Razors
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Gary Kirkham wrote: The only complaint I have is the cost of the blades Yeah, and i can't find any justification for their expensive price tag. Are there just not enough serious competitors or are the production of these blades by heavy machinery or alien technology? :~ Weiye Chen Life is hard, yet we are made of flesh...
I think the multi-blade thing is only a gimmic. I remember the ads when the double blades first came out (yes, I must be getting old!) where they would show a magnified animation of what the two blads supposedly do: The first one grips the hair and pulls it up a bit, then the second one comes along and nips it right at the bud. Yeah right. Pure marketing schlock. Look at the blades and try to visualize what really happens. It is more likely that all you are doing is scrapping your face with two blades with no special coordination between them, which is probably less efficient and more painful since it just means more friction. I think I'll just try growing a beard for a while... Matt Gerrans
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Since college I've used an electric razor; at various times I tried using two blade razors, but they hacked up my face. Three years ago, I tried a Gillette Mach 3 and was very impressed. Lately, I've found my electric razor is so annoying, that I've been using my Mach 3 more. Enough that I need to buy a new handle. I'm considering the Schick Quattro, another Mach 3, the M3Power or maybe even hold out for Gillette's latest 5 blade masterpiece. Any recommendations? (no electric or, shudder, straight razor, suggestions please. Disposables are out too; I hate shaving and am willing to pay extra for the most comfortable, closest, shave I can get.) PS. My one complaint about the Mach 3 is that the blades get clogged easily. Maybe it's because my whiskers are really wimpy--if I try to grow a beard I look like a mutant. (An argument could be made that I already look like a mutant, in which case I should say "more like...". In any event my wife likes how I look or at least pretends she does.) Anyone who thinks he has a better idea of what's good for people than people do is a swine. - P.J. O'Rourke
I use two-blade disposables. Used to use the Mach 3 which was nice but not worth it at the price. But then I shave at most once a week and have soft hair. regards, Paul Watson South Africa Colib and ilikecameras. K(arl) wrote: oh, and BTW, CHRISTIAN ISN'T A PARADOX, HE IS A TASMANIAN!
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Since college I've used an electric razor; at various times I tried using two blade razors, but they hacked up my face. Three years ago, I tried a Gillette Mach 3 and was very impressed. Lately, I've found my electric razor is so annoying, that I've been using my Mach 3 more. Enough that I need to buy a new handle. I'm considering the Schick Quattro, another Mach 3, the M3Power or maybe even hold out for Gillette's latest 5 blade masterpiece. Any recommendations? (no electric or, shudder, straight razor, suggestions please. Disposables are out too; I hate shaving and am willing to pay extra for the most comfortable, closest, shave I can get.) PS. My one complaint about the Mach 3 is that the blades get clogged easily. Maybe it's because my whiskers are really wimpy--if I try to grow a beard I look like a mutant. (An argument could be made that I already look like a mutant, in which case I should say "more like...". In any event my wife likes how I look or at least pretends she does.) Anyone who thinks he has a better idea of what's good for people than people do is a swine. - P.J. O'Rourke
I find cheap disposables work fine so next time your legs aren't as smooth as they used to be... :laugh: The tigress is here :-D
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Joe Woodbury wrote: the M3Power I've used the M3Power for a while now and it gives me a great shave. I was a little unsure about the 'vibrate' feature at first, but soon got used to it. It is certainly the best razor I've used so far. Of course, the blades are a little expensive but worth it to avoid ripping my face to shreads :-D Of course, the real trick is getting a decent a decent shaving gel/foam. I currently get the best results from King of Shaves[^] products. Michael CP Blog [^] Development Blog [^]
Agreed. I don't like shaving (twice a week max), so the stubble gets quite tough. M3Power is a nice razor (the vibration is wierd at first, and kinda numbing). And I recommend the following which leaves me with very few blood-spots - King Of Shaves oil over the wet stubble, then a decent shaving gel on top. Then leave it for a minute or two before actually shaving, as it will help soften the hair. Either that or grow a beard.
