Derby Razor Blades Review!

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@JC-fj7oo 4 года назад

As a barber, I can tell you that these blades are designed for professional use, I would bet at least 90% of them end up in shavettes. Since shavettes are essentially the most aggressive form of DE razor, a smooth blade is really what you want. And since they will mostly be used on hairlines and the back of the neck, it doesn't need to be that sharp. Derby actually sells cases of pre-cut half blades just for "profesyonel" use.

@chadshokrollahzadeh6300 3 года назад

It's one of the few blades that can turn a shavette into a daily driver.

@Mikey-ym6ok 3 года назад

Yeah cause they’re cheap. Doesn’t mean it’s good quality.

@JC-fj7oo 3 года назад

@@Mikey-ym6ok No. I already explained why. Thank you.

@markwarnberg9504 Год назад

@@Mikey-ym6ok Try "inexpensive". Many Wet Savers are very happy with these blades.

@KennyAIngram 9 лет назад

Thanks for all of the videos lately, Nick! They're much appreciated! :)

@1morepassWill 9 лет назад

Derby's were the first blades I ever used since they came with my DE89 and I wasn't all that impressed by them but when I used them in my 37c or my R41 they became totally different blades. I would get far better shaves from my more aggressive razors with blades like Derby's. This will be an interesting series, looking forward to it.

@laurenreneasmith1526 7 лет назад

That is his shave shirt

@starkiller1341 9 лет назад

Keep making videos they are enjoyable to watch and are informative.

@BillyJWhite 9 лет назад

Just picked up some Derby blades after watching your review and am pretty pleased with them. I also use Personna Lab Blue and Feather based on the type of shave I'm looking for. Thanks for the great videos!

@JETZcorp 7 лет назад

I've been working my way through a sampler pack, and was avoiding the Derbys. My favorites had been Astra and Feather, which are both pretty sharp. I was amazed when the Derby laid down a killer first pass like a feather, and then backed it up with an against-the-grain pass with no irritation and easily got my hard spots where all other blades cut me or force me ro leave it undone. Wow! Second shave same story, killer. Third shave, it was like shaving with a steak knife, with blood everywhere and little chunks of my face floating in the sink. I feel betrayed! I'm going to try another Derby and see if it goes chainsaw massacre on me again.

@mattbod 7 лет назад

Great series mate. I am new to safety razors so your series is going to prove very useful.

@markdavid3076 3 года назад

These blades are great. Since 2017 they are made to be sharper and smoother. I just completed my 4th shave with a Derby and it's still going great. I reckon I can get 6 shaves out of a blade. My beard is course and only sharper blades like Astra SP, Personna Lab Blue, Russian Gillette 7 O'clock Super Stainless and Gillette Wilkinson Sword work well for me. But the newer Derby Extra blades are just awesome. The second and third shaves were even better than the first, which was great to begin with. For those who disliked them due to it's dullness, give it another try.

@justme8246 3 года назад

This morning I ran this blade in my Merkur 37C Slant Bar. The combination of mild smooth blade in a very efficient razor was perfect for my skin (sensitive) and beard (thick) type. Thanks for the review.

@mike195574 9 лет назад

This is review is great and the series has me wanting to see the next blade on the chopping block. Keep up the great work Nick

@georgepierre3594 7 лет назад

They updated these of as Janury 2017. They are sharper and thinner now and a bit smoother. They work best in a Lord L6 for me.

@ThaRedPitbull 3 года назад

Wow, really? The last time I used them they sucked so bad that I gave them away.

@Grimexperience62 7 лет назад

I really enjoy these reviews. I am currently waiting on my Astra SP order. I started with Derby blades and i do like them. I'm acually wanting to try something sharper, hence the Astra SP. I have to love Derby blades because they have proven to me that i can not only live without my very expensive3 and 4 blade cartridges. I'm finding that with proper technique, i can get a better, closer shave. Its amazing at 9 dollars for a hundred blades. For some reason i assumed that the old DE style blades would chew up my face like those cheap disposable bic shavors. The DE blades are superior. Go Old School!

@stevecleary5149 6 лет назад

I greatly enjoy all of your reviews, and find them consistently accurate compared to my view of same products.

