Insane 25 Razor Blade Shave to Rate Which Double Edge Safety Razor Blade is BEST! Part 1

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[@runthenumbers9698]

You should do this again as a blind study. You got someone else loading the razors anyway. Knowing what blades are in can only serve to bias you. :)

[@tristanwiebe151]

Feather so far is the best razor I've used! Even with a good stubble it'll cut through no drag at all! Favorite razor!

[@user-zx5yd4cf3y]

Yes they have best initial sharpness no doubt but i still prefer kai and bic

[@danh9922]

Bic double edge blades are the most underrated and untalked blades on the market. Great long term sharpness, close shave and price.

[@leekhan8948]

Didn’t even know bic made de blades, you sure?

[@danh9922]

@@leekhan8948 Their called the BIC Chrome Platinum and their made in Greece

[@Chriswoz83]

@@danh9922 Bic Astor are even sharper on the first shave but the same or worse than a Bic Chrome Platinum on the second shave.

[@danh9922]

@@Chriswoz83 From my understanding and what I’ve read online they are the same blade. They are just have different names for different markets apparently. No batch of blades are the same quality, even if they are the same brand.

[@Chriswoz83]

@@danh9922 I know you can find as many sources online swearing they are different blades. We all know what our favourite blades feel like and can tell when we get bad ones, BCP we’re my favourite blade until I tried Astors now I appreciate them both differently. Try a tuck for yourself and let’s us know how you get on.

[@nolife097]

Bic chrome Platinum double edge razor is really good I've currently started to shave I bought my self a nice DE razor and I decided to get lots of Bic Chrome Platinum blades never had experience with anything involving shaving but after one shave using the Bic blades I can already tell they are very very good.

[@patrickcarrillo714]

My personal favorite blades are the Bolzano Superinox blades very underrated. Nobody really talks about them but they offer a really nice shave

[@BenSebrell]

So much about wet shaving comes down to skin types, hair types, and personal preferences. I did as is commonly suggested and got a sample pack. I've found that my personal preference is a sharper blade with a more aggressive razor and a super slick cream. Currently loving Astra Superior Platinum blades, and could see myself using them most often, but definitely gonna try a lot of other blades. It's fun and keeps the hobby exciting to me.

[@RazorEmporium]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@Flotilla11]

I agree, the Wilkinson Sword blades made in Solingen Germany are very nice, that's what I use and they give me a good comfortable shave every time.

[@jefife750]

The Wilkinson sword from Germany will actually get sharper on the second use.

[@Scraws]

I kind of did what you did with a smaller sample pack, and had my wife do the same since she switched to DE. Luckily, we both agreed on the same blade, and stocked up on Astra Green (from you). Great video.

[@gif24gt60]

Have a mekur 23c. Which blades would provide a smooth, close shave for a beginner that wont hack the face, between gillette platnum, wilkens sword, and astra green and in which order? I have the derby extras but am afraid to try them. Anyone?

[@secaII]

Would have been interesting to see you do this “blind”’ without knowing what blade you were using. Astra Greens are my favorite.

[@PresenceMoment]

I've only used Feather, Astra Green, Gillette Platinum and Nacet and I found them the same as you. I'm using a Feather Poplular razor. The Feather blade was sharp but harsh feeling, the Asta green was smoother but less sharp. The Gillettes are by far my favorites, with the Nacet getting a slight nod over the Platinum. They're very sharp yet smooth, no irritation at all. The lightest of touches works wonders ! Of course, like you mentioned, my technique has changed and improved since the original Feather blades.

[@CraigRasmussen1]

I’m very close to you. With a Rockwell T2 and a 6C….my favorite blades are 1.) Nacet…2.) Feather. 3.) Voskhod…and 4.) Astra SP. Like you also, I found the Gillette Nacet and Gillette Platinum to be very close to each other….with the Nacet being just a little smoother shave.

[@jmarcguy]

This video should be shown in schools everywhere!! Finally an informative video on blades. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@sulemanwasim4979]

Treet platinum is definitely my favourite. There's very few blades to choose from here in Pakistan. It's good to see the treet up there with some of the best. Loved the video, amazing review as always.

