I never recommend poor quality products, or create false reviews to make sales. Personna Lab Blue are great double edge safety razor blades that are not too sharp but offer a close, yet comfortable shave. These have been my favorite so far. I believe there are also some Southeast Asian made look alike blades that aren't very good. There are still blades in inventory. It is always my amazement when some say it is almost next to Feather, when it clearly is not so. In this series of shaves I put Platinum coated blades up against their Stainless Steel siblings.Razors: KING C GILLETTE.Soap: TABAC.Brush: Semoque 830 Hereditas (2020)After Shave Balm: Tabac.Creme: Nivea - Men.Bowl: SIG SOLO BOWL- WHITE. It is my intention to explain products so you can make an informed decisions on which ones suit your needs best. Kinda. It's mutually beneficial for both companies, there is still a business relationship there. Not sure if my guess is going to be correct or not but my suspicion is the Super will not be as sharp as the Red. Something Between A Personna & Feather Hi-Stainless. I'm not sure who the seller was on that purchase but I received mine from DetailsForMen this past week and the box is different than the picture. The blades all come from Germany now, I think that is the main point. Will the real (new) Israeli Red please stand up, Personna Lab Blue blades in a 5 blade dispenser. Previously I have used the "red" Persona blades and was quite pleased with them. They are all good blades. The plastic tucks with 10 blades had the design label changed so it was easy to tell which were produced in Israel . Safety razor with new blade will give a closer shave for less than .50 cents a blade. ), Lab blues over all Israeli blades for me. Red pack Personna is a mild blade. Check out our review to learn more. The Personna Industrial Factory in Verona, Virginia and the factory in Mexico was sold to a group of private investors under the name Accutec and retained the Personna, GEM and other trademarks for products made there. I think most people find the Red's to be more aggressive than the blues, but as always YMMV and it depends what razor you're using them in. They are made in Solingen Germany and feel exactly as smooth and delightful as some 10 year old red Israelis I had from before but with different packaging. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The Personna Red is one of my top 3 blades but as with all blades, YMMV. These are in a whole different category. Accutec uses the Personna, GEM, American Line, and even the PAL trademark themselves. Location. As it's name implies, the blade itself is manufactured in Israel and the packaging is indeed red. Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them. There is some debate as to where the red wrapped versions are actually manufactured. But when you say the source of the blades changed, the source is the manufacturing facility. I know they cost less these days. by Thalay Sagar Mon Sep 05, 2011 6:30 pm, Post Just because they work for me doesnt mean theyll work for you. It may not display this or other websites correctly. You also have a PM. They also have marketed SE blades under the GEM, PAL, GEM Bluestar, and Treet brands. Both are nice blades IMO but the Red's seem a little sharper and are very smooth and forgiving. BTW, there are two Personnas now. A 100-pack of Astra blades is only $9.50 while a 100-pack of Persona blades is slightly more expensive at $10.95. What seems to differentiate these from their blue colored cousins is the crome . The Israeli plant also made blades in Blue packaging for the UK market. London. by bernards66 Mon Sep 05, 2011 7:48 pm, Post Feather blades are the best in the business when it comes to double edge safety razor blades. Made in Germany, Personna blades are platinum chrome coated and provide a very smooth shave. http://www.ebay.com/itm/100-PERSONNA-do 53e822b29d, http://www.ebay.com/itm/50-Red-Pack-Isr 1e6496cb44, http://www.ebay.com/itm/10-DOUBLE-EDGE- 415d091cb2, http://www.ebay.com/itm/100-ISRAELI-PER 5ae2531ec9. They are Q-Ball, Crystal, Royal, Viking's Sword, Tomy, and Personna (red). Well Red's are Israeli made and Blue are US made. I have tried both and find the Israeli Reds to be better. I have seen only tucks of 10 with the new ones. These are made in the ASR facility in Nazareth, Isreal. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average. Different brands from the same factory may have different specs or they might all be exactly the same with different wrappers. This is the legendary Red Pack Personna Blades! These were the best ones for me. LifesShort Well-Known Member Right now on eBay, there are several different brands of blades that are listed as Israeli Personnas. Would anyone know how the Personna blue blades are in comparison (more aggressive, mild, etc.)? i have the ones that you show in the fourth example and got them from the same guy. Please use a different way to share. This is interesting. I'll be watching this. The red-packaged blades made in Israel are the best in my opinion. In this series of shaves I put Platinum coated blades up against their Stainless Steel siblings. They're both nice, but I like the Reds better. Very sharp, yet smooth for me. You are using an out of date browser. Hello everyone, just had a quick question about the Personna blades. Add to Cart . Amazon has encountered an error. Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2014. I picked them out of an assortment pack I got from razor emporium to try in my Edwin Jagger DE89. The secret isn't more blades and more canned goo but a single wicked edge. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. No one is really being fooled or mislead with the description Israeli reds made in Germany. I got lucky with this one. Personna, like Gillette and other brands, offers several different blades made in different countries. I've only ever tried personna labs. Michael, I too much prefer the ones in the white and blue wrappers and are what I am referring to if I post simply 'IP blade'. I have only been safety razor shaving for about 7 months now and I have learned at least two things. , MulWark Razor Blades | Straight Single Blade Razor | Industrial Single Edge Razor Blades. It looks like WhatsApp is not installed on your phone. What double-edge razor blade am I missing? CLICK HERE. by brothers Wed Sep 07, 2011 2:03 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. The edge on the Personna, while not quite as sharp as other blades, still provides a comfortable shave without any excessive pulling or irritation. It seems as if it is just short of yanking the whiskers from my skin. These are the blades you can pick up at Walmart or Walgreens. You can find our Privacy Policy here. Please check compatibility before purchasing. Currently, I have USA made lab blues, Israeli made Crystals, and a generic drugstore brand made in Israel and packaged in a dispenser; they may be Israeli Reds, but I do not know for sure. Big disappointment, maybe they are counterfeit. Buy Personna Platinum Red Chrome Double Edge Stainless Steel 100 Blades 20BX: Cartridges & Refills . Please try again later. I know everyone is different, but these are at the top of my list. JavaScript is disabled. They're not coming from different plants. Shaving is 50+ days of a woman's life and 85+ for a man's. I had forgotten how great these blades really are. I have really missed having the Israeli Red Personnas in my rotation. 18 months ago i bought a safety razor and have been experimenting with diffrent blades. My reviews are based on my personal own experience and research. oklahoma_mojo 8 yr. ago I've not used reds, but I find the blues a comfortable milder shave . One of the product images is a bar code and the words made in Israel. It is one of my faves since I like my blades that way. Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2009. Smooth, sharp, no nicks, cuts or slices. Personna never labeled these blades as Israeli Reds but many nick named them Israeli Reds. These really are some of the best blades out there! You must log in or register to reply here. What I refer to as Israelis are pictured below: The more I try to learn which Personna blades are Crystals and which are Israelis, the more I get confused. Red Personna Israeli Double Edge Razor Blades 55 reviews | $28.49 THIS ITEM SHIPS FREE ON ORDERS $65+ SKU RB-PER-002 Double Edge razor blade, top pick of many wet shavers Stainless steel, platinum-chrome coated Available in 5 pack or 100 pack Trying to weed through all the different razor blades out there can be as intimidating as speed dating. !PLEASE SUBSCRIBE! #2. Outlets and voltage differ internationally and this product may require an adapter or converter for use in your destination. v2 - white plastic dispenser, white paper sleeve, comes in packs of 10 blades, Made in Israel, for European market. Do you have pics of the new 5? The old ASR that sells to consumers is a division of Edgewell and therefore a sister company to Schick / Wilkinson Sword. They are very smooth. Statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition. I use the Med Prep, but also can highly recommend the Israeli Reds and Viking's Swords. One of the local grocery stores sells them as its store brand. I have them put this label on one and raise the price, but theyre all the same factory, all the same machines. https://sharpologist.com/2016/12/wet-shasrael.html. Secretary Ramsey put his foot into it yesterday . Men's Replacement Razor Blade Cartridges & Refills, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. I find the Lab Blues very sharp but they can be a little harsh with an aggressive razor. There's also American Personna blades. PERSONNA RED vs PERSONNA LAB BLUE. There are people still looking for NOS (Israeli made Personna Platinum Chrome blades-Israeli Reds). I thought this was between the Reds and the Blues. Any way, used a personna red today in my Mamba .70. it was a little rough like you found it for the first shave, hopefully it will smooth out over the next one. Somewhere out there on the web, there is a microscope study of different DE blade edges. I remember when Personna made these blades in Israel they were packaged in tucks of 5&10 blades. Squire's reviews note some differences- I prefer them over the Red packs. If you haven't tried it yet, you can make your own comparison. The combination that works best for me is the Israeli Personna blade and Nivea sensitive-skin shaving gel. Here is a link to Red Personna blades. For more information, please see our by JarmoP Tue Sep 06, 2011 2:54 pm, Post I have tried both and preferred the Personna Reds. Mine were truly made in Israel, as was A previous reviewer commented that