{"title":"Shaving","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"folding-kamisori-razor-black-edition","title":"Folding Kamisori Razor - Black Edition","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDark\u003cstrong\u003e Stag Folding Kamisori Razor - Black Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA highly requested variation on one of our flagship products, the Dark Stag Folding Kamisori Razor, now in Black. Featuring the same great shave and rapid blade change mechanism that is still making the original Kamisori so well known amongst the barber community. Now features a folding design for greater portability and a slightly different take on the style. The design of this straight folding razor makes it perfect for shaping, styling and shaving beards and moustaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eChanging the blade takes 2 seconds: pinch the head to drop out the used blade and pop in the replacement. Combined with the spring-mounted one-touch blade holding mechanism, the Folding Kamisori can be opened easily for cleaning and disinfecting. Perfect for the busy barber. The folding handle allows for greater ease of storage, portability and safety. We also find some barbers prefer the weight, size and balance for getting a perfect shave with the Folding Kamisori. Particularly if the barber is used to the hand-feel of folding razors. It comes with a genuine leather pouch for easy and stylish storage when not in use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dark Stag Folding Kamisori Razor has a specially moulded replaceable blade razor head offering 1mm of blade clearance.  \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis means you can choose your favourite brand of blades, as it can use any standard double edge blade.\u003c\/span\u003e We cast the razor in the exact design of the traditional Kamisori razor, a homage to the 800+ years of Japanese barbering history. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis design is combined with rich dark wood scales (or handle) that is lightweight yet robust enough for the daily rigours of the shop. Making it perfectly suited for shaping, styling and shaving your customers' beards and moustaches. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOne of the most common issues with replaceable blade razors, or shavettes, is that the blade can become stuck or difficult to remove when wet. Which when shaving someone can mean every time. To combat this we added a secondary system for removing the blade, which involves simply sliding the top cover off and taking the blade out. This is perfect for a deeper clean at the end of the day, or for the particularly hygienic barbers among you between shaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may have seen other companies manufacture a similar product, but they all use expensive, custom razor blades. Through our ingenious 3D modelling design process we invented a way for standard double edge blades to be utilised. Cutting down on both cost and maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWith one edge used per client, this provides the most cost-effective route to a perfect shave. The spring-mounted one-touch blade holding mechanism is opened easily for cleaning and disinfecting. Changing the blade takes 2 seconds: pinch the head to drop out the used blade and pop in the replacement. The fastest blade change on the market!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1mm blade exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Kamisori?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is a Kamisori Razor exactly? The Kamisori dates back to more than eight hundred years ago. Used by Buddhist monks to shave their heads, a symbol of the Buddhist faith. The most glaringly obvious difference between eastern razors and western razors is the lack of scales (handle) for the blade to fold into. This can make storing them and their portability an issue, but this is not a problem you'll find with the Folding Kamisori razor!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Japanese borders gradually opened to the rest of the world, western-style razors were introduced to the masses. This has not majorly impacted the sale of razors there though... the Kamisori is still the most preferred shaving tool in Japan today. We like to think of the Dark Stag Folding Kamisori Razor as East meets West, incorporating the best of both for the ultimate shave in one transformative barber tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, if you prefer a more traditional western straight razor, why not pick up the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.darkstag.com\/product\/premium-straight-razor\/\"\u003eDark Stag Premium Straight Razor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.darkstag.com\/kamisorihistory\/?fbclid=IwAR0h8DbYhK4bNEfvHMHqj57l_mZ8y6kFPWeB7_7HxaItff4D63eP3-lwR4c\"\u003eFor some entertaining background on the Kamisori razor, click here to find out more \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Dark Stag","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51258112835724,"sku":"5736","price":57.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/9684\/3404\/files\/folding-kami-black-crop.jpg?v=1783347030"},{"product_id":"kamisori-razor-black-edition","title":"Kamisori Razor - Black Edition","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDark Stag Kamisori Razor - Black Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dark Stag Kamisori Razor is our flagship product. This is the much requested black edition. This straight razor's traditional Japanese razor design makes it perfect for shaping, styling, and shaving. Whether it's your customers' (or your own) beards and moustaches. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eChanging the blade takes two seconds. Simply pinch the head to drop out the used blade and pop in the replacement. Combined with the spring-mounted one-touch blade-holding mechanism, the Kamisori can be opened easily for cleaning and disinfecting. Perfect for the busy barber! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dark Stag Kamisori Razor has a specially moulded replaceable blade razor head offering 1mm of blade clearance.  \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis means you can choose your favourite brand of blades; it can use any standard double-edge blade.