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#495
by
BBatts
on 22 Jan, 2008 09:42
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Hey, new to the site and relatively new to shaving my head. I've tried the Extreme3 disposables (worked great) the Mach 3 (worked better), the HeadBlade (great feel, too many knicks), and the Fusion (close shave, but because the blade head is so big, it does not contour as good as the Mach 3). So as of now, I am sticking with the Mach 3, but headblade also just came out with a triple blade, so I am waiting for a pack of those to arrive. I am thinking with the ergonomical feel of the headblade, and the shave quality of three blades, I may have found a winner.
I've had much success with the Schick Quattro disposable blade (3 in a pack), but I would have to say the Mach 3 (MP3) blade is a little better. The one advantage to the Quattro is that it's cheaper ($6.89).
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#496
by
wpruitt
on 22 Jan, 2008 20:14
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Have you been to the Titanic Museum? It's well worth the trip for the History buffs. Although I wouldn't recommend it for children under 10.
Sure I have been to the titanic museum. I think it is killer. I like how they give u the identity of a real person. Well worth the time.
Saw the display twice, Tampa and the US opening in Memphis; very sobering but a great exibit
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#497
by
ryebread
on 04 Feb, 2008 14:32
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I don't know what I'm doing wrong but the last two times I shaved my head I had to switch from the head blade I just bought to the Power Fusion that I have been shaving my face with for a while now. It seems that when I take a stroke that almost no hair comes off with the head blade. Also I know I can't be the only one that has a lumpy head. It seems like no matter how many stroke I take the blade just wont get a smooth shave in some of the dips. Any Ideas?
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#498
by
SLYinKC
on 04 Feb, 2008 16:07
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I don't know what I'm doing wrong but the last two times I shaved my head I had to switch from the head blade I just bought to the Power Fusion that I have been shaving my face with for a while now. It seems that when I take a stroke that almost no hair comes off with the head blade. Also I know I can't be the only one that has a lumpy head. It seems like no matter how many stroke I take the blade just wont get a smooth shave in some of the dips. Any Ideas?
I had the same problem with the Headblade. That, along with the cuts, made me give up on the Headblade. It doesn't matter what you use, just find what works for you.
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#499
by
Mikekoz13
on 05 Feb, 2008 05:17
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RYEBREAD-
Did you recently change b;ade types/brands or the HB? I changed a while back to doubles and tore up my scalp... back to the triples and no problem. i also have a bit of a "wavy" bean and just slow down in those areas or shave in multiple directions.
And then there is the obvious and I hesitate to even mention it..... make sure whenyou loaded the blade you put it in facing the correct direction....
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#500
by
ryebread
on 05 Feb, 2008 20:58
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RYEBREAD-
Did you recently change b;ade types/brands or the HB? I changed a while back to doubles and tore up my scalp... back to the triples and no problem. i also have a bit of a "wavy" bean and just slow down in those areas or shave in multiple directions.
And then there is the obvious and I hesitate to even mention it..... make sure whenyou loaded the blade you put it in facing the correct direction....
Well I only used the triple blade that it came with and it was already loaded. I tried the multiple direction thing it just seems like the blade can't get into the dip. I mean i feel which way it's growing and shave the oppisite way using multiple strokes and it won't get it.
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#501
by
Irishdeerhunter
on 17 Feb, 2008 02:21
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I talk to a lot of guys who shave their head. It seems that it's becoming a more popular thing to do now, or I'm just noticing it more. Anyways, I usually ask what razor they use to shave their head.
The number one answer I get is...you guessed it...the Mach 3.
Now, I don't use the Mach 3. In fact, I don't even use a straight razor. Instead, I use a Remington! That's right...I use an electric razor! It's the only way to go for me. I get just as smooth of a shave as using a Mach 3, but without the cuts and razor burn. Plus, the overall cost is much cheaper in the long run.
Tell us, what do you use?
Hi Tyler
Just curious as to your routine for head shaving with the electric razor. I managed to unearth a rather antiquated Remington electric razor and I am considering trying it instead of shaving my head with the Mach 3 razor.
Cheers
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#502
by
Barbarian
on 18 Feb, 2008 09:20
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Hey Bro's
I've just changed over to a Fusion from a Mach 3 and I am happy with the improved closeness it gives me, quicker and smoother shave, gotta be good !!
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#503
by
Tyler
on 20 Feb, 2008 00:36
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I talk to a lot of guys who shave their head. It seems that it's becoming a more popular thing to do now, or I'm just noticing it more. Anyways, I usually ask what razor they use to shave their head.
The number one answer I get is...you guessed it...the Mach 3.
