Double Edge Safety Razor Blades - 10 Count

I only just started using a safety razor. I've been using 2 and 3 blade Gilette cartridges forever and was looking for a closer shave and a way to save money. I've got crazy coarse beard hair and these blades do cut it quite well. However, it does take longer to shave with a safety razor versus the cartridges. It makes sense that one blade takes 3 strokes to equal a single stroke of a cartridge with 3 blades. I read otherwise online but they're either lying or have baby beards that a little milk and a cat could take care of. That's not to say it takes 3 times as long but certainly closer to double to get as close of a shave as I can with cartridges. The blades fit my Hensen razor perfectly. I have the standard one - not the special order one that supposedly cuts even closer if you don't bleed to death. I do cut myself more often with this than the cartridge style but I am getting better. One of the biggest revelations I've made is that some of the foaming shaving cremes work a lot better than my old standby Gillette gel (non-foaming, not available anymore). I found that the foaming aloe stuff from Harry's works really really well. It took the performance of my cartridge blades up a notch as well. I shave and keep my razor in the shower. When I'm done, I loosen the handle just enough to fully rinse all the hair and hang it in a holder to dry. I get like 2 weeks out of a single blade before it starts pulling more than I can stand. I have yet to see any rust form from doing this. It looks as clean at the end of its useful life as it did on first use. I'll probably get more of these but I'm still not 100% sold on these being "better" than cartridges. I think the honest answer is that it depends on lots of things.

One of the sharpest, longest-lasting blades I buy. A good value for the price if you use a safety razor.

First off, let me give a little background. Actually, before that, let me state that I am African American (in this case it is important to state that because of the difference of skin, hair growth, to give info to other African Americans, etc. But in the end, a good shave is a good shave and a bad shave is a bad shave). Anyway, I've been shaving for over half of my life..since I was about 14 or 15 I guess. Like many of you, I've tried several different razors (including horrible electric razors), creams, after shaves, techniques, etc. I've gotten everything from good shaves to cutting myself badly to razor bumps that made my face look like I had acne from drinking a bucket of french fry oil the night before. Then came last Christmas. My brother bought me a gift package from the Grooming Lounge, complete with my very first double-edge razor. Just like the kind "old guys" and grand-pappys use to use. In so many words, he pretty much told me that I would never turn back. And he was right. Goodbye expensive razors with multiple blades and cheap razors that sounded like scraping sandpaper against my face. A new era in my shaving experience had begun. With a DE razor, no less. I was now officially a man. (Ok, slight exaggeration, but you get the point). My brother packed Merkur blades in there. I was amazed at the closeness and ease of my shaves. Well, almost a year later, my Merkur's stopped working. How could razor blades "stop working" you might ask? I have no idea. It is still a mystery to me. I changed my blade once a week, and never had a problem for almost a year. The only thing I can think of is that my face got used to them. But it happened pretty much all of a sudden, out of nowhere..very strange. All I know is that about a month or two ago, my Merkur blades stopped doing the job for me. I wasn't getting the good shaves I once got. So I came here on Amazon and saw these "Feather" blades pop up in the results. (I think I had seen them before but didn't pay much attention because my Merkurs were doing fine before). Just about everyone raved about them (and said that they were so sharp that they were gonna decapitate me or something lol). So I figured I'd give the Feathers a try. After checkout, it said my shipment would arrive in like 12 days or something like that. Well, true to almost every purchase in the past, Amazon and their vendor was awesome and I received the blades at my doorstep in like 3 days. (And they came from the other side of the country). Being warned by all of the "Samurai" reviews and fearing I might slice my finger in half, I very slowly (and I will admit nervously) opened up one of the blades. And yes, they are VERY sharp. I was very careful to handle the blade gently with one thumb/finger on each end of the blade but my finger did VERY lightly touch the "main" part of the blade. No bleeding, but I could tell how sharp they were. I shaved very slowly and lightly, putting no pressure against my face (letting the weight of the handle and blade do the work, which is what you're suppose to do). I have to say, although sharp, I do not see these as "Samurai" swords. Honestly, I think that folks who talk about how sharp they are and that they're gonna slice your face in half are just plain using bad technique. Don't get me wrong, these blades ARE very sharp!! But I think the most "dangerous" part of their sharpness is taking a new one out of the package to place on your razor. But I mean you're handling it with your fingers so of course you have to be extra careful. Other than that, you MUST use proper technique. I think my technique is pretty good and I have BARELY gotten a cut on my face from using these Feathers. Nice, VERY smooth shave. I might get a nick here and there, but they are usually on my neck area (everybody's sensitive area anyway), and only one or two SMALL nicks at the most. And, I must add that I have somewhat sensitive skin. So if I have sensitive skin and my face isn't getting cut up, then the problems people have are probably associated with their technique. Either that or their beards don't grow in thick enough for a razor this sharp. Bottom line, these are the best razor blades I have ever used. Quick example: I was running late for work the other morning but wanted to squeeze in a shave. I shaved with only two passes, with the grain, and my face looked good. Sure, could have been closer, but it was close enough that you could tell my face was shaved. (Plus, I like a slight 5 o'clock shadow look sometimes). In the end, I highly recommend these Feather razors. But if you don't want your face cut up, you have to know what you're doing. If you want some tips about proper technique, watch some of the videos by "mantic59" on YouTube. He's kind of become like the DE wet shaving "guru" on YouTube. Happy (and safe) shaving to you all!

