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Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => Head Shaving Product Reviews => Topic started by: baldvinny on October 10, 2006, 01:29:43 PM
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Sorry it took so long getting around to writing this, but it is long overdue. the fellas on this board really need to be informed of all things HeadBlade. As i mentioned in another thread, i have done some marketing/promotional work for HeadBlade over the last several years. I am not an "employee", rather a really good "friend of the family". This is a perfect place to keep one thread for all things/questions about the HB. if i dont know the answer, i'll most certainly find it for you.
since it's inception, headblade has been constantly developing products for guys who shave their dome. the thing that attracted me most to the company at the time i was introduced was that the company's founder shaved his head. this was not gillette trying to come out with a razor...this was a guy who shaved everyday like i did
the main problem with shaving your head is the handle. using a traditional razor, the handle is awkward and you'll often shave at weird angles. also, most people tend to "rake" the razor and take short strokes. this clogs the blade and increases friction. headblade alleviates both of those problems
the main draw with the Original HeadBlade (http://www.headblade.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=THS&Product_Code=5101&Category_Code=5000) (as well as the S4, and the new HB Sport) is that there is no handle. well, there is, but its attached to your hand. there is a ring right on top of the unit that you slide your middle finger into (and dont worry Yetti, if you have big fingers just run the plastic under hot water and it can be stretched open a bit). You rest your index finger on the front and either your ring/pinky finger on the back. it is important to keep the back pad in contact with your head AT ALL TIMES, so i'm gonna mention it a few times to drive it into your heads
the standard headblade (as well as S4) use a pivoting double blade. the replacements are the same as for the gillette Atra line (but to save some dough, you can get the same blades as a CVS/WalMart/Target store brand). the blades on the atra are the same blades as on a mach3, there are just less of them. the blades are made the same way, with the same technology. some shavers are stuck on the mach3, thinking more blades = better shave. in my opinion more blades only equal more friction. i get an excellent shave with 2 blades so i dont need to try 3
but....for those who enjoy 3 blades, headblade will be introducing a new model, the HB Sport, which should be available online very soon. it has a similar shape to the S4, and comes standard with a triple blade.
i've mentioned the S4 (http://www.headblade.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=THS&Product_Code=5201&Category_Code=5200) a few times, so let me elaborate on that for a minute. It is the mack-daddy of all head shaving equiptment. S4 (Stainless Steel Signature Series) is made of stainless steel (duh) and features rolling wheels on the back as well as a kickstand to keep it parked in the shower. the heft of this razor makes it amazing. the wheels in the back help you take long sweeping strokes, which is the key to lower friction) and the ring is spring loaded and automatically adjusts to finger size.
I guess the next logical step is shaving technique. with the HB, you LEAD with the blade and go AGAINST the grain. rest the HB on your dome with NO PRESSURE on the blade (all while keeping the back pad in contact with your scalp). take long sweeping strokes from the front of the crown all the way past the top part of your head. You can take 5 or 6 long strokes but be sure to rinse the blade and keep it nice and clean. once you have the top and sides done, take the HB, FLIP IT AROUND, and get ready to do the back of your head. like i said, you lead with the blade so turing it around in your hand allows you to keep a natural movement as you go against the grain and shave the back of your head
it may take a shave or three to get really comfortable with the HB (especially if you have lots of bad habits from a regular razor) just remember to lead with the blade, keep the back pad down and dont use pressure. the HB is designed to give you an optimal blade angle, so all of the above helps give you the best shave
HeadBlade also offers a full line of head-care products. The most essential is HeadSlick (http://www.headblade.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=THS&Product_Code=2069&Category_Code=2000), the shaving creme. its more like a lotion, which goes on and turns to a nice light foam. its water based, so it rinses cleanly from the razor. it also has a very light menthol to give a bit of a cooling sensation after a shave.
HeadLube (http://www.headblade.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=THS&Product_Code=2071&Category_Code=2000) is the after shave moisturizer line, and comes in a "glossy" and "matte" version. i prefer matte, as my head tends to get oily sometimes and the glossy is just too slick. i suggest you try them both and find the one you prefer (all of the cremes/lotions are available in sample sizes if you just want to give them a try)
HeadShed (http://www.headblade.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=THS&Product_Code=2074&Category_Code=2000) is a new exfoliator that has ground walnut shell to help rempve the dead skin and prepare your head for a better shave. i use it about 3 times a week and its really improved the look/feel of my head.
