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Double Edge Safety Razors VS Straight Razors
What is the difference between Double Edge Safety Razors and Straight Razors we hear you ask?! Which razor is better and how? Follow this guide to enlighten yourselves with some fun facts about these two different types of razors!
Double Edge Safety Razors
Double Edge Safety Razors, also known as DE razors, are shaving razors with a protective device positioned between the edge of the blade and the skin. The real purpose of these protective devices was to decrease the level of skill needed for injury less shave. This meant relying less on the professional barbers!
Straight Razors
Straight razors are the type of shaving razors with a blade which can fold into its own handle. They have a sharpened blade on one edge and a handle attached to the blade through a mechanism. They are also referred to as ‘open razors’ and ‘cut-throat razors’. Straight razor’s design is based on a variety of criteria including the grind, width, length, material and the finishing of the blade.
So which one is better?
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Double Edge Safety Razor |
Straight Razor |
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Safest way to get the closest shave |
High level of control |
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Easy to use, requires less practice |
Lasts a lifetime |
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Easy to replace blade |
No limitations while shaving |
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Less likely to cause nicks and cuts |
No blades to replace, saves time and money |
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No blade sharpening skills required |
Sturdy, well made, long-lasting |
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No honing, no stropping
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Thick blade covers large surface area during each stroke |
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Cost effective |
Looks elegant |
Final verdict!
There can never be a better razor out of the 2! They both have to offer the best of their own worlds and the final verdict can only be according to the customer’s preference. So, which one are you buying?!