[@robertross8565]

Just tried Gillette Platinum blades based on Matt's rating as the 2nd sharpest blade (Feather being #1). Matt is a shaving genius. These blades are amazing!! They are sharp and so smooth. I have only used Astra Greens before and GP's are sharper and smoother than Astra. I really noticed the difference when I went ATG (against the grain) on my cheeks and mustache. I could hardly feel the blade. Like Matt, the only variable in testing the Gillette Platinum blade was the blade itself. Well done Matt. Your rating system is spot on.

[@RazorEmporium]

Happy to hear that thanks

[@David-fo6oy]

I love the Kai blades. They are expensive but I find I can get a good five shaves out of a blade without any feeling of tugging or harshness. I also really like that there is not branding on the actual blades themselves. I don't know what that appeals to me. I guess I just admire the quiet confidence the company has in its brand. Any way, love your videos and your store.

[@obsoleteengineer6507]

When I started shaving 12ish years ago I quickly settled on Astra Greens. I kept those and the same razor for that whole time. Just recently started getting into vintage Gillette razors and am now experimenting with new blades. Gillette Silver Blues are quickly becoming a favorite, especially in by 54' flare tip.

[@robertross8565]

Great video. Glad Gillette Platinum ranked #2. I like the fact you said it’s almost as sharp as a Feather yet is smoother. That will be my next blade.

[@michaelgreene6306]

Just picked up some Rapira Lux blades based on your high rating (though I understand it’s an arbitrary rating 👍🏻). I’ve been using the Bic Platinums a lot recently and think they might have taken over my top spot. Cheers

[@JimiVPhotography]

So far, my two favorites are Voskhod and Perma-Sharp. The Konsul loves them both on my skin. But actually, the Konsul is happy with anything I've fed it. 😊

[@BarbaTradicional]

That was a great one as always! My favorites are permasharp, gillette rubie, personna platinum, voskhod, dorco platinumI, astra... it's important to always go back to blades after a while. The technique and maybe your hair have changed. 6 years ago I tried astra and hated, was constantly having the worst shaves... now I decided to check them out again... what a great surprise. Excellent shave. Cheers!

[@MatiasZarzar]

I only use feather...i dont even have been try others brands...i began to shave with a safety razor like a month ago and am so glad to go back in time and ger a real and smooth shave...big hug from Chile...good video....💥💯💪

[@albertlatour4921]

I was a little disappointed not to see the Personna blue, which is my favorite and also lasts a long time.Made in USA by Accutec they also make the Personna med. prep.

[@RazorEmporium]

Part 2

[@wis1024]

Feather does feel the sharpest out of the paper. The bic cp feels sharper on the second shave than a fresh feather.

[@firlottp]

I enjoyed watching this almost as much as you did making it. And now, I have to start up a spreadsheet and test out all the various blades in my stash. Thanks?

[@donaldlyons7143]

Whoa, I just returned to wet shaving after years of cartridge razor use. I tried the Kai in my Rockwell T2 this morning and it was mind-numbingly smooth and ultra sharp. What a blade! Thanks.

[@joeyg233]

I've been using Derby Extras for the last 8 years, but I wanted to try something new and a bit more aggressive. You're video was truly great and now I'm gonna try the Astra Greens. Thanks for the accurate comparison for all those blades 🙂

[@MrBilld75]

That's what I'm doing! Buying a sample pack to figure out what's good. But your helps me figure out what's "better".

[@CocoboloCowboy]

Blade are like Wine or Beer it’s the one you personally love that make you personally love.🥳 The other sell, and are made because other people love, for many personal reasons.🥰

[@SpartanWolf222]

I've been trying out all sorts of sample packs (both from RE as well as Amazon,) and I've been surprised which ones I've found to be my favorites. Of course, Feather is one I liked, especially on shave 3/4; however, I found that Voskhod and Derby Platnium were perfect. The Voskhod one was so good on my first pass I felt like that was enough, but I did my three pass shave anyway since I had a lot of soap made.

[@misterlexx2721]

I only bought a 50 pack of Gillette Platinum and stuck with it. I am new to Traditional double edge razor shaving since April. It works well in my Vikings Blade Chieftain Jr.

