Do any guys out there use old-school single-blade razors and brushes for shaving, and if so, how's it working?

Question

I'm currently using a brush and 3-blade razor, but I'm thinking of switching old-school, since I have heard it give a closer and less irritating shave. Just looking for other people's experiences.

Answer 1

single blade works well and it is a cleaner and closer cut...try it and see if u like it...u'll love it and will never go back to the old one again...

Answer 2

if its a cut throat your after. be you go any where near your face you need to be able to shave shaving cream off  a fully blown up balloon with out it popping. this is not a joke. your skin is like this balloon if you nick your skin i will pop too. it will take a few week of practice. good luck i have used one before and love using them there close and smooth.

Answer 3

I no longer use single blade razor as I find the multi blade ones are better on my skin

I do occasionally use brush , but for the majority of times I just use a shave gel or foam that is good quality and for sensitive skin type  

Answer 4

I use a brush and shaving soap - but will never go back to a single blade razor and still use the Mach 3.  

The only way that I would is if it were a professional barber doing a shave with a real blade (what is sometimes call the Cut Throat Blade).  I have tried this on my own - they have to be pretty sharp at all times to get a good shave.    

A disposable single blade is like using a cheese grater on your face.