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Pretty sure you can mod SE Gem / Feather FHS-10 blades to work with the Valet but you might need to check exactly what model of Valet you have.
Soldato
Not sure how if this is allowed but I have a few blades some not even opened lying around id like to give them away just cover postage and I'll have them sent out please let me know how to go about this
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Not done a wet shave with blade for years, how does one shave without the pain.
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cut throat or double-edge are best, with cut throat, you might only need to shave once to end the pain!
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What you shaving with for pain to kick in
Soldato
Safety razor, decent soap (not spray foam crap) there's a whole thread on the subject on the forum.
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I have merged your post with our huge manly shaving thread - There's a lot of good stuff here.
Yep, and make sure the stubble has been well soaked, I find having a shave straight after showering is always the best.
Soldato
If you've got pain chances are you're doing it wrong, or going against the grain (which some can do, others can't). Try changing the direction to go either with the grain or across the grain.
If you're going to trial a safety razor then get a variety pack of blades to trial, as different blades suit different people.
The other tip is everything you do should be about warming the face. Hot water (even a face cloth left on a few minutes if needs be) and instead of using a shaving bowl to get your lather apply it directly to the brush then work it into a lather on your face.
Personally I've stopped using a safety razor for the time being. A) because nobody is going anywhere and B) because I find Wilkinson Sword Hydro blades last for months (at least 3) before they start irritating so I just keep using them (the hydro effect wears off, but the blades themselves work for ages - it's probably just my face though).
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well first wet shave in in donkeys years, read plenty through here yes never knew going against the grain, done it all in the shower and no pain.
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mate i am a hairy fellow, i am blown away just how a warm shower works nowadays with a good blade.
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Result! I enjoy taking the time to have a good shave, the process is relaxing and results are satisfying all day long. I've got 16 months worth of beard right now but I'm holding onto my shaving gear and looking forward to the day it's put to use again
Soldato
To mirror the above, not posted in ages but very pleased with myself. Bought all the gear years ago, had zero idea and could not for the life of me achieve a good shave.
After getting fed up with my gilette I dug out my old Merkur, one of the blades I still had (personna) and using my proraso shaving foam from a can had the quickest and most pleasant DE shave in my life. No bleeding, nothing.
Going to stick with it again and hopefully break my need for fusion razors.
After getting fed up with my gilette I dug out my old Merkur, one of the blades I still had (personna) and using my proraso shaving foam from a can had the quickest and most pleasant DE shave in my life. No bleeding, nothing.
Going to stick with it again and hopefully break my need for fusion razors.
Soldato
Anyone using persona blades of late? Not sure if I’ve had a bad batch but they are nothing like my old persona’s. New ones are very soft and need at least a second pass. My old ones were ok on a first pass!
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Not personally had experience with the Persona blades. I've used Derby (wouldn't ever recommend), Astra (would recommend) however, now I swear by Feathers. I use them in my DE (EJ89 and Fine Slant) & Shavette for BBS when I can't be bothered to maintain/line up my beard, which I grow out occasionally because Mrs. Shawrey hates my baby face.
The Feathers are super sharp, so much so, I can't actual feel the blade on the skin.
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DE blades bearing the name "Personna" are made in Israel, Germany and USA.
In many people's minds the "proper" Personnas are from Israel.
Clearly they are different products.
See
https://sharpologist.com/personna-blades-stay/
In UK the Israeli and German blades are available here
https://connaughtshaving.com/razorblades.html
My preferred blade is the Feather, but I get on quite well with the yellow 7 O'clocks and the Gillette Silver Blues.
I have a tough white beard and use a Merkur Slant or a Muehi R41 - both aggressive razors. A vintage (1965) Gillette Slim Adjustable opened right up to its most aggressive also works well for me.
In many people's minds the "proper" Personnas are from Israel.
Clearly they are different products.
See
https://sharpologist.com/personna-blades-stay/
In UK the Israeli and German blades are available here
https://connaughtshaving.com/razorblades.html
My preferred blade is the Feather, but I get on quite well with the yellow 7 O'clocks and the Gillette Silver Blues.
I have a tough white beard and use a Merkur Slant or a Muehi R41 - both aggressive razors. A vintage (1965) Gillette Slim Adjustable opened right up to its most aggressive also works well for me.
Soldato
Cheers for this. Would appear I have bought the German ones. I have some old feathers I think I will go back to now im int he swing of it.