Gillette Venus Deluxe Smooth Platinum

I realize the metallic Venus Platinum Cartridge razor is marketed as a woman's razor but I use it instead as a man's MACH3 Cartridge razor (see photos). See "Details" for useful technical information of interest to anyone considering this razor. My wife exclusively uses the Venus Extra Smooth Blade Cartridges and is amazed how smoothly they shave her legs. She prefers using the standard all plastic Venus razor with these cartridges because of the plastic razor's significantly lighter weight which makes it easier for her to control and therefore has less likelihood of razor nicks. An ergonomic light weight razor is well suited to shave a woman's sparse fine leg hair. When I lost my MACH3 razor while on vacation, I discovered my wife's standard plastic Venus razor can also fit the men's MACH3 cartridges! The splendid ergonomic shape of the Venus razor fits a hand better than ANY custom MACH3 razor I have ever used (e.g. Parker Premium White Resin Handle Men's Razor )! The only drawback in using the women's plastic Venus razor as a man's MACH3 razor was that it is extremely light weight (similar to a plastic disposable razor). A heavier weight razor is better at shaving a man's dense heavy beard. When my wife saw this $8 deal on the heavier all metal Venus Platinum razor, she immediately ordered it because I get to keep the solid metal Venus Platinum razor as a MACH3 Cartridge razor for myself and my wife uses the included two Venus Extra Smooth Cartridges as refills for her standard plastic Venus razor. Details: The Venus Platinum razor is made of a satin finished solid metal handle that has a 56g weight which is more than enough weight needed to shave dense thick hairs and use as a MACH3 razor. The standard Gillette MACH3 metallic razor currently weighs about 45g (the original version weighed 50g) and all custom men's MACH3 razors weigh over 60g (some almost 100g) but in this case the Venus Platinum's medium weight is well matched with its ergonomic features. The combination of 5 inch length, weight, and ergonomics makes this razor much easier to accurately control in the hand than heavier razors while still providing the needed heft to smoothly shave a dense beard. The ergonomic details of the handle's slightly arched shape and flattened pommel are perfect for a palm's grip. The textured rubber surfaces on the metal handle provide excellently placed finger-grips for use with wet hands. The back of the handle has an ergonomic rubber ridge near the top of its spine that provides precise control of the razor by functioning as either an index-finger-rest or a thumb-rest while shaving. The razor's cartridge-latch mechanism holds cartridges very securely attached and the offset head angles the cartridge well to avoid nicks while shaving varying contours such as a face or neck. Though Venus cartridges use the same identical cartridge-latch mechanism as the older MACH3 cartridge product line, Venus cartridges are a wider cartridge and the razor's correspondingly larger head-width is the only clue the Venus Platinum razor was not intended for use as a MACH3 Cartridge razor (see photos). Summary: Gillette should make a men's version of this razor tailored for the MACH3 cartridges. Until then, the women's Venus Platinum razor is THE VERY BEST ERGONOMIC MEN'S MACH3 CARTRIDGE RAZOR AVAILABLE AT ANY PRICE. Luckily my wife doesn't like the razor's significant additional weight or else I wouldn't get to keep it for myself!

MY ⭐️RATINGS: 5⭐️- EXCEEDS MY EXPECTATIONS! TOP QUALITY & MUST HAVE. These are the only blades that I will use. I haven’t used anything besides Gillette Venus razor blades in the last two decades. I don’t have to shave very often, so when I get a box of six blades, it usually lasts about 6 to 8 months. All of the Gillette Venus razors leave my skin soft and smooth. These Razor Refills are exactly as advertised, and work well. The PRICE is in the usual range.

Great and soft

I'm only reviewing the handle itself. I haven't used the blades that came with it- but I use several different types of the venus blades and love them all. First impression, love the handle. It feels weighty and of good quality. I have been using venus for years and this is by far the best feeling handle they've made. It had what appears to be silicon on the underside of handle for gripping and another section towards head of handle. I don't know how well it will stay on the suction holder that typically comes with venus razors only because it's heavier than the normal pink ones. Which leads to why I left 4 stars instead of 5 because I wish it had some type of tray or silicone mat to lay it on after use. Their razor blades don't come with a clear snap on blade cover so you would just have to lay in down on tub/shower rim. So I say if you love venus razor blades then this handle it a no brainer. Great upgrade for sure.

Great shaver. I love the wide blades, as it keeps me from knicking myself! They are of excellent quality and I can use the same blade for like six months. They stay sharp! Very impressive.

I have used the Venus disposable razors for several years now. I finally needed replace my last one since the blades were worn completely down and starting to rust (YIKES, right?!) When looking on Amazon I saw this one by Gillette. I liked that it wasn't a disposable (less plastic for the landfill) and I really liked the price point. I thought I'd give it a try. I am so glad I did! The razer has a nice weight to it which I found refreshing after using the cheap disposable plastic kind of razors for so long. I was able to shave my legs in the shower using plain soap (I didn't have any shaving cream at the time), but let me tell you- the soap worked great with this razor! Not a nick or cut anywhere and the blades glided over my skin so easily. The difference between this and a brand new disposable Venus razor? No comparison!!! Hands down, this razor is amazing and THE BEST razor I have every used! My legs have never been so soft and smooth after shaving. Could it be the charcoal infusion? I have no idea. I just know that I love this razor. This razor is a game-changer for me. I HIGHLY recommend it and would give it 6 stars if I could!

Delivered quickly, well packaged, attractive, great razor. Have used Venus razors for an age now and they're great but bright colored kind of off looking razors in the bathroom that cheapen the whole look if I don't keep hiding them away after use. This is quite beautiful and matches in well with other bathroom elements so for once (yay!) I can leave the razor out and it doesn't look off or mismatched or cheap in the shower. Yay! I saw some comments about the blade packaging being open on the back, and it is, it's not like Venus blade enclosed packaging I have purchased before, but that doesn't bother me, they're good blades, they are clean they aren't used, I'm fine with the more open packaging in the back. Happy with purchase, would buy again.

I bought the Gillette Venus Platinum Extra Smooth Metal Handle Razor with 2 Refills for $10.97 ($12.97 minus the $2.00 coupon offered on Amazon). As my daughter and I often mix up our supplies, I was motivated to find a Venus razor with an appearance distinctively different from the regular blue one. Also, this one just looked super cool. Totally my style. Finally, a razor blade that doesn't look like a favor handed out at a Pink Sweet 16 Party. Once it arrived, I was happy to see that it has a solid metal appearance. It's not hallow plastic wrapped in a cheap silver foil. It actually seems like stainless steel and has some weight to it. After a month of regular use, the razor has maintained its original appearance. The Extra Smooth is now my #1 favorite blade type. It gives a super close shave. I have to use high quality razors and maintain aseptic technique (Eg: Change blades frequently, use different blades for body versus bikini region) as my skin is prone to ingrown hairs and razor burn. This blade works soooo well on my super sensitive skin! Much more so than the Venus "Sensitive" Blades. Even when I'm "speed shaving" in the early morning, I rarely slice my skin up with this blade. It also seems to dry well in between uses. As with all other Venus blades, I haven't been successful in getting the enclosed suction cup holder to work. It always falls down, regardless of the material I place it on. Instead, I place it vertically in my shower organizer caddy in order to allow it to fully dry in between uses.