I purchased these blades (along with some Derby blades) a few days after receiving my Merkur long-handled safety razor. Because of new job opportunities, I had to return to shaving after growing out and wearing a full beard for over a year. I dislike conventional shaving so much that it was one of the several reasons why I've grown out my beard in the past. When deciding to shave off my beard again, I promised myself I would make shaving more enjoyable than I'd experienced with those useless cartridge and electric razors I've wasted my money on. Of course, my research led me to wet-shaving with a double edge safety razor. I was apprehensive to use these blades at first. I'd read so many reviews about these being "ninja sharp" and "not for beginners" I was willing to wait patiently as I retaught myself how to shave. I was developing my technique and getting comfortable with the Derby blades all while the Feathers sat on the shelf. Finally, after a 5 or 6 shaves with the Derby, I put a Feather Hi-Stainless. It was the best move I've made since I started shaving again. These blades are so sharp, so smooth, so effective at cutting through my beard. Just to double check, after about 2 weeks using the Feather blades, I tried another Derby blade to see if I could get comparable results. I simply couldn't. After 2 or 3 dragging, tugging, pulling cuts with a (new) Derby blade, I put back in the Feather and may never use another brand of blades again. Don't be put off by the "not for beginners" hype and paranoia surrounding these blades. On your first ever day of learning how to drive, did you wrap your dad's car around a telephone pole at 90 mph? Probably not. Take your time, focus on your technique, prepare your face and your lather, and you'll be ok. I haven't cut myself once with these blades. One comment said these blades rusted. They don't rust. Feather applies 2 very generous dabs of wax to the blades to hold them onto the wax-paper wrapper, and after the frequent rinsing and reacting with your shaving soaps/creams/oils, the WAX on the outside of the Feather blades starts to oxidize/change colors, and it can be misconstrued as rust. The wax doesn't affect the shave at all. These blades are very high-quality and I'm glad I started using them to shave. They've been a very good investment and I will continue to use them for as long as I can.

When I first bought a safety razor, I had heard that it could produce a closer shave, and for a cheaper price than a cartridge razor. While the blades that came with it weren't bad, I'd heard great things about Feather Double Edged blades. So I figured, for under $5, why not give them a shot. A few shaves later and I knew these double edged blades are nothing short of wonderous: Pros: + They're really sharp, and give a close shave with an experienced hand + Since they are sharp, they don't cause irritation during a shave. + Two blades means a faster shave, and less rinsing. + As there is a blade on both sides, the longevity is great. I can frequently get up to two weeks out of each blade, if not a bit more, before it becomes too irritating under normal conditions. + They're cheap. $5 for 10. We're talking 20 weeks of shaving for under $5. + The packaging helps keep you safe! Nothing like the little slot in the back of each set for used razors. Cons: - They're sharp.... well duh... they're razors... be careful. - You can not take them in a carry on, so expect to check luggage if you want your blades on a trip - With a lot of growth, the blade dulls faster, so shaving off your beard can take down a razor in less than two weeks. - They only lose a star because for only $5 more you get 30 blades, which is significantly better value. Aside from some inconveniences from a travel perspective, Feather Double Edged Razor Blades are almost perfect. If you're uncertain pick up the 10 pack, but if you have an inkling, skip the trial, and buy in bulk.

