feather-shavette-razors
I am confused. As far as I know the brand Shavette is owned by Dovo Solingen and is used for their straight razors with changeable blades. There are numerous other straight razors on the market by other companies that also use changeable blades but are not called Shavettes, because that’s a brand name by Dovo.
May be so but its the same reason people call tissue Kleenex and used to call a copy a Xerox. There are lots more examples but certain products take on other product names.
I have a question...I have been using a DE razor for a bit and normally only get nicks right above my ears, but when trying a shavette I seem to get a ton more nicks all over my head. Do you have any tips that might help? I was wondering if maybe trying a heavier weight shavette could help, my current shavette seems to weigh less then my DE razor.
One day, one day when i become more accustomed to traditional shaving (hopefully in around 3-5 more years) i will attempt to use a Shavette or a Straight Razor, but today is not this day.
I felt the same about my first safety razor shave. Made friggin' hamburger out of my head. Honestly. Murder-scene bleeding. You get better with use. With each subsequent shave, I found that I lost less and less blood. LOL
Hey Geo, I need some help. I’ve been using a CC for about a year now. I stopped using cartridge razors because I started getting really bad razor burn on my neck. I now have started to get RB every time I shave. I don’t know what to do. I use barely any pressure, feather blades. Nothing works. Also, I can’t seem to shave everyday because of my stubble. I start bleeding around my jaw line. I’m at a loss and don’t know what to do.
Hi Geo, I use this shavette on a regular basis (twice a week) but I'm shaving against the grain only, whether it is 2 or 3 passes as i find it easier like that. Is this ok?
I wonder how don't you cut your chin without stretching its skin with fingers and at the angles like you do? Which angle do you apply? How come when I shave chin or any part of my face, razor kind of "grabs" the beard and skin beneath and cuts it?
Hi, is there any rule to use both the hands for shaving? I'm not at all used to use my left hand for shave. So can I just use my right hand to shave on both side?
Do you leave the cream to dry or do you wipe the excess lather from bowl if that makes sense! Because I lathered like this ontop the cream and not sure if I should clean or just leave to dry
I`ve always wondered, why does one put the handle UPWARDS when using shavettes and straight razors? Is it just to see what you`re doing or is it a balance thing too? I thought maybe the weight of the handle might press the blade onto the skin or something, but not having tried either style of razor (yet), I thought I`d ask :)
Is it because the natural rotation of the hand makes it easier to not cut yourself? lol, I have no idea, I just thought it looks more comfortable to have the handle down..
Does anyone know how to tighten the screws on this razor ? One of them is loose on me and I have no idea how. I love this razor and its not eligable for return or replacement because I've already opened and used it.
So I have one more question, I am 16 years old. I have thick chin hair and descent sideburns. I am to the point where I need to shave my chin every day. I don't have money or access to things like the shaving cream and brushes and things that you would use. My parents wouldn't buy any of that. What would you recommend that I do for shaving prep? I have canned shaving cream and a bar of soap. I saw your cold water shaving video. Would shaving with cold water be a good idea for me? With limited resources what should I do?
Thanks! And good to hear! I was looking at your video on Feather Japanese style shaver, and would be keen to try it out. May be stupid question, but why the massive difference in price?
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Nice brother
Your way of shaving style is very nice
I liked so much the background that have sound of the waves and the wind is hiting the microphone. It was cool for me. Good video dude. I enjoy every shaving video
Thanks Hannz, Glad you liked it!
Thank You for making this video !!! I'm 53 and used to watch my Grandfather shave with a straight Razor, my father wore a full beard so I had no-one to show me how to use one..... I bought one real cheap and was scared to use it, but now I know how thanks Again !!!!
I just finished my second time using this razor, and I love it. The technique and angle took some time at first, but now that I'm getting better with it, I can't imagine myself shaving any other way. Very smooth and close shave 🙂.
I started shaving with the wilkinson sword shavette the other evening with a derby blade and have to say while I eventually got a reasonable shave it takes alot of time to get a reasonable shave the same yesterday evening only worse.
I'm a firm believer that the blade is what causes a bad shave not the razor so next time I'm going to try it with the Wilkinson sword blade which is a very good safety razor blade.
I hope it works because I like the technique for shaving with the shavette.
I ordered a Parker SR1 yesterday, can't wait to try it out next weekend.
Is that Aquaman in the distance? ;)
On a serious note, a shavette delivers a very close shave.
Just be careful and take it slow. A shavette is a very unforgiving mistress.
Thanks for sharing the video, Geo!
