I recently got into DE shaving and bought one of those sampler packs to test blades. I agree there could be QC issues with only trying one box of each blade, but I've found the feathers to be way better than astra SP. They slice right through course stubble like butter! Will look into wilkinson.
Using feather for quite some time. True, it's a bit more expensive but every blade thus far is good. They produce many different blades as well allowing the barber to match the blade with the work. I'm very happy with them. Great video.
I am glad I finally found somebody on UA-cam who is addressing this issue regarding DE razor blades (especially from a professional perspective). There are many personal reviews on UA-cam on DE razor blades and most of them are or outdated or they only talk about sharpness and smoothness, but they rarely mention anything about quality control and quality consistency. I have been shaving my head with DE razors for a while now. I have tried around 10 different popular DE razor brands like Feather, Voskhod, Astra, Pol Silver, etc in combination with my Mühle Rocca R96 Black and my Feather AS-D2S and most of these razor blades are just fine in terms of sharpness and smoothness. Don't get me wrong, needless to say there are differences between the different brands, but they all get the job done just fine. If you are lucky at least... Quality control/consistency of all the brand I have tested thus far are just not on par. Voskhod being the worst and Feather being "ok-ish", but still not acceptable considering the high price. Nothing is more frustrating than having to change 2 or 3 blades (Voskhod) during a shave, especially when you are in a hurry. Thank you for your recommendation sir, I will give the Wilkinson DE razors a try.
Your mileage may vary - regular dorco blade may be fine for others as not everyone needs or wants the sharpest blade. A less sharp blade can sometimes be more comfortable to shave with and that works fine for some skin types.
Bro o can thank you anoght for this video wowow I've been looking for a good blades tried lots of them after this video I ordered the Wilkinson ones!! And wow just wow the best I ever had , super super good.
Whatsup big dawg?! Quick question. So ive been rockin the 50 cals for awhile now and was just curious if you ever still use your 357's? I want a new pair of calibers but dont know if I should get some 357's for debulking or another pair of 50's?
I like the regular Dorco razor. I ordered 1,000 blades from them awhile back and I'm actually coming up on my last 2 or 3 boxes. Thanks to your video I'm gonna just get a 100 pack when I run out to make sure the quality hasn't diminished before I buy in bulk again
Gillette 7 O' Clock Yellow... I DE wet shave with some terrific high-end razors, and use many different kinds of blades. The Yellow's are a fabulous combination of sharpness and smoothness. Try 'em. About 15-20 cents per blade in 100's. My go to blade...
Astra's aren't meant to be the most sharp, they are for people with sensitive skin, they work well for the group of people that have trouble with in-grown hairs and irritation. If you're looking for a blade that will last a long period of time, I would recommend the Gilette Nacet blades. FYI there is also two types of Wilkinsen sword blades, those made in Germany and those made in India. I've only tried the ones made in India, which are much cheaper than the German ones, and they are great blades. If you're looking for a blade to fulfill a specific purpose, such as cutting multiple days of beard growth smoothly, then you should buy specific blades based on their level of sharpness, but many people prefer to trim their beards before shaving and use a more forgiving blade like an Astra, Personna Blue, Permasharp, Voshcod, etc because it generally suits their skin better. The Nacet blade seems like it would suit your particular needs best as a barber, but the Indian Wilkinsen's are a cheaper, slightly less sharp, alternative.
The Babyliss clippers remind me of a flashlight ! It makes me feel like I'm giving a haircut with a flashlight LOL but I know the new FX trimmers are supposed to be outstanding can't wait for your review
hey man you should do a quick little video of little tips to help barbers cut with confidence.. it deff feels discourging being a new barber.. any help or advice would be great.. just how to no overthink the haircut and things like that
Gave a shave with my Dorcas Platinum took one blade, both half's. But they didn't feel really sharp at all. I'm going to try to the Wilkerson swords. I was going to try the astra's until one of the commenters said they are trash to really.
I noticed that the last box of astra’s I bought were trash! I’m using minimum 2-3 blades per cut!! I’m going to check out the Wilkinson double edge sword blades tho, as always good review!