@ThaRedPitbull 3 года назад

Agreed. I bought a 100 pack of the 7 o'clock super stainless gillette based on his review and they've been amazing. I was finally able to get my head as smooth as glass. The fist stoke with the blade and I knew they were much sharper than the Astra SPs I was using.

@tsooner1 9 лет назад

Nick another great addition to the video library. I only used (past tense) the Derby blade when I was trying to dial in the Dracula Razor (a/k/a Muhle R41) where the smoothness helped the learning curve . . . since gone to the Astra Platinum for that razor. As a commenter below notes the PolSilver is a great blade . . . my personal preference of late.

@hebersmac 9 лет назад

This is one of the reasons I watch your videos. You just judge everything the way it works for you. Thank you for your point of view. I'll skip on the Derby blades after seeing your shave and hearing your opinions. Thanks Nick.

@nickshaves 9 лет назад

H Cotton Thanks for the feedback! I try to stay true to my experiences - which will not be the same for everyone

@JaredWilliams0109 9 лет назад

Would love to hear a review of the Lord's Platinum blades.

@gunner9010 8 лет назад

I've used Derby blades for maybe 10 years just because they were the cheapest I could find. Around $7 for 100 off of Ebay or Amazon. After watching 100 some shaving videos I'm definitely going to try some samplers and give away my remaining Derby's for Xmas presents. It's probably a good starter blade. I'm definitely going to try Persona Blue's,( because they're USA made) , Feather, Astra green's, and Wilkinson Sword blades. Thanks again for a great video.

@mikerose51 5 лет назад

I get a 3 pass BBS with Derby and any blade I use

@tallman145 9 лет назад

I still have a lot left from my 100 ct box of Derby blades that I got last year. well worth the 9 bucks I paid for them. they work for me but I have nothing else to compare to cause I just started shaving this way last year thanks to nick shaves

@cjay6325 8 лет назад

I just ordered a 34c and can't wait to use it. but what are your favorite all time DE blades?

@robertleslie2467 2 года назад

I just shaved with the Derby, Barbasol, and Merkur 34 C and can tell you it was an excellent shave. Followed it up with some Witch Hazel and Pinaud Clubman. I'm ready for date night now. Too bad I don't have a date. My beard is average I would say and doesn't require a super sharp blade to cut down and chop wood. I can see shaving with this combo every day.

@tyh2989 7 лет назад

I've been using Derby Extra blades lately and get a DFS , yet not BBS shave. No irritation, nicks nor cuts. Using Arko stick with Maggard V1 head .

@davidlloyd7109 3 года назад

Thanks Nick brilliant and informative!! I’m new to DE shaving and have better results less irritation with Derby extras and used a merkur progress razor on settings 3 2 1 for a three pass shave . I’ve only started about two weeks ago Great vids stay safe Dave lloyd

@showershaver3331 9 лет назад

I good blade in my Merkur 34c. I wonder how it'll preform in my 37c which I ordered just today being that the 37c is more aggressive. Good work Nick

@NaturallyAspirated250 9 лет назад

I love the Derby's, good for 4 to 5 shaves and cost buttons. On a different note you are saying that there are blades coming from England, unfortunately there isn't a current production of DE blades on the British isles, last production run of Wilkinson Sword was around 15 years ago.

@samuelsadventures9905 9 лет назад

Cool review. Are blades bought from stores good, or are ones bought online a better choice?

@divinesolstice3744 9 лет назад

new wet shaver and i got a very nice shave from Wilkinson's sword. I'm looking forward to a review of those.

@28201944bt 7 лет назад

im using derby.. and honestly they suck so bad... I know nothing about blades, but I am seriously noticing bad results.. like with irritation on clients that have thick hair and it pulls way to much, to the point where I leave small cuts. Its annoying, but because of you! I am happy you help me choose Perma Sharp Razor Blades on your other videos. So thank you! your a life savor. - Blake the Barber

@fbnmndz 8 лет назад

question: some brands of razors have a line marked across them, what do they mean?

@mayandecendent31 9 лет назад

Great video mr nick keep em coming even do you. Wasnt very specific or rated the blades from 1 to 10. But you made very well points. Perfect video sir

@Bryanndk 9 лет назад

Pretty much the same experience I had the with the Derby blades. These were my first DE blades ever, and I my skin did not get along with this blade. Currently I use a Feather blade, which is good and my skin accepts it, but it can be a bit too sharp at times. Are you planning on reviewing the Gillette 7 o' clock yellow blades? Have heard very good things about this blade.