I recently just got myself the SRB model and I really love it. It's an ingenious way of straight razor shaving if you can't invest in a traditional straight razor and strop, etc. It's economical and still does a great job.
Absolutely! This is where many people start then jump to a traditional style stright razor when they feel ready.
i got myself a traditional vintage straight razor by oxford german cutlery restoring it first then time to hone and strop
Louis Ta oh wow I bet it looks really beautiful!
geofatboy exactly! I actually don't use fresh blades in mine but what can I do instead as I use the blades from my safety razor that are too dull to work for that but they still work perfectly fine for another 5 shaves or so in my shavette because by design the shavette is going to be much more aggressive anyways. So I can really stretch out the useful life portion of double edge blades that way if I want and they still give a great shave whenever I switch them over to the Shavette
@@jfbrko290 that sounds like a great idea in theory. gotta try that one out
I've made the transition from a DE to a Shavette, only done one shave with it and left my face with nicks galour; luckily I use the Alum Block you recommend... Thanks to your videos and tutorials, as if it wasn't for you; I'd be still using a Mach3 and having ingrown hairs still
Get a few more shaves under your belt and you will bid adieu to those nicks!
Just ordered one of these. Been thinking about it for a while and finally pulled the trigger. I've been DE shaving for almost a decade now and I've been wanting to try one of these.
Very nice video! I am going to order the Parker SRX heavy duty shaver because of your excellent demonstration/review. Thanks Geofatboy!
Glad it was helpful!
Wow. I never thought that I was going to watcha a man shaving for 15 min. Awesome video brother! I just order that Parker SRK and I really enjoyed your video. Thank you!
HI geo.
You always make it look so easy, I tried and tried with my shavette. But just kept cutting myself gave up in the end and went back to my safety razor. Keep up the good work
There's not too much you can't learn with a bit of persistence...
I have been using a blue beard shavette. Have to admit I think it maybe that. Can you recommend one. I know there not that expensive but,can be if your picking one by trial and error. Perhaps your top 3. That be great
Geo, can you make a video for left handed gents? I seem to have trouble with some coordination as I try to mirror what you are doing
The best way to "train" for a Shavette is to become comfortable with a double edge safety razor. Once you get the angle down, and trust that the weight of the razor is all that you need, you can transfer that mojo over to the Shavette and have success.
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And don`t be nervous, commit to each cut :)
Always enjoyed whenever you host Saturday Night Live! Nice shave video, too!
The man the living legend the one who in the shaving nation needs no introduction the man geo fatboy
Real nice shave Geo. Thank you.
Thanks Brian!
As someone who is fascinated with the straight razor/shavette experience, but afraid of slicing an ear off, I would like to see a video of you describing you first straight razor shave.
It was so long ago I don't even remember what razor I used for my first straight shave...
Great Shave & Video GEO!👍 I have an Diane shavette/ hair shaper.💈 It's been a while since I've used it but will again some day. I think it's Cool how your background changes.👍 Keep making the vids. GEO, Have Great day man!👍👍💈
Thanks Jody, I appreciate your nice comment!
I've looked at shavettes a few times. I finally gave in to temptation and ordered one. I have two straight razors that need honing. I need to get them honed one of these years. Since the last straight attained an unusable sharpness level, I've been alternating between wearing a beard and shaving with a safety razor. Most recently while wearing a beard I've been shaving my neck with an electric razor, with less than ideal results. I'm looking forward to trying a shavette. I'm not sure if I'll just use it on my neck, or if it will inspire me to go beardless.
You make that look far too easy, Geofatboy. lol
Now I might have to order that razor, if I don’t already have it LOL. Shared in Shavette World on FB. Another good video Geo. Love the post shave routine on this one 😀
Thanks Ronnie, you know you have a lot of razors when you can't remember if you have one of a certain brand! Enjoy!
geofatboy don’t have it. Will be ordering LOL
I'm a first time viewer just wanted to thank you 🍻 for showing and teaching your skills on how to use the straight razor properly. I highly appreciated
I just ordered one. Should get it in a few days. Thanks for another GREAT tutorial. Great technique.
Which one did you order? shavenation.com/collections/parker-shavette-razors
I am using these Permasharp blades with a Parker 31R. Nice combo!
Hi Geo- Nicely done, as always! Take care and all the best!
Thanks Mike!
Man!! What a great tutorial video! And I'm just blown away at the speed you actually shaved!! I'm only learning to use the straight razor, and by the time I've got through one side of my face, the lather is completely dried on the other side!!!! And as much as I love the beautiful look of the open classic blade, which requires maintenance, stropping etc, I've gone with the cheat model! Thanks so much!
