# Three (pulsing) blades -- because you'll buy anything! **URL:** \ **Category:** In My Humble Opinion\ **Created:** [June 1, 2004, 9:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140 "2004-06-01T21:05:44Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 18\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![jeevmon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/87869e/32.png) [@jeevmon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jeevmon)\ **Post date:** [June 2, 2004, 6:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/21 "2004-06-02T18:29:53Z")
I’m still waiting for someone to come in extolling the virtues of lubricating the skin with some uncooked bacon and then shaving with a sharp rock. Every method will have its adherents. ---
**Author:** ![Debaser](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/3da27b/32.png) [@Debaser](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Debaser)\ **Post date:** [June 2, 2004, 6:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/22 "2004-06-02T18:39:16Z")
Yep. And the straight razor people… They will probably be along shortly to brag how close to death every shave brings them. ---
**Author:** ![Rufus\_Xavier](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/eada6e/32.png) [@Rufus\_Xavier](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rufus_Xavier)\ **Post date:** [June 2, 2004, 7:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/23 "2004-06-02T19:01:22Z")
> [@jeevmon](#): > > I’m still waiting for someone to come in extolling the virtues of lubricating the skin with some uncooked bacon and then shaving with a sharp rock. Don’t be ridiculous. Every one knows the best way to shave is with olive oil and a carbide-tip marble chisel. 😉 ---
**Author:** ![cmason32](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/51bf81/32.png) [@cmason32](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/cmason32)\ **Post date:** [June 2, 2004, 7:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/24 "2004-06-02T19:13:06Z")
I haven’t tried the M3 Power yet, but I can definitely tell the difference between the Mach 3 and the Mach 3 Turbo. I don’t know if I’ll try the Power, but I am curious as to whether or not it actually makes a difference. ---
**Author:** ![Chastain86](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/f9ae1b/32.png) [@Chastain86](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chastain86)\ **Post date:** [June 2, 2004, 7:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/25 "2004-06-02T19:23:38Z")
Oooh! Oooh! Will the replacement blades cost as much as a full tank of gas? Because if so, I’m in. ---
**Author:** ![Mr.Moto](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/9de0a6/32.png) [@Mr.Moto](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Moto)\ **Post date:** [June 2, 2004, 7:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/26 "2004-06-02T19:50:41Z")
Actually, the blades aren’t a bad deal. Mach 3 blades are relatively expensive, but seem to last a bit longer than other blades. My dad can actually shave for a month on one Mach 3 blade. Me, I get a week, but that’s because I really like the feel of a nice fresh blade. The new razor will work with any Mach 3 blade. ---
**Author:** ![silenus](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/silenus/32/166_2.png) [@silenus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/silenus)\ **Post date:** [June 2, 2004, 8:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/27 "2004-06-02T20:17:11Z")
I’ll probably put it on the “If you want to buy me something” list for the wife. I swear by the Mach3, because like **Beelzebubba** I shave my head as well as my face. Mach3 cartridges are pricey, but I generally get two weeks out of one. Besides, I _like_ useless toys! 😃 ---
**Author:** ![Rick](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/9f8e36/32.png) [@Rick](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rick)\ **Post date:** [June 3, 2004, 2:55am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/28 "2004-06-03T02:55:45Z")
I bought a M3 today at Wally World. I will report my results tomorrow. ---
**Author:** ![cmason32](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/51bf81/32.png) [@cmason32](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/cmason32)\ **Post date:** [June 5, 2004, 6:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/29 "2004-06-05T18:35:30Z")
I bought the M3 at Costco yesterday and gave it a try this morning. I can report that this is the closest shave I have ever experienced. Not only was it the closest, but I didn’t have to press down as hard to get the tricky parts. I was a little worried at first about cutting myself (with it vibrating and all), but once I started shaving I didn’t come close to doing so. The one odd thing is having the razor vibrate in my hand, but I’m sure I’ll get used to it. Overall, I’m extremely pleased with this new razor. IMO, it is definitely a closer shave and not just a marketing gimmick. ---
**Author:** ![Mr.Moto](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/9de0a6/32.png) [@Mr.Moto](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Moto)\ **Post date:** [June 5, 2004, 8:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/30 "2004-06-05T20:01:30Z")
I just tried the Power M3 myself. I’m quite pleased with it. It’s a very, very close shave, with little effort. The blade seems to massage the beard off. ---
**Author:** ![Tentacle\_Monster](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/ba9def/32.png) [@Tentacle\_Monster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tentacle_Monster)\ **Post date:** [June 5, 2004, 9:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/31 "2004-06-05T21:20:18Z")
I use the Exchange Select brand of the Mach 3. The replacement blades are about half the price of the Mach 3’s, and they last just as long. I don’t need no stinkin’ vibrating blades. The Crest Spin-Brush, however, was worth it. ---