[@X-UP-and-DOWN-X]

People seem to rate astra green really high. I personally hate them. I think they tug and drag hard on me. I’m a feather guy but I have only ever used those 2 or Dovo platinums which are okay. They aren’t much better than astra greens.

[@regisfortun6019]

I use now the Shark blades. Before, i used the Astra green, but i had many cuts with these ones. (I use a Muhle r89 grande).

[@Doowickeybob]

Im new to De shaving, i have purchased a Muhle R89 twist & a Gillette fatboy. The Muhle blade that came with the razor felt like it had been used 10 times already, i put a Derby Extra in the fatboy set on 5 and that felt like a plough & got some small nicks. Same blade in the Muhle was awesome, not aggressive, really smooth & close shaving. Now I've ordered a sample pack & and can't wait to see what works best for me.

[@leehaseley2164]

Derby are made in Turkey. I find the premium much better than the normal extra. The Treet Platinum blades are very well priced over here in Thailand, at under $10 for 200. I love Ladas blades for a mild yet very comfortable shave and Bic Chrome Platinum when that extra sharpness is needed without the initial roughness of a Feather. Also, SharpStar are wonderful for my use case. My takeaway from this is that I need to try the German Wilkinson Sword and Trig.

[@mattbowman3641]

Awesome vid Matt..I've been d.e headshaving for 3 yrs now and have only tried 4 types of blades..derby,astra,shark and feather.the 1st 3 types ripped me apart and had bumps for days!!i thought screw it and tried feather and boom!! As close to a perfect shave as possible,sometimes i get no bumps at all.lol the joys of sensitive skin ay...

[@BillyBanter100]

Bics are my favourites so far. Give them some love

[@christopherthompson3313]

Matt, Great video! I would add Silver Star (Lord-Egypt), Bic Platinum Chrome (Greece) and Crystal (Personna-Israel, I think) blades to your offerings. Hands down, Silver Stars are my favorite blades. They have the best combination of sharpness and smoothness, and that is how I rate them on my spreadsheet. One column for each category. I also have a column for whether or not to buy again. When I bought sample packs (which I still need to finish), I used each blade for a minimum of 3 shaves (unless they really tore me up), to see how they performed. Coated blades tend to "sharpen up", after the first shave, for one or two more shaves, before dulling (however, I got 7 shaves out of the Silver Stars a few times). Feathers are sharpest on the first shave (but not smooth) and trail off after that (no coating). Same with Personna Med Preps. Bics are almost as sharp as Feathers, but are smoother. Of course, YMMV, because each person's skin sensitivity, coarseness and density of stubble are different. What works for one, may not work for another (just like aggressiveness of razor). Blade pairing is also very important. A Feather in an R-41 might rip your face to shreds, but a Feather in an AS-D2 might be smooth as butter. Also, some guys with a week's growth might find one pass with the R-41/Feather better than the AS-D2/Feather with 3 passes. Lastly, I like several of the blades you stock: 7 o'clock black, yellow, Russian green (like the Indian green, too), WS-German (like the Indian, too), Wizamet. Astra Blue wasn't bad, either. I need to buy some of those Treet Platinums and Black RK's. Thanks again, and it was fun to see you do this video.

[@williamquinn3196]

I've always had very good luck with Parker blades!

[@Mr0909dragon]

Most underrated and unknown blades are the Eddison and Royal blades by Personna in my opinion.

[@MitchellWeatherly]

Derby Premium being rated lower than Derby Extra was the biggest surprise for me. Also wish you had tried some of the Dorco blades, especially the ones made in their new Vietnamese factory (like the Prime).

[@jcshaves]

I just started traditional wet shaving after Christmas 2021 as I got a razor and sample pack for Christmas. First shave was terrible with Astra Greens. Then found your webpage and started working my way from Derby’s up. After trying like 3 more blades and doing much better just reached into the bag and got the Rapira Platinum Lux and was nervous about the sharpness. Best shave ever and still my favorite. Improved technique definitely helps. I mean I’ve gotten nasty cuts with cartridges and Derby’s so anything will cut you if your not careful. What about the Personna made in the USA blades?

[@RazorEmporium]

Another video with more blades coming soon!

[@jcshaves]

@@RazorEmporium look forward to it.

