How To Get A Perfect Shave Using A Safety Razor

[@robmiller54]

It’s definitely My favorite! The washer pressed into the base plate on first use, hasn’t moved since !

[@OhioShaves]

Great choice. What do you like about it so much?

[@robmiller54]

@@OhioShaves I think the Head does it for Me 😂

[@Lord_Pender]

You’ve gotten me hooked on DE safety razor shaving this past year, Ohio! I keep ordering different stainless razors and soaps to try, picked up the Simpson T3 knot, a nice porcelain bowl for creams, a stainless bowl for soap pucks, many aftershaves, and I have quite the stockpile of different blades! I rant straight to Amazon once I heard Gillette was shutting down their Russia operations. I even snagged some Thayer’s to apply after alum block and before aftershave. It sounds funny, but I now get excited at the ritual of shaving. Probably a $250 investment full up at this point, but well worth it! I love the videos! No clue how I stumbled across your channel, but your instruction and personality keep me coming back whenever I see a new post!

[@OhioShaves]

It makes thanks brother and thank you for all your support

[@DG-cu1vt]

I've tried putting Thayers in a mister and started lightly misting my face with it. I've started using it as a daily face rinse and not just after shaving. It works great! I get that cool freshness and skin tightening every day now. It really helps you wake up in the morning.

[@OhioShaves]

I use everyday as well. Great product

[@manjotmiglani6154]

Can’t stress enough how much this channel videos helped. Used to shave with braun series 9 always got nasty ingrown hairs. Shifted to DE razors first two shaves were horrible 😅 i used king c gillette and wrong angle. But with merkur 34c and astra its soo awesome now. No irritation no ingrown for 2 weeks now

[@OhioShaves]

Great read. Thanks for sharing and all your support.

[@nal87]

I just purchased the razor based on your review. Can’t wait to get it.

[@OhioShaves]

Thanks for your support. It is greatly appreciated. You were gonna love this razor

[@PSCThrillSeeker]

It working up to be one of my favorite razors Dave! Great video!

[@OhioShaves]

Thanks, brother

[@JestinFilippi-b3r]

Good video . I’m glad to see u use the syntesi as. I have the same razor and it’s my favorite one by far. I love coupling that razor with either a persona comfort coat or a feather. Also I switched the toner from thayers to Humphrey with cucumber and it’s all natural and wow it’s a big upgrade. Goodfellas also makes a great shave balms I highly recommend trying. But thank u so much for your straight forward reviews. Your videos got me into wet shaving.

[@OhioShaves]

Thanks brother. I definitely need to look into Humphreys facial toner. I've never heard of it before. I've tried Goodfellas shaving bombs and they're good. Thanks for your support. My friend. Greatly appreciated.

[@JestinFilippi-b3r]

Yes hope to see u try in one of your KZbin videos. I always watch your videos every week . The Humphrey is natural and u will get the scent of the fresh witch hazel because it’s not blended with a bunch of other chemicals. U will feel it working on your skin as well. I love it a lot. I do like the thayers but I try to go with natural products as much as possible . I believe that’s one of the big reasons wet shaving is superior to cartridge not just for the quality of the razors and blades but the products we use after the fact make a huge difference in the outcome of the shave .

[@mikecorvasce7074]

Syntesi head shave - ready set go

[@OhioShaves]

💈👍

[@anthonyf8121]

I have this razor and it’s really nice. I’m using Personna comfort coated but think I will try the Platinum next

[@OhioShaves]

I like comfort coats better. Just one great razor

[@GooonSquad12]

Ohio, love the content ! Keep up all the good work. I have upgraded my DE game all thanks to you and a couple other KZbinrs. I have fallen in love with the personnas! I have about 5-6 safety razors and just found a Fatboy that should be coming in any day. So far my Henson and my Aylsworth Apex have gotten me the best shaves. Really digging the aluminums lately.. keep up the good work boss !

