Supply SE Razor vs. The Thorn by Leaf Shave: Single Edge Safety Razor SHOWDOWN!

[@LeafShaveCo]

Oh man, that was just simply a delight thank you! And you should know that Leaf and Supply are very friendly 🤝 with each other 😁 we're both just happy to be making a difference out here by making good razors. Nothing wrong with a little friendly competition 💚

[@SinatraLennon]

You both make some of the finest razors I’ve ever used. Sincerely. (I will always choose the Thorn or Twig in the end) Y’all are both great!

[@wt9767]

Your leaf razor has too many moving parts and needlessly limits the blade by utilizing only one side of it. A perk of the traditional safety razor is the ability to instantly swap to the opposing, clean side of the blade. I can imagine this thing rusting up, having the screw mechanism malfunction, or otherwise messing up and negating any benefit that this novelty item might afford. Plus, who wants to break razor blades in half with their bare fingers?

[@LeafShaveCo]

@@wt9767 Thanks! Appreciate your support. It means a lot.

[@andrewdinicola]

@@wt9767 The whole point is for it to be a switch from cartridge razor and not be a traditional safety razor lol, did you know anything about that? And you can break the blade in the wrapper with no safety issue at all.

[@wt9767]

@@andrewdinicola lol who cares what it intends to be? How about you address the concerns I had about the product itself? And yes, there are certainly safety issues involved when snapping a razor covered in wax paper with your fingers.

[@GewanMadoo]

The pleasure I get from wet shaving cannot be explained fully to someone who doesn't shave that way. When I tell people about the pleasure I get from wet shaving, they often get a puzzled look, and giggle as if they are listening to a mad man, and I think I must be mad. But I sure do love it, for reasons I don't quite understand myself. All the best.

[@BetterEveryShave]

I'm really glad to see you covering SE razors a bit more on your channel. It's my preferred type of razor and I'd like to think that everyone has at least given one a try. You and I share so differently. It's one of the reasons I find your videos interesting. Thank and have a great weekend. -Eric

[@rjwrightrw30]

At the 7:00 mark and you're holding them facing each other, looked like a couple of those Rockem Sockem Robots squaring off. Good shave and have a great weekend.

[@jcshaves]

Glad there is more competition out there for cartridge razors and more options for people. Glad Mr. Lennon is watching. Hello if you happen to read this. I saw Matt at Razor Emporium talking about his Rex razor and Rex is Latin for King. A nod to vintage Gillettes. Great video.

[@Big_Tony_Speaks]

I like the Parker Solo Edge. Of course, it's the only single edge safety razor I have tried, but I like it a lot.

[@troyjenkins3886]

Shaving went from a chore to a pleasure.I really want to get a Thorn and Supply Pro.Thanks for sharing.

[@hansdampf6916]

I got the Leaf Thorn a few weeks ago and I gotta say as awesome as the whole concept is... it's too aggressive for me. Should've played it safe and went with the Twig.

[@darrengray1849]

Been using the Supply Pro for a couple of weeks now. I’m really enjoying it. It’s an efficient shaver, and I really enjoy using it. Even after using DE’s for about 6 years now. I’ve seen the Twig and Thorn before, but never got one.

[@nyrad1981]

Thank you Mr. Lennon, great video. I wish I had the thorn, looks like a great razor.

[@dwade3forMVP]

I just want to say how genuine you are. The little idiosyncrasies your character show through. With that said you remind of tim allen a ton. Thank you for the comparison of the razors. I'm testing out some safety razors and wanted to see them in action.

[@NickzAndMikz]

He reminds me of a guy I used to watch on KZbin called Generikb

[@IORIYAGAMI32]

Awesome video Sinatra!!! An excellent comparison among the different types of razor!

[@rancid216]

Still using my Twig every day. Snap Astra blades.

[@Xanduur]

I am on the leaf, a twig and a supply razor in the past. Supply razors are from Fort Worth where I live so thumbs up. I tried the supply razor three times. I sent it back twice and after the third time finally figured out what I was doing wrong. Good people to work with. I tried using the leaf on my face and it just didn’t work. It’s just too big. That thing is really for body and head. I didn’t like the feel of the twig in my hand because the bottom is so large. I wish leaf had made a single blade razor that had a pivot. At this point though, I am using the proof razor that uses a single half blade and it has a pivot!

