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Re:Shaving is an example of how consumer products extract mo... by bbojan on Saturday May 07, 2022 @03:09PM (#31297554)
I've been using an electric razor for years, too, and I agree that they are much cheaper and more environmentally friendly.

The only reason I've had to replace them so far is that it becomes impossible to buy replacement blades and foil. So I have to buy a model that is only superficially different, instead of just replacing the expendables.

Re:Shaving is an example of how consumer products extract mo... by betwixthewires on Saturday May 07, 2022 @03:31PM (#31297767)
They do this on purpose, create non-interchangable disposable parts and EOL the system by ending manufacture of those parts.

You can do what the article says and just buy a double bladed razor, more environmentally friendly because you don't get stuck in this trap, the disposable part is just steel, it's easily manufactured and not proprietary. Or, you can buy the disposable parts for your electric shaver with the shaver, keeping in mind the actual, working lifespan of the device. Or, you can use a straight razor and a strop, no disposable parts necessary.