Parker Solo Edge vs Yaqi Tachi SE shave off & reviews. Single edge razor show down.

[@Leenunes007]

Great video, John! I don't understand how so many people can get away with shaving at night or multiple days. Now that my beard grows in gray & white, I look like I've been drinking out of a paper bag if I don't shave. If I had to skip, I'd still do my neck to make it look like an intentional stubble beard. I do skip days on my head though. I often only do that once a week, so it's not necessarily efficiency that I look for, but blade gap so I can rinse easier. That's where a GEM 1912 really shines. SEs are nice in general for head shaving because you don't have to worry about the back side of the blade getting your ears.

[@Stubblemeetssteel]

@leenunes 🤣🤣 2-3 days growth I look homeless too. I can get away with shaving at night by the end of the next work day starting to get the 5 o’clock shadow. If I don’t shave that next day ppl ask if I’m growing my beard back out. I get many want to know if a razor is capable of mowing down grown but for me it is not my main criteria for a razor. Efficiency with low irritation is what I’m after.

[@theodorepapadopoulos810]

Johnny-boy!! You HAVE to do a review of the High Proof for us. It’s milder than what you like but the efficiency is shocking. I’ve literally TRIED to irritate my skin using it and I can’t.

[@Stubblemeetssteel]

@theodorepapadopoulous810 I honestly forgot about that razor until you mentioned it. I would like to try that one!

[@petekadenz9465]

Another great comparison shave John. Many thanks!

[@okiedokie_cool]

Nice shave John, thanks for posting this comparison.

[@Stubblemeetssteel]

@okiedokie_cool my pleasure hope you liked it.

[@drytool]

I get too much irritation if I shave everyday, but every other day works and keeps me looking clean shaven.

[@Stubblemeetssteel]

@drytool that’s what counts is you have found what works best for you. Thanks for watching.

[@christopheratkinson635]

Great review. I appreciate your reviews. You never seem to have a dog in the race and keep it well-balanced! Can you suggest any well priced heavy knurled stainless handle options that would work well to increase efficiency of many different razor heads?

[@Stubblemeetssteel]

@christopheratkinson635 I really like razorrocks handles. They are a great value! If you are not in a hurry get on their mailing list or check for sales. They often run sales on the handles. The knurling is fantastic & 316l stainless. I have the ufo, barber pole, bulldog, HD. I enjoy them all. The ufo & barber pole look great & the barber pole has some of the best grip of any handle I’ve ever held. They are the common 5MM thread. Some razors like Yates use 10/32 but it’s not nearly as common as 5mm is.

[@christopheratkinson635]

@@Stubblemeetssteel funny you should say that. I was just looking at the Italian Barber site last night. I couldn't believe how inexpensive those razors were with 316s handle. RazoRock had one heck of a vendor on that. I think I might order the SLOC with heavy knurling. You are on a content roll! 💪💪

[@avishekchakrabarty2560]

Not seeing anymore Gem razor shaves?

[@Stubblemeetssteel]

@avishekchakrabarty2560 my Gem friend what would you like to see next? I am going to compare the Parker solo edge to shield Gem head next. Being honest I think only think the micromatic open comb is efficient enough to take on the solo edge. Not sure a featherweight would win the efficiency contest.

[@JayTekkenX]

Lol I think we have a good overlap on our razor collections. I also have a Tachi but have yet to shave with it. I've been ordering razors faster than my frequency of shaving 😂 I only shave face/head like once or twice a week, just due to time and i guess growth speed. I also enjoy shaving at night/evening, more time to enjoy. I go for BBS like you so it lasts for awhile. I also have a DScosmetic Mars SE razor. From what I read it's a milder/less blade feel than the Tachi but I have yet to confirm it myself.

[@Stubblemeetssteel]

@jaytekkenX I haven’t found a SE razor I love. The tachi, thorn, Parker are pretty good but I don’t love any of them. So far the AC bladed razors seem better than SE ones.

[@JayTekkenX]

@@Stubblemeetssteel yea I have a Supply SE I'm still working on learning. Just wanted a modern day injector for the collection. If I enjoy the Supply planning on getting the Razorock Hawk V3. I also plan on getting a Feather kamisori down the line so the blades would work for both.

[@boostedbliss07MK5]

@@JayTekkenXI’ve wanted to try the supply razors. I see them used sometimes. How do you like it? I had the hawk v2. I like the shield or yaqi Romulus OC better. I also have a feather kamisori. When I want to cut the shit out of my face I use it 🤣🤣🤣

[@JayTekkenX]

​@@boostedbliss07MK5I've only had one shave with it, but I enjoyed the rigidness of the blade compared to DE razors. I prefer mild razors so it had a little bit more blade feel to me than like say the Leaf Thorn but was pretty efficient (had quite a few weepers at the end of 3 passes tho). I have a Goodfellas' Smile Kamisori waiting in the wings. Gonna probably get some more practice with the SE razors to get used to the blade feel before I try it 😂 plenty of styptic pencils on standby as well 👌

[@Stubblemeetssteel]

@jaytekkenx definitely have styptic pencils on hand!

[@greenerick]

Although many people use cartridge razors for shaving due to heavy advertising, nothing can surpass the quality and effectiveness of a safety razor. Single-edge safety razors, in particular, offer even greater savings on razor blades. By the way, that was an excellent video.

[@Stubblemeetssteel]

@greenerick couldn’t agree more. Love shaving so much more since I went single blade. Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching.

[@alspencer2794]

How many ounces are in the soap you used? Another nice comparison. Thanks

[@Stubblemeetssteel]

@alspemcer2794 the tubs do not say how much they are filled up with. Easily 4oz for sure.

[@drytool]

If I go backpacking for a week or so, I'll do a pass with a straight razor first. That way it cuts the same, no matter how long my growth is.

[@petekadenz9465]

People’s hair grows at different rates. My beard grows very fast and so have to shave every day.

[@gululala4351]

Bro what razor is best to choose for underarms and pubic hair?any u know of?

[@Stubblemeetssteel]

@guluala4351 those are obviously both sensitive areas. If you have never tried a double edge razor I would suggest a cheap one to start. The Bali 176 or 178 is a good smooth & forgiving razor that’s $10 on Amazon. I would also suggest a blade sampler pack off Amazon to try. Blades are not all the same & some are much smoother and less irritating than others. Yet what blade I like you make get different results so try a sampler pack.

[@MrWansty]

i think in a short time yaqi will offer something similar in price and design to the parker

[@Stubblemeetssteel]

@mrwantsy I feel they already have enough SE options as they have several zamac se heads for under $10. SE is always less sales than DE so they probably focus more on DE.