Rapira Platinum Lux

[Barney14]

I tried a Rapira Platinum Lux for the very first time in a vintage 7o'clock OC, on the 1st WTG pass it felt very rough, edgy and brittle(?) I was pretty sure I was going to cut myself if I wasn't careful, I didn't like the blade at all at that point, the 2nd AGT pass was pretty normal feeling and the 3rd XTG was a non event.

The result was an excellent shave no cuts or irritation.

Not sure if I would like this blade in an aggressive razor.

After my initial doubts I quite like this blade in the 7OC.

Looking forward to the 2nd shave

 

[Lockback]

I really like the Rapira Platinum Lux.
In fact, I'm going on vacation this week and I'm taking a blade or two with me.

 

[Eric_75]

I really enjoy these blades. I have quite a few tucks of them in my blade stash.

 

[Steelerfan]

Rapira PL is a great blade for me. One of the best of the Rapira even better than the Voskhod blades.

 

[Big_T]

I'm also a fan of Rapira Platinum Lux, it's especially nice in my Timeless .95 razor.

 

[Tanuki]

I am stocked in RPL. A top blade for me.

 

[geneaut]

A very nice blade, that used to also be highly affordable. Prices have inched up over the last few years.

 

[Edgelord]

I liked them enough, while trying out different blades, that I have 100 coming in the mail today.

 

[blethenstrom]

Of the blades I have tested I can agree with your assessment. While they gave me decent shaves they were on the rougher side in all my tested razors. I would certainly try it again and in another razor(s) as well.

 

[NorthernSoul]

For some reason, they seem to smooth out after the first use. Then, they will very gradually get dull over the next few shaves. The second and third shaves are usually the best, IME.

 

[filedog]

I have some "on deck". Around here they are expensive though.

 

[TSAR]

I have some "on deck". Around here they are expensive though.

But in Russia they are among the most inexpensive and affordable.
How much do they cost you?

 

[EclipseRedRing]

But in Russia they are among the most inexpensive and affordable.
How much do they cost you?

From my UK supplier they are around £9.49 for 100 blades, including delivery. All Rapira and Voskhod blades are priced about the same, Ladas are currently in very limited supply and on offer at £5.99 per hundred. There are no signs of prices rising here although the Voskhods are currently out of stock.

 

[cranewarrior]

But in Russia they are among the most inexpensive and affordable.
How much do they cost you?

$36 USD for 100 from Amazon. That makes it among the most costly razor blades aside from a Feather. I guess the Rapiras are still cheaper than cartridge refills.

Gillette Silver Blues (Russian) can be had for $15 a 100, and I'll build up a small hoard while they are yet cheap.

 

[filedog]

But in Russia they are among the most inexpensive and affordable.
How much do they cost you?

$23 + shipping, or $36 on amz.

 

[TSAR]

In Russia, as of March 2024, RAPIRA blades cost $ 4.89 per 100 pieces.

 

[Bobovata]

Recently got some and only tried two so far. But like them very much.

 

[Mr Menthol]

These are my favorite smooth cheapie blades. Well not cheap anymore but I bought 500 of them in June 23 at 8.99/100 from italian barber when they were on sale. I am good for a while!