Rockwell Razors
Rockwell make adjustable double-edge safety razors: you set how aggressive the shave is, either by swapping the base plate or turning a dial, so one razor covers a first shave and a heavy beard equally well.
We stock the razors, Swedish stainless double-edge blades, weighted stands, alum matchsticks and the beard care line.
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Which Rockwell razor should I buy?
They all take the same double-edge blades. The difference is how the aggressiveness is set and what the razor is made of.
| Model | Best for |
|---|---|
| R1 Butterfly | A first safety razor — twist-to-open, one fixed mild setting |
| 2C | Two settings via swappable plates. The usual starting point |
| 6C | Six settings, chrome-plated — the flexible everyday choice |
| 6S | Six settings in solid stainless steel. Heavier, buy-once |
| T2 | Dial adjustable stainless — change setting mid-shave |
What does “adjustable” actually mean?
It sets how far the blade edge sits proud of the guard. A low setting exposes very little blade and is forgiving; a high setting cuts more in one pass and is less so.
If you are coming from cartridges, start on the lowest setting for a couple of weeks. Almost every bad first experience with a safety razor is someone starting too aggressive and pressing down out of habit — the weight of the razor is meant to do the work.
Is it actually cheaper?
The razor is the expensive part and you buy it once. After that you are buying double-edge blades, which cost a small fraction of what cartridges do — a 100-pack lasts most people well over a year.
The other saving is waste: the blade is a single piece of steel with no plastic housing, so it is recyclable in a blade tin rather than landfill.
What else do I need?
- A stand — keeps the razor upright so it dries and the blade lasts longer
- Alum matchsticks — for nicks while you are learning the angle
- Soap and a brush — a safety razor needs a proper lather, not gel from a can
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