- One blade, gentler on your neck
- No ingrowns the day after
- One blade, gentler on your neck
- No ingrowns the day after
- Yours now, then your sonโs
- 10p per shave
- A permanent place in his routine
- Easy to learn, a pleasure to use
THIS RAZOR ASKS FOR A LITTLE CARE.
It needs a light touch and a few unhurried minutes. If you shave on autopilot, a cartridge suits you better. Weโd rather say this now.
THIS RAZOR ASKS FOR A LITTLE CARE.
It needs a light touch and a few unhurried minutes. If you shave on autopilot, a cartridge suits you better. Weโd rather say this now.
THIS RAZOR ASKS FOR A LITTLE CARE.
It needs a light touch and a few unhurried minutes. If you shave on autopilot, a cartridge suits you better. Weโd rather say this now.
THIS RAZOR ASKS FOR A LITTLE CARE.
It needs a light touch and a few unhurried minutes. If he shaves on autopilot, a cartridge suits him better. Weโd rather say this now.
Men who have already made the switch
Men who have already made the switch
Men who have already made the switch
From people who already shave with it
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โMy neck used to look like it was covered in molehills. Take your time, donโt rush, and now thereโs nothing. A fantastic shave.โ
Ollie D.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โYou wonder why youโve been using 5 blades held together with plastic when one does the job as well, if not better. If it ainโt broke, donโt fix it.โ
Ivan S.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โI gifted this razor to my partner and he keeps thanking me every time he uses it. The packaging was lovely and elegant too. A high quality product.โ
Maria F.
Bought it as a gift
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โA month in and Iโve not had a single ingrown hair; my neck is so much more comfortable. It takes a little getting used to.โ
Elliott L.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โFantastic from start to finish. High-quality and plastic-free materials, beautiful and functional designโฆ very intuitive, no nicks, not painful at all.โ
Ed W.
Chose the bamboo handle
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โThe razor burn I used to get on my neck with cartridges is completely gone. After a few shaves Iโm getting a perfectly close, comfortable result.โ
Brando B.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โI have never been able to get rid of the razor bumps on my neck. After a few uses my razor bumps had disappeared and I no longer bleed when shaving.โ
Matthew C.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โI used to get razor burn on my neck. It took a few shaves to get the hang of, but now I get a closer shave with no cuts and no rash.โ
Andy R.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โI was unsure about safety razors, but I shouldnโt have worried. No nicks from the off.โ
Terry
Verified on Trustpilot
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โRazor bumps and ingrown hairs have been slowly going away. Much better than a normal cartridge razor, and the blades arenโt too expensive to buy monthly.โ
Jake M.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โI really suffer from curly ingrown hairs. I expected an uncomfortable shave and a rashy neck afterwards. Quite the opposite! Such a smooth, comfortable shave with no rash.โ
Kevin G.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โUsed multi blade razors for years, always had shaving rash. Sceptical at first, but no shaving rash and such a close shave. Would never go back.โ
Anthony M.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โAs long as I can remember I have suffered with irritated skin after shaving. About four shaves to get used to it. My skin feels fresh, and Iโm not dreading my next shave.โ
Mark J.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โNever used a single blade razor before. Need time to get used to it. Little cuts here and there, but if you take your time, a better shave than with anything else.โ
Tamas C.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โThere were no unpleasant cuts or nicks. I get less shaving rash on the neck area.โ
Marcus
Verified on Trustpilot
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โTook a little while to get used to it without cuts. Once you get the hang of it (light touch, let the weight do the work) itโs much more comfortable. No bumps or irritation either.โ
Charlie P.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โI was expecting a steep learning curve. If, like me, you have pondered switching to this type of razor for a while, rest assured it is worth it.โ
Rob
Verified on Trustpilot
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โFantastic from start to finish. High-quality and plastic-free materials, beautiful and functional designโฆ very intuitive, no nicks, not painful at all.โ
Ed W.
