Hi Guys.

Just would like to share some insights on shaving (facial hair, that is!).

My occupation prefers (but does not require) me to be clean-shaven, and until recently, I've had trouble with shaving. Mind you, I'm hitting 31 this year, so I'm no newbie to razor burns, nicks and cuts.

I used to use multi-bladed cartridge shavers (Gillete, Shick, Bic) with canned spray-foam. A summary of my problems:

1. I ALWAYS had razor burns in order to attain a near- 'baby-smooth-shave'. This prevented me shaving daily as my face needed healing time.

2. Shaving cartridge blades are expensive. RM10 per cartridge for a Mach 3.

3. Due to no.2 above, I tend to use the blades longer (like a week or two) before changing them. This dulled the blades, causing further 'no.1' problems.

4. Sometimes, I got ingrown hairs (yuk)



Anyway, went searching for an alternative, and the first thing I did was change the foam. From canned-spray, I started using home-made shaving soaps, mixed into a thick, luxurious lather with a shaving brush. This was OK, I got less of the burns, but the shave quality was still S***.

So, I got myself my first ol-skool double-edged razor. Was the only one available, less than RM10 per razor, and about RM2 per pack of 5 blades. First shave was horrible. Scarry as hell. Thanks to the internet and practice, got me a good routine going, and got closer shaves than was ever possible with a cartridge razor.

By now, I managed to source real shaving soap. It really makes a mockery of the 'whipped-cream' sold in supermarkets.

But I wanted to grow up, and get a proper DE razor. Never found one in KL. Even Acca Kappa doesn't stock 'em. I thought that with all the cheap blades being sold everywhere (mostly at Indian grocery shops), one would easily find a quality DE razor. Was wrong. Best I could find was an RM4 made in China number that tried to carve my face off!

Anyway, long story short, I got my Edwin Jagger DE89 and got me the closest shave ever. Really, a BBS! No bleeding, no razor burn, and no stinging while putting aftershave.

I now shave everyday, and I S*** you not, its actually enjoyable!

Here's my gear:






Shaving soap and brush:


This post has been edited by carbman: Feb 28 2011, 05:20 PM

Just out of curiousity, if you had so much trouble shaving before, how come you didnt just use an electric shaver?

Electric shavers don't work for me either. It actually gives me worse razor burns than a cartridge razor. And the shave is never close enough, IMO.

Have you ever try:

I use a cheap electric razor and never looked back. The shave isn't close but even the closest shave would look like what I get from the electric razor by noontime anyway.

I like the tone of this thread, sometimes we think progress is made with MACH100 and stupid shit they try to get the public to upgrade to, but sometimes our grandfathers have got the problem solved more elegantly, more sensually, and more effectively than any marketing-driven organization like Gillette, or just as bad (with food), Nestle and Kraft. You see this a lot in bespoke tailoring where innovation is actually a regress, not progress.

Thanks for sharing, I have read numerous 'perfect shave' articles that recommends this. Nice to know someone here actually does it.

Hey TS, mind sharing where you got that Edwin Jagger?

That's a straight razor. For people with steady hands and balls of steel! Damn cool. Would probably try that in the future. Only thing is that it needs sharpening. CONSTANTLY!

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Added on February 28, 2011, 1:43 amHi kotmj! I've read your threads on shoes, tailoring and suitmaking. Really informative! One way I could describe a DE shave in terms you could relate to would be comparing a fused, RTW Padini suit to a fully canvassed masterpiece. One would be able to know the benefits once one has tried. Heck....I even shave on weekends now!

About late day stubble, I get 'em really late now, much around the time I contemplate 'cabut'-ing from work (around 5-ish). Results vary, but if you're good with an electric shaver and your face can handle it, you'll be awesome with a DE razor.

And yeah, Gillette has spawned a 5-blade razor:



They seem to add a blade every 4 years or so!

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Added on February 28, 2011, 1:48 amGot it online. Tried as I might, alas, I couldn't find any good ones locally. I'm beginning to think those who still buy the blades (readily available everywhere) are barbers. The cheap DE razors are almost lethal.

This post has been edited by carbman: Feb 28 2011, 05:21 PM

i am using this currently:

Does it use a mach 3 cartridge head?

yes it is

carbman, what brand of blade do you use in the EJ?

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Added on February 28, 2011, 10:25 pmI feel a sudden and intense longing for my own EJ after reading online reviews of it. It's sounds like the best razor made in human history.

