You’re so good to throw in the tip about full arm movements, not just flicking the razor with your wrist. When I started wet shaving I kept nicking my neck, for that reason. With a cartridge (especially one that flexes to keep the angle right) I would almost carelessly shave. With a DE I was being good about the angle, but my strokes were more similar to the cartridge style. Once I used a full arm movement my shaves got more comfortable and rarely nicked myself anymore.
Another great shave, man. One little "golden key" (if you will) to shaving that I've kept since I've discovered it has been something that's not even related to product. And that is water: cold water to be precise. Matt from Razor Emporium mentioned this a few times on some of his videos related to shaving with sensitive skin, and he tells a lot of his customers who might be getting a ton of irritation or other issues to do a cold water shave with EVERYTHING cold: wetting the brush, lathering the soap, wetting your face, cleaning the razor off between your cuts...everything. The only time you'd probably use hot water is to clean your brush, razor, & razor blade off at the end once you're done. At first I was kind of skeptical, but I tried just shaving with cold water at first (with warm brush & warm lather)...and it was pretty awesome and my results improved. Then I switched to wetting brushes and lathering with cold water...and it has been nirvana ever since (well, mostly). Not every shave is the best, naturally, but my level of irritation has dramatically reduced between shaves and I CANNOT go back to hot shaves now; they irritate me so much. So maybe try a cold shave with everything cold for a few weeks and see how you feel! 😁
Yeah, it doesn’t work for me. I’ve tried it. I use Luke warm water and it’s the best for me. Cold water just destroys my neck when I’m shaving it. I need to loosen up my hairs and get them to stand straight up. Glad it works for you and others. Just not for everyone
That fortnight experiment of cold water everything with only one pass every two days (from Matt at Razor Emporium) was what I mentioned to you in my comment on the phone-in video. So far, so good, but there are still two or three shaves to go. I may still go back to your second pass against the grain on the lower neck technique if all-cold is inferior. The main variable so far seems to be how often one shaves. BBS is an ideal, and most men can't do it without major irritation of some sort. I believe that a DFS is the realistic goal for most of us. The era of cartridge razors has made too many of us lazy, and your point about as few strokes as possible is well-stated. I will ask skeptics of DE shaving about their making five passes with one stroke of their Mach V; they have no answer. 🤔
Iam 45 years old and all these years Iam using Gillette's disposable razors. I got fed up with those lately. Bad quality, harming the environment, not enough sharp and irritating my face a lot. I watched some of your videos about double edged razors and I ended up to purchase as a beginner a Henson a13 mild. When I will receive it and test it I will write my comment about that. Thank you for your good job and your passion about the wet shaving. Greetings from Greece.
I have the mild Henson and I love it I no longer have what I call turkey red neck when I shave I am never going back to cartridge razor blades unless I travel by plane as only travel with carry on
I want to thank you for all the great videos, especially the ones regarding Henson. My soon to be 17 year old nephew just started shaving. His deadbeat dad (a whole other story) just threw an electric at him and said "here you go." Poor kid is suffering from razor rash and ingrown hairs. And of course, since he's still a teen, he's having to fight that stuff alongside acne. I just ordered him a Henson mild in Blue, along with Cella's 'Bio' formula shaving cream and after shave splash and balm for sensitive skin, along with a nice boar brush to help him exfoliate as well as lather. Your videos helped me make that decision. I think the Henson mild with its built in angle will set him on the right path.
Great shave! Glad you got outta there nice and clean with with no nicks. The Henson is such a great razor with its angle feedback. Not only do you see soap trails when the angle is off but it also goes silent. Both visual and audio cues with that thing. Can't go wrong. Congrats to the giveaway winner!
This Christmas I replaced my Merkur 34C. I had heard of the Henson and that is what made me find you. I was looking up reviews and ended up getting the AL13 mild, a Leaf Twig and a Rockwell 6C (can't pass up the Christmas sale price). So far one of my problems is the Henson is almost perfect. I keep wanting to shave with it. I am planning to force (yes force) myself to use the Twig during Feb and probably use the Rockwell during March. Also thanks for the blade reviews. I stuck with the Astra greens for a year and just started picking up some other blades and honestly they make an unbelievable difference. The tugging I get from an Astra in the old Merkur 34C kept making me thing the blade was dulling after one use. For some odd reason the Astras give me a tugging pulling sensation. I guess we all have blades that work or don't. Anyway checked out the Feathers, Nacets and Personna Comforts and all are giving an easy 5 shaves per blade. I am automatically cycling out a blade after 5 shaves but could probably get more. Thanks again for your videos. They are informative and you have a way that makes me feel like you are trying to sell anything while also not just watching someone shave. There is always some gem in the conversation that keeps me hooked. Don't change your format cause it works like no other.
@@Shamoneee If you added a Timeless TI68 you would have my favorite four. I always have a blade in the Twig just to get in close around my nose no matter what I use. However I will admit the Henson is just slightly better for me than the Rockwell. Basically I get more perfect shaves out of the Henson. However the Rockwell does a great job and you can set the plates to your blade and how much growth you want to take off. Of those three you can't go wrong with whatever you pick. I honestly can recommend all three of them.
i've still got to get my face lathering game anywhere near your caliber, but i'm getting to the point where my scream finder (alum block) doesn't get nearly as many hits as it used to. So happy with my henson TI in mild. i usually do the weekly shave so a medium might be on order soon. Thayers, alum block, preshave oil, good soaps, lots of hydration, Nivea stuff, good DE blades, all things i've learned from this channel (and not in that order) really love the Thayers part of the routine, nice and refreshing.
I went with the mild, I also use Mekur 34 c and Edwin jagger 3 one 6 which is very aggressive on my face. The mild Henson has been a good addition in my rotation
Great vid as always Henson looks amazing. Liked the use of the Comic theme in your translations. Also, background music was great. Skills are improving. Keep ‘em coming!1
I was in the same boat had a lot of irritation up until today I finally had a good shave used the henson + with a gillette platinum blade. I used the proraso preshave and let the sit for a couple minutes and got that good shave
Thank you, I appreciate your effort to respond to so many of us. I did pick the rockwell T2 in gunmetal and get great shaves but sometimes the henson is just the one to go to for a really good shave
Great vid. I’ve had poor experiences with my AL13 recently (after excellent results when I first got it) and it has got little use in the rotation for a few months now. This vid has motivated me to give it a go tomorrow, and concentrate on my technique as it is slightly different to most other safety razors. I think I just got a bit sloppy and your vid has prompted me to pay attention! Hopefully I can fall in love with the AL13 again 🤞🪒
I went crazy and bought a 💩ton of razors. I find myself always going back to my Henson for my most comfortable shave. I love my Yates Winning and 921 but they are both more aggressive than my Henson. These three razors I’ve mentioned are easily my favorites out of the 25 I own.
