This is very smooth, lasts longer and the handle is metal/rubber. Very comfortable and the head doesn’t break off like the Venus version. The blades are sharper, easier to replace I have been using it for over two years now. When I forget mine for travel/ do not have a new blade head; and have to use a BIC/ Venus razor I get less of a close shave on my legs, the blade clogs faster even when I wipe off the hair. I highly recommend watching male tips on razor cleaning use because I purchased a 50 pc Mach 3 box from Costco and have no regrets. I have saved so much money. I bought two handles, one for travel and one for home. The blades do not blunt or rust as quickly. In comparison my sister still uses the Venus version and it lasts 2 weeks to my Mach 3 4-6 weeks.

Mach 3 razors have been a staple in my house since they came out. My dad used them, I have used them and everyone I have told has used them. They cut close and we're a great value for your money. I have seen people use them for months even on thick stubble to thin hair on their face and body. The swivel head is perfect for all face types and no need to pull or tug your skin. I do wish those the heads were interchangeable with other Gillette razors.

Hello, JMac = Joanna McCord! :-) Got the Mach 3 razor, and I'm delighted! From the very light weight of the package, I thought, Oh no, it's not the

Hello, JMac = Joanna McCord! :-) Got the Mach 3 razor, and I'm delighted! From the very light weight of the package, I thought, Oh no, it's not the original hefty one! But as you said, one customer "confirmed that it was the old model"... and I hereby confirm that confirmation! The look is different from the original - a lot of silver (like the picture) instead of my 20-year-old dark everywhere - but the feel is right, and so everything is fine. Thanks for your pre-sale help! Best, - Ken

My review/opinion: Men’s Gillette Mach 3 Razor

The product is fine. However, I thought I was also receiving an additional extra cartridge along with the razor handle. I received only a 3-blade razor head.(which I had to attach to the handle)Maybe I didn’t understand it correctly in reading it. The description when ordering stated… 1 razor handle plus one refill cartridge.I thought that meant… I would be getting not only the razor handle and razor 🪒 attachment but also, an extra cartridge.Well, it took a week and a half for this to get to me. It was shipped from Brooklyn, New York and I live in Fort Collins, Colorado it was sent by USPSSo literally, I had to wait 10 days. The only advantage was that I did not have to pay a shipping fee.

SOMETHING HAS CHANGED

The older Mach3 razors (with blue plastic, which I ordered directly via the Gillette website) were fantastic. I've been using the Mach3 and only the Mach3 for over 20 years to shave my head and my face - outstanding.However, the last batch of Mach3 razors (the new variety with black plastic) had to be returned. The shave was clearly subpar by comparison. You could not only feel the difference when shaving, but the razors required going over the same area multiple times to produce a shave which was barely as good as what you could achieve with one or two passes from the older blue plastic Mach3's.I don't know why anyone at the company would make changes to a product that is already perfect. It makes no sense whatsoever. I don't know what I will buy to shave my ... MoreThe older Mach3 razors (with blue plastic, which I ordered directly via the Gillette website) were fantastic. I've been using the Mach3 and only the Mach3 for over 20 years to shave my head and my face - outstanding.However, the last batch of Mach3 razors (the new variety with black plastic) had to be returned. The shave was clearly subpar by comparison. You could not only feel the difference when shaving, but the razors required going over the same area multiple times to produce a shave which was barely as good as what you could achieve with one or two passes from the older blue plastic Mach3's.I don't know why anyone at the company would make changes to a product that is already perfect. It makes no sense whatsoever. I don't know what I will buy to shave my head/face with now, but it will not be the Mach3 any longer.Shame on Gillette for ruining a great razor for no apparent reason.