[@OhioShaves]

Thanks brother. I appreciate your support

[@zachkuykendall1048]

The Maggard's Alum Block is a good deal as well and it comes in a plastic case. Also you should try the Thayers milky toner on days you don't shave. It is a game changer

[@OhioShaves]

Thanks for the tip. I’ll definitely look into it

[@alspencer2794]

I have been getting some great shaves with the Personna Platinum blade paired with the Game Changer .76 plate. Good video

[@OhioShaves]

Very nice!

[@Sharpe-Shaver76]

Wow, what a great shave.

[@OhioShaves]

Thanks brother. Hope all is well

[@ivanfrangugic8355]

Hi, After countless off watching your reviews about feathers and personna blades, i decided to pull the trigger on 30 feather blades and 200 persona (german made). Really really like persona because they are Sharp and say sharp for 10 shaves, my face Burns a bit after using them but i always get BBS shave, the trend out to be great alternative to Gillette platinum that i love so much. I tried Wilkinson but thez dull after 2 uses. Love your work!

[@OhioShaves]

Thanks for your support. It is greatly appreciated and not overlooked. Great review thanks for sharing.

[@horseglu]

Love persona blades. I’m liking that razor.

[@OhioShaves]

This razor is so good. It's a low profile is like shaving with a leaf shave thorn or twig that gets a better shave and details a little better but at a higher price point

[@williammurphy1756]

Great review. I love also love the Personna blades. If you ever order from Razor Emporium, try the new Rex blades. They are my new favorites. Have a great week. 👍

[@OhioShaves]

me too. Yeah Matt is sending some of those razor blades for Me to test out along with a Rex ambassador

[@RSturtleness]

Great vid. Looks like an awesome razor. Tried a new shave cream “ Nivia Men Sensative Calm”. Great lather and shave.

[@OhioShaves]

Reads like I may have to look into that. Thanks for the tip.

[@StefanoMattia-p4f]

Thanks for the video. Personally do you prefer this razor or the Rockwell T2? Thanks in advance.

[@OhioShaves]

Great lineup

[@steelheart4148]

If you were to compare this razor to the Rockwell 6C, what plate would be the equivalent? Thanks!

[@OhioShaves]

4 or 5 with zero blade feel

[@steelheart4148]

@@OhioShaves Thanks!

[@siaknijustin]

Sounds pretty impressive to me! I’m a #4 plate guy on my 6c.

[@OhioShaves]

@siaknijustin definitely a well engineered and thought out safety Razor

[@arthasdeskia]

Thanks for the video mate. Good looking razor, need to get more thayers myself down to the end of the both my scentless original and rose. I prefer adjustable razors myself maybe when I've got some more money down the track I'll branch out.

[@OhioShaves]

Adjustable razors are very versatile. I completely understand.

[@MikeKidd-dl3hi]

I use the van Der hagen safety razor with Doalco blades

[@OhioShaves]

You might be ready for an upgrade. This Razor will blow your mind away.

[@johansso2]

Hey gr8 vid man. I have one question for you. Is the personna platonum blades the same blades as the personna comfort coted blades?

[@OhioShaves]

Different. Platinum is made overseas, and the comfort coat is made in the United States

[@derrick211000]

Thanks i just switched over from Gillette 3 blade. Enjoying the cheaper fun shaving safety blade.

[@OhioShaves]

That’s great. What razor did you go with?

[@DonnyBassBall]

Hey Dave, a little off subject, but would you mind sharing a link to your ultrasonic cleaner? I pulled the trigger on a vintage Gillette, and I want to be sure to clean it delicately. Thanks in advance!

[@OhioShaves]

Sure thing, brother here’s the link and thanks for your support: Magnasonic Professional Ultrasonic : amzn.to/3UbOowv

[@danilobernaschina1842]

Synthes SSteel is fantastico!!

[@OhioShaves]

💈👍

[@edwardbanks8322]

Love your postive and happy vibe of your shave ohio .thanks for informing vedio 😂

[@OhioShaves]

Thank you kindly for your support

[@Jimmy51363]

Which pack of the Personna Platinum blades do you have and where did you purchase? I noticed on the red pack(5ct) they don’t have glue, but when I used the 10ct pack in the hard white case with the blue label that they have glue dots. Thanks for any info and great video!