HeadShade (http://www.headblade.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=THS&Product_Code=2073&Category_Code=2000) is the sunscreen. it comes in a pump and has an SPF of 15. It is PABA free and very water and sweat resistant
HB also has a brand new trimmer/clipper called the HeadFade (http://www.headblade.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=THS&Product_Code=700007&Category_Code=70000), but i have never used it so cant really give a review.
oh, and they have a kick ass logo that is emblazoned on everything from hats and shirts to golf balls and pens. you should check out some of their gear, especially the hanging toiletry kit (http://www.headblade.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=THS&Product_Code=2080&Category_Code=1200) wich kicks lots of ass
so thats about it, i think. if there is anything i didnt think of, ill post it here later. if you have any questions/comments, feel free to post them here
PEACE
BV
headblade (http://www.headblade.com)
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I'm a firm believer of HeadBlade! Best shave of the head you can get... :)
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Great Review for HeadBlade products! Thx Vinny, and yeah... I have Yeti twinkie fingers lol!  ;D
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Yes, that is probably the best review this site will ever see! Headblade should pay you for that stuff! I'm going to post that over on the blog also.
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you should email the guys at HB with the "they should pay you for this stuff" line....
just glad i can help...
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also just thought of something else.....tell your wives/girlfriends/one-night-stands about using the HB to shave their legs. they have the same problem (probably even worse) with the handle and the backs of their legs. just remove the blade, turn it around (so the blades face "in") and its in the perfect position to lead with the blade and shave against the grain. same principles apply, fingers where they need to be, back pad down and no pressure. my fiancee has her own (i got todd to send me a blue one for her) and both of my sisters use them.
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Don't forget that if you order from Headblade.com, put the code "MYSPACE" in the promotion code, you receive 20% off your order...
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You know...I started using Headblade when it first came out. I liked that the concept was created by a guy that shaved his head and it looked like a really cool idea. Shaving was awkward at first and it did take a couple tries to get the hang of it. But I got it. The only problem I had was that it didn't seem like I got as close and smooth of a shave as with the razor I had been using previously. So I stopped using it. However, I'm seeing so many of you on here raving about now, so I think I may try it again. I actually, still have the old Headbade from, like, 5 or 6 years ago. I just need blades for it. The Headslick and Headlube both look pretty cool too. I've seen those in drug stores and have been curious to try it.
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hey lostnfound....give it a try, and pay special attention to the instructions. if you lay the HB flat on your head with no pressure, you should get the optimal blade angle for the best shave
also, it helps to prepare your scalp as much as possible. nice hot water to open the pores, wash at least with soap (if not an exfoliator) and use a good shave creme and you'll be golden
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I'm with Vinny I can't say enough good things about HeadBlade. Great ideas and great products. I've never had a negative thing to say about them or the product.
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Of course don't forget aboud Head Slick. That stuff rocks. I feel great after a good shave with the menthol! Even when I'm out of headblades I use it.
Noner
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Vinny, amazing review. I personally love the Headblade products. i have been shaving my head with the headblade every other day for a solid year. The company is amazing and the products far exceeded any of my expectations. Anyone who shaves Anything Anywhere should use Headslick as their shaving cream. It is truly lightning in a bottle.
Peace and Love
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anyone know how the Headblade Doubleblade razors are?
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I received my Headblade Sport while I was on vacation and used it for the first time today along with the HeadSlick shaving cream.
I have to say, I was a little nervous pulling that little machine out of the package as I normally use an electric razor to shave. I had also read of a couple people needing a few tries with the Headblade before they were able to use it without getting a cut or two (this was probably due to much pressure on the blade).
So, I pulled that little machine out of the package, skimmed the instructions, grabbed the HeadSlick and jumped in the shower. I lathered up the HeadSlick in my hands and spread it on the dome. Next I grabbed the Headblade and looked at it for a bit to determine if I was going to go back to front, or front to back. I decided on back to front; placed the Headblade around my right middle finger, then moved it to the upper part of my neck, making sure to have the wheels positioned on my neck.
I then proceeded to move on with my first stroke with the Headblade going all the way from the back to the front. I was highly impressed with the ease of the motion and how smooth the blade slid accross my scalp. First stroke, no cuts! This motion provides an "against the grain" cut on the back of the head and a "with the grain" cut on the top of my head.
