Collection: Cut Throat Razors, Straight Razors & Shavettes

Shop straight razors, cut throat razors and shavettes for open-blade wet shaving, beard edging and barber-style line work. A traditional straight razor, sometimes called a straight edge razor, has a fixed blade that needs stropping and care, while a shavette is often used as a barber razor and takes replaceable blades for a fresh edge without honing.

Compare DOVO, Feather Artist Club, Giesen & Forsthoff and Parker options. Check blade compatibility carefully: some shavettes use snapped double edge blades or single edge half blades, while Feather Artist Club razors use longer Artist Club blades.

About Cut Throat Razors, Straight Razors & Shavettes

Straight Razor or Shavette?

A straight razor, also called a cut throat razor or cutthroat razor, has a permanent blade that needs stropping and occasional honing. A shavette gives a similar open-blade shaving style but uses replaceable blades, making it easier to keep a sharp edge.

Blade Compatibility

Blade format matters. DOVO and many Parker shavettes use half of a standard double edge blade or a compatible single edge half blade. Feather Artist Club razors use dedicated Artist Club blades, which are longer and not the same as DE blades.

Accessories and Maintenance

Traditional straight razors need maintenance accessories such as strops, pastes and honing stones. For travel or storage, use a suitable case from shaving accessories and cases. Shavette users should keep the correct replacement blades ready before the current blade starts to tug.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a straight razor and a shavette?

A straight razor has a fixed blade that is maintained with a strop and occasional honing. A shavette uses replaceable blades, so it is simpler to keep sharp and is often used for barber-style shaving and edging.

Do shavettes use normal double edge blades?

Some shavettes use half of a standard double edge blade, but not all. Feather Artist Club razors use dedicated Artist Club blades, so always check the product page before buying replacements.

Do I need a strop for a straight razor?

Yes, a fixed-blade straight razor should be stropped before shaving to keep the edge aligned. Shavettes do not need a strop because the blade is replaced.

Which open-blade razor is best for beginners?

Many beginners find a shavette easier because there is no honing or stropping. Use a light touch, keep the shaving angle shallow and choose the correct compatible blade for the razor.