[@OhioShaves]

Personna Platinum: amzn.to/3I5Xap1

[@Jimmy51363]

@@OhioShaves thanks for the link!

[@ShannonMontey]

Is there an actual difference between personna comfort & personna platinum blades?

[@BryanD_XRP]

Another great video and shave Dave! Looks like a nice razor also. Not so sure on how long the nylon washer will last. Maybe they will make a stainless upgrade for it. Have a great rest of your weekend! Merica!

[@OhioShaves]

Thanks, brother. You have a great week as well. Come on Merica

[@pezgordo42]

They have great shaving soaps. I like Abysso and Orange Empire

[@OhioShaves]

Good call

[@robertseals9148]

What was the name of the shave soap you used?

[@OhioShaves]

I'm in the testing phase for a manufacture.

[@robertseals9148]

@@OhioShaves gotcha! Keep us updated as time permits.

[@OhioShaves]

@@robertseals9148 going to do a full review on it here in the next couple of videos. I can say it is quite expensive.

[@rjal6528]

What's the best aggressive blade for my mild safety razor? The rk blades are not giving me a close shave.

[@OhioShaves]

A lot of shavers like feather blades

[@rjal6528]

@@OhioShaves Would you recommend the persona blades more than the feather blades for a close shave? Or are the feather blades the best?

[@OhioShaves]

@rjal6528 I would recommend comfort coats over feather blades. Most people that compare them would agree that comfort coats can work in just about any razor. Can you get a fantastic shape from them.

[@casehunter8376]

How does it compare to the Henson?

[@OhioShaves]

it's easy to find the cutting angle and the low profile that head is easy to maneuver around your face

[@petercollins1921]

@OhioShaves g'day, which Personna blades work best in the Syntesi; the platinum or comfort coated? Cheers mate

[@OhioShaves]

Comfort coat

[@petercollins1921]

@@OhioShaves great, that was what I was planning on using when the razor arrives but then saw you using the platinum to good effect...😉

[@OhioShaves]

@@petercollins1921 Both are good

[@rjal6528]

Is there a difference between the persona comfort coat and the platinum? Which one is the more aggressive shave?

[@OhioShaves]

The comfort coat is a smoother shave for me. They’re both medium aggressive blades.

[@markh1324]

Thanks for another great video Ohio Shaves. I really like my Rockwell 6S. But I was looking for something with a smoother finish and a lower profile - oh, and no blade tabs sticking out of the sides. This looks like it might just be the key. You indicated that it shaves around four or five as compared to the Rockwell 6C. That probably works for me as I am typically using the 4 plate on my 6S. I was debating getting a Rex Envoy, but after your video comparing it with the 6S I concluded that I already had the better razor of the two. (But the Envoy looks really nice)

[@OhioShaves]

This Razor will not disappoint you at all. I think it's one of the easiest Razors to shave with once you have some kind of technique. Thanks for your support, brother.

[@markh1324]

@@OhioShaves is the profile like the Henson?

[@OhioShaves]

It is thinner

[@Mr_ZB18]

Take a look at the RazoRock Game Changer as well. They are made in Canada, all stainless steel with different handle options. It comes in a .68mm, .76mm, .84mm, & a 1.05mm blad gap.

[@Carzone2021]

​@@Mr_ZB18yea n what about waiting period they r never available Waiting for 0.84 since 😂

[@PrimeShavings]

How do you make your video zoom in?