\u003c\/span\u003e We cast the razor in the exact design of the traditional Kamisori blade, a homage to the 800+ years of traditional Japanese barbering history. Without the western scales, this design is nimble and free from obstruction, making it perfect for shaping, styling,\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e and shaving your customers' (or your own) beards and moustaches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOne of the most common issues with replaceable blade razors, shavettes, is that the blade can become stuck or difficult to remove when wet. Which when shaving someone can mean every time. To combat this we added a secondary system for removing the blade, which involves simply sliding the top cover off and taking the blade out. This is perfect for a deeper clean at the end of the day, or between shaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may have seen other companies manufacture a similar product, but they all use expensive, custom razor blades. Through our ingenious 3D modelling design process we invented a way for standard double edge blades to be utilised. Cutting down on both cost and maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWith one edge used per client, this provides the most cost-effective route to a perfect shave. The spring-mounted one-touch blade holding mechanism is easy for cleaning and disinfecting. Changing the blade takes two seconds: pinch the head to drop out the used blade and pop in the replacement. The fastest blade change on the market!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kamisori is perfectly fine for use with disinfecting agents.\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e The handle is made with the Dark Stag synthetic rubber compound, perfect for maintaining grip, even in wet environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1mm blade exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Kamisori?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is a Kamisori Razor exactly? The Kamisori dates back to more than eight hundred years ago. Used by Buddhist monks to shave their heads, a symbol of the Buddhist faith. The most glaringly obvious difference between eastern razors and western razors is the lack of scales (handle) for the blade to fold into. This can make storing them and their portability a bit of an issue – hence the high-quality leather pouch we supply with every Kamisori we sell. The blade of a Kamisori is traditionally also shorter; an authentic example never exceeds two inches. Uniquely shaped for more effective sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Japanese borders gradually opened to the rest of the world, western-style razors were introduced to the masses. This has not majorly impacted the sale of razors there though... the Kamisori is still the most preferred shaving tool in Japan today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.darkstag.com\/kamisorihistory\/?fbclid=IwAR0h8DbYhK4bNEfvHMHqj57l_mZ8y6kFPWeB7_7HxaItff4D63eP3-lwR4c\"\u003eFor some entertaining background on the Kamisori, click here to find out more.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer a western straight shave, then check out the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.darkstag.com\/product\/premium-straight-razor\/\"\u003eDark Stag Premium Straight Razor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Dark Stag","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51258112868492,"sku":"5538","price":49.32,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/9684\/3404\/files\/kamisori-black-with-pouch-crop-scaled_ecb61385-de7d-464a-83b8-6bb8bd69a224.jpg?v=1783347032"},{"product_id":"badger-hair-shaving-brush","title":"Badger Hair Shaving Brush","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBadger Hair Shaving Brush\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dark Stag badger hair shaving brush is designed with the traditional aesthetic in mind, barbers across the world have been using this design since the 18th century! You can offer an authentic barbershop experience with the Dark Stag badger hair shaving brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dark Stag badger hair shaving brush has been designed with an advanced, modern analysis of bristle dispersal for optimal brush hair placement, making the perfect shave. Badger hair is exceptionally absorbent, the water that gets mixed into a lather is held between the individual hairs. The brush bristles are attached securely so do not shed over time. This is about as traditional badger shaving brush you can get without buying an antique!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplying shaving cream with the shaving brush has many benefits. The badger bristles hold just enough water to produce a rich, thicker lather, this has been uniquely enhanced by the mix of different types of badger bristles, providing the ultimate efficiency in whipping up a lather. With proper technique the beard hair will be perfectly lifted and prepared for a close shave. Spread the lather thoroughly and you will find shaving has never been easier. To really perfect your shave, apply the lather with circular and upward motions so that the shaving brush can cover all of the hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you regularly suffer from razor burns, you should consider using this tool. The badger hair shaving brush will massage your skin more than a synthetic brush, one of the main advantages to a badger bristle, and soften the beard almost to a fluff, so that you won't have to add much pressure with the razor. Let gravity do the hard work. The massage will also increase the blood circulation, which will protect your skin from irritations. As an added bonus, with proper technique you can reduce the number of ingrown hairs. Your skin will look better than ever, along with being smooth and soft! If you are still suffering from razor burn, consider using \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.darkstag.com\/shaving-rash-deal\/\"\u003ethis guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brush is the perfect partner to any of our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.darkstag.com\/product-category\/shaving\/razors\/\"\u003erazors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Dark Stag","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51258113360012,"sku":"5446","price":39.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/9684\/3404\/files\/dark-stag-shaving-brush-synthetic-main-web.jpg?v=1783347048"},{"product_id":"sr-safety-razor","title":"SR+ Safety Razor","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSR+ Safety Razor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dark Stag SR+ Safety Razor makes shaving less of a chore and more of a ritual. You can arise every morning knowing that you have an enjoyable quiet 5 minutes to yourself in front of the mirror, carefully sculpting your facial hair, or going completely bare! Spend some quality with your face and safety razor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you frequently find yourself cutting your face it may be down to dull blades, but it can also be down to the quality of the razor you use. A heavier, quality razor lets gravity do the hard work efficiently, requiring less pressure and reducing the number of cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you wake up dreading your morning routine? Feel like shaving is a chore? Do you frequently nick your face? Are you looking to go back to your roots with a traditional shave? Do you just want a great safety razor? The SR+ answers all of those questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dark Stag SR+ Safety razor is available in a stylish and sleek tool in a glossy black finish. This isn't any black coating though, it's