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**No returns on used blades**

Blade Specifications
Length: 21”
Width: 2.5”
Center Hole: 1/2”
Thickness: .250”

A. Measure Blade Length

B. Measure Blade Width

C. Measure the Center Hole

Mid-Lift Mower Blades – RAZOR & Gold Standard™ (Premium)

Balanced Lift. Consistent Cut. Built to Perform.
Mid-lift blades are the most versatile choice for everyday mowing. Designed to closely match OEM airflow, they deliver consistent cut quality across a wide range of conditions without excessive lift or drag. On this page, you’ll find two mid-lift options built for different performance expectations—the value-driven RAZOR Blade and the premium Gold Standard™ Blade.

Both blades are engineered to perform like factory blades—only better. The difference lies in edge longevity, material strength, and long-term durability.

Which Blade Is Right for You?

RAZOR Blade – Reliable Mid-Lift Performance Without the Premium Price

The RAZOR blade delivers exactly what most operators want from a mid-lift blade: predictable airflow, a long cutting edge, and dependable all-season performance. Built from hardened steel and finished with a corrosion-resistant coating, RAZOR is a solid upgrade from factory blades and an excellent choice when you want quality results while staying budget-conscious.

Gold Standard™ Blade – OEM Lift, Upgraded to a Premium Level

The Gold Standard™ Blade is engineered to replicate OEM lift and airflow—but enhanced with Ballard’s premium GOLD technology. Featuring our Titanium Carbide cutting edge that stays sharp up to 4× longer, higher Rockwell hardness, and a thicker, more durable blade body, this is the mid-lift blade for operators who demand consistency, longevity, and fewer sharpenings over time.

Once you run GOLD, it becomes the new standard.

The Bottom Line

If you want dependable mid-lift performance at a great value, RAZOR delivers clean, consistent results season after season.
If you want OEM-style lift with premium materials, fewer sharpenings, and longer blade life, the Gold Standard™ Blade is the clear upgrade.

FEATURES – RAZOR MID-LIFT BLADE

• Mid-lift design with 0.90" fin height for all-season performance
• Longer cutting edge than most factory and aftermarket blades
• Rockwell 44–46 hardened, heat-treated steel for dependable blade life
• Statically balanced for smooth operation
• Silver corrosion-resistant powder-coat finish
• Works great as a single blade or in dual X-Blade setups. Click here to Learn more about using X-Blades!
• Delivers strong performance without draining your pocketbook

FEATURES – Gold Standard™ BLADE (PREMIUM)

• True mid-lift design that closely mirrors OEM airflow and performance
• 0.03 mm Titanium / Carbide beaded cutting edge running the full cutting edge length for extreme sharpness retention
• Cutting edge stays sharp up to 4× longer (when used correctly)
• Rockwell 46–48 heat-treated steel for superior durability and consistency
• Extra-long cutting edge for cleaner, more precise results
• Compatible with single-blade or dual X-Blade systems. Click here to Learn more about using X-Blades!
• Easy sharpening with all standard methods
• Extended blade life and improved cutting consistency
• Signature gold powder-coated finish
• 8 mm carbide width applied to the bottom cutting edge
• 0.250" blade thickness (excluding some specialty sizes)
• 1" total fin height