Comments on: When Generics Bite Back — Razor of Death… http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/ Sat, 20 Mar 2010 15:34:03 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 hourly 1 By: Generics: For Better and Worse | Frugal Hacks http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-30591 Generics: For Better and Worse | Frugal Hacks Sun, 16 Nov 2008 10:30:45 +0000 http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-30591 [...] razor blades for the Gillette Sensor handle. Micah tried these and they really cut up his face. He even tried each replacement blade once to be sure it [...] [...] razor blades for the Gillette Sensor handle. Micah tried these and they really cut up his face. He even tried each replacement blade once to be sure it [...]

]]> By: Ronald http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-15790 Ronald Mon, 31 Mar 2008 02:22:48 +0000 http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-15790 How long does a double edge blade last? How good of a shave will a blade give? As with a "cut-throat" razor it depends on the sharpness of the blade and the durability/hardness of the steel. Has anyone looked at the edge of various maker’s double edge blades under a 10 power magnifying glass, or, better yet, a microscope, to see if they can see a difference in the blade edges? I looked at a Schick, and a Merkur, under a 10X glass. The Merkur, even at only 10X, has a rough edge. The Schick has a much smoother edge. I checked this out after using one of each blade. The Schick gave me 25 good shaves before it started pulling, The Merkur blade gave me a worse (it pulled more) shave on the first shave than the Schick did after 25 shaves. I used to get 60 good shaves out of the Gillette Blue Blade. Now I am doing good to get 30 out of stainless steel, platinum, etc. Seems the blade makers are just not putting as good of an edge on their blades just so they will get duller faster. I have not tried the Feather Blades yet, but have ordered some, as they have a reputation for sharpness. A person should be able to tell just how long, comparatively, a blade will last just by looking at its edge under a microscope. The whole thing seems to be a "sting" operation though, as sharp blades could go out for weeks and then start sending out less sharp ones. How long does a double edge blade last? How good of a shave will a blade give?
As with a “cut-throat” razor it depends on the sharpness of the blade and the durability/hardness of the steel.
Has anyone looked at the edge of various maker’s double edge blades under a 10 power magnifying glass, or, better yet, a microscope, to see if they can see a difference in the blade edges?
I looked at a Schick, and a Merkur, under a 10X glass. The Merkur, even at only 10X, has a rough edge. The Schick has a much smoother edge.
I checked this out after using one of each blade. The Schick gave me 25 good shaves before it started pulling,
The Merkur blade gave me a worse (it pulled more) shave on the first shave than the Schick did after 25 shaves.
I used to get 60 good shaves out of the Gillette Blue Blade. Now I am doing good to get 30 out of stainless steel, platinum, etc.
Seems the blade makers are just not putting as good of an edge on their blades just so they will get duller faster.
I have not tried the Feather Blades yet, but have ordered some, as they have a reputation for sharpness.
A person should be able to tell just how long, comparatively, a blade will last just by looking at its edge under a microscope.
The whole thing seems to be a “sting” operation though, as sharp blades could go out for weeks and then start sending out less sharp ones.

]]> By: IttyBiz » Frugality Vs. Reality: Cash Flow When Working From Home http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11762 IttyBiz » Frugality Vs. Reality: Cash Flow When Working From Home Mon, 18 Feb 2008 03:01:55 +0000 http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11762 [...] she wrote a post called When Generics Bite Back — Razor of Death, the title of which is good enough that I wish I’d written it. In the post, she basically [...] [...] she wrote a post called When Generics Bite Back — Razor of Death, the title of which is good enough that I wish I’d written it. In the post, she basically [...]

]]> By: The Friday Gathering for 2/15/2008 - The late edition http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11712 The Friday Gathering for 2/15/2008 - The late edition Sun, 17 Feb 2008 15:13:40 +0000 http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11712 [...] When Generics Bite Back — Razor of Death… [...] [...] When Generics Bite Back — Razor of Death… [...]

]]> By: K http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11589 K Sat, 16 Feb 2008 06:13:38 +0000 http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11589 The Simple Dollar site had a good article a while back about shaving you might want to check out: http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2007/03/21/the-simple-dollar-guide-to-shaving The Simple Dollar site had a good article a while back about shaving you might want to check out:

http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2007/03/21/the-simple-dollar-guide-to-shaving

]]> By: Mrs Micah's Mom http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11229 Mrs Micah's Mom Wed, 13 Feb 2008 20:14:34 +0000 http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11229 In his youth, Mrs. Micah's father used a straight-edge razor, one of those 'cut-throat' razors. He never had any trouble and got a very smooth shave, but it was a lot more trouble. I'm glad he had stopped long before we were married because I would have worried about it, however needlessly. A straight-edge razor is cheaper, though, once you're past the initial cost. If you try one, be sure to get 7 blades, one for each day of the week; the blades stay sharp longer if they have a rest before the next use. You'll need a sharpener, too, and brushes and a shaving mug. It still seems dangerous to me, though. In his youth, Mrs. Micah’s father used a straight-edge razor, one of those ‘cut-throat’ razors. He never had any trouble and got a very smooth shave, but it was a lot more trouble. I’m glad he had stopped long before we were married because I would have worried about it, however needlessly.