Chose the bamboo handle
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โI used to get razor burn on my neck. It took a few shaves to get the hang of, but now I get a closer shave with no cuts and no rash.โ
Andy R.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โIโve shaved for work every day for ten years. After a week, this is the best, closest shave Iโve had: no bumps, no going over twice. And it works out cheaper.โ
Tom
Ten years of daily shaving
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โSimple, easy to use design. Looks classy and works great as a razor. Very easy to clean and the stand works well. Would definitely recommend.โ
Cai S.
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โThere were no unpleasant cuts or nicks. I get less shaving rash on the neck area.โ
Marcus
Verified on Trustpilot
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โIโve tried other safety razors and still managed to slice and dice my face and neck. Five shaves in with this one and thereโs not a single cut.โ
Stuart G.
Five shaves in
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โRazor bumps and ingrown hairs have been slowly going away. Much better than a normal cartridge razor, and the blades arenโt too expensive to buy monthly.โ
Jake M.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โI really suffer from curly ingrown hairs. I expected an uncomfortable shave and a rashy neck afterwards. Quite the opposite! Such a smooth, comfortable shave with no rash.โ
Kevin G.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โUsed multi blade razors for years, always had shaving rash. Sceptical at first, but no shaving rash and such a close shave. Would never go back.โ
Anthony M.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โI was expecting a steep learning curve. If, like me, you have pondered switching to this type of razor for a while, rest assured it is worth it.โ
Rob
Verified on Trustpilot
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โMy neck used to look like it was covered in molehills. Take your time, donโt rush, and now thereโs nothing. A fantastic shave.โ
Ollie D.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โA month in and Iโve not had a single ingrown hair; my neck is so much more comfortable. It takes a little getting used to.โ
Elliott L.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โI have never been able to get rid of the razor bumps on my neck. After a few uses my razor bumps had disappeared and I no longer bleed when shaving.โ
Matthew C.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โLovely product, feels very high quality! Gifted this to my Dad and he was really impressed, would absolutely recommend!!โ
Lucy M.
Bought it for her dad
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โI used to get razor burn on my neck. It took a few shaves to get the hang of, but now I get a closer shave with no cuts and no rash.โ
Andy R.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โI was expecting a steep learning curve. If, like me, you have pondered switching to this type of razor for a while, rest assured it is worth it.โ
Rob
Verified on Trustpilot
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โSimple, easy to use design. Looks classy and works great as a razor. Very easy to clean and the stand works well. Would definitely recommend.โ
Cai S.
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โI was unsure about safety razors, but I shouldnโt have worried. No nicks from the off.โ
Terry
Verified on Trustpilot
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โTook a little while to get used to it without cuts. Once you get the hang of it (light touch, let the weight do the work) itโs much more comfortable. No bumps or irritation either.โ
Charlie P.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โThere were no unpleasant cuts or nicks. I get less shaving rash on the neck area.โ
Marcus
Verified on Trustpilot
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โNever used a single blade razor before. Need time to get used to it. Little cuts here and there, but if you take your time, a better shave than with anything else.โ
Tamas C.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โUsed multi blade razors for years, always had shaving rash. Sceptical at first, but no shaving rash and such a close shave. Would never go back.โ
Anthony M.
Verified on Trustpilot
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โRazor bumps and ingrown hairs have been slowly going away. Much better than a normal cartridge razor, and the blades arenโt too expensive to buy monthly.โ
Jake M.
Verified on Trustpilot
What is hysteresis?
- The first blade pulls the hair up. The rest cut it while it is raised.
- It springs back with its cut end below the skin, and grows back in.
- One sharp blade cuts it once, level with the skin. No hysteresis. No ingrowns.
The handle is the bait
- The handle is cheap on purpose. It only takes one brandโs refills.
- The refills are where they make it back: ยฃ108 to ยฃ162.50 a year.
- This razor is bought once. Its blades are 50p each. Kept for life.
The handle is the bait
- The handle is cheap on purpose. It only takes one brandโs refills.
- The refills are where they make it back: ยฃ108 to ยฃ162.50 a year.
- This razor is bought once. Its blades are 50p each. Kept for life.
One blade is enough
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Kinder to skin
Cuts at the surface, not below. Less burn, fewer bumps. Backed by dermatologists.
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Quality over quantity
What barbers have used for centuries. No tug, calm skin.
