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Silverstrike
154
Jul 9, 2014
Can anyone tell me whether this is a really good razor to go with?
TheGrouch
71
Jul 9, 2014
SilverstrikeIf you have no use for BOTH open and closed comb, you are better off purchasing another razor.
Silverstrike
154
Jul 9, 2014
TheGrouchI am confused. What are open and closed combs? Sorry i just a gillete mach 5 and i am noob at this.
TheGrouch
71
Jul 9, 2014
SilverstrikeOpen comb is more aggressive (the blade is more exposed) but gives you a closer shave. Closed comb side (blade is less exposed) is a milder shave that is easy to use IMHO. If you have a heavy beard the open combed side may be of value to you. Although I would recommend starting off with razors such as the Edwin Jagger DE89, or the Merkur 34c which are also cheaper and highly rated/reviewed.
Silverstrike
154
Jul 10, 2014
TheGrouchThanks grouch. Sure will do.
TheGrouch
71
Jul 11, 2014
SilverstrikeAlso be sure to find a blade that is suitable for your skin/beard type. It can change the whole experience. If you haven't looked in to lathering with a brush, that may be information you will be interested in too. Good luck!
deskjockey
40
Jul 12, 2014
TheGrouchWhat's your opinion on 'swapping' blades out? I recently bought a Merkur 34c, but realistically I only shave once a week. I was planning on just going through all the extra blades I bought and doing a 'is this better than the last one' test.
TheGrouch
71
Jul 12, 2014
deskjockeyI haven't tried every single blade out there yet, but I like the idea of trying different blades. Although, I would recommend giving each blade a few tries before determining the quality of the blade. You may just have off days shaving and get a few nicks here and there. I am using shark super chromes at the moment and have quite a few blades to try myself. If you find you are comfortable with a certain blade I would actually stick with it until you have issues with it. As they say, "If it ain't broke, Don't fix it!". Enjoy the 34c, it's a really nice razor : )