Thread: How long can I keep a DE blade in a safety razor without using that razor?

Originally Posted by Alex7

More than 2 or 3 days?

I don't leave blades in the razor. Ever.

I got myself a small mint tin that's a little wider and longer than a blade and about 3/4" high. In it, I put a small Silica Gel packet (the kind they pack with electronics to keep them dry). This is my "drying box".

After each shave and as part of cleaning up the place to avoid the wrath of SWMBO, I put a small linen towel on the bathroom counter. I rinse the blade under hot water and shake it off. I then drop it on the towel and fold the towel over the blade. I press down to just "blot" the blade dry -- no wiping. Once it's blotted, I drop it in the drying box until it's time for the next shave. I also use the linen towel to wipe down the razor to help keep it free from soap residue.

I have used Treet carbon steel blades for three shaves, and Feathers for 6 shaves. I know everyone's mileage may vary, but when I started with DE razors, I kept the blade in the razor and did not get that many shaves from a blade.

Sounds a lot more complicated than it really is. Try it.