@tonymarinelli7304 9 лет назад

I use Derby blades almost exclusively for my Merkur R39 Slant and I get great results with them. Many people slam these blades, however, on a medium aggressive razor, these work great. Now, in my Merkur 38c, they don't do a great job.

@edgarazteca7448 9 лет назад

Plz help I just bought my 1st straight razor n bought some derby blade but not sure how they go I try putting them both way but still can't shave with it

@gravy229 6 лет назад

Several yrs back, one of the first great blades I got in a sampler pack was the Derbys. But when I ordered a 35 pack, from the same source, they were horrible. Since then I've ordered a few more packs and find the performance inbetween the first two impressions. I'm not sure if this is from manufacturing variances or counterfeiting or whatever. I just can't explain how packs of a blade can work so good, then so bad, then not as bad. I've not had this problem w/ other blades.

@jcarrickzilla 9 лет назад

Very good review - I like Derby's they are comfortable - but the Personna's are that & sharper @ 10.6 cent a piece. My favorites are Crystal and Pol Silvers - Will be looking forward to your next one!

@markwarnberg9504 Год назад

Up-date on the Derby Extra Razor Blades sold in the Blue Package here in the EU. Testing the blade in my Bluebeard Shimitar and Wilkinson Butterfly Razors I found the Derby Blade to be very comfortable, in the Bluebeard it was so smooooooth I thought I forgot to load the blade. On the Wilkinson....very nice though not quite as clean as the Bluebeard on the first stroke. I recommend testing these Derby Blades, they might be the shave for you.

@tuffwith2effs899 2 года назад

I have some of these and some shark super chromes in the mail cause the Astra's I bought with my Merkur adjustable razore were just too sharp for me as a beginer. Reading comments I won't be too worried about using a more aggressive setting on my razor if I'm not getting any irritation and I find it's not a close enough shave.

@albertcastro409 4 года назад

Good review !

@gopherwoods9436 8 лет назад

I appreciate the honest review. I had a light razor and used feathers....worked winderful. I moved to a more aggressive razor and the feathers were too much for my hypersensitive skin. I moved to the Derby Extra blades in the aggressive razor and keep feathers in my lightweight razor. Perfect combo. I do have to make an additional pass but it is worth the time to not have a fire pit on my face for 4 days.

@jeremysullivan888 8 лет назад

I recommend You try the Apache by Persona Nick! Very sharp...

@BedroomGuitarist831 4 года назад

I was scared of putting too much pressure on these, and them tearing my skin. Maybe the 2nd shave shouldn't be so bad?

@patdurbin1961 7 лет назад

I keep some Derby blades handy. Being a truck driver my shaves are in different locations and water quality affects lather quality. I will get a bad shave even with the best soaps. The next shave I'll use a mild razor (Gillette Blue Tip or Schick Krona) with the Derby so as not to aggravate my skin any further.

@CRAM1REZ51 9 лет назад

I love this discussion! The first blades I used were the Gillette Blues, and thought, this isn't bad (I used to just tear my face up with cartridges), then I got Green Astras, and was like Wow! And then I must have had a real good run of Sharks, and for me, no issues and the best shave I get. I got a sample of the Russin blades off of Ebay - Voskhod etc.. Polsilvers blew me away too... So cool on this topic.

@nickshaves 9 лет назад

CRAM1REZ51 Great! I have many many blades to try out still. There are so many out there from all around the world

@runthenumbers9698 Год назад

I shave 1 pass against the grain with Derby Extra in a shavette... and then I clean up with a feather in a safety razor... particularly in the problem spots I've gut under and behind my chin. Baby smooth every time. Sometimes, I can even get baby smooth in 1 pass. Other details: I shave after my daily shower I put a bit of petroleum jelly in one hand, wet the other hand, rub together, and put that down as a bottom layer lubricant. I bring 2 ice cubes into the bathroom before my shower. I use the first ice cube to tighten and cool my skin after the shower, and it also helps get the vaseline layer just like I want it. I use barbasol (cream really doesn't matter since the bottom layer is petroleum jelly anyway. It's just there to help track your shave and to make it easier to splash your shavette clean) 1 pass against the grain. Under the chin last...and for me, count on one or 2 very precise, very aggressive passes to the problem areas. After shave: rinse face alum block cocoa butter lotion Baby smooth every time.