A straight-edge razor is cheaper, though, once you’re past the initial cost. If you try one, be sure to get 7 blades, one for each day of the week; the blades stay sharp longer if they have a rest before the next use. You’ll need a sharpener, too, and brushes and a shaving mug. It still seems dangerous to me, though.

]]> By: Ryan S. http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11210 Ryan S. Wed, 13 Feb 2008 17:06:56 +0000 http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11210 I haven't used generic razors, but I use a really large pack of Gilettes bought from Costco. I also shave in the shower, which saves me about 10 minutes a day and lets me stay in the shower a few minutes longer. :) I haven’t used generic razors, but I use a really large pack of Gilettes bought from Costco. I also shave in the shower, which saves me about 10 minutes a day and lets me stay in the shower a few minutes longer. :)

]]> By: Glblguy From Gather Little by Little http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11181 Glblguy From Gather Little by Little Wed, 13 Feb 2008 11:15:14 +0000 http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11181 Thanks for the link. I've been shaving the "old fashioned way" for more than a year now. One of THE BEST decisions I ever made. Disposable razors provide a terrible shave, are expensive, and a bad for the environment. Bite the bullet and my a nice Merkur razor some high quality blades, a shaving brush, and some good shaving soap/cream and he'll never look back. It does take a little getting used to, but after a few shaves, he'll love it. Close shave, no cuts if you do it right, and best of all...NO razor burn!! Buying good quality shaving cream really helps with the experience too. It makes me actually look forward to shaving. Thanks for the link. I’ve been shaving the “old fashioned way” for more than a year now. One of THE BEST decisions I ever made. Disposable razors provide a terrible shave, are expensive, and a bad for the environment.

Bite the bullet and my a nice Merkur razor some high quality blades, a shaving brush, and some good shaving soap/cream and he’ll never look back.

It does take a little getting used to, but after a few shaves, he’ll love it. Close shave, no cuts if you do it right, and best of all…NO razor burn!! Buying good quality shaving cream really helps with the experience too. It makes me actually look forward to shaving.

]]> By: Looby http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11148 Looby Wed, 13 Feb 2008 04:51:31 +0000 http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11148 Like CFO my s/o uses an electric razor because he hates to shave. He got a great Philips one on sale. It's a really close shave and doesn't irritate him at all. Plus it's much quicker and doesn't require shaving foam or aftershave. It's a bigger initial expense but lasts a long time, he's had it almost a year and hasn't had to replace the blade or foil yet. Like CFO my s/o uses an electric razor because he hates to shave. He got a great Philips one on sale. It’s a really close shave and doesn’t irritate him at all. Plus it’s much quicker and doesn’t require shaving foam or aftershave. It’s a bigger initial expense but lasts a long time, he’s had it almost a year and hasn’t had to replace the blade or foil yet.

]]> By: Shauna http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11147 Shauna Wed, 13 Feb 2008 04:42:52 +0000 http://financefreelancelife.com/2008/02/12/when-generics-bite-back-razor-of-death/#comment-11147 While you're at it, scratch generic antibiotics off that list. Back in my broke, uninsured college student desperation, I took up Meijer's "free antibiotic" offer for a relentless cold. Not the best idea I'd ever had. Not only did it take 2 weeks of horse-sized pills, I'm pretty sure my own immune system did all of the work anyway. If I'm ever in that hellish situation again, I'm sticking to orange juice! Feel better Micah! Btw-bulk razors from Costco (and such) are much cheaper. Also, I'm not sure if it's true of men's razors but, I use Venus razors and ALWAYS pick the cheapest option. They package it to differentiate the razor type, but it's always a fit! While you’re at it, scratch generic antibiotics off that list. Back in my broke, uninsured college student desperation, I took up Meijer’s “free antibiotic” offer for a relentless cold. Not the best idea I’d ever had. Not only did it take 2 weeks of horse-sized pills, I’m pretty sure my own immune system did all of the work anyway. If I’m ever in that hellish situation again, I’m sticking to orange juice!

Feel better Micah! Btw-bulk razors from Costco (and such) are much cheaper. Also, I’m not sure if it’s true of men’s razors but, I use Venus razors and ALWAYS pick the cheapest option. They package it to differentiate the razor type, but it’s always a fit!

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