Question about trying a new razor brand after 15 years

I've been using the same brand of straight razors since I started barbering in 2009. Last month a younger barber in my shop kept pushing me to try his brand, saying they stay sharper longer. I finally gave in and bought a box of 50 for about $22. After two weeks I can tell a real difference - they cut through thick hair without tugging and I'm not switching blades as often. Has anyone else had a similar experience with a brand they were skeptical about?

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palmer.henry16d ago

You said "they stay sharper longer" but my experience says cheaper blades just mean more frequent swaps.

sage_lewis1016d ago

Exactly what I found too. Tried the cheap packs from the hardware store, swapped every week. Got annoying. Then a buddy gave me one of his old nicer blades. Night and day difference. That thing lasted me like three months before I even noticed it getting dull. So yeah, you pay more up front but you save time and frustration. Plus less trips to the store. For me it's worth it.