[@melchurch3019]

Gillette Silver/Blue has always been my favorite-smooth and sharp. I'll pick up some Kai and Gillette Platinum based on your video and see how that goes. I have to say your shop made soaps make a great lather and slickness that makes a difference when shaving.

[@RazorEmporium]

Happy to hear thx!

[@andresprado3925]

Have you ever tried a blade called Facon? . Supposed to be a Japanese made blade. It was super cheap but worked very well for me.

[@Atomic2998]

I really like the Treet Platinums, they sometimes can't be as smooth as your average Astras but i find them to be a little bit sharper and for a few euros more than what a pack of 100 Astras cost i can get 200 Treet Platinums. And also how can you tell how good a razor blade is with just a swipe or two? What good is a super sharp and a super expensive razor blade if it's only good for one shave?

[@nhiathor8155]

Pretty accurate rating. I’ve been looking for Polsilver for years. If anyone can help me, please let me know.

[@erudite2768]

I tend to use milder razors with the sharpest blades and I agree Perma-Sharp blades are one of the sharpest out there and a favourite of mine, I think over 3 shaves when I bin the blade they are sharper than Feather blades. Bic Chrome Platinum blades are very sharp and smooth. Polsilver blades in all there versions are just brilliant. Lab Blue /Med Prep blades are above average sharpness and really smooth

[@myblueskynight]

Great video comparison Matt! My favorite go to blades are Personna Comfort Coated. The used to be called Personna Lab Blue. Very smooth and sharp, and also made in America! 🇺🇸 I think they are the only blades made in America today!👍🇺🇸

[@RazorEmporium]

Agree and yes I love them.

[@6.5mm_is_the_best_mm]

Do a blind test next time. She should tell you what the blade was after you rate it.

[@viningscircle]

I will usually use a Feather with the mild razors and can conversely use a milder blade for the more aggressive razors, of which I do not favor generally. Offhand I am sure Derby Extras are made in Turkey. They came with my very first razor, the Edwin Jagged DE89, and actually was a while before deciding to add variety of blades to my den as my knowledge and experience expanded. Gillette Nacet, Astra and Wilkinson are my basic go-to blades for most shaving. Over 10 years now in DE shaving and enjoy it more and more.

[@hughswanzy8871]

Your ratings were fair in my opinion. I've used a lot of the same blades you were using and I would place them in the same order for sharpness.

[@stevehirsch8413]

I'm six months into the wet shaving. So far the "Rapira Lux" have been working for me. I did fine some "Personna" (German) blades at the local 99 cent store. They've done pretty good for me as well...

[@MrE0919]

My favorite blade is the Rapira Platinum Lux. I've tried tons of the blades shown in this review (and more) and have found that platinum coated blades are just smoother for me. Stainless steel only blades (or non coated blades) just tug my face a little too much

[@rsolsjo]

Recently bought a sample pack of about 15-16 blades to try and find a new favorite, but I always shave at least a couple of times fully with each. What's it like on a first shave? Second? Third? Is the overall experience a good one, or is there always some hesitance? Haven't gotten far yet but I think, ironically, that the first I tried, Astra Green, could end up being the favorite.

[@Reggie_dk]

Knok

[@yakakiyakaki]

Thank you Matt, this was a very informative and honest review. Like you say, what matters most is not necessarily the perceived sharpness rating of a particular blade but how it actually performs for each person - sample packs are definitely the best way to start one’s journey!!!

[@benjob1360]

Wizamet has a nice balance between sharpness and smoothness, they also last very long. Regarding Voskhod, they have me a perfect first shave. However, the second one was terrible so they will not be my go to blade as they dull very quickly for me

[@gekkehenkie0001]

Brilliant. I'll give the Gilette platinum a try. I feel they are pretty expensive over here, but maybe they are worth it

[@DavidV4444]

Wizamet and Nacet are perfection for me, I also enjoy TREET and am testing Personna Lab Blue (made in USA and hoping I can use these to support USA made products)!

[@anthony-ju6qo]

My Favorite is Polsilver but there hard to get. Next is Permasharp, Astra SP and Shark SP. Looking to try the Wizmet Iridiums. Thanks for the video !

