ClassicBlade – Safety Razor & Wet Shaving
A experienced wet shaver’s guide to safety razors, wet shaving technique, and traditional grooming
Welcome to Classicblade
I’m Thomas Hargrove, and this site is my guide to safety razor and wet shaving. Everything here is based on real testing, genuine experience, and honest assessment — no sponsored fluff.
Latest Articles
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How to Strop a Straight Razor: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
I ruined my grandfather’s 1959 Gillette straight razor within the first week of using it—not from shaving, but from skipping
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Shaving Soap vs Shaving Cream: Which Gives a Better Lather?
Shaving Soap vs Shaving Cream: Which Gives a Better Lather? After 23 years of wet shaving, I can tell you
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Best Wet Shaving Starter Kits for Men in 2026
Best Wet Shaving Starter Kits for Men in 2026 After 23 years of wet shaving and testing over 300 razors,
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Complete Wet Shaving Routine for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Workflow
Complete Wet Shaving Routine for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Workflow A proper wet shaving routine takes 10-15 minutes and follows a
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Maggard Wet Shaving Meet 2026
Maggard Wet Shaving Meet 2026: A Complete Guide for April 25, 2026 In my 23 years of wet shaving, I’ve
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Vintage vs Modern Safety Razors: Is Old Hardware Actually Better?
I’ve spent 23 years testing over 300 safety razors, and here’s the truth: vintage razors aren’t inherently better than modern