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Since college I've used an electric razor; at various times I tried using two blade razors, but they hacked up my face. Three years ago, I tried a Gillette Mach 3 and was very impressed. Lately, I've found my electric razor is so annoying, that I've been using my Mach 3 more. Enough that I need to buy a new handle. I'm considering the Schick Quattro, another Mach 3, the M3Power or maybe even hold out for Gillette's latest 5 blade masterpiece. Any recommendations? (no electric or, shudder, straight razor, suggestions please. Disposables are out too; I hate shaving and am willing to pay extra for the most comfortable, closest, shave I can get.) PS. My one complaint about the Mach 3 is that the blades get clogged easily. Maybe it's because my whiskers are really wimpy--if I try to grow a beard I look like a mutant. (An argument could be made that I already look like a mutant, in which case I should say "more like...". In any event my wife likes how I look or at least pretends she does.) Anyone who thinks he has a better idea of what's good for people than people do is a swine. - P.J. O'Rourke
Joe Woodbury wrote: Any recommendations? (no electric or, shudder, straight razor, suggestions please. Disposables are out too; I hate shaving and am willing to pay extra for the most comfortable, closest, shave I can get.) I've never found a razor that really works, and I'm nowhere near sadistic enough to recommend trying an epilator. :omg: Instead, why not try Laser Hair Removal[^] or Electrolysis[^] instead? You may forever screw up your chances of winning a "Best Handlebar" mustache competition, but on the plus side you may never have to shave again...;) Anna :rose: Riverblade Ltd - Software Consultancy Services Anna's Place | Tears and Laughter "Be yourself - not what others think you should be" - Marcia Graesch "Anna's just a sexy-looking lesbian tart" - A friend, trying to wind me up. It didn't work.
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Joe Woodbury wrote: Any recommendations? (no electric or, shudder, straight razor, suggestions please. Disposables are out too; I hate shaving and am willing to pay extra for the most comfortable, closest, shave I can get.) I've never found a razor that really works, and I'm nowhere near sadistic enough to recommend trying an epilator. :omg: Instead, why not try Laser Hair Removal[^] or Electrolysis[^] instead? You may forever screw up your chances of winning a "Best Handlebar" mustache competition, but on the plus side you may never have to shave again...;) Anna :rose: Riverblade Ltd - Software Consultancy Services Anna's Place | Tears and Laughter "Be yourself - not what others think you should be" - Marcia Graesch "Anna's just a sexy-looking lesbian tart" - A friend, trying to wind me up. It didn't work.
Anna-Jayne Metcalfe wrote: Instead, why not try Laser Hair Removal[^] or Electrolysis[^] instead? I have thought of that. But, I'd get Lasik (eye) surgery first. Anyone who thinks he has a better idea of what's good for people than people do is a swine. - P.J. O'Rourke
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Since college I've used an electric razor; at various times I tried using two blade razors, but they hacked up my face. Three years ago, I tried a Gillette Mach 3 and was very impressed. Lately, I've found my electric razor is so annoying, that I've been using my Mach 3 more. Enough that I need to buy a new handle. I'm considering the Schick Quattro, another Mach 3, the M3Power or maybe even hold out for Gillette's latest 5 blade masterpiece. Any recommendations? (no electric or, shudder, straight razor, suggestions please. Disposables are out too; I hate shaving and am willing to pay extra for the most comfortable, closest, shave I can get.) PS. My one complaint about the Mach 3 is that the blades get clogged easily. Maybe it's because my whiskers are really wimpy--if I try to grow a beard I look like a mutant. (An argument could be made that I already look like a mutant, in which case I should say "more like...". In any event my wife likes how I look or at least pretends she does.) Anyone who thinks he has a better idea of what's good for people than people do is a swine. - P.J. O'Rourke
I found an absolutely excellent razor but... Joe Woodbury wrote: Any recommendations? (no electric or, shudder, straight razor, suggestions please. Disposables are out too I don't know what this leaves, Nair for men I guess, you goop it on and it dissolves part of your face along with the hair on it. Seriously, did you really mean to type no electric, if not then you should really go to the undisputed best places to get info on all things shaving: Razor Rap[^] Electric shaver page[^] After perusing them I elected to buy the Braun 8595 with the automatic cleaner. It's absolutely hands down the best razor I've ever owned and it's really nice to shave every day with a completely clean, sanitized razor. FWIW after reading through the forums on those pages I've come to learn that most problems men have with shaving are not really related to the brand of razor but more the technique and how much they maintain their razor like were supposed to. Which is why I bought the braun, I don't need to do anything for maintenance as it's all automatic and I'm far too lazy to oil the thing, clean it out etc etc.
