LEAF SHAVE TWIG VS LEAF SHAVE THORN | HEAD SHAVE SHOWDOWN | NOBLE OTTER | EVER READY | PAA

[@pokart2134]

Stacking the blades was a cool idea. This literally improved my shaving comfort by 10x. Didn't even know that it was possible until I saw you do it. Thanks!

[@SubieShaves]

That is wonderful to hear!!! It does the exact same thing for me, atleast twice more comfortable than a single blade for some reason. That's why I talk about it 👍😆 Thank you for being here and for commenting!! Means the world to hear someone else found this helpful!

[@jtnachtlauf1961]

Hello Subie. I am going to wet shave my head (until yet trimming with clipper on 0.5mm for more than 25 years) with 2 razors I ordered online: The Leaf (pivoting head w. 3 slots) and the Leaf Thorn. Hope everything will go all right. Thanks for inspiring me to go straight to head shave and wish you all the best and health. Many greetings from the Czech Republic .

[@SubieShaves]

Start with the top and middle slot loaded on the Leaf! ❤️👍 Absolutely the best of luck to you, let us know how it goes!! Welcome to the best bald head ever!

[@dflosounds]

Thanks for doing this comparison. I had my trigger finger ready to buy the regular Twig, but wanted to do one last KZbin search for reviews before I bought it. I honestly didn't even know about the Thorn edition. This has got me thinking of going for the Thorn (although it seems like I can't really go wrong with either). Your personality is uplifting and makes me excited to get deeper into the shaving hobby. Keep it up!

[@SubieShaves]

Man thank you so much for the Comment!! Glad you found this helpful!! Both are fantastic!!! I am partial of the Thorn - but each has their place. Again - thank you for taking the time to connect and comment!!👍👍

[@LL-fi4rr]

Wow, great points! You're right, the Twig was never meant to be a solo shaver. It was more of an add-on for people that wanted to trim goatees or something. I currently have the Leaf and it's great, but I struggle with getting around the ears, and it clogs easily. You sold me on the Thorn.

[@SubieShaves]

One of the older videos right here - thanks for watching!! Ears is the leafs biggest issue (and under the nose 🤣). I love the Thorn as a solo driver! Just enough bite to get a BBS glass shave without much hassle at all. Thank you so much LL for being here and showing your support! ❤️👍

[@faiashel5354]

I came because Chris(CDB) mentioned you. I subbed because you're videos are awesome & your enthusiasm is contagious

[@SubieShaves]

Awwwww Chris really went above and beyond with showing my channel. It's a huge vote of confidence in me that he would do that. Thank you Mr Brown Chicken Brown Cow for being apart of this experience. I do things differently, nothing is edited or, scripted or modified. I do my very best to be honest, transparent, and clear - while still having fun while I shave. Can't tell you how much I appreciate your support my friend!! Welcome to #teamallblade & #nobladeleftbehind where we don't discriminate on what blade or razor you use - as long as your getting great shaves!! Give away today my friend!!

[@trumpeteer211]

Had the twig and hated it. Didnt shave close at all. Got the thorn and love it. Tried the leaf the head shaving it cut the hell out of my head. Gonna try to use this on my head. Sick of skull shavers breaking and sending them back in on warranty

[@SubieShaves]

You'll laugh but I have seen debates where people say they are the same razor 🤣🤣🤣 I have drastically different shaves between the two of them - to the point I no longer use my Twig. With the Leaf? I'm curious - did you try using just the top slot (or middle top)? I find that bottom blade angle takes some adjustment to learn and most people naturally should probably start with the top and middle based on cartridge familiarity. The Thorn though in my opinion makes an excellent shaver!! You should watch the video where I race Adam of Leaf - he uses the Leaf and I Use the Thorn! kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6GneniheNyAb6M Quality is a little bit rough but it was fun to do! 🤣

[@trumpeteer211]

They are way different. Thorn is much better for shaving. Twig took way too many passes. I used all three blades for the leaf. My head was sliced up. Partially due to the irritation the skull shaver caused. I’ve had 4 skull shavers break on me… 4. Got new ones under warranty and sold them. Will never buy again. I have a free bird coming to try it out. Been using Barbasol 6 blade and they work well for the head. For the face, thorn all the way. Gonna try the thorn on my head today.