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A ritual, not a chore
A shave that takes a few minutes more, and becomes the five minutes of your day that belong to you.
One blade is enough
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Kinder to skin
Cuts at the surface, not below. Less burn, fewer bumps. Backed by dermatologists.
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Quality over quantity
What barbers have used for centuries. No tug, calm skin.
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A ritual, not a chore
A shave that takes a few minutes more, and becomes the five minutes of your day that belong to you.
Made to be kept
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Bought once, kept for life
Only the blade replaced. Handle is solid metal, no plastic to wear out. Guaranteed for life.
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No lock-in, ever
Standard double-edge blades, sold for pennies. No cartridge trap.
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A ritual, not a chore
A shave that takes a few minutes more, and becomes the five minutes of your day that belong to you.
The barbershop, at home
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Gifted once, kept for life
Only the blade replaced. Handle is solid metal, no plastic to wear out. Guaranteed for life.
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Kinder to skin
Cuts at the surface, not below. Less burn, fewer bumps. Backed by dermatologists.
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A ritual, not a chore
A shave that takes a few minutes more, and becomes the five minutes of his day that belong to him.
What each razor leaves under your skin


| Five-blade cartridge | Kronos | |
|---|---|---|
| Cuts level with the skin | No | Yes |
| Hysteresis | Yes | No |
| Lasts a lifetime | No | Yes |
There is a reason why dermatologists recommend a single blade.
Rented for life, or bought once


| A cartridge | Kronos | |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary blades | No | Yes |
| A year of shaves | ยฃ162.50 | ยฃ25 |
| A lifetime of shaves | No | Yes |
There is a reason why barbers have used a single blade for centuries.
A gift he keeps, or a habit he refills


| A cartridge set | Kronos | |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary blades | No | Yes |
| A year of shaves | ยฃ162.50 | ยฃ25 |
| A lifetime of shaves | No | Yes |
There is a reason why barbers have used a single blade for centuries.
The part that nicks.
A blade nicks at its corners. Kronos encloses them; only the edge meets skin.


Fig. 1. Typical DE Razor Fig. 2. Kronos
Enclosed blade design
โIโve tried other safety razors and still managed to slice & dice my face. Five shaves in with this one & thereโs not a single cut.โ
Razor Sets
Complete in themselves
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Marble Suite Set
ยฃ185.00The whole ritual, in quarried marble.
Set contents

Marble Bowl
ยฃ35.00A solid marble shaving bowl, shaped and polished by hand in Agra. Micro-ridges line the inside, giving the brush something to work against; the soap loads faster and the lather comes up thick. Its weight keeps it planted on the side while you work. Lathering in a bowl takes a few minutes more than foam from a can; that is rather the point. Warm it under the hot tap and the stone holds the heat, keeping the lather warm to the last pass.
Marble Bowl
Marble Tray
ยฃ30.00A storage tray cut from solid marble and polished to a high lustre in Agra. Three drainage holes run straight through the centre: set the razor and brush down wet, the water leaves on its own, and everything dries where it stands. Between shaves it keeps the kit in one place worth looking at: a vanity tray made to stay out on the side. Marble is heavier than it strictly needs to be; that is much of its charm. It will not slide, and it will not ask to be replaced.
Marble Tray
Large Stand
ยฃ30.00One stand for the full setup. It holds any Kronos safety razor and the shaving brush, both upright, both drying properly between uses; the brush hangs bristles-down, which keeps its shape and extends its life.
Weighted base, no wobble, one tidy footprint. If the shelf is becoming a collection, this is the answer.
Large Stand
Bamboo Safety Razor
ยฃ40.00A single blade safety razor built to be kept. The enclosed head covers the blade corners, the cause of most nicks, and sets a forgiving shave angle, so it bites less around an Adam's apple, a knee, an armpit, or a scalp. One blade cuts at the surface, kinder to skin than five stacked cartridges.
No plastic in either. Two handles: chrome-plated brass, knurled and weighted, or bamboo, warmer to hold. The matching stand dries the blade upright between shaves; a dry edge lasts longer.
Short strokes, light pressure, settled by the third shave for most. Guidance included. Takes any standard double edge blade, about ten pence a shave.
