Lord Premium Safety Razor Model LP1822L

[ntguy]

This is the latest Merkur-like head from LORD which I got this January from LORD Egypt. It's LP1822L. Comes with one pack of BLUEBIRD (5 blades) for $10 including shipping in North America. Add $2 if outside of NA. PAYPAL: [email protected]


Lord Premium Safety Razor Model LP1822L
Merkur like Head


Comes with 1 LORD Platinum Blade.

PLUS BONUS 1 PACK BLUEBIRD.

Authentic LORD Razor made in Egypt by LORD Company.

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ALL METAL RAZOR
Chrome Plated head & Aluminum handle


4.35" Inch long and weighs 1.7 Oz

[waynejitsu]

Hi,
1- Do you still have these in stock (and same price with blades)?

2- Are they all 1st quality or seconds, refurbs, etc?

3- After paypal is sent, how long until they are shipped or customer receives?

Thank you!

[charles_r]

that's a very very decent price considering it's shipped and had a pack of blades too.
the only less expensive ones i've seen are the turkish "Yuma" razor and the chinese ebay specials with plastic handles.

This is the new "L6" Lord, right?

[ntguy]

Hi,
1- Do you still have these in stock (and same price with blades)?

2- Are they all 1st quality or seconds, refurbs, etc?

3- After paypal is sent, how long until they are shipped or customer receives?

Thank you!

1- YES

2- Read my reply to the other post

3- Sent with USPS FCM and takes few days.

Thanks!

[ntguy]

that's a very very decent price considering it's shipped and had a pack of blades too.
the only less expensive ones i've seen are the turkish "Yuma" razor and the chinese ebay specials with plastic handles.

This is the new "L6" Lord, right?

Yes that's right, this is the latest model made by LORD, I got them this January from Egypt and I have not seen anyone else sell them yet. Cheers! Sam

[waynejitsu]

Well, I'll try one- paypal sent for one package deal:)
Thanks...

[talibeard]

Well, I'll try one- paypal sent for one package deal:)
Thanks...

I don't think you will regret your purchase; they are not finished like a Mühle or Merkur but decently made and so good that I didn't just treated myself with a couple of spares but also reserved one for when my son starts shaving. Mine have the same head but the regular (=shorter, but still relatively long) handle.

You can't go wrong! :thumbup1:

[charles_r]

I just ordered 2 :) one to try out myself, one as a gift
I've heard good things about this inexpensive razor.

[ggamyang]

This razor is real deal. It may not be as pretty as my EJ89L but it shaves as good. I liked so much, I just placed an order for 2nd one. :thumbup1:

I got my first delivered 4 days after I placed the order for it. FYI

[ateace]

+1 to above.

This is a great deal. These make excellent travel razors because you don't have to sacrifice shave quality while still having an inexpensive razor that you can shrug off if lost.

Also good enough to be a daily shaver.

[glassmtn99]

Order up.

eric.

[waynejitsu]

Question for everyone that has got one.
It is a 3pc razor, when you put it together, (aprox) how many threads are catching to tighten it?
I ask because my new one catches about 3/4 of a turn and that is all. It does not seem very "secure" and wondered if I have a bad razor or if it is "normal" for this one.

Thank you for any info:)

[talibeard]

Question for everyone that has got one.
It is a 3pc razor, when you put it together, (aprox) how many threads are catching to tighten it?
I ask because my new one catches about 3/4 of a turn and that is all. It does not seem very "secure" and wondered if I have a bad razor or if it is "normal" for this one.

Thank you for any info:)

I just went upstairs to check for you; mine needs 4 1/2 turns so 3/4 turn doesn't seem right.

[waynejitsu]

I just went upstairs to check for you; mine needs 4 1/2 turns so 3/4 turn doesn't seem right.


Thank you for checking:)
even without a blade, it seems like it is just barely holding on.
Do you think grinding down the handle a little (on the end with the threads), until it reaches the the treads would work ok or should I just contact the seller as this may be a lemon.

Thanks!!

[mandoman]

ONE OF THE FIRST RAZORS I BOUGHT AND STILL PART OF MY ROTATION
:thumbup:

[talibeard]

Thank you for checking:)
even without a blade, it seems like it is just barely holding on.
Do you think grinding down the handle a little (on the end with the threads), until it reaches the the treads would work ok or should I just contact the seller as this may be a lemon.

Thanks!!

Both might work (when the thread goes deep enough in the handle to screw it tight after the operation) but I should start contacting the vendor; it isn't advertised as a DIY-kit, or is it?

[waynejitsu]

Both might work (when the thread goes deep enough in the handle to screw it tight after the operation) but I should start contacting the vendor; it isn't advertised as a DIY-kit, or is it?

Thank you,
I will send an email or pm...

[waynejitsu]

I sent a PM yesterday afternoon, about 3:30pm,
He was on the last time, this morning, 10:32am, but I never got a response and back off line.

[Osborn Cox]

Question for everyone that has got one.
It is a 3pc razor, when you put it together, (aprox) how many threads are catching to tighten it?
I ask because my new one catches about 3/4 of a turn and that is all. It does not seem very "secure" and wondered if I have a bad razor or if it is "normal" for this one.

Thank you for any info:)

I just got one last week, and mine is the same.....just barely catches. I have push down on the head and pre-flex the blade to get the threads to catch. Please post what if any reply you get.

[waynejitsu]

I just got one last week, and mine is the same.....just barely catches. I have push down on the head and pre-flex the blade to get the threads to catch. Please post what if any reply you get.

I will. If you hear from him, please do the same.
Before I bought it I asked if they were 2nds, refurbs, etc.
I was told all were 1st quality. Some may be, but so far we know of 2 that are not 1st quality...

