Reddit mentions of 25 FEATHER BLUEBIRD ASTRA SHARK LORD DERBY BIC NACET Blade Sampler

This collection will get you up and running and no need to replace anything unless you want to.

Edwin Jagger DE89 razor - $35.00

Omega "Pro 48" boar brush - $12.99

Blade sampler pack - $14.95

Garry's Sampler Shop for soaps, creams and aftershaves - $10-$15 for an assortment of goodies.

Alum block - $6.49

Styptic Pen - $8.45

I would give something like this a go and see what works. There's a lot of good variety there.

It can be or it can't be. I started a couple of years ago (maybe 3?) and when I did, I spent about $120 for everything. Since then, I've spent a total of about $50. That includes blades and soap.

Really, to get started all you need is a razor and blades, then you can buy the soaps or creams piecemeal as you go. A lot of manufacturers will give you free (or cheap) samples of their products, so you can try before you buy.

My recommendations for starting out are:
razor
blades

You can get a cheaper razor, but I recommend a longer handle. You can also find nice older ones at antique shops for really cheap if you're willing to clean them up before using them. I'm not that patient, but maybe you are. The blades are a variety pack, so you can get an idea of what you like because they're all a little bit different. The last time I replaced my blades I bought these because they're really cheap (less than 10¢ per blade) and I like them a lot.

Eventually you might want to get a brush and some fancy soap, but I've seen brushes at Walmart for $5 or less.

There's a lot of fancy lingo that goes into wet shaving, but it's really not a whole lot different than using disposables. The only real differences are that you have to take better care of your skin (shucks), you don't have to press as hard with the razor, and you control the angle of the blade (a blessing and a curse.)

If you have any questions, please ask! There's also always the sidebars at /r/ladyshavers and /r/wicked_edge!

Does he like star trek? This book is super cool.

Aside from nerdy, maybe he would enjoy something like this. Beers are best enjoyed in the appropriate glassware!


edit- I got this razor and this blade sampler kit for my ex and he said it was the best gift he had ever been given.

Thank you, yes I also purchased this. I think one razor should be enough to get a feel of the brand to see if I like it.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0076ZW0ZU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I thought it was plenty sturdy when using it. My biggest problem with it was my lack of experience holding and positioning the razor itself, but I think it would be an issue with any straight I pick up right now. Here is the actual listing I ordered from. The picture has the green holder, but it comes with a red and two black (one black is combed). It also came with two long blades and a normal DE blade. This is the razor sampler I got with it. I can't comment much, other than they're all there and were packaged well.

For a sample pack of razors Amazon is your friend (provided you are in some part of the world where Amazon delivers). Here is one pack and you can find more if you just do a search for "razor blade sampler".

I'm sure you know, but in case you don't: here's where I started

like this?

this also seems a lot more realistic for a stand.

I would heavily suggest buying a sampler pack like this. Everyone has different reactions to different blades. I have my favorite but that may not be the same as someone else's. Personally I hate Derby and like the Astra Platinum.