Great video the Henson ++ is my favorite razor I think we forget the basics chasing the perfect shave looking forward to a video on the sonic cleaner I’ve thought about getting one but not sure I’d use it much looking forward to your opinion
Great razor, great video ! I also can't handle a lot of strokes on my neck, that's why I always got razor burn with 5 blade carts. The Henson always gives me a great shave, even when I am recovering from a bad shave. If I ever have a bad shave or an "over-shave" I use my Henson because it is mild and efficient.
I liked your 'Squeeze The Knot' move. I'm stealing that. 😇 I have similar issues getting a good shave. Lucky for me it was easy to troubleshoot. You see, I was trying different blades on a daily basis in one of my open comb Gillette's. Seems to be a little too aggressive for me and combined with the blade changes it started to get bad around day 5. Like you, I decided to go back to basics. Took four days off from shaving to let my face recover a bit and then, switched to my Gillette Fatboy 'goto' razor and my standard blade and all is back to being right in the universe. I also found out that my face does not like warm water when shaving. Nothing but cold water for this guy. Great video. May your shaves be A-mazing!!!!
I do have a problem with the weight, and I got the mild one (+) and what I learned is that mild razor does not work for me who shave once 2-3 days, with a coarse stubble. It just take too much time and more pressure which in turn causes more irritations.
The Henson mild (+) is aimed at people with very light beard growth plus head and body shaving. The medium (++) is better for most beards except coarse ones, for which the HENSON +++ model is better - or the Rockwell 6 S/C on a high plate (such as 5 or 6).
I have very course sensitive skin and the medium aggression is the best. The plus plus plus is not a very good shave. At least for me. I would step up to a Rockwell razor instead of suggesting that one.@@petekadenz2466
@@petekadenz2466 yeah, my rookie knownledge thought that the mild razor would helps with the nick and weepers that I got from shaving, turns out it was technique after all.
Good shave. Sometimes yuh just gotta use what you know works for you and enjoy the shave. While experimentation and trying all these different products is fun, sometimes yuh just need a good, fun, relaxing shave.
Nice shave. Lately I've been using the 6 plate with the grain and the 3 plate against the grain with my Rockwell and getting great shaves. I must say I want to shave with my Henson ++ after watching this video.
Hey Dave, Great talking to you the other day on your Live Cast. I’m still curious how much more aggressive the Medium Henson is compared to my Mild… After I figure that question out, I’ll probably lock-in that specific aggression in a Titanium Henson…forever! Speaking of razors…even your razor likes to GO BLUE! 🔵🟡〽️😂 Until the next, take it easy and keep releasing great videos!
I'm watching Detroit pound all over the 49ers right now. I'm rooting for you. The titanium Henson is more aggressive than the aluminum models. I have the mild titanium and it feels like the medium AL 13. On a Rockwell I would say it's a 3 setting. I don't recommend the plus plus plus version. The razor is all out of whack and it's not a good shave. You're looking for aggressive I would look at a different razor
@@OhioShaves Yeah, it’s been a long while since Detroit had a winning team (Hence why I’m a Steelers fan of the ‘70’s). I have no problem with the Henson Mild, but if I could dial-up the aggressiveness just a hair (pun intended) it would be my ideal razor; which the Henson Titanium in Mild sounds like it would fit that bill nicely; according to your analysis and advice. I want to be absolutely sure before plunking down $250 for a razor! 😅 And don’t worry, I’m not going for the +++. That along sounds crazy aggressive. Thanks for the responding, and the advice!
There is no returns for the titanium just so you know upfront. Too many people were probably returning them. Just wanted to try an expensive razor. Now they accept no returns on the titanium. Little weird.@@ejones7589
Thanks for the video I stocked up on the Astra's so I have a few before my store ran out. Thought I'd try the comfort coats and they are a great blade. Sharper than the Astra's by a bit but just as smooth. The blade razor combination is the most important thing if I find a blade that works in a razor I don't change it unless I am using the T2 cause I can adjust to the blade. Glad you got a good shave mate surprised there was no irritation with multiple days growth.
David, nice video of going back to basics. The problem with buying blades on Amazon is the possibility of getting counterfeits. I bought the Personna Comfort Coats on Amazon and they were absolutely unusable. After trying several from different parts of the package, I had to trash them. I would recommend blade be purchased from verifiable on-line vendors. Smooth shaves buddy.
I haven’t heard anyone complain about the link by list below. It’s the actual vendor I bought my blades from. I would definitely report that person to Amazon. They’re pretty persistent about removing phonies.
I need to pick up some Shannon Soaps...looking at their website, scents and price points they look amazing. Another great thing about traditional means, one soap will last longer and at the price point companies like Shannon, Stirling, some of the A&E, soaps have will ultimately be cheaper than the canned gunk at their price points over the same period of time. Might have to break out my Henson for my next razor rotation, but having a hard time putting that Syntesi down. Need to get another Simpson brush to. Put my other one into my travel kit. Only brush I've found so far that has the backbone and bristle strength I like. Good video. Going back to what one's comfortable with is always nice to have in the back pocket when needed.
Great video. I've watched all the others you have on the Henson and the Rockwell 6c and 6s. You've probably been asked 100 times, but if you could only choose one for a daily razor which would it be? I got the Henson when it first came out(mild) and it absolutely tears me up with any blade. Should I get the revised version in medium ++ or the Rockwell 6s?
I just got my best shave from a permasharp leaf twig combo. I still haven’t tried all my sampler blades but it’d be hard to imagine any would be better than the permasharp. Now I’m on the fence on whether I should just buy 100 now or not because I believe permasharp like Astra is going to India and there aren’t many available. 😅
A hot towel will improve your results 100%! Only trouble is you have to get some hotter-than-tap-water hot water so that means an electric kettle. There's plenty of shave towel products to review and recommend as well!
Great video and shave. Have you heard anything about Personna Comfort Coat blades being renamed to Accuthrive like the some of the other Personna blades? I have a sonic cleaner and it does a great job of cleaning my razors. Have a great week. 👍
I watched Matt over at razor Emporium do his live shave Friday, but I still see them available on Amazon. I can’t wait till he does a deep dive into the blades. I’ll be watching
Yeah he labeled personna comfort coat as med prep and that’s not true. Med prep’s are not comfort coat. He described the box right but he was doing a live shave. I get it, he’ll correct it when he does a full length in depth video of persona and Accutech.