Bamboo Safety Razor
Shaving Brush
ยฃ35.00A shaving brush in soft synthetic fibre; vegan, quick to dry, holds its shape. It does two jobs the hand can't: builds a dense lather from soap or cream, and lifts the beard so the blade meets it cleanly rather than pressed flat.
Synthetic dries faster than badger and asks for no upkeep. Store it bristles-down on the stand between shaves.
Shaving Brush
Sandalwood Shaving Soap
ยฃ12.00A traditional shaving soap, warm sandalwood scent. Loaded with a damp brush it builds a dense, cushioning lather; the blade rides on cushion, not skin. Glycerin draws in water, hydrating dry skin so the blade glides.
One 100g bar outlasts several cans of foam. Best built in a bowl; ours is carved to fit it.
Sandalwood Shaving Soap
Razor Blades ร10
ยฃ5.00Double edge razor blades in Swedish Cr13 steel, with a platinum-sputtered coating and no PTFE. A 13N edge; keen enough to cut cleanly, gentle enough for sensitive skin. One blade cuts level with the skin, not below it, which is where ingrown hairs start.
Packs run from five to fifty. Each blade is double sided, individually wrapped. They fit all Kronos razors and any standard double edge razor.
Razor Blades ร10
Blade Bank
ยฃ8.00A used blade is still sharp, and the bathroom bin is no place for it. The blade bank takes each spent blade through a slot in the top and holds around a hundred; years of shaving for most. Full, it seals shut for safe disposal.
Solid, small, and the kind of object you stop thinking about, which is the point.
Blade Bank
Sandalwood Aftershave Balm
ยฃ15.00An aftershave balm for skin the shave leaves irritated. Alcohol free, with witch hazel, a natural astringent, to settle nicks that sting. Lightweight and non-greasy; it absorbs quickly and leaves no film.
The scent is sandalwood: warm, woody, and matched to our shaving soap, so the ritual ends where it began.
100ml, a few dabs a day. Also in Aegean Citrus.
Sandalwood Aftershave Balm -
Three Piece Set
ยฃ85.00Razor, brush, and the stand that holds both.
Set contents

Bamboo Safety Razor
ยฃ40.00A single blade safety razor built to be kept. The enclosed head covers the blade corners, the cause of most nicks, and sets a forgiving shave angle, so it bites less around an Adam's apple, a knee, an armpit, or a scalp. One blade cuts at the surface, kinder to skin than five stacked cartridges.
No plastic in either. Two handles: chrome-plated brass, knurled and weighted, or bamboo, warmer to hold. The matching stand dries the blade upright between shaves; a dry edge lasts longer.
Short strokes, light pressure, settled by the third shave for most. Guidance included. Takes any standard double edge blade, about ten pence a shave.
Bamboo Safety Razor
Large Stand
ยฃ30.00One stand for the full setup. It holds any Kronos safety razor and the shaving brush, both upright, both drying properly between uses; the brush hangs bristles-down, which keeps its shape and extends its life.
Weighted base, no wobble, one tidy footprint. If the shelf is becoming a collection, this is the answer.
Large Stand
Shaving Brush
ยฃ35.00A shaving brush in soft synthetic fibre; vegan, quick to dry, holds its shape. It does two jobs the hand can't: builds a dense lather from soap or cream, and lifts the beard so the blade meets it cleanly rather than pressed flat.
Synthetic dries faster than badger and asks for no upkeep. Store it bristles-down on the stand between shaves.
Shaving Brush -
Home Barber Set
ยฃ115.00A year of shaves, nothing left to add.
Set contents

Bamboo Safety Razor
ยฃ40.00A single blade safety razor built to be kept. The enclosed head covers the blade corners, the cause of most nicks, and sets a forgiving shave angle, so it bites less around an Adam's apple, a knee, an armpit, or a scalp. One blade cuts at the surface, kinder to skin than five stacked cartridges.
No plastic in either. Two handles: chrome-plated brass, knurled and weighted, or bamboo, warmer to hold. The matching stand dries the blade upright between shaves; a dry edge lasts longer.
