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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Does Razor Burn Go Away the More You Shave
Yes, razor burn usually gets better as your technique improves, but it does not go away simply because you shave
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How long should I test a blade before deciding if it’s right for me?
I?ve tested enough blades over the last 23 years to know that most shavers decide too early. If you want
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Can the Same Blade Feel Different Over Time or in Different Conditions?
I have been wet shaving for 23 years, and I can tell you the short answer is yes: the same
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Do Expensive Blades Perform Better Than Budget Options?
I have been wet shaving for 23 years, and after testing more than 300 razors, I can answer this one
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Do I Need to Break in New Blades?
I get this question a lot, especially from shavers moving from cartridges to a safety razor: Do I need to
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Should I Remove the Blade After Every Shave?
I have learned the hard way that razor burn usually comes from bad pressure, bad prep, or the wrong blade