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Title: Save A Blade
Post by: smoothpaul on May 14, 2008, 04:29:28 PM
I looked through the threads and I couldn't find a review on the product called Save A Blade. I just bought it and it seems to be doing what it claims it can do. I had a fairly new razor that was starting to dull a little. I followed the instructions and it actually seemed sharper than new. I wondered if anyone else has tried this product. It's not obscenely expensive and if it can make a razor last even a month longer, it is worth it to me. Try it and tell me what you think.
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Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: warhawk on May 14, 2008, 07:56:57 PM
smoothpaul:  glad that U  R  liking the "save A blade" product.  let us know how long your blades have lasted since using this product.  also...what type of blade are U using?

WARHAWK O0
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Alexander215 on September 01, 2008, 01:34:40 PM
Did you order it or buy it in a store? The only problem I have with it is that it can't replace the moisture strips on your blades
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Brkeatr on September 01, 2008, 01:39:11 PM
Wow....be interesting to find out if this really works!  Do those moisturizing strips really do anything???   .....always wondered about that....
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Alexander215 on September 01, 2008, 02:50:54 PM
Wow....be interesting to find out if this really works!  Do those moisturizing strips really do anything???   .....always wondered about that....

I have a theory that they were actually introduced to reduce the perceived life of the blade, because my blades stay sharp long after the moisture strip is degraded. However I find I run into more irritation if its degraded, I partially solve this by putting a thin strip of headblade shave product along the strip before and after every shave.
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Brkeatr on September 01, 2008, 03:08:22 PM
Wow....be interesting to find out if this really works!  Do those moisturizing strips really do anything???   .....always wondered about that....

I have a theory that they were actually introduced to reduce the perceived life of the blade, because my blades stay sharp long after the moisture strip is degraded. However I find I run into more irritation if its degraded, I partially solve this by putting a thin strip of headblade shave product along the strip before and after every shave.

Intersting theory.....I also wondered if that was the idea behind it.....to make you change blades more often.....
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: slyinglide on September 01, 2008, 03:43:14 PM
Can't wait for the product review.............If it works even half as good as they say it does, then its worth it weight is silver.
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: time2shine on September 01, 2008, 10:19:45 PM
Wow....be interesting to find out if this really works!  Do those moisturizing strips really do anything???   .....always wondered about that....

I have a theory that they were actually introduced to reduce the perceived life of the blade, because my blades stay sharp long after the moisture strip is degraded. However I find I run into more irritation if its degraded, I partially solve this by putting a thin strip of headblade shave product along the strip before and after every shave.

I have the same issue, I'll need to try putting some product along the strip.  Thx for the tip.
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Drackare on September 01, 2008, 11:22:12 PM
Guys there has been a few post about htis product...it works great...you wont get 200 shave from one blade but you will get alot...and it does suck that the moisture strip in gone...but i mix my shaving cream with abit of shave oil before i shave and no probs
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Mikekoz13 on September 02, 2008, 06:09:52 AM
Looks like it may be worth the $15 but I'd like to see a few more positive reviews first......anybody else?
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: cooncatbob on September 04, 2008, 03:28:24 PM
Blades for cartridges are ground and the hone to microscopic precision on machines costing  hundreds of thousand of dollars.
This gizmo looks like a slap sander to me and it's only working the blade from one side, what happens to the burr that raised??
I have over 30 years experience sharpening woodworking tools like chisels and planes.
A chisel or a plane iron is like a cartridge razor blade, it only has one bevel.
When you grind and hone the bevel you create a wire burr on the edge, you remove this burr by honing the back of the blade flat on your honing stone.
This gizmo is not only going to screw up the precision bevel, it's going to create a burr which won't do your face or head any good.  :/O
If you want to save money don't spend it on $3 cartridges, get your self a DE razor and enjoy shaving with blades that cost $ .20 a piece.  ;)
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Hook'Em on September 05, 2008, 09:39:23 AM
My local ABC affiliate does a "does it work" segment from time to time testing out things you see on TV. They just did one on this and they gave it a thumbs up (meaning it works and is worth the money). 
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Brkeatr on September 05, 2008, 09:48:01 AM
Guess we will just have to wait and see if smoothpaul reports back....How about it Paul?
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: slyinglide on September 05, 2008, 12:08:40 PM
My local ABC affiliate does a "does it work" segment from time to time testing out things you see on TV. They just did one on this and they gave it a thumbs up (meaning it works and is worth the money). 
Could you do a search of the channel that it was on and post a link to it?
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Hook'Em on September 05, 2008, 12:56:10 PM
http://www.kltv.com/Global/category.asp?C=83056&nav=menu117_3_5

There is text to the story and a video on the upper right.


Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: captain blackleg on September 05, 2008, 02:43:57 PM
I'm sold, if I come across it this weekend while out I'll pick it up and do a review.
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Mikekoz13 on September 05, 2008, 05:44:35 PM
Pretty good endorsement in the "Does it work?" article. I think I've seen theese for $14.95...... I might have to go for it.
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: cooncatbob on September 05, 2008, 05:46:15 PM
That's really a thorough scientific review.  :/O
I think I'll buy 2. (**!
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: slyinglide on September 05, 2008, 08:06:54 PM
Thanks for the video review Hookem......It may not be the NASA approved product review that some people need, but for under $20.00,  it may be worth a try.

$1.00 a replacement bald x 50 blades per year = $50.00

lets say you  get 7 more shaves a blade....thats a 50% savings

$1.00 a replacement blade x 25 blades a year = $25.00


Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: cooncatbob on September 05, 2008, 08:42:42 PM
Thanks for the video review Hookem......It may not be the NASA approved product review that some people need, but for under $20.00,  it may be worth a try.

$1.00 a replacement bald x 50 blades per year = $50.00

lets say you  get 7 more shaves a blade....thats a 50% savings

$1.00 a replacement blade x 25 blades a year = $25.00




I was commenting on the wording and the sample length of the review.

 "Clip your blade face down on the sharpener and hold the button down for five seconds.

Philip immediately notices the edges of the blades look shinier. "

Now everybody is free to spend their money as they see fit.
If a member here want to purchase this device and post a proper long term review we have a better idea of it's merits.
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: cooncatbob on September 05, 2008, 08:43:48 PM
Thanks for the video review Hookem......It may not be the NASA approved product review that some people need, but for under $20.00,  it may be worth a try.

$1.00 a replacement bald x 50 blades per year = $50.00

lets say you  get 7 more shaves a blade....thats a 50% savings

$1.00 a replacement blade x 25 blades a year = $25.00




I was commenting on the wording and the sample length of the review.

 "Clip your blade face down on the sharpener and hold the button down for five seconds.

Philip immediately notices the edges of the blades look shinier. "

Now everybody is free to spend their money as they see fit.
If a member here want to purchase this device and post a proper long term review we'd have a better idea of it's merits.
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: slyinglide on September 05, 2008, 10:35:03 PM
I understand where your coming from cooncatbob, but users are only putting the razor in there for 5 seconds, and they are using a (from what the video says) some kind of silicone based pads, probably with a micro abrasive embedded in them, so the burr created can't be that much.....even a double edged razor blade has a micro burr on it......but if this gizmo can extend the life of a razor blade from 7 to 14 shaves without putting your skin at risk and giving you a good shave, them this product has some merit.


Just my opinion.......
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: cooncatbob on September 26, 2008, 02:42:51 PM
I thought somebody was going to buy this and give us a proper review??
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: captain blackleg on September 27, 2008, 10:09:14 PM
If it was in a store, I'd buy it. I'm not buying anything off of television infomercials again after Time Life tried to send a bunch of country cds that I didn't order.
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Alexander215 on September 28, 2008, 09:36:22 AM
If it was in a store, I'd buy it. I'm not buying anything off of television infomercials again after Time Life tried to send a bunch of country cds that I didn't order.

Have it sent to a buddys address
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: HeadbladerBob on October 03, 2008, 08:06:37 AM
i use it on my cartridges for my Headblade and so far it is working.  Now as for 200 shaves with the same blade, I can't venture out there yet because after 2 or 3 headshaves, the aloe strip is almost completely gone.
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Head Bald Guy on October 11, 2008, 08:27:47 AM
The biggest cause of blades to go dull is friction and drag. As the blade cuts the hair over time it dulls. Additionally there is residue from shave foals and gels that adhere to the blades further dulling them. What we found is that if you use a really slick shave gel you will reduce friction, therefore allowing for longer shaves. Remember razor blades are suoer thin so anything will dull them.

As for the moisture strips, in my opinion, they are most cosmetic and you get better results from the gel/foams/oils/lotions you use to lubricate your face. The blade always lasts longer than the strip.

If you can get 2-3 extra shaves from a cartridge, you will sabe mega bucks over the course of the year. Look for a really slick shave gel that will reduce friction.

HBG
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: The Zook on October 15, 2008, 02:43:23 PM
Such as Bald Guyz Ultimate Shave Gel... I really do think this stuff is from another planet, I live in Minnesota and even the black ice isn't this slick.
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: THier on October 16, 2008, 04:06:54 AM
Just got one from e-bay, $4 + $8 shipping,, brand new, I'll let you all know how it works,,, Fusion for face and HB for mellon.


Tom
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: THier on November 09, 2008, 04:17:17 AM
Since the e-bay guy screwed everyone out of buying one saying it was a Paypal issue,, but refunded the money,, I saw one at CVS while getting my flu shot so I picked one up. I had $20 on a gift card,, so I didn't "pay" for it.I'll post up my thoughts when I can figure out if, and how well it works.

Tom
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: IRONHORSE on November 09, 2008, 09:57:34 AM
Cool, Tom! I must admit that the prospect of adding a few extra shaves to a razor has me intrigued, and I've been waiting for someone to use it for a bit, and let us know how it works for real people. Thanks for being the guinea pig! O0
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: THier on November 10, 2008, 03:41:24 PM
OK,, got to use it this am,,

first things first,, Head Bladers,, it's not for you, unless you have a handle to mount the blade on, use the save a blade, then put the blade back on the HB, If someone figures out a way to do it then please correct me.