[@adamroecker2323]

This is such a subjective topic, but I think Matt was pretty fair with all of these assessments. All of them are good blades quite frankly. I'd have nudged up the Derby Premiums, the 7 o' Clock Black's, and definitely the Silver Blues, but hey, that's why they say "YMMV." The only one that I raise an eyebrow at are those Derby Extras. Woof..... those ought to be at a 1.5 😆.

[@NJWreckdiver96]

I’m relatively new to DE shaving and have had a rough time finding a blade that I like. Tried it a number of years ago when Gillette decided to go woke, but made the mistake of starting out with Feather not realizing that there were less aggressive blades to try. I’ve been getting good results with the Vikingsblade Mild sold on Amazon. They’re allegedly made in the USA, but packaged and distributed by China. I’m looking for something not owned by Gillette or coming from China.

[@RazorEmporium]

Um...no. They are made by Weishi in China.

[@NJWreckdiver96]

@@RazorEmporium that’s what I figured.

[@davidphares4150]

I use the Wilkenson Sword and love it. I remember the ads from the 70's and the fact that it can 'carry' its own used blades. I sometime use the Gillette Platinum.

[@chewbacca7856]

I bought a couple sample packs and the ones I remember liking were big ben, lord, Wilkinson sword, Astra green, feather, Gillette platinum. I bought a ton of feather blades but now I wish I hadn't as to avoid the harshness and reduce potential nicks. Using some parker blades that came with my shavette and I feel a lot of resistance. I need to try some different blades in it since it is a different razor type. My Boker straight comes tomorrow. Looking forward to the first shave with that on Monday.

[@mikeh9701]

Hi Matt- Great shave and razor blade ratings; thank you! I would definitely suggest adding Gillette Nacet blades to your stock. They have been my go-to blade for sometime, now. I think you would enjoy shaving with them. Have a great weekend ahead. Be safe and be well. Best regards, as always, Matt!

[@RazorEmporium]

We stock them - will be in a part 2 video

[@mikeh9701]

Thanks, Matt! Great to know this!

[@muzicsean76]

Nacet Blades are nearly as sharp as Feathers but smoother on my face. Bic Chrome is my next best. Astra SP's is what i started out with in wet shaving but they are not as sharp as Nacet blades or Bic's. I use the Astra SP's occasionally, but they give me face irritation,must be the coating who knows YMMV.

[@josephaugustinerhodenhiser1353]

Thus far, since starting to regularly use a safety razor, I can conclude that Gillette Platinum > Astra Superior Platinum Double Edge. Update/Edit: I am also weird and use a new blade every day because I can feel the difference even for a second shave, and with a fresh blade, my neck doesn't get irritated.

[@richardpfeiffer979]

Great video. Blade choice is confusing with all the choices and the same manufacturer having different offerings.

[@jayaruh47]

That was pretty cool. So that was sort of a one pass shave with buffing.

[@hjosserand]

HI, Matt; thanks. Dorco is pretty good too!

[@zekehall]

Blades - the most YMMV within a YMMV hobby. Feathers, often cited as the “best” tear up my face, while the much-maligned Derby Extras give me good shaves should I need to shave daily. Additionally, I find the “best” blade changes depending on what razor I am using. Great idea for a video! Thanks for this!!

[@molonlabe9602]

Yep, my two go to blades are Derby Extra and Voskhod.

[@aaronrogerson604]

I enjoyed the video, Matt. I've found that I prefer platinum coated blades, so my favorites as of right now are Lord Platinum and Tiger Platinum. I'll have to try the Gillette Platinum based off your experience in the video. Another thing I always tell people is that sharper isn't always necessarily 'better'. I'm glad you mentioned that Feathers can sometimes leave your face feeling rough. I hate to see new Wet Shavers jump straight to Feathers because they're not always going to have the best experience.

[@RoderickGMacLeod]

I like to say that Feathers are sharp, but they're sharp like a serrated Ginsu, not like a plain edged Henckel's or Wusthof.

[@misterlexx2721]

Gillette Platinum is the first and only blades I bought. I am new to de razor shaving since April. It's a good mix of sharpness and smoothness. It's really good for sensitive skin and a mild razor. I use it in Vikings Blade Chieftain Jr.