I then proceeded to shave the right side of my head, gaining more and more confidence with every stroke of the Headblade. After that, contrary to the recommendations in the manual, I continued to use my right hand to shave the left side of my head. I only switched to my left hand to get around the ears. The ears were a little difficult to navigate around with the headblade, so I had to use other razor to clean up the ears when I was shaving my face. Though, I'm sure with practice I can eliminate the need for the other razor.
Once I was done with the back to front motion I tuned the Headblade around did another pass from front to back. Overall this was a much quicker shave than I'm used to, eventhough it was my first time. This was all without any cuts too! The shave I got was VERY smooth...feeling even more SLY! ;)
I then threw some HeadLube on the dome and headed out to work.
I'm really impressed with the Headblade and have decided that it will now be my razor of choice going forward! Headblader population +1!
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welcome to the darkside
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Muhahahahahahaha.... we've converted you Tyler!!! Welcome to the next phase of your bald life!!
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Sweet! Glad you made the move Tyler!
The force is strong with this one...
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anyone know how the Headblade Doubleblade razors are?
Switch, I accidently bought the two bladed razors yesterday. I'm going to try them out and I'll let you know what they're like.
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So because of all the great reviews, I went out to find my own Headblade. My Electric Razor( A Braun P*O*S*), has been giving me horrible shaves. It's not getting close, and because it's not waterproof, i get hair EVERYWHERE. So I scoured around my home town and i finally found a retailer that had it! The only problem I had with it was, that during the Thanksgiving break, i had been rather negligent in shaving my head. Big mistake. I'm lucky I bought a Norelco trimmer, it saved me. Despite trimming as close as i could, shaving got me a little knicked up. I think im going to try shaving with the grain, because of my relatively thick stubble, It makes me want to press harder than i should. Overall i Loved it! On the sides i shaved with the grain, and it went much smoother!
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BaldRiley, just make sure you keep pressure on the wheels if you have a sport or on the back of it if you have a classic. This will keep you from putting too much pressure on the blade and cutting yourself.
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once you get comfortable with the headblade, you will love it. it will get quicker and smoother as you go.
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been using the matte finish for about two weeks and love it.
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got the hb sport for christmas. headshed triple blades etc. love it.
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I've recently given the HeadBlade a try. I've seen the "S4" HeadBlade Razor mentioned on this forum a couple of times. I've went to the HeadBlade web site but I can not find the S4 on there to purchase. Does anyone know how I can get my hands on one of the S4's?
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I've recently become a HeadBlader and love the blade and the products. I've seen the "S4" HeadBlade Razor mentioned on this forum a couple of times. I've went to the HeadBlade web site but I can not find the S4 on there to purchase. Does anyone know how I can get my hands on one of the S4's?
The S4 was a limited edition model and is sold out. You would have to purchase one from a third party to get your hands on one.
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Thanks for the info bro.
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How long should the adapters (the plactic parts between the handle and the blade last)? They come in packages of three, but I've been using mine for 2 and 1/2 months and see no signs of wear. Just curious ....
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How long should the adapters (the plactic parts between the handle and the blade last)? They come in packages of three, but I've been using mine for 2 and 1/2 months and see no signs of wear. Just curious ....
I think i remember reading somewhere that one last about 6months. not sure though.
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How long should the adapters (the plactic parts between the handle and the blade last)? They come in packages of three, but I've been using mine for 2 and 1/2 months and see no signs of wear. Just curious ....
I think i remember reading somewhere that one last about 6months. not sure though.
Yeah, pburke has it right. I just got a new pack of refill adapters in the mail today. It states about 6 months, give or take, depending on how much pressure you use and how often you shave with them.
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Yo, I just tried out the full routine, HeadShed followed by HeadSlick then shave with HeadBlade, finish up with alcohol and HeadLube... Let me say, It was not a New blade, but I still got THE CLOSEST shave that I have ever gotten. that HeadShed stuff works like a charm, my scalp felt so supple, it was nice, and the shave was close, here's to HeadSlick. All I got to say is that I am throughly impressed with the HeadBlade line in a whole. One Great Shave! 8)
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Gotta throw in my vote for the Headblade as well. I used a regular razor for my first week of being sly, and it was rough on my scalp. The first night I bought a Headblade Sport with some Headslick, I got a faster, closer shave than I ever had before, and I've been using it ever since. Plus, it looks like a little Hot Wheels car--how can you go wrong with a razor that has wheels? Now I need to get the Headshed exfoliator to smooth things out up there before I shave.
