Is the King C. Gillette Safety Razor Worth a Darn?!
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Your german pronounciation was very good. Understood everything very well. I didn't expect you to suddenly speak German and was pleasently surprised 👍👍.By the way, I'm a german guy and 60 years old. As always an excellent video.
I had no idea if I was even getting close with any of those words. I do love hearing the German language being spoken, but I don’t know the subtleties of pronunciation.
@@SinatraLennon Isn't there a small group of German speaking Texans? It was still quite close to modern German if I remember correctly
@@SinatraLennon Jawohl!
My ancestors that settled in Texas in the 1840’s came straight from Germany! They came from Braunfels and settled the town of New Braunfels just south of here. Tons of Germans in Texas!
@@SinatraLennon Your surname is Danish, right?
I officially have no life.🤣
I spent almost 16 minutes watching a man shave a beard with a Safety Razor 🤣
What about me?! I’m the weirdo that filmed myself shaving! 😆
it is ok i learn from him he did me a favor
this made me laugh so hard as i was thinking the same about myself
Like driving a car. I'm not going to buy without it being road tested and spending time researching what others say. Not going to spend $30 (on this one) without knowing anything about the product.
Worth every second!
Just bought this razor as my entry into the straight razor wet shaving world. 42 years to get there, but better late than never. I’ve used it once and thoroughly enjoyed it. Nice to know you agreed and consider it a good purchase. Can’t wait to shave tonight with it. Thanks again for your reviews and keeping me and my teenage son entertained.
I’m a razor snob but I must say this is a great razor. It’s basically a Muhle R89 head, the blades are exceptionally good as well! Great video!
i was so confused as to how this man didn't even get a single NICK or razor burn guess this is a good razor indeed. my parker safety razor with parker blade always cuts me and makes me bleed
after trying it I threw the blades in the bin. Worst I've ever used.
@@haydenwayne637skill issue
@@haydenwayne637 me too lol. Those blades are definition of chinese trash
@@haydenwayne637 what blades would you recommend
I bought one of these razors and I find that it gives a very good shave. Blades are pretty good too. Good to see a Gillete safety razor available again in the local supermarket. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺
Before this I used to use manscape 1.0 plow. Switching to this was like going from a Mercedes Benz to a Rolls Royce.
@@vitalityfoxwell it’s 11 months since you posted this have you been consumed like many of us with these razors becoming almost a collection and hobby or are you still using the King C. As your work horse lol
Cannot recommend this razor enough, I'm such a fan of the balance between efficiency and smoothness of shave. Always a pleasure to see another video
Why don’t you like it?
@@hola-rk3lr he does like it. That's why he can't recommend it enough.
@@john1996-v3x okey😂, so that’s mean its good right?
@@hola-rk3lr yes
How long can we use the same blade approximately?
The King C. Gillette razor was a good investment for me. I get some good, close shaves with it every time. Works with many blades I've tried(the matching blades, Gillette Silver Blue, 7 O'Clock Sharp Edge and the Feather blade).
Which one is the Better Sam ?
@@durstdrouin7545 if you're looking for a mild blade, the silver blue would be a good choice. If you want an aggressive blade, the feather is the best one.
@@sm6175 thank you
Hey thanks for the shout out! Nice looking razor. My first one was actually the heritage before I moved onto the Rockwell 6C which I love using. If you ever visit Montreal you’d love our restaurants, and of course the best bagels in the world. Have a great week, Peter
At 22 years old, short of 23 I finally went ahead and picked up this little bad boy from my local pharmacy and gave it a try, 3 passes(last was against the grain), and it’s so cool how much less irritation I have using this compared to using cartridges. It took a while tho, esp the third pass haha. I think the majority of the irritation I have rn is quz I prob got a bit greedy to make sure it gets baby smooth. But I’m proud of myself for figureing it out pretty damn well for my first try, since I’ve watched a lot of ur videos and others to prepare
Definitely less irritation than cartridges. I'm switching from a 3 blade cartridge because I didn't know a 3 blade razor can cut hair beneath the skin and lead to ingrown hairs. Have you continued to like it?
how long should 1 blade last?
@@MisterSolitudeidk if you’ve figured it out by now, but they say a new blade is good for around 5 shaves at max
I have this razor and love it. I bought it at a Walgreens in Hawaii last year on a whim and it is one of my favorites. We got a guy in the office to start wet shaving and this was his first razor and he loves it too.
I bought the King C. as my first DE safety razor and I just shaved with it for the first time. It was really easy and I got a much closer shave than I get with my Mach 3. I'm a convert! Now I'd like to try it with a more aggressive blade.