[@Sonic_the_hedgehog65]

@@misterlexx2721 I also too bought the chieftain Jr in july..I bought a sample pack N so far my #1 favorite is wilkinson sword,#2 sharp 7am, #3 lord platinum #4 astra blue and I can go on but yes definitely give more blades a try ;) 🪒🤙

[@Sonic_the_hedgehog65]

@@misterlexx2721 I have sensitive skin as well! By far my worst blade would be the tweet platinum! That one tore my face up N had my face looking like I was on a 2 week binge of tweaking N picking my face 😳😬😵🤕!! I definitely put those all the way down of my sample pack I won't be using those anytime for a long time! I have yet to try the feather I am saving those for last. The ones I named gave me no cuts what so ever N were very forgiving blades👍just cuz they worked for me doesn't mean they will work for you were all different but best of wet shaving to you my friends 🪒🤙

[@misterlexx2721]

@@Sonic_the_hedgehog65 Thanks. I am going to try Wilkinson Sword.

[@vanceauclair9499]

Matt, I use feather, and been very happy with them in my slant.

[@jimbo97]

Since I am just starting to explore DE shaving (with an Edwin Jagger razor) I really couldn't tell much difference in the 10 sample brands of blades I've tried. I know you tried to negate all possible variables in this test, but the most obvious variable to me is the difference in shaving the cheeks and the throat. It's like comparing apples and oranges.

[@BuffaloNickel9]

Yep

[@donaldcornwell1151]

Bolzano! its like a Feather on the 2nd or 3rd shave right out of the pack

[@rickysimmons4752]

Show me yours, I’ll show you mine ! How do you display all those blades. As a beginner wet shaver It’s much less expensive to collect blades than razors. Ideas ?

[@christopherchurch949]

Wow, great piece. And I learned a new word... "Jaggedy". That's a technical term.

[@koenvannyen9115]

Euromax Platinum is one of my favorites along with Personna Blue and Wilkinson Sword. The Euromax was not included in the list. It may not be readily available in the US. Nice video that confirms something.

[@Obeconobe7]

Perma Sharp are my #1 choice. But I like the Astra Green as well. The new Schick Triple Coated blades are one you should try when able to get them. Just as great as the Perma Sharp from my experience. Also Lord blades (Egyptian made) are worth trying. I like Silver Star, Crown and Big Ben.

[@larsulrich2761]

Two blades that I've had really good luck with are Bolanzo and the Gillette Ruby.

[@jastation321]

I think a better way to test blades is by buying 30 blades. Consistency is more important than sometimes getting a good blade in a sample pack. Not all blades have good quality control and consistency.

[@RazorEmporium]

💯 agree!!!

[@SteveKN4POP]

Matt is the Debbie does Dallas of wet shaving. Sorry Matt, I couldn't help myself. 😆 I agree that the razor you choose will dictate the blade you use. If I use the Gillette Heritage razor with a Wilkinson Sword Saloon, I get a smooth super mild shave. But if I use a Feather in the Heritage razor, I get a nice smooth medium aggressive shave. Then with the Gillette new long comb and a Wilkinson Sword I get a smooth medium aggressive and with the Feather a super aggressive with Nick's if I'm not super careful. My favorite for my new long comb is the Gillette Nacet. But overall for most of my other razors I would have to go with the Feather 🪶. For those new to wet shaving this is a very informative. Don't give up on wet shaving because you might need to find the right blade for the razor you have. Definitely get you a sample pack. Razor Emporium has great sample packs with (for me) spot on blade ratings. Wish this video was available when I first got started. Thanks again Matt.

[@AlitaAvenger]

Last night I have used the standard Derby blades for the first time...I was very curious. Cannot say I really liked them, gave me a very slight razor burn at some spots, even in my Rockwell 6C.. but perhaps I was in a bad mood which made it unfair towards Derby... and it's all very subjective indeed... gotta give them a second try... What surprises me is that Mühle blades didn't give me a smooth shave at all, tried them a couple of times so far and even in my (till this moment 🙂) favourite razor, the Rockwell 6C... they felt uncomfortable to me. Tried the BIC made in Greece recently, really great blades, like them the same as Astra green and blue, Perma-Sharp and Gillette platinum, my three (four) favourites so far as a non-expert...🙂 Wilkinson Sword are definitely also good in my experience...far more less harsh than the Mühle... I love my vegan silvertip fibre synthetic Classic Mühle brush... awesome...so not my intention to be negative about Mühle! Thanks a lot as always and have a great weekend!

