ROCNEL ELITE BRASS

[craigq]

Do you like both handles? How do they compare in use?

Mine is the "gecko feet" handle. I think both look great.

Happy shaves,

Jim

Hi Jim. I like the looks of both, everyone's photos here are great

My "feet of the gecko" version is still in the packaging, I haven't opened it, so I cannot compare. I had no issues today with the smooth version. The aural feedback had me a bit worried and I was extra careful, but it turned out to be a great razor (well, admittedly after 1 use).

 

[Chan Eil Whiskers]

Hi Jim. I like the looks of both, everyone's photos here are great

My "feet of the gecko" version is still in the packaging, I haven't opened it, so I cannot compare. I had no issues today with the smooth version. The aural feedback had me a bit worried and I was extra careful, but it turned out to be a great razor (well, admittedly after 1 use).

Thanks. I'll stay tuned.

Happy shaves,

Jim

 

[Sascoman]

Lovely 2 Pass’er with Gillette 7oclock Yellow

 

[Mr Konrad Dundee]

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Lovely 2 Pass’er with Gillette 7oclock Yellow

tell us your impressions

 

[Sascoman]

Truthfully it’s more efficient than I was expecting- like ~3-4 on my Sailor. With the right blade it’s very smooth and efficient

I did have issues with Wizamet and Perma-Sharp sticking on the posts but no issues with Astra’s nor Gillette 7oclock’s

A wonderful shaver and a steal for the $$$

 

[Phoenixkh]

Truthfully it’s more efficient than I was expecting- like ~3-4 on my Sailor. With the right blade it’s very smooth and efficient

I did have issues with Wizamet and Perma-Sharp sticking on the posts but no issues with Astra’s nor Gillette 7oclock’s

A wonderful shaver and a steal for the $$$

I used mine for the first time Monday night... Since I'm a one and done guy, I removed the Perma-Sharp blade after the shave.... It also was a bit tight on the posts as you experienced, but I sort of pried it from both ends and got it out without a mishap, thankfully. I know I could gently sand or polish the posts to get them just a tad thinner, but at this point, I don't think it will be necessary.... brass is soft enough that the stainless steel blades might do the job for me over time.

The shave was wonderful.... I'll use the 2022 SS Elite next shave to compare, but I really think they are more similar than different. The main thing I see is how the SS Elite has curved edges toward the blade and the brass Elite is a perfect rectangle. I'll know if this affects the shave at all after I use the SS Elite again.

All my razors fall into that upper mild to lower medium efficiency zone. I'd say the brass Elite is at the upper end of that scale.... For me, very efficient... 12 hour shaves easily accomplished with very little buffing required. I always have to pay attention to my chin no matter which razor I use. The brass Elite addressed that area with zero drama. For me, it's smooth and comfortable yet close.

I also think it's a steal that the price. It seems more refined than the brass Goodfellas Smile Bayonetta, but again, the shaves are pretty similar... with the Bayonetta being just a tad less efficient, perhaps. I need to do a head to head comparison, but I have a couple other projects in the works so it will be a while before I get to that.

I would say... if a brass Elite shows up on BST at or near the retail price... grab it. I plan to keep mine even though I have the 2202 SS Elite, but I wouldn't be shocked if someone who has both ends up selling one or the other of theirs.

A side note: I really wish these companies who release these inexpensive brass razors would offer an accompanying razor stand. I have mine sitting in a RazoRock SS variable width inkwell stand at the moment.... Not my favorite look but better than it lying down on the countertop.

 

[Chan Eil Whiskers]

I used mine for the first time Monday night... Since I'm a one and done guy, I removed the Perma-Sharp blade after the shave.... It also was a bit tight on the posts as you experienced, but I sort of pried it from both ends and got it out without a mishap, thankfully. I know I could gently sand or polish the posts to get them just a tad thinner, but at this point, I don't think it will be necessary.... brass is soft enough that the stainless steel blades might do the job for me over time.

The shave was wonderful.... I'll use the 2022 SS Elite next shave to compare, but I really think they are more similar than different. The main thing I see is how the SS Elite has curved edges toward the blade and the brass Elite is a perfect rectangle. I'll know if this affects the shave at all after I use the SS Elite again.

All my razors fall into that upper mild to lower medium efficiency zone. I'd say the brass Elite is at the upper end of that scale.... For me, very efficient... 12 hour shaves easily accomplished with very little buffing required. I always have to pay attention to my chin no matter which razor I use. The brass Elite addressed that area with zero drama. For me, it's smooth and comfortable yet close.