Short strokes, light pressure, settled by the third shave for most. Guidance included. Takes any standard double edge blade, about ten pence a shave.
Bamboo Safety Razor
Large Stand
ยฃ30.00One stand for the full setup. It holds any Kronos safety razor and the shaving brush, both upright, both drying properly between uses; the brush hangs bristles-down, which keeps its shape and extends its life.
Weighted base, no wobble, one tidy footprint. If the shelf is becoming a collection, this is the answer.
Large Stand
Blade Bank
ยฃ8.00A used blade is still sharp, and the bathroom bin is no place for it. The blade bank takes each spent blade through a slot in the top and holds around a hundred; years of shaving for most. Full, it seals shut for safe disposal.
Solid, small, and the kind of object you stop thinking about, which is the point.
Blade Bank
Sandalwood Shaving Soap
ยฃ12.00A traditional shaving soap, warm sandalwood scent. Loaded with a damp brush it builds a dense, cushioning lather; the blade rides on cushion, not skin. Glycerin draws in water, hydrating dry skin so the blade glides.
One 100g bar outlasts several cans of foam. Best built in a bowl; ours is carved to fit it.
Sandalwood Shaving Soap
Shaving Brush
ยฃ35.00A shaving brush in soft synthetic fibre; vegan, quick to dry, holds its shape. It does two jobs the hand can't: builds a dense lather from soap or cream, and lifts the beard so the blade meets it cleanly rather than pressed flat.
Synthetic dries faster than badger and asks for no upkeep. Store it bristles-down on the stand between shaves.
Shaving Brush
Razor Blades ร30
ยฃ15.00Double edge razor blades in Swedish Cr13 steel, with a platinum-sputtered coating and no PTFE. A 13N edge; keen enough to cut cleanly, gentle enough for sensitive skin. One blade cuts level with the skin, not below it, which is where ingrown hairs start.
Packs run from five to fifty. Each blade is double sided, individually wrapped. They fit all Kronos razors and any standard double edge razor.
Razor Blades ร30

Your first shave in three steps.
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Know what you're holding
Three parts, one blade. The guard shields the blade. The head sets the angle. The handle carries the weight.
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Let the weight work
Don't press. The razor is heavy enough. Hold it like a pen and let it glide.
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Use short strokes
An inch at a time. Lift, move down, go again. Keep the skin taut.
“The trick is don't treat your morning shave as a chore to be rushed; look upon it as a pleasure, take your time.”
Three things men ask first
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Will one sharp blade cut me?
The corners, the part that nicks, sit inside the head. No pressure, short strokes, and only the edge meets skin.
@neiltoye, asked how often he cuts himself: never.
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Is it the razor, or my routine?
The bump is a hair cut below the surface. Balms work on top of it. Only the razor decides where the hair is cut.
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How long does it take?
Five minutes, after a week. The first week is slower. That is the trade, and we would rather say so.
Three things men ask first
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Will one sharp blade cut me?
The corners, the part that nicks, sit inside the head. No pressure, short strokes, and only the edge meets skin.
@neiltoye, asked how often he cuts himself: never.
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Is it the razor, or my routine?
The bump is a hair cut below the surface. Balms work on top of it. Only the razor decides where the hair is cut.
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How long does it take?
Five minutes, after a week. The first week is slower. That is the trade, and we would rather say so.
The three things people ask first
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Forty pounds, when a cartridge handle is a fiver?
Cartridges run ยฃ108 to ยฃ162.50 a year. This is ยฃ40 once, then blades at ยฃ2.50 for five.
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Is a single sharp blade more likely to cut me?
The corners of the blade sit enclosed, the part that nicks, so only the safe edge meets skin.
@neiltoye on Instagram, asked how often he cuts himself
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Am I locked into buying your blades?
No. It takes any standard double-edge blade, and Kronos blades fit any double-edge razor.
Three things people ask before giving it
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Will he find it fiddly?
Three pieces, and the blade drops in. The corners sit enclosed, the part that nicks.
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Will he actually use it?
It takes about a week to learn. After that it is simply his razor, at about ten pence a shave.
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What if it is wrong for him?