This post has been edited by kotmj: Feb 28 2011, 10:25 PM

@carbman,

currently i am using my late grandfather's Gillette Super Adjustable (fr 1960s or 1970s). single blades rock n i don't get those irritating shaving bumps/acne anymore. I don't have much facial hair so for shaving I use Shiseido Men Shaving Cream or Shiseido Men Cleaning Foam (doubles up as shaving foam).

I am using Gillette Super Nacet blades...bought a new pack fr mamak sundry shop last week. Super Nacet still in production ? What blades do u use for your Edwin Jagger ?



This post has been edited by jonny4: Mar 1 2011, 12:07 AM

Word on the street is that different faces respond differently to different blade-razor combinations. I haven't tried ordering blades from the net yet (would I have any trouble with customs?), but have heard rave reviews concerning Derby blades. Its recommended that one tries a sampler pack (around USD10) to choose the most suitable for one's own needs.

That said, I've tried Gillette Nacet, Topaz, Bic, and some other cheaper blades. Best so far are the Bics. Very smooth.

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Added on March 1, 2011, 12:25 amYes, super Nacet is still in production, methinks. BTW, your razor has some rave reviews....don't ever sell it off (unless it to me lah)

This post has been edited by carbman: Mar 1 2011, 12:26 AM

That's good news to me...I will be using my Super Adjustable for many more years haha...and maybe pass it on to my kids...

Definitely won't sell...considered family heirloom edi

btw...other than Gillette Super Nacet...what other brand of similar type blades are available in Malaysia ?

This post has been edited by jonny4: Mar 1 2011, 12:35 AM

actually is there anyway to prevent the mostache and beard growing ??

most of my chinese friends.i think all chinese friends doesn't hve mostache and beard ..

i hate shaving ..but if i din't shave,, i feel sratchy and i din't look good if not shave

everyday must shave ..

I wonder if the shaving performance suffers because we here in Malaysia typically do not have hot running water in the taps. Do you use warm water from the shower water heater?

I've tried using warm water b4 when shaving n it did make the skin softer n shaving easier...but its too time consuming plus I don't have much facial hair.

Shave lah.

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Added on March 1, 2011, 9:05 amI find that prepping the hairs on my face with a hot towel makes a CONSIDERABLE difference. But I leave that for mornings when I'm really free. At the very least, just splash on some hot water some minutes before the shave.

Google "Kyle's Prep".




This post has been edited by carbman: Mar 1 2011, 09:05 AM

I think it's not so much about prepping the hairs as it is about opening up the pores with warm water before a shave. A similar effect can be achieved by lathering up with shaving cream and then waiting a few mins for the minty cream to open up the pores prior to shaving.

For me, I always make sure to use a facial cleanser to remove excess oils from my face and to unclog the pores. Thereafter, apply shaving cream then wait 3 mins before shaving. Works every time

ya i know..tired of shaving ..just few days it will grow back
the more u shave the faster it grows

Same like bathing lah. U just gotta do it. I loathed shaving before. Not anymore.

haha this shaver can b used s weapons 2 cut your throat out...idea coming from movie rambo 1 tango n cash very deadly n dangerous 2

Anyone wants to try 'The Fat'?

Found a cheap source online and would just like to share shipping..

About 4 pounds for a 125g puck of MWF..

Shipping is about 10 pounds for 5 or 12 pounds for 8.

thanks for the offer but I am perfectly happy with my Shiseido Men Shaving Cream

some time back tried buying my first shaving set from the english shaving company but it was a lame site that had problems processing my credit card

Try westcoastshaving....that's where I got my gear.


Anyway, was in Barcelona lately, and found this gem of a shop there. Spanish people must take their shaving seriously!

Spanish people have no choice I think..

hey TS. please PM me the place and price u bought ur shaver. i cant find it in anywhere.

hi, which website you get it from?

Hi Bro,

Where did you purchase this from?

procured them years ago from FORHIM william martin before it ceased business. you may want to try acca kappa for something similar.

This post has been edited by attacusatlas: Aug 23 2011, 12:09 PM

OMG. I've been waiting for years for a thread like this to start. Been doing DE shaving for the last 7 years. Like you carbman, I've had my face sliced to ribbons by these multibladed crap razors that Gillette has been putting out and basically the exact same problems as you. Switched to DE (same journey as you also ), Cheap china DEs, Super Nacet (ugh). Now I have 3 Vintage Gillette DEs (1950s Gillette Gold Aristocrat, 1963 Gillette 'Slim' Adjustable and a 1979 Gillette Super Adjustable). BBS everytime.

