Thread: Astra blades?

Hi, has anyone used the Astra Superior Platinum DE blades? I have a new package of this blades and haven't used them since I'm very fond of Derby blades. Any comments?

I received a fiver of the Astra's with a new DE I purchased. When comparing them to the Israeli blues and especially Feather's I find the Astra's lacking. That is just my experience and other folks may swear by them. Everything associated with wetshaving is subjective of course.

I like 'em. You'll find them fairly sharper than Derby but not as sharp as Feathers. They are also smooth shaving blades. I'd have no problem recommending them.

I have a box of them. They shave well and are sharp without being too "cross". I like them ok.

Ok, they sound convincing... I will try them maybe next week.

I really Love astra blades, They glide and cut nicely. Last about 10 shaves for me. Really love them you should give them a try

Originally Posted by Ryan82

I like 'em. You'll find them fairly sharper than Derby but not as sharp as Feathers. They are also smooth shaving blades. I'd have no problem recommending them.

This is exactly what most of the reviews say on them, (I ordered some online to try & haven't recieved them yet). Thanks, as I was wondering myself.

I like the Astra blades the Feathers were a little much but some people love them. For the money you can't beat them a 100 pack is cheap on Amazon. I have only tried the green packs, and not the blue. I may have to give them a shot too. let us know what you think.