Have you ever used Shapu Blades? Very similar to Astra packaging, a little more expensive, and their shipping takes a while but the quality is pretty good I'd like to see your opinion on them
For your Shavette you can get the PermaSharp Half blades . They come in the hundo-pack. When I first started shaving with my shavette it came with 100 derby half blades and they suck ass
Always great stuff! The fact that you take the time to put out content on so many different aspects of barbering to help other barbers is awesome man! Much respect bro! I use dorco primes and they seem solid compared to most. I'll be waiting for that review on the skeletons!
What's going on man, I've been learning a lot from your videos. My question is, is it really necessary to put oil on the blades after every hair cut? I feel like that's too often, what's your opinion?
I think that you should try the Personna Platinium blades (The one manufactured in Israel) and the Perma-Sharp Super (manufactured in Russia) The countries where those blades are manufactured is really important ! That’s why I precised it
For the past 9 (almost 10 years) I have been owner/operator of a Barbershop, I just recently decided to try and stay up-to-date with the new and upcoming equipment and techniques in the barbering world, and your videos have been excellent, keep it up. Also side note, I only do 5-6 actual skin fades a week, and I currently use the Andis shaver, do you think it is still worth me investing in the Braun series 9s? Thanks in advanced for all the advice!
This is the only person I have heard claim that the qc of Astra greens have gone down. If you check wetshaving channels and forums you probably will not find anyone else making that claim. Most likely those Astras you got are perfectly fine. The wilkinson swords are good blades too and Voskhod is another blade with medium sharpness that have a ptfe coating which give them a very smooth glide.
Keep up the great info bro. I been barbering for 12 yrs now. I'll have to check those razors out again. I used them once yrs ago. But dnt remember to much
Why don't you guys do a workshop at the school for professionals licensed barbers uncolor enhancement and where to get the equipment and how to apply Etc I would love to come to a workshop like that
Thanks Eddie I take what you say to the bank. I already have the 100 pack of Astra and feather but I did find a couple dull blades more than not. I just order that one you recommended so I'll see how they work for me 😁😁
I've said this before and I'm not sure if you ever tried them or not but mdbarber.com sells a blade calls royal red, each box is 100 pre snapped individually wrapped blades and it's my personal favorite I try to keep them stocked. give it a try the box of 100 is only about $4 👌
great video mate. seems like you have your fair share of bad blades. anyways i would recommend you these blades if you can try.. - Personna lab blues- awesome awesome blades. retails for $14 so you can get it cheaper. have 100 blades open so no packaging issue and best of all they are super sharp and super smooth and durable. - Dorco Titan: surprising really good, quite like personnas - Bolzano- i think u should try them.. maybe you can use on clients whom you think feather proguard is needed.. - Honorable mentions are Gillette platinum, Polsilver and perma sharp but they are expensive blades so dont think would be really good choice.
I haven’t won any of Eddie’s giveaways, but I can only hope and pray that he eventually gives away those skeleton babyliss trimmers!!! im dropping minimum 2,000 comments on that giveaway, “IF IT HAPPENS!!!”
@@UA-camBarberAcademy I have two EZ blade straight razors and I got the easy blade razors they seem to be pretty good but like you said they're all packaged up into 5 per box I don't remember any cellophane horse I could be wrong
Have you ever tried Gillete Wilkinsons Sword saloon pack?, check them out on ebay, i use them on my clients for shaves (just to line up the back of the neck i use derby ustas) but i find those Gillete blades to be sharp and smooth and i think that in the end of the day with your razor blades being it for your home use or for your clients what you want is a blade that's sharp, comfortable, has a good quality control (with those Gillete Wilkinsons saloon pack i've only gotten 1 half blade that was a bit duller and it wasn't that bad) but above all you want them to have a good price/quality ratio you don't want to get them dirt cheap and have them all come dull and you don't want them to be very good but cost you a kidney you want a nice middle ground but i've found those blades to be very good for such a cheap blade
Since you are a professional barber you are using one blade per person , you are not going to use the same blade for the second customer. In that case any descent blade should do for you per customer.
I recently got into DE shaving and bought one of those sampler packs to test blades. I agree there could be QC issues with only trying one box of each blade, but I've found the feathers to be way better than astra SP. They slice right through course stubble like butter! Will look into wilkinson.
What double edge blades do you recommend currently until this day ?