2 months later and I now have a '62 Slim, a '60 Fatboy & a Rockwell 6S. Curse you SinatraLennon!!
@@elkbomb is any difference with the king C?
@@hola-rk3lr with different blades? I like the Feather blade with it, performs very well.
@@elkbomb I use this type of razor 🪒, do you recommend me buy king C safety razor? And why please
No way!!!! Really !!
Recently bought this as a beginner safety razor after seeing your review, actually works pretty great! Especially compared to the Gillette fusions I was using before this. Keep the videos coming brother!
I picked one of these up for my nephew's 16th birthday, he was happy with it
I'm a father of a wonderful small boy, and I've already bought this safety razor to keep it for him until he needs it. I don't expect that King C. Gillette DE safety razor will still be produced in a few years' time. It'd be a pity to miss it.
I don't like the Gillette company, but I love this razor they produce. It's an extremely charismatic, all-purpose, top quality shaving instrument.
@@vladimirvladimirovic8989 any update? how did he like it or does he still not need it? :D
My local super market in Norway is rebuilding so the whole store was 50% off! Copped this bad boy for $12 :) can’t wait to try it, great review!
Months back i told you that you should try it and that it’s really good. Glad you finally did. By the way, the head is German and made by Mühle.
I don't quite know how to explain it, but this channel gives a proper dad teaching you to shave feel that a lot of us lost out on
I’m 41 years old this was my first straight RZR never going back thank you sir !
The King C. Gillette razor is one of the many DE razors in my rotation. With years of experience (I am currently 73) with safety razors I can now get an excellent shave from pretty much any of the safety razors in my collection. It becomes a matter of technique more than anything. Each razor and each blade has its own personality. The key is learning the "feel" necessary to a great close shave without harm to the skin. Using high quality shaving soap or creme adds to a fine experience.
SinatraLennon also provides tips, ideas and examples using a wide variety of products and of course entertainment.
This was my first razor and I still go back to it all the time. I use feather blades and just go nice and gently
im a recent convert to DE shaving i really enjoyed this video - looking at various channels of shaving some of the kit can get quite expensive but there is lots of decent stuff out there reasonably priced - i bought this razor you featured for the equivalent to about 18 dollars i have wilkinson sword and arko soap and a badger brush that i bought in a chemist for 10Euro im really enjoying shaving again
I’ve been using this razor for several months now. It is one of my favorites. I need a gentle razor and this one has proven to be perfect. Like you, I prefer three passes and this razor allows me to do that without incurring any irritation. Have a great shave! 🪒
Doesn't 3 passes defeat the purpose of using a single blade instead of a 3-blade razor/cartridge?
Not in my opinion. Using a single blade reduces ingrown hairs and razor burn. When you shave in passes, you should first shave with the grain, then across the grain, and finally against the grain (if your face can tolerate it).
I bought this razor recently as my first DE razor from Walmart for $25, I really like it and I just got a sample pack of different brands of blades to try. The only 'issue' I have with the razor is your fingers can slide on the design on the handle, but if you keep your hands dry I found it's no issue (When I bought this razor it was $25 on Walmart online but $30 in store but you can ask them to price check with online to save) Edit: I forgot to mention that I dont do a full shave, I just line up my beard on the top and bottom. 👌🏼
Does modern razor blades from other brands fit in this Razor?
Just finished my very first safety razor shave with this razor. Really really liked it, I had a death grip on it because it feels like it would slip, maybe I was just intimidated. Looking forward to the next shave!
That’s great!
I was eager to try a safety razor for the first time in 43 years of wet shaving. Always shaved with cartridge razors. So I went to the drugstore here in the Netherlands and I bought the last King C Gillette and I got a 50% discount. so I paid $7,60. I shave for a week now, and I like it. I noticed I need to be more careful then the normal Mach III or Fusion.
It is all in how good the Lather is also. I thought I needed a better more mild Razor like a Muhle R89. But seeing your video here. I see that the Gillette is already a decent one to shave with. . Thanks!
Gillette ist sehr gut aber wilkinson Sword the Edger îs better
@@suciudiana9766 I bought that one some months ago. it is way to aggressive for me.
Its more like a peeling!
Just got one for half price (£10) in Boots in the UK. Can't wait till tomorrow morning now to give it a try!
This is the first safety razor I ever bought and had no idea how to use it. I was going to go back to cartridge but seeing how you used it I definitely did it wrong and will try again with the products you used. 3 years later and your video is still very helpful!
Glad I could help!