[@OhioShaves]

Cameras and editing. I spent about 40 hours editing my videos. What you see is a week behind what is actually shot on camera. A ton of work goes into this channel. I just don't point and shoot off my iPhone. I've got about $15,000 invested in computer, software, Music rights, lighting, microphones, sound cameras and the lenses they go with them. I'm a Sony guy so I shoot Sony cameras and GM lenses. I've grown from zero to over 13,000 subscribers in two years. All the money have made I've pretty much poured back into my channel because I think this is gonna be a long time gig for me which I can actually retire on. I'm honest and give true reviews. So many manufacturers send me razors and other things they want to push and I let them know off the get-go that if your product does not meet my standards, I will not shoot a video on it to your end just because I don't like it. My goal is to get people to switch from Razors to safety Razor shaving just for the simple fact to save money if you don't go down the rabbit hole, which we all can do that but at that point, it's a Hobby. I have other hobbies that cost me way more than shaving with a safety razor, Golf to mention. I actually enjoy what I do and I think it shows in my videos and that's why I have over 300,000 views every month which is unheard of for someone with 13,000 subscribers. There's no other wet shaver on KZbin that gets as many views as me every month. Irene supreme, and that's why, the bigger channels try to follow what I do. Which is great because I'm actually good friends with all of them and they felt me out through my journey. The greatest thing is I don't own a online store so I only push products. That actually makes sense.

[@PrimeShavings]

@OhioShaves that's awesome man. You can really tell the quality of your videos. Keep it going man. You inspire so many of us

[@OhioShaves]

@@PrimeShavings thanks, brother

[@mattmohi970]

When's the last time you used a Persona Platinum in your Rockwell 6S? Perhaps it can compete for the top spot.

[@OhioShaves]

It's good but comfort coats are a good base for a medium aggressive blade. I've been using the Accu Forge blades that are a little more on the aggressive side. They seem to have a very smooth affect on my skin and a little more efficient than the comfort coats.

[@arcane3943]

You know, I like good shaves when I don’t feel the alum block and the aftershave, but it’s kinda boring that way.I love feeling the alum block and the aftershave, the stinging is great IMO😅

[@OhioShaves]

👍 you like the pain. Thanks for sharing.

[@arcane3943]

@@OhioShaves Well, I like it to sting just a little, not burning my face, cause I’ve had those shaves and they weren’t beautiful

[@GprokYB]

I wonder how good or bad the aluminum version of this razor is......thanks so much for this video!!!

[@OhioShaves]

I have videos of the aluminum

[@Ronin_Texas]

I'm glad Christmas is coming, this razor will be in my letter to Santa Claus.

[@OhioShaves]

😁I like the way you think

[@dsanchez9703]

Cool brother

[@OhioShaves]

Thank you much

[@robmiller54]

The blade is most important, I’m starting to use twice and discard.

[@OhioShaves]

I totally agree. A lot of people overlook something so simple as the blade they're using.

[@justinkeller4008]

Same. Started doing that a month ago. Huge improvement

[@OhioShaves]

@justinkeller4008 Thanks for sharing brother

[@harlingentx]

That's great. I thought I was weird because I do that and not try to get seven shaves out of each blade. Two shaves is just fine.

[@jmtphotographymedia]

I agree. The blades are cheap but our hairs will wear them out depending on how long, coarse, shaving cream, etc. Max 2 shaves per blade.

[@jhoggatt51]

Razor emporium has the razor plus you can use after pay

[@OhioShaves]

Go for it

[@razormichl2004]

top video👍

[@OhioShaves]

Thanks ✌

[@moonashraf2382]

How is it compared to the Merica razor?

[@OhioShaves]

Neck and neck

[@moonashraf2382]

@@OhioShaves wow. That good, huh? Gotta try it then.

[@johansso2]

Ok tanx

[@zman-ohio]

Have you tried the Aluminum version of this razor? Wondering if the experience is the same.

[@OhioShaves]

Yeah it's pretty good. I've made a few videos on it if you want to check them out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6mqZombmtuUo6s

[@Ypre3]

The only ok american accent ive heard❤❤

[@OhioShaves]

💈👍🇺🇸

[@hr1meg]

👍

[@OhioShaves]

💈👍

[@2yt582]

you've shed lots of flab ohio

[@OhioShaves]

Thank you much

[@brianerskine3046]

That's a very good razor to shave with 🪒💈

[@OhioShaves]

I think so too