[ntguy]

Hi Guys,

This is the way it's made, it catches about 1.5 to 2 turns and it holds on tight, it's quite solid, I use one on a daily basis since I got them about 3 months ago and never had any problems, if it was a hammer I would be worried:wink2: Sam

[waynejitsu]

I just checked mine.
First, I put a blade in it (Derby), then tightened it all the way, as tight as it would get without putting an unreasonable amount of pressure on it, just a bit more than my other razors.
After the blade was in, I put a line on the end of the handle using a black marker, a straight line, facing up.
I then began to turn counterclockwise. BEFORE the line was facing down, the handle came off, meaning it is held on with 1/2 of a turn or 1/2 of a thread.
IMO, that is NOT normal in any razor.

"If" mine would hold on at 1.5 - 2 turns I would be thrilled, but less than 1/2 of a turn is just not right...

[Osborn Cox]

I just checked mine.
First, I put a blade in it (Derby), then tightened it all the way, as tight as it would get without putting an unreasonable amount of pressure on it, just a bit more than my other razors.
After the blade was in, I put a line on the end of the handle using a black marker, a straight line, facing up.
I then began to turn counterclockwise. BEFORE the line was facing down, the handle came off, meaning it is held on with 1/2 of a turn or 1/2 of a thread.
IMO, that is NOT normal in any razor.

"If" mine would hold on at 1.5 - 2 turns I would be thrilled, but less than 1/2 of a turn is just not right...

I agree, I just did the same, using a sharpie marker. 1/4 turn maybe slightly more. My biggest concern is having to use downward pressure on the head to get the threads to catch, that has bloody accident written all over it.

[ntguy]

No you don't. Just try to screw it in few times tightly without the blades! It should sit better after that.

[Osborn Cox]

No you don't. Just try to screw it in few times tightly without the blades! It should sit better after that.

I respectfully disagree.

[waynejitsu]

I respectfully disagree.


I have to agree with you Osborn. What was just recommended was the first thing I did, I tried everything to help it catch the threads, but look down the side as you are putting on the handle the the 2pc head, metal is to metal, the threads only come through so far and the threads in the handle are too deep to catch and tighten properly.
I dare say, after a number of uses, that 1/2 thread that it is now catching will either get worn, break, get bent or no longer tighten.

Use ANYTHING and only tighter 1/2 a thread and see how well it works and how long it lasts.

IMO, pure and simple, we got 2nds. Maybe not on purpose, but if everyone else is getting 1.5 turns, 2.0 turns and more and we only get 1/2 or less of a turn, there is a problem. I am 48 and know how to screw correctly..., c'mon, you know when a bolt or screw is not correct, like when it is cross threaded, when it is the wrong pitch or when there is not enough threads or when the threads start too deep on the opposite end.
I have worked with my hands all my life, even when I went into engineering, I was hands on and know how to tighten a screw..., one of the most basic things you can do..., case in point, we have 4 birds and they can unscrew something and screw it back on if they want to- A BIRD.
I said that to say, I believe Osborn Cox and I know how to screw a handle on properly..., I am able to do it with ALL my other razors, Gillettes, Merkurs, DR Harris, Muhle, Stahly, and whatever else I have in rotation. Don't get me wrong, I like it, I just wish it would screw on properly and I would not have to worry about that last 1/2 thread rendering the razor unusable.

Just my thoughts on the matter:)

[ntguy]

1/2 turn is not normal, email me directly with your address and I'll send you a replacement. I'm curious to know the length of the threaded part on those two razors!...Sam

[talibeard]

1/2 turn is not normal, email me directly with your address and I'll send you a replacement. I'm curious to know the length of the threaded part on those two razors!...Sam


:thumbup1: That is the spirit!

I checked this thread a couple of times just to see how things were developing and I think you are doing the right thing here! Man, I love those razors and at this price-point you can maybe not expect the same QC as with +$40 razors but still you should be able to shave safely with them.

I just hope your entire batch is not like this Sam!

[Osborn Cox]

Sam-
The threaded part on mine extends just less than 3/8" from the bottom of the head. I appreciate you correcting the situation, I will email my details.

[waynejitsu]

Problem...,
I put my handle to a grinder to try to fix it as I did not think I would hear back for quite some time from our last PM, so, getting it back at this point will do no good, it has been ground down to try to get it to work.
I can measure the threads from where it bottom's out to where the threads start. But from where the threads are at the top to the end of the handle..., to late, stupid me..., right:blushing:

If you want what measurements I can get or my address, PM me and let me know, it would be greatly appreciated:thumbup:

[glassmtn99]

Lord razor with Merkur style head received. No problems with threading on mine. Thanks!

eric.

[jbaca]

the concerns people have so hold your horses :001_smile

[waynejitsu]

the concerns people have so hold your horses :001_smile


Yes, he is taking care of the problems. So far, there seems to only be 2 problem razors and he is sending both of us a new one, so, it is not like a widespread problem or he is not taking care of the problem-

1- So far, only 2 razors had a problem
2- He is taking care of both of us that wound up with a bad razor.

The head on the razor is worth more than $10, IMO.
"If" you had an extra handle that would fit, you could still use it or if you had the money to get a nice handle made, you would have a VERY nice razor- fairly cheap, compared to what razors of this quality sell for.
If I had the money, I would but 3 - 5 more, just as extra's, back up,s, etc...,

Thank you for standing behind your sale and taking care of the problems, of which there have ONLY been 2..., pretty good record:)

[talibeard]

If I had the money, I would but 3 - 5 more, just as extra's, back up,s, etc...,


That is what I did too; I gave away one, used two others in a trade and have 4 left; one in use and three as back up/ training wheels for my eldest.

