Changed my Shaving System
Tuesday, January 09, 2007
I forgot to bring my Gillette shaver to PGP. And darn, the shavers in Georgie's Mart is so over-priced. I saw a gilttering copper box on the shelf while shopping there, it says: Shanghai Flying Eagle Razor Blade Factory (translated): $2. Heck, I thought I might just make do with the cheap double-edged razor (and maybe suffer some razor burn, nicks and cuts) until I reach home on Sat. The razor looked a little itimidating to use initially, I had to unfold the thin razor from the paper package, unscrew the holder and secure the blade to the handle. This is quite unlike the convenience of modern cartridge twin, triple or quad blade shavers. Surprise! Shaving with this razor is an enjoyment in itself, I like the control which I must exert to get a good shave. You really gotta be careful with this "safety razor" and the shaving result is quite smooth.
This razor is one seriously old piece of technology and was invented in 1895 (telephone was invented in 1876). And yup, it has picked up another follower even though there have been multiple redesigns, hundreds of millions of dollars in development and marketing costs, and a thoroughly confused and frustrated consuming public. I am going to stick to this old-school shaving system for a very long time.
P.S. I didn't suffer from any razor burns, nicks and cuts from the first shave!
posted byWilliam at 8:40 PM