**Author:** ![mhendo](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mhendo/32/3159_2.png) [@mhendo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mhendo)\ **Post date:** [June 5, 2004, 9:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/32 "2004-06-05T21:22:17Z")
> [@Finagle](#): > > I didn’t choose the title of this thread by accident. Although I’m reasonably sure that the tag line was “because you’ll buy anything.” Could be wrong though – as you pointed out, it was 20+ years ago. A Google search reveals quite a few articles and webpages referring to this SNL sketch. [This Slate article](http://slate.msn.com/id/3481/), for example. I did two searches: 1. saturday night live “because you’ll believe anything”…39 hits 2. saturday night live “because you’ll buy anything”…12 hits Not conclusive; just suggestive. None of the links offered definitive evidence from the original sketch. ---
**Author:** ![Rick](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/9f8e36/32.png) [@Rick](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rick)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2004, 1:28am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/33 "2004-06-06T01:28:21Z")
I’ve used mine for 3 days now and I am very pleased. Very close, very easy not nicks, what’s not to like? ---
**Author:** ![SolGrundy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/bbce88/32.png) [@SolGrundy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SolGrundy)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2004, 6:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/34 "2004-06-06T06:38:32Z")
Well, I’ve been using a Mach 3 since they first came out (5 years?), and it does everything I need it to. I can’t imagine how its vibrating will help at all, since it already works perfectly. I’ve got to say that I’m kind of sympathetic for Schick and Gilette’s marketing divisions, having to come up with some way to distinguish a product that does everything it’s supposed to do. ---
**Author:** ![Mr.Moto](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/9de0a6/32.png) [@Mr.Moto](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Moto)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2004, 7:03am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/35 "2004-06-06T07:03:55Z")
The interesting thing is, Gillette is Luddite-friendly, **SolGrundy**. They fully support their older lines. Before the Mach 3 line, there was Sensor, introduced in 1989. You can still buy Sensor blades. Before that, there was the Atra razor, introduced in 1977. Atra blades are still readily available. Before that, there was the Trac II, the first twin blade razor. Gillette brought this out in 1971, and still sells Trac II razors and blades. [Gillette even still manufactures safety razor blades, for use in safety razors sold since the early 20th century.](http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B000052YHY/ref=sr_1_17/002-1256475-7563241?v=glance&n=3778681&s=hpc) If computer companies supported their lines so well, you could still buy software for your UNIVAC. ---
**Author:** ![indecisive1](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/41988e/32.png) [@indecisive1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/indecisive1)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2004, 11:28am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/36 "2004-06-06T11:28:50Z")
I’ve been trying to search out the post about the 10-blade razor. I thought is was **Lobsang** that posted it. Can anyone find it? It’s very funny, and really should be repeated here! ---
**Author:** ![Winterwren](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/919ad9/32.png) [@Winterwren](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Winterwren)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2004, 4:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/37 "2004-06-06T16:22:13Z")
> [@Mr. Moto](#): > > You know, you can criticize all you want. But the Gillette corporation isn’t solely a marketing arm. They put some research and care into their products. > > I haven’t found anything that shaves me closer than a Mach 3 razor. And I have a pretty tough beard. Shick, Wilkinson, any electric product - nothing works as well. > > YMMV, as in all things. But I’ll probably give their new product a try. This company has earned my loyalty by making a superior product for decades. I shave my head, and swear by my Mach 3. If you try the vibrating one (that’s how I think of it… hmmmm… just how powerful are those mini-pulses? plausible deniability – easier to pack than a vibrator?) and report back, I’ll be eager to know what you think. ---
**Author:** ![Winterwren](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/919ad9/32.png) [@Winterwren](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Winterwren)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2004, 4:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140/38 "2004-06-06T16:28:15Z")
> [@Winterwren](#): > > I shave my head, and swear by my Mach 3. If you try the vibrating one (that’s how I think of it… hmmmm… just how powerful are those mini-pulses? plausible deniability – easier to pack than a vibrator?) and report back, I’ll be eager to know what you think. Duh… just finished reading down the thread. I might have to go shopping this afternoon. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/three-pulsing-blades-because-youll-buy-anything/248140.md?page=1)