No regrets! :thumbup1:

[waynejitsu]

My replacement razor arrived today.
Thank you for being an honest seller and standing behind what you sell. If I get some extra $$, I would like to buy another, just to have as back up, it is awsome for the price!!

THANK YOU!!!

[Rufust445]

FWIW I have a Lord Smart Razor with the same head, and a plastic handle force fit onto a metal ferrule.

Without a blade it does ~2 1/2 turns from first catch to snug. The stud in the top plate shows about 6 threads below the bottom of the base plate, again without a blade.

The female threads in the ferrule/collar go about 11mm below the top surface, and the threads start about 3mm from the top surface. Net thread length is about 8mm.

[dilly-b]

Picked one of these up from Sam about a month ago - I absolutely love it! The Lord shaves incredibly well, it gives excellent feedback, and it is very nimble and use is very natural and intuitive. With the prices 'antiques' are fetching these days, now there's no reason not to buy a new razor, especially if he's going to throw in some blades too!

[bcock]

Got my razor in 5 days.

Very Nice for the price


Thanks!!!

[Osborn Cox]

Sorry for the delay on this update, I was on vacation and my replacement razor was in the mail when I returned home late last night. The new razor is much better, 2 full turns on the threads to snug it up. I would like to thank Sam for being a "stand up" vendor and sending out a replacement for the defective razor. It is a nice razor and I would recommend one to anyone who is interested.

Thanks again Sam, job well done. I will not hesitate to use this vendor again.

[waynejitsu]

Yup!!
Been using mine and it just keeps getting better.
I would like to maybe get another one later if you will have them for a while.
Email me and let me know how long you will have them at this price
Thanks!

[ntguy]

I was hesitant to post this statement since I sell them but I had to. I sell different razors and have a collection of other well known razors for my personal use including some vintage razors. Since I started using the new lord premium, I have it in my rotation for 3 times a week at least, well balanced tool.

[scootergeek]

Is this special for B&B members? The flat $10? How about a blade sampler along with? How much would that be? I'm in either way.. will PayPal funds as soon as I hear back.

[talibeard]

I was hesitant to post this statement since I sell them but I had to. I sell different razors and have a collection of other well known razors for my personal use including some vintage razors. Since I started using the new lord premium, I have it in my rotation for 3 times a week at least, well balanced tool.


It is an addictive piece of equipment, I know...:001_cool:

[ntguy]

Is this special for B&B members? The flat $10? How about a blade sampler along with? How much would that be? I'm in either way.. will PayPal funds as soon as I hear back.

Send me a PM to let me know which blades you want and I'll quote you on it.

Cheers...Sam

[scootergeek]

Mine is "In the mail" I can hardly wait! Now the AS begins... ;-) "Remember to Keep it Simple"... keep repeating the mantra.

[insight]

I got my razor earlier on in the week but didn't get a chance to try it out until today. I gotta say, for something costing 10 dollars shipped it easily performs as good or better than razors costing 3 times the price. Sure, its not the "prettiest" razor but it sure works very nicely!

[Osborn Cox]

I got my razor earlier on in the week but didn't get a chance to try it out until today. I gotta say, for something costing 10 dollars shipped it easily performs as good or better than razors costing 3 times the price. Sure, its not the "prettiest" razor but it sure works very nicely!

+1
I've had a chance to use mine a couple of times now and I am Impressed, good bang for the buck.

[scootergeek]

I got my razor earlier on in the week but didn't get a chance to try it out until today. I gotta say, for something costing 10 dollars shipped it easily performs as good or better than razors costing 3 times the price. Sure, its not the "prettiest" razor but it sure works very nicely!

Mine should arrive today. Keeping my beard to try out this afternoon. Will spend time with instructional videos today. :w00t:

[ggamyang]

You won't be disappointed. The Lord is an excellent razor. :)

[scootergeek]

You won't be disappointed. The Lord is an excellent razor. :)
I hope so. I really have nothing to compare it to. Yet. :001_cool:

[talibeard]

I hope so. I really have nothing to compare it to. Yet. :001_cool:

I can guarantee you that you will get a hard time finding a better shaver when you like this one. It is easy enough to find a better looking razor but a better shaving one? You are in for a couple of disappointments when you want to 'upgrade' from here....:thumbup1:

[scootergeek]

Nice to hear! I just posted the synopsis on my first shave, here (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=199034). Summary?? SUCCESS! :thumbup::thumbup1:


I can guarantee you that you will get a hard time finding a better shaver when you like this one. It is easy enough to find a better looking razor but a better shaving one? You are in for a couple of disappointments when you want to 'upgrade' from here....:thumbup1:

[Statement]

I've used my Lord a few times since I've gotten it and the reports do not lie, it is an amazing shave. I had initially bought it to create a basic starter kit to convince my friends to start wetshaving but now... I just can't give it up. I guess I'll have to buy a few more...

[bcock]

Noticed some dings on my head. Will they affect the quality of my shave at all?

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[jbaca]

the castings are probably not as smooth as they could be but its 10.00
have you shaved with it:thumbup1:

[Kevan]

Noticed some dings on my head. Will they affect the quality of my shave at all?

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/yy350/rscorcoran/IMG_20110404_161750.jpg

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/yy350/rscorcoran/IMG_20110404_161726.jpg

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I doubt it. Having never used the razor I can't really say anything except it's all about how the head bends and holds the blade. That, in a nutshell, is all safety razors do. So I don't think those dents will affect anything.

[waynejitsu]

Noticed some dings on my head. Will they affect the quality of my shave at all?