[@SubieShaves]

@trumpeteer211 hope the Thorn shave impressed you as much as it does me! Thanks again for sharing your thoughts!

[@trumpeteer211]

@@SubieShaves it shaves the head well. No irritation or cuts at all. Just takes a while. It’ll undoubtedly get faster the more I use it though.

[@mikeperritte]

Great shave and comparison between these two similar razors. I agree can't go wrong with either just personal preference between the two. I reach for the Thorn more often myself. Keep the great videos coming.

[@SubieShaves]

Thanks Mike!!! I'm shocked still about how much community outreach I had on Round 1 and how many people wanted to see me do the head shave. Either way - it was super fun and an amazing shave. Kinda wondering now if I should do more X vs the Thorn videos. Much appreciated my buddy!! Made sure to mention your comment on having both!

[@pompgt7234]

Using a Personna blue tomorrow for the first time! Great shave!

[@KrisVic91]

Your Passion for being bald is infectious mate. Makes me wish I was losing more hair haha.

[@SubieShaves]

I just had such unhappy skin for so many years that I really appreciate smooth and irritation free shaves. Years of doing this and it just seems to get more fun Thank you for tuning in!!

[@sean0074]

Hi Subie great review won't never have thought to double the blades use the leaf but considering the thorn cheers. Take care

[@SubieShaves]

SUBIE STACKED!!! 😱😱😱 😅😅😅 Definitely seems to work well for me 👍 The Thorn is phenomenal!! Absolutely recommended!!! Thanks for the comment!!

[@meslevres]

When you are lost between two razors or blades Subie Shave probably already has a wonderful comparison video. And thanks for 2 blade life hack.

[@SubieShaves]

Woa, this is some "Subie Shaves Vintage" right here 😂 Thank you for watching! Seeing this over again made me chuckle, it's been an incredible journey - and tons of learning. Again, thank you for making this Chanel worth the time! And the 2 blade Subie Stack - we can both thank our grand dad's 👍😏

[@kimgray3235]

Subie !!!! Nice shave today ! I love the copper color, but … leg shaves and the milder Twig are the route for me ! Thank you for the comparison head shave. I have the Leaf in the Prism and love that color very much ! Enjoy the afternoon 👍

[@SubieShaves]

Awww thanks Kim and TGIF!!! I REALLY appreciate you and your support today!! I know you don't shave your head, but apparently I have a few here that do! hahahaha Kim you're the best. Thank you so so so much!!!! The prism...is beautiful. But wait to you see a copper leaf....🥺🥺🥺🥺

[@kimgray3235]

@@SubieShaves funny enough…. I shave several men’s heads with the Leaf ! Not sure how that came about, but here we are ! Hopefully I don’t loose all my hair with chemotherapy. I may be shaving my own shortly Subie style of course 😬🤭🤣😂💪🏻

[@SubieShaves]

@@kimgray3235 my heart and hopes go to you. I was fortunate to not not need chemo personally, but my dad just did, and it's a battle. ❤️❤️❤️

[@andrewdrinkwater1986]

Absolutely Awesome shave mate! I hope at some point i will have the financial means to get the thawn! I definitely like a more efficient shave 😀

[@kelalamusic9258]

I have the Thorn, and I have to say without a doubt it's the best razor out there. Well, the best that I have used so far. I personally went out and purchased 6 other razors so I can put them up against the Thorn. I used the extremely sharp Feather blades in each. None of them gave me the close comfortable shave that the Thorn delivered. Now, I will confess that I didn't compare the Thorn with the Twig, simply because some reviewers said that there is not much of a difference. So, after watching your video and listening to your comments about both, I might very well pick up the Twig. But, for now, the Thorn rules supreme!

