Straight Razor for Shaving?

[Blue Jays]

For a double-edge razor my favorite replacement blades include:

• KAI Razor stainless (Japan)
• Astra Superior Platinum (Russia)
• Feather New Hi-Stainless (Japan)

Feather blades are remarkably sharp, in fact honed so sharp, they are realistically good for two shaves.
KAI and Astra are both extremely sharp yet have a bit more strength and durability than Feather models.

Do meticulous skin prep anywhere being shaved. Let weight of razor do the work, no need to press hard.
Resist urge to dwell on same area. Simply re-lather and do careful and methodic "second pass" everywhere.

 

[The Black Prince]

I recommend regiment shaving soap. I have been using a Hoffritz Slant with feather blades for a few years now and have really liked the shave. I find myself bleeding too much with straight razors.

 

[Double_J]

Here is the shave soap I have been using for the past few years.

Henry Cavendish Lavender Shaving Soap with Shea Butter & Coconut Oil. 3.8 oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015S8KVYS/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_YWCW3F4XXNVYJEERHES4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Zaydok Allen]

Gotta say I’m pretty impressed with the Feather blades. 8 days in, still on the first blade.

I think I just saved myself a small fortune