Leaf Shave | Thorn Razor, Black - All-Metal, Eco-Friendly Shaver for Men & Women; Includes 5 Stainless Steel Single-Edge Blades; Recommended for Face Shaving Coarser Hair

First impression and TLDR headline: Get the Thorn Razor Set (different listing here on Amazon) with the base, 55 blades and used blade tin for $20 or more. These razors actually live up to the hype and are fantastic for anyone looking for a mild to medium shave.Longer version: I have tested dozens of single and double edge razors, from the Gillette Fat Boy, Slim Adjustable and Merkur 34c (all outstanding) to the modern Supply (WAY overrated) and Parker Solo-Edge (cut myself every single shave). I also spent years in the disposable world, using everything from Gillette Mach 3 to Fusion 5, Harry's and the Dorco blades that are sold as Dollar Shave Club.None of them compare to the Leaf razors. None!After trying the Thorn, Twig and Leaf Leaf (so confusing), I find the Thorn to be a clear winner.LEAF: It's really not for face shaving because the head is going to be too big to fit under the nose of most people. Bummer, because the choice of using 1, 2, or 3 blades is pretty cool ... and actually works.TWIG: It really is a mild shaver, and perfect for anyone just beginning to dabble in the world of safety razors. I have a rather thick, fast-growing beard, and the Twig shaved casual close. Great for weekends when you want to look shaved but don't mind a little stubble after a few hours. For anyone from the Gillette adjustable world, this would be about a 1 or 2 setting.THORN: Best of all worlds. The extra .2mm or blade exposure from the Twig makes a big difference. The name Thorn suggests a level of sharpness that's a big exaggerated. You're basically jumping from a mild shave to a medium shave, which equates to about a 4 on a Gillette Fat Boy or Slim Adjustable.If you demand an extremely close shave and max out your adjustable razors and can only live with Feather blades, the Thorn, Twig and Leaf are not for you.PRO TIPS: Buy quality double-edge blades and break them in half (while still in the protective paper). They're cheaper and last forever. Also, if you end up flying with any safety razor, it must be placed in checked luggage or have no blade in your carryon.For anyone just starting out in the safety razor world, you might want to consider the Twig but will probably want to graduate to the Thorn. You MUST keep in mind that as mild as these razors are, they demand a different technique. You've probably read this before, but you need to let the razor do the work, applying virtually no pressure and letting the blade glide across your skin. Go strictly with the grain at first until you get the hang of it and after a few shaves, start working against the grain until you get the technique down.Ending on the tip that I started with: Get the Thorn Razor Set (or the Twig Razor Set, if you prefer). For just $20 more, you get a matching stand, 55 blades (the standalone razor comes with just 5) and a tin container to store your used blades for recycling.

I’ve been using a DE safety razor for a few years now. (King Gillette, Merkur, and Parker Variant). I was in the market for a new razor, so I was leaning heavily towards the Rockwell 6S, but then came across the Leaf Thorn and Twig.So, I decided to purchase both the Rockwell and the Thorn.I have had them a few days, shaved with both of them and happy to say that the Thorn is now my new go to razor. Very smooth and precise.Don’t get me wrong, the Rockwell is a fine and extremely well made DE razor, so it was a close contender.However, I love the precision of the Thorn and the ability to get under my nose. You just can’t do that with a DE razor.Now, if I ever decide to shave my head I will be sure to take a look at the Leaf triple blade.

This is the best razor ever made, for face and underarms, yeah I do shave my underarms so my deodorants work 100%, I recommend this razor 1000000 times. Leaf razor are the best, the leaf with 3 blades pivoting head is perfect for my head

This razor surprised me with a very smooth shave. However, there is a learning curve. The razor is all metal, heavier and has a different feel than a multi-blade disposable plastic razor. At first I had several cuts. After several shaves I have had no cuts but it took some patience.Blades are easy to find in just about any grocery store. The double edged blades are inexpensive and break perfectly in half easily. I am liking this razor more every shave. And, it will save money over time.

I ordered the Leaf Thorn and paired it with a Feather DE razor blade—it slices through my beard like a laser. The key is to let the razor do the work: don’t apply pressure, just use its natural weight. Keep the handle close to your face to achieve that baby-smooth finish. A quality shaving soap makes a big difference, and I get the best results by doing two passes.