[@SubieShaves]

Interesting to hear that they felt they were so similar. I have heard the exact opposite - where since they look identical people underestimate the Thorn coming from the Twig and get a rough shave. The Twig is much more mild for me, and I prefer the Thorn. Thrilled to hear you have been getting great shaves with the Leaf Shaves Thorn! Long live the King 👍 And THANK You for taking the time to comment!

[@kelalamusic9258]

@@SubieShaves just a few mentioned they were somewhat similar. So I went with their opinion. It was expensive enough for the other razors that I will most likely not use 🥴😁. Yep, long live the King of Razors!

[@groovemerchant99]

You probably get asked this all the time, but for someone coming from a Gillette Fusion 5 blade monstrosity, would you recommend a Twig or a Thorn as the place to start?

[@SubieShaves]

Honestly, in my opinion, I find staring with a really mild razor like the Twig can be challenging because: A) it can limit closeness and cause a new shaver to go back to their cart. With good form and the right blade the Twig is excellent, but for a new shaver, finding the right combo may be a limitation. B) potentially hinder the learning /adjustment to using a safety razor coming from a cart. For me, I have noticable amounts of efficiency and performance between the two models (not everyone feels that way) - and I prefer the closer shave with the Thorn. Both will bite you with bad form, so my thoughts are go for the closer shaver. Again that's just my .02 - the flip side is I do know many people that enjoy the Twig over the Thorn. Very much a "use what your skin and stubble needs".

[@mellymelshaves]

Enjoyed this one my brother!!

[@SubieShaves]

Thanks Mel!!!! Still BBS and still loving it!! Happy 4th!!!

[@PrinceEyeAllah]

Thanks for the content! So what is different in design leading to different performance in twig/ thorn? Isn't the shave based more off of the razor? Also do you still get a solid shave with only one blade instead of doubling up? ✌

[@SubieShaves]

I'm so glad that you have enjoyed the content! The design changes between The Twig and the thorn are very marginal, and nothing that can be seen visually. To avoid getting super technical, it has more blade span. And absolutely!! I just enjoy the doubled up blades Personally haha

[@hattirohanza]

I recently ordered the Thorn razor, but they sent me the Twig. I emailed them about it and they said the Thorn was out of stock and that I could keep the Twig and they will send me a Thorn when they are back available. I live in Belgium so it took a while to get here and the return date expired. I'll probably have to pay twice for what basically is not my mistake. I hope the Thorn shaves better as I can not get a BBS shave with the Twig. Your videos are great BTW 👍, very informative and I like your positivism.

[@brandonhill6068]

Good shave!

[@daviderojas]

Hi there, I got the Thorn razor but it result to much aggressive for me, I'm wondering if you have any trick to turn the Thorn less aggressive? And no, I don't want to purchase the Twig version. Any tip please? Thanks...

[@valleyshaverjohn2821]

Hey Subie...dobie... I love watching your videos. The enthusiasm is so up lifting. I am going to get the Leaf and Twig combo at the Leaf web site as soon as they have the leaf in stock. I will get the leaf in rose gold for my wife and the Mercury plating on the Twig for me. I have a little more trouble snapping the Persona blade. I think it may be ever so thicker, IMO. Enjoy the 4th of July weekend and be safe.

[@SubieShaves]

Well hopefully I save you a bit of money?? That was the whole reason I agreed to the link, as I really wanted you guys to get something from it! My buddy - Mr John - thanks for the continued support. Today's video was super fun, and I just love my Thorn hahah Take care of yourself!! BTW - how was the Kriss Kross?

[@johnmeyer8098]

The Kriss Kross turned out to be pretty good. I moved the blade out a little and it shaves great.

