Karve Goatlander Brotherhood (KGB)

[NotBloomingAL]

My new aluminum Overlander arrived today.

I ordered it on February 9th; and today, March 20th it arrived via DHL. I think I might shave with it this evening.

The picture does not do the 3.5" Project X handle justice. It's really a cool looking handle.

 

[craigq]

Lovely
Boss photo comp too

 

[ric164]

The Overlander shined again this morning.

Razor: Karve Overlander, brass
Blade: GSB (5)
Pre-Shave: Proraso Red
Soap: Cella Red
Brush: EJ Silvertip
AS: Floïd The Genuine

Have a blessed day.

 

[Proper Irish]

My Overlander arrived today.

First shave was with 4 days growth. (Thick, course, curly hair)
I haven’t gone this long between shaves since I started shaving with a DE razor, wasn’t sure how well it would go.
Not only did the Overlander plow right through it, It’s my best shave to date. My neck & face feel amazing.
Passed over dicey spots like moles, Adam’s apple, etc like a dream.
The ATG pass… wow. I understand what everyone is talking about now.
It almost felt smoother than the WTG pass.

It’s more efficient than my other razors while somehow feeling safer and gentler. How is that even possible? The machining and tolerances are extremely impressive as well.

1 shave and it immediately became my new favorite razor.

 

[NotBloomingAL]

My Overlander arrived today.

First shave was with 4 days growth. (Thick, course, curly hair)
I haven’t gone this long between shaves since I started shaving with a DE razor, wasn’t sure how well it would go.
Not only did the Overlander plow right through it, It’s my best shave to date. My neck & face feel amazing.
Passed over dicey spots like moles, Adam’s apple, etc like a dream.
The ATG pass… wow. I understand what everyone is talking about now.
It almost felt smoother than the WTG pass.

It’s more efficient than my other razors while somehow feeling safer and gentler. How is that even possible? The machining and tolerances are extremely impressive as well.

1 shave and it immediately became my new favorite razor.



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Heh, it took me four shaves to figure it out. So my guess is, it will get even better. It's really a surprise how well it goes through multiple days growth. It's such a great razor.

 

[Galibier_Numero_Un]

My Overlander arrived today.

First shave was with 4 days growth. (Thick, course, curly hair)
I haven’t gone this long between shaves since I started shaving with a DE razor, wasn’t sure how well it would go.
Not only did the Overlander plow right through it, It’s my best shave to date. My neck & face feel amazing.
Passed over dicey spots like moles, Adam’s apple, etc like a dream.
The ATG pass… wow. I understand what everyone is talking about now.
It almost felt smoother than the WTG pass.

It’s more efficient than my other razors while somehow feeling safer and gentler. How is that even possible? The machining and tolerances are extremely impressive as well.

1 shave and it immediately became my new favorite razor.

I rarely go as long as 48 hours between shaves.

I've been experimenting with a Tatara Masamune as of late, and I noticed that in mowing down this 48 hour growth, and with a light touch, the razor was bouncing around on the first pass.

I never experienced this with either my brass or ss Overlander.

... Thom

 

[rsp1202]

My Overlander arrived today.

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Is that a 3.75" or 4" handle?

 

[Proper Irish]

Is that a 3.75" or 4" handle?

4” handle. I like some extra length to rest my pinky finger on.

 

[ric164]

Had a decent CCS this morning.

Razor: Karve Overlander, brass
Blade: GSB (6)
Pre-Shave: Proraso Red
Soap: Proraso Red
Brush: EJ Silvertip
AS: Proraso Red Balm

Have a blessed day.

 

[rudygu]

I just ordered a brass Overlander with G-Tech handle. Cant wait to join you guys in a few weeks!

 

[ric164]

I just ordered a brass Overlander with G-Tech handle. Cant wait to join you guys in a few weeks!

Congrats. You will love it.

 

[Kix]

March 22, 2024 Friday shave

Razor: Karve Overlander, aluminum
Blade: Dorco Prime (1)
Soap: Murphy and Mc Neil The Great Bear
Brush: Omega 10066 boar
Post shave: Omega alum block, Thayer's Witch Hazel
Aftershave: Pinaud Clubman

Wow, this was an adventure shave! Everything worked out well, but the soap added an unpleasant dimension.