Using feather for quite some time. True, it's a bit more expensive but every blade thus far is good. They produce many different blades as well allowing the barber to match the blade with the work. I'm very happy with them. Great video.
I am glad I finally found somebody on UA-cam who is addressing this issue regarding DE razor blades (especially from a professional perspective). There are many personal reviews on UA-cam on DE razor blades and most of them are or outdated or they only talk about sharpness and smoothness, but they rarely mention anything about quality control and quality consistency.
I have been shaving my head with DE razors for a while now. I have tried around 10 different popular DE razor brands like Feather, Voskhod, Astra, Pol Silver, etc in combination with my Mühle Rocca R96 Black and my Feather AS-D2S and most of these razor blades are just fine in terms of sharpness and smoothness. Don't get me wrong, needless to say there are differences between the different brands, but they all get the job done just fine. If you are lucky at least...
Quality control/consistency of all the brand I have tested thus far are just not on par. Voskhod being the worst and Feather being "ok-ish", but still not acceptable considering the high price. Nothing is more frustrating than having to change 2 or 3 blades (Voskhod) during a shave, especially when you are in a hurry.
Thank you for your recommendation sir, I will give the Wilkinson DE razors a try.
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Your mileage may vary - regular dorco blade may be fine for others as not everyone needs or wants the sharpest blade. A less sharp blade can sometimes be more comfortable to shave with and that works fine for some skin types.
Do you have a feather straight razor? How far is the blade exposed? I don't like too much razor blade exposed.
Bro o can thank you anoght for this video wowow I've been looking for a good blades tried lots of them after this video I ordered the Wilkinson ones!! And wow just wow the best I ever had , super super good.
Shouldn't you be using Artist Club blades in a shavette?
To me Wilkinson's blade are the sharpest blade I used🔥
Sharper than feather blades?
Never use the feather ones
I knew that you would have a pair of those in your hands. Btw, I know all about those Wilkinson, Dorco Platinums, and Feathers. Love em all
Whatsup big dawg?! Quick question. So ive been rockin the 50 cals for awhile now and was just curious if you ever still use your 357's? I want a new pair of calibers but dont know if I should get some 357's for debulking or another pair of 50's?
I like the regular Dorco razor. I ordered 1,000 blades from them awhile back and I'm actually coming up on my last 2 or 3 boxes. Thanks to your video I'm gonna just get a 100 pack when I run out to make sure the quality hasn't diminished before I buy in bulk again
I use the personna double edge blades and they are really good
Does the feather razor holder take double edge razor blades too
Excellent review, thanks.
What’s the name / model of the razor you’re holding up at 5:19, Japanese style?
That's what up useful information and that's an important topic. Knowing which are best in the industry🙏💯💈.
@@UA-camBarberAcademy 🙏💯
Astra were my number one but lately I’ve been getting bad packages so thinking of switching
I switched from Feather (which are truly horrible) to Astra and I have never been happier!
Soo whats the sharpest one ?
I use Dorco Prime Platinums
OK, woman here who wants to move from BS cartridge shaving to safety razor. Which blades would you recommend?
Love how you just tell it how it is . No crap just straight facts 💯 👌
Did bro ever claim the braun series 9?
Gillette 7 O' Clock Yellow...
I DE wet shave with some terrific high-end razors, and use many different kinds of blades.
The Yellow's are a fabulous combination of sharpness and smoothness. Try 'em.
About 15-20 cents per blade in 100's.
My go to blade...
I just ordered the dorco prime blade from Amazon and it was $2 cheaper then the regular one for some reason
I see you stepping up the editing...very creative and original. Thumbs way up and thank you for all the effort✌🏼
great video man.. but what happened about personnas? arnt they the best on the market?
Did you say you can you the Wilkinson's blade with Atrist Club holder?
Astra's aren't meant to be the most sharp, they are for people with sensitive skin, they work well for the group of people that have trouble with in-grown hairs and irritation. If you're looking for a blade that will last a long period of time, I would recommend the Gilette Nacet blades. FYI there is also two types of Wilkinsen sword blades, those made in Germany and those made in India. I've only tried the ones made in India, which are much cheaper than the German ones, and they are great blades. If you're looking for a blade to fulfill a specific purpose, such as cutting multiple days of beard growth smoothly, then you should buy specific blades based on their level of sharpness, but many people prefer to trim their beards before shaving and use a more forgiving blade like an Astra, Personna Blue, Permasharp, Voshcod, etc because it generally suits their skin better. The Nacet blade seems like it would suit your particular needs best as a barber, but the Indian Wilkinsen's are a cheaper, slightly less sharp, alternative.
