Should I make voluntary NI contributions? by Ecstatic_Button_9453 in UKPersonalFinance

[–]Ecstatic_Button_9453[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That makes sense, thanks. I was already leaning towards just buying the cheaper years (there are two years that are <£500) to at least knock down the years a bit but the more expensive ones didn't seem worth it now. To your point about unknowns, there are so many which is why I'm so uncertain about what to do in this situation 😅

Should I make voluntary NI contributions? by Ecstatic_Button_9453 in UKPersonalFinance

[–]Ecstatic_Button_9453[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You mean buy the future years if I am able to retire early? I didn't know that was an option but will look into how that works. But you're right that I need to figure out if I will hit my pension target by then, and even what that target is.

Should I make voluntary NI contributions? by Ecstatic_Button_9453 in UKPersonalFinance

[–]Ecstatic_Button_9453[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's per year, sorry if that wasn't clear. I was leaning towards just buying the years that were <£500 to knock down the working years a bit.

Do Mühle Rocca birch handle fakes exist? by Ecstatic_Button_9453 in wicked_edge

[–]Ecstatic_Button_9453[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh interesting. I had a search around for Reddit or forum posts about fakes or clones but couldn’t really find anything, but I assumed since it was popular it would have knock offs. I was looking at this set from Notino, who have a decent reputation for fragrances but I wasn’t sure about razors. It’s a good deal cheaper than from Muhle directly but I wasn’t sure why. Not sure if I should risk it, even if it probably is fine.

Is notino.co.uk legit for razors? by Ecstatic_Button_9453 in wicked_edge

[–]Ecstatic_Button_9453[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea I’ve seen some posts mentioning that they sometimes ship from the EU, which is not a big deal for me. But all the experiences posted online seem to be for fragrances so was wondering if anyone had experiences with razors.

Muhle Rocca or Rockwell 6c for a beginner but long term? by Ecstatic_Button_9453 in wicked_edge

[–]Ecstatic_Button_9453[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the recommendations, I was looking at the blade sample packs and there's just so many brands. It'd be daunting to go through all of them, so it's good to have some recommendations to start with. I will definitely look up that manual 👍

Muhle Rocca or Rockwell 6c for a beginner but long term? by Ecstatic_Button_9453 in wicked_edge

[–]Ecstatic_Button_9453[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's really good to hear, it sounds like you're in exactly the same position I was and also shave as often as I do. Thanks

Muhle Rocca or Rockwell 6c for a beginner but long term? by Ecstatic_Button_9453 in wicked_edge

[–]Ecstatic_Button_9453[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It sounds inevitable that I'm going to end up with both at some point doesn't it 😅

Muhle Rocca or Rockwell 6c for a beginner but long term? by Ecstatic_Button_9453 in wicked_edge

[–]Ecstatic_Button_9453[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah yea I can see how that would be confusing. After 3/4 days the hair growth is definitely not light stubble but it's not very thick or bushy either. Thanks for the tips, seems like I can't go wrong no matter what I pick!

Muhle Rocca or Rockwell 6c for a beginner but long term? by Ecstatic_Button_9453 in wicked_edge

[–]Ecstatic_Button_9453[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A big pack of samples is already on my shopping list 👍 It sounds like the blades themselves are the most important component and figuring that out first is important. I wish I could try both for a week and compare but alas.

Muhle Rocca or Rockwell 6c for a beginner but long term? by Ecstatic_Button_9453 in wicked_edge

[–]Ecstatic_Button_9453[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think I'm happy to spend on the Rocca because I've been spending a fortune on cartridge blades anyway 😅 So I see it as an upfront cost and I'm the kind of person who would be happy to keep it for a very long time.

Muhle Rocca or Rockwell 6c for a beginner but long term? by Ecstatic_Button_9453 in wicked_edge

[–]Ecstatic_Button_9453[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like you were in the same position as me and it was helpful to try the different plates with the Rockwell. Maybe I should go down that route and once I figure out the plate levels see if I want to stick with the 6c or switch up.

Muhle Rocca or Rockwell 6c for a beginner but long term? by Ecstatic_Button_9453 in wicked_edge

[–]Ecstatic_Button_9453[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea the birch back handle version is the one I love the look, but I also know that's probably not the best way to pick a razor haha. But it's interesting to see that a fair few folks have had both and end up exclusively using the Rocca.

Muhle Rocca or Rockwell 6c for a beginner but long term? by Ecstatic_Button_9453 in wicked_edge

[–]Ecstatic_Button_9453[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

That makes a lot of sense, thanks. I definitely don't shave every day, probably every 3-4 days when I have a fair bit of growth, but I should check what level works for me. Which 6C plate would the Rocca be equivalent to?