these are American made Personna blades. I can certainly understand your confusion. I'm not sure who the seller was on that purchase but I received mine from DetailsForMen this past week and the box is different than the picture. Dont buy them based solely on the reviews though, every face is different and all skin types are different. Sorry, we were unable to perform your search at this time. I just tried a couple of Labs from a box pass and thought they were good. I've been wet shaving for ten years. in the course of his remarks he said that California needs water and better society. So does h-ll, yelled someone in the crowd. I highly recommend these!! Made in Germany, Personna blades are platinum chrome coated and provide a very smooth shave. I have used these blades for years, I really like them. This is the company that makes all the store brand blades on grocery shelves along with Trac/Atra and all kinds of proprietary cartridge products. These are by far the best blades Ive tried since I started wet shaving. 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Nous partageons galement des informations sur votre usage de notre site avec nos rseaux sociaux, publicitaires et partenaires d'analyse, 23E94423-DBB4-48F1-851F-1D677D8E0F42.jpeg, 8F91FB91-DD07-47C0-92D8-FFD9E35FC1FA.jpeg, 5764E3BE-F853-4BD6-982B-40FB276DB0B4.jpeg. Would NEVER go back to 4 or 5 blade razors. There are actually two types of Israeli Personna- the blue pack (also labeled as Crystals and commonly called IP) and the red pack. Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2020. By accessing Badger & Blade, you agree to abide by the Terms of Usage. Two best, in my opinion, are the israeli red personna and the feather hi-stainless double edge. Edgewell also uses the Personna trademark for their cartridge razors and DE blades. Privacy Policy. These are my opinions and are not representative of the companies that create these products. The better way is wetshaving, come and see what "they" didn't want you to know. I switched to shaving with a classic safety razor a couple of years ago and have experimented with many blades and shaving creams. I cut myself pretty good on my last shave, but I could blame that on my prep and I probably need more work on my ATG pass. The Personna Platinum is very popular in Los Angeles. Ill know when I get them Monday. Mr. LifesShort. by SmallTank Wed Sep 07, 2011 9:41 am, Post It may not display this or other websites correctly. Where did the Silver come from? But in this case the manufacturer isnt doing that. Very true. v1 - red card packet, red sleeve - comes in packs of 5 blades Made in Israel, for American market. I have used nothing else since. What personna blade do you like the best? I think the silver/blue packaging was done for blades sold in Europe & the UK. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Disclaimer: Content on this site is for reference purposes and is not a substitute for advice from a licensed health-care professional. They're nearly as sharp as Feather Hi-Stainless blades (the sharpest blade I've found, and made in Japan), but the red-label Personna is smoother than the Feather Hi-Stainless. I have a Red I got from a sampler pack a while ago but I haven't tried it yet. Only with info directly from the manufacturer or an electron microscope will we know for sure. Once submitted, any posts, images, or content become the property of Badger & Blade. But it is very not so sharp blade. It's not unheard of for trademarks to be used under license by different companies. It's a bunch of years old but I think it included Personna Reds and Crystals. By accessing Badger & Blade, you agree to abide by the Terms of Usage. Razors: KING C GILLETTE. When you buy something from this website, I may receive an affiliate commission. Each Package contains 5 blades. I've been using Personna Lab Blue USA blades for the last couple years and am looking for a replacement box. With several Personna variations, I'm wondering how my favorite Prep blade stacks up against the ones you guys are talking about above. I'm a bit confused about the Israeli Personna blades. But they cost more than GSBs these days. I'm fixing to order to see if they are smoother than lab blues. Whiskers long or short, Gillette "Pure" or CREMO shave cream makes no difference. The US one I think is worse for me though. Red IP's/Red Personna/Personna Platinum Chrome blades are made in Israel. Amazon has them 200 for $17 and some change right now. I haven't tried them, and see no need to do so. Following closely on the heels of my review of the #1 B&B recommended blade, the Polsilver Super Iridium, is another B&B favorite: The Personna "Israeli Red.". Once submitted, any posts, images, or content become the property of Badger & Blade. They are Q-Ball, Crystal, Royal, Viking's Sword, Tomy, and Personna (red). Scan this QR code to download the app now. GREAT REVIEW!! I have really missed having the Israeli Red Personnas in my rotation. I switched to shaving with a classic safety razor a couple of years ago and have experimented with many blades and shaving creams. All Rights Reserved. The Personna Platinum Chromes you have shown above are available in 3 forms. by suffolksupplies Wed Sep 07, 2011 10:20 am, Post Please make sure that you are posting in the form of a question. Please try again later. I prefer Personna Reds. Personna Red Pack Israeli Double Edge Razor Blades - 30 Ct. 200 TWO HUNDRED Personna Platinum Double Edge Razor Blades - Made from Swedish Steel. I settled on my rotation in recent months. There was a problem adding this item to Cart. Each man's beard is different, so what works best for me might not work best for you. http://www.westcoastshaving.com/Red-Personna-Israeli-Double-Edge-Razor-Blades_p_273.html You might also find some that are either sold in a blue package or with the Crystal name which are also made in Isreal, but different from the red packaged blades. You should not rely solely on this content, and Amazon assumes no liability for inaccuracies. Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2014. Let's talk about single and double edged razors and the blades that they use. ( .30cents for feather), Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2021, These blades are sharp and smooth get 8 shaves out of these, Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2020. Once you've experimented and developed your own shaving technique, you may find as I did that you'll get a closer shave with a safety razor than you were getting with the latest 5-blade gizmo. You lost me. by gil3591 Mon Sep 05, 2011 9:12 pm, Post I guess that any blades made in Israel are essentially provided by this company. Need to contact the B&B Team? My order came in the mail on Saturday, and I used one this morningwow! He just left out was a recomendation for a blade. New Personna Platinum blades are now being made in Germany. It is always my amazement when some say it is almost next to Feather, when it clearly is not so. You need to have a good technique and also lather if to shave almost BBS going ATG. In South Tel-Aviv, the neighborhood is populated by wholesalers and small shops. The ones I have now are like these: Michael, the blue and white wrappers are what are referred to as the IP's. I should get more! We are sorry. Previously I have used the "red" Persona blades and was quite pleased with them. After all I have read about the matter, I still don't know if that is the truth or not. With Or With-Out No.4. Soap:. Smooth, sharp, no nicks, cuts or slices. Why compromise when you can have the best? I'll be grading based on sharpness, smoothness, longevity and consistency. Need to contact the B&B Team? A previous reviewer commented that these are American made Personna blades. It is one of my faves since I like my blades that way. Blade Wars: Red Personna Israeli vs Personna Lab Blue The various Personna blades available on the Internet can be confusing. While not as sharp as the good vintage blades, they seem well made and quite consistant and unlike many current blades they do not irritate my finicky skin. the IP's in the blue and white pack are really great blades and made in Israel..the red Personna blades are made in USAsome are made in Mexico..depending on the packaging info. I have used Personna blades off and on for decades. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. I never really get along with the Labs or Med Preps. nous utilisons les cookies afin de personnaliser le contenu et les publicits, de fournir des fonctionnalits pour les rseaux sociaux et analyser notre traffic. The edge on the Personna is very much on par with the Derby, working well for average beards, but still not suitable for men with heavier beard growth. The Personna (Med) Prep is my favorite blade. Price will be a factor but only of it's very cheap or expensive since most DE blades are pretty cheap comparatively. You can find our Privacy Policy here. Any input would be appreciated. http://badgerandblade.com/vb/archive/index.php/t-331664.html, http://straightrazorplace.com/shavis-under-scanning-electron-microscope-sem.html, http://forum.shavemyface.com/viewtopic.php?t=29705, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. Remember, Rick from pawn stars was correct in saying the best shave is from a safety razor. and our The main point is identifying the blades manufactured in Israel and the blades manufactured in Germany. CLICK HERE. They are the ones in the last two links. The Personna is also a more inexpensive blade making it a popular option. They also last quite long (which is good, considering their price. It is below Derby in sharpness, yes! So i'm back with another monthly review! "That's my guess". In this comparison, Astra is the superior option. Some say that the Personna Super (Lab Blue) is just an unsterilized version of the same blade. Best Electric Shaver in 2018 Top 10 Electric Shaver Guide, Mavericks Shave Cream Review A Higher Quality Shave, Best Straight Razor Strop For You The Top 6. This is just a difference in packaging. JavaScript is disabled. Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2014. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Incredibly sharp and provide an extremely smooth shave, making them the perfect choice for any man with sensitive skin while still giving you the close shave you desire. The nick name Israeli Reds (and name never used by Personna) was used to describe the blades manufactured in Israel. Does anyone care to compare the Lab Blue vs the Israeli blades? . You can find our Privacy Policy here. The source of the blades changed from Israel to Germany. I could use these as long as I can get them. Was better than I expected. Red pack Personna is a mild blade. I think feather is a little sharper but the red personna seems a little more comfortable. One of my top-tier blades!! Like the Derby, Red Personna blades are also very smooth cutters and appeal widely to men with sensitive to normal skin. Its possible the product image is from years ago. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. I started wet shaving a few months ago, and have tried to a number of blades from variety packs to find what I like. Mine were truly made in Israel, as was ordered/expected. Availability is essentially the same for these razors as they are both easily purchased online, so price becomes the deciding factor. What happens, happens.THANKS FOR WATCHING! i recommend the purchase. Looking forward to this one. Product: Personna Razor Blades Review Rating: 4.3/5 stars with over 3,500 reviews Cheapest Place to Buy: Amazon Please try again. I run through 2 of each blade and use each 4 times; for a total of 8 shaves per brand. Need to contact the B&B Team? First, this is way better than any multi-blade disposable razor I've ever used (and I've tried them all). I find them sharper and I like sharper. You are using an out of date browser. He takes out all the blades that are made in the country, in boxes of 100. I can't imagine using any other blade. I had an irritating experience with lab blues for about 6 months and haven't been able to trust the Personna name since. Please try again. !SIG SOLO BOWL: https://bit.ly/sigsolobowlContact: sigsolo.wad@gmail.com#WEARENOTOBSESSEDWEAREDEDICATED #SIGSOLO #WOW #WITHORWITHOUT #WAD When the Israeli plant was closed and a German plant began producing these blades they again were packaged in tucks of 5&10 blades. I suppose marketing people can call them anything. CLICK HERE. . Nice and sharp, no nicks (smooth) and I got a weeks worth of shaves (maybe could have gone longer but was testing another blade. I'd assume red would mean aggressive.. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. Personna Red Double Edge (DE) Safety Razor Blades, Personna Lab Blue Super Stainless Steel Double Edge Razor Blade. You are correct. Feather Razor Blades are known for their durability and consistency, so you can count on them to give you a close shave every time. I tried out the Personna red blades and I feel that those are the best blades I've tried so far. No, Edgewell still owns the trademarks but as part of the sale of the Personna Industrial factories, I think Accutec retained the rights to use the trademarks for products made there. SIG SOLO. There aren't any of them made in Israel for some years now. I've been wet shaving for ten years. Ive tried astra green (which were absolutely horrible) feather, gillette platinum and gillette silver blues (which are my second favorite) the personna reds have given me the smoothest and most comfortable shave Ive ever had. http://www.westcoastshaving.com/Red-Personna-Israeli-Double-Edge-Razor-Blades-100-Blades_p_19.html, http://www.westcoastshaving.com/Redr-Blades--UK-Packaging-100-blades_p_1268.html, Will the real (new) Israeli Red please stand up, Personna Lab Blue blades in a 5 blade dispenser. American Safety Razor Co History: Founding, Timeline, and Milestones - Zippia, American Safety Razor Company - Wikipedia. Nothing is edited. by george Mon Sep 05, 2011 6:07 pm, Post Your email address will not be published. Though I have some Red's I've not used any yet, but I've used quite a few Super's. Whenever I go to shave, I assume theres someone else on the planet shaving, so I say Im gonna go shave, too.. I think it was done through Badger and Blade. All SE blades are made at Accutec in Virginia only. Always read labels and directions before using a product. Wetshaving is how barbers used to get the ultrasmooth shave of legends. My order came in the mail on Saturday, and I used one this morningwow! Ditto with the "Israeli Reds" and the "Crystal" blades. Posted by Clarence Gilley, Jr. on 24th Feb 2021. The tucks with 5 blades were labeled Personna Platinum Stainless Steel blades in a red box, and the tucks with 10 blades were labeled Personna Platinum Chrome Super Stainless Steel in a blue, red and white plastic box. Israeli red personna will make feather take notice. They are the two sharpest I could find. Each man's beard is different, so what works best for me might not work best for you. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. In an unassuming shop filled with product boxed in plain cardboard, is Avi. No, there are huge differences between Personna blades. 18 months ago i bought a safety razor and have been experimenting with diffrent blades. ). Two best, in my opinion, are the israeli red personna and the feather hi-stainless double edge. I'm gonna throw my guess on the Red's. I have only been safety razor shaving for about 7 months now and I have learned at least two things. Because they changed plants do they shave the same, and 2. All the stores get them from me. Pointing at Viking Sword, he said, These are all my brands. I am on a shaving forum and one of the members recommended these blades. So that means Accutec kept the trademarks and licenses them to Edgewell for the few consumer-market products sold under that name? I never tried the Reds. I started using these blades in June of 2018. PERSONNA RED vs PERSONNA LAB BLUE.With Or With-Out No.4. The debate is: 1. Makes sense.