💯 it's the best Razor for learning how to shave. if you do not get the correct angle, it does not cut. For your son just starting out he's going to have to learn what technique and this is the perfect Razor for it. Here's a link to get 100 free blades to help support the channel. Buy Direct and Save- 🇨🇦Henson Shaving Code: OHIO_SHAVES Free 100 RK razor blades, add them to the cart and it will be discounted at checkout 🔗hensonshaving.com/ Stainless steel handle: amzn.to/3xYL9jg
Have you done a video on how to travel and shave ; I do a lot of time camping (think soldier marine etc) I would to hear your thoughts on. “Operating” in that context assuming you have access to potable water and a heat source (if you have a jet boil)
I wanted to show how blooming water works great as well with a quality soap and brush. Using a pre Shave oil would have been another great laying of protection as well.
@@OhioShaves thanks...makes sense...I noticed you didn't spend much time developing lather in the soap tin. Just picking up enough to get it on the brush and build on your face. Seems to save a lot of soap.
How do lathering techniques vary when using a soap to using something like taylor of bond street sandalwood cream? Relatively new to wet shaving and just never seem to get the lather right or it dries out too fast...
Shaved this morning with a Good fellas Stiletto with Perma Sharp, Fine Aqua Marine soap. Finished with some Osage rub, and then some Florida Water splash. BBS, I needed a great shave after the last two being a little rough trying new things out. I find I can't quit rubbing my face when I get a BBS shave....lol
does the henson razor deliver a closer shave than the leaf thorn? I am currently using the twig, but i want a closer shave. i am considering switching to the leaf thorn, the henson, or a straight razor. i want no visible hair when im done. been binging all your videos, thx in advance.
So I tried The Rockwell 6c and I do love it but what would be the best closest shave for safety razor is my question that's what I want is a close shave and hope u are having a good night man 👍 again love your videos on UA-cam 😊
@@BrandoAE Depends on how coarse your facial hair is, what kind of blade you’re using and pairing it with the best razor to get the closest possible shave.
@@OhioShaves Thank you Matt, friends have been telling not to even think about using a straight edge because of the benign tremor and blood thinners. I justt have to watch your videos on his to shave with a straight edge, once so many thanks!
Too bad you haven't had a good shave until this video. I can't imagine going 7 days without shaving. As a daily shaver, I get mostly great shaves using the Rockwell 6S or the RazoRock Game Changer 68. Good luck with your next shave.
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I'm 65 years old - I just realized: No one ever taught me how to shave! Just smear on some shaving cream and drag a razor across my face. I just bought a Henson razor and I'm learning to do it right.
Super cool. Let us know about your first shave. It’ll be very interesting for other viewers to read your experience. Thanks for your support. It is greatly appreciated.
I’m 19 right now and normally don’t have to shave again for another 4-5 days again before I want it silky smooth which one should I get the regular one or the M one?
@@rusty2983 Yes. Buy Direct and Save- 🇨🇦Henson Shaving Code: OHIO_SHAVES Free 100 RK razor blades, add them to the cart and it will be discounted at checkout 🔗hensonshaving.com/
hey ohio shaves, im very new to double edged shaving and purchased a henson + along with personna blades but still always end up with some stubble after 2-3 passes. Do you think I need to move up to the henson ++ to get some of that stubble? Still learning the right technique and got a few razor bumps from bad technique
I would map out the hair that grows on your face meaning which direction it is growing. I would keep honing in on your technique before you jump up in aggression especially if you're still getting a few razor bumps. Like you said technique is the key.
I picked up the Henson ++ on Black Friday. I cannot get on with this razor. It’s too light for me and has never given me a great shave yet. I’ve tried multiple different blades to no avail. I’ll probably just sell it soon.
@@OhioShavesWhich of the 20+? Lol. I rotate between all of them. Many old Gillettes, T2, 6C, Yates, Razorock, Leaf, Twig, Thorn, Rex, etc. I usually don’t have any issues, but the Henson feels a little too inflexible with the set blade angle/exposure.
are the giveaways for the yates america razor and the rex envoy ever gonna get actually given away since the envoy is has been like 4+ months ago since the give away announcement and the yates merica like a month ago as i participated in both ive noticed there never was an actual giveaway unless i missed sometin ? i was just curious to know so i thought id ask
I don't make dedicated video for winners. I think that's stupid. I put them in my full lenth video's. If someone doesn't watch all my videos, then they're probably gonna miss out on winning. That's the whole point of giving a razor away for me is to get people to come back and keep watching all of my videos. Wouldn't you agree?@@unknownsecret8227
I watched your Henson medium/mild video already and keep going back and forth between the two. I don’t shave daily and have super coarse hair. Any insights?
I guess you gotta figure out how much you're spending right now on razors, and see if it makes sense for you. Over the course of one year I was spending at least that much but for me it was more. I had sensitive skin and disposable razors, gave me constant razor, burn and razor bumps using a safety razor has rectified the condition of my skin
I must say. The Rockwell did better. Baby Smooth had it set on 3 Treet Super Platinum Blade. Yes mild blade and setting. Then went to 5 on my neck. Smooooooooth.
I did upgrade my Henson mild but not my medium version. I don’t think the bevelled corners and longer drainage ports are worth the extra cost. Why not use the money to try (if you don’t have it already) the Rockwell 6C or the Leaf Twig, both of which are cheaper than a new Henson.
most safety razors are like a soccer ball. (futball to people outside the US). A good ball will help you dribble and you can't with a flat ball but you have to have the proper technique and practice
Henson doesn't work for me for some reason. I get really bad irritation after using it. Too much of blade feel for me. I have been using Merkur 34c and Futur and none of them give me irritation on face cheeks but Henson scratches my face really bad. I tried different blades too :(
A bit of an odd issue, but hear me out. I have been a racing cyclist for nearly 30 years, and shave my legs. Over the years I have had these solid little plugs from (I suspect) using a well known 5 blade cartridge shaver. My thoughts are using a DE razor will minimise this in the same way as those with sensitive facial skin seem to do better with a single blade razor. So, anyone tried a Henson for legs (or arms - maters with tattoos shave their arms too)?
I grew up fatherless and I’ve only really shaved with electric razors previously. I’m now learning how to shave with a merkur 34c with Astra platinum blades so videos like this help a lot. Thanks
@@OhioShavesI had my first shave with it today and it wasn’t terrible, 3 pass shave but I left lots of hair. It’s to be expected when starting out though. Will keep revisiting every 2-3 days. Shame I can’t get this razor in England as it seems like a good one to learn with but it also seems tough to cut myself with the merkur. Sorry to hear you’d not had a good shave until now but it’s understandable with it being the winter months
@@FKHAA if you are still within the return period for your 34c I would return it. It's an okay Razor. But as a guy with 5+ years of wet shaving there is much better. Obviously a razor isn't the final determiner of a good shave but it does matter. Ive had 15+ razors during this time and the Rockwell 6c is the best razor I've owned. It offers aggression levels from 1-6. I personally use the 5/6 plate but dang is it a smooth shaving razor. I have super coarse/thick hairs and it cuts through it cleanly. Please if you can give some more info on your soap/post shave routine maybe we can guide you further. God bless ❤️
I have never used the Merkur 34C but I heard it is a good razor for beginners. Like you, I started out with an Astra blade. My first DE was a Henson AL13 Mild (original version). It’s a great razor. I gave it to my nephew along with 80 blades to get him started. My only razor now is a Karve Overlander - aluminum. I like it just a bit more than my Henson. I highly recommend you try a sharper blade than the Astra. I now use Gillette Platinum blades and love them. They are sharper than Astra yet just as smooth. By changing the blade you use, it can really change how a razor shave. Moral of the story? Play around with the blade using the same razor to dial in what is best for you.
