Amazon.com: Customer reviews: Straight Edge Razor with 100 Single Derby Straight Razor Blades-Barber Straight Razor-Close Shaving Manual Shaver-Disposable Straight Razor Blades (Matte Black Razor w/Black 100 Derby Blades)

Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2024

Color: Titanium Blue w/ 100 derby premium bladesVerified Purchase

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This razor is phenomenal. I give it five stars because I do love this razor. I absolutely love the material, the weight, the way that it glides against the skin and is very good about not causing irritation to the skin. But I was disappointed that the closing clasp fell off within two days of having the razor. The pin that secures the closing clasp to the razor fell out the second day I had the razor. Also wish It had a tensioning screw to adjust the tension of opening and closing the razor. The tension on it started off perfectly exactly how I like it but within a couple uses ended up loosening up. every time you close the razor the closing clasp doesn’t fit into the slot so when you close the razor it opens up the closing clasp. If those few things were fixed, it would be the perfect razor for every Barber beginner too expert.

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Jay

Convenient

Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2024

Color: Matte Black Razor w/ Black 100 Derby BladesVerified Purchase

I use this all the time whenever I get a new cut.

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Lalalalisa

Works fine for beginners trying out something close enough to straight razors

Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2024

Color: Steel Razor w/ 100 Derby Premium BladesVerified Purchase

I got this to slowly inch towards using a straight razor but funny thing is I ended up with more knicks and cuts using this than the straight razor which is more dangerous. This helped give me an idea how to use a straight razor. Used it for 2 weeks then switched straight into the Dovo Solingen straight razor. It does the job if what you're looking for is to get accustomed to holding a straight razor and angle. I wouldn't say this is the best out there for a shavette but hey, it does the job for beginners.

My only con for this shavette is although it does look and feel like it was very well made for durability the blade doesn't exactly sit straight. Not sure if it's just mine but the blade sits with one side slightly more pushed in, I tested it for a while adjusting and just resetting the derby blades.

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Darkendfae

Nice razor

Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2024

Color: Matte Black Razor w/ Black 100 Derby BladesVerified Purchase

Works well ,well made great price

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Isaiah

Honest Opinion as a Beginner.

Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2020

Color: Steel Razor W/ 100 Derby BladesVerified Purchase

Disclaimer: I am not receiving compensation for my review, and I am writing this review after two uses. I have never before used a straight edge razor or a shavette. I am a mixed race male, so my hair is a mixture of course and soft.

Opinion: I received my item today and almost instantly got to using it. I used a shave gel called Precision Shave Gel by Van Der Hagen, and a bit of warm water. I started by shaping up my eyebrows. This includes the nooks between the bridge of the nose and the inner portions of the eyebrow. I moved on from doing so to shave the hair on top of my nose. I didn't cut myself throughout this time. I wiped the blade off with a cloth and left it in place as I knew I was going to use it again in the day. Later, I used the same blade from before, and the same gel to shave my sideburns and jawline. I did end up cutting both jaws in the corners, but I'd believe this was user error and they were also very minor cuts that didn't hurt. Overall, for as many reviews as I read, I expected that my first time using a straight edge/shavette would end with a lot of cuts and scratches, and reviews on this specific item led me to believe this was a dangerous one in particular. I don't find that to be the case, and I believe a user properly shaving will have no issues. Shave gel is absolutely necessary, and being a bit cautious with the blade as well.

Pros: Solid, easy to use design. Decently light, not a lot of weight to it. Comes with 100 razor blades. The blade did not wiggle in place for me, and my razor was also well aligned.

Cons: Blade can be a bit hard to take out without cutting yourself if you aren't cautious. Found the best way to take it out was by releasing the clamp, sticking your fingernail in the very edge piece with a lip(above the blade, at the top of the razor) and separating it from there.

All in all: I think this is a great budget shavette(it's not a straight edge since it has disposable blades) that will last if taken care of. I also think that the user of course must be cautious, and should never shave without shave gel. Male or female. If you have the money, buy a DOVO, but if you're like me and you had to settle, this is a pretty good option to do so with. I didn't see any issue with blade sharpness, mine proved effective on my course sideburns without issue. If you want it to last without rust, take the blade out each time, and dry all areas including between the two blade holders with a dry cloth. I think this is a good blade that will get the job done be it shaving your head, face, dermaplaning, or shaping up your eyebrows. My only complaint was that taking the blade out can he difficult without cutting yourself, but even my first time using it I didn't cut myself taking it out. I would rate this item at about a 4.7-4.8 simply because of that, but for simplicity I will give this item 5 stars. Also arrived in two days.

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User404

Low quality steel but gets the job done

Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2024

Color: Steel Razor W/ 100 Derby BladesVerified Purchase

The straight edge razor rusted for me after a couple of months after purchase which I'm not a fan of but you can't really expect much at the cheap price. I'm a steel > plastic guy obviously but honestly a plastic razor just makes more sense for this kind of purchase and price. Wouldn't buy again but I'm satisfied with the purchase

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Dutch

I'll try to help you with an honest review.

Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2021

Color: Steel Razor W/ 100 Derby BladesVerified Purchase

Okay, I'm 55 years old, and I've Shaved through the years with electrics, disposables, cartridge razors, you name it. None are good. They either clog, are a pain to clean, and most are incredibly expensive in the long run.

A few years ago I switched to a double-edge safety razor. I switched because of cost, and that research shows that the double-edge is easier to clean and gives a better shave. I absolutely love the double-edge razor, and a nice, close, smooth shave.

In the interest of getting an even closer shave, I started researching the straight razor. It's the closest shave possible, plus there is the cool, nostalgia factor. That, and I get to brag that I'm a fearless, death-defying manly man. Alright, I'm not really into bragging but I hope I gave you a chuckle. I just love the old ways, and a simple life.

I've read many of the reviews on this product. The main complaints seem to be rust, the blades, and balance. Here are my observations.

Rust. Pretty much a no-brainer. Clean it after use. Remove the blade carefully, rinse and dry everything with tissue, and let it air dry for a while. Rub it with mineral oil once in a while and you should be good.

Respect this thing! Don't get cocky! Don't leave it or the blades where kids can get them! Don't handle the edge of the blade. I've never cut myself handling these or double-edge blades. Use your head! Go slow.

Balance. Yes, it could be better. It's not horrible, just pay attention and go slow. Pay attention to the angle, and use basically NO PRESSURE. Let the weight of the razor do the work.

The blades. They're very sharp and do a good job. They're not my favorites, Astra blades are my favorite, they just work for me. I'm hoping I can split the Astras and use them, but if that doesn't work the Derbys are fine.

In the end, my first shave with a straight edge was very cool and I got a good shave. I was very patient, used a very soft touch, kept my skin lubricated and pulled tight. I did get one small cut and a couple small nicks, but no worse than my initial transition to the double-edge.

I'd recommend buying the cheap Chinese copy of the Mercur adjustable double-edge razor which is available on Amazon. Start with it closed to the most narrow. Use the double-edge, opening it wider and wider as your skills improve. When you can shave with it wide open you'll be very close to the straight edge experience because so much of the blade will be exposed. When you master that, transition to the straight edge. You will already have the light touch and angle required for the straight edge.

Be patient. You are a man, and you will develop the skills in time. Relax. You've got nothing to prove to anyone.

I hope this helps. God bless.

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I. Garcia

I finally made the jump to a Shavette!

Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2020

Color: Matte Black Razor w/ Black 100 Derby BladesVerified Purchase

I made the change to a safety razor a few years ago. I don't regret a single minute of it, and I'm trying to stay away from hoarding razor blades... (which might start happening now). I have always been curious about straight razors, but they look super scary. I'm a woman... so I am thinking about shaving my legs, armpits and brows area... but oh no... I am so scared! I've watched way too many videos of men shaving, reviews and women shaving... and I finally got brave... and bought this shavette. I didn't get a regular straight razor, because I don't know how to do the stroping and the other stuff to maintain it... AND with a shavette, I can try different blades, and that is quite interesting to me.

The day that it came... I just looked at it. Then I looked at it some more and 2 days later... I braved it... went into the shower... and TRIED to shave for the first time. It definitely has a learning curve... and no matter how many videos I watched, it didn't prepare me for the how to hold the darn thing... and... guess what... it didn't matter, because my hands figured out how to hold it on its own. I did nick myself, but it was my error... Here are some things that I learned.
1. Be sure to be lathered well beforehand and stay lathered.
2. Go at it slowly...
3. Go with the grain on the first pass, then against the grain for the second pass, and you might not even need to go across the grain.....
4. For wrinkly parts, be sure to to pull the skin taught and then go at the skin slowly
5. For the face... pull taught, and then go to work... slowly.
6. Be sure to moisturize afterwards - whether it be oils (which I prefer) OR some lotion.... (I find that this is some different type of shave that I have NEVER experienced before even with those expensive 5 blade shavers before).

If you are very scared.... I totally get it and understand. Try a safety razor first and see... what you think. BUT... the truth is... that this is going to be a FUN and Badass way to get you some seriously close shaves.

My legs, armpits and other areas... were just beautifully shaved. The eyebrows area looked amazing.

I have to say... that this makes me feel truly badass... and I want to try different blades, and can't wait to shave again. This shavette (albeit being my first one)... looks well made. The blade didn't move around, and it looks like it will last quite a bit. BTW... those blades ... the Derby Premium blades... are AMAZING. So much so, that I am very interested in purchasing the double edged razors for my safety razor which I will still use for my intimate areas. This was a great buy. I will update this later on... but right now... after 1 use... just wonderful....

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