Should I switch to Headblade? (Mach 3 vs Headblade)

[Dome of Steele]

I've been using Mach 3's for a year and I'm happy with the shave I get.  (I've tried to economize with cheapy razors and it's been a bloody irritating nightmare).  I can use a Mach 3 blade for awhile before it gets dulled and I just use standard sensitive skin shaving cream. 

I don't hangout with slys very often so I joined this forum to get a broader base of headcare knowledge. 
I learned about the Headblade from here.  Is it that much better than the Mach 3?

What I'd like to know is do you save time compared to a Mach 3? 
Is it more expensive to maintain than a Mach 3?  (changing blades, lube/cream products etc?)

I was about to by a 20 pack of Mach 3 blades on ebay for 25 bucks, but I'll hold off until I get some advice from yall. 

[The Anvil]

I have been using my Head Blade for like a solid week and a half, and a Mach Three once(about 4 hours ago) That Mach three was pretty nice, I must say! The Head Blade gets real gunked-up on me, and I try to rinse every pass! (my hair is like piano wire!)

[PBurke]

i like the shave i get with the headblade. but it is just easier for me to use my mach 3. every now and then i will use my headblade. (i only have three)  for some reason though, the classic does better for me than the sport. not sure why.  i say whatever you are comfortable with. welcome by the way. nice coon on your shoulder.

[The Anvil]

i like the shave i get with the headblade. but it is just easier for me to use my mach 3. every now and then i will use my headblade. (i only have three)  for some reason though, the classic does better for me than the sport. not sure why.  i say whatever you are comfortable with. welcome by the way. nice coon on your shoulder.

Holy crap that is a racoon! AWESOME!

[Dome of Steele]

Yeah it's a raccoon.  I was trying to use him as a hairpiece but he kept nibbling on my ear. 
So far I'm leaning toward staying with the Mach 3. 

[The Anvil]

I can shave faster with my Head Blade, but like I said I have only used the Mach3 once, I'm sure it would get easier. Where did you get the racoon? We had one that was injured for a while in Tucson at the Security Police building, it was really cool! We fed it turkey lunch meat, it would dunk it in water before it ate. Does yours wash its food?

[Mikekoz13]

Welcome DS!

I personally think the HeadBlade is a faster shave. ANy closer.....I don't know.... but certainly easier ergonomically to use.

[zetaeffe]

Yeah it's a raccoon.  I was trying to use him as a hairpiece but he kept nibbling on my ear. 
So far I'm leaning toward staying with the Mach 3. 

Raccoons have to love bald heads... I've already seen a clip on Youtube
about a bald fellow with a raccoon... but guess it's not you...

[FR8TRAIN]

Yeah it's a raccoon.  I was trying to use him as a hairpiece but he kept nibbling on my ear. 
So far I'm leaning toward staying with the Mach 3. 

HEADBLADE!!

[NWTRNR]

I use both. First, the Headblade for the bulk of it, and then I followup with any not-as-smooth-as-I-want-it areas with the Mach III or similar. I also use the regular blade for the area right behind the ears and for my face.

[Dome of Steele]

I guess I never did a proper introduction. 

Intro: 
I've been sly for about a year and I buzzed it a few months before that.  I've moved around alot, mostly in the South and I currently reside in Oklahoma to finish up grad school.
I actually searched the internet before I shaved my head then and came across this site and I was given some inspiration to finally take the plunge.  I never looked back and my life is much better now and everyone loves the look.  it's always a topic of discussion when meeting strangers and I have an instant topic of conversation with any other sly guy.  I look forward to use the site for headcare tips, new products, to inspire those young ones with MPB and just for good conversation. 


About the raccoon:  I was visiting a friend in Arkansas and her landlady saved this orphaned baby coon and has raised it up to eventually release it.  He was constantly crawling around, when you pick him up he can't sit still and he'll pull on your clothes and hair (not a problem for me).  He will eat anything and he makes weird croaking noises. 

About Headblade:  I think I'll try it out, it's not too expensive and I'll probably use the headblade then follow up around the ears and neck with the Mach 3. 

Thanks for some info on the subject guys!

[time2shine]

Welcome Dome of Steele!
Great to have you here.  You rock the look my brother.

[Stu]

You won't know until you try it, and give it some time, going slowly initially.  I was a HB convert from day one... quickest easiest shave I have had, and cheap blades too.  Welcome aboard, by the way.

[Dome of Steele]

OK, yall have convinced me (did I give away my upbringing?).  I will order a headblade, it's not too bad of a price.  I watched a youtube of a guy using one and it looked nice.  I'm gonna probably do the behind the ears with the Mach 3. 

In other news a guy asked me if he should go sly and he says he did.  I haven't seen any pics yet but I'll try to get him in on the page. 

[Mikekoz13]

OK, yall have convinced me (did I give away my upbringing?).  I will order a headblade, it's not too bad of a price.  I watched a youtube of a guy using one and it looked nice.  I'm gonna probably do the behind the ears with the Mach 3. 

In other news a guy asked me if he should go sly and he says he did.  I haven't seen any pics yet but I'll try to get him in on the page. 

Dude.... no need to order it. Go to Walmart... they have them for about $10. They usually have HeadSlick too.