[@koosk41]

Nice job Sir and thanks for the fun as always. Have a great weekend 👌🏻

[@alextash6853]

Happy to hear Papa Sinatra is finally watching 10yrs later 😁👌🏼 Would love to catch a live stream with him and a couple of drinks 👀 Cheers!

[@okiedokie_cool]

Great shave as always, look forward to a head to head between slants. Parker Semi Slant and Merkur slant. Also, head to head between adjustables please - Parker Variant and Pearl Flexi (both are made in India).

[@leehaseley2164]

I have a vintage type-J Schick injector that was very generously given to me by a lovely gentleman in the States, which I would otherwise not have had access to, and absolutely love. The feeling of an injector is definitely it's own thing.

[@seanstoutgamer]

Great shave as always brother!

[@Midway_Ace]

Your videos are EXCELLENT.

[@ezshmee59]

Who wins, Twig vs Rockwell 6s? Maybe that's comparing apples to oranges.

[@BartBuzz]

Another entertaining video. Great faceoff shave! I'm still trying to get the same shave with my Twig as I do with my Rockwell 6S. But I'm just not a fan of SE razors. I can't recall if you've shaved with s Henson DE. It's almost impossible to get nicked with that razor Maybe you could do a faceoff between the Henson and the Supply?

[@hopeistheanthem24]

i think i'm going to try shaving sideways on the second pass... never thought of that.. I've always gone straight against the grain on second pass but always resulted in more nicks.. Thanks my friend! Ps.. I'm loving the Supply SE by the way..

[@niksun9510]

Dang pretty much the exact matchup I was looking for a bit ago. I went with the leaf twig (regular, not thorn)

[@markthibault8579]

My first foray into DE shaving is the Rockwell 6C and I'm enjoying learning the process. However, the Leaf has me interested as it seems like the smaller head design would make it easier to navigate under my nose. It would be cool to see them both compared considering you can use the same type of blade in both.

[@pdpauldelaney]

Mark - not sure whether you sprung for the thorn, but I do think you would find it more nimble when working in such areas.

[@broxy55]

Hope you ended up getting a Leaf SE (Twig or Thorn). My first DE was a Rockwell 6C, and a couple others after that (but nothing measuring up to the RW). I use the 5 plate exclusively, and the Leaf Twig (not the Thorn, since I bought it for the wife and went with the milder Twig) is phenomenally good! Gets under the nose perfectly, where I can't get with the RW. Awesome razor!

[@petekadenz9465]

Great comparison shave. Entertaining and educational, just like you hoped.Thank you.

[@seanstoutgamer]

I'm using my electric shaver right now especially with my ear hairs!

[@BobbyMercer8218]

Another great video 📹 sinatralennon sir excellent 👏

[@lawrence1md]

For me the leaf wins. I enjoyed watching your video

[@caninedrill_instructor5861]

I recently started using a tip from Geofatboy. Do everything the same, except instead of warming up the blade, run it under cold water.

[@bobboberton3573]

Great video! Keep inspiring us teen wet shavers

[@knightmare1015]

I have the Twig and Supply Injector and I chose to remove the nick free guard for the sensitive skin head and it helped in a big way. I give the edge to the Twig/Thorn razor because you have a lot more blade choices than you do with the Supply Injector. You only have 4 blade choices with the Supply Injector versus the entire DE blade market which is about 30 different brands of blades.

[@Townsonbck]

Was thinking about the thorn. Currently a subscriber to the DSC. I shave in the shower w/o a mirror. I'm good at it bit was a little nervous with a straight edge. Think I'm going to go for it though. 👍🏻. Thanks for the Vid.

[@avuci]

Been using the twig for about a year now. Wondering if I should get the thorn since I usually only have time for one pass

[@danaochmanski]

I recently purchased a Taylor of Old Bond Street Sandalwood and was somewhat disappointed, the soap/cream worked just fine but I found there to be little fragrance. I’m not sure if this normal of their Sandalwood. Been eyeing a Twig for a while, maybe one day I will pull the trigger!