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/yy350/rscorcoran/IMG_20110404_161750.jpg

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/yy350/rscorcoran/IMG_20110404_161726.jpg

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What do you think?
How has it been shaving?
It looks like it has been used several times, what kind of quality shave are you getting?
I compared mine to a Gillette Fat Boy today and this one gives me a better shave.
For $10, it is a best buy, best razor. I wish I had 10 of them just so I would never run out of one. I may just go ahead and get another one to "be safe" :)

[bcock]

What do you think?
How has it been shaving?
It looks like it has been used several times, what kind of quality shave are you getting?
I compared mine to a Gillette Fat Boy today and this one gives me a better shave.
For $10, it is a best buy, best razor. I wish I had 10 of them just so I would never run out of one. I may just go ahead and get another one to "be safe" :)

I've been messing around with blades, but I'll throw a derby in it soon. The blade still sit right I think.

I'm with ya on getting a back up

[Kevan]

Are these still available? His website seems to only have the Lord Tech clone, not the L6.

[charles_r]

I got the Lord L6 a little while back from ntguy. Nice beginner's tool in my opinion. I found it very light compared to my EJ89 but the shave was just as good.

Hey ntguy, I just noticed something... were are you from? It is Champlain, NY, USA or is it Laval, Quebec? :)

I'm from Laval myself, moving to Mirabel soon. I'm set with blades for a while, but if you're local to me to avoid shipping, we'll probably do business again.

[Kevan]

Just threw one of these in with my last Amazon order. Hoping when it gets here, I can swap out the aluminum handle with the long handle from my Merkur 33c (the head of which I gave to a friend). I'm thinking it should fit, unless the screw on the LORD's cap is too long. This looks to be the ideal travel razor.

[thosriley]

Shaving with one of these for several months. Works fine. A little light in the hand but you get used to it.

[Doug123]

Are these still available? His website seems to only have the Lord Tech clone, not the L6.

I'd like to know also, don't see them...

[bcock]

I'd like to know also, don't see them...

he still has them. I ordered a second one last night by paypal and it's already on it's way. He has em on ebay too

[ntguy]

I'd like to know also, don't see them...

Yes, the offer is still valid. Cheers! Sam

[scootergeek]

I believe it now. I keep going back to this razor, as the Parker I got just eats my face. It is a little light in the hand, I can see the benefit to getting a heftier handle. That being said, I haven't cut myself very much at all with it.


I can guarantee you that you will get a hard time finding a better shaver when you like this one. It is easy enough to find a better looking razor but a better shaving one? You are in for a couple of disappointments when you want to 'upgrade' from here....:thumbup1:

[scootergeek]

Curious - how did that mod work out? :001_cool:


Just threw one of these in with my last Amazon order. Hoping when it gets here, I can swap out the aluminum handle with the long handle from my Merkur 33c (the head of which I gave to a friend). I'm thinking it should fit, unless the screw on the LORD's cap is too long. This looks to be the ideal travel razor.

[GuitarGuy]

Just ordered one through the Amazon store...
My youngest son is graduating from HS this year and has expressed interest in moving to a DE razor. Thought this would make a nice starting point for him...
Of course - I will have to make sure it is good before I pass it on to him... Hmmm... Maybe I should've ordered two...

THANKS!

[talibeard]

Just ordered one through the Amazon store...
My youngest son is graduating from HS this year and has expressed interest in moving to a DE razor. Thought this would make a nice starting point for him...
Of course - I will have to make sure it is good before I pass it on to him... Hmmm... Maybe I should've ordered two...

THANKS!

I think so too; after I got my first and used it for a couple of weeks I bought one for my eldest son (he was 5 or 6 at the time :001_rolle) as well as a couple of spares. I have a few more fav razors but this one gets used as much or more as the others combined.

[talibeard]

I believe it now. I keep going back to this razor, as the Parker I got just eats my face. It is a little light in the hand, I can see the benefit to getting a heftier handle. That being said, I haven't cut myself very much at all with it.

I hate it to tell people I told them so, but; I told you so!

Sorry to hear about your unlucky Parker encounter!

As for the weight of the handle; for me the balance of the standard razor is close to perfect but some like their handles light and others don't. Typical YMMV here. I think one of the reasons the Lord is so easygoing is because of the light handle and the slightly head-heavy balance it creates.

[bcock]

Ordered a spare and quickly gave it too a buddy who I noticed had terrible razor burn from whatever cartridge he used. Guess I need to order one(or a few) more :thumbup:

[Kevan]

Curious - how did that mod work out? :001_cool:
Sorry I didn't see your post earlier. It actually didn't work that well. The handle fits but I found that the original aluminum handle suits the razor better.

[Phil1-6]

Picked one of these up as part of my Newbie kit. It works very well and is very forgiving. No nicks/cuts yet. I am using the Lord blade that came with and it's been great. Have some Merkur and Walgreen blades to try next.

As some have previously said the handle is a little small in diameter and makes it feels a little top heavy. I'm afraid it will slip out of my hands.

All in all I like it.

[waynejitsu]

You also have another option if you like it that much (I do too)
Contact Bob's Razor Works and have a custom handle made.
Since it shaves so well, I thought the extra investment would be worth it.
A fatter, heavier, nicer handle really makes it nice (and semi-custom), his work is beautiful and absolutely Perfect:thumbup:
You can put the original handle on as a travel razor or just buy a few more..., can't have too many, LOL!

[lackluster dave]

Hi NT - any of these still on offer?

[ntguy]

Yes sir!

[Blix]

ntguy , I got mine a couple days ago, thanks a lot for the surprise bonus blades!
:thumbup1:

I have had my first couple shaves with it and it seems very nice.
I can see myself wanting something a bit heavier eventually, but the balance of it seems right.
I didn't find it too hard to grip it lightly and focus on no pressure, the head-heavy balance seems to help with that.
Seems like an amazing deal for the few dollars I paid!

