Question for the Blokes - which shaver?

I have used a Wilkinson Sword Quatro Titanium wet shave razor for years, and have always been happy with the results.

However for a few months now i cannot get the clean shave i used to be able to achieve.

Left wondering if the quality has dropped, or if my stubble is just that bit harder to shave.


So does anyone have a recommendation based on what you are currently using. ?

Re: Question for the Blokes - which shaver?

Hi Nom i use BIC 1 sensitive disposable razors never had any problems with them always get a good shave.☺

Re: Question for the Blokes - which shaver?

I use Gillette Sensor Excel or Gillette Mach 3 and I have tried both the disposable and cartridge type.

I re-use the 'disposable' ones as I just clean them after each shave with a hot shower and I find they last just as long but with the added benefit of not worrying if you lose any.

I also don't shave against the grain unless I am on a night out or somewhere else where I want to look my best. On top of that I only shave about once a week - shave too often and your hair seems to grow thicker so it's always good to let it have a full growth cycle at least once a month.

Re: Question for the Blokes - which shaver?

I have always wet shaved and the cost of blades has become stupid. I want a shave that is like a baby bum,not a second mortgage to buy blades to leave me with stubble.

Re: Question for the Blokes - which shaver?

Good point Azz, while in hospital i shaved daily, i also used the hot water method to clean my blades.

Doc ive tried disposables but im a bit of a Desperate Dan type face so never quite touched it.

Ive tried several times to grow a full set during the Winter months, cant get past the itchy and scratchy phase.

Re: Question for the Blokes - which shaver?

Got to agree with you OG becoming a rip off and silly prices.

Re: Question for the Blokes - which shaver?

Mmm I am offended now what about ladies legs ...
I prefer a wet shave not one of those electric things which rip instead of cutting.

The same goes for my men, a wet shave please not electric stubble but preferably no shaving at all I love beards .

Re: Question for the Blokes - which shaver?

Shaving with a blade can make me sore, so I use a Philips electric shaver. It gets close enough for me.

Edit: Mrs mart doesn't mind it Meg. I had a beard for many years and she quite liked it too but I got fed up with it.

Re: Question for the Blokes - which shaver?

You'll see from my avatar that I have a full beard, but I still have to keep it trimmed round the edges. I've always used a wet shave with a double edged safety razor and a badger hair brush. I like a razor with a good weight and feel and preferrably a 'butterfly' mechanism.

Blades need not be expensive. I buy Wilkinsons sword from eBay in packs of 100 (20 x packs of 5). price is very reasonable.

I loathe these plastic disposable ones.

Re: Question for the Blokes - which shaver?

oooo I love a good beard