Smooth but Not Precise

Have used double razor blades for a number of years - I’m cheap and this style of razor gave me the ability to trim hard to reach areas like my cleft chin and tight around under my nose. Double blade razors might have been a bit rougher on the skin, but the trade off was a relatively smooth shave, neat trimming and low price.My new Mach 3 razor is 4x as expensive, did provide a smoother first shave, but the larger head and flat cutting angle makes it rubbish getting in the nook and crannies of my face.The result is I had to pull out my tired old two bladed razor to get into the corners and not leave stray patches of beard being missed. Extra time, effort and irritation having to reshape the areas.Also did not appreciate how much harder it is to place the ... MoreHave used double razor blades for a number of years - I’m cheap and this style of razor gave me the ability to trim hard to reach areas like my cleft chin and tight around under my nose. Double blade razors might have been a bit rougher on the skin, but the trade off was a relatively smooth shave, neat trimming and low price.My new Mach 3 razor is 4x as expensive, did provide a smoother first shave, but the larger head and flat cutting angle makes it rubbish getting in the nook and crannies of my face.The result is I had to pull out my tired old two bladed razor to get into the corners and not leave stray patches of beard being missed. Extra time, effort and irritation having to reshape the areas.Also did not appreciate how much harder it is to place the large, flat head properly on face. Caught my upper lip when sharing since I couldn’t tell precisely where the blade started. Guess I will get used to this over time or constantly look like I was in a fight.Realize Gillete and others can charge more and more for shaving supplies by touting the extra blades they add - some up to six! Would gladly trade some smoothness for a more precise, and quicker, shaving option than this. With price at and over $2/blade, I don’t need to be the best I can be, I just need to not look like a caveman who shaved with a flint stone. Don’t think that’s asking too much.

Still the best shave for the $$

I have been using these blades for the past 15 years, if not longer when they were originally called Mach 3 Turbo. They provide a very good shave at a fair price (could be lower of course). True, your 5 blade razors are better. But they are very pricey. For the record: these razors are superior to other manufactures especially Harry's Razors which boast 5 blades. Yes...these 3 blades provide a better shave than Harry's 5 blade razors. All in all...I am very satisfied with your products...shaving creams as well.

Surprisingly Good

I had another model of Gillette razor a few months ago (maybe it was a ProGlide?) that came with a Braun trimmer, and they were both awful. I swore off using cartridge razors and threw it away, and kept using my DE safety razor. However, I was never 100% happy shaving with that type of razor.Months have passed and I decided today to give cartridge razors (and Gillette) another chance. Well, I'm glad I did because it was by far the best shave I've ever had. I was done shaving my head in under 10 minutes and a second pass wasn't necessary. There was never any tugging and it cut through my hair like warm butter. The handle doesn't feel the greatest and is too light for my liking, but the performance was stellar.I'm gonna try my best to stretch the life of these ... MoreI had another model of Gillette razor a few months ago (maybe it was a ProGlide?) that came with a Braun trimmer, and they were both awful. I swore off using cartridge razors and threw it away, and kept using my DE safety razor. However, I was never 100% happy shaving with that type of razor.Months have passed and I decided today to give cartridge razors (and Gillette) another chance. Well, I'm glad I did because it was by far the best shave I've ever had. I was done shaving my head in under 10 minutes and a second pass wasn't necessary. There was never any tugging and it cut through my hair like warm butter. The handle doesn't feel the greatest and is too light for my liking, but the performance was stellar.I'm gonna try my best to stretch the life of these cartridges since they are quite expensive.

This disposable razor is a cheap plastic handle

I used to work at Shoppers Drug Mart Head Office (a major Canadian retailer )in the 1980s and was sold on the Gillette razor. Eventually in the early 2000s for whatever reason, I switched to a Shick brand of razor.Recently I purchased a Gillette promo pack with multiple replacement blades for travel. While the blades are as sharp as they used to be, they don't seem to stay in the plastic razor handle leading to immense time consing delays and partial shaves, I finish off the shave using an old Shick razer.Reattaching the blades to the cheap handle is frustrating, I have 4 fresh blades left but they are useless without a proper handle assembly.

This is a plastic razor, not a metal one as shown!

The Mach3 is a good razor. The item in the picture is the metal handle razor. The one I received is a plastic handle razor. There is a distinct difference in both the weight and color. This is very misleading. When reaching out to Walmart, they said it is the correct razor. After a little pushback and telling them there is a distinct difference and telling them I want to return it, they told me I have to mail it back to NJ. It is quite the painful process. I would avoid buying this razor unless you want the cheaper plastic one.