# Guys, I'm looking for a new disposable Razor. Suggestions? **URL:** \ **Category:** In My Humble Opinion\ **Created:** [December 27, 2012, 2:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guys-im-looking-for-a-new-disposable-razor-suggestions/645285 "2012-12-27T14:54:14Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 9\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![Duckster](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/duckster/32/1244_2.png) [@Duckster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Duckster)\ **Post date:** [December 28, 2012, 4:20am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guys-im-looking-for-a-new-disposable-razor-suggestions/645285/21 "2012-12-28T04:20:39Z")
> [@John\_Mace](#): > > I’ve been using the Gillette Sensor Excel for decades, and I’ve never found anything better. I have a moderately thick beard, and it does the trick nicely. Two blades, teflon strip, swivel head. That’s all a man needs! I’ve been using the Atra or Trac II blades for years. You can buy [a hefty, quality handle on Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/eBARBERSHOP-TRAC-II-Razor-Handle/dp/B008O5R28Q/ref=?ie=UTF8&m=A3V3VIAG7AH4N5) for $30. I got mine when it was $25. [Blades direct from the manufacturer](https://personna.alice.com/products?per_page=80&brand=1186)and for what many of you pay for a month of blades will last me more than a year. ---
**Author:** ![Magiver](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/4491bb/32.png) [@Magiver](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Magiver)\ **Post date:** [December 28, 2012, 4:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guys-im-looking-for-a-new-disposable-razor-suggestions/645285/22 "2012-12-28T04:32:12Z")
When you’re all talking about the Mach3 are you referring to the electric version of it (mp3)? I so desperately want to change to something cheaper but keep coming back to the damn thing out of necessity. I shred my face with other razors. ---
**Author:** ![Jormungandr](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/a6a055/32.png) [@Jormungandr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jormungandr)\ **Post date:** [December 28, 2012, 6:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guys-im-looking-for-a-new-disposable-razor-suggestions/645285/23 "2012-12-28T06:32:33Z")
You can try Wilkinson Sword’s Tech 3. The start pack with two cartridges is $5 at most Walmarts. The refills costs $5 for a 4 cartridges. ---
**Author:** ![kayaker](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/kayaker/32/441_2.png) [@kayaker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kayaker)\ **Post date:** [December 28, 2012, 12:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guys-im-looking-for-a-new-disposable-razor-suggestions/645285/24 "2012-12-28T12:54:21Z")
> [@medstar](#): > > You might want to also exfoliate your face, neck, and whatever else you shave. Just use a product that is made for this purpose, or wash your face with a mild cleanser on a rough washcloth. Rinse thoroughly and go through your regular shaving routine. You’ll get a better result. Second exfoliating. I use salicylic acid scrub on my face and head before shaving and see/feel a noticeable difference. ---
**Author:** ![JLRogers](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/ce73a5/32.png) [@JLRogers](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JLRogers)\ **Post date:** [December 28, 2012, 1:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guys-im-looking-for-a-new-disposable-razor-suggestions/645285/25 "2012-12-28T13:00:50Z")
> [@Enright3](#): > > I wonder if the people who are worried about expensive razors are the same ones that don’t mind paying for coffee at about 6X the standard price with a Keurig versus brewing a 1/4 pot of coffee? 🙂 No, because Keurig coffee is disgusting sludge. Ground coffee stays fresh for about 15 minutes whether you put it in a disposable plastic cup or not. Instead I pay about $6-$7/lb for green single origin coffee and roast it myself. It’s the least expensive way to get good coffee, and I retain near-total control over the process. In other words, I use a safety razor and apply the same philosophy to my coffee. 😛 ClassicShaving is a decent supplier, by the way. I use a Merkur Classic. ---
**Author:** ![Magiver](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/4491bb/32.png) [@Magiver](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Magiver)\ **Post date:** [December 28, 2012, 1:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guys-im-looking-for-a-new-disposable-razor-suggestions/645285/26 "2012-12-28T13:59:53Z")
> [@JLRogers](#): > > No, because Keurig coffee is disgusting sludge. Ground coffee stays fresh for about 15 minutes whether you put it in a disposable plastic cup or not. > > Instead I pay about $6-$7/lb for green single origin coffee and roast it myself. It’s the least expensive way to get good coffee, and I retain near-total control over the process. > > In other words, I use a safety razor and apply the same philosophy to my coffee. 😛 > > ClassicShaving is a decent supplier, by the way. I use a Merkur Classic. Well honestly I don’t have that kind of time to make coffee or shave. I started with safety razors as a kid and routinely shredded my face. Gillette’s MP3 was a minor miracle when it came out and still is. I just don’t like the price. ---
**Author:** ![Apocalypso](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/f19dbf/32.png) [@Apocalypso](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Apocalypso)\ **Post date:** [December 28, 2012, 2:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guys-im-looking-for-a-new-disposable-razor-suggestions/645285/27 "2012-12-28T14:44:22Z")
> [@davekhps](#): > > Every time I try to leave the Mach 3 behind, I end up returning to them. I’ve done the safety razor deal, the electric, the Fusion, the Sensor, the Shick models, and I still can’t beat the Mach 3 for the perfect balance of effectiveness, cost, and durability. > > That said, the three most important tips I can offer to get the most out of the Mach 3 remain these: > > 1. Let your shaving cream/gel/what-have-you soak into your skin for a long time (1-2 minutes). Don’t just slap it on and shave. > > 2. Never put the razor away wet-- I pat dry and then actually _blow_ on the razor to get the water off of it. > > 3. Stropping every shave or two helps keep the blades too. A nice hanging strop by the sink is best, but in a pinch just running the blades down the back of your arm works too (_backwards_ down your arm, of course ;). Great tips here, especially drying the blade, which really extends the life. I was reading somewhere that the blades (esp disposables) take a long time to dull, but most people leave the blades wet and it warps them. I started rinsing the blade in hot water after use, shaking it off vigorously, drying it with a towel as much as possible, then storing it with the blades hanging over the edge of something. I went from a disposable lasting 3 shaves to lasting 4-5 months! I shave every other day and have thick face hair. ---
**Author:** ![Maeglin](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/8baadc/32.png) [@Maeglin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Maeglin)\ **Post date:** [December 28, 2012, 4:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guys-im-looking-for-a-new-disposable-razor-suggestions/645285/28 "2012-12-28T16:20:22Z")
> [@MichaelEmouse](#): > > Came here to say the same thing. Double edge safety razors are much better than electric, cartridge and straight razors. Close, comfortable, cheap. > > An adjustable razor will cost 30/40$ on Ebay. Non adjustable ones maybe 10-20$. The blades can cost from 5 to 50 cents. The ones I prefer (Astra, Personna, blue Gillette 7 O’clock) cost from 15 to 30 cents. > > Also, shaving soap and shaving cream you let on your skin for 1-2 minutes are much better than canned foam. I switched to double edge safety razors over the summer and I would not dream of going back. ---
**Author:** ![Quimby](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/q/22d042/32.png) [@Quimby](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quimby)\ **Post date:** [December 28, 2012, 5:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guys-im-looking-for-a-new-disposable-razor-suggestions/645285/29 "2012-12-28T17:10:03Z")
Thanks for all the info. Real food for thought. As far as why I am looking into changing, I have used the same one for many many years and this seemed like a good time to see if something better is out there. Please feel free to keep suggestions/comments coming. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guys-im-looking-for-a-new-disposable-razor-suggestions/645285.md?page=1)