[Smoothshave]

This razor is my only and first razor. I am shaving with this razor for 2 years now.
The handle is made of aluminium and the head is stainless steel. So it feels heavy. I am still not satisfied. I need a heavier razor which is also adjustable.
The problem with these razor is cleaning. I used an agent which removes the chalk/calcium. The water here has a lot of Ca ions. Accidentally I also put this on the tip of the handle. This resulted in a mat discoloration.

I have comtemplated about my next razor: Fatboy, Vision, Futur. I am now waiting for a Mergress XL and I hope it won't disappoint me.

[jasonled75]

Just pulled the trigger man. You've got money!

Thanks

[Den]

Just received my L6 yesterday and had my first shave with it this morning. I have to say, I'm impressed. Not by the build quality obviously, but the quality of the shave. I had a Merkur 33C at one time but got rid of it on the BST. I got a much better shave out of the L6 than I ever had from the 33C. I'll shave with it a few more times before passing final judgement. I'm not sure if it's the long handle that might have contributed to such a good shave...or maybe my technique was just spot on. Either way, I can see this surpassing my much better made modern and vintage DEs.

[Kevan]

This little thing has supplanted all my razors for the moment. I haven't used anything else for a month. There's just something about how the head holds the blade. Slightly different than a Merkur head, even though the heads look similar. I don't get it, but it gives a better shave than my 33c and it's up there with a Muhle/EJ. The only downside for me aside from the surface flaws is the fact that my favorite blade (7 O'Clock Permasharp) doesn't work well in this razor.

[talibeard]

This little thing has supplanted all my razors for the moment. I haven't used anything else for a month. There's just something about how the head holds the blade. Slightly different than a Merkur head, even though the heads look similar. I don't get it, but it gives a better shave than my 33c and it's up there with a Muhle/EJ. The only downside for me aside from the surface flaws is the fact that my favorite blade (7 O'Clock Permasharp) doesn't work well in this razor.

That is very close to my experience with this humble guy. I just keep going back to the Lord despite the fact I have several Merkurs, Mühles and Gillettes at my disposal. If it would have the finish of the Mühle I simply never would look back but since it hasn't I push some of the others in rotation too now and then...:001_rolle

I did take care to have a lifetime supply of the Lord razors for me as well as my son, just in case......:blush:

[Kevan]

I gave my backup to a friend, who instantly felt the same way I do about it. Methinks I have to get another....and maybe a custom aluminum handle from Bob once he catches up on his orders.

I'm going to try it with Lord Racer blades on tonight's shave. I have a few sample Racers that I never used because I always had a low opinion of Lord blades since they never worked well in other razors for me. But the 1822 seems to like Lord Platinums and Ascos.

[Vic2009]

Ordered one for $12. Actually my son says he's buying it for my birthday. Let's see how a noob (5 wet shaves so far with an EJ89L and Derby blades) fares with this...

[dilly-b]

Easily in my top 5 DE razors, and ideal for a beginner. Very nimble, great feedback and very forgiving - buy some for your friends!:thumbup1:

[Kevan]

Well who'd a thought it? This thing likes Racers. Looks like I'll need to get those in too, funky wrapper and all! This is cracking me up because there was a time when I thought Lord blades were all tin cans in a lot of different wrappers. The Racer wrapper in particular reminded me of an 80's arcade machine. But I guess Lord, like Feather, knows how to design a razor around their blades.

On another note, the Timor 1326 3-piece razor looks very similar to the 1822, but with a shorter handle (same general aesthetic). Has anyone used it?

[Vic2009]

I just shaved with the razor and brush that my boys gave me for my birthday.

- Lord LP1822 loaded with the packaged Lord Platinum blade
- Herban Cowboy boar brush

- L'Occitane Rose de 4 Reines Massage Oil pre-shave
- TOBS sandalwood cream
- L'Occitan ASB

The razor and blade were VERY easy to control, and gave me the best shave (of 9) so far, almost DFS . As dilly-b said, very nimble, great feedback and very forgiving! Certainly easier to handle than my EJ DE89L. A humble looking, stellar performer!

The boar brush surprised me. Compared to my Shea Moisture badger, it holds and keeps more water — mostly in the bristles which tend to clump together and leave a conical gap in the middle. The bristles were not stiff at all. It took more water and a longer to work up my usual lather, and shed a few hairs. More than adequate for $4.99 from Whole Foods Market.

The Lord Platinum blade was fine for this first shave compared to the Derbys I used for my previous shaves.

The Lord LP1822 is a great razor for a noob!

[nipper]

are these razors still available? If so, what is website and price? thanks!

[Vic2009]

Just send ntguy a pm. Information at the beginning of this thread.


are these razors still available? If so, what is website and price? thanks!

[Blix]

are these razors still available? If so, what is website and price? thanks!

http://cgi.ebay.com/Lord-Premium-Safety-Razor-Model-LP1822L-BLUEBIRD-BONUS-/260735524752?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3cb50c5f90


That's what I got starting out. Wonderful razor, very forgiving, yet not so mild it stops you from getting damn fine shaves!

[waynejitsu]

That is very close to my experience with this humble guy. I just keep going back to the Lord despite the fact I have several Merkurs, Mühles and Gillettes at my disposal. If it would have the finish of the Mühle I simply never would look back but since it hasn't I push some of the others in rotation too now and then...:001_rolle


Pick up a cooncatbob or "Bob's razor works" handle and it makes for a nicer looking razor, much classier and better shaving too:)

[talibeard]

Pick up a cooncatbob or "Bob's razor works" handle and it makes for a nicer looking razor, much classier and better shaving too:)

I know Bob makes fine handles as I have one on a vintage (dutch) Gladweg-razorhead but it is not the handle that could have been better for me on the Lord; I like it enough as it is. It is the polishing on the (sides of) the head that shows it is not a top off the market product. For its balance I wouldn't want a heavier handle anyway; for me the balance is great as it is.

