where do you get your Feather blades (Canada)

[pmaster]

Hi,

I went through my mini-sample blade pack already, which was composed of Feather, Astra SP, Shark, Gillette Green and Derby. I actually still have 4 or more of each to go through, however so far the clear winner was the Feather, with the Gillette Green a close second. I confirmed this morning that the Derby really aren't for me, the shave felt like I was pulling off my skin with an old blade that already had seen too many shaves. I'll give another go to the others as well.

So I was wondering, fellow Canadians, where do you buy your Feather blades from (in packs of 50/100 or more?) I searched quickly and the cheapest seemed to be at around 37$ for 100. Is there cheaper out there?

Cheers!

 

[pmaster]

Very sorry, I just realized my post was in the wrong thread, is it possible to have it moved?

 

[SIG9]

I bought 100 Feather blades from Double Edge Shaving (out of Singapore) for $27 with free shipping.

http://www.doubleedgeshavingplace.com/product/feather-double-edge-razor-blades-100-blades

He's been mentioned on here many times and I believe is the cheapest for these blades. Also, there is/was a discount code for 8% off (BB101).

I'm in the U.S. but shipping was about one week. YMMV.

 

[inspiringK]

http://www.razorbladesandmore.com/ is usually where I turn to get blades. Unless I am ordering something else anyway, in which case Fendrihan or the Italian Barber may be fine (but I bet they charge a little more).

Beyond that though, I tend to use Ebay for bulk blade purchases.

All that being said, I have heard that the best way to get Feather blades specifically is from a member here. I can't think of his name now, but I bet of you wonder over into the Vendor forum or maybe the Hobby forum you can find him.

 

[SIG9]

All that being said, I have heard that the best way to get Feather blades specifically is from a member here. I can't think of his name now, but I bet of you wonder over into the Vendor forum or maybe the Hobby forum you can find him.

I think we're referring to the same person. It's the website I linked above. He goes by DrIdiot or something like that on here.

 

[pmaster]

thanks for the link, it looks like the best place so far. (also thanks to the mod for moving the thread)

 

[inspiringK]

I think we're referring to the same person. It's the website I linked above. He goes by DrIdiot or something like that on here.

Ah yes, that's it exactly.

 

[redtide]

Feathers are a great blade but I have been using the personna hospital blade and it far exceeds feather for longevity sharpness and smoothness. Before ordering a 100 pack of feathers I would give the personna's a try, either the hospital or the lab blue, B&B members say they are the same blade (lab & hospital)I haven't tried the lab blue so can't comment at this moment if they are similar. If your sold on Feathers, Double edge is a good place for feathers, ebay is another, .25-.27 is about the going rate for an individual feather blade any more than that your paying too much.

 

[britewhiteram]

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/100-FEATHER-...373?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_2&hash=item3a736cd8b5

these are the ones I bought, They've got free shipping to Canada since they ship from Canada

 

[pmaster]

Thanks for making me hesitate!! LOL
The dream of always getting a better blade is hard to resist... Especially since I've only tried 5 yet, but the Feathers were so nice that I doubt anything will be nicer. However if they are indeed cheaper alternatives, which last longer, it'd be a waste not to try it... lol
Now, where can I get a small pack of those persona hospital for cheap...? I see them on www.razorbladesandmore.com, but somehow, for a $4 pack, there's a $28 shipping charge :-/

Feathers are a great blade but I have been using the personna hospital blade and it far exceeds feather for longevity sharpness and smoothness. Before ordering a 100 pack of feathers I would give the personna's a try, either the hospital or the lab blue, B&B members say they are the same blade (lab & hospital)I haven't tried the lab blue so can't comment at this moment if they are similar. If your sold on Feathers, Double edge is a good place for feathers, ebay is another, .25-.27 is about the going rate for an individual feather blade any more than that your paying too much.

 

[pmaster]

Hmm weird, I selected "billing address is the same as shipping address" and suddenly the shipping estimate went down to $8, which is a bit more reasonnable if i make a big order. Is this where you get yours?

Thanks for making me hesitate!! LOL
The dream of always getting a better blade is hard to resist... Especially since I've only tried 5 yet, but the Feathers were so nice that I doubt anything will be nicer. However if they are indeed cheaper alternatives, which last longer, it'd be a waste not to try it... lol
Now, where can I get a small pack of those persona hospital for cheap...? I see them on www.razorbladesandmore.com, but somehow, for a $4 pack, there's a $28 shipping charge :-/

 

[Dusty1]

Hmm weird, I selected "billing address is the same as shipping address" and suddenly the shipping estimate went down to $8, which is a bit more reasonnable if i make a big order. Is this where you get yours?

