It is not surprising that the expression “a close shave” is used to describe a dangerous, often near-death experience. Trusting another person with a sharp blade up against your neck in any other ...

Most of us learn how to shave with a cartridge razor, which has a pretty simple learning curve—call it the “automatic transmission” of the best razors. From there, many guys level up to the safety ...

FOR A LONG time, I saw straight razors more as weapons than as grooming tools. Maybe it was Sweeney Todd, maybe it was the ear-cutting scene from Reservoir Dogs, but these nifty blades always seemed ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Like getting a haircut, shaving isn't a one-size-fits-all process, but having the ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." This comes down to the design. A straight razor is a single, exposed blade that folds into its handle and ...