Double Edge Blades are ultra-thin polished blades. Made of stainless steel with a non-stick coating. Quality and comfort on both sides of the blade. Double Edge Blades are easy to place in your Safety Razor. Simply place them very easily between the Razor Head and the Base Plate.
These Razor Blades are, as you might expect, razor-sharp on both sides. Single Edge Blades, on the other hand, can only be used on one side, and are mainly used in a Shavette. Also known as the 'open barber razor'. Double edge Razor Blades can also be used in a Shavette. You can simply break such a double edge blade in half, giving you two single edge blades.
The stainless steel Razor Blades are treated in such a way that they are not chemically affected and do what they are supposed to do. They are also simply classified in sharpness: scale 1 to 5, where 1 is the least sharp and 5 is razor-sharp.
What are single/double edge Razor Blades?
Single and double edge blade Razor Blades are interchangeable blades that you use in a Safety Razor or Shavette. Such a double edge blade is the sustainable and much cheaper alternative to a cartridge razor.
Single Edge Blades are the same as Double Edge Blades, only this razor blade has only one cutting edge and therefore cannot be used in a Safety Razor but exclusively for Shaving with a Shavette.
A double edge blade has two cutting edges that you can both use to achieve a very smooth shave result. Barbers use them in their Safety Razor for a reason.
Double Edge Blades come in many varieties and qualities. You can buy them packaged up to 200 pieces. For a fraction of the Price compared to, for example, Gillette Razor Blades. Double & single edge blade Razor Blades are always packaged per blade in paraffin paper so you can use them sterile.
Difference between double edge and cartridge?
There is quite a big difference between a double edge razor and a cartridge disposable razor. Shaving with Safety Razor is really a lot more comfortable. We even dare to call it 'wellness'. Initially, you need a bit more technique, but once you master this, you will never go back to a cartridge razor.
With a Safety Razor, irritation and ingrown hairs are much better avoided. In addition, the blade is so sharp that it ensures you cut through your hairs effortlessly. No pulling or pushing. In addition, you also need to Shaving less often because you have a much smoother and more supple result. So: money-saving, time-saving, and very comfortable.
Differences in brief:
A double edge blade is much cheaper than the cartridge Razor Blades. A good double edge razor blade costs you 0.35 cents while a cartridge razor blade from Gillette quickly costs 3.50 each (!) and is therefore 10x more expensive. Literally.
In terms of shaving comfort, a double edge blade in a heavy Safety Razor easily beats a cartridge disposable razor.
And: what about sustainability and the environment. Double Edge Blades can go to the scrap metal. Cartridge blades are made of plastic, rubber, iron, and paint. Where all that ultimately ends up does not make you happy. And the environment even less so.
How do you use a double edge Razor Blades?
Double edge Razor Blades are super simple to use. Easy to use in the Safety Razor with an open or Closed Comb. You take a double edge blade out of the paraffin paper and easily load it into the Safety Razor by placing the blade between the head and the Base Plate.
Advantages of a double edge razor blade?
With a double edge razor blade in a Safety Razor, you glide with (much) less resistance over the skin than with a disposable cartridge. Of course, we have made a clear list for you with all the advantages.
- More precise result and very comfortable shaving experience
- You need to Shaving less often because you achieve a smoother result
- Very suitable for sensitive skin
- With a double edge blade, you can get directly under the nostrils
- Less chance of irritated skin, razor burn, ingrown hairs, and acne
- A lot of variety in Double Edge Blades so you can experiment well
- You save (a lot) of money, on average about 10x cheaper than a cartridge!
- Much better for the environment
Tip: By the way, do you use a Safety Razor with Open Comb? Then you cover even more skin than with the closed version. Handy if you have heavy Beard Growth. It shaves a bit more aggressively, but with the right technique, you get an even smoother result with such a razor!
Famous Brands double edge Razor Blades
The Alpha Men has a very extensive collection of double edge Razor Blades that you can experiment with all you want. From the famous Brands like Gillette, Wilkinson, Derby & Muhle to the more exotic variants like Kai, Feather or Perma-Sharp.
A large selection of high-quality and sharp Double Edge Blades. Classic Brands from different countries with their own fan base. There are enthusiasts of Shaving who use a variety of Safety Razor with different blades. Because we mean it: Shaving with a double edge blade = WELLNESS.
Are you ready for traditional Shaving? Then get started with one of our Safety Razor Shaving Sets. You'll be all set and get to know the best shaving sessions. You deserve it!
If you still have specific questions, we would love to hear them from you. As you know us, we are happy to advise you. You know where to find us!
Shave on!
Your razor-sharp friends, The Alpha Men.