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Gotta throw in my vote for the Headblade as well. I used a regular razor for my first week of being sly, and it was rough on my scalp. The first night I bought a Headblade Sport with some Headslick, I got a faster, closer shave than I ever had before, and I've been using it ever since. Plus, it looks like a little Hot Wheels car--how can you go wrong with a razor that has wheels? Now I need to get the Headshed exfoliator to smooth things out up there before I shave.
Dude let me say, the combination of HeadShed+HeadSlick+HeadBlade (Shave)= One SMOOOOTH shave. and I mean close. The minute I started using the HeadShed Pre-Shave, Velcro Effect has been kept to a all time minimum, and I'm talking till the Weee Hours of the Night. + In HeadSlick, and you have One Awesome Shave goin' O0
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Quick word out to any other torontonians my local shoppers drug mart at headlube and the headshave classic on clearance for 4.99 and i believe 6.99 respectively, maybe something to check out.
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Gotta throw in my vote for the Headblade as well. I used a regular razor for my first week of being sly, and it was rough on my scalp. The first night I bought a Headblade Sport with some Headslick, I got a faster, closer shave than I ever had before, and I've been using it ever since. Plus, it looks like a little Hot Wheels car--how can you go wrong with a razor that has wheels? Now I need to get the Headshed exfoliator to smooth things out up there before I shave.
Dude let me say, the combination of HeadShed+HeadSlick+HeadBlade (Shave)= One SMOOOOTH shave. and I mean close. The minute I started using the HeadShed Pre-Shave, Velcro Effect has been kept to a all time minimum, and I'm talking till the Weee Hours of the Night. + In HeadSlick, and you have One Awesome Shave goin' O0
Are you supposed to use Headshed for every shave? I got that along with Headlube lotion...figured I should get the complete solution. Just easier that way (and I love the yellow "sports drink bottles" this stuff comes in).
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Gotta throw in my vote for the Headblade as well. I used a regular razor for my first week of being sly, and it was rough on my scalp. The first night I bought a Headblade Sport with some Headslick, I got a faster, closer shave than I ever had before, and I've been using it ever since. Plus, it looks like a little Hot Wheels car--how can you go wrong with a razor that has wheels? Now I need to get the Headshed exfoliator to smooth things out up there before I shave.
Dude let me say, the combination of HeadShed+HeadSlick+HeadBlade (Shave)= One SMOOOOTH shave. and I mean close. The minute I started using the HeadShed Pre-Shave, Velcro Effect has been kept to a all time minimum, and I'm talking till the Weee Hours of the Night. + In HeadSlick, and you have One Awesome Shave goin' O0
Are you supposed to use Headshed for every shave? I got that along with Headlube lotion...figured I should get the complete solution. Just easier that way (and I love the yellow "sports drink bottles" this stuff comes in).
First, I agree with you 100%, the Sports Bottles that the stuff come in totally Rock... No Rust Rings on the counter top, and no real worry about "what happens if I drop this?". Second, I use it every day. You don't necessarily need to, but i find that every day use cuts down on the Dry/Dead Skin & Helps deliver a Clean Shave everytime. My Recommendation: Yes, use it every day before your shave. Trust me, Velcro will be Drastically Cut down.
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Any canuks here order from headblade.ca?
I did and its been 3 weeks since i placed my order and nothing. Sent them two emails and have yet to get a reply. Beginning to think i've been ripped off. Guess i will have to try and deal with paypal to get my money back.
Did pick up a headblade from a shoppers that had it on clearance, tried it tonight and don't think its for me. To hard to maneuver around the head to get all the little nooks and crannies. Must have got a lot more smaller nicks then usual as well cause when i slapped on some aftershave hurt a lot more too. I think i just have to small a head to find the headblade useful. There was some headlube matte on clearance too and i'm pretty happy with it, absorbs really fast and doesn't leave any greasy residue at all.
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Not a Canuck, but have ordered from Headblade.com and had no difficulties. If you're having problems with HeadBlade Canada, maybe it'd be a good idea to call their headquarters in California.
