Hard to top a Feather installed into a pre-war open-comb Aristocrat.
Check amazon regularly for Astras, I got a 100 pack for like $13 when I first started. That being said they are my go to blade. Unless I haven't shaved for 4-5 days, then I'll reach for a feather. It will cut through about anything, but I will only use it two or three times before I toss it, where I'll use Astra's consistently for 5 shaves.I have a feeling I'll be buying a 100 pack of Astras. I'm still managing to nick myself even with this morning's shave so I think it'll be at least 6 or more months before I can try the Feathers anyway.
Sharp isn't always better. As someone else said, I also find the Astras smoother.
+1I don't think Feathers are a lot sharper. I find Astra SPs pretty sharp. Feathers are a little sharper though and to me maybe even a bit smoother at first but I think Astras maintain the smoothness they have a little longer. With Feathers my best shave is always the first. With Astras sometimes the second is better.
I think Feathers are sharper than Astra SP but would recommend either blade; They both work very well for me.
Don't be afraid of the Feathers. They are sharp but they just need common sense when using. No pressure and correct angle. Go for it. You will be surprised.
David
I don't find they're much sharper.
but I do find they're way less durable. Lucky to get 2 shaves out of 1 feather.
I don't find they're much sharper.
but I do find they're way less durable. Lucky to get 2 shaves out of 1 feather.
Sharp isn't always better. As someone else said, I also find the Astras smoother.