Second,, this thing is pretty loud,, at least it seems that way in a quite house at 4 am, it didn't wake anyone up,, so maybe it is my imagination.

Third, and most importantly,, does it work? It sure seems to, it says to use it to keep blades sharp,, rather then to sharpen them,, but there was a noticeable difference on my Fusion that I use for my face. Will I buy one when this one dies,, as long it it lasts a year or more then YES. If it turns out to be a piece of junk, then we shall see. I will update as I live with it for a while. My Fusion blades usually get tossed after a week or so.

Last,,, would I recommend you to buy one? If the only thing you use is a HB then probably not, it might not be worth taking the blade off the HB, mounting it to a handle, using the Save a Blade, then putting it back on the HB. If you use a "regular" razor,, then YES.

Tom

EDIT   Just went to play with it again,,, You CAN just remove the blade from the HB drop it into the Save a   Blade and use it,,, so,, it is not nearly the  P I T A  I thought it was,, I WILL be using it for my HB as well as the Fusion.
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Mikekoz13 on November 11, 2008, 04:25:14 AM
Thanks for the review Tom. Where did you pick up this beast?
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: THier on November 11, 2008, 02:41:32 PM
We went to CVS for flu shots, and was cruising the store and saw it,, so I grabbed it.

Tom
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: PeripheralxMvmnt on November 12, 2008, 09:50:52 AM
I had picked one up too, and you definitely will not get anywhere near 200 shaves out of one cartridge, but it does help to prolong the blade. I shave about every other day (used to be head and face, but now its just head and shaping my beard), and one cartridge will last me about a 1.5-2 weeks. One question i had with it was what about the other side of the blade and the burr that would collect there, but it doesnt seem to really be an issue.

And sorry ladies, but unless you use a Mach 3 or something to that nature, the Venus does not fit in the Save-a-blade.

Immediate results, you get a few more shaves out of the blade. Long term, it adds up fast in money saved from not having to buy blades as often.
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Head Bald Guy on November 14, 2008, 11:41:01 AM
Here is what I found out from talking to someone in the blade business. The Save A Blade basically "strops" the blade, which is what a barber used to do with his razor before shaving you. (For us oldies who remember back then). There are two big issues here, first is that the stropping takes off the coating from the blades leaving a bare metal surface, even though it removes the burs which is what dulls the blade. The second is that it only removes this from one side of the blade, meaning there are burs on the back side.

While this sounds great, it could really be problematic for the users. Remember if it sounds to goo to be true, it probably isn't

HBG
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: THier on November 15, 2008, 01:01:11 PM
Here is what I found out from talking to someone in the blade business. The Save A Blade basically "strops" the blade, which is what a barber used to do with his razor before shaving you. (For us oldies who remember back then). There are two big issues here, first is that the stropping takes off the coating from the blades leaving a bare metal surface, even though it removes the burs which is what dulls the blade. The second is that it only removes this from one side of the blade, meaning there are burs on the back side.

While this sounds great, it could really be problematic for the users. Remember if it sounds to goo to be true, it probably isn't

HBG

That is what I was thinking,, but so far it seems to be working pretty good, it is not designed to sharp blades,, but to maintain them, I use mine every other day.

Tom
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: THier on November 23, 2008, 10:10:48 AM
Ok had it for a couple of weeks, here is my observation, It works, I changed both the HB and Fusion to new blades, and I couldn't notice ANY real difference in the new vs the old blades, I will do a change after three weeks and see what if any difference. So even at this point, it cuts down blade replacement at least in half.

Tom
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Brkeatr on November 23, 2008, 12:05:32 PM
I must say I'm surprised that you can't tell a difference between new blades and the old ones after 2 weeks use....that is interesting.....thanks for the update Tom.... O0
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Mr. Wilson on November 24, 2008, 03:36:23 AM
What do you guys think of cryogenic blades?
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: THier on December 24, 2008, 05:23:49 PM
It's been a month,, might be able to go longer,, but I  changed them. There is a difference,, so lets say you can easily get 30plus shaves from a blade.

Merry Christmas everyone.
Tom
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: bubbadave3 on December 24, 2008, 06:25:01 PM
If it was in a store, I'd buy it. I'm not buying anything off of television infomercials again after Time Life tried to send a bunch of country cds that I didn't order.

Walgreens sells these products.
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: TANK25 on January 03, 2009, 05:29:30 PM
So far so good with me,I picked mine up about two weeks ago.If you don`t like buying things online or over the phone.You can buy them at Walgreens. O0
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Cam on January 03, 2009, 08:15:11 PM
That's pretty good to know. I'm going to pick one of those up sometime soon. Thanks.
Title: Re: Save A Blade
Post by: Tyler on January 21, 2009, 01:20:05 PM
So, are you guys saying that this actually works?