WilkinsonSword Classic Men's Razor with 5 Razor Blades

I've been struggling with shavers for most of my adult life. Disposable ones are sharp for a short amount of time and then you have to deal with the plastic waste, razor companies that sell the replacement heads are convenient until you look at the price per head, and again, they become dull very quickly. I'm kicking myself for not discovering these kinds of shavers earlier. Less guilt about waste, and the blades are so cheap!I especially like this shaver. It's lightweight, the angle of the blade is perfect, and the price is great for buying two (one for home and one for travel). I'm a woman, so I use these to shave my legs, and the angle and size is great for getting the hard to reach areas around the ankles (if you know, you know!) The blades are very easy to change out as well.Highly recommend! I even got my daughter to buy one and she loves it too.

I recently purchased a double edge razor and I am extremely satisfied with my purchase. The razor itself is very well made and has a nice weight to it, it felt sturdy and comfortable to hold. The blades are extremely sharp and provide a close and smooth shave. I appreciate that it's a double edge razor which provides a more traditional and close shave, also it's eco-friendly and cost-effective since blades are cheaper than disposable razors. The handle design is also very sleek and easy to grip, it provides a good balance and control while shaving. I highly recommend this double edge razor to anyone looking for a high-quality, traditional shaving experience.

For the price, this little DE safety razor is actually quite good. For $6 and some change it's not that bad; however, I would like to say that for someone who likes an aggressive shave it doesn't fit the bill. If you're looking for something really inexpensive and affordable, and are a bit hesitant to using a safety razor for the first time, I would recommend this. It's easy on the skin and feels like a glides. You might need to apply a slight amount of pressure to get it to shave. If, however, you require your shaves to have a feeling of actually shaving, I would recommend something different. But for the money, you really can't beat this guy.For all you first timers who are a bit apprehensive about using a safety razor for this first time, try this one out. Once you start trying it and you start to feel a bit more confident, upgrade to a metal one and graduate from there. You don't need super expensive razors to do the job, but most safety razors will do the job. Buy some affordable razors too, to help with budget costs.

I have a collection of various DE razors, to include some favorites among the wet-shaving community. I've been curious about this one, and with the price I thought "Why not?" First of all, it's a two-piece razor, which I especially like, much like the Merkur 34C. It is fully enclosed, meaning no blade overhang. And the design on the handle isn't merely for looks but to offer a better grip, what on a metal razor would be knurling. Some reviewers say the metal inside the handle causes some shakiness but I didn't notice that, and I appreciated the extra weight. I got a close, BBS shave. How aggressive is it? A lot depends on how light a touch you have, but if this were an adjustable razor I'd give it a 3 or 4. You get a pack of Wilkinson Sword blades, which are rated among the best. How sturdy is it? Time will tell, but if you treat it right it should last. This would make a good travel razor, and a good addition to your shave den.

As a wet shaving veteran, I have too many safety razors to count! New models, hard to find/vintage single edge razors, luxury Mongoose SE razors, Injector blade style razors, and a couple straight razors etc... I have practically tried them all!I was looking around for a good, cheap travel DE safety razor and eventually came across this Wilkinson Sword Classic. It's made from black polymer and inside the handle is a silver/metal bar, which helps to add some usable weight to the razor.Key benefits for this razor:1.) Lightweight for travel2.) Cheap (so even if you lose it during travel or just decide that wet shaving isn't your bag, you won't be too mad.)3.) The head design covers the side tabs of the DE razor blade. (Those side tabs can be sharp sometimes! This feature will definitely help to deter some accidental nicks/cuts, especially for beginners.)4.) Mild-medium blade gap (easy to use no matter what your experience/skill level; ton of confidence even when doing full "against-the-grain" passes.)5.) Comes with a pack of blades, so you're all set to go!

This is not a $100 work of art razor — it is a $5-10 plastic razor, suitable for travel or those who like being thrifty. For $20 more you can get the excellent and beautiful Merkur 23c or a bit more for an Edwin Jagger or Merkur 34c. However, the difference between those highly rated beauties and this plastic razor are mostly in the asthetics and durability. In terms of the shave it provides, the Wilkinson is close to the Merkurs, mild yet effective. It is lightweight and hence a good razor for those switching from cartridge razors. I filed down a couple of sharp corners with an emory board, but otherwise the fit and finish was very good. The head is a little bulky on the sides, presumably to protect the user from the blade edges. The plastic head does not glide quite as smoothly as a chromed metal head, but otherwise the performance is pretty close to metal razors. The provided blades are great; I have found them an excellent companion for my Merkur razors. I will use the Classic as a travel razor I won't fret about losing. Too bad they don't stock these in the states; mine shipped from Old Blighty.

The blades were fine but who thought it would be a good idea to have the edges of shaver protrude more outside than the blade itself? How is that supposed to work? You would have to press extremely hard on your face to even get the blade to touch the skin