Double Edge Safety Razor for Men + 5 Swedish Steel Blades + Luxury Case. Smooth, Reusable, Eco-Friendly (The Chieftain)

So to start off, I had been using Dorco razors for the past 8yrs or so. While I love how they feel and how easy it is to use a standard safety razor, I figured there has to be a cheaper yet better alternative. Eureka!!! Old school double-edged safety razors. I asked my Dad about them as I know he used to use them back in his youth. He told me they would always cut him and that I would be nuts to start shaving with one in this day in age. So I took his advice and bought the Dorco's once again. After about another month or so, I got the itch to try a old school razor once again and had been doing research for some time on double-edge razors and how to use them, handling techniques, etc. I finally bit the bullet and got me a Viking Chieftain as from what I had seen, would probably be a good beginner old school razor. When the Chieftain finally arrived I was honestly marveled by the fit and the polish. It looks great in my hand and is very sturdy. Plus that shine screams that I'm a classy gent. Eh or so I thought. The handle while small does give me a lot of finesse into how I use the razor. Now onto the first shave. I had purchased a badger brush and got my Cremo Shave Cream that I had been using prior to the Viking. After I worked up too much lather and coated my face so much that I looked like a brown Santa Claus, I began to shave. For those out there that aren't sure about how to shave, don't do what I did and laugh so hard that you end up with cream all over the counter because you thought it was funny to see how much lather your face could actually hold. You should have enough on to coat your face, not create peaks of creamy white goodness all over the place and then decide to style it in various ways to amuse yourself. The shave itself was phenomenal. Granted the first blades I used were the mild (more flexible and not feudal Japan Katana sharp) ones that came in the box so I could get used to the feel and master my handling technique of the blade. I had reached out to the Viking team because I couldn't master the way of the blade and they promptly got back to me and let me know that I should be using the legendary 3-fingered hold so that I may glide the blade along my face. Also be sure to let the weight of the head do the work for you. Be sure to have it at roughly a 30-degree angle too. Short strokes work best. Don't be afraid to apply more cream if you have funky patches that you have to shave in multiple angles to get smooth. After about 2 weeks of this practice-until-perfection shaving technique I had at last mastered the way of the face blade. Not only is using the Viking relaxing when I shave as it gives me time to think, but I also have noticed that my skin is less prone to irritation as was the way of the Dorcos. My skin is like a baby's butt when I finish shaving and my girlfriend loves the smoothness. I shave roughly every other day and ALWAYS use a fresh blade each time. Also once you master using the blade, definitely upgrade to much sharper ones and I would even recommend a sampler pack so you can find which blades work best for you. As there are so many, the sampler packs will help you to figure out what you like and don't like. I am now particularly fond of the Wilkinson Sword razor blades because of this. I will definitely be buying another Viking product soon. Oh and don't forget to get a stand to show off your razor and badger brush. The looks you get from family and your lady will have you feeling like a daft gent in no time, especially when they ask you what you shave with. You just tell them that you went to the Viking School of Razor.

As I’m getting older in my mid 50’s; I’ve been exploring ways to enjoy the simple tasks in life. This razor is worth every single cent. It has a perfect balance and weight for shaving with a double safety razor. You literally only need 3 fingers on it to achieve a perfect shave. I’ve been using the English Taylor of Old Bond Street Sensitive shave cream, along with a boars brush bristle, and a small plastic bowl to shave with. After a hot face wash (NO scrub gels or such, just an old-fashioned wash); I take a thumbnail-sized amount of shave cream, put it in my cheap little bowl, heat up my brush under hot water, lather that up in the bowl and proceed to shave, using short strokes, rinsing after each stroke, and end up with a perfectly smooth skin surface. Even the blades which come with the razor are superlative, I bought the 50 count refill from them a few days later. Far less expensive than the (cassette) razors, less waste, better for the environment (no plastic to throw away); and far higher quality end result than a refill razor. I would be remiss if I didn’t point out, however, that I have the worst combination of skin, as I have course beard hairs but very sensitive skin, and I am ecstatic to find a product like this. Yes, it requires a little more maintenance as you should dry the razor and blade, but it soon becomes a ritual that is actually very relaxing, almost a Zen feeling. I can’t recommend this thing enough. If you’re still reading this, buy it already.