Thanks for the review! I'm 19 and wanted to get into safety razors because they just seem really cool and the history interests me. Plus the fact that it is more cost efficient and gets a closer shave. This is my first SR and I can't wait to try it.
bought this razor a couple of weeks ago since its the only de razor available in pharmacys in the netherlands, really liking it so far(and only 15 euro/18 dollars here)
I never even thought about a second pass and I’m 73 years old!! One good pass was always enough for me!!😊
Just tried their blade in a Van Der Hogen DE razor (it's all I got) & WOW! Such a huge difference, blade definitely has more bite to it, resulting in fewer passes & less irritation.
I started wet shaving with a DE safety razor on May 22 2021 and I like how it feels. I’m currently shaving with a Wilkson Sword DE Razor. But I’m thinking about buying myself a King C Gillette.
Thank you SinatraLennon you got me into wet shaving.
I've been using a DE shaver that I bought on amazon for very little money (I want to say less than 20 bucks) for about five years now. It's been perfect for me. I can even do completely dry trims on the cheeks just to edge up a bit with no problems. The very best part though, is that I HAVE NEVER CHANGED BLADES. If you open the thing up, take the razor out, rinse it and dry it completely the blade won't go bad. FIVE YEARS on a 20 dollar setup. That's an incredible value! Stop listening to the big corps that want to bleed you dry and start being responsible to yourself and your environment. Completely recommend.
Got mine brand new for 7.50 at a salvage store! Couldn't pass up on the deal. First safety razor and I really love how it feels shaving and how close it gets
I got my mine for 1.87 cents at Walmart 😄
I ordered this for 11 bucks on amazon last week. It's my first safety razor so I don't know anything about quality but pleasantly surprised to see that it is highly regarded! Super happy with my purchase!
I purchased one of these last year when they first came out, and still use it occasionally. Decent razor, reasonably priced, provides a good enough shave... It’s nothing too special, but I do agree with your assessment. The KCG is worth every bit of $20.
Attempt 1 of getting a Shout Out:
Huge fan of your videos, you were a massive help to me when i first started! Nothing but love from Chicago!
2:35 The great Dictaor incomming. That made me laugh for straight 5 minutes. Thank you for that.
Edit: I watched the full video, and I like your spirit. What a chill guy you must be.
Keep up the great videos.
Im gonna buy it as my first DE razor, so excited😍
Thank you for your video! I came across this razor on amazon and though, why not let's try it, just ordered it. Thanks for the detaied reciew and the insides into the razor, really enjoyed every bit of it. Have a nice day!
Just bought my first safety razor. Thanks for the help. Cheers from Brazil
Arrived this week in Canada at Wallamart at $39.99 Canadian... To much money but that the price lol in Montreal, Province of Quebec .... follow you... see you on next video , Happy shave!
Seen it at Walmart here in Canada too at same price . I passed on it. Not really into $40 mild razors.
Just picked it up from Walgreens. Took a shower and used it right after.
As someone who struggles with ingrown hairs, this razor along with the clear shaving gel might just be my saving grace 😭😭
It cuts so dang smooth.
Great!
I just picked one up from my local Walmart as my Van Der Hagen razor was starting to fail on me. It shaved my almost two day stubble off with no issues what so ever, no knicks or razor burns, and it was my first time using a 3 peice
Cap/plate on the Heritage is an Edwin Jagger copy and the KCG is a Merkur copy.
I just got back from Walgreens with this razor & shaved with it for the 1st time using canned Barbasol. For the price I was impressed. Not BBS but then I was using one of the blades that came with it & was not too happy with it. Next shave I’ll try a Feather or an Astra SP.
Thank you for the great video! You could talk about anything and its makes my day so much better. Ive been looking at vintage razors on etsy and I didnt realize how many razors have been made! Looking forward for any future videos with you trying some more vintage razors out :)
There are so many old razors to choose from, right?! Take your time and choose a really nice one. They are out there to be had, for sure.
If you’re interested in vintage Gillettes, you must have a Fatboy, not because of the hype around it, but because of why there is so much hype around it. It’s undeniably one of the best razors ever made. Also look at the open comb Sheridans. Both provide an amazing shave. And BTW, The Sheridan is no where near as aggressive as some make it out to be. Not sure I would even call it aggressive. Two of my favorites.
Bought this razor a while ago and really enjoy using it. Up there with the rockwell for me in ease of use.
After years of using electrics i saw your review and decided to try a DE razor and im very happy with it , smooth and no irritation at all. Good informative video . Thanks
I really like this razor. Bought it a couple of months ago it worked very well. It's easy to use, and I really liked the amount of control I have with it. Definitely a good product. Especially for the price. I got it for 15 bucks on sale.
