Can the Fusion Pro-glide MANUAL blades be used? Hi,At looking at the specs for both the Manual and Power razors, the blades seem to be the same, but the price is not...Anyone try the Manual ones on a Power handle?Cheers. Can the Fusion Pro-glide MANUAL blades be used? Hi,At looking at the specs for both the Manual and Power razors, the blades seem to be the same, but the price is not...Anyone try the... » Read More Can the Fusion Pro-glide MANUAL blades be used? Hi,At looking at the specs for both the Manual and Power razors, the blades seem to be the same, but the price is not...Anyone try the Manual ones on a Power handle?Cheers. « Show Less
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The cartridges are interchangeable in terms of all fitting a Fusion handle, but the cartridges are NOT exactly the same. Just like Schick's Quattro line, the "power" cartridge is distinguished from the "manual" one by a small row that's supposed to help stretch out the face for a closer shave (per Schick's marketing) or to help guide the hair to the blade (per Gillette's marking) . Gillette calls this row a "microcomb." Gillette also claims that the ProGlide (both manual and power) Fusion blades are more advanced than the original Fusion blades, with sharper, thinner blades. They all seem to do a good job to me. The cartridges are interchangeable in terms of all fitting a Fusion handle, but the cartridges are NOT exactly the same. Just like Schick's Quattro line, the "power" cartridge is distinguished from the "manual" one by a small row that's supposed to help stretch out the face for a closer shave (per Schick's marketing) or to help guide the hair to the blade (per Gillette's marking) . Gillette calls this row a "microcomb." Gillette also claims that the ProGlide (both manual and power) Fusion blades are more advanced than the original Fusion blades,... » Read More The cartridges are interchangeable in terms of all fitting a Fusion handle, but the cartridges are NOT exactly the same. Just like Schick's Quattro line, the "power" cartridge is distinguished from the "manual" one by a small row that's supposed to help stretch out the face for a closer shave (per Schick's marketing) or to help guide the hair to the blade (per Gillette's marking) . Gillette calls this row a "microcomb." Gillette also claims that the ProGlide (both manual and power) Fusion blades are more advanced than the original Fusion blades, with sharper, thinner blades. They all seem to do a good job to me. « Show Less
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The blade designed for the Power model includes an additional "comb" at the leading edge which lifts and arranges the whiskers before the blades slice through them. But any fusion blade can be used with any fusion handle, power or otherwise.
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I haven't tried but I'm also curious, the price hike is a little too much in my opinion.
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I have the feeling the "manual" blades are exactly the same as the "power" blades. Gillette must have reasons to think we are not very smart...
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Don't know if you saw my review or not. I use a Fusion also. It doesn't fit well, but it can fit. You just need to angle it a bit more - until the handle is almost parallel to the unit. This is not the recommended angle but I find that it still works - it restores my blade just fine.
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Just saw this post - and I was wondering the same thing! My SO uses Gillette Fusion/ProGlide and they are $30 for pkg of 8. Ugh! They shave very well, but *really* do they have to cost that much? Plus, he's a twice-a-day shaver, so he goes through a lot of blades.
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Don't know about that I do know that the razors are cheaper than the blades.Now that I think about it call their consumer line and ask. They would have the answer and sometimes you get a coupon to try something new.
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Yes, all Fusion razor blade refills can be used with all Fusion handles (Gillette Fusion, Fusion ProGlide, or Fusion ProGlide Power).
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i don't believe you can, but i would check with gillette directly and describe the type of handle you have.......the fusion proglide is a unique razor and as a matter fact i just bought, thru amazon, the new roller ball fusion proglide..........i have collection gillette shavers that's how much i depend on any gillette to give me a close shave........... sorry that i cannot answer your question more positively, robert p. lacombe, a loyal gillette customer
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Search for DE razor blades on Amazon. They have a lot of variety packs so you can test out different blades and find the one you like. I use Feather blades but they are the sharpest out there and have a required learning curve with safety razors. First time I used one, I almost bled out.
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There are far too many variables for any of our answers to be relevant to your use. You can get cheaper blades going with generics or even a safety razor if you value economy more than ease of use.
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Yes, it does fit the Fusion, including the power version. Snug fit at the top, but no problem. I just purchased a new Flexball Power razor and it fit fine.
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They are a highly regarded blade on the shaving forums and are relatively inexpensive. It comes in a paper box and doesn't take up hardly any space at all. I think your best bet is to get a sample pack so you can try a lot of different blades and see which ones you like and which one you don't before making a purchase of 100 blades. You would be surprised at what works for YOU and what doesn't.
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No, you have to have the right razor to go with the right blades. I ordered the blades for the wrong razor then had to buy a tech 4!
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I think it's considered "safety" because of the rounded guard on top that keeps the blade angle near 30 degrees. This would be considered "safer" than the straight blade shave where the angle is MUCH harder to maintain and you are therefore much more likely to cut yourself. I shave with both and when I need a quicker shave, I go for the Merker safety razor. It only takes a few shaves to get used to it compared to the modern multi-blade (expensive) versions. I can shave just as quickly with it now as my old (expensive) Mach3 turbo. I still use my Feather artist club straight razor for the novelty of it, if I have time because it does take me longer with that. For me, the 3 razor styles mentioned ordered by speed of a nice, close shave would be: 1.) Modern (Mach3Turbo) 2.) Merker (safety) 3.) Feather straight razor. The fastest is clearly much more expensive though (blades). Being somewhat proficient with all 3 styles, I'd easily say this safety razor is my go-to daily razor for price, and speed. Closeness is not a factor because I can achieve a close shave with any of them. It's just a matter of how quickly I can do it. I don't care who you are, a straight razor across your adams-apple WILL make you slow down. LOL The shorter handle here took some getting used to but it really isn't an issue. It's just different. And cleaning these is MUCH easier than the multiblade ones. Hope this helps, and good luck. I don't think you can go wrong with this one.
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There is a "manual" but it is your basic parts, general safety, basic assembly, more safety and more safety. No directions on how to use the different blades. It is more trial and error. I suppose one could go to YouTube to get better hands-on directions.
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I used Gillette disposables (not cartridges) before getting this razor and personally, there was almost no learning curve for me. First shave with it I drew no blood :) The blades you use will be harder to figure out as each blade brand works differently for different beards. You will be spending a couple/few months finding the blade that works best. Start off with large sample pack, try those, see what is available near you and try them. One brand will shave you very different from another brand, each beard is different. Make sure you have some sort of blade bank for your used blades, I use empty Alt*ids cans that I tape up when full. Make sure you are using soap and brush for lather, you will not like the shave from this razor with foam/gel. A great resource for info on wet shaving is badgerandblade dot com. Buy this razor, you will not regret it and the environment will really appreciate it.
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Read the package picture. All Fusion blades can be used with all Fusion razors.
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Is this a serious question? Do some research. Type in razor blade pro on google... Wanna be spoon fed too?
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No, I have both razors and it is a totally different mechanism on each one and they are not interchangeable.Sorry,