SMF

I've got a 15c and I love it. Yes it's a little mild, but pair it with a sharp blade and it performs wonderful. The 11c has a heavier handle so it does effect the shave somewhat but with razors, like blades, ymmv. I wouldn't base your judgement on the reviews because everyone is different. It's all ...

Friday morning: Razor- Merkur progress (3 setting) Blade- Shark stainless (2nd shave) Cream- Derby lemon Brush- VDH boar A/S- Aqua velva Edt- Polo sport Thank goodness it's Friday! I gotta say, today was an excellent shave... smooth, comfortable, and BBS, even on my neck. I can't stop face-turbating...

I don't know why, but I always use lip balm after I shave... I guess it's a ritual habit... brush teeth, shave, lip balm. I don't really change much in my routine besides mentholated products when it's hot and non-drying balms when it's cold.

The same seller is listing cheap looking DEs and calling them "Old Spice Razors" http://cgi.ebay.com/Old-Spice-Safety-Razor-10-Double-Edge-Blades-NIB-999_W0QQitemZ180415956045QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0 Well, I wouldn't be so quick to dismiss this seller... they are located in I...

Thursday morning:

Razor- Merkur progress (3 setting)
Blade- Shark stainless (1st shave)
Cream- Derby lemon
Brush- VDH boar
A/S- Aqua velva

Okay gents, my curiosity got the best of me... I ordered 25 of these. Anyone want to test drive a pack of 5? I'll let you know when these arrive... they're coming from India so probably around 15-25 days. Just PM me if you want to try them. Edit: Almost forgot... anyone try Bluebird blades yet? I go...

Wednesday morning:

Razor- Merkur progress (2.5)
Blade- Derby (2nd shave)
Cream- TOBS rose
Brush- VDH boar
A/S- Aqua velva

Would you consider a trade? A blue-tip ss w/case for 200 of these babies? I really like the stainless version so I'm interested to try these.

Thanks

Find it hard to believe there is no interest in this razor...

Tuesday Morning:

Razor- Merkur HD
Blade- Derby (1st day)
Cream- TOBS rose
Brush- VDH boar
A/S- Aqua velva
EdT- Polo blue

Have a great day Gents!

I'm excited to try these... ordered 100 on a whim.

Actually, the HD I received in a trade for one of my fatboys is my new favorite go-to razor... my progress is 2nd.

Okay sorry, it's staring me right in the face so I'm going for it...

okie wrote:get it warm and wet and you should get by.

... With that combination, I'd do more than just get by.

Steve-o wrote:Maybe it's a good thing you don't use a straight ...

... I would've loved to go "Sweeny Todd" on the refs though!

With the Baltimore Ravens recent nail-biting lose to the Patriots in Gillette stadium I may never again use Gillette products. It's a shame too because my purchase of 50 7 o'clock super stainless blades arrived in the mail yesterday. Well, now that the game is over, time for a shave... I'm thinking ...

bump...

Am now also considering trade for 100 or more shark stainless or super iridium... or any other "exotic" brand I haven't tried yet. PM me with offer.

When my mornings are rushed and time is short, I reach for the Beard Buster: Barbasol. Not bad stuff IMO. After applying to my face I add a little water to the mix to make it a little less foamy and a little more creamy.

Anthony

Sorry to bring out a dated post, but I'd just like to say that I've also had some unpleasant experiences over there too. When I started DE shaving a little over a year ago, this was the first forum I found and I'm glad it was this one. Just wanted to let you know that you're not alone on this. Anthony

It's been awhile since I've used a Bic DE blade, but from what I remember, my experience echoes yours. I don't think I ever got away without a nick or two... could be why I haven't used them in awhile.

The drawback as others have said, is that the skin feels 'burned' after a few days. I can't use them steadily as my sole blade and rotate among a selection of other makes of blades. +1... My skin is the same way. Anyone try/prefer SuperMax SS blades? I find them very smooth and sharp, yet not uncom...