Tried these,and theyre the worst blades i ever shaved woth,worse than derby extra.Just plain uncomfortable,rough and many weepers..i was all bloodied up,and that never happens to me with any other blades or razors.Did one pass with these,and i had like 7,8 weepers,that i neeverrrr get with 99,9 perc of other blades and razors.Very bad quality blade.
Treet carbon steel blades
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I had a similar experience a few years ago, but I don't recall what razor I was using. I almost tossed the whole box in the trash after a terrible first shave. I tried them again in a RR Gamechanger .64 a couple weeks ago and it was surprisingly adequate. About on par with a Derby. I got 5 shaves out of it.
What razor were you using? Try one in a Gillete tech if you have one. Also, they seem to prefer low-angle shaves (cap riding). YMMV.
What razor were you using? Try one in a Gillete tech if you have one. Also, they seem to prefer low-angle shaves (cap riding). YMMV.
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I actually like these, but only for 1 or 2 shaves. I find them smooth but not super sharp.
The Treet Classic carbon blades are better for me.
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Who on earth can even use these things????
Yep they suck. Super dull and tuggy and it’s nearly impossible to keep them from rusting. The blade is so cool looking though.
I'm a big fan. Use them in an agressive razor, mild touch, bin after 2 shaves.
Tried one for the first time in a Karve solid bar C plate and had an outstanding shave.
Rhody
I'm a Lumberjack.
If this is the black beauty, I tried one for the first time a week or so ago and liked it. Used it 3 times. I took it out of the karve in between shaves.
I haven't finished the tuck yet but so far my trials mirror @Rhody. It won't last a week but can give up a few decent shaves. These are referred to as black beauties. The Treet Dura Sharp "yellows' are carbon steel blade too and for whatever reason lasted a week of fine shaves.
In researching Treet blades read the black beauties are favored by barbers. Where I don't know, Pakistan I guess. They are only suppose to run for a day then get swapped out. Haven't been to a barber here in the US for decades but my recollection is they always used either straights or Artist Club type razors. Hunting down good blades is cheap fun. Enjoy it!
In researching Treet blades read the black beauties are favored by barbers. Where I don't know, Pakistan I guess. They are only suppose to run for a day then get swapped out. Haven't been to a barber here in the US for decades but my recollection is they always used either straights or Artist Club type razors. Hunting down good blades is cheap fun. Enjoy it!
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I think I tried all Treet carbon blades that RBC has on offer and liked the Black Beauty the least.
For me I would rank them:
Dura-Sharp
Classic
Silver and Falcon
Black Beauty
The Dura-Sharps performance convinced me to get 200
For me I would rank them:
Dura-Sharp
Classic
Silver and Falcon
Black Beauty
The Dura-Sharps performance convinced me to get 200
I shaved off a few weeks of beard with one of these blades in an R41. It took the beard off, but it wasn't exactly comfortable, especially in the mustache area. I cleaned up with an Ikon Tech using a fresh Treet carbon steel and that was much smoother... because the bulk of the hair was already off. I didn't get any nicks or irritation, but this blade only seems usable if you're a daily shaver.
I tried the blade again today with 1 day of growth, figuring this would give the blade a better chance to shine. I used the same blade, because some of you guys get multiple shaves from these guys. It was a lot more comfortable, and at first I was impressed, but then I noticed all the hair on my neck that was left behind... even in the Ikon Tech. This thing is good for one shave max.
I've gotten to like the Treet Classics, for me they are sharp, comfortable and smooth
I just bought 400 Dura Sharps cause they are ultra smooth but sharp at the same time. They are my favorite blades now.
New design or are these stainless blades?I just bought 400 Dura Sharps cause they are ultra smooth but sharp at the same time. They are my favorite blades now.
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