Now, as far as supplies are concerned:

1. DE Blades - 1st Floor, Haniffa Textiles, Jln Masjid India. They have a variety of blades (Sold either in single box of 5 blades or 100 blade pack). Recommended brands: Treet Platinum, BIC, Green Russian made Gillette 7'O Clock blades. Currently they have Wilkinson Sword Blades at the cashier. RM3.90 per 5 blades. Super damn good. Better go sapu before I do!

Mustafas - Singapore. I know. Its far but this place can get a lot of stuff. Look for Kai Blades.

2. Shaving soap - Sorry. Cannot find here. Take up [Top-Gun]'s offer. I have a puck of MWF. its awesome. [Disclaimer: I have no relation or know who is [Top-Gun] ]. Alternatively, you can look for Tabac Shaving Sticks in Mustafa. Very useful esp when travelling

3. Shaving Cream - Ah, here we are a bit luckier. Haniffa's has Godrej Shaving creams, Denim and German made Palmolive creams. All of which are at par in terms of performance with very expensive English creams. All of them are under RM20 per tube and will last for 2 months if you shave everyday.

4. Aftershave - Apart from the Nivea balm and Denim ones, I dun recommend anything else in Malaysia. Maybe got some Body shop ones that work. Never tried. Too rich for my budget. When in Mustafa, pick up Skin Bracer aftershaves.

5. Razors - Buy online. badgerandblade.com's BST thread can get some good deals. Dun be scared about using vintage razors. They work just fine after disinfecting them.

Ok. Sorry about the long post. Just happy to see someone else who's into this kind of shaving

PS: Not affliated at all with the retailers or brands mentioned here. Just a happy customer

This post has been edited by Yushiro: Sep 6 2011, 04:39 PM

How regularly do you guys often shave?

I am keen on buying an electric shaver but I'm scared that i won't get a 'close shave'.

QUite sure you wont get a clean shave. I keep one in my car, whip it out when i'm in a rush etc. It does the job, but u still can feel the stubbles.

I shave every 2 days. Electric might or might not work for you. As MeeToo said, it depends on how heavy your facial hair growth is. Personally, I can't use them as my facial hair is thick

damn im interested in buying Edwin Jagger DE86811bl, but they dont accept PayPal. They only accept credit cards and sadly, i dont have one...

Do you guys shave early in the morning or night?

Those days during wartime even armies still shave using cold water -- no problem. http://www.armytimes.com/offduty/health/of..._advice_071509/

wow, u guys REALLY take shaving seriously.
Usually, I shave 1 a week if I in d "mood".
btw, me not army but shave with cold water.

I do it at night, after shower. I find it refreshing and the hair grows back slower. Of course, YMMV.

i do it early in the morning, usually after i cleanse my face.

well im not as lucky to be able to get a clean shave with cold water..


well, we have to like it or not... unless you look like a hunk while unshaven, then youd have to take it as seriously as possible to make sure you do not look unkempt or messy.


lucky you... ive tried but sadly i cant, i have to shave early in the morning, everyday. my rate is pretty fast i guess.. too fast for my liking...

Haha....thought this thread was DEAD. OK....I'll storm Jln Masjid India tomolo...running outta blades. I originally bought 5-pack BICs from carrefour for like RM1.20 a box or something like that...pack of 5 boxes.

For the soap, the one that I've found here is from Acca Kappa at pavillion. Buy the refill puck if you're curious. They say its good. Cheaper still would be Crabtree & Evelyn at Midvalley or Bangsar, they sell the refill complete with a wooden boal at RM150 (around that....not sure, was a long time ago). C&E shave brush is also quite acceptable. Acca Kappas brush is something like RM400 ('silvertip' badger, no less).

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Added on September 15, 2011, 8:25 pmI have to shave everyday to stay non-hobbo-looking.

Don't buy the electric shaver if you think you're going to get an awesome shave. I havent tried the super-expensive ones yet, but there's NO way they could be a good-ol razor.

PS: I've fallen into the electric razor 'fad' TWICE.

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Added on September 15, 2011, 8:27 pmGet a Maybank account. They'll give you a VISA debit ATM card. Use it lah. Unless of course, you are under 12, which would negate the need to shave anyway.

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Added on September 15, 2011, 8:29 pmI tried at night...much more 'aman-damai'. But not as BBS in the morning as I'd prefer. Now I shave in the mornings, but will perhaps revert to night shaving sometime soon.

Cold water shaving: no problem. Hot water shaving: better still.

