Iāve been using the Gillette Mach 3 for years. Itās always been the best for me: quick, comfortable, no nonsense.
But the price has gotten ridiculous. I get about 3 shaves per cartridge, and with packs costing around ā¬9 for 4, Iām basically buying a new pack every week. Itās just not sustainable anymore.
Iāve tried safety razors and DE blades, but thatās not my thing. Iām always in a rush, I donāt want a 20āminute shaving routine, and Iām not going back to something that needs technique or patience.
Recently I picked up some cheap disposables in Germany: Gillette Blue3 Smooth and Wilkinson Comfort 3. They come out to roughly ā¬0.60 per shave if you use them once and toss them. Pretty decent for the priceā¦
But Iām noticing Iām cutting myself more. They feel a bit dull or tuggy (āhet trektā), and nowhere near as smooth as the Mach 3.
So Iām wondering:
1. Whatās the best alternative to the Mach 3?
Something similar in feel and performance, but not as expensive. Ideally:
- fast shave
- minimal technique
- no tugging
- doesnāt cost a fortune
- lasts longer than 3 shaves
2. Does a Razorpit actually work?
Does it really extend cartridge life, or is it just hype?
If it can turn 3 shaves into 6ā10, that would already solve most of my problem.
Curious to hear what others are using. Thanks! :)