{"id":53342,"date":"2022-02-09T10:20:55","date_gmt":"2022-02-09T15:20:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/?p=53342"},"modified":"2023-08-17T14:12:37","modified_gmt":"2023-08-17T18:12:37","slug":"what-is-an-adjustable-safety-razor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/what-is-an-adjustable-safety-razor\/","title":{"rendered":"What is an Adjustable Safety Razor"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The adjustable safety razor is a modified version of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/what-is-a-safety-razor\/\">standard double edge safety razor<\/a>.&nbsp; With an adjustment mechanism, typically a dial, this razor type allows you to change the blade exposure which directly impacts the aggressiveness of the shave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today we&#8217;ll share with you more details about the adjustable safety razor, including the design, key advantages, and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"design-details\">Design Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the notable design details to know when learning about the adjustable safety razor:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"blade-gap\">Blade Gap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The area between the mount and the razor blade is the blade gap.&nbsp; Increasing the blade gap results in a more aggressive shave. Conversely, narrowing the gap will make the shave milder suitable for sensitive skin or beginners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"adjustment-mechanism\">Adjustment Mechanism<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>How you adjust the blade gap will vary from one razor to another and generally falls into three categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Continuous Adjustment<\/strong>: With a variable dial built into the razor handle, a continuous adjustment allows you to fine-tune the blade gap to your preference.\u00a0 You&#8217;ll find this method of adjustment on popular razors, including the Merkur Futur, Parker Variant, and Merkur Progress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step Increments<\/strong>: Rather than fine-tuning the blade gap to your preferred aggressiveness, step increments allow you to quickly adjust the blade gap for your facial hair or skin type.&nbsp; The step increment can be found in the Feather Adjustable Double Edge Shaving Razor and Parker Adjustable Injector razor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Interchangeable Blade Mounts<\/strong>: Rather than relying on moving parts, interchangeable blade mounts offer another way to change the blade gap.&nbsp; Brands such as Rockwell Razors include several different base plates with their razors that will change the aggressiveness of the razor depending on which blade mount you are using.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"who-likes-to-use-adjustable-safety-razors\">Who likes to use adjustable safety razors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While adjustable razors tend to be used by wet shaving enthusiasts, they are also suitable for beginners.&nbsp; Here are a few primary reasons why adjustable safety razors are worth considering:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Razor Bumps<\/strong>: If you&#8217;re susceptible to razor bumps, just about any safety razor will do an excellent job of preventing them from forming.&nbsp; When set to a mild setting, the razor won&#8217;t be as aggressive, resulting in a light stubble.&nbsp; When a slight stubble remains, ingrown hairs won&#8217;t be a problem.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sensitive Skin<\/strong>: Men who experience razor burn or have sensitive skin often enjoy a comfortable experience that a low setting on the adjustable safety razor can provide.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Thin &amp; Thick Facial Hair<\/strong>: Adjustable safety razors work well no matter what your facial hair thickness might be.&nbsp; Generally, thinner facial hair works well for a milder setting, whereas coarse facial hair works well a high setting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"adjustable-safety-razor-vs-regular-safety-razor\">Adjustable Safety Razor vs. Regular Safety Razor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Compared to a regular or non-adjustable, double edge safety razor, there are a few yet important differences between these two types of razors.&nbsp; Here&#8217;s what they are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pieces\">Pieces<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The adjustable and standard safety razor are typically available in one, two, or three pieces.&nbsp; The one-piece, also known as the butterfly style razor, allows you to quickly change the razor blade with a simple twist of the knob that opens up the razor head, exposing the blade.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With two or three pieces, both safety razors will have a removable razor cap and perhaps a removable blade mount.&nbsp; There is no immediate advantage of one type over the other.&nbsp; Some may argue that the fewer moving parts, the less likely the razor will break or wear down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aggressiveness\">Aggressiveness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The most significant advantage that the adjustable has over the regular safety razor is, of course, the adjustment of the blade gap.&nbsp; When buying a traditional safety razor, if you aren&#8217;t satisfied with the shave performance or are experiencing irritation, then you have limited options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"learning\">Learning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the advantages of the adjustable over a regular safety razor is that some models are more beginner-friendly.&nbsp; By adjusting the blade angle to the mildest setting, you are less likely to cut yourself while shaving.&nbsp; As your confidence in technique improves, you can set the razor to a higher setting for closer results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"composition\">Composition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The metal used in the razor will vary from one brand to the next. For example, some razors, such as the Rockwell 6S, have a stainless steel body that&#8217;ll last a lifetime, whereas brands such as Merkur often use chrome-plated Zamak.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"passes\">Passes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When shaving with either type of safety razor, to get close results, one can shave in three different directions: with the grain, across the grain, and against the grain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When using an adjustable safety razor, you can get close results by simply changing the blade gap for the first pass and every other subsequent pass.&nbsp; This allows for better efficiency while still achieving close results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"compatible-razor-blades\">Compatible Razor Blades<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the leading reasons folks consider safety razors is their long-term cost savings. \u00a0 Adjustable safety razors rely on affordable double edge blades with a universal blade fitting.\u00a0 One exception to this would be the Parker Adjuster Injector &#8211; this razor uses injector-style razor blades &#8211; of which only a few types of blades exist &#8211; however, they are still relatively affordable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"using-the-right-shaving-creams-soaps\">Using the Right Shaving Creams &amp; Soaps&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While you could use a canned shave gel with adjustable safety razors and get satisfactory results, we recommend investing in high-quality shaving cream or shaving soap.\u00a0 Better shaving cream will generate a slick lubricating base paired with a cushion that&#8217;ll allow the blade to glide and cut hairs with relative ease.\u00a0 Additionally, good shaving cream will also rely on only a few ingredients, perfect for those with sensitive skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"who-makes-adjustable-safety-razors\">Who Makes Adjustable Safety Razors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Given that the adjustable safety razor market is relatively small, the number of brands is limited, with the most notable being as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Feather<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Merkur<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rockwell<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wrap-up\">Wrap Up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope that this article was helpful in understanding more about this niche shaving tool and some of its notable advantages.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The adjustable safety razor is a modified version of the standard double edge safety razor.&nbsp; With an adjustment mechanism, typically a dial, this razor type allows you to change the &#8230; <a title=\"What is an Adjustable Safety Razor\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/what-is-an-adjustable-safety-razor\/\" aria-label=\"More on What is an Adjustable Safety Razor\"> <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":62821,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[988],"tags":[998],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/53342"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=53342"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/53342\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":66120,"href":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/53342\/revisions\/66120"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/62821"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=53342"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=53342"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=53342"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}