Cut-Throat Shavette Razor

As far as shavettes go this is easily the best of them. I tried the Parker version, Dovo, some other generic one I got from a local beauty supply store. This one far exceeds all of them. I will say I do not use this regularly. I use a traditional straight razor most of the time and I got this for taking on the road. While it does have a bit more heft than a typical shavette it still does not feel like a real straight. But it gives a fantastic shave if you know how to handle it. It can be less forgiving than a straight razor because DE blades are sharper and little mistakes are more likely to bite you. But once you get the hang of it you will get a great shave with this razor. It is well made and well designed. I noticed some have complained about too much blade being exposed. I think it is just fine. It just puts more responsibility on you to control the blade. This is a great shaver and if you don't want to bother with maintaining a traditional straight razor this is a very reasonable alternative.

I really like this straight razor. It's fairly inexpensive, decently stylish, and gets the job done. I picked up a box of shark half blades that seem to fit well and deliver a great controlled shave.The only thing say negatively about this straight razor is that the handle feels light and cheap which kind of throws off the balance of the blade end. Don't get me wrong when I say it feels cheap. I travel often and I put this through the test for how many times I've dropped it and it is very durable. With that said I still highly recommend this for the price.

It’s a pretty good Shavette. It has a nice weight and holds the blade nice and secure. I suggest using precut de blades, because for some strange reason, the blade is overexposed when using the regular de blades. I use the precut derby blades. The handle is plastic, but seems very durable, and the blade holder is a nice stainless steel (not sure). I would lightly oil the blade holder just incase to prevent any type of rusting. It arrived fast, on time, and the only complaint I have is that the blade holder was scratched, but that doesn’t compromise the shave.

This thing is fantastic! Shaves smooooooth, no cuts, no razor burn, gets into smaller places (like under the nostrils) better than a conventional razor, and the blade lasts much, much longer. I got a variety pack of blades for this thing. Based on my experience so far, I will expire before I use all of the razor blades, and I'm only in my early 40's. Plus the logo is just badass.I began looking for a traditional straight edge, but since I found this, I have no need. For the cost of a good straight edge, this Dreadnought Shavette and a few boxes of blades will last you many, many years and cost you a fraction of what a traditional straight blade will cost.

This is a decently crafted razor for the money, and I thought it a very good purchase. I would note that an earlier review stated that the blade sticks out further than most shavettes, which is both true and a little unforgiving for someone trying it "on for size", especially if the blade is one of the super sharp ones like those made by Feather. With that said, it's got the feel of a true straight razor, but I would go with a Dovo shavette for just a little more money if I were just starting.

In my opinion, this is a better shavette than the $40 Dovo, and it costs less than half the price. No plastic inserts here, folks. The blade holding mechanism is all metal, and quite easy to load your blades. It has some weight, so it feels more like a real straight razor. Its not as good as Feather Shavette, but that costs abut $100, so that is not a fair comparison. It gave me a very close shave and I liked the feel of it. If you are a straight razor beginner, or just want to have a shavette in your rotation for those days you don't feel like stropping your real SR, this is a solid choice for the money.

Ordinarily, I'm not impressed with shavettes, preferring a regular straight razor instead. But this Dreadnought impresses me. It has a good weight and heft to it. It is solid and made of quality materials. It doesn't remind me of a cheap box cutter, like most of them. I'm sorry, but those Dovo shavettes look like box cutters to me! I put a Derby pre-cut razor in it, and noticed that it stayed in place when I closed the holder and secured it with a solid gauge metal clip, (not light weight bendable tin can material, as with most others). It shaves like a straight razor should. Great price, and blades are inexpensive, and easy to change. I recommend it, and may order another one.

I'm not sure how crazy I am yet about this product. I was so stoked to get my dreadnought product, and when I got home from work last night and opened it, it was very disappointing. The packaging was awesome, the box all flashy, but the cut throat itself was just dull, and there were marks all over it. Fingerprints of whoever handled it before packaging, some imperfections like machining marks, the handle is a duller color than advertised, the handle feels flimsy and weak, and the part holding the blade arm to the handle feels incredibly loose. I wish the Brits who made this would've made it with a bit more heart and pride. Almost wishing I would've not gave this place a chance, and went with something all American, or Chinese. Won't be recommending this to anyone. Sorry. :-(