BAILIClassic 3-Piece Double Edge Safety Razor Wet Shaving for Men Women with Platinum Blade and Mirrored Travel Case BD176

I started using an old school safety razor about 6 years ago after I got fed up with the big razor manufacturers doing nothing but increasing the amount of blades and adding fancy gimmicks while astronomically increasing the price. I started with the Feather Double Edge Shaving Razor. It was a cheap buy at $20 and had good reviews since I didn't want something too expensive or aggressive. Gave me the smoothest shaves I had in years. I still had to be careful since it was quite easy to nick yourself but it was still a pretty good quality safety razor even if it was mostly plastic. It finally started giving me a lot of problems and decided it was time to upgrade.The first one I tries was the WEISHI Safety Razor Double Edge Nostalgic Long Handle Butterfly Open Razor. It had great reviews in the 10s of thousands and people mentioned what a great shave it gave. When I got it and did my first pass, it was PAINFUL. It felt like rubbing 120 grit sandpaper across my face. I thought the problem was the cheaper blades so I put a Feather blade that had always given me a really smooth shave but it was the same deal. A very aggressive shave that was uncomfortable. I tried the blades it came with in my old Feather razor and they shaved quite well so definitely not the blades. Next I tried the Double Edge Safety Razor by VIKINGS BLADE, Fat & Short Handle. It was a great improvement over the Weishi but it was still not as smooth was the Feather razor. I used it for about a year figuring that I just had to learn how to use the razor and even though it did a fairly good job it just wasn't as smooth a shave even with all the face prep I do before I shave.I saw this one and for $10 I decided to take a chance....and it has paid off!. This razor shaves just as smooth as the Feather razor. Even though it is metal the nickel alloy does not transmit heat into the whole body like some all metal/steel safety razors do. One thing about this that is quite different is that instead of twisting the handle to open the head clamshell style the top of the head unscrews off so you put the blade in and then screw it back on again. So far this design looks quite reliable since I don't have to worry about the head mechanism not opening or closing properly the older it gets.It's a fairly heavy razor, but not too much. Just enough for you to not so much press it but press the weight against your skin at at 45 degree angle.For anyone looking for their first safety razor I can say I highly recommend this one if you are on a budget or don't want to spend a ton of money on one and decide it's not for you but, I am quite certain after a few uses you will never go back to one of those overpriced knucklehead razors again ( even thought I admit I still keep a few around for those times I do need a quick shave :-) )

Shaves really well, surprisingly so considering how low cost it is. I bought this mainly for the travel case (which incidentally my Vikings Blade Chieftain fits into absolutely perfectly, almost as if the case was designed for it..........), the razor was a nice bonus item for me, and I'm impressed. Only complaint is that hair/soap does not rinse out as easily as the Chieftain, so I need to rinse more frequently while shaving to keep the blade clear. The wider head geometry is nice too so that it's easy to hold while loosening/tightening the handle to change out the blade. Really great value, buy this along with a 100 pack of blades for under $10. Quality shaving gear doesn't get more economical than this. Stop wasting your money on expensive cartridges.

I was pleasantly surprised by this razor. Prior to this, I shaved for many years with a Merkur 34c and a Edwin Jagger DE89. And coming from those razors, I would say it is of equal fit and finish and of superior design. The head holds the blade very rigidly and exposes little of the edge. The shave is mild and very efficient (removes a lot of hair in a pass). And because it easily breaks down into three pieces, it’s a breeze to keep clean. My only criticism is the handle is too smooth for my liking. I prefer knurled texturing and will likely switch it out (the heads and handles are supposedly compatible with many manufacturers). This is a good razor for new and experienced users. The mild shave does require some adjustment and extra care on the angle to ensure that it’s close. An added bonus is the case is excellent. It securely holds the razor, has a space under the handle for blades, and includes a mirror in the top lid, so you can use it almost anywhere when traveling.

I love going back to a well-made razor. Heavy and easy to use.

This was my first double-edged razor and I am in love! I will never need to purchase a different one ever again. This lasts, I have had no problems, and I like how the two sides are covered for extra safety. The case it comes in is handy, as well. I use this to shave my legs and arms as I am a woman who is trying to be zero waste. I love this way more than disposable and nondisposable razors. I have THICK hair and a lot of it. It also grows back very fast, as in by the end of the day after shaving my legs in the morning, I will have stubble. You would think I would prefer razors with 5+ blades in them as advertised in drugstores, but I love this one much better. In fact, it shaves so much better. I used to use the Gillette mach 5 razors which I would never go back to after this. One thing is that I do not recommend using the blade included. When ordering, order yourself a different pack of razors. I went to Target and go the razors they sell in the Men's section. The one included in here made me get razor burn, after looking at other reviews I decided to try it out with a different blade and boy, did I wish I tried that in the first place. You can recycle these blades as well, just cut a slit into a can of broth, empty the broth out, and add them into the can to add in the blades like a little piggy bank! I also want to add that I love how it is a short handle, which I thought I may have no liked as much because I am using this to shave my legs. However, I feel like I have a lot more control with this short handle. So there you go, it's perfect!

New to double edge shaving and I wanted an everyday shaver on the cheap. I found this too mild and had to go over my face 3-4 times to get it done with an Astra SP blade. Am returning this item in hopes to find one best suited to my needs. On the positive, this has a great price and solid build. Looks a LOT more expensive than the price. Very hefty and looks better in person than in the photos. Great grip and blade fits securely. Travel case is a nice touch. Three stars because for my own needs and beard it didn’t shave as efficiently as I hoped. But might work for someone else.