Ted Pella Blades
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Count me in if you like!
Count me in as well!
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What's so special about these?? Strangely enough the first DE blades I see on their site are Feathers http://www.tedpella.com/dissect_html/dissect.htm#_121_9
I'm assuming you're talking the DE blades, not the injectors?
I'm assuming you're talking the DE blades, not the injectors?
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Sorry, I really should clarify as they do offer quite a selection of blades.
I am actually referring to their PTFE coated single edge blades.
They are special because they are coated and don't rust as quickly as the typical drug store SE blades (Treet & CVS). The are also special because the GEM Personna blades at Walgreens are $5.00 for 10 blades ($100.00 for 200 blades is a little steep).
I am actually referring to their PTFE coated single edge blades.
They are special because they are coated and don't rust as quickly as the typical drug store SE blades (Treet & CVS). The are also special because the GEM Personna blades at Walgreens are $5.00 for 10 blades ($100.00 for 200 blades is a little steep).
I can go in for 25% of 200 blades for about $9. I can also do less if more than 4 members are interested. Let me know.
Mark
Mark
Ted's shipping is a little steep. Not too much to worry about amongst 4 or more people, but something to think about. They also require a signature for delivery, so pick the address accordingly. You will not be disappointed with these blades. They can be a bit rough on the first shave, hand stropping is a must for me, before the first shave then after each shave.
I reminded myself of Mitch Hedberg for some reason, "I like Kit-Kat bars, unless I'm around 4 or more people".
I reminded myself of Mitch Hedberg for some reason, "I like Kit-Kat bars, unless I'm around 4 or more people".
You can buy these blades on Amazon at a much cheaper price. Order a little more and get free shipping as well.
http://www.amazon.com/RBSX-C-100-Pack-Single-Edge-Razor-Blades/dp/B0018DMI6C/ref=pd_sbs_indust_1
http://www.amazon.com/RBSX-C-100-Pack-Single-Edge-Razor-Blades/dp/B0018DMI6C/ref=pd_sbs_indust_1
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Yes this is the way to go. Forget about the picture. They are the same blades as Ted Pella. I bought some 25 packs some time ago not knowing about the 100 packs.
I paid more for mine but live and learn.
I'm in if you still want to go the Ted Pella route.
I ordered some from Amazon in a 25 pack, and wasn't happy with the results - I've used real Pellas before, and these did not seem to be the same to me. Now, I also use Treet and Pal Blues, so maybe I was out of practice, or maybe I got a bad batch, but I'd like to get some genuine from-Ted-Pella blades.
I've been debating about biting the bullet and just ordering the 200 - but this is a much more justifiable option, if we can swing the shipping.
I ordered some from Amazon in a 25 pack, and wasn't happy with the results - I've used real Pellas before, and these did not seem to be the same to me. Now, I also use Treet and Pal Blues, so maybe I was out of practice, or maybe I got a bad batch, but I'd like to get some genuine from-Ted-Pella blades.
I've been debating about biting the bullet and just ordering the 200 - but this is a much more justifiable option, if we can swing the shipping.
I received some of the Amazon blades in a trade, most definitely not the same as the Ted Pella blades.
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I have read that the amazon blades are the same and have also read that they are not. If the amazon blades start to rust after 2 shaves then they are not coated, as is the case (in my experience) with the Treet and CVS blades. The Walgreens GEM personna blades last me at least 7 or 8 shaves and get dull without ever rusting. I am hoping the Ted Pella blades are as good or better than the ones from Walgreens.
Any other comments from those that have tried Amazon and Ted Pella blades would be most appreciated.
Any other comments from those that have tried Amazon and Ted Pella blades would be most appreciated.
I prefer the Pellas over the Walgreens, but there's nothing wrong with the Walgreens. YMMV, and all that 
I wonder if anyone who has recently purchased blades from Amazon could post a pic or a description of the box they received their blades in. The one post about the Amazon blades in mmack66's link didn't match the pic in the sale. I know those who have ordered say it's not the same box as the pic, but I'm curious if they just sell what ever blades they got their hands on at the time. With all the reports of the Amazon blades rusting, and the ones I got even look and feel different, I don't know how anyone can still think they are the same blades.
I'd like to give the Pellas a try. Count me in.
People that have reported rusting from Amazon blades probably ordered the blades that are 0.012" and are carbon steel. Those are paint scraper blades and no doubt would give a terrible shave.
The 0.009" blades in the link I provided are stainless steel and have been confirmed by folks as having the same packaging and product numbers as the blades from Ted Pella.
By all means, carry on with your group buy of the Ted Pella blades. I was merely trying to offer a more economical solution for the same blades.
I got good shave results from the blades that rusted. I think I better send a PM to the member I traded and see if I can get a description.
EDIT: Mark, could you provide a link to the .012" blades and maybe someone could confirm if that was indeed what they ordered?
EDIT: Mark, could you provide a link to the .012" blades and maybe someone could confirm if that was indeed what they ordered?
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