Double Edge razor blades

What are Double Edge razor blades?

Previously, men used the open razor. Not everyone was useful in handling this razor. They often led themselves to an experienced barber. At the beginning of 1900, Gillette received the patent for the current Double Edge disposable shear knife and the corresponding razor holder: the Safety Razor. Because the Gillette razor became part of the standard equipment of the US Army during the 1st World War, the Double Edge Shaving Mess system became a huge success worldwide.

The Double Edge knife is flat, rectangular and has cutting edges on both long side. The blade cuts on two sides: Double Edge. The dimensions are universal: manufacturers use various metal alloys, coatings and sharpening techniques to produce the most optimal razor blade. You stuck the razor blade into the razor's shaving head.

Which Double Edge razor blade buy for your razor?

All Double Edge razor blades are standard (universal) and fit into any classic safety shear. So for example the Muhle of Feather razor blade also fits in the Safety Razors of Edwin Jagger or Merkur. The various brands of razor blades do have different shaving properties: from mild to medium and super sharp. The derby razor blades are mildly sharp. The Merkur de knives are sharp medium and the Japanese feather blades are known as razor-sharp. The choice for your favorite knife is therefore personal and depending on the type of skin and beard.

If you have sensitive or vulnerable skin or very light beard growth, you will benefit greatly from mildly sharp blades. In the event of normal beard growth you can easily shave with medium to sharp razor blades. In the event of a stiff and heavy beard growth you probably prefer a nice and sharp and aggressive knife. Which razor blade suits you is a matter of trial and error.

Why buy Double Edge razor blades?

99% of our customers transferring from the modern cartridge razor to the Double Edge razor indicate that it shaves very comfortably, efficiently and smoothly. The loose de slices cost € 0.25 each on average. So you will save a lot of money on an annual basis compared to the modern shaving message systems of the well -known brands. In addition, you have much fewer problems with shaving irritations, such as a poor or burning sensation and ingrown beard hairs. Because it is a universal system and the various razor brands have different shaving properties, you can very well put together the right combination and tune it to your skin and beard. Finally, it is much more sustainable and environmentally friendly than the modern throwing blades. The Double Edge knife only consists of metal. The modern Catridge blades usually consist of different materials, such as metal and plastic.

How do I shave razor blades with Double Edge?

Shaving with the safety shear is not difficult. Many of our customers who switch from the modern cartridge razor to the Double Edge razor indicate that you are mastering within one week. First soap the skin well with shaving foam. Place the blade in the shaving head and clamp it. Hold the razor light and smooth between thumb and forefinger at the top of the handle. Use the razor at an angle of approximately 30 degrees compared to the skin. Let the razor do its job: do not put pressure and shave with calm movements. First shave with the beard hair and possibly then against the beard hair direction in Shaeren. If you are going to shave against the hair direction, you should hold the handle with two or three fingers at the bottom of the handle as much as possible.

Rinse the razor and shaving head regularly during shaving. After use, thoroughly clean the razor. Do not hesitate the razor on a hard surface. Finally, storage the razor out of reach of children.

Brands Double Edge razor blades

The overview of the different razor blades and the corresponding information about the quality and sharpness below (through★) and shaving properties. A ★ is mildly sharp, ★★ is sharp and ★★★ means extremely sharp.

Mildly sharp and forgiving, suitable for the starting shaving and light/normal beard growth (number of shaves: 2-4):
★ Derby
★ Timor

Sharp and forgiving, suitable for the starting shaving and normal/heavy beard growth (number of shaves: 4-6):
★★ Brandur
★★ Mühle
★★ Persona

Extremely sharp, suitable for the experienced shaving and heavy beard growth (number of shaves: 7-10):
★★★ Feather