Its funny that what I spend to get 100 Astra SP (my go-to blade) paid with shipping included is what you spend on shipping for the more expensive Feathers. It just puts things in perspective.

 

[pmaster]

I haven't paid anything yet! :-D

I also liked Astras actually, and Gillette 7 O'clock Greens, however the Feathers felt like a notch over. Maybe I should wait a few more weeks and do another full rotation between my 5 samplers since my technique is definitely better than it was. However the Derby I tried this morning still didn't feel that good.

I found these Personna labs which are priced "ok" with shipping, so maybe I can try them out.... (there's too many blades out there!)
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/10-Personna-...n_0&hash=item4d08c87475&_uhb=1#ht_1241wt_1397

Its funny that what I spend to get 100 Astra SP (my go-to blade) paid with shipping included is what you spend on shipping for the more expensive Feathers. It just puts things in perspective.

 

[gunterbr]

I actually got a chance to try some personna labs a couple weeks ago. I walked into a beauty supply store looking for shaving soap (just seeing if they had anything interesting) and ended up buying 2 personna blades for $1. Now 50 cents a blade is no deal, but it gave me a chance to see if i liked them.

I'm also in Canada, so if you have a BSO (Beauty Supply Outlet) near you, you might give that a go. Then you don't have to worry about shipping etc....

And just in case you were wondering, they were fantastic blades. Definitely better than the Wilkinson Swords and even Astra SPs.

 

[Nick Danger]

I bought 100 Feather blades from Double Edge Shaving (out of Singapore) for $27 with free shipping.

http://www.doubleedgeshavingplace.com/product/feather-double-edge-razor-blades-100-blades

He's been mentioned on here many times and I believe is the cheapest for these blades. Also, there is/was a discount code for 8% off (BB101).

Another vote for this trusted vendor. Shipping to Canada is free. 100 Feathers for $27 (after the B&B discount) and free shipping is about the best price you're likely to find from a respectable source.

Nick

 

[pmaster]

well, I ordered 10 personna labs from ebay for 6.50. Its a bit expensive but hey, it still beats the hell out of a Mach3 cart! Then I'll see how they compare to the Feathers, since they do seem to be quite a bit cheaper.
If I still prefer the Feathers then I'll go with "double edge shaving place" as the price is the best i've seen yet.

 

[britewhiteram]

I haven't paid anything yet! :-D

I also liked Astras actually, and Gillette 7 O'clock Greens, however the Feathers felt like a notch over. Maybe I should wait a few more weeks and do another full rotation between my 5 samplers since my technique is definitely better than it was. However the Derby I tried this morning still didn't feel that good.

I found these Personna labs which are priced "ok" with shipping, so maybe I can try them out.... (there's too many blades out there!)
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/10-Personna-...n_0&hash=item4d08c87475&_uhb=1#ht_1241wt_1397

I ordered a small sampler from him and he threw in a few extras, I'd recommend buying that sampler

theres another Ebayer who sells 100's of the Lab's, I bought them and Im happy I did

 

[pmaster]

Good to know!

I'll let you guys know how I like them once they get here. If I still prefer the Feathers then I'll go with one of the previously mentioned sites, otherwise I guess I'll pick one of the persona labs boxes on ebay.

I ordered a small sampler from him and he threw in a few extras, I'd recommend buying that sampler

theres another Ebayer who sells 100's of the Lab's, I bought them and Im happy I did

 

[redtide]

Good to know!

I'll let you guys know how I like them once they get here. If I still prefer the Feathers then I'll go with one of the previously mentioned sites, otherwise I guess I'll pick one of the persona labs boxes on ebay.

I don't think you will regret it, I have 450 feather in storage because I thought they where the top when I first try them.

I bought a ton of different samples and the personna hospital were one of them, they have been waiting in the drawer for about a year, I wish I tried them earlier. I am still on the first blade it's close to 2 months with that same blade and there seems to be no letting up with the smooth and sharp shave.

 

[garyg]

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/100-FEATHER-...373?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_2&hash=item3a736cd8b5

these are the ones I bought, They've got free shipping to Canada since they ship from Canada

I bought 100 Feather blades from Double Edge Shaving (out of Singapore) for $27 with free shipping.

http://www.doubleedgeshavingplace.com/product/feather-double-edge-razor-blades-100-blades

He's been mentioned on here many times and I believe is the cheapest for these blades. Also, there is/was a discount code for 8% off (BB101).

I'm in the U.S. but shipping was about one week. YMMV.

All that being said, I have heard that the best way to get Feather blades specifically is from a member here. I can't think of his name now, but I bet of you wonder over into the Vendor forum or maybe the Hobby forum you can find him.[/QUOTE]


Both are outstanding vendors, I've received blades from Sam & Jason in good speed, in fine shape, at fair prices