@@jhonayo4887 I’ll stick to the 34c to begin with but once I’m used to safety razor shaving I’d be interested in getting a 6c or 6s so I can mess with different plates My routine is as follows Hot shower Lather soap and apply (proraso sensitive and Simpson t3) WTG, XTG, ATG rinse off with cold water Rub shaved spots with alcohol free witch hazel Cooling aftershave balm and then normal moisturising routine
You should not put aluminum in ultrasonic cleaners. Pitting can take place on aluminum depending on frequency of the waves. Do not use aluminum in a cleaner below 78khz
I guess the blade experiments haven't worked out well. I've found the blade is the most important factor in shaving. Pairing it with a razor is the second step.
The RK blades that comes with it is the worst. Bought it with 100 extra blades and now I have 103 useless blades. Tried feathers and astra and they are so much better than RK
Gillette king c double edge razor ten pounds add Wilkinson sword soap in UK from home bargains 99 pence and 300 razor of your chosen brand. Be about 20 pound for 300 blades so 31 pounds to never worry again just what soap , scuttle, stropper ...... What I'm saying is be wise don't waste money on expensive tack no need
Sorry, man, badger brushes are not at all difficult to use. Some ppl prefer synthetics and some natural products but to say that there difficult is unfair imo. Silvertip badger are the height of luxury imo
@OhioShaves well I respectfully disagree. I got my first badger last year. The break in was like 30 minutes lol . And had loads of lather on the first try . Imo the only real difference is that you can't leave it wet after and that the badger holds the heat so it's warm on your face while you're lathering. You're actually the only person I've seen say that badgers were "difficult" ,that I can remember anyway . Hope you're not offended I do enjoy your channel keep it up :) cheers
@OhioShaves yes of course . Started with synthetic i only own 1 badger brush. I won't be going back to synthetics i don't think . If I did tho that t3 knot looks dope. Having the heat hold in the silvertip badger brush is a gamechanger imo. Feels amazing and continues to aid in softening the whiskers
It’s called a two pass shave. Many wet shavers do three passes to achieve a glass like shave or BBS “baby butt smooth”. With my technique I can do it in two with the right razor and blade combo
@@OhioShaves Something I will never do. I already hate shaving. 20 years ago I found a shaver that connects to the shower tap and runs the water into the shaver via a hose. The water shoots out between the blades of the Trac II blade. That works better than anything I ever tried. Rides on a cushion of water, No shaving cream, Never plugged up blades. I am spoiled now.
@billshiff2060 that’s great for you. Some shavers enjoy pampering their selfs by lathering up with a shave brush and enjoying the zen moment. It’s really relaxing and you get a very close shave. The post shave products used like thayers and some incredible aftershave makes a huge difference for your skin. But you be you, Bill
You’re so good to throw in the tip about full arm movements, not just flicking the razor with your wrist. When I started wet shaving I kept nicking my neck, for that reason. With a cartridge (especially one that flexes to keep the angle right) I would almost carelessly shave. With a DE I was being good about the angle, but my strokes were more similar to the cartridge style. Once I used a full arm movement my shaves got more comfortable and rarely nicked myself anymore.
Thanks for pointing that out. Glad I could help. Thanks for all your support.
Another great shave, man. One little "golden key" (if you will) to shaving that I've kept since I've discovered it has been something that's not even related to product. And that is water: cold water to be precise. Matt from Razor Emporium mentioned this a few times on some of his videos related to shaving with sensitive skin, and he tells a lot of his customers who might be getting a ton of irritation or other issues to do a cold water shave with EVERYTHING cold: wetting the brush, lathering the soap, wetting your face, cleaning the razor off between your cuts...everything. The only time you'd probably use hot water is to clean your brush, razor, & razor blade off at the end once you're done.
At first I was kind of skeptical, but I tried just shaving with cold water at first (with warm brush & warm lather)...and it was pretty awesome and my results improved. Then I switched to wetting brushes and lathering with cold water...and it has been nirvana ever since (well, mostly). Not every shave is the best, naturally, but my level of irritation has dramatically reduced between shaves and I CANNOT go back to hot shaves now; they irritate me so much. So maybe try a cold shave with everything cold for a few weeks and see how you feel! 😁
Yeah, it doesn’t work for me. I’ve tried it. I use Luke warm water and it’s the best for me. Cold water just destroys my neck when I’m shaving it. I need to loosen up my hairs and get them to stand straight up. Glad it works for you and others. Just not for everyone
@@OhioShaves -- Very true. Everyone is different. 😁
That fortnight experiment of cold water everything with only one pass every two days (from Matt at Razor Emporium) was what I mentioned to you in my comment on the phone-in video. So far, so good, but there are still two or three shaves to go.
I may still go back to your second pass against the grain on the lower neck technique if all-cold is inferior. The main variable so far seems to be how often one shaves.
BBS is an ideal, and most men can't do it without major irritation of some sort. I believe that a DFS is the realistic goal for most of us. The era of cartridge razors has made too many of us lazy, and your point about as few strokes as possible is well-stated.
I will ask skeptics of DE shaving about their making five passes with one stroke of their Mach V; they have no answer. 🤔
Iam 45 years old and all these years Iam using Gillette's disposable razors. I got fed up with those lately. Bad quality, harming the environment, not enough sharp and irritating my face a lot. I watched some of your videos about double edged razors and I ended up to purchase as a beginner a Henson a13 mild. When I will receive it and test it I will write my comment about that. Thank you for your good job and your passion about the wet shaving. Greetings from Greece.
That’s fantastic. Keep us updated
Any updates?
I have the mild Henson and I love it I no longer have what I call turkey red neck when I shave I am never going back to cartridge razor blades unless I travel by plane as only travel with carry on
@markhosbrough9180 great read 💈👍
Where's our update man?
I love the epic music when shaving lol
Thank you much
I want to thank you for all the great videos, especially the ones regarding Henson. My soon to be 17 year old nephew just started shaving. His deadbeat dad (a whole other story) just threw an electric at him and said "here you go." Poor kid is suffering from razor rash and ingrown hairs. And of course, since he's still a teen, he's having to fight that stuff alongside acne. I just ordered him a Henson mild in Blue, along with Cella's 'Bio' formula shaving cream and after shave splash and balm for sensitive skin, along with a nice boar brush to help him exfoliate as well as lather. Your videos helped me make that decision. I think the Henson mild with its built in angle will set him on the right path.
