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**No returns on used blades**

Blade Specifications
Length: 16 1/2”
Width: 2.5”
Center Hole: 5/8”
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