Thread: Blade Source?

Originally Posted by Philadelph

Just for the record, I still don't use DE's lol. I bought a Lady Gillette for my fiancé and now I need to find blades! What is the cheapest source for good blades? Also, what kind of blades should I go for? Keep in mind this is for leg shaving, not face. Thanks!

I bought a big pack of Derby's for my wife's lady gillette. They were cheaper than the Walmart personna blades, even with shipping. I got em from Amazon

West Coast Shaving, Double Edge Blade Sampler Packs

Try the above link. They have sample packs.

Cheers,
Randy

Hi Alex,
Awwwwww, you're a sweet man to get your significant other involved in your 'hobby'. You already have two good sources from other members posts. I might also include Welcome To Connaught Shaving
I've never bought from them, but I heard good things about the service. The prices are pretty darn good, and he carries MWF in the nice bowl. Also, I believe he's based in the UK.
Of the three sites, I'd probably go with the sampler West Coast offers, called the 'Choice', and costs $13.75. There's a good assortment of sharp blades mixed with milder ones, and all those blades have a strong following. I'd also suggest ordering a pack of Iridium Super blades along with whatever you end up with. Sharp, but forgiving, with many good reviews about em.
Hope that helps,
Martin

Oh.......if you order a sampler with Dorco blades, make sure you'll be getting the platinum 301, and not the regular 300 model. Yes, there IS a difference from what I've read.

+1. Still working through my first sampler from West Coast Shaving.

Originally Posted by mischievous

West Coast Shaving, Double Edge Blade Sampler Packs

Try the above link. They have sample packs.

Cheers,
Randy

And last time I looked, Walgreen's (at some sites anyway) carried two house brands, Walgreen's Stainless Steel and ... the other kind. Of course I've forgotten the name. Platinum Chrome, perhaps? Very good blades, I found. I noticed they are marked "Made in USA"--which may well mean, alas, that they are being phased out.

Rich

Thanks Alex perfect timing on this thread I just picked up a Gillette Adjustble Slim....

Dang thing scares me to death, haven't used it yet and the wife told me I am nutz if I even think she is going to try it ....

Originally Posted by gssixgun

Thanks Alex perfect timing on this thread I just picked up a Gillette Adjustble Slim....

Dang thing scares me to death, haven't used it yet and the wife told me I am nutz if I even think she is going to try it ....

I find that very funny coming from a straight shaver! I started with DEs but mostly use a straight now and you have nothing to worry about. Dial it down to 1 or 2 and see how that goes. It's very mild at that setting. I find that 5 or 6 on mine gives about the closeness feel of a straight. The slim is a great razor and one of the best Gillette made. $4 is a great buy as good condition usually go for $25+

Try www.leesrazors.com.

Originally Posted by Tennessee Dave

Try www.leesrazors.com.

I did not have the best of luck with this place. My order was delayed for two months with no communication or explanation despite repeated inquiries. When he did finally respond, he gave no explanation but told me he would make it up to me by sending along extra blades with my razor order. The razor finally showed up but the extra blades never did.
Hopefully, your experience will be different, but I'd pick ebay over this guy, and I don't like ebay.

Originally Posted by rastewart

And last time I looked, Walgreen's (at some sites anyway) carried two house brands, Walgreen's Stainless Steel and ... the other kind. Of course I've forgotten the name. Platinum Chrome, perhaps? Very good blades, I found. I noticed they are marked "Made in USA"--which may well mean, alas, that they are being phased out.

Rich

Hi Rich,
Thanks for jogging my memory about the Walgreens 'house' blades. Some stores will carry the ones that say 'Made in Israel' on the back. It's a little sticker that's been applied, and these are supposed to be the same as the IP (Israeli Personna), which has a very good reputation. Oy, who knew?