ASTRAPlatinum Double Edge Safety Razor Blades,100 Blades (20 x 5)

After testing multiple safety razor blades over the past year, Astra Platinum has stood out for its consistent balance of sharpness, smoothness, and durability. I’ve used these blades with both aggressive and mild razors (Merkur 34C and Edwin Jagger DE89), and they perform reliably in both.Performance Highlights:Smooth on first pass: Even on 2-day stubble, the first stroke feels clean without tugging.Efficient cutting: I typically get 4–5 comfortable shaves per blade, which is excellent value.Minimal irritation: I have sensitive skin, and these don’t leave razor burn or nicks when used with proper technique.Consistent quality: Every blade I've used so far has been free of defects and evenly coated.They come individually wrapped in wax paper, which helps prevent accidental cuts when loading. I store a few in a small magnetic blade tin in my bathroom drawer for easy access.I also tested these on finer areas like the neckline and jawline, where my skin tends to react — and still no bumps or post-shave redness.If you're just getting into wet shaving or want a blade that performs well across different skin types and razors, this is a reliable, affordable option that punches well above its price point. I keep restocking this exact brand for a reason.

One of the best all around DE blades available.This current production batch feels and performs the same as blades I bought over 10 years ago (which is good!).Astra SPs are a smooth, reasonably sharp blade that lasts as well as all but a few exceptional blades. They're forgiving for a beginner, yet produce very good results for more experienced shavers.New packaging reduces paper use while still protecting the blades.The only thing I would change is the excessively large blobs of wax that are used to keep the blades from sliding around in their individual paper sleeves.Definitely still one of the best value DE blades as well.Good to see that quality hasn't slipped over time!

So many blades, so little cost. I go through a box of 100 over a few years. Yeah, either I am not shaving enough or they are more durable than most. They don't irritate my skin like some other that came with the razor itself. Weird. Maybe it's the 'platinum'. Maybe they are more durable or sharper, tighter tolerance or whatever. They work great.I got them as a suggestion in a shaving forum and haven't really tried anything else except the free ones that came with the (very nice) razor.FWIW, these look like an import product. The box has a sticker with Proctor & Gamble address all in Turkish and one side is English (UK?) and the other Turkish. Also see something about South Africa for customer care. I feel so worldly.But it's the shave I care most about and it is fantastic.

I've been using Astra Platinum blades for a while now, and they remain one of the best options for the price. They're sharp yet gentle on the skin, making them ideal for both experienced users and those just starting out with classic shaving.They come in individual packs of 5 blades (20 boxes total), which is very convenient for storage or travel. They also fit perfectly with any standard double-edge razor.I usually get 3 to 5 good shaves with one blade, depending on the thickness of my beard. They don't cause irritation, and the edge holds well during use.For the amount of razors it comes with and the performance it offers, this pack is an excellent investment. 100% recommended for those looking for a close, comfortable, and affordable shave.

Last follow up:I moved out of the last place I was living at and I have notice a remarkable difference in my shaving experience... and after a few months I have decided to be fair and ad a last update to my very poor feedback. It seems that I was experiencing a great deal of allergy at the last place I was living at and it directly affected my shaving: These blades may be made out of a Nickel-steel alloy (or another allergenic steel alloy) Hence, whenever I shaved they irritated my skin in a gruesome way generating a multitude of burns and cuts... since i moved out, now my shaving experience has improved dramatically.The blades are not top of the line, but they feel way better. So, if you suffer from allergies don't buy these blades. Nevertheless, if you are cleared of allergies these blades may be the best value around, you can shave safely around 4-6 times with each blade if you have sensitive skin and you are hairy. Skin damage is minimum and a close shave can be achieved more or less.Personally, I won't buy them again simply because of the allergic reactions described before, but otherwise they are a very good buy.I placed this last update on top just in case you are not up to reading my whole experience with these blades for the past year or so using them. But if you have the time and are interested about knowing what happens when you allergies and use these blades, you can read my earlier posts below.--------------------------------------------------I am a hairy person who needs shaving daily. When I was a youngster living in Cuba in the late 80s I had to shave everyday, and I hated it... I always managed to cut my face all over... I used these very brand when it was produced in Czechoslovakia. later on I migrated and started using razors with cartridges that were better but more expensive. Now I decided to save some money and return to the origines in hope that this time the experience had been different... I was wrong: I still hate it... and manage to cut my face all over... the part I hate the most is when I manage to cut myself yet for some god-knows-what-reason there is still hair around and have to pass the razor over the damage area yet a few more times... I will try a different brand, maybe that will help...------------------------------------------This is a follow up: my face still hurts from yesterday's razor burns and I have to shave again... I guess using a blade more than once is effectively out of the question, and I am wondering how comes this product has so many good reviews... this blades are worst than the original ones I used in the 80s that were branded just "Astra"... now they improved greatly the name adding "superior premium platinum..." I guess to compensate for the huge loss in quality... I read in the web that Gillette bought that factory when Eastern Europe collapsed and moved it to Russia where it seems to be now... problem is that in the 80s in Cuba if you were lucky you could buy some Astras if not you had to buy Russian blades that the people used to say jokingly that were good only to sharpen pencils... so, I guess Russian manufacturing quality has not improved at all... by the way, I thought that first blade I used was the worst blade ever... but after using this second one I have to reckon I was mistaken. Those guys with great reviews talking about these blades are good and can be used 2 or 3 times each must have the face made of stone...-------------------------------------------This is another follow up: I tried to easy the shaving experience adding baby oil and cocoa butter to see if the blade somehow slipped on my face and didn't end up with so much skin irritation, burns, and cuts... I failed miserably. The results remain stubbornly in place. I took a picture in an attempt to show how bad this experience is, but sadly there is no option to add pictures to a review. The main problem with these "razors" is that they are just way too dull. You have to pass more than 10 times over the same spot, thus producing a great deal of skin damage in the process and this is not to get a close shave... with these razors you can confidently forget about having a close shave. After burning and cutting my face all over my face still looks dark from the facial hair and feels like sandpaper...-------------------------------------------This is another follow up for the gentlemen who left comments and advices regarding how to improve my shaving experience: I have just shaved with Feather razors... there is not even a difference, it is like if we are talking about two completely different things... so,it is definitely the blades: These Astra blades are no good... I have also realized that I could improve my shaving experience if I buy a better handle, better brush, and better cream...My advice: steer away from these razor blades and pay a little more for better ones...-------------------------------------------Follow up:I have been shaving with the same Feather blade for the past 3 weeks, and I am starting to wonder if this blade was made to last forever... these blades may costs more, but at the end of the day you will have a way better experience, they will last way longer, and you will end up saving far more money and aggravation...