As far as your experiences with the razor, it sounds as if your story is similar to a lot of SBG's when they try the HeadBlade razor for the first time. The big difference between the HB and a regular razor is that you put pressure on the razor head (blade area) with a regular razor whereas with the HeadBlade, it's critical that you keep pressure on the back of the HB. It is key to keep pressure on the back because the razor of the HB is already set at the optimum angle. If you put pressure on the front part of the HB, it will do a "wheelie" and with the razor pointing forward, it'll nick you. I view the HeadBlade like a comb. You don't dig in with a comb, do you? Oh wait, we're all sly anyway.
I would recommend that you don't give up on it. It's an incredible product. Also, go to headblade.com and watch the little clip on how to use it. I'm not saying you're wrong, but I watch it a few times and even practiced with it (guard on) before I went SLY on New Year's Day 2007. I think it paid off because I have yet to cut my head as a result of using the HeadBlade Classic.
Good Luck up North.
Schro
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Thanks for the tips, my main problem is the side of my head, can't really seam to fit in the headblade on the sides. The headblade does seam to work well going straight front to back, back to front for the middle of my head though.
Where do you guys get ur fogless mirrors, cause i definitely need one with the headblade.
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As far as the sides, I stay above the earline on my first pass going with the grain (front to back). What I then do is flip it around and go in reverse direction on the back of the head, including around the ears. So far, so good. That method has worked for me. I would also recommend that you fold your ear down with your free hand so you don't nick your ear (damn they seem to bleed forever). Also, make sure you use both you left and your right hand for each side of your dome.
I'm not sure where my wife got our mirror (WalMart I think). It was pretty cheap, under $10.
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The grain on the side of my head runs bottom to top, as opposed to front to back. Going across the side of my head with the headblade (front to back) seamed a little rough. I'll give'r another try in a couple of days after my head had some time to calm down.
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Get your dome nice and warm in the shower, use the HeadSlick, let it soak in, and go to work. Remember, pressure off the blade and keep the back side of the HB in contact with your dome, even when you flip it around when you go on the back of the head.
Good Luck.
Schro
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RoachX, I echo what Schro said. I start out going front to back on the sides and then flip it and go back to front. If you have to, try applying a second coat of shaving cream when you change directions.
As for headblade.ca, try emailing or calling the corporate office in California.
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Just for your info Headblade.ca is NOT owned by HEADBLADE...I have been talking to one of the main people at HEADBLADE about that. Headblade.ca is just peole who buy the product from HEADBLADE and sell it over here.
Drackare
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hmmmmm ??? Me thinks something smells bad up in the Yukon, and it ain't Yukon Jack.
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Just for your info Headblade.ca is NOT owned by HEADBLADE...I have been talking to one of the main people at HEADBLADE about that. Headblade.ca is just peole who buy the product from HEADBLADE and sell it over here.
Drackare
Interesting. So, did they license the use of their name in Canada?
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I have ordered three times with Headblade and they all got shipped right away. I ordered the Head Shed this time. Everyone's been talking about it, so I'm going to give it a shot tomorrow morning during my normal routine.
That headblade.ca thing sounds a little fishy to me. Good Luck!!!
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Well i don't know if headblade.ca has their name lic. but i do know that they haven't been able to get stuff for a few months now cause they didn't pay so theyir order wasn't shipped.
Drackare
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Thats no good at all, guess i'll try getting my money back from paypal, when i find some time, last semester of school and i've got assignments coming out my rear.
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Fired off an email to Headblade Cali letting em know that headblade.ca looks like an official site and may be ripping people off, or at the very least causing people a pain to get their money back.
Also started the resolution process with paypal. Lets hope i can get money back fairly soon its already been a month since i placed the order.
So word to my fellow canuks, Stay away from headblade.ca.
On a more positive note, my 2nd shave with the headblade went much better, still need my mach 3 for the hard to reach places. A fogless mirror woudl help a lot but i can't find one, checked out home depot, wallmart and canadian tire with no luck.
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Found a somewhat new edition to the line of HeadBlade products. Went to the store last night, and found Head Slick with the pump on top. Used it this morning and it's a nice little addition.
Thanks HeadBlade!!!
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The Pump is not all that expensive either off of their site... But to tell you the truth, i am a fan of the sports bottle. Easy to travel, No mess, secure. O0
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Anyone else notice that headslick lathers pretty nice with a shave brush?
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Anyone else notice that headslick lathers pretty nice with a shave brush?
I've heard that it does, but I've never tried it out.