I also think it's a steal that the price. It seems more refined than the brass Goodfellas Smile Bayonetta, but again, the shaves are pretty similar... with the Bayonetta being just a tad less efficient, perhaps. I need to do a head to head comparison, but I have a couple other projects in the works so it will be a while before I get to that.

I would say... if a brass Elite shows up on BST at or near the retail price... grab it. I plan to keep mine even though I have the 2202 SS Elite, but I wouldn't be shocked if someone who has both ends up selling one or the other of theirs.

A side note: I really wish these companies who release these inexpensive brass razors would offer an accompanying razor stand. I have mine sitting in a RazoRock SS variable width inkwell stand at the moment.... Not my favorite look but better than it lying down on the countertop.

Thanks for the comparison. I'm probably skipping the non-brass Elites, but could change my mind.

This is a Rex stand.

I don't much like the look. Not a perfect fit, it's plenty okay.

I believe the Opgress stand would work fine, too, but I don't have one. I use a Rex stand for my Opgress.

Happy shaves,

Jim

 

[Mr Konrad Dundee]

Thanks for the comparison. I'm probably skipping the non-brass Elites, but could change my mind.



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This is a Rex stand.

I don't much like the look. Not a perfect fit, it's plenty okay.

I believe the Opgress stand would work fine, too, but I don't have one. I use a Rex stand for my Opgress.

Happy shaves,

Jim

it could go well?

Diameter: 33mm
Shank height: 20 mm
Shank diameter: 5mm

 

[Phoenixkh]

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it could go well?

Diameter: 33mm
Shank height: 20 mm
Shank diameter: 5mm

Who manufactures that one? I'd have to check the diameter of the hole in the bottom, but it might work well.

I'll try my Wolfman razor stand too, but it's more expensive than the razor so I wouldn't buy one just for the brass Elite.

 

[Chan Eil Whiskers]

Who manufactures that one? I'd have to check the diameter of the hole in the bottom, but it might work well.

I'll try my Wolfman razor stand too, but it's more expensive than the razor so I wouldn't buy one just for the brass Elite.

I think maybe the Sailor stand will work, too, but...

 

[Phoenixkh]

I think maybe the Sailor stand will work, too, but...

Same problem: pretty pricey for an inexpensive razor. And the metals wouldn’t match.

I’m using a black ATT aluminum stand for my Bayonetta and it works. I don’t care for the look of brass or bronze with SS, but that’s just one of my many oddities. <eg>

 

[Chan Eil Whiskers]

Same problem: pretty pricey for an inexpensive razor. And the metals wouldn’t match.

I’m using a black ATT aluminum stand for my Bayonetta and it works.

I don't recall that stand. I have an aluminum ATT (I think) but it's not black.

I don’t care for the look of brass or bronze with SS.

Right there with you on that.

Happy shaves,

Jim

 

[Mr Konrad Dundee]

Who manufactures that one? I'd have to check the diameter of the hole in the bottom, but it might work well.

I'll try my Wolfman razor stand too, but it's more expensive than the razor so I wouldn't buy one just for the brass Elite.

Stando Razor

 

[lu20vt]

Smooth and efficient shave with this beauty

 

[JAHE]

The standard Wolfman WRA1 stand is too wide, the brass inkwell stand from Karve is too narrow.

The Timeless Bronze stand snugs fit. Perfect match in terms of diameter.

Cheers!

 

[Mr Konrad Dundee]

Rocnel Elite Brass - Proraso Blu - DSCosmetic Brush - Zingari RS unscented - Wizamet Iridium

What can I say... first of all I put the price as "a real bargain", secondly the razor is of unique beauty, well made and with the right weight thanks to the hollow handle the balance is perfect and it holds very well in the hand.
The shaving...razor that has a particular sound, you can hear it singing despite not having an exaggerated blade exposure "almost neutral or slightly exposed" remains effective without making the blade heard, a very comfortable and effective razor
A pleasure to use razors so well built and with a good effective cut, if you have the chance "get it" you won't be disappointed... I'm forced to use it only with sharp blades otherwise it tends to be a mild razor "but I speak for myself , therefore strictly personal"
Happy shaving everyone

 

[Sascoman]

Amazingly smooth and comfortable when cap is properly torqued down