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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Best Safety Razors for Women: Gentle, Close, and Eco-Friendly
After 15 years in the wet shaving world, I have found the best safety razors for women – gentle on skin, close results, zero plastic…
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Best Double-Edge Razor Blades in 2026: Sharpest, Smoothest, and Best for Sensitive Skin
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Parker 99R Safety Razor Review (2026)
Parker 99R safety razor reviewed after 90 shaves. Thomas Hargrove, 30-year barber, gives his complete verdict on this $30 butterfly razor.
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How to Load a Safety Razor Blade Without Cutting Yourself
experienced wet shaver and collector Thomas Hargrove shares the exact technique he used for long-term wet-shaving experience to load a safety razor blade safely. Master this in minutes.
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Best Shaving Creams for Safety Razors: Tested Pairings (2026)
After 15 years of wet shaving, tested hundreds of razor and cream pairings. 7 best shaving creams for safety razors with pros, cons, and top…
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The Art of Lathering: How to Build the Perfect Shaving Lather
You can have the best safety razor on the market, the finest shaving soap, and a brush that cost more than your first car —…