Now, I don't use the Mach 3. In fact, I don't even use a straight razor. Instead, I use a Remington! That's right...I use an electric razor! It's the only way to go for me. I get just as smooth of a shave as using a Mach 3, but without the cuts and razor burn. Plus, the overall cost is much cheaper in the long run.
Tell us, what do you use?
I now use the HeadBlade, but the electric was a good stepping stone for me when I decided to take it all the way down to the skin. I used the remington that I mentioned in that post and then that died on me so I moved to the Philips Cool Skin 7700. It worked better but neither gets as close as you using a blade.
Hi Tyler
Just curious as to your routine for head shaving with the electric razor. I managed to unearth a rather antiquated Remington electric razor and I am considering trying it instead of shaving my head with the Mach 3 razor.
Cheers
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#504
by
skinhead002
on 20 Feb, 2008 07:46
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Ive tried a variety of razors over the years including the Mach series and have always returned to the Schick Extreme. The blade bends laterally, where the Gillette does, and it really does a good job on my scalp. I've tried both types of electrics and have never had much succuss with them. I use a rotary head to do touchups in my patrl car if I missed a spot. You get some great looks when shavng your head in public by the way.
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#505
by
Irishdeerhunter
on 22 Feb, 2008 03:29
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I talk to a lot of guys who shave their head. It seems that it's becoming a more popular thing to do now, or I'm just noticing it more. Anyways, I usually ask what razor they use to shave their head.
The number one answer I get is...you guessed it...the Mach 3.
Now, I don't use the Mach 3. In fact, I don't even use a straight razor. Instead, I use a Remington! That's right...I use an electric razor! It's the only way to go for me. I get just as smooth of a shave as using a Mach 3, but without the cuts and razor burn. Plus, the overall cost is much cheaper in the long run.
Tell us, what do you use?
I now use the HeadBlade, but the electric was a good stepping stone for me when I decided to take it all the way down to the skin. I used the remington that I mentioned in that post and then that died on me so I moved to the Philips Cool Skin 7700. It worked better but neither gets as close as you using a blade.
Hi Tyler
Just curious as to your routine for head shaving with the electric razor. I managed to unearth a rather antiquated Remington electric razor and I am considering trying it instead of shaving my head with the Mach 3 razor.
Cheers
Thanks for info Tyler
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#506
by
Tyler
on 22 Feb, 2008 17:55
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You're welcome!
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#507
by
slickmick
on 23 Feb, 2008 07:24
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I'm a Quattro non-disposable man all the way. Believe it or not, I get FOUR MONTHS out of a blade, shaving head and face against the grain four times aweek. I find them most "irratating" when they're new, for the first two weeks or so. Once they dull down a little, they're perfect for three and a half months or so, then they get too dull.
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#508
by
Nixx
on 27 Feb, 2008 12:04
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I'm the new guy here, so I'll letcha all know what I do:
When I first started shaving-and up until just a couple months ago-I used the Mach 3. Always worked perfectly for me. I tried the Quattro once and absolutely hated it. Even with the extra blade it didn't seem to work all that well at all. Obviously this is my head, so this in no way means it doesn't work for the rest of you guys... Anyhow, recently I've changed over to a Panasonic Wet/Dry electric razor, and I must say that I get just as close with it as I did with the Mach 3.
A couple caveats though... To get this closest shave they tell you to use it in the shower. This is how I've always shaved, so that didn't change my routine. I can't speak for how close it would get out of the shower... With my particular razor you really want to maintain your melon every couple days when you have very short stubble. I have found that it takes more time and effort if you let your junk get too long. For most of us, this isn't a problem since we shave every couple days as it is.
The thing that I like most about it is that its self cleaning. When I'm finished, I rinse it off and put it in the base. It gets charged, cleaned and dried. When I'm ready to use it, the razor is fresh for my next use. If you do use it in the shower, you still need shave cream for lubrication. This isn't an issue for dry shaving...
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#509
by
Medic aka Rocko
on 27 Feb, 2008 14:33
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RYEBREAD-
Did you recently change b;ade types/brands or the HB? I changed a while back to doubles and tore up my scalp... back to the triples and no problem. i also have a bit of a "wavy" bean and just slow down in those areas or shave in multiple directions.
And then there is the obvious and I hesitate to even mention it..... make sure whenyou loaded the blade you put it in facing the correct direction....
Well I only used the triple blade that it came with and it was already loaded. I tried the multiple direction thing it just seems like the blade can't get into the dip. I mean i feel which way it's growing and shave the oppisite way using multiple strokes and it won't get it.
Try a different blade, such as the Atra or Sensor. I "tested" the HB triple before they put them on the market, and it didn't do anything for me. I couldn't tell that I had shaved. The Atra works best for me.