I started wet shaving with a traditional double-edged safety razor in June of last year—or rather, that was the first time I truly succeeded at it. I had experimented before with various razors, but most of them ended up shearing my face. The only one I found safe to use was the Merkur Open Comb 9104001 (https://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R21LFY5ZNW75AS/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_ttl?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B00595BY6U). Once I got comfortable with that and my technique improved, I decided to try something just a little more aggressive. That’s when I stumbled upon the Vikings Blade Chieftain on Amazon. When I checked discussions on razor enthusiast forums like Reddit, I found the reviews to be mixed. There was some condescension towards the Vikings Blade brand, with speculation that it was just a dressed-up Baili product (but hey, isn't Apple a dressed-up Foxconn product in some sense?) but I felt that the positive reviews rang true. The brand’s presentation—while maybe a little over the top—somehow resonated with me as light-hearted pride for a good product, and I decided to go for it. Now, the Chieftain has become my daily driver. The build quality is outstanding—exceptionally solid and well-constructed. It provides a close and comfortable shave, and I almost never nick myself. That said, I do use Shark Stainless Blades, which are relatively mild, so that likely contributes to the smooth experience. Having gone from one Holy Grail to another, I think the search for the perfect razor is either never-ending excitement or pointless extravagance. I'm happy to call my Vikings Blade Chieftain a long-term solution for my simple needs: a quick, safe, effective and economical alternative to the cartridges I used before. It’s a well-made, forgiving razor that delivers a great shave, making it an excellent choice for those looking for something slightly more aggressive than an entry-level model without venturing into borderline weaponry.

I'm not sure where I heard about this Viking Chieftain, but I gave it a try and I'm glad I did. I've used a Merkur Progress Adjustable for over 10 years (it's a great razor), and I thought it would be interesting to try another. The Chieftain (Chromium Silver) gives a very nice shave with Astra blades, and I've ended up putting away my other razor for the time being. Pros: Very nicely made, chrome is heavy, mechanism is well crafted Doesn't easily nick the skin, yet provides a very close shave No razor burn even after multiple passes (with proper technique) Balanced - feels good in the hand A few cons though: The handle feels a bit slick for some reason, though it has never slipped The butterfly mechanism is a bit harder to clean than more simple 2-piece designs The end used to tighten the razor down seems to loosen easily - it would be nice if it locked a bit more tightly So far, this seems like a great razor for both beginners and experienced users - pretty foolproof. I would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone looking for a very nice butterfly-style razor. For beginners: Shaving with a safety razor is a bit of a skill, but it's a very cool one. It also saves a ton of money. You can buy years worth of blades for a few dollars. I reuse blades for a week or two before swapping them out, but they're inexpensive enough to allow a new one each day. Below is my pared-down process. You don't have to spend 20 minutes shaving with this thing unless you want to! - Fill the basin with hot water while wetting your beard - I just pat my face with water from the basin - Slightly dip the brush into the water and create a bit of lather in your shaving bowl and lather your face - Shave with the lay of your beard. If you don't know the direction of your hair growth, spend some time figuring it out so that you won't end up with a lot of razor burn. This is IMPORTANT especially if your beard hair is coarse! - Shave a second time. I don't bother going for a perfect shave the first time. Two quick shaves are fast and easy. So just re-lather and repeat. - Wipe off your face, clean the razor and brush, and you're done. It should take about five minutes to complete. There seem to be many who turn shaving into a long process of soaking the beard with a warm damp towel, putting on some kind of pre-shave oils, on and on.... If you have the time and like that stuff - go ahead, but if you don't have time for frills and have to get to work, you can still use a safety razor to shave in the morning. Enjoy this razor and have fun!