I think if I added a brush to my collection of "goods" in the shower, my wife would shoot me. $#**T
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On a more positive note, my 2nd shave with the headblade went much better, still need my mach 3 for the hard to reach places. A fogless mirror woudl help a lot but i can't find one, checked out home depot, wallmart and canadian tire with no luck.
Yeah, I finally have "mastered" my HB. I'm glad too because I really wanted it to work. It took more than 2 tries with me though. I think my problem was that I couldn't break the bad habits of the regular razors. I constantly wanted to apply pressure and I couldn't for the life of me just relax my hand and rest it on the HB. I felt like I was always leaning it forward or tensing my hand up. I just have to figure out how to get the crown of the dome where it swirls smooth. But for the past few days I've become more comfortable with it. I've been using baby oil under the HeadSlick also which has probably helped me with less irritation. I'm still waiting on my free sample of KoS oil so I can give that a try but I have been using the nexieum type and it works very well.
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They recognize that on the HeadBlade site as well "may take a few goes to get the hang of things..." [not exact words]. Welcome my convert brother to the way of the HeadBlade! O0
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Learning to relax and run it over the scalp is the most difficult part because you want to grind it like a regular razor. As long as you keep all the pressure behind the finger loop, you're okay.
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I can hardly wait for all my HeadBlade stuff to arrive. It should be here tomorrow or Thursday. I really went all out - HeadBlade Sport, HeadShed, HeadLube Matte, HeadSlick, and HeadShade Sunscreen. Once you've shaved the noggin there is no going back. O0
Darrell
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Once you've shaved the noggin there is no going back. O0
Darrell
How true it is..........
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I can hardly wait for all my HeadBlade stuff to arrive. It should be here tomorrow or Thursday. I really went all out - HeadBlade Sport, HeadShed, HeadLube Matte, HeadSlick, and HeadShade Sunscreen. Once you've shaved the noggin there is no going back. O0
Darrell
I did the same thing....a Headblade shopping spree. They ship pretty quickly too. Enjoy!!
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I can hardly wait for all my HeadBlade stuff to arrive. It should be here tomorrow or Thursday. I really went all out - HeadBlade Sport, HeadShed, HeadLube Matte, HeadSlick, and HeadShade Sunscreen. Once you've shaved the noggin there is no going back. O0
Darrell
I did the same thing....a Headblade shopping spree. They ship pretty quickly too. Enjoy!!
They really have a great product and great service, enjoy the experience Darrell. For the other SBG's, does anyone know where or if you can get ClearHead in a store? I can find all the other HB products at Walgreens but not ClearHead. Hate to pay shipping on one or two small bottles if its in a store. Thanks
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I got my headblade yesterday and tried it for the first time this morning. Like many others have said, the first time was not as successful as I had hoped. I have been using a Mach 3 and had yet to nick or cut myself (at least on the noggin). But his morning, out of nowhere, there was a stream of blood coming from the top of my head. I didn't even feel the cut. Then I looked at the blade and saw what I thought was a thin piece of paper caught between the blades. That thin piece of paper turned out to be a piece of my scalp.
I also noticed that I didn't get as close of a shave as I have been getting with the Mach 3. Maybe this is because I have not mastered the technique. I'll try it again tomorrow.
Any advice???? :/O
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Try not to get discouraged after the first time since it is a little awkward. As others have said, try not to put pressure on the blade end (easier said than done). It really seems to glide smoothly when I prepare my scalp well. Warm water (I shave in the shower) then a layer of oil (I use Hot Six) then HeadSlick. I go front to back first, then back to front.
I too went from a Mach 3 to the Headblade, and had more nicks with the Mach3, none yet with the Headblade.
Good luck....let us know what happens with your second try.
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KC, check out the HeadBlade 101 video, Tom recommended it to me when I first started and it was a big help. Hope next shave goes better
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Paul, I've been looking for it too and haven't seen it in any of the stores around here.
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You may want to test out different blades with the HeadBlade. I've found that I like that Atra and Sensor blades the best. The Sensors are my ultimate favorite.
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Paul, I've been looking for it too and haven't seen it in any of the stores around here.
Thanks PP, if no one else has seen it either, I think I'll email Mac and ask if they distribute to stores and which ones, if not when will they.
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He would definitely be the man to ask.
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Paul, I've been looking for it too and haven't seen it in any of the stores around here.
Thanks PP, if no one else has seen it either, I think I'll email Mac and ask if they distribute to stores and which ones, if not when will they.