[@SubieShaves]

SHAWEET!!! I'm thrilled to hear that!!!! Much better than just an injector in it if you ask me. Much more efficient.👍👍

[@linkage12000]

Nice video, those are interesting razors. I love the Chill Mill! I use this all the time as well.

[@SubieShaves]

CHILL MILL FOR THE WIN!! I knew I liked you!! Haha

[@hattirohanza]

Just shaved my head with the Thorn, got some irritation and a cut. I used 2 feather blades, maybe I applied too much pressure shaving ?

[@SubieShaves]

Yeah 2 Feathers in the Thorn is going to be a pretty aggressive shave - definitely going to have more feel and performance. I would definitely say try a more medium sharp blade - and use less pressure. It can forsure bite.

[@stemikger]

Showing the blade with your hand behind it is a bit over done. I love the Twig, but the Thorn was too aggressive for me and it cut me several times.

[@SubieShaves]

Sorry my friend, it's one of those things - I believe it provides clarity and transparency for each razor. I know it's not for everyone, but I think it's the most honest way to gauge performance for each shave. Glad the Twig works for you, and thanks for sharing your experience with the two! Again, thanks for the comment 👍

[@MrHunnyBunny529]

Theres people that will complain about anything..

[@trumpeteer211]

@@MrHunnyBunny529yeah. What a stupid compliant.

[@ericbumphrey7922]

Hi there! I like to shave my face daily and my head once a week. I picked up a twig to do both and then found your video. I found I had to do many passes and it took a long time and still left some stubble. Do you think I would benefit more from the thorn if I only shave my head once a week? Or should I use a more aggressive blade in my twig? I'm new to safety blade shaving and figured the twig would be a good place to start. Ideally I'd like the shave to be as efficient as possible with little to no irritation. Thanks!

[@SubieShaves]

Well good morning and WELCOME to safety razor shaving!! Thank you so much for coming to the channel, and for JOINING the squad!!! Your subscription is beyond appreciated!! To be perfectly honest, the Twig is a wonderful place to start for new shavers - but even with a very sharp blade, I think getting a weeks worth of growth down will be a struggle for it. I find the Twig works great till about day 3, then I go for the Thorn. I can't say I've tried to shave off a more than 7 days growth with the Thorn though - or any razor - as the longest I have gone in-between shaves in 2 year's is 6 days. Usually I go for my leaf when I need to take down that much growth. Irritation can be caused by so many things, from blade chatter, to lather, or even pressure from pressing. I find irritation actually gets better as you learn and practice the Shave. Just my 02 cents. You can always see if leaf will do an exchange with their 30 day warranty - or you could try a sharper blade and see if that will work? Another option would be to try shaving 2-3 times a week and see if that works better. 👍🧨❤️

[@ericbumphrey7922]

@@SubieShaves thank you so much for the help!!

[@sylvanstrength7520]

So I have a Head Blade Moto S4 and a Van Der Hagen DE safety razor. It’s hard to beat the shave I can get with the Head Blade but the cartridges are expensive. With the DE, the shave is really inconsistent and takes forever if I don’t want to cut myself. I’m looking at saving up for the leaf but I’m wondering since the twig is a bit more affordable whether it would be worthwhile to get just the Twig. Also is the Twig a lot safer than a DE?

[@SubieShaves]

Some great questions here - and definitely hard to answer this without being bias, but the Twig definitely can cut you just as bad as a DE if your not careful. It's got a pre-built in angle, and a light head - so I would say it's an easier shave (for me) and a good way to learn how to approach DE Shaving. For me - the day I felt like I mastered the Twig/Thorn, was also the day I felt like I could DE entire head without issue. The Thorn really did show me form, without giving me as many cuts. So worthwhile - absolutely - but it is different than the Leaf. The Leaf is really unique - and LeafShave should be proud of their razor. It's easy to use, approachable, shaves 10x better than my Mach3 did - without irritation or expensive carts. Its also much better for me than the headblade (yellow) ever worked for me (that thing cut the crap out of my head). Everytime I use the Leaf, I get a perfect done shave - and my dad swears his shave lasts three days with his haha as a bald dude - it's a razor that's nearly impossible to beat (again my opinion here) I'll say this - a leaf shave for me - Is AS good as a perfect Slant Razor shave. Closeness, comfort - with 10x less effort. It's not a magic tool, and you still need to exercise good form and proper technique - but it'll keep up with anything in my humble opinion.