I am not really bothered though; the shave and quality of this razor combined with its price make it easily to be the best bang for the buck I've ever seen.

[waynejitsu]

I am sure if the Lord had the same finish as other high end razors we would not have paid only $10..., SHIPPED!!
I have paid alnost as much for shipping as I did this whole razor, it shaves better than average and the finish on mine compares to Merkur, which cost a lot more..., plus Shipping, so I do not feel bad about spending more on a handle if the head is good.
With so many razors out there, everyone has their favorites, especially when you consider custom and Franken-razors, etc. So, another YMMV, LOL:lol:

[ntguy]

Hopefully someone who has already a LORD TECH and the PREMIUM can answer this question. Which one do you find more aggressive?

[talibeard]

Hopefully someone who has already a LORD TECH and the PREMIUM can answer this question. Which one do you find more aggressive?


The new one is milder yet capable of a closer shave in the same # of passes. The Tech has a much lighter head with a less curved top-plate making it harder to let the razor do the job (weight) and it feels not as natural during the shave. Neither is very aggressive but it is almost impossible to hurt yourself with the new one while using a wrong angle on the old one could result in nicks.

Despite being called the Tech it is more aggressive than on a Gillette Tech. The build quality of the head of the old LP1822 is also not as good as on the new one. The handles are of the same quality on both models but threading isn't done identical so it is not always possible to swap handles on the new one and the old one.

[ntguy]

Thank you, I appreciate your reply. This will help quite few people actually as I get questions from buyers trying to find out what's the difference between the tech and the new L6 model. Best Wishes...Sam

[waynejitsu]

OK, now I am a "little" confused, :tongue_sm

I bought one from ntguy, which is that, the Tech or Premium?
Does anyone know where there is a side by side pic of both together.
The head on mine looks like a Merkur, do both Tech and Premium have a Merkur style head?
Thanks for the info:001_smile

[talibeard]

OK, now I am a "little" confused, :tongue_sm

I bought one from ntguy, which is that, the Tech or Premium?
Does anyone know where there is a side by side pic of both together.
The head on mine looks like a Merkur, do both Tech and Premium have a Merkur style head?
Thanks for the info:001_smile

You have the new one (they were both labeled 'premium'); the 'tech'-like razor does not have a casted bar-plate, it is stamped out of sheet metal, and no pins to hold the razor blade on its (much lighter) top-plate. With the old one the blade is positioned on the four corners like with the Gillette Techs, hence its nickname.

[dgilman]

+1 on Talibeard's analysis of the Lord 'Tech' and Premium. My experience with the Tech-style razor was mostly negative; it's way too light for my shaving technique, and either it gave too ineffectual a shave, or it abraded my face badly. I'm pretty fond of the LP1822L, which has been my weapon of choice for months now. In a few more weeks I'll be returning to the US (hurrah!) and I can finally try out the vintage Gillette TTO sent to me as a PIF, but for now, as long as I have a relatively sharp blade like a Lord Platinum or a Supermax, I'm content with the LP1822L.

[waynejitsu]

You have the new one (they were both labeled 'premium'); the 'tech'-like razor does not have a casted bar-plate, it is stamped out of sheet metal, and no pins to hold the razor blade on its (much lighter) top-plate. With the old one the blade is positioned on the four corners like with the Gillette Techs, hence its nickname.

Thank you,
Good explanation..., even I could understand:w00t:

[Sir Walter of Mount Royal]

Ultra affordable and great shave... I couldn't resist. Placed an order last night.

[dilly-b]

IMO, the LORD LP.1822L is as close as you can get to a cart razor in terms of safety - without any sacrifice result-wise. I think you would really have to try to cut yourself with it - and why would you do that? A Super Speed is more dangerous, and sadly, now more expensive. The fact that you can just throw in a blade, tighten and go is a huge plus in terms of user friendliness over anything cheaper out there.

[ntguy]

Please note that the price is now $12 for the razor and one pack of BLUEBIRD blades (Still Free shipping in North America)

[kentclark]

Can't wait to receive mine! Sam, you may also want to update the first post.

[ntguy]

Can't wait to receive mine! Sam, you may also want to update the first post.
Thanks but I can't update the first post!

[ikpatje]

This little thing has supplanted all my razors for the moment. I haven't used anything else for a month. There's just something about how the head holds the blade. Slightly different than a Merkur head, even though the heads look similar. I don't get it, but it gives a better shave than my 33c and it's up there with a Muhle/EJ. The only downside for me aside from the surface flaws is the fact that my favorite blade (7 O'Clock Permasharp) doesn't work well in this razor.

Are there people who still have problems with some type razor blades in tis razor?
What is your favoriet blade in this holder and why ?

[Blix]

Are there people who still have problems with some type razor blades in tis razor?
What is your favoriet blade in this holder and why ?

It's not a problem, this is common for many DE's, some blades works better in certain types of razors. That's just how it is.
Personally I found mine best with Feathers.

[Red Oktober]

Ordered one through the amazon store for the girlfriend - how long do these normally take to reach the UK? Thanks!

[Egmont]

I bought the L6 recently and brought it with me on a 21 day business trip (now day 18) and have used it daily for 3+ weeks (including before the trip for those that can divide by 7...). I get easy, consistently good shaves with this razor. I have been using feather blades (trying to use them up) and these blades work far better in this razor than my other. After I finish the Feather pack, I will work through other varieties.

I can't imagine any razor giving better, easier, no-fuss 2-pass shaves. I guess I am the cheapskate of wet shaving as I've been bowled over by the results from some of the lowest of low cost products, this being one of them..