When you get a few shaves under your belt you will find that you will be more proficient with the straight razor. Muscle memory is a beautiful thing!
Got mine from you guys probably like 4 years ago or so. Still use it every single day.
Most excellent shave and a very handsome razor! On a side note: I find holding the shavette in the Japanese kamasori manner as always worked best for me for the entire shave. I find that I have better control of the razor with that style of grip.
I definitely have to start shaving at the beach.
New to your channel. Must be relaxing to be shaving in your own private beach 😆
And excellent video and thanks for the good laughs at the end with the after shave.
You got it my man!
Excellent video Geo! I love the Parker SRX.
I've just started using a Shavette, so it's not as easy as you make it look yet. Getting there, blood loss is now minimal.. :D
Practice makes perfect
Wow! Lovely background! The review also excellent like all you 've done so far... Might sound awkward but they're really instructive!
nice backround summer is comin !!!
Can't wait!
Thanks Geo, I find it helps to have at least 2 shavettes to provide somewhere safe to store the second half of the DE blade. It's not really worth stocking up on SE blades if you already have a variety of DE blades and there's much less choice in the SE market. Overall blades seem to last longer as less passes are required.
In the UK the shaving shack have a few very affordable and manly designs in pure stainless steel no chrome or plastic and I am very happy with them and sometimes they give them away free on bigger orders. I found plastic handled ones like Bluebeard's Revenge (Dreadnought in US) don't have enough weight or a satisfying feel. I need to go careful and so not something I have time to do everyday but makes a nice change from my safety razor rotation.
I watch these videos as even though I am happy with stainless steel ones it's always tempting to expand the collection and try something new but sometimes I find that the tools I buy just aren't as good in any way to the ones I already have. I've heard a lot of bad comments about Parker quality and the chrome on this seems unnecessary so will give this a miss. Maybe I will be able to pass my stainless ones down to my sons eventually.
Hi, Geo. Thanks for another fine tutorial. Just wondering why you do not follow shave pattern of 14 stroke shave taught in barber schools, depicting typical beard growth patterns, versus your own pattern which, thank you, was the pattern I followed for the first 18 months of my straight-razor shaving campaign that began 2 years ago. As for the SRX, I wonder if you think, like I am beginning to think, that because of the length, heft and unwieldiness of this product (despite having pretty big hands) it is best used by a barber on a customer versus one shaving oneself with it. I find the length obstructs the view of my face and that the SRX is difficult to control in tight spaces. It is rare I cut myself any more, but this unit is unforgiving as hell when it does cut. I wonder if you think the smaller, lighter, 5.75" Parker SRW is better for shaving oneself than the SRX. Thanks, Geo. Semper fi, my brother.
is this worth it over one of those cheap generic $10 ones off ebay? Will it actually provide a better shave?
I'd have to say... Yes.
I'm looking to get my first proper shavette (my current one cost about £8 and doesn't hold the blade properly...) and I'm pretty sure I'll end up getting either the SRX or SR1. I've seen a few of your vids with the SR1 and I was wondering if you could notice much difference between them and if so which one do you feel does a better job? Also thanks for the vid(s). I'm still pretty new at this and I always learn a lot from watching you.
The SRX is heftier and a bit more expensive. You can get a great shave from either one, so base it on your budget and your eye appeal since you are the one that gets to shave with it every day. If money doesn't matter go with the SRX
did you film this at the atlantic city beach
Nice shave 💈👍👊💈
Thank you Abe!
Hey Geo, that Bay Rum Soap is Awesome stuff, i use that, & it smells nice..
The kayaker is still alive right? he has not gone very far. looks like an awesome straight blade think i will try it out, thank you for the luau video very inspiring.
Another good video. I see Parker has updated their "Hygienic" steel shavette. I've always heard that glycerin based soaps are harder to lather than standard soaps. Do you find that to be true when compared to something akin to TOBS shaving cream? Thanks!
Nah-I don't have a problem lathering either one.
I tried straight razor a few times but I didn't feel comfortable and that was just doing surgery and got myself cut badly, so I am comfortable with my safety razors.
Which razor blades would be the best for a beginner? Nice job.. nice razor.
Hello Geofatboy, you are the best, as always. I have a question. If somebody is able to shave with shavette, which is nothing but a blade, without any protection, why do people talk so much about DE razors, about mild/aggressive, because if you can use shavette, you can use the most aggressive razor without any problems, because it is very close to the most aggressive razors, and it is up to you (your pressure) if you will go deep in your skin or be in the surface, no matter how much the razor of the razor blade is exposed.
