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I have a Gem Micromatic but with no blades.
I won an Ever-Ready SR also without blades.
I am a straight razor shaver but would like to experience these two SE razors.
So my question is twofold;
First,... do these two razors take the same SE blades?
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And secondly where might I be able to buy them?
Thanks in advance,
Ralph
10 GEM Blue Star Super Single Edge Razor Blades | Shaving
These will work dandy in the Gem. I am uncertain about the Ever Ready.
My local grocery store carries the Gem SE blades.
What isle? :rofl2:Quote:
Originally Posted by Leatherstockiings
Aisle 12. Next to the deodorants and toothpastes.Quote:
Originally Posted by Raol
Yes those blades will work in both razors. Those blades are virtually impossible to find in Canada in brick and mortar retail stores but common to find south of the border. Surprised to see Fendrihan now carries them.
Bob
Damn! $5 for the blades and $10 shipping just doesn't sit right with me.Quote:
Originally Posted by RezDog
I am kind of surprised they are not more readily available in Canada.
Then i'll be so bold as to PM you my address for a couple of blades in an envelope with a US stamp.Quote:
Originally Posted by Leatherstockiings
BTW do you like Cuban cigars?
Good excuse to load up with enough goodies to get the free shipping. Those are dandy shavers when you do get the blades. IIRC those blades are uncoated carbon steel and you really should take the blades out of the razor after use and dry both the razor and blades or the blades rust like the devil.Quote:
Originally Posted by Raol
Bob
Sure PM me. I would be glad to help out.Quote:
Originally Posted by Raol
Thanks for the tip Bob,.... I will take advantage of your suggestion if I can get Letherstocking to go down isle 12 and pick me up a couple of blades.
Thanks for bringing up SEs. That reminds me I haven't used mine in awhile so I should dust them off and give them a workout again.
Bob
I am on my way to work in the morning and will be taking my Rapide for a honing and shaving. It's a new adventure.
Hey Shaun,Quote:
Originally Posted by RezDog
Looking forward to your feedback with regard to the Rapide
These are Really good:
Blades
You want the ones labeled "Single Edge, PTFE- Coated, Stainless Steel Blades, box/200"
These should be going out in the mail in the next couple of days...
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Funny thing is that aisle 12 at grocery store had the Gems and a generic brand of SE blades but no DE blades. The pharmacy chain store across the street had DEs but no SEs.:thinking:
Cool!
Nice of you to send this out.
Surprising that they are so popular down there and you write that there is even a generic brand???
Around these parts we are lucky to find DE blades? :shrug:
Are there that many Gem shavers in Missouri?
I am perplexed as to why the store would carry two brands of SEs. I don't think they are popular around here. On the other hand I have bought super cheep SEs for cleaning burnt gunk off my stove and peeling paint.
I have read that the SE blades used in scrapers are not the same as the ones for shaving with. I think you can still get SE scraper blades up here.Quote:
Originally Posted by Leatherstockiings
Sometimes we go for a Sunday drive across the border to a little town in northern MN pop under 1400. I was surprised to find 2 or 3 places there that sold several brands of SE shaving blades.
Bob
Bob, I agree with you about the cheap, scraping SEs not being meant for shaving. They would be rough.
If you are talking about Grand Marais being the town in MN, their Ben Franklin seems to have everything!
Checked the local grocery for blades this morning.
No SE
No DE
One tube of Neutrogena shave cream
A few cans of Barbasol on sale.
A zillion carts/razors for men and women.
Men must be shaving in the shower or getting their soap/blades somewhere else.
They are definitely not S.L.A.M.ing!!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by rolodave
It will be interesting to confirm that these will fit the EverReady razor. :rock:
Yes and yes.Quote:
Originally Posted by Leatherstockiings
Bob
IIRC the blades I found were in the drug stores too.Quote:
Originally Posted by rolodave
Bob
Thank you Leatherstockiings,
I received the SE blades and was very much looking forward to a first SE shave.
A bit worried that perhaps these were not for shaving but paint removal.
That concern was soon dispelled as I continued shaving.
Very impressive,... smooth, close and non aggressive.
I'm picking up a few more to give away.
In answer to my earlier question, yes the SE blades fit both Everready and Gem SE razors.
Good to hear, Raol.
How would you compare the GEMs to your favorite DE blades?
I should explain first that as a SR shaver I don't use the DE's all that much and this is my first foray into the world of SE's.Quote:
Originally Posted by Leatherstockiings
I have a large supply of Astras so haven't had the need to try other DE's.
What I can tell you from only one shave is that the SE blades you sent me gave a more comfortable shave than the Astra DE's used in my Merkur Progress Adjustable Safety Razor.
I don't know if the difference is the blade or the blade or the razor?
Could be either but at this point my guess is the SE blade outperforms the DE.
I think Astra DEs are good blades so it's impressive that you think the Gem compares so favorably.
The real difference in shaving with an SE is the blade angle. With the head almost flat against the skin it shaves much as a straight razor. Used as a hoe, it will leave your face raw.
Seems that you got it right the first time!
Enjoy!
~Richard
Exactly, I think with the angle of less than 90 degrees the Gem/Everready helps to lay the blade flatter to the face.Quote:
Originally Posted by Geezer
The test would be to fit an Astra into a Gem and go for it. :hmmm:
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Originally Posted by Raol
Just curious after seeing the less than 90 degree comment, at what angle do you use your DE at?
Bob
I just sat down at the computer after my 2nd shave with the Gem and the same SE blade that John sent me.
Just as comfortable as the first. :rock:
Same angle with both but it is easier to get closer to the face with the Gem/Everready because the angle of the razor is less than 90 degrees to start with.Quote:
Originally Posted by BobH
OK, I think I understand. There is less razor head in the way with an SE compared to a DE. Try a vintage Gillette OC if you get a chance to.Quote:
Originally Posted by Raol
Bob
Not the best pic but it shows somewhat an example of a Jem/Everready profile.
I think also referred to as "shovel head", not necessarily less razor head but more convenient angle.
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Does that make sense Bob??
