how long will the blade last?
1069074
It comes with a sharpening stone. I have done approx. 400 sq.ft. So far and the blade shows no sign of having to be replaced yet.
2227288
Obviously there's a slow 'decay curve' at work here, but I think you should be able to get two weeks (10-14 shaves) per blade without any *major* loss of cutting power....
855702
Not really sure about the speed, height of blade cutting into surface, speed of feed, clean aluminum, and use a we drop or bit of lubricant on material all helps blade to last , according to friends who work with blades more frequently than me. hope this helps. I do like this blade, cuts great and leaves nice edge. cheers Stu.
2188681
I don't know, mine has never lasted long enough to dull the blades. I've gone through two of them thus far. Probably on the waring site.
2104412
Replacement blades are inexpensive for a mach 3? I had one, and I'd probably go through a blade every 10-14 days... at that rate, you're better off buying a new blade/foil kit for this razor 9-12 months or so.
1756736
It is a high carbon blade, so it will require some maintainence but nothing too extreme. Just keep it dry when not in use.
2108513
It says 7 minutes but I'd give it more like 8-9. Don't forget to let it sit about 10 minutes before slicing. Good luck!
1839630
Honestly, I don't know, but I think I remember 18 mos - 3 years. I think some of the other reviews address this. I do remember reviewers saying that the replacement blades were inexpensive and simple to install.
567790
These blades are solid and I think it'll take months if not years for any dulling effect. By then, I'd buy I new one. Good luck, Tony.
98976
It really depends on how thick is the leather and the blade will worn out easily.
757182
It depends on the conditions it is being used. If it is a first time use in soil it is going to have a shorter life. If used in the past in just cutting grass it will last longer. There is a wear indicator on the blade "a hole"
346308
Ours has seen heavy usage for over two years, and I still don't think it needs sharpening. It still slices easily.
230408
The blades themselves seem like they can last indefinitely. I was never told that they should be replaced yearly, so I've been using the same set for at least 20 years. They get dull, but they can be sharpened with some very fine grit sandpaper. What is more likely to wear out are the screens for the blades. They could break at any time after a few years. That's what happened to me. When they break, you need to buy a new set. The ones I bought here have been a good, cheap, reliable purchase.
1607105
As with anything with proper care and use it can last indefinitely. If blade guards are used with the product it will protect the case from being cut when using. Also this material is easily cleaned. I hope this helps.
1060508
Under normal home use (I keep eight knives very sharp routinely) I have used mine for over twenty years. It looks to be good for another twenty. Unless allowed to rust, or abused in some way, I'd say it will never need replacing.
1469207
I run my chipper for a few hours at a time. Not sure about how often it will take that kind of use though. Also may need to sharpen the blades with heavy use
2222810
My blade did not take that long to come, but I don't remember seeing that it would take 1-2 months. Hopefully something hasn't changed in placing orders. I ordered mine in March 2013.