Am I right or did I miss something? Of course that with the mild razor you almost can't cut yourself, but if we talk about the aggressive DE razors and shavette, they are the same to me.
Hi Geo, I (and many others) would really want to see a detailed review on the different Timeless razor heads in terms of performance - how mild/aggressive, smooth and effition they are. Thanks.
Timeless?
It's a relatively new brand on the market, but i'm sure you can find a lot of info on the internet.
Hey Geo! Great video! I'd like to know what the handle of the SRX is made of. Thank you in advance!
Man you're fast. By the time I got to the other cheek the lather went dry 😂
Hi Geo. Guys in my family always had a thick and strong beard. So shaving machines doesn't really do much to me, and I always used disposables, which doesn't give me a close shave (you can see light dots right after, even after several passes, and next day you can clearly see the dots a meter away). It was always fine for me, but now I'm growing a beard for the first time in my life, and when I do my neck line with a disposable and you see the dots the day after it's a bit ugly... So I was thinking about an straight razor to do my neck line and shape the beard. Several things: would a straight razor give me a very close shave so that my beard is well shaped at least for a day or two? Also, given that I'm a total beginner and by now I'm growing a beard it will take time for me to master well the technique, still a good idea? Finally, I love the dovos, I guess stainless steel makes much more sense than carbon nowadays (any good advantage for carbon?), Thanks a lot!!!
Bro sick! A beach shave! ⛱️
If I owned an island I'd shave like this all the time!
Great shave geo is it strong than the captain choice bay rum.
Thanks Joy! Yes, the Ogallala burns more than the Captain...
I got advice from my barber, to break razor in half, plus to break razor corners. I started applying it
Amazing vid
Is there any risk of self decapitation or such with these shavettes? I'm tempted to buy one, but I'm worried about when it comes to working around the jugular. I imagine that you have to use much less pressure with these shavettes than you would with say, regular safety razors?
How did you feel it shaves and feels on the face in comparison to a disposable blade FILARMONICA... thx
derby is pretty good. but i had to go against the grain on the left side of the neck to clean up where it won't shave off with the grain
Nice video + review. Thank you.
Question for Everyone......
Can you guy chime in on DE vs Straight Razor. I like a BBS Shave, don't have alot, or long, thick facial hair, but I have to do SEVERAL passes in all detections to accomplish, no matter the angle head or type of blade. I'm 45 years old, + currently using a Razorock Game Changer with both agle safety heads... .68 + .84 with Soap Commander Honor Shave Soap. I have sensative skin and I get BBS, but it almost too much for my skin to handle. Pretty sure my hair just grows in at all angles + lays down. ??? I'll probably give this a go anyway down the line n see but wanted your guys opinions., since you definitely will know more than me.
Thank you all in advance. 👍
Great video Geo, but I think I'll stick with my safety razor. If I used the straight razor I would probably look like something out of a horror movie! 😂😂
Thanks Chris! Ahhh, it's not that difficult, but stick with what makes you happy!
Great video 👍👍👍
I own the dovo and ibc (I think it's called) now I'm interested in this!
This would make a nice addition to your Dovo shavette since it's heavier and all metal.
geofatboy sir next weekend maybe you could sell me this product and a few tolbs cream. And a Edwin Jagger. It would be my first. I'm Luis btw
Which Parker shavet is the best and best made according to you?
This razor looks incredible, I love safety razors and I want to try a straight razor. Is there a risk of accidently cutting the jugular part of the neck with this razor ? Or is the risk low to almost nonexistent ?
Seriously? Have you ever heard of anyone doing that while shaving themselves?
No I haven't, thats a good point lol. It'll just be my first time using a straight razor, I know that was a silly question though lol. Thanks for the info :)
Hi enjoyed the video, however there is many shavettes on the market, Which is your best choice for a shavette. ?
The Feather Artist Club shavettes are the choice of most professional high-end barbers-for good reason.
shavenation.com/collections/feather-shavette-razors
I am confused. As far as I know the brand Shavette is owned by Dovo Solingen and is used for their straight razors with changeable blades. There are numerous other straight razors on the market by other companies that also use changeable blades but are not called Shavettes, because that’s a brand name by Dovo.
May be so but its the same reason people call tissue Kleenex and used to call a copy a Xerox. There are lots more examples but certain products take on other product names.