I have seen HB Sport and Headslick at Walgreens, unfortunately they don't carry Clearhead or Lube. Everything else I order directly from HB about a week before I run out of what I need.
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Well, I dont use HeadBlade anymore, I am happy with my Gillette Fusion. It works just fine, and better than the HeadBlade.
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I can hardly wait for all my HeadBlade stuff to arrive. It should be here tomorrow or Thursday. I really went all out - HeadBlade Sport, HeadShed, HeadLube Matte, HeadSlick, and HeadShade Sunscreen. Once you've shaved the noggin there is no going back. O0
Darrell
Got all my HeadBlade Stuff. Shaved today with the HeadBlade Sport. All I can say is, Wow!! Shaved against the grain and my head was like the surface of a bowling ball. Didn't nick myself at all. Just followed the directions. All the lotions are great is well. Thanks HeadBlade for such wonderful products. O0
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Dude, Welcome Darrell! Another Brother Rockin' the Kilt! Big Ups Brother! O0
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Noticed in my last two classes I have facilitated more and more SLY(15-20%). I always ask if they use HeadBlade products and tell them about SBGs. I'm teaching in Maine this week and one student mentioned their products were hard to come by in this area. I directed him to his local CVS and he got the HB Sport and HeadSlick yesterday...he came into class very pumped up about it this morning, apparently he adapted to it right away and loves it!
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Sweet Arnie...and the world of Sly Bald Guys keeps growing!!
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Thanks for spreading the word Arnie!
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i ordered my headblade from headblade.com yesterday. im wondering how long it will take before i recieve it here in vancouver (canada).im jacked and cant wait i ordered the gold pakage as it seemed to loojk like the best deal. the free t-shirt s what sold me.i'll post my review after i recieve it
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i ordered my headblade from headblade.com yesterday. im wondering how long it will take before i recieve it here in vancouver (canada).im jacked and cant wait i ordered the gold pakage as it seemed to loojk like the best deal. the free t-shirt s what sold me.i'll post my review after i recieve it
I'm not sure how long it will take you to receive it, but I'm sure you'll be happy when you do. Welcome to Sly Bald Guys!
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i ordered my headblade from headblade.com yesterday. im wondering how long it will take before i recieve it here in vancouver (canada).im jacked and cant wait i ordered the gold pakage as it seemed to loojk like the best deal. the free t-shirt s what sold me.i'll post my review after i recieve it
Not sure on delivery time, perhaps one of the Canadian bros can give you an idea. Anyway, welcome to the gang, itsa, post up in introductions and tell us a little something about yourself.
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This is an ongoing topic so I thought I might add to it.
I use the HB classic and have since April of 2007. Even after 100+ shaves, have mastered the HB and can get a super smooth shave but I still encounter rough spots around ears and find difficult to do this with the HB so I use the Fusion in partnership with it.
The only Headblade products available in Australia are the HB classic razor(21.00 AUD about 16USD) and the HB 2blade razor 20 pack(also 20 AUD about 14-15 USD).
I have had my dad send out a few care packages to me with a couple of tubes of Headlube Glossy out but I wish you could get the entire line out here. I have emailed Headblade about shipping to AUS but they havent replied to 5 of my emails.
Love the Headblade and will be a Blader for Life. Would Love to try the Headslick shave cream.
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My wife rang me this morning whilst at work. I bought the Headblade SPORT from Ebay last week and the wifey told me that it arrived in the post this morning. I use a Wilkinson Sword Quattro Titanium for my scalp and I always shave with the grain. Will the Headblade SPORT work with these blades? Also am I right in saying that I should shave against the grain with this?
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Shakf, I don't believe the quattro blades will work with the HeadBlade.
Your Headblade should have come with a triple blade if it's a Sport model. This is a good way for you to start. I also think going with the grain would be better for you, as you will be getting used to the feel of the HB.
It's much different than using conventional, but once you get the hang of it, there's no other way to go. Read as many of the posts regarding HB as you can and then give it a go. Remember to go slow, and keep (light) pressure toward the rear, on the wheels. None on the blade.
Good luck and let us know how it goes.
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I finally tracked down some headblade goodies here in Vancouver.Am trying the Matte and Glossy headlube as well as the Headblade Sport. I have used the glossy already and say it is just that.Gives the head a sheen.
More later on the other two.
Now if i can find the Headshed Lotion.
JD