[@sylvanstrength7520]

@@SubieShaves Thanks so much! So in that regard, do you think I’d be better off keeping to what I have until I can afford the Leaf so I’m not spending money on other razors? Or do you have a recommendation?

[@theodorepapadopoulos810]

Kick ass vid. Again! I too tried the double blade today…. 2 full DE blades in my Razorock Mamba 53. I was terrified but It was really good. 😂

[@SubieShaves]

What do you know!!! Thanks for trying something new and letting me know how it went! It's not for everyone for sure - but it works wonders for me. Thanks for tuning in brother!

[@bogbel1]

I've been using a Merkur 34 C for years. Can you compare the aggressiveness of the two twigs to my Merkur? I definitely want to buy a Twig. Thanks.

[@SubieShaves]

I can't!!! The 34c is one I haven't touched sadly?!! It was always on the back burner for me. But maybe one day I'll get a 34c. 👍❤️

[@bogbel1]

@@SubieShaves Thanks for the reply anyway, Subie.

[@SubieShaves]

@@bogbel1 hey if I ever manage to get one to try I will definitely be happy to talk about it 👍 I've only ever heard great things 👍

[@peterkaufmann8579]

SuuuuuUUUUUUuuuuuuuUUUUUU BEeeeee! Gotta ask, do you have a 34C? How do those shave on comparison on efficiency?? Many love these zazors even though they're zamak but won't buy other offerings because of the zamk thing. SUPERLATIVE SHAVE BY SUPERLATIVE SUBIE!!! 👌👋👍🍻

[@SubieShaves]

I don't have that one!! I oddily don't have any of the Merkur razors!!! Even the Futur...is a Clone hahah Sorry Peter!!! I am actually hoping to eventually get a 37 slant by them 🤔🤔

[@MrJames_Bondage]

Is that copper or the gold? I don't see a copper

[@SubieShaves]

It is copper - it was a very limited run thing way back when the Thorn first came out. Sorry my friend! Love the Copper

[@MrJames_Bondage]

@@SubieShaves damn, I like it. It doesn't look like copper on video, it looks like a weathered gold, which is very nice. I'm going to get a gold version. I'm not sure which to get, I only trim cheeks and neckline, I like to keep a short beard/long stubble. My neck in only semi sensitive, but I feel like that more due to carts and I also wait for forever to replace them

[@SubieShaves]

Definitely a WONDERFUL way to ditch the cart and get better shaves. I had really sensitive skin post cart shaves - where it couldn't even be touched. It's hard, they recommend the Twig to new shaver's (not Accustomed to wetshaving) but I just love the Thorn personally. The Twig probably would be the one I'd suggest - and if you need closer shaves or more Efficiency switching to the Thorn 👍❤️

[@MrJames_Bondage]

@@SubieShaves awesome thanks, earned a sub, congrats on beating cancer btw! Must have been hell

[@SubieShaves]

@@MrJames_Bondage VERY much appreciated my friend! Thank you kindly for the sub and for the comments! Let us all know how it goes for you!! It's a awesome adventure 👍

[@FisK919]

Is the regular 3 blade leaf still the best head shaver you think?

[@SubieShaves]

Definitely one of them for me!! GOAT Status is still pending, but I definitely would put it up there for myself. Thank you for the comment!

[@petekadenz9465]

If he calmed down and talked normally, his videos might be watchable.