@J-h0pe45 9 лет назад

My favourite sterling soap is the Glastonbury sent! Not very popular but I loved it

@KingofWisdom 9 лет назад

Great video. You said The Symmetry works well with the Derby blades, so I think that will be the next razor I pick up. I've been looking for a razor to make the less sharp blades sing and I look forward to trying Derby blades with this razor. It's funny, because there is so much negativity online about Derby blades, I'm kinda nervous about picking them up. Hoping I don't hate them like most people seem to. Ah well, even if I don't like them, it's not like I'm spending more than a few dollars. Cheers, Nick.

@bdenize1 6 лет назад

Am very new to shaving with safety razor. Those are the first blades I tried. 1st shave does not count... it was bad but because of my lack of experience. 2nd shave was excellent. 3rd shave, the blade started to "fade", and had razor bumps on the neck. 4th shave was too much. the 3 passes didn't do the job - ended with more bumps than the previous one as I had to pass over again on many area. I am trying ASTRA SP tomorrow. Not so impressed with Derby though. But I have no point of comparison for now.

@juanmosey 8 лет назад

I just used a Derby 1st time with Walmart shave cream. Not quite as good as a Astra but not bad.

@timwittkopp8031 8 лет назад

I am fairly new to wet shaving. I have a terrible time shaving my neck. I look like a bloody mess. In your opinion, is it the blade, razor (micro one touch) or technique? Do you think Derby is a good option? Thanks

@peteschiavoni 9 лет назад

Great video series. I get one really good shave from them and toss. I agree that they are smooth. And a great price point.

@nickshaves 9 лет назад

Pete Schiavoni Thanks! I agree, I use one then done

@bigswangingballs23 9 лет назад

I think you're right. These are more-or-less "starter" blades for newish shavers. I think for the vast majority of shavers who do any kind of blade exploration, some combination of Astra, Polsilver, Feather, Personna, several of the Gillettes (Silver Blues, 7oclocks SP, SS, Sharp Edge, etc.) are simply going to work better. They don't punish you with bloodletting for sloppy technique--which is terrific if you are still figuring it out--but they also don't reward you for great technique either the same way, for instance, a Feather or Silver Blue does.

@sebasrojas00 7 лет назад

This guy's an expert!

@markwarnberg9504 Год назад

I read that the DERBY EXTRA GREEN that you are useing are of the older model. The DERBY company retooled in 2017 and came out with a new improved DERBY EXTRA BLUE BLADE. I may be wrong. If anyone has any information please give a SHOUT!!

@joebananas4838 8 лет назад

blades u recommend for beginners with 0 knowhow how to shave this way? why do you have to shave multiple times?

@TheKiller1945 9 лет назад

Please review Bic blades!!

@Jack-kt8bs 2 месяца назад

I agree with you on the sharpness.

@mopeer1 9 лет назад

Great review. Always get a good shave with Derby blades.

@nickshaves 9 лет назад

Mohamed Peer Thanks man!

@RhNegA- 7 лет назад

I have been using these blades for over 4 years and it feels great.. far better then Gillette or Schick. No skin irritation... nothing. I do not use soap I use a Gel ( non alcoholic) and it feels great. One blade lasts for at leat 4 weeks (shaving 4x a week). Greetings, Rik

@jeremysullivan888 8 лет назад

I like The Derby Blades as my Fave budget Blade...

@2010stoof 3 года назад

i know this is an old video, and youve grown alot in your channel. i was wondering if you planned on trying the post 2016 redesigned derby blades? When they retooled for the newer derby premium blades they also changed these blades. they made them thinner (.1mm thinner) and supposedly sharper and more comfortable. if you don't want to buy them i can send you some of the new ones, the derby premium, and even the derby USTA (master) blades taped to a sheet of paper or something so its easy to send. personally i haven't thoroughly tried them but thought you may like to since you haven't done may new blade trys on your channel. I've been following since the beginning of your channel and congratulations on the baby and the fellowship!!!

