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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 have used the shave dens store they have a few brands there ive bought crystals from them, if you have a dollar general near home or even a walmart they carry decent blades as well i thinl both places the blades are made in isreal as the crystal des, thats where im getting mine now here is a link if u want something more exotic Tryphon Enterprises - catalog
Walmart has Personna platinum chrome blades. A 10 pack for $2.25 in Massachusetts
yea wal mart has good prices 4 blades and they are good blades
PM me your address - I'll send you a pack of Derby's for her to try (nice mild blade).
Also, most drugstores carry at least one brand of DE blades.
cheers,
rick
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Originally Posted by Philadelph
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.
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Originally Posted by mischievous
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 :D and the wife told me I am :cen nutz if I even think she is going to try it :w....
Try www.leesrazors.com.
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Hi Rich,Quote:
Originally Posted by rastewart
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?
Thanks everyone!
Glen, I can't believe you got that for yourself (if that is the case). If so, never talk to me again... until maybe you give it up and just let your wife use it- if she even will. :roflmao
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tennessee Dave
Hopefully, your experience will be different, but I'd pick ebay over this guy, and I don't like ebay.
:w What can I say Alex it was sitting there next to a whole mess of chipped up straights, it was $4 and looked brand new....
I had this great thought that she might use it, never, ever, try and think what a woman might do :roflmao:roflmao
Derbys are an excellent DE blade, maybe the very best blade for a mild, but still very effective shave. Out of about 10 brands I've tried, my favorites are: Derbys on the mild side, Feather when I'm on my game, and Israeli Personna is kind of in-between. Not quite as forgiving as Derby, but not quite as scary sharp as Feather.Quote:
Originally Posted by rsrick
I love Derby blades. I've bought a few times from dssokey on eBay. Usually $19.99 per 100 blades, though there's a set for $9.99 up right now if you've got a quick trigger finger.
Feather blades are nice, but with wicked sharp comes unforgiving.
I don't really care for Merkur blades, but that's just me.
+1 on the feathers except...Quote:
Originally Posted by sensei_kyle
I recently aquired a Fat boy from another generous member here and it has tamed the mighty feather! I use a setting of 4 and I'm getting very close and comfortable shaves with no visible scarring, bleeders or weepers. It's a super efficient combination for me!
Don't fear the feather! They are a wonderful product!
Randy
Alex, I have a ton of Derby Extra blades. I could easily send you a few packs. It's the least I could do.
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+Quote:
Originally Posted by gssixgun