This post has been edited by carbman: Sep 17 2011, 01:39 AM

Where can i get a DE or a straight razor here in KL?

wanted to try using them...

Just bought the following

Col Conk Watertight Travel Container with Bay Rum Shaving Soap $7.00
DE Blade Sampler Pack, Choice $10.00
Edwin Jagger DE8911 Double Edge Safety Razor, Chrome $34.00

Subtotal: $51.00
Discount(s): $0.00
Taxes: $0.00
Shipping: $12.64
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TOTAL: $63.64

Will buy a silver tip badger brush separately from elsewhere

The razor

I still prefer to use scissors.

Bought this


and this to store the brush while travelling


this to store the razor

Kotmj,


that's a nice set u got. My DE89 looks almost like your DE8911, complete with the knurling at the bottom tip. Any ideas what's the difference?

And how's the shaving going? I've got 2 'best' badger brushes, but havent yet tried the silvertips.

Apparently EJ slightly redesigned their razors in 2011 to be more head-heavy. So the DE89 becomes the DE8911. They also introduced more handle variants like barley-grain and octogonal handles.

I still use an electric razor! I just bought the stuff online today and it will take about 2 weeks before they arrive. The silvertip I bought is directly from China -- apparently they make them for several European brands. GBP 17 only!

OOhhhh.....just ordered me a sampler pack today. Also hitching the ride will be a drip stand (for the brush), and 2 long handled EJs (brother and dad want one). Did it after I teracuned from your last post.

Anyway, could you please point me in the right direction for the China-made silvertips? Me want one!

What's so special bout those shaver? Gotta study it.
I shave every morning after my hot shower with shave foam and gillete shaver.

Last time dont need to shave so frequent but now grow too fast le.

I did check out Acca Kappa when they first opened. Er..way out of my budget LOL. Anyways, I have far too many soaps. C&E no longer sells soaps. But I do have a puck of C&E Sweet Almond Oil soap. Thats a really nice soap! To bad they're since discontinued. I think if you looked online you could still find their Nomad soaps.

As i said in my long post earlier, the only thing you're going to find here in KL is the Chinese and Indian made DE's which while good as a starter DE, are too light and have too small blade angles IMO. Your best bet will be like the rest of the gang here, order online. Apart from Edwin Jagger, Merkur is a good "New" DE razor to get. Lastly, you could also opt to get yourself a vintage razor. If you need some recommendations, I'll be more than happy to list some

It occured to me that I need a brush and razor stand, and so they cancelled my initial order so I can create a new one with the stand. In the course of doing so I basically decided I will just use the Feathers instead of a sampler pack.

Omega 27mm Chrome Shaving Brush and Razor Stand $17.00
Edwin Jagger DE8911 Double Edge Safety Razor, Chrome $34.00
Col Conk Watertight Travel Container with Amber Shaving Soap $7.00
Feather Double Edge Razor Blades (50 Blades) $22.50

Subtotal: $80.50
Discount(s): $0.00
Taxes: $0.00
Shipping: $16.14
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TOTAL: $96.64

This is where I bought the brush
http://stores.ebay.com/classicshop2012

I heard alot about Edwin Jagger and merkur, guess my best bet is to get them from over seas..

Any idea whats the range of a decent straight razor? I saw that some of them goes up to a couple of hundred USD as compared to the DEs

That is a particularly lousy question and would make some of my professors throw the duster into your face.

You professors still use chalks and blackboards?!

Actually they did, especially in the lecture halls but even in some seminar rooms. When they built a spanking new glass and stainless steel auditorium a few years back they put in blackboards.

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Added on September 17, 2011, 8:54 pmBTW in this country where I studied they do not wipe the boards like us in Malaysia. The use a wet rag to wipe it so there isn't dust all over the place. There is a sink in the room next to each blackboard.

This post has been edited by kotmj: Sep 17 2011, 08:54 PM

This is what I use to hold my DE razors: a toothbrush holder from IKEA. Wont work for the brushes, though.



This post has been edited by carbman: Sep 17 2011, 09:56 PM

contrary to what u think, my professors always tells me no question is stupid, but only the stupidest person would not ask questions for fear of being branded by people like you...

"There are no stupid questions, but there are a LOT of inquisitive idiots".