A hundred days to decide. If it is not for him, send it back. Keep it, and it has a lifetime warranty.
The long answer
What five blades do to skin
The front blade lifts each hair away from the skin. The blades behind it cut, and the hair ends up cut below the surface. It springs back under the skin and grows back in. The bump is what you see a day or two later.
One blade cannot do that, because there is nothing in front of it to lift the hair. It cuts where the hair leaves the skin and nothing is left underneath. It is the shape of the razor, nothing you could put in a tube.
Why the routine cannot reach it
Balms, scrubs and cooling gels work on the surface. The hair that causes the bump is below it, and it was put there by the razor. That is why a drawer full of aftershave has not changed much.
Lather still matters, because a blade should glide. But the thing that changes what happens under the skin is where the hair gets cut, and only the razor decides that.
What it asks of you
It asks more of you than a cartridge does. Short strokes, no pressure, and about a week before it becomes second nature. If you want a two-minute shave you can do while thinking about something else, this is the wrong razor, and we would rather say so now.
With the right technique, a single sharp blade is no more likely to cut you. The corners sit enclosed, the part that nicks, so only the safe edge meets skin. Sharper means less pressure, and less pressure means less irritation.
The long answer
What five blades do to skin
The front blade lifts each hair away from the skin. The blades behind it cut, and the hair ends up cut below the surface. It springs back under the skin and grows back in. The bump is what you see a day or two later.
One blade cannot do that, because there is nothing in front of it to lift the hair. It cuts where the hair leaves the skin and nothing is left underneath. It is the shape of the razor, nothing you could put in a tube.
Why the routine cannot reach it
Balms, scrubs and cooling gels work on the surface. The hair that causes the bump is below it, and it was put there by the razor. That is why a drawer full of aftershave has not changed much.
Lather still matters, because a blade should glide. But the thing that changes what happens under the skin is where the hair gets cut, and only the razor decides that.
What it asks of you
It asks more of you than a cartridge does. Short strokes, no pressure, and about a week before it becomes second nature. If you want a two-minute shave you can do while thinking about something else, this is the wrong razor, and we would rather say so now.
With the right technique, a single sharp blade is no more likely to cut you. The corners sit enclosed, the part that nicks, so only the safe edge meets skin. Sharper means less pressure, and less pressure means less irritation.
The long answer
Why the handle is cheap
Cartridge handles are sold at or below cost, because the handle was never the product. The blades are. Every refill fits one brandโs head, and the pack price climbs a little each year. You cannot choose a cheaper blade instead.
A cartridge shaves well enough. The question is whether you want to keep renting the right to shave from a company that sets the rent. That is the whole of the disposable model, and it has run for sixty years.
The handle is the cheap part on purpose; the refills are where the money is made. Cartridges run ยฃ108 to ยฃ162.50 a year. This one is ยฃ40 once, and blades are ยฃ2.50 for five, which is about ten pence a shave.
What five blades do to skin
Five blades also change what happens to your skin. The front blade lifts each hair away. The blades behind it cut, and the hair ends up cut below the surface. It grows back trapped, and the bump is what you see a day or two later.
One blade cannot do that, because there is nothing in front of it to lift the hair. It cuts where the hair leaves the skin and nothing is left underneath. That is the difference. It is the shape of the blade, nothing you could put in a tube.
What it asks of you
It asks more of you than a cartridge does. Short strokes, no pressure, and about a week before it becomes second nature. If you want a two-minute shave you can do while thinking about something else, this is the wrong razor, and we would rather say so now.
With the right technique, a single sharp blade is no more likely to cut you. The corners sit enclosed, the part that nicks, so only the safe edge meets skin. Sharper means less pressure, and less pressure means less irritation.
A Kronos razor takes any standard double-edge blade, and Kronos blades fit any double-edge razor. Buy them from us, or use any standard double-edge blade, for as long as you shave.
The long answer
Why a good gift gets shelved
Most grooming gifts ask him to change a habit with no way in. A safety razor is the clearest case: hand it over without the first week explained and it goes in a drawer.
So the head is enclosed, covering the corners of the blade, the part that nicks, and it forgives him while he learns.