[@MrSlitskirts]

I've found Platinum DE blades for me are the best as I usually do 2-3 passes and I like the softer feel. I've found TREET Platinum - Super Stainless, BIC Chrome Platinum and LORD Platinum are may main 'go to's. Perhaps try the LORD Platinum and BIC Chrome Platinum's next time. If I want just a quick one pass 'down to the shops' I'll use the many various Stainless Steel blades like Shark, etc.

[@dr.piercesphysicsmath9071]

Scary accurate. Rapira Lux and Feather are best for me, too. Funny. Well done.

[@sergey_ru]

Hey from Russia. In Russia, they do not like domestic blades and few people shave with them. Voskhod, Rapier, Ladas, Sputnik - all these are considered bad blades among us. Moreover, of all the Rapiers, only Platinum Lux is available for sale, and I have never seen all the others on sale. People prefer foreign blades. Japanese, German, etc. I myself shave with an old Soviet safety razor (surprisingly, it turned out to be better than modern all Muhle and Edwin 316), but I use Feather blades at the moment. Shaving, for example, Voskhod, I find unpleasant for myself. I have seen videos and comments about Voskhod blades from Americans many times in which they praised these blades very much. I honestly don't understand why.

[@andrey-c9t]

Не вводи людей в заблуждение, нормальные лезвия. А спутник многие хвалят и с удовольствием пользуются. Лезвия в продаже есть везде и стоят недорого. Уж не знаю в какой тундре ты живёшь. В Rockwell 6 s и Henson medim не хуже других. Любимые Gillette Naset, нелюбимые Astra green

[@DervishD]

Interesting test! Not my experience, though (I had not tested ALL those blades, of course). In my experience, PermaSharp cut my thick beard much better than Feather, which in fact have an additional problem for me: they don't cut AT ALL in the first passes due to the coating, I think, I have had that experience in all my Feather, even those directly bought in Japan by a friend. For me, it's PermaSharp, even though I have had good experiences with Astra Green, too, but in vintage razors. Thanks a LOT for this video, very very interesting! Oh, BTW, I forgot: my favourite Frankenrazor is a mix of a newly made Gillette Tech head (Chinese Gillette, apparently licensed recently) and a handle from a very BAD razor I bought for the looks. Love the Tech, a pity I can't find one original Tech or at least a NOS Tech I can really afford, apart from these Chinese ones, which shave great but are not very beautiful.

[@SnyperMac1]

I agree with most of these but i would put the astra green and the Gillette super stainless closer to the kai blade. But this is for me using a slim adjustable and a PAA ascension select

[@fredhug85]

Thnx again on the great quality service I recieve from Razor Emporium.👍👍Could you mention your observation of highest rated blades other than Russian made. I’m making a little transition now. Thnx the best Fred H.

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Kai

[@xmak1114]

Saw a lot of reviews talking (like most user's) that some "good and sharp blades" are (and I tried all of them) derby, Gillette blue and platinum, rapira (shaved with that 5minutes ago... Really awful experience), astra green and blue etc. And I have the permasharp next to try... for soft stubble I think most of it is for sure just fine, BUT if you have hard stubble like mine... For the time being only the Wilkinson sword classic and the muhle cut through it like butter and smooth without irritations, tugging and leaving stubble behind like the all the above mentioned blades. Have packs from KAI, feather and Gillette 7oclock super platinum which I didn't try yet.

[@joewalsh720]

I like the Wilkinson Sword blades myself. And yes, the ones you used with the black dispenser is Germany. I’m sure there are sharper blades out there, but they’re good enough for me and they last a while. I pair them with my 1948 Aristocrat and bam, I found my daily driver. I remember hating trying out different blades when I went into wet shaving. The worst ones I remember using were the Shark blades. Felt like I was scraping a shark tooth across my face.