PS: not my line

kotmj, i like these. where to find one? (or two perhaps)

2 out of the 3 Vintages that I use:

bottom: 1950s Gillette Aristocrat
top: 1963 Gillette 'Slim' Adjustable

I got them off ebay. I went on b&b forum and people were telling each other to get film canisters and drill holes in them etc. Someone says he uses the tubular toilet roll core to store his silvertip brush while travelling etc. Such inelegant solutions.

http://www.ebay.de/itm/250847191582?ssPage...984.m1439.l2649

http://www.ebay.de/itm/170695903023?ssPage...984.m1439.l2649

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Added on September 19, 2011, 3:06 pmWah, that soap is so old school.

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Added on September 19, 2011, 3:12 pmthose mediocrities told you that?

This post has been edited by kotmj: Sep 19 2011, 03:12 PM

LOL. Its just this:

I put it into a small mason jar

That is a great idea. The only reason I bought my Col. Conk was because it comes in a watertight container.

ah, thanks for the insight but i can't find one that fits mine

I melted down my Col Conk and put it in a nice watertight stainless steel container. Too bad my puck is finishing dy

OMG my shaving set arrived, the quality of this EJ is superb! The Omega chrome stand too, is not your normal China bent wire stuff, it is of a very high quality and the EJ fits perfectly into it. The Col. Conk in amber smells delightful I can already see that shaving will be a sensual experience.

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Added on September 26, 2011, 6:04 pmThis is the sort of stuff father can hand down to son. Solid brass, perfectly chromed. Classic styling.

This post has been edited by kotmj: Sep 26 2011, 06:04 PM

Are we allowed to travel with blades. Check in baggage no problem during travel?

i think as long as u check in to cargo no prob. dont bring to the cabin luggage.

ive been bleeding since the longest time and i have gotten used too without using any shaving foam.

Kotmj where did you orderedyour razor and soaps? Thanks.

currently i'm using this shaving cream.
its really good but very sensitive to water. If theres any water on your face it wont lather.



I hate gilette foams or creams because it makes my skin feel tight.

You need some serious moisturising for your hands...

I was going to say the same thing. Maybe his other hand is better.

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Added on September 27, 2011, 9:02 pmR u sure its not a brushless shaving cream? There are those things out there that are brushless and are meant to be used as such. I have the soap version of the Nomad (C&E) and its OK, just so.

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Added on September 27, 2011, 9:03 pmWhen in doubt, lubricate.

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Added on September 27, 2011, 9:04 pmI checked in all my shaving stuff with a pack of raw blades, no problem. This was to europe.

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Added on September 27, 2011, 9:06 pmYou like it, dontcha? This is the kinda stuff, if you ter-drop on your toes in the morning, would render you fit for an MC. The chrome gets dulled by the shaving soap residue over time. A quick rinse in hot water, followed by a gentle scrub with a terrycloth does the trick. Pics of your shaving stand, pls...

This post has been edited by carbman: Sep 27 2011, 09:06 PM

Hi,

I want ask how u all buy shaver? I see so many type i dunno which to buy.

Also how many times you use the shaver before changing? I see some only 1 shaver while some inside got 5 or 6 shaver insdie the pack.

The brush hasn't arrived yet...

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Added on September 27, 2011, 10:33 pmI can't remember the last time I paid RM150 and got such a tool out of the box...

This post has been edited by kotmj: Sep 27 2011, 10:33 PM

^ those are so sex

In the midst of being jealous that Kotmj's purchase sampai but mine belum, I was delighted to see a brown box my maid signed for from the postal people. Took about 10 days.

Inside were 2 EJ DE89Ls (for my brother and dad), a brush holder, and a sampler pack of razors. These are the razors:






Just for some porn, here are my brushes, both best badger, not silvertip. Not yet.

Carbman, is the lined version better?

China silvertip arrived today




I'm using Feathers now, but have just bought Bic from Carrefour. The Bic is made in Greece.

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Added on September 28, 2011, 8:15 pmJust tried the Bic, nowhere as sharp as the Feather.

This post has been edited by kotmj: Sep 28 2011, 08:15 PM

Hi guys .... i see all the photos looks so .... cool.

But i have no idea at all how to use them if i opt for this kind of shaving (have been using electric since .... when i need to shave).

Pls sifu enlighten me ......

First impression is that it grips a wee bit better than the non-textured shaft. The shaft is just as long, though. Looks-wise it just a matter of taste. The head is identical. Is this sounding too much like a sexual innuendo?

Anyway, how's the silvertip brush? Soft? My best badgers are still a bit stiff at the ends.


Bic is the best I've been able to source locally, and since you say the feathers are better, I'm gonna try em out quick. Dont even bother with the Nacets and Lasers.

