I've been thinking of permanently switching to a DE razor to save money after the initial investment. Any opinions?
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I do not have any personal experience with a double-edged, however, from all that I have gathered from those who have switched from a DE to the current hi-tech razors, they would never go back to a DE. Based upon your budget, a Schick Quattro or a Hydro are good choices. They are cutting edge (pun meant!) technology, and they don't gouge you on the cartridges like Gillette does. A Quattro cartridge lasts a full month and costs about $2.50. Hope this helps.
151735
they are the best, I use 1 blade a week....they are pricey!! but it doesn't hurt to shave.
151736
I have found the razor to give a wonderfully close shave but be sure to flush blade when you are shaving and after finishing. Because the blades are so close they seem to retain hair that once hard and in place can make the next shave rough. If you do flush completely they last as long or longer than two blade razors and many times closer than any electric I have ever used!
151737
I wouldn't switch to a DE if I were you. I actually just switched from a DE. First of all you have to be extremely careful with them because it's extremely easy to cut yourself. It actually to me a few weeks of cutting myself before finally learning how to use it properly. Also with DE razors the blades only last for 1-2 shaves then you have to switch it out. Considering that and how often you will have to buy more blades it's actually more expensive. Overall I'd say to just stay with a more modern razor.
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I wouldnt trade my gillette fusion proglide power razor for a DE razor. My face has never felt so smooth after i have shaved with it and other razors have never made my face feel so smooth like this blade does. I wouldnt trade that for the world. Plus one blade cartridge last me a whole month so 4 months of smooth shaving ill take it
151739
I would highly recommend this razor and I been using for over a year and 100% please and got rid of my electric razor and will continue to use this razor. So try it you won't be disappointed with this razor
1446945
I plan on buying whatever razor I like and modifying its handle if need be with some duck tape (a few or many turns to make it fatter and stick in there securely). I wouldn't worry too much about getting something "compatible" if you are a fix-it type. Also, such surely beats paying 72 bucks for their "warhammer" model which seems about as effective at everything as this one.
308939
Probably just me, but shaving in the shower with a DE razor would be like trying to drive while blindfolded. I need to see my face with the razor touching my face. If not, I have visions of "Sweeney Todd" flashing in front of my eyes. And as many say, the razor needs to be dried (and kept dry) after each shave. It's not a cheap plastic razor like we are all used to.
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I'm even more late, but thought I'd add my 2 cents. I have used two norelco rotary shavers, two Braun foil shavers and a Panasonic foil. Hands down the best shave is from the Panasonic. One of the Norelco's is my first electric razor purchased back in 1994 and still running like new - now that is quality construction. However the shave closeness is not as good compared to more recent shavers and takes forever. The other norelco is a much newer one, one of their recent nivea lotion models. I can get a good shave out of it, but it lacks in comparison to the Panasonic, not as close and takes much longer. The Braun's both performed excellently, but always left me with irritation, and sometimes good burns too. Both were self-cleaning synchro shavers. If you want strictly dry shaving, Braun is a good choice. Panasonic, a fully immersible wet/dry electric, I may have never used this razor dry, I can't remember so I won't comment on that. i prefer wet shaving with a quality soap or cream and brush, in the shower. It always gives me an almost blade close shave, without any irritation or most importantly bleeding. It never looses power when confronted with dense growth unlike the norelco's. If I have 2 days growth the norelco motor is audibly and sensibly effected. The Panasonic is unaffected It's motor plows through anything. I have loved my Panasonic ES8228S so much, but have decided to upgrade to the ES-LA93K. Will the Panasonic be up on ebay, like the fate of my other dis-guarded razors? HELL NO! I will keep it for a rainy day, change of pace, in case the 93k explodes or some other act of God takes it from me. I will continue to love my ES8228S for it's lifetime. Seriously guys, it's that good.
448314
Depends on your beard type (heavy, light, etc) and how well you maintain the razor. I take care of mine but have to replace the blades every 6 months or the performance suffers.
