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The electric shaver "antecedent" isn't nearly as efficient as the electric version... (1) Those require some kind of lubricant like shaving cream (= extra spac

The electric shaver "antecedent" isn't nearly as efficient as the electric version... (1) Those require some kind of lubricant like shaving cream (= extra space cost) or shaving in a shower/with water (= significantly reduced convenience). The modern electric ones do not require anything and can be used dry. (2) Modern disposable razors also dull quite quickly meaning you need to carry many extra blades (= more space) or only travel to places where you can easily buy more blades/razors (= less convenience). The electric ones can last years on a single set of blades and still be effective. (3) The older kind of "knife-like" or "safety" razors can largely get around (2) with sharpening, but as they are not allowed on flights, it largely excludes them as an option.

karaterobot 4y ago
I think having access to a sink or shower is not out of the question for someone living a digital nomad lifestyle — not so much if you're hiking or camping, though. But if you live in hotels or AirBNBs, there's a pretty good chance you've got a shower stall to shave in. In terms of dullness, I shave my head and face with a cheap Amazon razor every day or two, and one blade lasts for weeks. A 4-blade package easily lasts me over a month, and if you remove them from the carrying case it's about the size of, I dunno, a couple AA batteries. One downside of an electric razor is power. I suppose a USB-C based razor exists, but you probably wouldn't have very many options in that format, and probably not many nice ones to choose from. Perhaps that will change. In the meantime, I love the Braun electric razor I use for the back of my neck but it does need a little power brick and cord which, together with the razor itself, are probably more than the volume of several years worth of razor blade cartridges. Just providing a little counterpoint to your comment, I do like my electric razor and think it's probably a better option for many travelers.
- jabbany 4y ago
  > But if you live in hotels or AirBNBs, there's a pretty good chance you've got a shower stall to shave in. A lot of these also provide disposable razors, shaving cream etc (either by default or if you ask the front desk), so definitely a good option when it is available. > one blade lasts for weeks I shave every day and have used random (not name brand) disposable ones during travel. In my experience it usually stays usable for 3-4 days and could stretch to about a week. Still, being able to just set-and-forget an electric one without worrying about getting more blades has been quite nice. > One downside of an electric razor is power Definitely agree, though, USB-C ones aside, there are also compact ones made specifically for travel that have integrated universal plugs & support all voltages (if you have access to that). I usually keep one of these in my travel bag rather than bringing along my regular one which is very nice but also needs an external power brick and cord to charge.

karaterobot 4y ago

I think having access to a sink or shower is not out of the question for someone living a digital nomad lifestyle — not so much if you're hiking or camping, though. But if you live in hotels or AirBNBs, there's a pretty good chance you've got a shower stall to shave in. In terms of dullness, I shave my head and face with a cheap Amazon razor every day or two, and one blade lasts for weeks. A 4-blade package easily lasts me over a month, and if you remove them from the carrying case it's about the size of, I dunno, a couple AA batteries. One downside of an electric razor is power. I suppose a USB-C based razor exists, but you probably wouldn't have very many options in that format, and probably not many nice ones to choose from. Perhaps that will change. In the meantime, I love the Braun electric razor I use for the back of my neck but it does need a little power brick and cord which, together with the razor itself, are probably more than the volume of several years worth of razor blade cartridges. Just providing a little counterpoint to your comment, I do like my electric razor and think it's probably a better option for many travelers.

jabbany 4y ago
> But if you live in hotels or AirBNBs, there's a pretty good chance you've got a shower stall to shave in. A lot of these also provide disposable razors, shaving cream etc (either by default or if you ask the front desk), so definitely a good option when it is available. > one blade lasts for weeks I shave every day and have used random (not name brand) disposable ones during travel. In my experience it usually stays usable for 3-4 days and could stretch to about a week. Still, being able to just set-and-forget an electric one without worrying about getting more blades has been quite nice. > One downside of an electric razor is power Definitely agree, though, USB-C ones aside, there are also compact ones made specifically for travel that have integrated universal plugs & support all voltages (if you have access to that). I usually keep one of these in my travel bag rather than bringing along my regular one which is very nice but also needs an external power brick and cord to charge.