Wow. Just wow. I am fairly new to the safety razor world in an attempt to go old school and do a little man pampering every now and then. I got a safety razor as part of a gift set and used the blades that came with it (Shark was the brand name). They were decent and did an OK job shaving but cut me up a little too often. I picked up a no name brand at a local store and threw the entire purchase away after shaving one time with one of those razors - it was a massacre! I found someone at work that recommended Feather to me and I gave them a shot and was hoping for the best because the price was right! These are the best most smooth shaving blades I have ever used in my life, no hyperbole!!!! These blades slice through hair no matter how long/short or old/new. It's weird when you shave because it just glides over the top of your face and I was unsure if I was even shaving hair. What I mean is there was zero tug or snag on any hair, it felt as if I was practicing shaving when I was 12 and had no blade in the razor; it just glides over your face. But drag my hand over the just shaved area and it was smooth as a baby's bottom. These things will blow you away with how sharp and smooth they are. The sharper the razor the LESS you cut or nick yourself and after one shave with these blades, no blood anywhere. Buy these blades, you will NOT be disappointed! Caveat: They took a long time to be delivered to me so order well in advance of when you're going to need them.

These blades are everything promised: fiendishly sharp, easily sharp enough to do severe damage to yourself in very short order if you're not careful, but also like going from a Chevy Cavalier to a Porsche 911 if you're a halfway competent wet-shaver who knows the importance of prep, product & precision. Without exaggerating, these make Derby and Personna Blue blades look like the blades they sell at Walmart to scrape paint off windows. Sharper, in fact, than even my extra-hollow ground straights. They're much more comparable in sharpness to something like a disposable surgical blade, which is impressive given the disposable scalpels I've seen go for $10 apiece. If you're a newbie just looking to mess around with, I would NOT recommend these blades until/unless you read up on the aforementioned and get a grasp on your strategy. Unlike a duller blade where your nicks will tear the nerves like a paper cut (yeooowtch), thus giving you instant wakeup that you're doing something wrong, Feathers are so sharp that you can give yourself multiple weepers (using bad form) without realizing it until you're half done with your face and suddenly you're bleeding and resemble a poorly sliced salami. The pictures in the gallery here are no joke; I'm not going to say shaving's an art, but it's definitely an acquired motor skill. If you keep nicking yourself, STOP AND TRY SOMETHING ELSE. You learn from doing correctly, not from screwing up and hurting yourself. Some Tips for First Time Feather Buyers: 1) Learn your fundamentals. I can't link it here, but if you Google "wet shaving chart", you'll see the same training images that barbers have used for centuries: a big part of what makes wet shaving a PITA is learning where to shave first, and how to do it, etc. If you ignore this and go at your face willy-nilly, you'll maul yourself without knowing why, trust me. With a cartridge, the worst that'll happen if you make a horrendous choice (like dry shaving against the grain on your neck) is razor burn. Try that with a Feather and you'll bounce off the hairs and cut yourself badly in the first 5 minutes, I 100% guarantee you. The razor burn will also be 400% worse, but I doubt you'll even be able to finish to get that far. 2) Don't push down!!!! Cartridge razors are designed to be pushed on; pushing = closer shave. Safety razors are designed to glide over the skin; pushing = no safety margin = top layer of your skin gets thinly sliced like pastrami. Don't do it! Let the heavy head glide on the lather once you've gotten the angle right. With a Feather, it'll cut so clean it'll be literally scary. Trust your angle & your lather. Remember, you're just trying to skim the lather off, not get a Baby Butt shave in one pass! Don't be tempted due to how sharp the blade is: make your by-the-book 3x passes without pushing down and this baby will REDEFINE baby butt smooth. 3) Go slowly and use small strokes! Big strokes = TV commercial stuff. Make tentative motions until you feel the perfect biting angle, then do inch long strokes, back and forth, keeping the feel on that proper 30-degree cut. Once you get the feel down it'll be easy. I used to do my entire head this way, even behind my neck, once I got confident with that angle. It's all in the hands. Don't go over the same area too many times, but if you have good soap I've found I have a lot of leeway before you start to risk razor burn (like 5-6 strokes, usually, which is plenty). For those who know (and don't mind swapping blades every 3 shaves), Feather is the King of Double Edged blades.

I had been using a real name brand blade for years (decades actually). Bought them 50 at a time. When I cracked into the new package I was met with nothing but grief and blood. I went thru several and decided I needed to change. BOY was I lucky to find the Feather Double Edge Safety blades. I use a Merkur shaver and these were advertised as very compatible. They were right. These blade immediately returned me to smooth and nick free shaving experience. I then went back and bought a 50 pack to keep me supplied for the year. I started out on an electric shaver my Grandmother gave me as a teen but it was terrible and had to dump it for regular razor blades. Yes, I tried some of the multi blade madness, but about 30 years ago I decided a double edge safety razor was the ONLY way to go. Get these blades if you want your face to be happy!