Is there a container in which you can dispose of the used blades, as with the Gillette 10 pack? If not, how do you safely dispose of the used blades.
1888108
It does not come with a Razor bank. You have to buy a razor bank separately for about 9 or 10 bucks. When the bank finally gets full you just throw the whole thing out. Amazon has safety razor banks that you can order.
1888109
There is a slot below each 5 pack to dispose of the old blades in. They can slide back out if held at a certain angle so once full I toss the whole thing into an old tums antacid container. That will hold about 10 or so before I toss the entire thing.
1888110
Bill, the simple answer is no used blade storage but here is what worked for me. I use a small plastic bottle? That came from a supermarket spice jar and for a while another small jar. That worked safely for me. Then a friend gave me a little white container he bought online with a slot, works great And will store used blades for a year? Hope this helps
1888111
The only negative thing I can say is the pack does not have a used blade slot but for the price I am not complaining. I purchased the OLFA 1064415 DC-4 Blade Disposal Case from Amazon for my used blades. The case is reusable and only $7.23.
1888112
Bill, looks like a lot of people have already given the same answer as mine. I use a tin can (originally containing Irish steel cut rolled oatmeal) and cut a slit in the top. I just slip the used blades into the can and dispose of the entire can when full. I've been using the same can for a couple of years and it still isn't close to being full.
1888113
I am diabetic and dispose of the syringes in pop cans. Like wise I dispose of my straight razor blades in the same way. A piece of tape can be placed over the can opening if you are concerned about them coming back out of the opening.
1888114
The blade packaging is virtually identical to Gillette, and has an integrated slot to safely contain used blades.
1888115
A post on Badger & Blade forum shows how to buy a steel("tin") can of chicken broth. Put a slit in the top and empty the contents(save or not. your preference). Wash and use for disposal.Go here: http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/54746-How-To-Make-A-Blade-Bank-For-Under-50-Cents%E2%80%A6
1888116
I apologize for just now getting to the answer...but yes it is like the gillette blades. There is an area where you put the old one under neath the new ones.
1888117
Each plastic case holds five blades, and there are two compartments. New blades on top, then you can put used blades underneath. However, I find it more convenient to use a plastic vitamin bottle labeled 'sharps' ... Suppose I should be safer with a childproof cap, maybe when I replace. Come to think of it, maybe I'll cut a small slit in the top so I don't have to unscrew the top anymore ;)
186310
Any supermarket or walmart kind of store. Its the same blades as most normal shavers. I had a Gillette shaver and same blades
1446095
I've used the Derby, but I like the Astra way better. It's just a much smoother shave for me. YMMV of course. I have 2 small kids, and a place to put the used blades is always a concern. You can get a "Blade Safe" for about $5 on Amazon. I know Feather makes one. All it is, is a small plastic box that cannot be opened. It has a slit in the top to put your used blades. It holds a couple hundred blades. After it's full, chuck it in your recycle container, and you're done.
2249931
Hello Mea, I just purchased the blade you are asking about and it is packaged in something like a clam shell package but form fitting and you can store the blade in the package when not in use. I use the packaging for storing when not in use.
1595588
This is a single unit with handle and blade and are disposable. The blade and the handle cannot be separated. With each set I get about 4 to 5 good shaves before I dispose it.
96084
I just wrap the old blade up and put it back in the box. Will wrap box in plastic before putting in the trash. The used blades are still good for razor blade scrapers. I use them to remove paint from windows after painting.
2154749
When cleaning the blades make sure the blade is completely dry before reassembling. If its not dry the blade will show corrosion and cutting will turn into pulling. I don't think these units were designed to last very long and are throw away units. Panasonic jacks up the shipping costs so they can make you purchase another unit.
870239
Remove the heads and then clean it with the brush, which is included. Do not use water it may damage the razors. You can try with alcohol because it vaporises fast but i wont recommend it.
1939187
well, it IS made of metal--albeit stainless steel-- so I wouldn't leave it sitting in a bowl of water. Also, razor blades can rust, so I suggest if it is being stored, it should be dry, with blade removed. Ours is doing just fine with regular usage... no rust yet.
1084440
Nope, haven't found anything yet. I decided to buy this 3 pack of...whatever it is. From the box, its clearly not the same thing at all as Norelco's razor cleaner, but I guess I'll give it a shot anyway.I'm thinking maybe a mixture of distilled water and rubbing alcohol might be similar to the normal cleaner we used to get? I mean it was alcohol based, so does that sort of make sense? I don't know what else to do :-/What's so strange is that cleaner is the supply you need most, and its now impossible get.
1092584
I have searched and searched, but cannot find anywhere that sells replacement blades. I've had mine for a couple years now, and use it regularly. I used it a whole lot when I first got it. The blades are still good. I wish there were a way to replace the blades, but it looks like there is not.
96089
^I pop the pull tab off a can of any beverage (Coke, 7 Up, Bud Light, etc) and then rinse the can out. The used blades fit into the can nicely and are near impossible to get back out. It works well for me (I keep the can in a drawer with the blades).
1446090
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.
229961
I'll put it this way: there is a reason there is 100 of them for $5 dollars. From my experience they aren't fit to reuse after the first use because of dullness. So I'd suggest just tossing each blade after 1 use. Ultimately in the long run, it's way cheaper than the cartridges for a regular 5-blade Gillette razor. WAAAY cheaper!
556866
I just put my used blades in an empty plastic aspirin container. I pop open the lid and put the blade in. When it is full I will seal it shut with duct tape, write "razor blades" on it and toss it. No kids in my house to find it and open it.
1566208
Go to Wal-Mart and buy a cheap piggy bank and label it "Used Razor Blades". When it is full tape over the opening and throw it in the trash. Done.
556859
I see a lot of creative responses that puts my solution to shame -- I simply put the used the blade in the wrapper I took the new blade out of and then put it back into the box in the back.. once the first one in the back makes it to the front I tape the box up and throw that away. That way -- the indiviual blades are wrapped and the box is labelled and it doesn't cost me a cent.