Good for you. That’s a great gift for a teen. Thanks for all your support
Great shave! Glad you got outta there nice and clean with with no nicks. The Henson is such a great razor with its angle feedback. Not only do you see soap trails when the angle is off but it also goes silent. Both visual and audio cues with that thing. Can't go wrong. Congrats to the giveaway winner!
Thanks brother
Your recommendation for the parker alum block has been the biggest game changer for me. It helps clear up any redness so quickly
Im glad you picked it up. 💈👍
This Christmas I replaced my Merkur 34C. I had heard of the Henson and that is what made me find you. I was looking up reviews and ended up getting the AL13 mild, a Leaf Twig and a Rockwell 6C (can't pass up the Christmas sale price). So far one of my problems is the Henson is almost perfect. I keep wanting to shave with it. I am planning to force (yes force) myself to use the Twig during Feb and probably use the Rockwell during March. Also thanks for the blade reviews. I stuck with the Astra greens for a year and just started picking up some other blades and honestly they make an unbelievable difference. The tugging I get from an Astra in the old Merkur 34C kept making me thing the blade was dulling after one use. For some odd reason the Astras give me a tugging pulling sensation. I guess we all have blades that work or don't. Anyway checked out the Feathers, Nacets and Personna Comforts and all are giving an easy 5 shaves per blade. I am automatically cycling out a blade after 5 shaves but could probably get more. Thanks again for your videos. They are informative and you have a way that makes me feel like you are trying to sell anything while also not just watching someone shave. There is always some gem in the conversation that keeps me hooked. Don't change your format cause it works like no other.
That was a great review. Thanks for the encouragement.
and what is the best one? Henson, twig or rockwell6c?
D. All of the above
@@Shamoneee If you added a Timeless TI68 you would have my favorite four. I always have a blade in the Twig just to get in close around my nose no matter what I use. However I will admit the Henson is just slightly better for me than the Rockwell. Basically I get more perfect shaves out of the Henson. However the Rockwell does a great job and you can set the plates to your blade and how much growth you want to take off. Of those three you can't go wrong with whatever you pick. I honestly can recommend all three of them.
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The fact that you’re a Munson fan, takes this video to the next step! BTW, great review and explanations.
I know his son and daughter. Great family
Hopefully you continue to have good shaves. I always want people to get a great shave. From your video, I think that I have to go back to basics.
I appreciate that! The basic fundamentals of shaving help me finally get a perfect shave for 2024.
i've still got to get my face lathering game anywhere near your caliber, but i'm getting to the point where my scream finder (alum block) doesn't get nearly as many hits as it used to. So happy with my henson TI in mild. i usually do the weekly shave so a medium might be on order soon. Thayers, alum block, preshave oil, good soaps, lots of hydration, Nivea stuff, good DE blades, all things i've learned from this channel (and not in that order) really love the Thayers part of the routine, nice and refreshing.
Thanks for sharing. Glad I could help out.
Great video effects! Love it!!!
Thanks so much!
Love my Henson. Always get a good shave, hits my tough areas
Nice
Which Henson you have (Mild, med, aggr)?
I went with the mild, I also use Mekur 34 c and Edwin jagger 3 one 6 which is very aggressive on my face. The mild Henson has been a good addition in my rotation
Great video!! Glad you finally got a good shave and congrats to Steve!
Thanks 👍
Great vid as always Henson looks amazing. Liked the use of the Comic theme in your translations. Also, background music was great. Skills are improving. Keep ‘em coming!1
Thanks! Will do!
I was in the same boat had a lot of irritation up until today I finally had a good shave used the henson + with a gillette platinum blade. I used the proraso preshave and let the sit for a couple minutes and got that good shave
NIce. Great, set up. Thanks for your support
Thank you, I appreciate your effort to respond to so many of us. I did pick the rockwell T2 in gunmetal and get great shaves but sometimes the henson is just the one to go to for a really good shave
Great vid. I’ve had poor experiences with my AL13 recently (after excellent results when I first got it) and it has got little use in the rotation for a few months now. This vid has motivated me to give it a go tomorrow, and concentrate on my technique as it is slightly different to most other safety razors. I think I just got a bit sloppy and your vid has prompted me to pay attention! Hopefully I can fall in love with the AL13 again 🤞🪒
Great to hear!
@@OhioShaves Success! I paid attention and got an excellent shave today. Gotta remember that every razor has its own character.
That’s fantastic. 💈👍
I went crazy and bought a 💩ton of razors. I find myself always going back to my Henson for my most comfortable shave. I love my Yates Winning and 921 but they are both more aggressive than my Henson. These three razors I’ve mentioned are easily my favorites out of the 25 I own.
Great choice
Which razor blade do you use for the hensen ?
Personna comfort coat blades
This was a month ago, I’m now up to 41 razors. 🤣🤣
Rabbit Hole. It happens 👍
Excellent video!!👏👏
Thank you! 😃
Great video the Henson ++ is my favorite razor I think we forget the basics chasing the perfect shave looking forward to a video on the sonic cleaner I’ve thought about getting one but not sure I’d use it much looking forward to your opinion
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Great razor, great video ! I also can't handle a lot of strokes on my neck, that's why I always got razor burn with 5 blade carts. The Henson always gives me a great shave, even when I am recovering from a bad shave. If I ever have a bad shave or an "over-shave" I use my Henson because it is mild and efficient.
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Wonderful shave 🎉🎉🎉
Thank you much
I liked your 'Squeeze The Knot' move. I'm stealing that. 😇
I have similar issues getting a good shave. Lucky for me it was easy to troubleshoot. You see, I was trying different blades on a daily basis in one of my open comb Gillette's. Seems to be a little too aggressive for me and combined with the blade changes it started to get bad around day 5. Like you, I decided to go back to basics. Took four days off from shaving to let my face recover a bit and then, switched to my Gillette Fatboy 'goto' razor and my standard blade and all is back to being right in the universe.
I also found out that my face does not like warm water when shaving. Nothing but cold water for this guy.
Great video. May your shaves be A-mazing!!!!
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I'm a HUGH fanboy of Henson razors.Great content brother. 👍🏼
Me too brother. Thanks for sharing
I do have a problem with the weight, and I got the mild one (+) and what I learned is that mild razor does not work for me who shave once 2-3 days, with a coarse stubble. It just take too much time and more pressure which in turn causes more irritations.
Thanks for sharing. What's your goatee razor?
The Henson mild (+) is aimed at people with very light beard growth plus head and body shaving. The medium (++) is better for most beards except coarse ones, for which the HENSON +++ model is better - or the Rockwell 6 S/C on a high plate (such as 5 or 6).
