Sly Bald Guys Forum
Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => Head Shaving => Topic started by: thebaboun on January 07, 2010, 05:08:23 PM
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Wow ....man I was shaving for the second time, and the headblade broke ....I mean one of the two pieces that connects with the blade broke, so I cannot hook up a blade anymore!!! It is ////////...
I then shaved with a three blade razor that I bought at the Dollorama and it was WAY WAY BETTER........I thought I would share my experience. Honnestly, it WAY EASIER WITH A SIMPLE RAZOR in my opinion and it goes quicker.
I have a question by the way.....How often should I change my blade on the razor????? Every time , or every 2-3 times ?
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The Headblade comes with extra blade attachments. Were you putting downward pressure on it while shaving?
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My HeadBlade Sport is 2.5 yeasr old and still going strong.
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My headblade classic is 3 yrs old without issue.
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I use the Classic and never have had a problem, the sport well...I hate that wheel. In regards to changing the blade, use your own discretion, some guys can go a week or even a month some 3-4 shaves then it' time to change it out. Trust me if you are burning thru blades let's say with the M3 or the fusion than the I would advise going with the Headblade. I say give the HB another whirl, it might grow on you and the ease for some people you just get better shaves, just go easy and follow the period of instruction so you don't start scalping yourself.
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It broke? Bummer! I guess it's possible that your unit was defective, because if you followed the instructions for using the HeadBlade, there should have been practically no pressure on the unit to cause it to break.
Contact HeadBlade and ask them about your HB breaking. They may replace it. If you get another one, try the HB process again from time to time. I would wager that, once you master the technique, you'll probably want to continue using it.
There is a bit of a learning curve with the HB however, so I'm not surprised you feel that a regular razor is easier right now. In any case, everyone is different, and has a preference for one or another product and shaving procedure. Some sly guys here prefer the old-timey single blade razor to any of the currently available bright shiny objects. Part of the fun of going sly is finding and putting together your personal headshaving kit and perfecting your very own shaving ritual.
Frequency of blade changing is different for everyone too. The blade dragging uncomfortably on the hairs, or having to pass the razor over the same area a few times could be considered clues. ;)
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There's some great advice here baboun. Todd Greene and his crew at HeadBlade stand behind their product 100%. Make contact with them regarding your issue. They will make it right. Then like ozzie says, there is a bit of a learning cure. No one is used to pushing a blade across their head at first. Give the HB a try again. It is by far the best razor designed specifically for head shaving. I've been using it for over 2 years now. But the key is to find what works "best for you".
As far as replacing blades, it really is personal preference. I change the blades on my HB every Monday morning whether I think I can get one more shave out of them or not. I have tried that too. Thinking, "I can get get one more shave out of these" and I always end up with burn or dragging. So every week it is for me.
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I have only had a couple adapters since I first got my headblade.
#1 - Broke when I dropped the HB in the shower
#2 - Broke when putting the adapter on the "faceblade" prototype
#3 - Broke same as #1
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THE HEAD BLADE IS REALLY............. a defective design. I cut myself more in one shave attempt than I ever did in forty-something years of shaving. And if I put any less pressure on it, then the shaving cream would have remained undisturbed.
The headblade should come with a box of band aids and a coupon for a free pint of blood.
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I have cut my self a time or two with the Headblade Sport, but I attributed it to going too fast, but to answer the question, I haven't ever broke it and have been using it for just over a year. I'll go through a double blade CVS Atra knockoff blade about once a week, but could probably go longer.
I do have a question, what other razor can the Atra blades be used with? Not Fusion, or MACH 3, not Venus, Not Shick Quatro, so which ones?
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I LOVE MY HEADBLADE!!!
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I will try the headblade sounds like it is the best
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If you cut yourself with the HeadBlade it could be due to the blades that are on it. Try switching to Gillette Sensor blades as they are more forgiving.
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What does that mean? "Forgiving"? That the 2 bladed CVS ATRA blades are inferior? The headblade comes with two adapters, which one for the ones that you're recommending?
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What does that mean? "Forgiving"? That the 2 bladed CVS ATRA blades are inferior? The headblade comes with two adapters, which one for the ones that you're recommending?
Myself and others have found that the Gillette Sensor blades are angled slightly different than the Atra baldes and are a bit more flexible, thus are more forgiving. The "black" sensor type adapter (shown below) is the one that you'll want.
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.headblade.com%2FMerchant2%2Fgraphics%2F00000001%2Fsensor_type_adaptors_lg.jpg&hash=f69e1aa8ae3e97cb9c7dadba612ea959a9ad9da0)
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well Honnestly, I did not do anyting wrong. I find that shaving with a razor is just easier and you REALLY CONTROL how you shave imo. However, I understand that for many people, it works fine!!!!
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well Honnestly, I did not do anyting wrong. I find that shaving with a razor is just easier and you REALLY CONTROL how you shave imo. However, I understand that for many people, it works fine!!!!
You'll find the razor that works best on your scalp, whether it is a "conventional" like MachIII, Fusion or M5 or maybe you'll go for the specialized blades like HB. The whole thing comes down to what gives you the best, smoothest and most lasting shave.
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I'm curious, as I've heard similar stories from other new headbladers who broke their adapter, how much hair did you have going in the first place? If it was quite a bit of growth then that might have been the issue, I know I damn near scalped myself when I went to use my headblade after about 10 days of stubble, so that might have been the issue.
Also, and I'm sure the other headbladers out there will agree: STROKE-RINSE-STROKE-RINSE!
You have to remember that you're shaving a hell of a lot more hair off your head than you would your face, so even the triple blades get clogged up pretty much instantly.
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Yes, Stroke Rinse Stroke Rinse is the way to do it.
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The best tool for the job!
Once you have mastered the technique it really is effortless. With time, your fingers know how much pressure is required, and always keep the wheel end down if you're using a Sport (pad end for the Classic).
I alternate between different razors, but I find when I come back to the HB, I always think to myself how amazing it is.
You've got to give it time and go slow at first.
As far as durabilty, I've had my Sport for over two years now and have only had the black adaptor break when it dropped in the shower. No other problems whatsoever.
I also have a Classic that I've had no issues with as well.
HeadBlade makes a great product and I endorse it wholeheartedly. O0
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I broke a couple of adaptors when I first started using the HB. I applied too much lateral pressure when changing blades and snapped off the tabs that catch and hold the cart. When I learned to slow down I stopped breaking adaptors.
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The headblade is really... Well, awesome hands down, I started with the sport and less than a week later I purchased the s4, this thing is blinga on the finga! Not everyone will agree, but as an avid shving finatic, inlove this thing!!! Great job headblade, now make a legblade for my wife!
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I personally use a combo of the gillette fusion and the head blade. I use them both some areas are better with the fusion I like to touch up with the headblade after using the fusion going against the grain for super smooth slickness.
Pick your shaving device get comfortable with it get into the groove of a regular routine do good prep work, lather good, rinse shave rinse shave rinse as others said, and rock that Sly look with pride.
Fred Man
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I love coming into the Forums and seeing other HeadBladers chiming in. As someone mentioned, we stand behind the HeadBlade 100%... but we realize, it's not for everyone. If you want to give it another go, send an email to info@headBlade.com, and we'll get those adapters replaced at no charge.
Regarding blades, I was with Tyler for a long time. I actually didn't know HeadBlade made Triple Blades til I started working here.... oops. I used Gillette Sensor for years. I've been using the HB Triples for a few months now, and I love them. Like anytime you change a blade, it takes a few shaves to adjust, but I highly recommend them.