[@tonybaloney4195]

What razor did you tell Frank to use

[@mriverlands9584]

"Every time I go to shave I assume that there is somebody else on the planet shaving so I say I'm gonna' shave ... too" - Mitch Hedberg

[@robmiller54]

Nice review, have both, prefer the Henson. Could You review the Goodfellas Smile Syntesi DE razor ?

[@dehydratedculture9126]

I have stopped shaving about a month ago and I am now beard boy again

[@davidbanner425]

Excellent video thank you!👊🏽

[@terrym1065]

Neutron💈💈 Nice shave. 6 to one, half dozen the other...both razors worked good. You're gonna want an Ambassador, a Konsul and maybe an Envoy... RAD will be enabled. Enjoy!

[@pkj77]

i know i´ll stick with The TWIG the other one is expensive as hell IF i can even get it in Denmark idk, . anyways great side my side shave and video though, fun stuff too edit: i found the supply yes same price as The TWIG blades expensive though stay safe, cheers...Peter

[@nathancruz9172]

Do you like the 🍁 razor 🪒 or the double edge safety razor?

[@nigelhembery3243]

Interesting to see how you get on with the Rex ambassador; it seems blade matching can be a problem , I have the Rex Envoy and am very pleased with this one , look forward to the video

[@RobertsReviews1974]

Great! I look to buy a SE and you help me very much ! I think the first will be the Twig!

[@Dead2032]

Hello buddy great video i really enjoy it very much i hope you have a great weekend ahead

[@МыколаНетребко]

I love the Leaf Twig razor. Unfortunately, I also want to love my Rockwell razors, but I can't see to get as close shave with them as I do with my my Twig.

[@audicaltomazacre2373]

Хороший станок?

[@МыколаНетребко]

@@audicaltomazacre2373 Leaf Twig -да, хороший. Угол бритья легко найти.

[@adityakambli7]

I just recently started using a DE Razor Nicks galore 😭😭

[@SouthBronxOriginal]

Wow this was great video i learned a lot. In the process of moving from a 5 blade cartridge razor to a DE or one of these. I feel like i'm wasting money every time i buy a new box of cartridge refills. And it seems like i would get a better shave from DE or Single edge razor. I almost bought a Merkur 34c, paused looked around & saw this video The Leaf Thorn looks great both razors do. For someone is switching from a cartridge razor, where's the best place to start. I was thinking maybe i should ask someone who knows before getting one or the other. Just a though. i'd appreciate any feedback. Thanks.

[@michaelvantuinen503]

Lennon can you do another demo with your signature safty razor?

[@SinatraLennon]

Check todays video!

[@BillMcHale]

Just curious, how does blade life do on the Supply? I get about 3-4 shaves per blade from my twig, and probably 8 from my GEM G bar.

[@nobat6351]

Maneuverability d/t the half head that pivots…enough said! Wish the demand goes up so price goes down a little bit.

[@tomassalazar6209]

Sinatra lennon your just that person that everybody like/loves🥳🎉💪👨‍💻🙋‍♂️🇺🇸😎😃😁👨‍💻🏆🥇🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@toutrec9668]

Would you recommend the 6c or the Thorn to move from shavette to razor?

[@SinatraLennon]

Oooh! Hmmm, I’d be hard pressed to pick one. You can’t lose!

[@danielsmith7048]

Is the Thorn worth trying if I already own the Twig? I'm curious if there's any noticeable improvements or if it would just be a redundant purchase. I feel like the Twig already gives me some pretty close shaves.

[@StancePunk]

Imo no

[@mikeschaefer6194]

You forgot to mention the fact that there is no plastic involved with the Leaf Thorn. To me this is almost as important as the shave

[@julioserrano3672]

Where can i find the thorn by leaf razor

[@Matteo27]

Trying to decide between these two which would you recommend more for the thick beard and sensitive skin combo? I use a Rockwell once or twice a week but my neck gets cut up easily looking for something easy and efficient

[@SinatraLennon]

Hmmm, probably the Thorn. You can use a milder blade in that.

[@joerouse7908]

Is it difficult to put the blade on straight on the Thorn? I know there’s a magnet that it adheres to but what helps keep the blade straight? What if you don’t break the DE blade into even halves? What would this mean for blade exposure?

[@coolstory6193]

It’s almost impossible to not break them into even halves. I tried to purposely do it and they would always break even.