The good news: fabulous 3 pass shave, no weepers, etc. and no irritation. No alum or aftershave feedback

The not so good news: I used a soap sample provided by Murphy and Mc Neil. The first try to make lather made bubbles and no usable lather.
I dumped it out and started over. This time the lather was just ok. In use, the lather didn't have the slickness I always get with other soaps. It seemed to dry out a bit, too.

The most alarming part of using this soap was the burning sensation I got when I applied it. I hastened to get the passes over with and rinse the soap off. It was very unpleasant. I suspect that there may have been a serious issue with the formulation of this soap. I will look into sending the sample back to the maker for analysis. It was really bad.

In spite of the soap disaster, the shave was excellent. Returning to the Overlander after a few shaves with other razors, I am reminded of how perfect this razor is for me, and apparently for many others as well!

10/10 BBS

Enjoy your Friday!

 

[NotBloomingAL]

March 22, 2024 Friday shave

Razor: Karve Overlander, aluminum
Blade: Dorco Prime (1)
Soap: Murphy and Mc Neil The Great Bear
Brush: Omega 10066 boar
Post shave: Omega alum block, Thayer's Witch Hazel
Aftershave: Pinaud Clubman

Wow, this was an adventure shave! Everything worked out well, but the soap added an unpleasant dimension.

The good news: fabulous 3 pass shave, no weepers, etc. and no irritation. No alum or aftershave feedback

The not so good news: I used a soap sample provided by Murphy and Mc Neil. The first try to make lather made bubbles and no usable lather.
I dumped it out and started over. This time the lather was just ok. In use, the lather didn't have the slickness I always get with other soaps. It seemed to dry out a bit, too.

The most alarming part of using this soap was the burning sensation I got when I applied it. I hastened to get the passes over with and rinse the soap off. It was very unpleasant. I suspect that there may have been a serious issue with the formulation of this soap. I will look into sending the sample back to the maker for analysis. It was really bad.

In spite of the soap disaster, the shave was excellent. Returning to the Overlander after a few shaves with other razors, I am reminded of how perfect this razor is for me, and apparently for many others as well!

10/10 BBS

Enjoy your Friday!

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Thankfully it was only a sample.

 

[ric164]

A nice, easy shave this sunny Saturday morning.

Have a blessed weekend men.

 

[Proper Irish]

2nd shave with the aluminum Overlander.
•Perma-Sharp blade(2).

Gentlemen, this razor is shockingly good.
I can’t get over the machining tolerances, this is OCD level manufacturing.
Absolutely brilliant shave, best I’ve had to date. I love this thing.

I’ll certainly end up getting the stainless steel version, even though I prefer lighter razors and will probably favor the aluminum. I might just use the ss head and put the aluminum handle on it

 

[ric164]

I had a great Overlander shave this morning.

Razor: Karve Overlander, brass
Blade: Personna Lab Blue (1)
Pre-Shave: PAA ICE Cube 2.0
Soap: The Dead Sea
Brush: EJ Silvertip
AS: The Dead Sea

Have a blessed day everyone.

 

[rsp1202]

My first thoughts after comparing my aluminum Overlander with a Lambda Athena. I'm impressed with the latter and never giving up the former.

 

[Kix]

March 24, 2024 Sunday shave

Razor: Karve Overlander, aluminum
Blade: Dorco Prime (2)
Soap: Razorock New York
Brush: Maggard marble handle synthetic
Post shave: Omega alum block, Thayer's Witch Hazel
Aftershave: Old Spice Original

This was a three pass shave on 48 hours growth. The shave was excellent in every way.
The Overlander, once again, provided a super close, but easy on the skin shave. So gratifying!
No weepers, etc. and no irritation. No alum feedback.

10/10

Have a great day!

 

[ric164]

Well, this Blue Monday gave me a fantastic, comfortable and easy BBS- with the Overlander. What a great way to start the week.

Have a blessed week.

 

[rsp1202]

After spending time with the Lambda Athena, my takeaway is that the Overlander aluminum will remain my main (and only DE) razor for the foreseeable future. I've called the Athena a jewel, and it is in most every aspect. And it costs nearly as much. If I had the money, then maybe I'd consider adding it to the kit, but the reality is that I can't get there from here. Its build quality is exceptional, and the extra efficiency it provides is welcome, but the Overlander's lighter weight is a comfort, its efficiency level is more than adequate for my needs, and its smoothness is still tops. For me.

I'm thankful to have gotten the chance to experience the Athena. It deserves its accolades. I'm equally glad the Overlander works as well as it does; it had become literally my last hope on the DE horizon. Certainly a great razor in its own right.