Author Topic: How long does it usually take your razor to wear out?  (Read 5264 times)

Offline Sooner Steve

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Re: How long does it usually take your razor to wear out?
« Reply #15 on: March 02, 2008, 10:58:28 PM »
I know this sounds crazy but I change blades once a month, on the first.  I use HB triples.  In fact, I get a few razor bumps the first time I use a new blade.  Usually by the second or third use, no bumps.  I am still getting a close shave on day 30.  Of course, I am MPB and have very fine hair.  I shave in the shower and simply wash the blades with the pressure of the water.  Sure saves on blade expense.
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Re: How long does it usually take your razor to wear out?
« Reply #16 on: March 04, 2008, 09:25:09 AM »
I think it depends on which blade you use. I find that with the HB triples I get many more shaves than other blades. I don't know what it is. And I recall Timmay saying he used one for about six weeks or so.
With the (HB)doubles, I can get a few more shaves than with the Atra. I think it comes down to a few things together, shaving frequency, coarse or fine hair, blade quality and probably prep and blade care factor in too.
But I think most guys average about 7-10 days with a cartridge.