[@LeafShaveCo]

The blades don't reference off of any break points so it doesn't even have to be an even break 🤝

[@cardona54321]

There are pins on both sides of the head that the blade locates against in the cutouts, the only thing you have to check is when you are closing the head onto the blade that it is top part closes straight, sometimes you need to touch the upper part to help align it just before it contacts the blade and clamps shut. Don't let it put you off though it's dead easy to align and it's a great razor! I prefer my twig even more than my Rockwell 6c which I love too, the twig paired with permasharp SE blades is amazing! On thick stubble I find it good with a sharp blade even though it's a mild razor

[@joerouse7908]

@@cardona54321 thank you. I got the Thorn a few weeks ago and it is now pretty much the only razor I use. Loading blades is very easy, and the razor itself is easy and comfortable to use.

[@grtexas4741]

Awesome video...

[@harveyrousejr.2069]

I purchased the Supply injector razor and was disappointed with the performance. I definitely prefer my DE razors.

[@TheDragonshadow1231]

Supply SE PRO way better without nickguard with custom adjustable up till 6 for aggression. If you newbie go for normaly supply SE basic, for Pro go for DE or supply SE PRO

[@203_Boy]

The difference for the Thorn is in the Blade. Sharper blade, smoother finish. The Leaf Razors are essentially just handles. You choose the blade that goes into the handle.

[@chrisn9902]

I love the feel of the supply but no matter what I do I can’t get a close shave very annoying.

[@SinatraLennon]

Try a safety razor!

[@ThelastPantheist]

Why the fuck! Am I finding this dude shave entertaining and enlightening at the same time! Think our generation have lost something that this bloke still got 👍🏻

[@leehaseley2164]

SinatraLennon: the inventor of the all new identi-nick technique

[@leehaseley2164]

Hi Papa Sinatra👋👋👋👋👋👋👋

[@mikeisgettinupset]

I have both a Flexi and a Rex, and I personally find the Flexi more comfortable.

[@gorachand1235]

Use the Rockwell in the next shave

[@peeper4life315]

I just realized you have the bird box eyes but naturally

[@SinatraLennon]

What is that?!

[@peeper4life315]

@@SinatraLennon look up ‘the bird box eyes’ it’s a movie on Netflix, and you look like you’ve seen the thing

[@kirkbest3238]

There’s a twig razor too

[@robertbankers8003]

Sinatra Sr, how ya doin

[@coolstory6193]

I saw a comment from you on Geofatboys Gillette fatboy shave video from 10 years ago lol. You said something about your Gillette 1918 being more aggressive than the fatboy lol.

[@royster1957]

Hey phils

[@bladerazor9229]

if i am correct you are a voice actor right???

[@SinatraLennon]

That’s right!

[@bladerazor9229]

@@SinatraLennon can you tell us more about your voice acting in the next video?!?

[@antoniokinsey4041]

BYW, which is YOUR favorite, everyday, go to razor? Do you have a video on that?

[@bladerazor9229]

@@antoniokinsey4041 idk if you're asking me or the creator but if you are asking me i would say parker 99r its amazing if the blade is 2 days dull no nicks after 2-3 days of use but at the start when the blade is new you have to be slightly careful

[@rickfm4109]

In all fairness the thorn is not a single edge. It’s a half a De. The blade is not of injector or ac design.

[@zidrunasrimkus3972]

👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@amac5625]

No way you can say breaking a blade in half and grabbing the exposed blade and putting into a razor is better than just sliding a blade in. Also far greater chance of cutting yourself. Also I hope you realize the supply is meant to prevent nicking. I would say for people who don't like bleeding and singing, the learning curve is greater with the leaf since it your angle is off you're not likely to cut yourself.

[@leehaseley2164]

SinatraLennon: sticking it in the slot whilst on camera😉

[@latifesmer7251]

🇹🇷👍

[@ThePhilvantwo]

Phil Collins, are you on the toilet again? 🤣🤣

[@BobbyMercer8218]

Just got out the shower unfortunately I didn't have my phone with me LOL

[@ThePhilvantwo]

First!!

[@BobbyMercer8218]

First 😀

[@ThePhilvantwo]

You were second!!

[@BobbyMercer8218]

@@ThePhilvantwo was i ? Ok I'll let you have that one LOL 😆