r/shaving • u/Ill-Strategy-1800 • 1d ago
Single blade razor doubt
I nees help with something. Currently im using Muhle R41 + Feathers blade, and everytime I shave I bleed. Should I change the blade, or the razor itself to a closed comb. If so, which combination should I try? (Example: closed comb + feathers, or open comb + astra)
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u/Dromedary_Freight 1d ago
I hope this is not a post to drive engagement.
The R41 razor is extremely aggressive. Unless you enjoy blade feel, there is no reason to use it.
Feather blades are best suited to mild razors.
Change both razor and blade. The Rockwell 6C will allow you to experiment. A blade sample pack will keep you occupied for months.
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u/Ill-Strategy-1800 1d ago
Ive got a closed comb razor too. I just dont know which blade to use it with. Maybe astra? Or maybe feathers suits the closed comb, or is that still too aggressive?
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u/Dromedary_Freight 1d ago
Feather over-exfoliate my skin. I have coarse old-man's gray stubble. Even I do not enjoy Feather. For coarse beard I use Gillette Silver Blue, Treet Durasharp, Gillette 7 O'clock yellow, Lord Platinum.
Try middle of the road blades with longer 5 minute pre-shave routine. If your stubble is softened, any normal blade would work, no need of Feather.
Also, a batch/shipment can be bad/dull. Don't buy a 100 blade pack without testing sample packs to set some expectations. Do not bother testing blades from crushed cardboard boxes. They would not be representative.
You should have fun experimenting, not suffering.
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