[@jefife750]

Actually, they are one of the sharper blades out there. Slightly less than feather on the first go, but they actually get sharper on the second use great blades! My favorites forward very closely by feather. I feel like I only get one great shave out of feather and then they dull quickly. But, blades are cheap, so who cares?! I would even say that holds true across most, if not all of my razors, mostly vintage Gillettes. They are both so good in my Ambassador, that I am having trouble making myself try something different.

[@RonnieYates]

Great video Matt. I think this will be a good guide. I’ve been DE shaving for 4 years. Gillette silver blues are my standard and I have a thicker course beard. They work in all but the mildest razors and are just ok in like Vintage SS. Super Iridium’s about the same. I’d say a 4 for me. I prefer Nacets and Gillette plats in milder razors as they are a bit sharper but not as smooth (4.5). I am surprised Nacets weren’t in the comparison. Astras, voshkods are 3 and 2.5 respectively for me - too mild. Permasharps 3.5. Personna reds 3. Rapira lux 3.5(my go to milder blade) and the other Rapiras below that. Thanks again and have a good one.

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[@keithosmond5730]

Interesting comparison! I have tried a lot of these and generally agree with the order you've listed. I also have most of the rest in my stack of "to try" blades. As for other ones to try - of the ones you carry, Nacet and the Dorcos. The Primes are possibly my favourites at the moment - quite sharp yet smooth, and longer lasting than most. Of ones not sold by you (yet), BiC Chrome Platiums and Gillette London Bridge both perform well for me (the latter are a bit milder, but decently sharp and very smooth).

[@FPS_Wingo]

Gillette platinums I find to be great with stubble or even a decent amount of growth. I have a more sensitive neck and used to use feathers but my neck would always be a little gnarly after

[@magnoliamike]

Oh shit! 25 blades! This is going to be interesting!

[@Tume99]

Yeah. Feather, Wilkinson sword, Personna and Derby extra are definitely in right order..

[@unclelshaves]

Like you said blades are very YMMV and quite subjective how they feel on our skin, that been said your assessment wasn't too bad and mostly agree with many ratings, however, there was a few blades highly rated that I don't get on with at all well and I would rate 1 for "feel/smoothness". One of my favorites that I didn't see is the Gillette Nacet, also I didn't see any blades made by Lord.👍🤠🤟

[@magnoliamike]

My top 5 is Silver blue PermaSharp Nacet Astra Green Personna Platinum Crome (reds) Honorable mention goes to Rapira Platinum Lux Bic Crome platinum Treet Platinum ShaverBoy STRANGELET PolSilver Gillette platinum

[@jbag102]

seems like a good rating. there is only a few blades i really don't like rockwell. some razors just love every blade. i wont mention the razor, you might think i'm sucking up.

[@chewbacca7856]

I agree. The razors that I have tried that came with blades from the razor manufacturer where not good....parker/viking/Rockwell.

[@pablo64073]

You need to try BIC and Shark blades. My top are Feather, Gillette Platinum, Astra Green, Tweet Platinum, and Voskhod Blades.

[@garatox52]

I hope in part two you try out a blade from shark. I’ve seen so many people online love them and at the same time some unfavorable opinions. Me personally I can’t get behind them it feels like it’s not doing anything. Curious what you would think of them (or anyone else seeing this comment)

[@Mvendrel]

I really like the Astra stainless (Blue). Best balance so far between sharp/close and low irritation. Sig Solo did “blind” comparison to Astra SP (Green) and Blue won. I have to agree. I’m also very fond of Gillette Nacet (St. Petersburg). Feathers are too irritating for me. I think those and Kais are just a hair wider leading to more positive blade exposure and that this rather than sharpness per se accounts for the “closeness” and irritation of Feather and Kai blades - both coming from Seki City, Japan.

[@devildante9]

I always found Feather to be a tad too sharp for me, so I tried several other blades rated 4 and 4.5, and the one that worked the best for my skin was Wilkinson Sword, I pair them with a Feather A2D2 (a super mild razor) and I almost never nick myself.

[@HeikosGarage]

Very helpful for a newby. Thanks for doing this.

[@jesserlund1339]

My razor blades are related to cost. Currently I am using Derby Platinum. I might look at the Wilkerson Sword again, I was new at the time and did not like them. The Treet Platinum looks like a new blade to also look at.