"Hello, hello, what's all this shouting, we'll have no trouble here! This is a Local Shop for Local People, there's nothing for you here!" -Edward Tattsyrup
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I find cheap disposables work fine so next time your legs aren't as smooth as they used to be... :laugh: The tigress is here :-D
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I found an absolutely excellent razor but... Joe Woodbury wrote: Any recommendations? (no electric or, shudder, straight razor, suggestions please. Disposables are out too I don't know what this leaves, Nair for men I guess, you goop it on and it dissolves part of your face along with the hair on it. Seriously, did you really mean to type no electric, if not then you should really go to the undisputed best places to get info on all things shaving: Razor Rap[^] Electric shaver page[^] After perusing them I elected to buy the Braun 8595 with the automatic cleaner. It's absolutely hands down the best razor I've ever owned and it's really nice to shave every day with a completely clean, sanitized razor. FWIW after reading through the forums on those pages I've come to learn that most problems men have with shaving are not really related to the brand of razor but more the technique and how much they maintain their razor like were supposed to. Which is why I bought the braun, I don't need to do anything for maintenance as it's all automatic and I'm far too lazy to oil the thing, clean it out etc etc.
"Hello, hello, what's all this shouting, we'll have no trouble here! This is a Local Shop for Local People, there's nothing for you here!" -Edward Tattsyrup
I meant "no electric" because I already have one. It's a Remmington and does a pretty good job, just takes too long (about 15 minutes if I've let my whiskers grow for three or four days, which is typical. By contrast, with my Mach 3, I can shave in about 3 minutes and it will be smoother.) I previously owned a Braun, I really liked. Unfortunately, it was falling apart and they stopped selling the blades and screens for it. When I looked around for a replacement, everyone said to avoid the cheap Brauns; they aren't what they used to be. I seriously debated buying the 8595, but it was very expensive. Probably should have anyway. Anyone who thinks he has a better idea of what's good for people than people do is a swine. - P.J. O'Rourke
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Anna-Jayne Metcalfe wrote: Instead, why not try Laser Hair Removal[^] or Electrolysis[^] instead? I have thought of that. But, I'd get Lasik (eye) surgery first. Anyone who thinks he has a better idea of what's good for people than people do is a swine. - P.J. O'Rourke
My priorities were obviously somewhat different... :-> I did seriously consider having Lasik surgery when I was in Bangkok last year, but in the end the Bank Manager won...it is something I'm planning to look at sometime in the future though. Anna :rose: Riverblade Ltd - Software Consultancy Services Anna's Place | Tears and Laughter "Be yourself - not what others think you should be" - Marcia Graesch "Anna's just a sexy-looking lesbian tart" - A friend, trying to wind me up. It didn't work.
