I wonder how different blades perform ?
i'm very glad for platinum coated blades, specially Gillette 7 o'clock. I have an offer on some Crystal Super + Platinum blades. Can anybody tell something about the performance of Crystals vs. Gillettes ?
I wonder how different blades perform ?
You can. Comparisons from others may not be relevant to you though for reasons stated above.Can anybody tell something about the performance of Crystals vs. Gillettes ?
Trial and error is the only solution. Blade performance depends on many factors: the blade itself, the razor you use, the particulars of your beard, your technique, etc.
Personally, I am working my way through a blade sampler...
I was thinking, that somebody, after using 7 o'clocks, "discovered" the Crystals or maybe said "never again".
Well, I don't remember the trigger for my interest in wet shaving, but here I am - shaving old style for some time. I remember my father shaving every day with his Gillette adjustable, his brush, his Palmolive classic shaving cream and his Wilkinson blades. I watched him often during his morning ritual as a little boy and I remember, that I was impressed. I am careful. I have big respect to razors, razor blades and knives, so even that I have a lot of different razors, I never cut my self in my short wet shaving history. It is fun and I like the collection that I have. I started with a Tech bought on eBay and after short time my purchases escalated. Now, after trying a lot of different gear, I'd like a more stable shaving life . So, I decided finally to find out 1-2, maybe 3 blades, that will please me in 1-2, maybe 3 of my razors. I'd like to share my experiences with others and gladly receive comments. Not necessarily only about the bladesI'm a little confused here (happened once before), you were asking how blades perform AND you're using a R41 2011?
From the many 41 threads seems most had a favorite or two blade in mind before using a r41. you're a brave man but 7 o'clock blues are a good place to start.
Trial and error is the only solution. Blade performance depends on many factors: the blade itself, the razor you use, the particulars of your beard, your technique, etc.
Personally, I am working my way through a blade sampler from WCS that includes 7 o'clock yellows and Crystals. For me, the 7 o'clock yellows work better than the Crystals. But YMMV.