[leonidas]

...i'm on the Lord bandwagon too....... they are incredible razors for such a low price......... they don't have a very polished finish.......but as long as they perform, the look isn't all that important.............

[vincent]

I have been using the head of a Lord Smart (which I believe is the same as the L6) and the handle of a Feather portable, fairly heavy and grooved. It beats everything else.

[michiganlover]

I have been using the head of a Lord Smart (which I believe is the same as the L6) and the handle of a Feather portable, fairly heavy and grooved. It beats everything else.

Yes, it is the same head. I was doing the exact same thing before the L6 became available stateside. The original plastic handle of the Lord Smart is quite a bit lighter than I would like, so I had swapped it for the aluminum handle off of the Lord Tech (which effectively gave me an identical razor to the L6).

[Leo8701]

I bought this as a travel razor because it is three piece and inexpensive. It doesn't take up much space and if I lose it, who cares? After using it exclusively for three weeks on holiday, I decided it was one of my favorite razors and an awesome everyday shaver! I found it on Amazon for 12 bucks.

[leonidas]

....since i've joined this forum, i've bought higher end razors......... and they do shave well....

............but the Lord for being such a inexpensive razor, shaves great...........i wholeheartly recommend getting one.........

[edgerunner]

I can't resist commenting here. Recently for the sake of experimenting with my facial hair, I bought an inexpensive 3-piece Lord and a similar 3-piece Chinese Concord razors. After one shave with them, and examining their features and qualities, I decided to swap the handles between the two. I was impressed with the outcome from both. They both became much better balanced razors. The aluminum long handle from the Lord works very well with the light mild as a Tech Concord, and the heavier handle with deep knurling from Concord provided better balance and grip for the Lord which now feels like a flare SS. Of course the overall qualities and the plating are not in par with those of the Gillette razors but these are a fine pair of entry razors which can be used by beginners or when one is bored from the daily shaving routines.

[five o'clock]

A newbie to the forum and a recent returnee to DE shaving after many years using the plastic rubbish. Must say I had forgotten how good a shave with a DE can be and am thoroughly enjoying the experience once again. Is it weird that having a shave can be so pleasurable an experience? After just a couple of months I am already hooked and am experimenting with blades, creams, etc. Can now understand what RAD is, and am sure that I am in the early stages myself! After reading so much on the B+B about this one I had to order it today to give it a go. Looking forward to trying it out. Thanks to all on the site for the invaluable information and insight and recommendations.

[Sir Walter of Mount Royal]

A newbie to the forum and a recent returnee to DE shaving after many years using the plastic rubbish. Must say I had forgotten how good a shave with a DE can be and am thoroughly enjoying the experience once again. Is it weird that having a shave can be so pleasurable an experience? After just a couple of months I am already hooked and am experimenting with blades, creams, etc. Can now understand what RAD is, and am sure that I am in the early stages myself! After reading so much on the B+B about this one I had to order it today to give it a go. Looking forward to trying it out. Thanks to all on the site for the invaluable information and insight and recommendations.

Welcome at B&B.

And enjoy!

[chado006]

I've got to bump this thread back up. Just got my L6 in the mail last night, almost couldn't sleep because I wanted to give it a try. So today I threw the Lord Platinum that it came with in and did my regular pre-shave rituals. I got a new soap yesterday too but decided to just stick with the Arko since I wanted to only be changing the razor from yesterday's shave. The razor has a very nice sound and isn't too mild or too aggressive. With a 3 pass shave, I've got almost no irritation, except for my upper lip which I always have a problem with. The end result was a very enjoyable shave and a BBS face. This razor is a keeper for sure and for $12, you can't lose!

[Sir Walter of Mount Royal]

I've got to bump this thread back up. Just got my L6 in the mail last night, almost couldn't sleep because I wanted to give it a try. So today I threw the Lord Platinum that it came with in and did my regular pre-shave rituals. I got a new soap yesterday too but decided to just stick with the Arko since I wanted to only be changing the razor from yesterday's shave. The razor has a very nice sound and isn't too mild or too aggressive. With a 3 pass shave, I've got almost no irritation, except for my upper lip which I always have a problem with. The end result was a very enjoyable shave and a BBS face. This razor is a keeper for sure and for $12, you can't lose!

For the upper lip, the trick that help me is to shave sideways instead of up and down. As for the Lord Platinum blade, it's not bad, but the Feather's are a lot better in conjunction with the LP1822L.

Enjoy your Lord!

[Alebrewer]

Tomorrow I'll start my third week of shaving with my new Lord L6, and to me, I don't think I could have made a better choice to begin my DE shaving. I've tried a couple of the BlueBird blades that came with it, and a Super-Max Super Stainless that I bought in a different order. So far, the BlueBird was slightly better, though the Super-Max was fine also. Tomorrow a Derby will find its way inside the head, and after that, probably an Astra...

I've been "shaving" since around 1978 or so, but now I'm really SHAVING!!! I actually look forward to it every morning now!

[chado006]

For the upper lip, the trick that help me is to shave sideways instead of up and down. As for the Lord Platinum blade, it's not bad, but the Feather's are a lot better in conjunction with the LP1822L.

Yeah, I made the mistake of doing the third ATG on the upper lip since the first two passes were so nice. Gonna have to stick with just two passes on the upper lip, even with this razor. Also, I'll be trying the Feather next but I definitely had a nicer shave with the Lord Platinum in this razor than my others.

[Sir Walter of Mount Royal]

So far, the BlueBird was slightly better, though the Super-Max was fine also. Tomorrow a Derby will find its way inside the head, and after that, probably an Astra...


I really disliked the BlueBird. They are extremely rough compared to higher quality blades. The Astra SP are a lot smoother. And the Derby are the favourite of many shavers here, on B&B.