Thanks man! I liked this video a lot. I was looking to get my first razor and went to youtube for advice cause i cant really ask anyone else. Thanks for helping me get my first razor!
great video, been using multi blade razors for a couple years now but finally starting to get some thick hairs around the face, thinking of trying this one out for my first safety razor
I got this razor today for a crisp 13 bucks at a Lockal drug store. I was really stoked on buying it because I really wanted to try these kinds of razors, and boy, I couldn't be happier.
Every razor I used would give me harsh razor burn on my neck.. but I didn't give up I found this in sainsburys (British supermarket) i use it everyday due to my job I get zero burns or rashes
Why do I feel like I’m watching and hearing Tim Allen lol
I get that a lot. Call his agent, I’ll be his stand-in.
I bought this razor as a replacement to my merkur hd34c that I lost. Outstanding razor. Head is very similar to merkur
Will you do a another shaving video with Gillette King c double edge razor again
Walgreens near me has them on clearance for just $9 rn, definitely gonna pick one up, maybe even a second for my dad! seems like the handle style sort of emulates a modern cartridge one, like the labs (non heated).
I grabbed one from Amazon in the UK for 10 pounds. I agree with you wholeheartedly, great razor. BTW it's even better with a feather 👍
Still using my 62 year old Gillette safety razor, that I got from my father in-law 30 years ago, with Personna blades.
I am happy that Gillette's getting back into DE razors. I am happy with what I have. Works fine. This would be great 4 a 1st DE razor. Thx 4 good review LS!
I like the blade overhang, you only need to screw hard enough to keep the razor in place firmly and anything extra is just doing damage to the screw and the cap, the sides being uncomfortable to hold means I will never overtighten it, never needed a towel for it. It's probably not that big of a deal, but it seems like at least partially it is made of Zamak so can't be too safe with screwing, as if you scrape off the surface of chromium, it might corrode entire thing.
My English teacher was from Texas "Miss Press" and she didn't speak a word german at first. So you did excellent! I heared the head is made by Mühle, I could be wrong. Have a great day 🪒💈
Hello good sir. I did not close shave for about 10 years. I do not like Mach 3 stuff so I am interesting in safety razors now. Only two available currently in the town are King C Gillette and Wilkinson sword. Wilkinson is for about 5 $ more expensive and that is not a big deal. Willkinson seems more ergonomic then Gillette, you praised both. I know you said you have bad memory but I would appreaciate if you can say which one would you choose if those two are only two safety razors in the world. Thank you.
I have been using a Vander Hagen for some time now. I switched over to the Gillette DE razor and it's a whole lot better with a closer shave!
thought the white paper was the edge, the first two passes didn't seem to do much and there where no feedback.
got better after i put in an edge
razor+5blades was probably around $20, a package of 10 blades where around $10 seems kind of pricey, but i got 2 packages of each. don't usually see safety razor stuff locally so went for it. blades can get a lot cheaper online though and it's still cheap compared to fusion cartridges.
Wilkinson sword has a shavette. I found it in my local drugstore and I'm excited to try it to see how well it shaves compared to my Parker shavette.
I'm new to Safty razers, I bought this product today and going to use it tomorrow so wish me luck!!!! 😁
Finally listened to my offer, thanks 😊
I bought mine yesterday for £10, I'm 22 and just starting out with a safety razor. Thanks for your video 😄
Have fun! Let me know how your shaving experience goes.
@@SinatraLennon I will Sir !
@@SinatraLennon I used it last night after a nice shower, paired with a derby extra premium blade. It got the job done, and I've been told it feels as smooth as a baby's bottom 👍😂
I have to say that it feels relatively good on the skin and offers a relatively smooth shave. The only thing that bothers me is that the blade sticks out on the side. For the price, you can definitely recommend it.
In terms of shaving, I also think it's better than the Wilkinson Sword in this price range, although the butterfly opening means that the protruding blade doesn't bother me that much.
If you're a beginner and look for a razor to try out and aren't sure if you like it, buy it.
If you are already sure that you can handle it well and like it, I personally would invest a little more money and buy a Merkur, Mühle, Rockwell, .... for around 30 - 40 bucks.
Technically if you want to upgrade later and don't really have money, you could also keep the handle and buy only a new shaving hat, since the King C Gillette uses a standard thread, you can theoretically combine many other heads, you just have to make sure that the screw end is not too long for the hole.
I really like this razor. I bought it when it came out and I’ve only used it since. It’s all I need.
