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Return Policy

Read Alpha Shaving’s return and refund policy, including the 14-day return window, how to request a return, return shipping and refund processing.

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Alpha Aluminum Razor Care

Keep your Alpha aluminum razor in good condition with simple advice on rinsing, drying, gentle tightening and occasional thread lubrication.

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AlphaGress: A Detail Worth Turning

AlphaGress brings a different finish to a familiar adjustable razor. Its story starts with the adjustment knob and the care given to fitting it.

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Futura Fatty in the spotlight

A copper Futura Fatty first shave and a Sharpologist feature offer two perspectives on weight, materials and handling. Read the reviews and explore the range.

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Synthetic vs badger shaving brushes: care, feel and practical differences

A soft tip and a firm knot can belong to the same brush. This guide looks beyond the synthetic-versus-badger label to explain backbone, loft, water handling and everyday care. Discover what to compare when choosing a brush, how to adjust your lathering routine, and why the handle in your hand matters as much as the fibres above it.

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Safety razor care: cleaning, drying and storage

A little attention after each shave can save a lot of scrubbing later. Follow a straightforward routine for rinsing, cleaning around threads and lather channels, and drying your razor before storage or travel. We also explain why anodised aluminium, stainless steel and raw copper or bronze need care suited to their particular finish.

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Open comb vs closed comb: how the head designs differ

Those teeth or that smooth safety bar tell only part of a razor’s story. Explore how open and closed combs handle lather and cut hair, and why blade gap, exposure and support also shape the experience. With an Alpha Eclipse example, this guide helps you compare complete head designs around your own shaving routine.

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How to use a synthetic shaving brush and build a lather

Good lather starts with noticing what the soap and water are doing. Learn how to wet a synthetic knot, load it gently and build a hydrated lather in a bowl or on your face. From dry, pasty mixtures to thin bubbles, the guide explains small adjustments that make practice more useful—and how to rinse the brush afterwards.

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Eclipse aluminium vs Outlaw stainless steel: weight, materials and options

Light aluminium or solid stainless steel: what changes when you pick up the complete razor? Compare Eclipse and Outlaw Evolution 316L through their published specifications, plate options, handles and finishes. We separate known weights from configuration-dependent details and explain why a bigger blade-gap number, on its own, cannot tell you which razor will suit your face.

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Choosing a safety razor: material, head type and handle

A finish may catch your eye, but the right shortlist starts with the razor you will actually use. Work through blade format, head design, handle dimensions and material, with examples from Alpha’s range. This practical guide helps you turn a long list of specifications into a few useful questions about grip, maintenance and your everyday routine.

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Bronze and copper razor care: patina, cleaning and storage

The changing colour of raw copper and bronze gives a razor a character of its own. Using Futura Fatty’s untreated finishes as the starting point, this guide explains gentle cleaning, dry storage and the choice between keeping patina and restoring a brighter exterior. Learn which surfaces deserve particular care before reaching for polish.

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Blade gap and blade exposure explained

Two small measurements can generate a lot of confusion. Learn what blade gap and exposure actually describe, how they relate to the cap and guard, and why neither is a universal rating for shaving comfort. Alpha examples show how to read the numbers in context before comparing models, blade formats or optional baseplates.

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A practical introduction to double-edge wet shaving

Your first double-edge shave does not need an elaborate kit or a perfect result. Start with the essentials: compatible blades, careful assembly, a prepared beard and short strokes with a light touch. This guide walks through the first pass, deciding whether another is worthwhile, and the simple habits that help you learn what works from one shave to the next.

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26mm vs 28mm shaving brushes: choosing a knot size

Two millimetres sounds like a small choice, but knot size is only the beginning. Explore how diameter, loft, density and handle shape work together, whether you prefer precise lather placement or a broader brush on your face. Alpha examples and a practical checklist help you compare complete brushes without assuming that a bigger number means a better shave.

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Alpha now available in Russia

A new retail connection brings Alpha Shaving Works closer to customers in Russia and Belarus. Meet St.Joker Shaving Co., introduced in this announcement as Alpha’s exclusive retail partner for those markets. The article brings together the partner’s website and contact channels, making it easier to follow up on local product availability and retail enquiries.

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Taking Care Of Your Brass Guido Razor

Bare brass tells the story of the shaves it has seen. Discover why the Guido’s untreated C360 brass darkens with use, how to enjoy that developing patina, and what Steve recommends if you prefer a brighter finish. This short care note includes gentle polishing and protective-wax suggestions, with clearly disclosed affiliate links to the products mentioned.

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Introducing the AlphaGress: A Refined Take on the Merkur Progress

A familiar adjustable razor gains a distinctive Alpha detail. Take a closer look at AlphaGress, the modified Merkur Progress 500 with a nickel-plated brass adjustment knob and matching pin stand. The article explains the hand-fitting and calibration behind the design, and the thinking that turned a small component into the centrepiece of the project.

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Gunslinger - A Lightweight handle from Alpha Shaving Works

Sometimes a different handle is enough to make a familiar razor feel more your own. Steve introduces Gunslinger and the ideas behind its shape, grip and appearance, illustrated with a close-up photo gallery. This is the story of a handle rather than a complete razor; the pictured head is separate, and compatibility should be checked for your chosen setup.

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