The Babyliss clippers remind me of a flashlight ! It makes me feel like I'm giving a haircut with a flashlight LOL but I know the new FX trimmers are supposed to be outstanding can't wait for your review
Bic Chrome Platinum double edge blades,been using them for years...
I just started using Rapira for one month
hey man you should do a quick little video of little tips to help barbers cut with confidence.. it deff feels discourging being a new barber.. any help or advice would be great.. just how to no overthink the haircut and things like that
I switched from Astra to Feather and haven’t looked back!
I appreciate your honesty bro
Yo I have a 3D printed DE blade holder I could send you it holds 100 blades and you can slide one out at a time
can we buy these?
Yes on Etsy
I'm a 15 year old beginner barber and I've only used astra razors so I didnt know that they were that bad I didnt even know If they were good
Thanks. What blade or guard # do you use on the top of your head?
@@UA-camBarberAcademy Nice...it's the best look.
Gave a shave with my Dorcas Platinum took one blade, both half's. But they didn't feel really sharp at all. I'm going to try to the Wilkerson swords. I was going to try the astra's until one of the commenters said they are trash to really.
I noticed that the last box of astra’s I bought were trash! I’m using minimum 2-3 blades per cut!! I’m going to check out the Wilkinson double edge sword blades tho, as always good review!
Yes bro I agree about the Wilsons blade and using them for years and I love them and I also found myself using the Sharks blade also
I use AstraI been shaving for 6 months
You should try out the personna double edge blades 👌🔥
What city are you based out of? I see them Bills by your station.. Let’s go!
How about the dorco st-301 I find these to be better
Try Pesonna. Sharper than Dorco, boxes of 100 wrapped blades for about 13-14 dollars a box shipped.
Have you ever used Shapu Blades? Very similar to Astra packaging, a little more expensive, and their shipping takes a while but the quality is pretty good I'd like to see your opinion on them
Any thoughts on “EZ Blade” double edge razors?
For your Shavette you can get the PermaSharp Half blades . They come in the hundo-pack. When I first started shaving with my shavette it came with 100 derby half blades and they suck ass
Always great stuff! The fact that you take the time to put out content on so many different aspects of barbering to help other barbers is awesome man! Much respect bro! I use dorco primes and they seem solid compared to most. I'll be waiting for that review on the skeletons!
What's going on man, I've been learning a lot from your videos. My question is, is it really necessary to put oil on the blades after every hair cut? I feel like that's too often, what's your opinion?
Blade runners! Breath of fresh air!!! I love da babyliss clippers!!! Lol
Bro what about the 50 caliber clipper
The red dorco are still good in my opinion and very affordable
I think that you should try the Personna Platinium blades (The one manufactured in Israel) and the Perma-Sharp Super (manufactured in Russia)
The countries where those blades are manufactured is really important ! That’s why I precised it
Best cordless clippers; do yaw have a video on that ?
Can’t wait! 💯
These videos are super helpful. Thanks!
For the past 9 (almost 10 years) I have been owner/operator of a Barbershop, I just recently decided to try and stay up-to-date with the new and upcoming equipment and techniques in the barbering world, and your videos have been excellent, keep it up. Also side note, I only do 5-6 actual skin fades a week, and I currently use the Andis shaver, do you think it is still worth me investing in the Braun series 9s? Thanks in advanced for all the advice!
@@UA-camBarberAcademy alright, awesome, thanks so much for the reply, I may just have to purchase one for myself
Very informative video on blades 💈✂️👊🏻
Just bought them! Thank you for the review!
Gillette Silver Blue. Is my go to DE blade! 💈
I'll take em if he doesn't want em.... Very informative and insightful vid as usual.. Continue the good work sir
This is just the video I needed.
To bad I just bought 100 double edged Astra blades. SMH..
This is the only person I have heard claim that the qc of Astra greens have gone down. If you check wetshaving channels and forums you probably will not find anyone else making that claim. Most likely those Astras you got are perfectly fine. The wilkinson swords are good blades too and Voskhod is another blade with medium sharpness that have a ptfe coating which give them a very smooth glide.