What he gets from it
One blade cuts the hair level with the skin, where five blades lift it and cut it below. Fewer passes, and nothing left underneath to grow back in.
Blades are ยฃ2.50 for five, about ten pence a shave, and any standard double-edge blade fits. There is nothing to top up from one brand.
What it asks of him
About a week of short strokes and no pressure before it is second nature. If he wants a two-minute shave done without thinking, it is the wrong gift.
If it turns out not to be for him, there are a hundred days to send it back. Keep it, and the razor has a lifetime warranty.
Why do I get ingrown hairs and bumps?
Multiple blades pull the hair up and cut it below the skin, where it grows back trapped. The Kronos Safety Razor cuts it level with one blade, which is what dermatologists suggest for razor bumps.
What about the neck?
Hair on the neck grows in more directions than on the cheek. Map it once, shave with the grain, and hold the skin flat with your other hand. Never against the grain on the first pass.
How long does it take to learn?
About a week of daily shaves. The first few are slower and you will go over nothing twice.
Can one blade really beat a five-blade cartridge?
With one sharp edge, the Kronos Safety Razor cuts the hair in a single clean pass. Five blades drag it over five times. Fewer passes, a closer finish, nothing underneath the skin.
Do I have to use Kronos blades in a Kronos razor?
No. A Kronos razor takes any standard double-edge blade, and Kronos blades fit any double-edge razor.
A hundred days to make up your mind
Shave with it properly, for as long as you like. If it turns out not to be for you, send it back.
A lifetime warranty when you keep it
A hundred days to make up your mind
Shave with it properly, for as long as you like. If it turns out not to be for you, send it back.
A lifetime warranty when you keep it
A hundred days to make up your mind
Shave with it properly, for as long as you like. If it turns out not to be for you, send it back.
A lifetime warranty when you keep it
A hundred days to make up your mind
Let him shave with it properly, for as long as he likes. If it is not for him, send it back.
A lifetime warranty when you keep it
Further reading
- Razor bumpsStop Neck Razor Bumps: The Single Blade
- Razor burnHow to Get Rid of Razor Burn (and Stop It Coming Back)
- Ingrown hairs on the face and neckHow to Prevent Ingrown Hairs From Shaving
- Shaving rash and spotsShaving Rash: What Causes It and How to Stop It
- Razors for sensitive skinIs a Safety Razor Better for Sensitive Skin?
- Itching after shavingHow to Prevent Itching After Shaving (and What Causes It)
Further reading
- Razor bumpsStop Neck Razor Bumps: The Single Blade
- Razor burnHow to Get Rid of Razor Burn (and Stop It Coming Back)
- Ingrown hairs on the face and neckHow to Prevent Ingrown Hairs From Shaving
- Shaving rash and spotsShaving Rash: What Causes It and How to Stop It
- Razors for sensitive skinIs a Safety Razor Better for Sensitive Skin?
- Itching after shavingHow to Prevent Itching After Shaving (and What Causes It)
Further reading
- Safety razor or cartridgeSafety Razor vs Cartridge: A 7-Point Honest Comparison
- Is it worth switchingWhy Does a Razor Cost So Much? Safety Razors vs Cartridges
- The best safety razor in the UKThe Best Safety Razor UK (2026): 5 Options Compared
- Safety razors for beginnersBest Safety Razor for Beginners (2026): 5 Forgiving Picks
- Double-edge blades5 Best Safety Razor Blades (2026): Tested and Compared
- Shaving with a single bladeHow to Use a Safety Razor
Further reading
- Shaving gift sets for menShaving Set for Men: Choosing a Gift Heโll Actually Use
- Grooming gift sets for menThe Best Shaving Kit for Men (2026): 5 Kits Compared
- What a first set needsThe Complete Wet Shaving Kit: What You Need, What Can Wait
- If he has never used oneBest Safety Razor for Beginners (2026): 5 Forgiving Picks
- His first shaveHow to Use a Safety Razor
- If his skin is sensitiveIs a Safety Razor Better for Sensitive Skin?













































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