The Chieftain is a solid beautiful razor that is made of quality materials and has been engineered for perfection. I waited to provide my review until I got a few shaves under my belt to provide a better assessment of the performance of this razor. I will brake my review into sub-parts to discuss the different aspects of the razor itself and it's performance. Build quality: 5 stars The Chieftain Odin Edition is a quality safety razor. It is hearty but not crazy heavy with a great balance to it. The butterfly doors operate smoothly and the blade slides in and is ready to go immediately. One of the best things about the razor is that it completely covers the blade unlike any other razor I have used before. This is a great aspect of the razor as it allows you to hold the sides of the razor comfortably and there is minimal chance of being cut accidentally and it helps avoid nicking the ear lobe. The big consideration with the Odin model is the rose gold plating. I think it look great but it does require more maintenance to maintain the look. Ultimately you just have to clean the razor well with water after the shave and dry it off. This is stated in there description as well as all literature that comes with the razor. In the end this would not change the shave you get just the look of the razor if you don't follow the directions. Packaging: 5 stars The packaging is slick and feels very high class. You can find a lot of similar looking razors on the market and there is a lot of miss information about Viking Blade out there but if you buy from them you are getting the real deal. Besides what I said under the build quality the packaging is some of the best. It comes in a magnetic latch box with a mirror and plenty of space to store extra blades for when you need to travel. The higher price of the Vikings Blade makes more sense when you see the care and dedication they put into their product. The Shave: 5 stars I have shaved with the Chieftain several times now and all I can say is wow! My initial shave came after being away from safety razors for a bit and I will admit it was not the best shave ever. While discouraging I felt I really needed to get more practice in before I could fully blame the razor. Sure enough the next shave was a completely different experience. Using Gillette Silver Blues I did a two pass shave with CRSW shaving soap. The big key is of course no pressure and keeping your angle. This is where I failed during my first shave as I felt like I could not get the angle correctly to actually get the blade to cut. As a result it was either doing nothing or a little too much if you get my drift. The second shave I was more focused in and once I found the angle it was not lost again. The shave was smooth and relaxing with practically no irritation at all. After one pass I had substantial beard reduction but needed a second pass to really get smooth. What was left was a couple of spot clean ups as I have some weird growth areas on my neck but it got them all. I have never been able to get a full bbs shave but this got me as close as I ever have. The Chieftain is a bit more on the mild side so my silver blues work nicely as they get toned down a bit vs when they are in my Gillette Old Type. As a beginner I would highly recommend the Chieftain but would maybe get the chrome one to avoid the extra care needed to maintain the razor. Once you get good you could always "upgrade" to it and continue to get the great shave the Chieftain provides. This is a quality razor that I would highly recommend for those looking for a new daily driver or to get out of using your 5 bladed ingrown hair maker razors. With some nice shave soap or cream this will give you a dream shave and leave your skin happy and healthy.

Airport threw away my other one and i couldn't have been more glad! When I got this one I was so stoked. It works so well and the color is stunning! Durable and easy to change out the blades. Has alil weight to it which makes shaving easier. Overall, very happy with this purchase and worth the price😉