[Alebrewer]

I really disliked the BlueBird. They are extremely rough compared to higher quality blades. The Astra SP are a lot smoother. And the Derby are the favourite of many shavers here, on B&B.


Put the Derby in the Lord L6 this morning and gave it a spin - DFS! Not sure if it's any better for me than the BlueBird, I'll find out over the next few days. It seems on all of the DE shaving forums I lurk around on, the axiom "YMMV" really rings true with blades in particular. A blade that chews up one guys face, is magic on another guy - razors, soaps, and creams too, but to a lesser extent.

I really like the L6 though, and from what I have ascertained from all of my forum lurking, it seems the L6 is somewhere between mild to moderate as far as aggressiveness goes - and if that's the case, someday I would like to get a milder and more aggressive razor to round out my shaving den.

[Joezie]

This is the only razor I've used so I don't have anything to compare it to but I love this razor.

[faisal]

Has this razor thread problem been solved now or does it still comes with some pieces that have faulty threads to screw the head to the handle.

[ntguy]

Has this razor thread problem been solved now or does it still comes with some pieces that have faulty threads to screw the head to the handle.

More expensive razors have different issues sometimes. If there are any threading issue, contact me directly on [email protected] cheers!

[ksblazer]

More expensive razors have different issues sometimes. If there are any threading issue, contact me directly on [email protected] cheers!

Nice to hear this

I was gifted one of these razors in a PIF pass and liked it so much, that I purchased one from you through Amazon.

I guess I have the one is none and two is one complex.:biggrin1:

[faisal]

More expensive razors have different issues sometimes. If there are any threading issue, contact me directly on [email protected] cheers!

Thanks a lot for your kind response. Actually, after reading your post I realized that the one I ordered yesterday was from your amazon web store and you have already shipped it. Just posted here due to my anxiety never knowing that its a vendor items thread.
Thanks for such a quick dispatch. Hopefully, I wont find any issue with it as I am very careful in using all of my stuff but if there is any problem, I will definitely contact you.

[n2hql]

how do I place an order ?

[Sir Walter of Mount Royal]

how do I place an order ?

Wish4blade store on eBay

[ntguy]

how do I place an order ?

Send PAYPAL payment to: [email protected]

Thanks!

Sam

[BigBuddha74]

Sam,

Do you also still carry the Tech headed version of the Lord razor?

Thanks,
Sean

[ntguy]

You mean the L5? Yes, I do and it's the same price. Cheers!

[ntguy]

Please note if you send $10. You will receive the razor with the rough packaging and no BLUEBIRD blades. This is a very good razor but the company used the cheapest packaging material they have! If you want a pack of BLUEBIRD blades, please add $2.

Thank you.

[kenac]

just ordered one from his account on Ebay.
is this plated chrome or just nice looking aluminum?

[talibeard]

just ordered one from his account on Ebay.
is this plated chrome or just nice looking aluminum?

The handle is aluminium and the head is made from a chrome plated zinc-alloy (just like with EJ, Mühle, Merkur and others).

[Fatboy]

The handle is aluminium and the head is made from a chrome plated zinc-alloy (just like with EJ, Mühle, Merkur and others).

And as one who uses this razor almost daily, I would add that the finish is not as nice as the one's talibeard mentioned, but this is a fantastic shaver. The combo of blade angle and gap has made this easily my favorite razor from the 40 or so I have owned. Hope you enjoy it as well!

[Quintero]

Purchased off of amazon last month. Handle threads on with 1 and 3/4th turns. Wish it grabbed more, but it stays tight. Very pleased with this razor for the price. Handle is slim, but it has not slipped on me. I have recommended this razor to others, and they have had success as well.

[maxzoran]

Man, what an excellent razor. I used mine for the first time this morning with a Kai. Super easy BBS...even better than my slim set a 6

[kenac]

received mine today, same "problem" as others; handle only screws 1turn and half.
badly designed, its not the fault of the seller, nothing to complain about him.
fast seller and good packing, razor is perfect except the thread design.

i have to say i was surprised, quite sturdy construction, heavy head and long handle.
the plating is very slick too, never seen something like it.
would order again/recommended.

[ntguy]

Not to worry about it, if it fails, let me now and I'll send you another head with longer thread on it. FYI: The German merkurs also have their fair share of problems: alignment issues, rust and head breaking right also off finish flaking off, etc...

[kenac]

i know its not a discussion thread, nor a complain one but:

i modified it by fileing the handle a little, i removed a big part of the decoration crown at the top.
this part was not threaded and is the source of the problem, by fileing it you are giving more thread
for the screw to grab into. a simple 5min fix that changed the poor 1.5turn to a good 3-4-5turn.

i shaved with it today, and boy that's a good razor! its even better than my old ball tech gillette.

thank you for the offer, but for the shipping cost and all, its not even your fault to begin with.

[waldoe]

After reading all the good feedback, I've decided to purchase one of these. It will be my first DE razor (I am currently using a Valet Autostrop).

[joeyoeyoey]

I purchased this razor from Sam's amazon store. It was a gift for a friend who wanted to try a DE for the first time. Sam made sure I had a perfect razor. What a wonderful vendor to do business with.

[Mythrol]

I just wanted to say I purchased this through his Amazon store before I even had an account,I'm just some anonymous Buyer, received it today and the razor is in great condition and no thread issue (3 1/2 to 4 turns worth of threading) and it holds very solid. I look forward to my first DE shave EVER using this razor either tonight or in the morning.

thank you for offering such a highly regarded razor at a great price. To be honest I don't know how long I would have waited to try DE shaving if I hadn't have stumbled upon this little beauty. I'd still be using my Mach 3.