@adamray731 8 лет назад

Idk what it was but I went through a pack of these blades and they were terrible. I had to put pressure on the razor to get it to cut and I ended up with razor bumps and a few nicks. I'll stick to sharper blades like Astra sp,perma sharp, or Gillette 7 o'clock ss.

@n00baTr00pa 7 лет назад

Same, dull for me and I had to put pressure and got cuts everywhere.

@concert610 7 лет назад

I have the same problem with them. I have even been adjusting the aggressiveness of the razor and it still feels really dull. I just tried Astra before the Derby and had much better sharpness.

@RavikantRai21490 6 лет назад

Same here. Bought it off Amazon Canada and it just sucks ass. I am not sure what to get now. I guess I will stick to Astra or Gillette.

@inarastamp37 5 лет назад

I have exactly the same problem! (Leg hair not facial) I felt like I have to put so much pressure and it almost feels like its catching however my boyfriend says he has no issue with using them for his beard.

@nawafalrashidi4774 4 года назад

Thanks much

@lenniebruce 7 лет назад

Hi, thanks for the vid. I'm new to safety razors. These are the blades I have. How many shaves do they last, 1 or 2? Thanks!

@santaclaus179 3 года назад

derby max 2 shaves, voskhod , astra and wilkinson sword up to 4, personna red for me only one, lord 2 to 3, all the dorcos only 1 shave , greetings robert ( but this is my experience , everything does depend much which rasor you are using , if your beard is very hard , etc etc ) maybe the best blade feather ( but also more expensive ).

@billjohnson8928 9 лет назад

Nick - I'm in the military and shave M-F and a "veteran" wet shaver. This is the only blade I use. I get 20 shaves from each blade and I have a heavy beard. It's the only blade I use and have bought enough blades to last me for years.

@showershaver3331 9 лет назад

Really 20 shaves! I've never managed that many with anything. I'm gonna have to put that to the test brother. I was in the Marine Corps and all my blades had to put out longer than what the factory suggested because I was broke half the time. So it's not a stretch. Semper Fi

@billjohnson8928 9 лет назад

Tyler - what I did not say was that I only make one pass whereas some shavers make 2-3. Why only one pass? The second pass cuts the hair in the opposite direction giving greater possibility for in-grown hairs, it also shaves off more skin, creating razor burn/irritation. A third pass only worsens the second pass. I don't remember the last time I had an in-grown hair or razor burn, face feels great. I use the How To Grow a Mustache Symmetry razor (aggressive), so the Derby tones it down, a Feather blade would peel my skin in this razor. Derby is my only blade. To each his own. Happy Shaving...Air Power!

@666dynomax 8 лет назад

Not sure why, but when i ordered my safety razor, i went with the merkur long handle... already i'm seeming to think the 34c might have been a better choice. I think I went with the long handle just because i'm used to the cartridges, and figured the long handle somehow would have been better. Never using them again anyway!! I do need to order a second safety razor to take to my camp... prob gonna be the 34c

@666dynomax 8 лет назад

+Bu Jammy long handle was the 3 piece merkur 23c. apparently the head is same design as the 2pc 34/33C so i've read. Don't quote that. I prefer the short handle to long but only because the extra length does nothing extra.... that being said it doesn't hurt either. I do prefer Astra to Derby's or Merkur blades.

@botch13 7 лет назад

I was lucky enough to pick up an Evahs razor while they were around. Derby is not a good blade for it. Like you alluded to, it takes noticeable effort to move across the face. The razor shipped with Astra blades, and frankly they give a wonderful shave.

@QSNalle 9 лет назад

Hi Nick! Give the Russian Voskhod blades a try.... really good blades for a milder razor. Great series BTW. Björn

@chriskelly509 9 лет назад

Nalle Nyman I have some in my sample pack! Ill try them next.

@chriskelly509 9 лет назад

They are very nice!

@petermcgee2770 7 лет назад

hi nick Derby blades give me a bbs on my cheeks but get cuts and Nick's on chin and neck area they are not for me unfortunately because they are a good price

@Grotto666 7 лет назад

Have you tried derby blue? if yes is there a difference? Thanks!