Another great review, thank you. I had just ordered one of these (before seeing your review) and it was great to see you take it for a run with the included blades. I feel I’m learning a lot from watching how you shave, and you’re always informative and entertaining. Keep up the good work. 👍🏼
such an easygoing review, nice review. i felt like i listened to my old pall! thx
this is the one that got me into DE shaving, after seeing your video, thanks man!
For those who are wondering about the blades, those are re-branded Gillette Platinum that have the same color packaging as the Gillette Silver Blue blades.
Have you ever used parts and pieces of razors to build one you like?
You have inspired me to use a safety razor.
61 years old and I never knew how to properly shave. Sad
I remember my father and grandfathers shaving with a safety razor, but when I started the twin blade had come to the market.
I have done a bit of mixing and matching of parts. It’s great that we have that option. Also, better late than never, right?
I love the weight of it and it works well but my only real complaint is the grip texture causes it to spin a little when my hands are wet
That is exactly the intent of that razor, hopping those used to long handle carts into the DE world with a known brand. The Heritage is a nice cornerstone to welcoming the DE gurus back into Gillette’s ballpark. I would like to see a classic throwback. I think we are all ready, and people would pay the price, I would like to see Made in USA on them as well. But for now the good old vintage Gillette razors still own the game.
Bought it a few days ago.
I will never go back to cartridge razors.
im like really new to shaving and the packaging got me but i tried it and i really liked it , idk if it was a good idea for a very first razor
I got one of these on special in Boots here in the UK. Its pretty decent for the price. I use it with a Feather blade and it's a lovely shave.
Heads up for anyone in the UK theses are going for £10 on Amazon at the moment that’s June 2022. And thanks for the videos they are very informative.
Got mine today for 19$, can't beat it! What razors do you use and how often do you replace them?
I reckon this razor shines with a feather blade in it. Just as smooth as the rockwell 6c on the number 3 plate in my opinion
Bought this little number for my girlfriend as I have been using DE razors for a couple of years.
She asked me to help her find a DE razor to try out as she was getting irritation when shaving her legs, but she didn't wanna spend much incase she didn't like it.
Suffice to say she loves this little razor and for the £10 i picked it up for, its a steal. Much cheaper than cartridge razors, and better for the environment too!
Been wondering how many pieces there were to the king c I was dreading it might be another awkward 2 piece but thanks to this informative demo I’m relieved it is not a 2 piece because I’ve just ordered one
how often do you replace/sharpen your blades?
The blades should give you about 5 good shaves before they start to get dull. It's not recommended to sharpen them though since the metal can become jagged and scrape you. The blades are also dirt cheap so replacing them is the way to go.
3 shaves for me
@SinatraLennon i've seen King C Gilette in walgreens. they have the trimmer,razor,beard oil.
I prefer the Wilkinson Sword razor over that one because the top conveniently opens when you change blades as with this one you have to take it apart to change them!.
Saw this razor at Walmart. I got the Wilkinson sword safety razor but might have to get this one, doesent seem half bad.
I had to do a little digging on my dad's Gillette safety razor, but apparently it's a 1961 Blue Star safety razor (I've seen a few others saying "Lady" and not so I don't know which one is right). He'd had this thing for...Long as I can remember so I wouldn't be surprised if that's when he originally got it.
Would love to see you do a shave review of the Merkur 15c open comb razor as well as doing a shaving comparison between the Merkur 15c and your Gillette 1918 razor.
Great vid! How do you clean/wash off the puck after its all lathered up? just run under water? It wont affect the soap after to store it?
Yes, exactly
Ah yes i brought this just yesterday, ive only used it once and so far im pretty impressed, good razor and good video!
would you recommend it for a sensitive skin or should i use Gillette fusion or proglide one ?
This is the only handle that I can shave my head with without nicking or cutting myself too much. I have a couple of Super Speeds and a Black Beauty, but even those aren't mild enough for what my head needs. This combined with some sharp blades (Astra SP or Feather) works so well and it's only 15 euros in Germany.
I have that razor in my shave den. I’m thinking about making some Osage hammer real soon. Never tried it. Looking forward to making a bottle of it. I also have some of bobs space soap. Great shave soap.
I just bought one is my first DE razor and I love it however could you do a video on the cremo heritage red shaving cream I feel like I'm using it wrong or it's not good for a DE razor love your videos
@SinatraLennon i tryed king c gellette safety razor blades felt closest shave got with it.
Real good review S L. Gillette should use you as their spokesman. The King C looks like a winner. Thanks for the video. Cheers🍺👍