I was expecting a crime scene. Because that's what all the ads tell us, right? "Get this plastic cartridge with 9 blades that foams itself and you won't hurt your sensitive skin!" But I was getting fed up with cartridges: crazy expensive, popping off the razor body every time I dropped it while in the tub (oh, I don't know why I would drop a razor with wet, soapy hands), and, quite frankly, the quality of their shave has gotten worse over the past decade. But they were the modern thing to get, right? Safer? Cleaner? Wrong. Turns out, Grandma and Grandpa had the better technology with DE razors. DE, for you newbies, stands for "double-edged": the razor blade is sharp on both long sides, instead of the kind that has one thick, blunt long side that slides into holders like paint scrapers, etc. It also refers generally to "safety razors"--- the "safety" being the enclosure of 90% of the blade instead of a straight edge razor, which is basically a 7" Swiss Army knife. (Also cool, and I'm considering getting one for self-defense. Seriously, who would attack a woman holding one of those?!) Thoughts of home invasion aside, Viking has come up with a great DE razor in The Chieftain. After reading a random article online about how much money per year I could save by using normal razor blades (we'll see), I decided to get out of my razor rut. I didn't just run out and buy the first one that came up in Amazon, though: research was required. YouTube of course had instructional (not porn) videos of women using DE's and they did go through the whole "lather with badger brush" thing. Putting aside my childhood memories of my dad using the same, I realized that it was a little surprising that women didn't spend more time on shaving prep. I myself use five hair products alone and I'm fairly low maintenance, but apart from a single foray into "women's shave gel", my shaving routine was to grab the Dove and hack away. I've never had any complaints, but still, I never felt like I got a so-called close shave. That would change when I went with Viking. I picked The Chieftain because of the "butterfly" opening. To get the razor blade on, one twists the lowest part of the handle and the sleek contraption opens out like swinging double doors, revealing a rectangular post. The razor blades have holes in the middle, and you just drop the blade onto the post, it lies flat, and you re-twist the handle for the top of razor body to close over that 90% of the blade that I was talking about before. Viking's other razor option was the other standard DE razor loading system: unscrew the top, take it off completely, drop the blade on the post, and screw the top back on. Eh, I liked the butterfly version better. So why Viking? Amazon has innumerable brands to choose from, and most were for half the price. Well, I picked Viking the old fashioned way: I read reviews. Lots of reviews. More reviews than I thought were possible to have about razors. But it came down to this: apart from their every-so-slightly excessive bro-language (dude, the -NFL- is more gender-neutral), Viking had the best quality-to-cost ratio. And, if you didn't know before now, "women's" versions of traditionally men's products are always made more poorly and of crappier materials. (I don't know why: I didn't make this rule. Look up "Le Car" if you don't believe me.) Moving on, I went to a chain pharmacy and bought a brush/cup/soap kit while waiting the two days for my razor to arrive. I'm sure you can buy that stuff online, but I wanted to smell the soap first and I refuse to use Old Spice because, again, not my dad. I found something unobtrusive and anyway, I figured I could switch out soaps while keeping the rest of it. (I did wonder a. When would it all stop, and b. If I went back to using my old razor, could I use this cup to microwave soup or something? If all else failed, I could keep it for my son to use in a few years.) The razor came, I followed the videos, and...no Sweeney Todd. Just a great shave. A really great shave. An "I am SO not going back to plastic again!" kind of shave. I suppose that I should have led with the "great shave" part, but honestly, it wasn't difficult to use at all. You kind of intuit the angle. And no bloodshed. Wow. I now realize why there are so many plastic razor ads: it's hard to fear such a simple, handy razor as The Chieftain. It's not crazy-heavy, it's classically designed, and it gives a great shave. Okay, so yes, the blades they give you are "starter" blades---you're supposed to buy sharper ones after you familiarize yourself, but they're plenty sharp. (You should know that there are as many brands of blades as there are cars.) And a bigger point is that my legs, as long and sensitive as they are, are nowhere near as sensitive as a guy's face. Even with all that taken into consideration, The Chieftain is the overwhelmingly superior product. I'm hoping to see the money I spent on it be "returned" in less expensive upkeep, but even if it isn't, I would still recommend making the switch. If you need it said to you in manly-man-speak, women will definitely be impressed by seeing it (The Chieftain) in your bathroom. And with your shave, too. Finally, let me state that I have not been paid for this review, nor do I work for Viking, a blade manufacturer or any ad agency. This is just me expounding on a product that I never expected to buy because of its "danger." Shave proud, people.