1971966
Don't know about that I do know that the razors are cheaper than the blades.Now that I think about it call their consumer line and ask. They would have the answer and sometimes you get a coupon to try something new.
531016
I've seen an improvement over my old cartridge razor. The biggest thing is finding the right blade that works for your skin type. Once you figure that out its a lot better. The razor is great I've really been happy with it. I've had it about 8 months.
1188155
My Norelco shaves really really well with new blades . . . .for about 2 months. I mean . . . . as good as a Gilette power 5-blade razor. But then the performance falls off pretty quickly. At 3 months, I'm debating on whether to spend another $40 on new blades or go back to the Gilette. It's my only disappointment in Norelco razors.
1386773
Hah! To answer the original poster's question, I think I'd be a little more comfortable with a regular razor shaver for that kind of thing. This strikes me as too liable to do "pinching" and such.
2097784
This razor is a great option if you are willing to take your time with it. Don't apply pressure let the razor do the work. Other wide you will end up cutting your face to ribbons. If you have moles etc yes you will slice them off if you slide the razor over them. Go around them on your main pass then clean up the hair around problem area. I recommend going to YouTube and watch a video on how to shave with a de razor your face will thank you. Great razor you'll love it nothing but good
227743
It seems many like Shark, but at least for my DE razor they are my least favorite. Lord is a brand I like a lot better and it comes in half blades also. I normally shave with Feather, but my other favorites, not sure if they com in halves, are Gillette Goal. My point is just that if you haven't tried Lord, I think you should, then come tell me what you think. :) Maybe this is different for a single edge razor though.
1710715
I use my husband's all the time! Love it! Dollar Shave Club is using this razor and advertising for women to stop paying the Pink Razor Tax LOL!
559421
I have only tried it with dual bladed razors so far. It has saved me tons of $$$.
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Do some research (for example, Google "wet shaving"). Also, you can get a good perspective on products from the Amazon reviews. My advice - don't get into this by purchasing a cheap "starter kit". That's what I did, and had a horrible introduction to wet shaving (to the point where I almost quit and went back to the multi-blades). Then I did some research and "invested" in a good razor (Merkur HD 34C), high-quality blades, along with a silver-tip badger shave brush and high-quality soap. Now wet shaving is something I enjoy doing each day. I do get an occasional nick, but nothing like those first shaves on the shoddy equipment. Do some research (for example, Google "wet shaving"). Also, you can get a good perspective on products from the Amazon reviews. My advice - don't get into this by purchasing a cheap "starter kit". That's what I did, and had a horrible introduction to wet shaving (to the point where I almost quit and went back to the multi-blades). Then I did some research and "invested" in a good razor (Merkur HD 34C), high-quality blades, along with a silver-tip badger shave brush and high-quality soap. Now wet shaving is something I enjoy doing each day. I do get an... » Read More Do some research (for example, Google "wet shaving"). Also, you can get a good perspective on products from the Amazon reviews. My advice - don't get into this by purchasing a cheap "starter kit". That's what I did, and had a horrible introduction to wet shaving (to the point where I almost quit and went back to the multi-blades). Then I did some research and "invested" in a good razor (Merkur HD 34C), high-quality blades, along with a silver-tip badger shave brush and high-quality soap. Now wet shaving is something I enjoy doing each day. I do get an occasional nick, but nothing like those first shaves on the shoddy equipment. « Show Less
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It's a terrible razor. I should learn. If the price is too good to be true, most likely it's junk. It's junk. Spend a little more and get a good one.
780336
I don't think so, but the razor is so darn cheap that it's easy to just buy a new one. Each razor lasts me 3-5 years, and then I buy a new one. The new one costs less than buying a replacement blade on one of the expensive models.
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I started using one in October 2014. It's February 2016, and I'm getting ready to switch to the second one. Like any razor, these will be super smooth at first, then go through a break-in period after a week or so. If you can put up with being careful with it for a couple of weeks, it becomes smooth again. More pressure required than a new blade, but you won't cut yourself like when it was three weeks old. I generally get 12 to 24 months out of one. Saves lots of money.