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I meant "no electric" because I already have one. It's a Remmington and does a pretty good job, just takes too long (about 15 minutes if I've let my whiskers grow for three or four days, which is typical. By contrast, with my Mach 3, I can shave in about 3 minutes and it will be smoother.) I previously owned a Braun, I really liked. Unfortunately, it was falling apart and they stopped selling the blades and screens for it. When I looked around for a replacement, everyone said to avoid the cheap Brauns; they aren't what they used to be. I seriously debated buying the 8595, but it was very expensive. Probably should have anyway. Anyone who thinks he has a better idea of what's good for people than people do is a swine. - P.J. O'Rourke
Well in that case you're post has eliminated every possibility except waxing, mechanical / plucking, deplilatory cream or laser / electrolysis hair removal so there are your choices. :)
"Hello, hello, what's all this shouting, we'll have no trouble here! This is a Local Shop for Local People, there's nothing for you here!" -Edward Tattsyrup
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Well in that case you're post has eliminated every possibility except waxing, mechanical / plucking, deplilatory cream or laser / electrolysis hair removal so there are your choices. :)
"Hello, hello, what's all this shouting, we'll have no trouble here! This is a Local Shop for Local People, there's nothing for you here!" -Edward Tattsyrup
No, I was asking specifically about razors with replacement cartridges; basically the products from Gillette and Schick in the past four years: Mach 3, M3Power, Fusion, Quattro, Quattro Power.... My conclusions: All give about the same results. Most people really like the Mach 3 (me included). It seems people really love or hate the Quattro. (Most say it "glides" better than the Mach 3, but have varied results in how it clogs.) Most people who've tried the "Power" razors find they don't give better results but "glide" better. Most people who've tested the Fusion (the 5-blade one) have really liked it, but all question whether it's worth the extra cost. Almost everyone (me included) agrees that all the newer razors make shaving just under the nose more difficult (I have that problem with my electric as well.) Anyone who thinks he has a better idea of what's good for people than people do is a swine. - P.J. O'Rourke
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No, I was asking specifically about razors with replacement cartridges; basically the products from Gillette and Schick in the past four years: Mach 3, M3Power, Fusion, Quattro, Quattro Power.... My conclusions: All give about the same results. Most people really like the Mach 3 (me included). It seems people really love or hate the Quattro. (Most say it "glides" better than the Mach 3, but have varied results in how it clogs.) Most people who've tried the "Power" razors find they don't give better results but "glide" better. Most people who've tested the Fusion (the 5-blade one) have really liked it, but all question whether it's worth the extra cost. Almost everyone (me included) agrees that all the newer razors make shaving just under the nose more difficult (I have that problem with my electric as well.) Anyone who thinks he has a better idea of what's good for people than people do is a swine. - P.J. O'Rourke
Oh, I thought when you said "disposables are out too" that you were specifically referring to any type of disposable razors (cartridge or no, it's disposable). So what you really mean to say was "Speaking of razors with disposable cartridges only...." ;P
"Hello, hello, what's all this shouting, we'll have no trouble here! This is a Local Shop for Local People, there's nothing for you here!" -Edward Tattsyrup
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Oh, I thought when you said "disposables are out too" that you were specifically referring to any type of disposable razors (cartridge or no, it's disposable). So what you really mean to say was "Speaking of razors with disposable cartridges only...." ;P
"Hello, hello, what's all this shouting, we'll have no trouble here! This is a Local Shop for Local People, there's nothing for you here!" -Edward Tattsyrup
Mea culpa. I meant to eliminate the bags of razors you get for a few bucks at Walmart. Anyone who thinks he has a better idea of what's good for people than people do is a swine. - P.J. O'Rourke
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Mea culpa. I meant to eliminate the bags of razors you get for a few bucks at Walmart. Anyone who thinks he has a better idea of what's good for people than people do is a swine. - P.J. O'Rourke
I've come to learn that most people don't really know how to shave properly technique wise and once they do the blade in question becomes far less relevant. http://www.trumpers.com/shaving_tips.htm[^]
"Hello, hello, what's all this shouting, we'll have no trouble here! This is a Local Shop for Local People, there's nothing for you here!" -Edward Tattsyrup
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I think the multi-blade thing is only a gimmic. I remember the ads when the double blades first came out (yes, I must be getting old!) where they would show a magnified animation of what the two blads supposedly do: The first one grips the hair and pulls it up a bit, then the second one comes along and nips it right at the bud. Yeah right. Pure marketing schlock. Look at the blades and try to visualize what really happens. It is more likely that all you are doing is scrapping your face with two blades with no special coordination between them, which is probably less efficient and more painful since it just means more friction. I think I'll just try growing a beard for a while... Matt Gerrans
Matt Gerrans wrote: The first one grips the hair and pulls it up a bit, then the second one comes along and nips it right at the bud. Yeah right. Pure marketing schlock. How very true -- speaking of which, does anyone remember the old toothpaste commercial where they guy "demonstrated" how the flouride penetrates your teeth the same way green liquid (which he just happended to have in a cup nearby) penetrated a piece of chalk? I recall an old episode of SCTV when Harold Ramis was on the show where he was the demonstrator showing how well the flouride penetrates teeth just as, "this pool cue penetrates through this hunk of cheddar cheese". :)