@andydearborn357 7 лет назад

Derby Blue pack is 10 blades. Green packs have 5 blades. It's all the same blade in both packs.

@LTT.Official 8 лет назад

Bought these with an edwin jagger de89, I don't have heavy hair on my face I hope it works out well. I hear people knocking them a lot.

@LTT.Official 8 лет назад

***** I did buy a bunch of sample blades yesterday, so I hope I can find a good one. With the derby once I go across the grain I get some neck irritation.

@CobraKaiNoMercy 8 лет назад

I bought a DE 89 too, and they are also came with a Derby Extra 5 Pack. However I do also have an abundance of Shark Super Chrome blades.

@ryanraboin6767 9 лет назад

Are you going to be trying Astra's?

@nickshaves 9 лет назад

Yep! They are in the line up

@ryanraboin6767 9 лет назад

Nice. I love my Astra platinum's!

@666dynomax 8 лет назад

+Ryan Raboin much better than derby in my opinion. also last an extra shave over the derby (for me)

@alandean2 8 лет назад

What I noticed about those Derby blades is the resistance or drag. If you're getting on in years and have, and don't let us be shy about this, wrinkles and sagging it makes you very susceptible to cuts. I bought a large pack of these Derby blades and have thrown them away except for the plastic holders which I use to store my used Astra blades

@666dynomax 8 лет назад

+Alan Dean I'm not old, but they drag a lot. Astra SP's treat me much better. The Derby's are at least as good (by good i mean bad) as the Fusion Cartridges I used to kill my face with. I keep trying to use them, but I think for the 15 or 20 bucks its really doing me more harm than good, and kind of irritating my face. Is there anything better than Astra SP's?? They were the first blade I tried other than the Merkur that came with my razor (which also was not a good blade)

@alandean2 8 лет назад

+666dynomax Like you I found the Astra blades to be an improvement but I have found better. For me BiC and Gillette 7 o'clock (green pack) give good results. I do use the Astra blades when I am travelling but use only once. I think the razor is also important. I get best results with the iKon 102 slant which is weighty but handles well with, for me, just the right amount of blade exposure. A bit pricey at £70 but people spend much more on electric razors.

@harleycooper2463 8 лет назад

To me and i new to wetshaving but..i think that the 7 o'clocks are kinda crap tbh ive had many that werent even sharp or just blunt and dragged on my face :(...however you should try these babies...TreeT...made in pakistan..they are sharper than the 7'oclocks i use them in a shavette i have a heavy grain for my age so they are awesome... yet to try anything else i also have sharks and derbys..but i must use my pack of TreeT first..i will probably buy some personas and maybe somethig else still searching around..if anybody wants to give me someIdeas on DE's please do and ill try ty

@nevermore311 9 лет назад

Have you ever used Voskhod? They're supplanted Personna Lab Blues as my favorite blade. I got a bit of confirmation (not that I needed it) that blades are very subjective, because my roommate and I both like the Personnas, but he freakin' hates the Voskhods.

@gikaradi8793 3 года назад

good blades not top though !Nick gave the direction here !! .need some extra work on the face to cut efficiently ,a liitle bit scratchy imho,get much better with second and third shave .stable at 4th and 5th and then downfall .Anybody tried the deby premiums?? cant help but love those vid series from Nick! PS its been a while Nick....since your last vid

@kurtchack 3 года назад

Derby is a well known and highly popular razor in the world. It is produced by Azmüsebat, which bought the Derby brand in 96. It is sold as 5 blades in a plastic box. Platinum, ceramic and polymer coated. I don't know why Azmüsebat writes alloy elements such as chromium and tungsten, which are the standard additives of stainless steels, on the packaging as if it were a special coating, it could be so that it would look like. But it is a not so special razor. Although the production quality is good, it has technical defects. Although its sharpness is average, its comfort is very bad due to being a rough razor blade. It is one of the roughest and most uncomfortable razors with German merkur. The contents of the red package containing 10 razors produced for the American market are the same.

@donfraysier5079 9 лет назад

I love Derby blades, but hate that they only seem to be available online. Also, would you consider doing a review of Shave Secret shaving oil? It is being advertised on AM radio, and is available at Walmart. I got some, and I enjoy using it.

@leiturass.a Год назад

Hello There! 😀. I prefere the Derby Premium. They're more sharp and not so smooth.

