how long do these last? I currently use plastic razor blades which do a great job but fairly quickly lose the sharp edge.
68019
Sorry, I don't know, I have only been using mine for a month. They are sturdy and I suspect they will hold up a long time.
68020
I have had them for about a year and they still work very well. I really like them.
68021
These were bought for my daughter to use to take price tags off of books... So about all I can say is the last one lasted for several years until she moved & lost it..
68022
The plastic ones seem to last for hundreds of labels. They might get a few nicks on the edge but it still works.
68023
I would say that it should last several years. I have been using one of the plastic Scotty Peelers for several months and it still looks and works as though it is brand new.
68024
I'm on my first set for 3 months + now and I haven't noticed any appreciable wear. We use glue-gone to pre-soften the labels too, so that may be a factor in minimizing tool wear. Hope this helps.
68025
They don't wear out. I rarely use the blade one. And I could't live without the peeler.
1171977
The razor blades last about 1 year. I've found that the cost to replace the blades and screen is very close to the cost of a new razor, so I opt just to buy a new one.
1040660
I have been putting them in the dishwasher, I use "Finish" for preventing spots and water marks. While the handles are plastic, and not high end, the blades are sharp and work better than more expensive knives I've had in the past.
405790
to be honest with you Michael i dont bother changing the blades.they Probally would be just as expensive as the razor ,However i did find one solution that helped to a Degree.the razor comes with an extra screen so once the Razor starts to show signs of not working like it did 6 months ago, just replace the screen that comes with it Carefully and you will see a Difference in Sharpness.i buy a razor liek this every 6 months or so and im happy.
1753813
I shave everyday and usually flip the blade halfway through the week. Most of them will last a week or a little more. Every blade is different as is everyone's shaving demands. However the blades are far cheaper so theres the pay off.
1076440
Sharpeners work OK, but i prefer replacing the blades with new ones. Turning the blade over has no effect in my opinion. They last a long time.
1881866
Mine last a good while before they need sharpening. May depend on how often you are using them & what type/condition of coats you are using them on. These are #1 in my opinion �
1412145
They last a very long time. Sharpening your knife before every use takes only a moment. I have never seen a sharpening steel wear out.
2214375
Yes. One of the blades is serrated. As for how long they will stay sharp cutting through hard plastic, i dont know
50939
Not sure how long they will last but typical diamond sharpeners last for years and years. These are replaceable. My sharpener does a super job. I use it more than my $800 Tormek which is gigantic.
1188156
My husband has had his razor of over a year and I am thinking about replacing them for him. I have just read someone saying that they took their shaver somewhere and had it cleaned and that this person told him that they only needed replacing every three years.
1506953
Had mine just over three months. I use it with hot water and hand soap. The blades are definitely less efficient than they were, although still better than my last razor.Out of the posters on this thread, three indicate a life of 3-4 months... Interesting. Guess I'll try the "Tom's brushless cream".J. Thayer, how old are you and how hard is your beard?
230408
The blades themselves seem like they can last indefinitely. I was never told that they should be replaced yearly, so I've been using the same set for at least 20 years. They get dull, but they can be sharpened with some very fine grit sandpaper. What is more likely to wear out are the screens for the blades. They could break at any time after a few years. That's what happened to me. When they break, you need to buy a new set. The ones I bought here have been a good, cheap, reliable purchase.
727721
I'm not really sure. I've had mine for about 8 months and they're still sharp. But i am going out on a limb and saying yes. But not a auto sharpener. I'd use a stone
394445
Answer here...Don't get me wrong, I like the blades but they seem to dull more quickly than the Gillette blades I always used until the store I frequent quit selling them.
42339
I have been using this razor for over 3 years. It is by far the best Razor I have used, better than anu of the many electric razors I have used and equal to any single or multi-blade hand shaver. The battery type last a very long time, as the batteries can last months. The blades are very long lasting also, I usually change when I feel the shave is not as close as it should be, about 3 months.
317391
I've always used plastic ones--like Muehle or Art of Shaving. I find they're inexpensive, sturdier and easier to use for travel, and a bit more stable on the bathroom counter