Is this the right cartridge

[Old beard]

since I am on 2 different drugs that “thin the blood” I am afraid to continue using my injector razors. I tried an older Panasonic arch 4 but shave didn’t last, by evening I needed to shave again.
Then I tried my old Mach 3. The shave was close but i got to much irritation. I am now using fusion with yellow cartridge and a power handle. What do you guys think of the combo? I am looking for a close irritation free shave. I could get that with my injector.

 

[slybrewguy]

I would say try an electric. The Braun 310s can be had for around $30 in Walmart or Target and gives a surprisingly close but comfortable shave.

 

[Toothpick]

2 drugs that thin the blood. Can you simply grow a beard?

If not, I second the electric option. Seems the safest.

Or

Gillette Guard. Simple, 1 blade cartridge, and cheap.

 

[Chandu]

For cartridges the Skinguard is probably safer than ones with more blades. Skinguard by design will not shave as close as other cartridges which further reduce the risk of a cut. I've tried one and think it's plenty close. Certainly DFS or better for me.

Also as Slybrewguy and Toothpick mention, an electric would even be safer.

I own two and can recommend either one as providing an excellent shave.
Norelco 4100 Cheap and quite good.
Panasonic Arc-5 - but since you already know you don't like the Arc-4, I doubt the Arc-5 would be much difference, but haven't used an Arc-4 personally.

 

[Sabre]

I find it impossible to cut myself with a Type L injector. Have you considered a Hydro 3 or Quattro?

 

[Old beard]

I have a Schick J and it is possible to cut your self, but it is difficult. I haven’t had the desired results with an electric. They start off at what feels like BBS but quickly I can feel stubble. I have a fast growing beard I guess.

I will try a skinguard. Do they fit the fusion handle?

If that doesn’t work, I’ll go the the Quattro line. Do they have extra goo? I don’t think I would like that.

Is the Schick L a clone or an original?

Thanks for all the suggestions.




K

 

[Chandu]

I will try a skinguard. Do they fit the fusion handle?

K

Yes, the heads and handles for the fusion and skinguard are interchangeable.

 

[Habanos]

since I am on 2 different drugs that “thin the blood” I am afraid to continue using my injector razors. I tried an older Panasonic arch 4 but shave didn’t last, by evening I needed to shave again.
Then I tried my old Mach 3. The shave was close but i got to much irritation. I am now using fusion with yellow cartridge and a power handle. What do you guys think of the combo? I am looking for a close irritation free shave. I could get that with my injector.

Have you tried using an alum block to stop bleeding? It works quickly for me.

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[Old beard]

No alum block but I do have a septic pencil. I really don’t want to have the need to try it.

 

[Sabre]

I have a Schick J and it is possible to cut your self, but it is difficult. I haven’t had the desired results with an electric. They start off at what feels like BBS but quickly I can feel stubble. I have a fast growing beard I guess.

I will try a skinguard. Do they fit the fusion handle?

If that doesn’t work, I’ll go the the Quattro line. Do they have extra goo? I don’t think I would like that.

Is the Schick L a clone or an original?

Thanks for all the suggestions.




K

My Schick Type L's are originals. I have around 10 to 15. They are freely available on eBay. I can't imagine they are much different from a type J. I have a few of those but never used one.

What blades do you use? I haven't had any issues with Chinese or Japanese Schick's, weepers from NOS and irritation from Personnas.

 

[Old beard]

I use Schick. I have cut my self with them when I am not paying attention and in a rush.

 

[njpaddy]

No alum block but I do have a septic pencil. I really don’t want to have the need to try it.

Styptic pencils are a waste of money. Pick up some powdered alum or McCormick Alum from a grocery store spice or canning aisle. Dip a wet finger in, apply, leave and brush off when dry. Make a paste if necessary. Best stuff ever made for shaving cuts or weepers. Back in the 1960s, when I used an injector, they sold containers of powdered shaving alum to stop bleeding. A little container lasts forever. I still have some left from the 1960s, but because my wife has been threatening for almost 50 years to throw it away if she finds it, I just use McCormicks for the rare weeper and save my hidden 60s stash in case I ever get a bad cut.