Feather Artist Club ProGuard Razor Blades 15 Count

One downside is that is proprietary blades, but the blades are very very, very good

These are perfect !!! Very easy to adjust.These are perfect entry level razors before you venture out to the sharp ones. It helps also getting used to your DX Razor.

I had never before used a straight-edge razor, and I decided to go with the blades designed for the toughest job.Well, that was a mistake on my part. I ended up cutting myself several times. No fault of the blades. They are amazing. I just did not have the coordination to shave with a straight-edge razor.I ended up purchasing Feather Artist Club's safest razor (Soft Guard). They work great, and I did not cut myself -- but I still had to be very careful.It turns out that the sharpness of the blades are identical between the two model blades (in fact, all of their various model blades designed for a straight-edge blade holder have equal sharpness). The blades differ only in how much of the blade extends from the holder.If you are new (like me) to using a straight-edge razor, then I suggest that you start off with either the Soft Guard or the Super Guard blades. The Pro blades are unforgiving. If you do not have any experience with them, you will cut yourself, probably several times. As careful as you try to be, you will still cut yourself if you are new to a straight-edge and use the Pro blades.I get 15 to 20 shaves out of the Soft Guard blades, and they work great. Although I have trouble around my chin and my mustache, and usually use a disposable razor to complete those areas.

Smooth, comfortable, sharp, and shave just as close as the 'Professional' blades without the guards. As a matter of fact, I just got one of the closest shaves I've ever had on my first go with these. They glide, they're fast, they don't snag or buck or get caught on your skin if you'r not holding the razor just so, and they leave your skin without irritation. They take the stress out of shaving with an open razor. Great for getting into close tight areas, folds and details without worry! I love them! What a great shave! And don't be fooled by the guard - these are not 'beginners' blades. Beginners are going to get cut up good with these if they are not methodical. Treat yourself to a spa-like shave; try these blades - you'll love them too!

Very sharp! Even with the guard I managed to cut myself up pretty well on my first go. I've been wet shaving for years and finally decided to try a kamisori style blade. Thinking to start slow, I opted for these guarded blades. Well now that I have a few shaves under my belt, I'm getting the hang of it. The shave is so close I may not switch away from the Proguard (who am I kidding, I'll switch to the sharpest blade).

I wanted to experiment with the cut throat shaving experience but do so at modest risk. So I ordered the Feather SS and the proguard blades. There may be slightly safer blade alternatives, like the light blade, but I wanted something that would also provide a close shave.This product works as advertised. Although I have had the occasional minor weeper I have experienced no major cuts or anything that too alarming. And bear in mind: I have no experience / skill / training in using a cut throat razor. Go slow and you should be fine. And - oh yeah - it does provide a very close shave.One word of warning though: I am not sure how much shaving with one of these guard blades prepares you for shaving with an unguarded blade. I suspect that it might not be adequate preparation, if some YouTube How Tos are to be believed. I think those guards have probably saved me from some very bad cuts had I not been using the guarded blade.But that is OK. If you consider the guarded blade as the end destination instead of a stepping stone to using the 'real blade' perhaps that is the best perspective. Leave the unguarded blades to the pros and just use this one. No shame in that and you will be rewarded with a fine shave.

I recently bought these blades for my Supply SE razor. Unfortunately, they are a bit too big for the Supply razor, but since I was unable to return these (ineligible for return), I decided to use a pair of scissors to cut them and place it into my razor. These blades are incredible! I have never had a smoother shave and felt so safe with single blade shaving. I typically used to get at least a few nicks with the original supply blades as well as others (Schick). But these ones - not a single nick so far and I've shaved 4 times with them already. Perhaps its because of their super sharp edge as well as the protective head which prevents nicks. I think I will continue to only buy these in the long run even if it means having to cut the blade every time and inserting them manually into my single edge razor.

The best straight razor for professional or amateur barber to prevent cuts and nicks , therefore if your a do it yourself barber this is the razor to have