TOP 5 DOUBLE EDGE RAZOR BLADES

What constitutes a good shave come down to a few good key factors.

Sharpness

( How easily the blade cuts though the hair )

Longevity

( How long the sharpness last )

Smoothness

( How comfortable the shave feels )

Consistency

( Quality from blade to blade )

Price

( Do you save when you shave? )

---

Let’s Get Started

With these parameters in mind we have complied what we believe are the top five double edge razor brands to look out for in 2020 and beyond. With some OG brands like Gillette that have paved the way all the way to fresh new brands like Proxima Shave that are innovating the way forward . This list is worthy for the professional barber and for those at home that take their shaving seriously. 

---

Feather 

\ Hight Quality at a High Cost \

Feather double edge razor blades are notorious for their quality.  The brand has generations of experience in the men’s shaving world. However, with the high quality comes a very high price tag!  With companies like Proxima Shave, Astra, and others mentioned in this article, coming in so close in terms of over all quality, it begs us to ask the question; does the extremely high price justify the quality?

8 / 10 Overal Rating

10 / 10 Sharpness

9 / 10 Longevity

9 / 10  Smoothness 

9 / 10  Consistency 

3 / 10  Price

Proxima Shave

/ Best of All Worlds /

The new big kid on the block! Proxima Shave have recently made their appearance on the scene in mid 2019. With their Platinum Xtra 2 times Platinum and Teflon coating is no wonder why they are growing in popularity amongst professional barbers across US and parts of Europe. According to various customer reviews, these are one of the longest lasting, sharpest and constant double edge razor blades on the market. They actually let new customers try their razor blades for free!

9 / 10 Overal Rating

10 / 10 Sharpness

9 / 10 Longevity

8 / 10  Smoothness 

9 / 10  Consistency 

8 / 10  Price

---

Dorco

\ Can’t Complain…  \

Dorco has always had a slight stigma for being an entry level razor blades that dulls fast and doesn’t have that initial sharpness.  Usually reserved for those just getting into shaving or barber school. However, over the past few years they have made a slight comeback appearing on some barbers stations. 

5.8 / 10 Overal Rating

5 / 10 Sharpness

5 / 10 Longevity

6 / 10  Smoothness 

5 / 10  Consistency 

8 / 10  Price

---

Gillette

\ Household Name \

Gillette is a home name due to their extensive marketing on TV and sports (not to mention they own a football stadium!) They have moderate to good sharpens at the start of the shave and gradually dull. Rarely do professional barbers use Gillette razor blades for shaving. (excluding other brands owned by them) However, they are a good default for the home consumer.

6.8 / 10 Overal Rating

6 / 10 Sharpness

6 / 10 Longevity

7 / 10  Smoothness 

8 / 10  Consistency 

7 / 10  Price

---

Astra

\ Just made the list \

Astra have been a great starting point for a quality shave.  They are good for those that like a good classic home shave.  Although they are not a majority favorite they are sometimes used in barbershops. According to online reviews you are able to get a few solid shaves out of a double edge razor blade.

6.4 / 10 Overal Rating

7 / 10 Sharpness

7 / 10 Longevity

7 / 10  Smoothness 

6 / 10  Consistency 

5 / 10  Price

---

Which is the best razor blade?

In conclusion it all comes down to what the people are saying. Some of these brands have generations in the shaving world and others are brand new and innovative. We can’t wait to see what is in store in the 2020s for the shaving world. What did you guys think of our list?  Any brands surprise you?  Submit your comments below!

Subscribe to be notified when we post!