@lancelawrence72 9 лет назад

I like Derbys but they do dull very quickly. The best part is I can get them locally. My favorites so far are Gillette silver blues and persona reds.

@AKSBSU 5 лет назад

I thought both Derby and similar Shark were going to be my DE blade of choice smoothly gliding along the sides of my face until I got to the goatee area. It just wasn't sharp enough to work for me.

@w00143881 9 лет назад

Busta's Soap Wars meet Nick's Razor Wars!

@harleycooper2463 8 лет назад

well..i guess the 1 pack of 7 oclocks may of just been a bad batch ill try another pack at some stage just to see if it was lol

@TheBlackHeart1903 7 лет назад

Funny that most people are moaning like they are experts, its diiferent for everyone. Turks are known for their thick beard. And the derby blades are the primary blades in Turkey and no body have problem with the blades. Its about getting shaved this is not a game.

@Realadaikuri 5 лет назад

@ihatespam1977 not at all, because the blades on the gillette fusion are not DE blades, therefore your point is invalid. A similar comparison would be a US made blade that was heavily used by americans.

@thed6941 4 года назад

I use them too and its a good, sharp blade. Really good !

@craigsimpson1903 6 лет назад

Started DE shaving with these awful things. No good on my wire wool beard, draggy, dull & irritating. Quickly learned I need a sharp blade to cut the undergrowth. My favourite is Polsilver SI, really works well for me, followed by Perma Sharp, Feathers, Nacet, GSB & Astra SP. Thats my top 6, all of them give me a close comfortable irritation free shave.

@wtre428476 8 лет назад

The best one shave blade on the market in any razor...mild...their cheap for a reason...less processing

@LamboLover-ew7hd 9 лет назад

I've used some generic blades before that were just crap. I've got a really coarse beard and the derby blades have worked just fine for me. I'm interested in feather blades but just don't wanna pay that much for blades

@nickshaves 9 лет назад

Derrick Sell They are worth trying out! Feathers can be really amazing shavers - they have given me my closest shaves

@albertcastro409 4 года назад

Good review. You answer my question. I order me 200 for good price

@protoman2260 3 года назад

This is the first time I think I’ve watched this review but I swear I’ve seen it before . I just noticed his phone interruption lol

@koskey06 7 лет назад

Try a Murkur XR4ti lol

@Forbidaxe 6 лет назад

Quality control on these blades is terrible, I got a 10 pack but it was 9 1/2 with a slither of metal sticking up I didn't see whilst trying to slide it out.

@wellman8998 9 лет назад

Cool vids man, I shave the same way you do now, much better

@Production1992nr2 8 лет назад

6:00 bzsss bzssss xD haha

@scottmacpherson5174 Год назад

Every time I used them they cut my face so am going to stop using them never get from Asta green parrsona or feather or Gillette blades .

@Yperparaperan 4 года назад

Did not work with my skin

@nicetna2010 9 лет назад

Derby is meh, but there are worse. Bic and Merkur blades (the Merkur razors are great) were awful, regardless which razor I tried them in. The Gillette 7 O'Clock Yellow was also rude to me. The Shark blades were ?, sometimes I had a very smooth shave, others I would get tons of irritation. Looking forward to your Shark blade review.

@jptherrien 9 лет назад

They can put as many coatings as they want, but it's like putting lipstick on a pig, it remains a dull and tuggy blade. At this price point for this segment (less sharp, more smooth), there are much better blades - e.g. the Voskhod with a single teflon coating.

@Jps-gm2mi 3 года назад

If you want sharpness you will have to compromise with smoothness and if you want smoothness you will have to compromise with sharpness with double edge

@miladne1092 6 лет назад

Derby blade is causing a rash/ irritation, and I think it is contaminated with something, I tested it several times

@bleronmjeku5762 3 года назад

Derby extra is a duller blade, sounds like you have a coarse beard so you need something sharper, try feather

@James-rf2ln 4 месяца назад

I feel like everyone uses the word “sharp” when really they mean “close”. For example feather feels like scraping a knife down your face but everyone calls it the “sharpest” but really it just feels the closest and unnecessarily close. All these blades are “sharp” or they wouldn’t cut hair!