Imagen really doing this at the beach 😆
I have a question...I have been using a DE razor for a bit and normally only get nicks right above my ears, but when trying a shavette I seem to get a ton more nicks all over my head. Do you have any tips that might help? I was wondering if maybe trying a heavier weight shavette could help, my current shavette seems to weigh less then my DE razor.
'Best' to everybody out there 🙂🕊
Thanks John!
No matter what I do, I get razorburn. It's gotten a bit better since I've started using my safety razor but still I have issues
One day, one day when i become more accustomed to traditional shaving (hopefully in around 3-5 more years) i will attempt to use a Shavette or a Straight Razor, but today is not this day.
It probably won't take that long to get the hang of it! Practice makes perfect.
I felt the same about my first safety razor shave. Made friggin' hamburger out of my head. Honestly. Murder-scene bleeding. You get better with use. With each subsequent shave, I found that I lost less and less blood. LOL
Big big big savings in money over those multi-bladed monsters.
Hey Geo, I need some help. I’ve been using a CC for about a year now. I stopped using cartridge razors because I started getting really bad razor burn on my neck. I now have started to get RB every time I shave. I don’t know what to do. I use barely any pressure, feather blades. Nothing works. Also, I can’t seem to shave everyday because of my stubble. I start bleeding around my jaw line. I’m at a loss and don’t know what to do.
Hi Geo, I use this shavette on a regular basis (twice a week) but I'm shaving against the grain only, whether it is 2 or 3 passes as i find it easier like that. Is this ok?
I wonder how don't you cut your chin without stretching its skin with fingers and at the angles like you do? Which angle do you apply? How come when I shave chin or any part of my face, razor kind of "grabs" the beard and skin beneath and cuts it?
Hi, is there any rule to use both the hands for shaving? I'm not at all used to use my left hand for shave. So can I just use my right hand to shave on both side?
Do you leave the cream to dry or do you wipe the excess lather from bowl if that makes sense! Because I lathered like this ontop the cream and not sure if I should clean or just leave to dry
I let it dry then rinse the dried soap and bloom the soap with water before my next shave.
@@geofatboy thank you I had my first shave with my shavette parker sr1 I got a few little nicks but nothing bad, I really enjoyed using it to be fair
Hello Geofatboy would I need to strop an SRX parker shavette razor? Thanx
I`ve always wondered, why does one put the handle UPWARDS when using shavettes and straight razors?
Is it just to see what you`re doing or is it a balance thing too?
I thought maybe the weight of the handle might press the blade onto the skin or something, but not having tried either style of razor (yet), I thought I`d ask :)
Is it because the natural rotation of the hand makes it easier to not cut yourself?
lol, I have no idea, I just thought it looks more comfortable to have the handle down..
Nice!!!
Which gives you a better shave safety razor or shavette
can you use the blade more than once or its just once?
Does anyone know how to tighten the screws on this razor ? One of them is loose on me and I have no idea how. I love this razor and its not eligable for return or replacement because I've already opened and used it.
How does this compare to the feather SS
The Feather Shavettes are whole different world by comparison... bit.ly/FeatherArtistClubRazorsSN
This is helpful 👍
Ever used a shavette with a feather blade?
Nice 👍🏻 ❤️
Nice
Thanks!
What is the scales made from if I may ask?
SS-Stainless Steel
thoughts of edwin jagger de89?
Here's my video on it: shavenation.com/products/de89bl-smooth-chrome-safety-razor-with-5-derby-blades
So I have one more question, I am 16 years old. I have thick chin hair and descent sideburns. I am to the point where I need to shave my chin every day. I don't have money or access to things like the shaving cream and brushes and things that you would use. My parents wouldn't buy any of that. What would you recommend that I do for shaving prep? I have canned shaving cream and a bar of soap. I saw your cold water shaving video. Would shaving with cold water be a good idea for me? With limited resources what should I do?
Hey can these be delivered to Australia? Thanks.
Yes! Delivery Worldwide: shavenation.com/products/parker-hinged-shavette-razor-srx
Thanks! And good to hear! I was looking at your video on Feather Japanese style shaver, and would be keen to try it out. May be stupid question, but why the massive difference in price?
How do you NOT cut your lip. That does worry me a little
Not that I'm counting but website says 6 blades.
It used to be 5 but we increased it to 6, we're cool like that 😎
Astra is a very good blade
With this background the shave must have been refrigerant. You have greetings from Greece.
Yes!
We like you very much.
Chuck Norris runways are always clear.
Uh Oh! Don't get me started with the Chuck Norris Jokes!
FIRST 🏆
Congrats!
Disposable that is.
My girl likes 2 in the front and 1 in the back