I have very course sensitive skin and the medium aggression is the best. The plus plus plus is not a very good shave. At least for me. I would step up to a Rockwell razor instead of suggesting that one.@@petekadenz2466
@@petekadenz2466 yeah, my rookie knownledge thought that the mild razor would helps with the nick and weepers that I got from shaving, turns out it was technique after all.
Good shave. Sometimes yuh just gotta use what you know works for you and enjoy the shave. While experimentation and trying all these different products is fun, sometimes yuh just need a good, fun, relaxing shave.
Well said!
Nice shave. Lately I've been using the 6 plate with the grain and the 3 plate against the grain with my Rockwell and getting great shaves. I must say I want to shave with my Henson ++ after watching this video.
Both are fantastic razors. Thanks for your support.
I’ll have to try that on my neck with my Rockwell. That and the fewer strokes. Sometimes my neck is fine. Other times it’s a bunch of razor burn.
Hey Dave,
Great talking to you the other day on your Live Cast. I’m still curious how much more aggressive the Medium Henson is compared to my Mild… After I figure that question out, I’ll probably lock-in that specific aggression in a Titanium Henson…forever!
Speaking of razors…even your razor likes to GO BLUE! 🔵🟡〽️😂
Until the next, take it easy and keep releasing great videos!
I'm watching Detroit pound all over the 49ers right now. I'm rooting for you. The titanium Henson is more aggressive than the aluminum models. I have the mild titanium and it feels like the medium AL 13. On a Rockwell I would say it's a 3 setting. I don't recommend the plus plus plus version. The razor is all out of whack and it's not a good shave. You're looking for aggressive I would look at a different razor
@@OhioShaves Yeah, it’s been a long while since Detroit had a winning team (Hence why I’m a Steelers fan of the ‘70’s).
I have no problem with the Henson Mild, but if I could dial-up the aggressiveness just a hair (pun intended) it would be my ideal razor; which the Henson Titanium in Mild sounds like it would fit that bill nicely; according to your analysis and advice. I want to be absolutely sure before plunking down $250 for a razor! 😅 And don’t worry, I’m not going for the +++. That along sounds crazy aggressive.
Thanks for the responding, and the advice!
There is no returns for the titanium just so you know upfront. Too many people were probably returning them. Just wanted to try an expensive razor. Now they accept no returns on the titanium. Little weird.@@ejones7589
@@OhioShaves Thanks for the heads-up! I’ll probably choose the Titanium in Mild as you suggested.
Thanks again! 🪒
Thanks for the video I stocked up on the Astra's so I have a few before my store ran out. Thought I'd try the comfort coats and they are a great blade. Sharper than the Astra's by a bit but just as smooth. The blade razor combination is the most important thing if I find a blade that works in a razor I don't change it unless I am using the T2 cause I can adjust to the blade. Glad you got a good shave mate surprised there was no irritation with multiple days growth.
Good call!
David, nice video of going back to basics. The problem with buying blades on Amazon is the possibility of getting counterfeits. I bought the Personna Comfort Coats on Amazon and they were absolutely unusable. After trying several from different parts of the package, I had to trash them. I would recommend blade be purchased from verifiable on-line vendors. Smooth shaves buddy.
I haven’t heard anyone complain about the link by list below. It’s the actual vendor I bought my blades from. I would definitely report that person to Amazon. They’re pretty persistent about removing phonies.
Can someone explain me the whole thing with glue or no glue on the blade? Since the glue is not on the cutting area how does it affect the save?
The glue can cause a misalignment, and or a bigger, blade gap. Which whoever engineered the razor you're using can takes it out of spec
I need to pick up some Shannon Soaps...looking at their website, scents and price points they look amazing. Another great thing about traditional means, one soap will last longer and at the price point companies like Shannon, Stirling, some of the A&E, soaps have will ultimately be cheaper than the canned gunk at their price points over the same period of time.
Might have to break out my Henson for my next razor rotation, but having a hard time putting that Syntesi down. Need to get another Simpson brush to. Put my other one into my travel kit. Only brush I've found so far that has the backbone and bristle strength I like.
Good video. Going back to what one's comfortable with is always nice to have in the back pocket when needed.
💯. Thanks for your support brother.
I have two Hensens! Love em.
Great razor. Which two?
What were the two razors that gave you the bad or so--so shaves this year, so far?
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Amazing
Thank you! Cheers!
Great video. I've watched all the others you have on the Henson and the Rockwell 6c and 6s. You've probably been asked 100 times, but if you could only choose one for a daily razor which would it be? I got the Henson when it first came out(mild) and it absolutely tears me up with any blade. Should I get the revised version in medium ++ or the Rockwell 6s?
6S
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@OhioShaves thanks for the speedy response, brother!
I just got my best shave from a permasharp leaf twig combo. I still haven’t tried all my sampler blades but it’d be hard to imagine any would be better than the permasharp. Now I’m on the fence on whether I should just buy 100 now or not because I believe permasharp like Astra is going to India and there aren’t many available. 😅
I would stock up now. I'll trade is cut off from Russia
After you load the Simpsons brush with soap, could you use a lather bowl to build the lather, then use your brush to paint in on your face?
Absolutely you can definitely bowl lather after loading your brush in the soap
Can't beat the basics! Do you ever go back to the merkur 34c?
I do. I like this razor because it is a lot easier for beginners. I learned from it myself and think it’s a great razor👍
A hot towel will improve your results 100%! Only trouble is you have to get some hotter-than-tap-water hot water so that means an electric kettle. There's plenty of shave towel products to review and recommend as well!
Great tip. I'll look into it.
Great video and shave. Have you heard anything about Personna Comfort Coat blades being renamed to Accuthrive like the some of the other Personna blades? I have a sonic cleaner and it does a great job of cleaning my razors. Have a great week. 👍
I watched Matt over at razor Emporium do his live shave Friday, but I still see them available on Amazon. I can’t wait till he does a deep dive into the blades. I’ll be watching
@@OhioShaves the comfort coat work great for me in my 6s and the Personna platinum work great for me in my Yates Merica. I also watched Matt's video.
Yeah he labeled personna comfort coat as med prep and that’s not true. Med prep’s are not comfort coat. He described the box right but he was doing a live shave. I get it, he’ll correct it when he does a full length in depth video of persona and Accutech.
I am looking at a razor for my 15 yo son. You seem to really love the henson, is it the way to go for him?
💯 it's the best Razor for learning how to shave. if you do not get the correct angle, it does not cut. For your son just starting out he's going to have to learn what technique and this is the perfect Razor for it. Here's a link to get 100 free blades to help support the channel. Buy Direct and Save-
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Thank you so much!