OK, I have been using the Vikings Blade Chieftain for a bit over a month, and feel that I can now offer my impressions of the razor. But, before I begin, I should input some background info on me. I am 75 years old, and have been shaving for many, many years. I have used several electrics, single edge, double edge, and multi-blade types. My most recent method was with one of those supersonic (Mach something) types. Except for the cost of cartridges/blades, I felt that I was getting a good shave. I just wanted to try something different. So, after viewing several YouTube videos and doing a lot of internet reading, I decided to try Double Edge shaving again. Of course, the search for the "perfect" razor morphed into a seemingly never-ending task. My choices were finally narrowed to the Merkur 34C and the Vikings Chieftain. For no other reason than I used to fly an aircraft called a Chieftain, the Chieftain was selected, and ordered. Inspecting it after it arrived made me feel pretty good with my choice. Fit & finish seemed very good--Overall appearance was great and it just felt good in my hand. Since I am retired, I only shave 3-4 times per week. So, after a 20 minute soak in the hot tub, I grabbed the badger brush, the Truefitt & Hill Trafalgar Cream and started. Since I have been shaving for so long, I (incorrectly) assumed that I knew what I was doing—WRONG. Upon completion, I looked like I had been in a fist fight and the other guy had barbed wire wrapped around his fist. Well, that wasn’t what I was expecting. Back to the internet (with lots of tissue stuck to my face). Ah, aggressive and gentle blades they say. Well, the razor came with blades labeled “Mild”. YEAH, RIGHT!! So, after a few healing days, I tried again (same blade)—A bit better, but still quite a bit of blood. HMMMMM. A couple more days and (with the same blade) once more with feeling and gentleness. Better, but not great. OK, I live in a small town. Walmart sells Van Der Hagen blades, that is all. I purchased a pack and headed home to try again. Results were similar; however, a bit better. I think I may be getting the hang of this. Some browsing about opinions on blades and one poster mentioned trial packs of blades on Amazon. A couple of days later they arrive. 50 different models and 2 of each. Where to start. I chose a Persona. Much better—very little blood this time. Several razor “experts” on the internet heaped praise on the old Gillette razors. I found a 1948 (my birth year) model Gillette on EBay and grabbed it. As soon as it arrived, I took the once used Persona blade out of the Chieftain and inserted it into the old Gillette and proceeded to shave. NO BLOOD AT ALL!!! Extremely smooth shave—no stubble—very comfortable. Happy, Happy, Happy. So, in my opinion, the 75 year old Gillette gave me a superior shave to the Chieftain. Does that mean that I think that the Chieftain is inferior or junk? Absolutely not. I just think that it is not the best choice for me. So, although a bit long, this is my experience with the Vikings Blade Chieftain. After I run it through a cycle in the ultrasonic cleaner, it might just end up as a gift.

Really enjoy the look and feel of the razor.

A good product ..well made .. well balanced. Bought another for travelling!!!

Received this razor this week.It is a nice looking and well finished razor,has a good weight. Blades it comes with are too mild for me so after a couple of times I tried ied with an Astro blade this worked a lot better.The razor is very mild so anyone just starting to use single blade razors this is an ideal starter.For more experience it is still a great good looking razor but needs a more aggressive blade. I would suggest to the people at Viking that instead of 5 mild Viking blades that they replace a couple with their more aggressive blades.Have now been using this razor for a long time with various blades and I can only say this is a fantastic razor purchase one you will never regret buying it

Justo lo que esperaba, dude mucho en comprarme lo o no. Los colores negro y dorado se ven muy bien. Ya tiene tiempo que lo compré y valió la pena la inversión, eh ahorrado más en todos los rastrillos convencionales que solía comprar y que aún que fueran caros dejaba irritada la piel. Con este rastrillo es muy diferente, no irrita.

Muy buen peso, materiales, construcción y diseño. Dejando de lado que el rastrillo tiene muy buena pinta, a nivel de desempeño, realmente me ha dejado satisfecho, proporcionando un afeitado susve y brindando seguridad al momento de utilizarlo.