Feather pro gaurd with the feather straight razor
Keep up the great info bro. I been barbering for 12 yrs now. I'll have to check those razors out again. I used them once yrs ago. But dnt remember to much
Why don't you guys do a workshop at the school for professionals licensed barbers uncolor enhancement and where to get the equipment and how to apply Etc I would love to come to a workshop like that
Update Video???
I’ve been using Voskhod blades for years, my personal favorite.... as well as the Feather injector blades once in awhile
Thanks Eddie I take what you say to the bank. I already have the 100 pack of Astra and feather but I did find a couple dull blades more than not. I just order that one you recommended so I'll see how they work for me 😁😁
Great vid! Barber love to you brother.
Dunno I just buy Parker and feather de razor blades and never have a issue
Nothing can compared to slant razors
I might check out those ez blade
I would love to have series 9
Shark blades 🔥
I've said this before and I'm not sure if you ever tried them or not but mdbarber.com sells a blade calls royal red, each box is 100 pre snapped individually wrapped blades and it's my personal favorite I try to keep them stocked. give it a try the box of 100 is only about $4 👌
I want those Braun series 9
What do I have to do to get the Braun series 9 shaver?
Great video. Keep it up. Heard then Babyliss trimmers are 🔥🔥. Waiting for your review.
great video mate. seems like you have your fair share of bad blades.
anyways i would recommend you these blades if you can try..
- Personna lab blues- awesome awesome blades. retails for $14 so you can get it cheaper. have 100 blades open so no packaging issue and best of all they are super sharp and super smooth and durable.
- Dorco Titan: surprising really good, quite like personnas
- Bolzano- i think u should try them.. maybe you can use on clients whom you think feather proguard is needed..
- Honorable mentions are Gillette platinum, Polsilver and perma sharp but they are expensive blades so dont think would be really good choice.
I haven’t won any of Eddie’s giveaways, but I can only hope and pray that he eventually gives away those skeleton babyliss trimmers!!! im dropping minimum 2,000 comments on that giveaway, “IF IT HAPPENS!!!”
How about EZ Blade
@@UA-camBarberAcademy I have two EZ blade straight razors and I got the easy blade razors they seem to be pretty good but like you said they're all packaged up into 5 per box I don't remember any cellophane horse I could be wrong
Can u make a very detailed toutorial on how to taper??? The videos u guys make are good but don’t really help beginners...
And I need those Braun Series 9 in my Arsenal lol 🙏🙏🙏
Whats up Boss? Thanks for the video.
Have you ever tried Gillete Wilkinsons Sword saloon pack?, check them out on ebay, i use them on my clients for shaves (just to line up the back of the neck i use derby ustas) but i find those Gillete blades to be sharp and smooth and i think that in the end of the day with your razor blades being it for your home use or for your clients what you want is a blade that's sharp, comfortable, has a good quality control (with those Gillete Wilkinsons saloon pack i've only gotten 1 half blade that was a bit duller and it wasn't that bad) but above all you want them to have a good price/quality ratio you don't want to get them dirt cheap and have them all come dull and you don't want them to be very good but cost you a kidney you want a nice middle ground but i've found those blades to be very good for such a cheap blade
Prime time are 🔥
Wow, you just said the worst blade I used in my life is the best. I just don't get it.
I think astras i pretty good just get the real ones I sale barber supplies and blade are easy to fake. Most Amazon products are fake
🔥🔥🔥
Congratulations we found 2 aliens who disliked your video.👍
So y’all gonna act like he doesn’t have a picture of Joe Exotic framed up 😂🤣
You talk trash about the Andis profoil shavers as well..you're trippin dude those shavers are badass.
Since you are a professional barber you are using one blade per person , you are not going to use the same blade for the second customer. In that case any descent blade should do for you per customer.
Funny how now that more people are using these the lower the quality is going.
Dope!
😂 o the disrespect for the con airs
Don’t forget the Crystals! A.K.A. The Israelis
What he didn't claim them omg
Other dope video
Excellent video, except for the distraction from the movement of the person in the background.
Second🙏💯😂. I just see people do it😂😂😂.
Astra = Gillette, I will pass.