Have you done a video on how to travel and shave ; I do a lot of time camping (think soldier marine etc) I would to hear your thoughts on. “Operating” in that context assuming you have access to potable water and a heat source (if you have a jet boil)
I don't do much camping. What are your thoughts? Or would you mind sharing?
Good stuff...glad you got a clean shave...so rewarding. Why no shave oil?
I wanted to show how blooming water works great as well with a quality soap and brush. Using a pre Shave oil would have been another great laying of protection as well.
@@OhioShaves thanks...makes sense...I noticed you didn't spend much time developing lather in the soap tin. Just picking up enough to get it on the brush and build on your face. Seems to save a lot of soap.
Yes, a lot of people wasted by scooping it out and putting it in the bowl. No need to do that. That lather was thick and creamy.@@mattmohi970
@@OhioShaves I'm wondering if your razor or putter collection is larger?
🤣I only have one putter. I giveaway all my used equipment to friends. I think they just like me because they always get free shit from me🤣
How do lathering techniques vary when using a soap to using something like taylor of bond street sandalwood cream? Relatively new to wet shaving and just never seem to get the lather right or it dries out too fast...
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Shaved this morning with a Good fellas Stiletto with Perma Sharp, Fine Aqua Marine soap. Finished with some Osage rub, and then some Florida Water splash. BBS, I needed a great shave after the last two being a little rough trying new things out. I find I can't quit rubbing my face when I get a BBS shave....lol
Great razor as well. It’s a great feeling getting BBS shaves
does the henson razor deliver a closer shave than the leaf thorn? I am currently using the twig, but i want a closer shave. i am considering switching to the leaf thorn, the henson, or a straight razor. i want no visible hair when im done. been binging all your videos, thx in advance.
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So I tried The Rockwell 6c and I do love it but what would be the best closest shave for safety razor is my question that's what I want is a close shave and hope u are having a good night man 👍 again love your videos on UA-cam 😊
Not sure, I understand the question?
@@OhioShavessorry about that I meant to say what is the closest shave for a safety razor.
@@BrandoAE Depends on how coarse your facial hair is, what kind of blade you’re using and pairing it with the best razor to get the closest possible shave.
Hi Matt,
Question i have a benign hand tremor and I'm on blood thinners, does that preclude me from shaving with a straight razor? Thank you Matt!
I don’t think so. I have a friend of mine that uses the leaf twig every day and he’s on blood thinners.
@@OhioShaves Thank you Matt, friends have been telling not to even think about using a straight edge because of the benign tremor and blood thinners. I justt have to watch your videos on his to shave with a straight edge, once so many thanks!
Too bad you haven't had a good shave until this video. I can't imagine going 7 days without shaving. As a daily shaver, I get mostly great shaves using the Rockwell 6S or the RazoRock Game Changer 68. Good luck with your next shave.
Thank you much
nice video👍
Thank you 👍
Which Henson would you recommend for someone with real sensitive skin? It hurts to shave my mustache area with most razors.
I'm a big fan of the mild and that's my recommendation.
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I'm 65 years old - I just realized: No one ever taught me how to shave! Just smear on some shaving cream and drag a razor across my face. I just bought a Henson razor and I'm learning to do it right.
Super cool. Let us know about your first shave. It’ll be very interesting for other viewers to read your experience. Thanks for your support. It is greatly appreciated.
I’m 19 right now and normally don’t have to shave again for another 4-5 days again before I want it silky smooth which one should I get the regular one or the M one?
Mild
@@OhioShaves so that would just be the regular AL13 and not the AL13-M, correct?
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hey ohio shaves, im very new to double edged shaving and purchased a henson + along with personna blades but still always end up with some stubble after 2-3 passes. Do you think I need to move up to the henson ++ to get some of that stubble? Still learning the right technique and got a few razor bumps from bad technique
I would map out the hair that grows on your face meaning which direction it is growing. I would keep honing in on your technique before you jump up in aggression especially if you're still getting a few razor bumps. Like you said technique is the key.
I picked up the Henson ++ on Black Friday. I cannot get on with this razor. It’s too light for me and has never given me a great shave yet. I’ve tried multiple different blades to no avail. I’ll probably just sell it soon.
What's your go to daily razor?
@@OhioShavesWhich of the 20+? Lol. I rotate between all of them. Many old Gillettes, T2, 6C, Yates, Razorock, Leaf, Twig, Thorn, Rex, etc. I usually don’t have any issues, but the Henson feels a little too inflexible with the set blade angle/exposure.
are the giveaways for the yates america razor and the rex envoy ever gonna get actually given away since the envoy is has been like 4+ months ago since the give away announcement and the yates merica like a month ago as i participated in both ive noticed there never was an actual giveaway unless i missed sometin ? i was just curious to know so i thought id ask
You missed something. Rex Envoy winner was RCG811 was shipped 3 months ago. The Merica giveaway is still open
@@OhioShaves ah ok my bad as i didnt see any follow up video with the winner announcement like im used to , its all good congratz to the winner.
I don't make dedicated video for winners. I think that's stupid. I put them in my full lenth video's. If someone doesn't watch all my videos, then they're probably gonna miss out on winning. That's the whole point of giving a razor away for me is to get people to come back and keep watching all of my videos. Wouldn't you agree?@@unknownsecret8227
Could you pls recommend me the most suitable Henson safety razor for an every day shave?
I prefer the mild
@@OhioShaves thank you very much mate!
Do you still have your titanium Henson? Haven't seen you show that one Ina while
I do. I'll put up a video soon. Probably give it away as well.
@OhioShaves o really how come do you enjoy the aluminum more than the titanium?
The titanium is a completely different razor. It shaves better than the aluminum. The price point on the aluminum is perfect. @@Cujo505420
You do head shave videos?
Sure do
I watched your Henson medium/mild video already and keep going back and forth between the two. I don’t shave daily and have super coarse hair. Any insights?
Take the guest work out and buy the medium. That way you’ll never wonder. Both are smooth, shaving razors, and great for beginners
@@OhioShaves What are you favorite shaving creams? Aftershaves? Etc.
Want to try using a safety razor but the henson is so expensive. Not sure if I am willing to drop so much money on something I have never used.
I guess you gotta figure out how much you're spending right now on razors, and see if it makes sense for you. Over the course of one year I was spending at least that much but for me it was more. I had sensitive skin and disposable razors, gave me constant razor, burn and razor bumps using a safety razor has rectified the condition of my skin
A Few days ago I finally received my Gillette slim adjustable from Razor Emporium. The Most amazing razor I have used so far.
Great to hear! VeryNice. What's your favorite number?
@@OhioShaves 6🙂
@@OhioShaves 6🙂
I did the same. Then went to my Rockwell T2SS
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I must say. The Rockwell did better. Baby Smooth had it set on 3 Treet Super Platinum Blade. Yes mild blade and setting. Then went to 5 on my neck. Smooooooooth.