Dark Stag's own black plasma coating, which ensures super durability, along with protection from the wet environment of the bathroom. The black plasma coating ages well, improving with time and use to create a unique tool that feels like an extension of your hand rather than a tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR+ Safety Razor is produced with a heavy duty, heavy weight steel handle and nickle alloy head, ensuring stability and long lasting use. The knurled grip helps to keep a good hold on the razor, even in wet bathroom conditions. Perfectly balanced and reliable, what more can you ask for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis razor uses widely available traditional double edge blades, an economical, pro-environmental solution to the problematic plastic of disposable razors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a full shaving set, with a wooden handle safety razor see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.darkstag.com\/product\/shaving-set\/\"\u003eDark Stag Shaving Set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Dark Stag","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51258113917068,"sku":"4968","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/9684\/3404\/files\/dark-stag-safety-razor-double-edge-razor-sr-main-web.jpg?v=1783347062"},{"product_id":"high-carbon-steel-cut-throat-razor","title":"High Carbon Steel Cut Throat Razor","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDark Stag Cut Throat Razor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dark Stag Cut Throat Razor is the perfect tool for an old school close shave. The handle is made in hand carved, high quality willow, whilst the superbly hand crafted high carbon steel rounded blade edge is hollow ground, polished and read to shave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cut Throat Razor captures the heart of traditional shaving, whilst utilising the benefits of modern razor construction. The high carbon steel has been perfectly forged to create the perfect blade, specifically for your razor. The hand crafted blade edge is 1\/2 hollow ground, meaning the blade is concave, coming to a point, and ultra-sharp. A hollow-ground blade flexes more easily and provides more feedback on the resistance the blade meets while cutting the hair, which is an indicator of blade sharpness. Hollow-ground blades are preferred by most barbers and home users. When combined with a rounded edge, which lacks any sharp end points, it makes for a far more forgiving blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scales of the Cut Throat Razor have been hand carved in beautiful, rich willow. This makes the tool lightweight, yet durable, perfect for every day use. They have been coated in a lacquer, then coated in oil to seal the wood, preventing moisture from penetrating it and causing rot. This extends the life of your razor. The scale is of course individual to each razor as different cuts of wood have different grains, making each razor distinctly unique! The thumb rest is specially moulded to make sure that comfort remains high whilst using it. The gentle curve behind the thumb rest ensures there are no accidental slips during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dark Stag Cut Throat Razor is the closest thing to a classic shave since the 18th century barber visit. Ensure you or your customers enjoy the elegance and heritage this razor carries with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few passes on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.darkstag.com\/product\/buffalo-leather-strop\/\"\u003eDark Stag Buffalo Leather Stop\u003c\/a\u003e are all you need between shaves to ensure a perfect smooth glide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasionally the razor will need to be professionally sharpened or perhaps you may develop your own skills with a whetstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Dark Stag","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51258113982604,"sku":"4890","price":54.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/9684\/3404\/files\/dark-stag-cut-throat-razor-main-web.jpg?v=1783347064"},{"product_id":"buffalo-leather-strop","title":"Buffalo Leather Strop","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDark Stag Buffalo Leather Strop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dark Stag Buffalo Leather Strop is the ideal tool to maintain your cut throat razor. It is made from supple buffalo leather, perfect for polishing and smoothing the blade of your cut throat razor, ensuring the ultimate close and comfortable shave. With both a coarse and fine side, this strop covers everything you need for properly caring for your cut throat straight razor. A padded handle provides comfort for the barber, and a strong reliable attachment ring will attach to a wall hook or the hooks available on most barber chairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou've purchased a high quality, beautiful razor, one perhaps like the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.darkstag.com\/product\/cut-throat-razor\/\"\u003eDark Stag Cut Throat Razor\u003c\/a\u003e. If you have purchased one like ours, it has likely gone through a large number of meticulous manufacturing processes. And that's before it's been professionally honed and whetted or stropped to obtain an impeccable edge. If you don't maintain your razor with a leather strop, all this time and effort has been wasted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreferably your razor should be stropped before each us to keep the edge polished. A Buffalo Leather Strop isn't designed to sharpen the blade itself, just to polish out imperfections on the edge of the blade. The purchase of a good leather strop and a few strokes before each use should keep your razor edge gliding effortlessly for many months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dark Stag Buffalo Leather Strop covers all this and more. The beautiful buffalo leather has all of the benefits of high quality cow leather, in terms of grade and strength, with the added bonus of a beautiful, strong grain which we endeavour to preserve, and an eco-friendly tanning process, using only natural products and nothing toxic for the environment. The end result is a durable leather, which is soft and supple. The two separate sides of the Buffalo Leather Strop deal with different methods of care for your cut throat razor. The coarse side is ideal for coarse edge alignment and the fine side for fine blade edge alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fine stropping paste is advised to make stropping easier and keep the leather smooth and supple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Dark Stag","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51258114146444,"sku":"5026","price":42.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/9684\/3404\/files\/dark-stag-bufalo-leather-strop-main-web.jpg?v=1783347068"}],"url":"https:\/\/dark-stag.myshopify.com\/collections\/shaving.oembed","provider":"Dark Stag","version":"1.0","type":"link"}