I thought the silvertips would be more syok on the mouth/chin than a nice tuft of pussihair, but it felt like any other brush. It's my first shaving brush so I have no frame of reference.

i went to acca kappa after u guys suggested to go there... looks really nice but i mean... it looks too nice for me to use it... but im thinking of throwing my current shaver and buy the olde style...


keep it coming guys... i learn loads of stuff over here...

R U absolutely sure the brush is silvertip? Or even badger, and not synthetic? I'm hoping its real, coz I also want one, especially at that price. Even B&B members have used this brush. I was a wee bit sceptical on its originality because of the waviness of the hair: my synthetic Bodyshop shaving brush does that. Try burn a few strands and see (yeah right).

If it is real, then perhaps its just a matter of "running-in" the brush. Give it some time.

I tried the Feathers, and they were sharper than the BICs, yes. I'll be trying the others in the sampler pack later on. They cost about RM3 per pack of 5, pretty much market price here, excluding shipping charges, of course. If I find one I particularly like, I might switch to that. As it is, its tough to beat the BICs at RM8+ per 6 packs, or about RM1.2 per pack. My first Feather shave hasn't converted me yet. Perhaps I was being too cautious after hearing about their legendary sharpness.

I searched on B&B for this brush and the consensus seems to be that they are great value but not on par with the absolute best (Rooneys, TGN, etc). I can live with that!

Well as I've said, I am just not the right person to judge brushes, this is the first I've used except for the one this Armenian barber used on my sideburns and back neck during my student days. I'm pretty sure he used a boar bristle brush.

Ah, those old skool barbers.....i'm quite certain they never dry their brushes

Anyone know where can get the shaving cream and blades like example above at Penang?

OK, so I've been wet shaving everyday for a week now.

I nick myself everytime, i.e. I draw blood. Just a tiny pinprick normally, no big deal, but I prefer not to. The past 2 days it wouldn't have happened if I did not do 4 passes repeatedly. Yes, I shave against the grain. Bad idea, I know, but it is the only way to get a truly close shave.

The first 2 days I had major razor burn, but that seem to no longer occur.

Do I enjoy it? Strangely, yes. It's actually fun.

The shave is closer than what I can achieve with the electric razor, but it is not as close as I thought it would be. There is still this greyish shade to my skin around the beard areas.

Wet shaving is best done when you have all the time in the world. Having to hurry subtracts from the satisfaction of the ritual.

Do you go ATG (against the grain) from the 1st pass? I usually manage with 3 passes, begining with WTG, followed bt WTG again and finish off with XTG. For tough spots, I emply the 'blade buffing' technique. And a proper, unhurried prep really does wonders. But having no razor burn means your technique must be on track.

Yeah, I went ATG at first pass.

I shaved just now with your technique. 2X WTG then ATG. It works. No nicks. This is for above the chin. Below the chin, it is awkward to hold the razor to do WTG. So just ATG below the chin.

The brush is shedding hair. Like 2 hairs per use.

The BIC is seriously dull, man. I replaced my week-old Feather with a fresh BIC and guess what? The week-old Feather is SHARPER than a fresh BIC.

Dropped by Hanifa on the weekend. No Russian Gilettes there. No DE blades at the counter. But plenty of Chinese and Pakistani and Indian blades of dubious quality.

How do you dispose of your blades? They are still very sharp, and the rubbish collectors like to ruffle through the garbage in search of plastic bottles.

Just came back from Haniffa. Picked up a Lord DE razor (for the sake of reviewing it) and a tube of Denim shaving cream. Checked the blades on sale at the payment counter. They have Russian Green 7'O Clocks, Vietnamese Gillette Thins and about 10-15 German made Wilkinson Swords.(these are the ones I recommend. They have others but better dun use) For easy blade disposal, I took one of my daughter's milk tins, sealed the lid, flipped it upside down and made a hole for the blades. This is known as a blade bank. been using it for like 6 years, now only halfway full. since everything is metal, it'll be easier to recycle. But make sure you mark it with a label that says "used blades" la


A note on boar brushes: I've been using the same Omega boar for 6 years. So far its probably shed about 10-15 hairs? I soak it in hot/very warm water before I shower and use it after the shower. The key is to preserving it is after usage, wash with hot water (not boiling hot la) and then thoroughly clean it with cold water. Brush is still excellent and works wonderfully with creams or soaps.


PS: I have no idea where to get blades in Penang. Sorry bro.

What? All I saw at the payment counter were Gilette cartridges, and when I asked a lady at the counter about razor blades she said First Floor.