Safety razors

Safety razors and there development by Edward.

The safety razor was first patented in 1888 by the American Kampf brothers. Also the difference from today’s was the actual blade was non disposable. Therefore the owner would have flicked up the guard and honed it on a block. The safety razors guard as pictured would have been quite distant and exposed a great deal of blade. I would like to get my hands on one to experiment but with a great deal of cation. I would imagine most people would have cut themselves less with a straight razor but hey! That’s development.

Ironically Jack the ripper was at large in foggy London at this time, only if he considered the emerging safety razor industry there would have been considerably less damage to the community.

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Safety razors and there development

In 1901 King Gillette, King was his first name although he was the king of shaving. As he produced the worlds first disposable safety razor blade. Which was a single blade. The Kampf brothers developed there razors in accordance with this. The difference being from today’s safety razor blades is they were single bladed. Although you can buy single bladed safety razors which made a come back a couple of years ago. King Gillette realised the potential market with the coming war, as a shaven face fitted a gas mask better. So were commissioned to provide the united states army with a razor and blades in a field kit. This savvy man was soon a millionaire.

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DE blades and TTO safety razors.

Double edged blades came around in the 30’s simplicity at it’s best. Now blades lasted twice as long. Safety razors still are using the 3 piece design today. With the mentality if it’s not broke don’t fix it.

In the 1960 s the safety razor blades were carbon steel, changing then to stainless. Probably due to moisture staining. Also TTO or twist to open safety razors were invented. Which was a rather wonderful opening, with a twist and a butterfly parting although they look nice the mechanism can break. Unlike the bomb proof screw cap safety razor.

Gillette in the 1960’s also invented the Adjustable. With a 1-9 adjustment which was quite brilliant in fact. This was copied by the Merkur Futur in the 1990 s. This is and still probably always will be the height of safety razor design.  Unless any readers fancy having a go at being an Inventor.

There has been more emphasis in the last 10 years on non aggressive razors, from which the scale was described in some of my previous posts.

Regards Edward.

Which safety razors?

Which safety razors should I choose? the first question you should ask yourself Is not necessarily, which one can I afford? It should be, which level of aggression should I go for. Here are the several groups along with examples.

Aggressive safety razors.

Usually but not always with an open comb, these will take any amount of hair off. But might be a bit ruthless for the everyday shaver. Here are a few models noted for aggression. Muhle R41, Fatip classic, the Ikon B1. Note that some men have very coarse hair, which makes these razors useful.

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Middle aggressive safety razors.

Most safety razors are in fact middle aggressive. These closed comb razors are considered the best all rounders. For length, coarseness of hair and how often you shave. A lot of modern safety razor manufacturers, use middle aggressive as a standard.  Razors to consider are any Muhle any Timor and our home brand, The Edward’s lifetime razor.

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Non aggressive safety razors.

Edward’s has spent a lot of focus on this style of razor over the last year, as we have found that It is a great way to every day shave. It’s quick to whip off stubble and they are relatively forgiving. These are easy and dynamic to use, it’s always good to not have a blunter side of razor as they won’t adequately work. There Is something satisfying about using one though. Razors Include, The Fatip Gentile, the Feather AS-D2.

Edwards shaving

We shave a lot, we sell safety razors for a living. We try to cater for every customers need. Also sticking to a keen trust policy, we have not yet let down a customer. Despite having some tricky ones. We love to talk razors and will answer any questions you may have on them. Our lines are open for you to ask. Which safety razors should I choose?

We also have a solid amount of information on shaving technique on this fine blog, which we are so very proud to administer.

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Safety razors

Most safety razors are middle aggressive on the scale, usually with a closed head. If you own a safety razor you probably have one. How should I use safety razors?  I was asked yesterday by a client how to shave best so, the following post is a template for you to use for a consistent shave which limits any cuts. I would recommend two passes In most cases, I use a safety razor most day’s and this process usually has good results.

Shaving preparation.

A good shaving oil is helpful we sell Osma, apply it dry as a pre shave. Piping hot water on your beard is then a great way to lubricate and to soften your stubble. Then a good shaving cream applied with a hot wet brush Is best. circulate a lather on your face then paint it on.

Small safety razor strokes

No long strokes, like you would with a cartridge razor, use small strokes which are light. On your cheeks you can apply some blade buffing,  which Is when you push the razor back and fourth. Every where else I recommend lifting the blade off with every small stroke. The same principle as share with a sculptor, you are in danger of going under to far if you don’t take the blade off the surface. Don’t puff your cheeks, loose skin is best.

Chin and throat

How should I use safety razors? Puff out your neck by pushing your head back, push your chin down. Creating the bullfrog technique. The throat and chin are hard parts not to cut. By making skin bulge this makes a boyency which acts as barrier.

We sell a great everyday razor, the Edward’s lifetime razor Is a well priced great shave. Link attached. Get Into touch if you need any more Info on shaving.

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Timor Stainless safety razor

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Where can I buy safety razors? Edward’s places product emphasis on safety razor. We have around 50 in stock for your choosing. We had a tricky call yesterday when a customer explained he had a condition that made his blood thin. Also making him bleed profusely. He was keen for the look of a Timor vintage, as seen In the Independent featured below. Although the 1360, I explained to the client that he would be better off with a non aggressive razor, as the 1360 was not aggressive but middle on the scale. I recommended the Feather AS-DS2 a rather lovely Japanese non aggressive razor. Also I chucked In a styptic pencil, one of these helped me out once when I was using a very aggressive razor In the early days.

Where can I buy safety razors?

Some people are thick skinned and have the gnarliest of growth, to them I would recommend an open combed razor. We sell the Muhle R41 and also the Fatip classic, both aggressive. The Edward’s home brand razor Is middle aggressive, we offer wholesale on these. It Is on the aggressive side of middle, but there Is a flexibility In the way the blade sit’s. It provides a close but gentle shave, despite really dominating the hair.

Muhle closed combs razors and also Geisen are mainly middle aggressive, these make them a good first time razor. Also an everyday razor. A cheaper alternative to the Feather Is the Fatip Gentila, It’s a real lovely looking razor. Also a well priced razor that will give you a non aggressive shave.

Where can I buy safety razors? at Edward’s.

http://www.independent.co.uk/extras/indybest/fashion-beauty/mens-grooming/best-safety-razors-for-beginners-sensitive-skin-10111508.html

James bonds razor

Where can I buy James bonds razor? Well at Edward’s of course. In 2012, we noticed a steep rise In straight razor sales. By 2013 It had risen as much as 300 percent. With some research, we found that It was down to 007 using a Dovo straight razor In skyfall. Although It Is not surprising that this childhood Icon of mine could have created such a change In sales. Last year the James Bond lifestyle company got Into touch, and wanted to buy and feature the razor. However the handle Is horn, this makes a variance In the colour. As pictured, Bonds razor Is dark, and Sadly It Is the luck of the draw.

Also I was contacted, by a true Bond collector and blogger called Jonathan. Who explained with his expert knowledge of all things Bond. That the prop designers used an alloy, fake blade on the set for safety perhaps. Also the handle was colored thus making It darker.  Jonathan, like Q, Is performing tests on the horn handle to see It’s effect, and we look forward to seeing the results. His blog Is a treasure trove of Interesting knowledge of everyone’s macho archetype, James Bond. There Is a feeling that you are signing up to her Majesties secret service when you are In the blog. Why not take a look yourself?  Link here. https://www.ajb007.co.uk/post/910560/#p910560