I started dabbling in double edged shaving last December with an EJ89bl. My progress was slow because I only had time to use it on the weekends, but I have finally started using it more often on weekdays and becoming reasonably (but still not perfectly) proficient. Further while not apparent at the beginning, I now realize how superior of a shave is made possible and how poor my shaves were before. I had always thought my "Mach whatever" shaves were great until I hit on a few really nice results with the EJ. And started looking closer in the mirror to see what my Mach 3 left behind. I am still not at a place where I know my favorite blade but narrowing to the Astra SP and feather though have had good shaves with even a Derby.
I am now ready to up my game and dedicate to using every day, which I think will further accelerate my technique progress. I ordered a Merkur HD 34c and a Parker Best Badger brush to help me along and due to an unfortunate accident that resulted in my EJ falling and becoming dented. I have not yet received it. The EJ was great but also found the handle slick.
Now that I have crossed the mental Rubicon to commit to doing this every day, I am thinking forward to another investment in a razor in the medium term future after I master the HD (RAD ??) I am interested in the idea of an open comb aggressive razor. Curious if anyone else has followed this progression and where the next natural step may take me... Thanks
EJ89 to 34C to ??
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