I have the Henson Medium V1. Is it worth upgrading to V2?
Not sure I have only used version two
I did upgrade my Henson mild but not my medium version. I don’t think the bevelled corners and longer drainage ports are worth the extra cost. Why not use the money to try (if you don’t have it already) the Rockwell 6C or the Leaf Twig, both of which are cheaper than a new Henson.
The knurled parts help with grip - earlier Henson (I have one) I dropped and grabbed on the wrong side and cut my hand
most safety razors are like a soccer ball. (futball to people outside the US). A good ball will help you dribble and you can't with a flat ball but you have to have the proper technique and practice
Great way to put it
I seem to not b able to give away my henson ive advertised everywhere, vintage gillettes anyday
Not a problem here
Will we ever see you fully clean shaven? (Like withouth the goatee)
No, you won’t. I’ve had so many stitches put in my chin as a kid that I actually cover it up with facial hair.
Henson doesn't work for me for some reason. I get really bad irritation after using it. Too much of blade feel for me. I have been using Merkur 34c and Futur and none of them give me irritation on face cheeks but Henson scratches my face really bad. I tried different blades too :(
thanks for sharing
A bit of an odd issue, but hear me out. I have been a racing cyclist for nearly 30 years, and shave my legs. Over the years I have had these solid little plugs from (I suspect) using a well known 5 blade cartridge shaver. My thoughts are using a DE razor will minimise this in the same way as those with sensitive facial skin seem to do better with a single blade razor. So, anyone tried a Henson for legs (or arms - maters with tattoos shave their arms too)?
Thanks for sharing. Plenty of people use the Henson for shaving their body with excellent results.
I grew up fatherless and I’ve only really shaved with electric razors previously. I’m now learning how to shave with a merkur 34c with Astra platinum blades so videos like this help a lot. Thanks
Thanks brother. How’s it going with your 34C. One of my favorite razors as well.
@@OhioShavesI had my first shave with it today and it wasn’t terrible, 3 pass shave but I left lots of hair. It’s to be expected when starting out though. Will keep revisiting every 2-3 days. Shame I can’t get this razor in England as it seems like a good one to learn with but it also seems tough to cut myself with the merkur. Sorry to hear you’d not had a good shave until now but it’s understandable with it being the winter months
@@FKHAA if you are still within the return period for your 34c I would return it. It's an okay Razor. But as a guy with 5+ years of wet shaving there is much better. Obviously a razor isn't the final determiner of a good shave but it does matter. Ive had 15+ razors during this time and the Rockwell 6c is the best razor I've owned. It offers aggression levels from 1-6. I personally use the 5/6 plate but dang is it a smooth shaving razor. I have super coarse/thick hairs and it cuts through it cleanly. Please if you can give some more info on your soap/post shave routine maybe we can guide you further. God bless ❤️
I have never used the Merkur 34C but I heard it is a good razor for beginners. Like you, I started out with an Astra blade. My first DE was a Henson AL13 Mild (original version). It’s a great razor. I gave it to my nephew along with 80 blades to get him started. My only razor now is a Karve Overlander - aluminum. I like it just a bit more than my Henson. I highly recommend you try a sharper blade than the Astra. I now use Gillette Platinum blades and love them. They are sharper than Astra yet just as smooth. By changing the blade you use, it can really change how a razor shave. Moral of the story? Play around with the blade using the same razor to dial in what is best for you.
@@jhonayo4887 I’ll stick to the 34c to begin with but once I’m used to safety razor shaving I’d be interested in getting a 6c or 6s so I can mess with different plates
My routine is as follows
Hot shower
Lather soap and apply (proraso sensitive and Simpson t3)
WTG, XTG, ATG
rinse off with cold water
Rub shaved spots with alcohol free witch hazel
Cooling aftershave balm and then normal moisturising routine
Enjoy
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#OHIO SHAVES TIMELESS
Wrong video
You should not put aluminum in ultrasonic cleaners. Pitting can take place on aluminum depending on frequency of the waves. Do not use aluminum in a cleaner below 78khz
We're good
I guess the blade experiments haven't worked out well.
I've found the blade is the most important factor in shaving.
Pairing it with a razor is the second step.
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A razor for people that have nothing else to do but shave
it's a great razor
The RK blades that comes with it is the worst. Bought it with 100 extra blades and now I have 103 useless blades. Tried feathers and astra and they are so much better than RK
They're a little too mild for me as well
Gillette king c double edge razor ten pounds add Wilkinson sword soap in UK from home bargains 99 pence and 300 razor of your chosen brand. Be about 20 pound for 300 blades so 31 pounds to never worry again just what soap , scuttle, stropper ...... What I'm saying is be wise don't waste money on expensive tack no need
Great deals. Thanks for letting the viewers known.
How many Personna do you own? 😂
I just ordered a bunch more 🤣
Sorry, man, badger brushes are not at all difficult to use. Some ppl prefer synthetics and some natural products but to say that there difficult is unfair imo. Silvertip badger are the height of luxury imo
Synthetics are easier to use plain and simple. There is no break-in Period. A beginner can get a perfect lather the first time and focus on Shaving
@OhioShaves well I respectfully disagree. I got my first badger last year. The break in was like 30 minutes lol . And had loads of lather on the first try . Imo the only real difference is that you can't leave it wet after and that the badger holds the heat so it's warm on your face while you're lathering. You're actually the only person I've seen say that badgers were "difficult" ,that I can remember anyway . Hope you're not offended I do enjoy your channel keep it up :) cheers
Have you tried a synthetic brush?
@OhioShaves yes of course . Started with synthetic i only own 1 badger brush. I won't be going back to synthetics i don't think . If I did tho that t3 knot looks dope. Having the heat hold in the silvertip badger brush is a gamechanger imo. Feels amazing and continues to aid in softening the whiskers
Im not paying 70 bucks for that
Okay
You are shaving TWICE for 1 shave??? I'll never do that. What a waste of time.
It’s called a two pass shave. Many wet shavers do three passes to achieve a glass like shave or BBS “baby butt smooth”. With my technique I can do it in two with the right razor and blade combo
@@OhioShaves Something I will never do. I already hate shaving. 20 years ago I found a shaver that connects to the shower tap and runs the water into the shaver via a hose. The water shoots out between the blades of the Trac II blade. That works better than anything I ever tried. Rides on a cushion of water, No shaving cream, Never plugged up blades. I am spoiled now.
@billshiff2060 that’s great for you. Some shavers enjoy pampering their selfs by lathering up with a shave brush and enjoying the zen moment. It’s really relaxing and you get a very close shave. The post shave products used like thayers and some incredible aftershave makes a huge difference for your skin. But you be you, Bill
I went back to the twig and the leaf on my head. 🧼🪒👍🏻
Great razors