Classic Cobra

[bbarton713]

I recently sold my Feather Stainless DE so that I could purchase the Classic Cobra. I have gravitated towards the SE and injector razors and found that the Feather just wasn't doing it for me anymore. I could get a nice, irritation-free shave but found that it wasn't all that close compared to the SE or injector.

I had my first shave with the Cobra today loaded with a Feather Pro blade. It wasn't difficult to load and I didn't lose any blood by handling the blade. :lol:

I shaved with it like I would my Hydromatic injector and had an awesome shave. I had a slight cut under my ear on the jaw line because I accidently moved the razor sideways but it was very slight because I caught myself as I did it.

I will be shaving with it again tomorrow and can't wait. :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

[BigFoot]

Pictures Bob or it did not happen. :lol:

[BEAR DEN]

Hands down my favorite safety razor. IMO the best safety razor for head shaving also. Congrats on your new razor.....I also found changing the blade quite easy. :thumbup:

[q345]

I switched to it 4 months ago from Futur and Slant. I still use DE, but rarely.
CC is a great razor. I am getting BBS nearly every time.
I also like (comparing with regular injector) that I can easily remove the blade after each shave
and wash both blade and razor. I only wish it would be a matching stand to it (similar to Feather SS)

[drews50]

Yeah, we need pictures. It's a razor most of us are unfamiliar with.

[poonjaji]

Hands down my favorite safety razor. IMO the best safety razor for head shaving also. Congrats on your new razor.....I also found changing the blade quite easy. :thumbup:

+1

It is my favorite razor by far. A while back I finally convinced myself I could sell my backup, then I bought another on eBay, and again convinced myself I did not need two. :tongue_sm Now another Cobra veteran has one for home and one for the road. :thumbup:

I took some photos a while ago when a few members were considering buying one. You can find some comparing a Type F and the Cobra Classic at the following links:

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showpost.php?p=2033410&postcount=20

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showpost.php?p=2033414&postcount=21

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showpost.php?p=2033420&postcount=22

[smokelaw1]

It's probably my single most used razor since I got it a while back. I really enjoy the hsaves I get with it.

[drews50]

Wide load! The head is huge compared to the Schick. No standard injector blades? What do you use?

[glap1922]

Hands down my favorite safety razor. IMO the best safety razor for head shaving also. Congrats on your new razor.....I also found changing the blade quite easy. :thumbup:

As a bald man who has taken the path of the shaved head.....what about this razor makes you feel like it is best for head shaving? Is there anything specific?

[bbarton713]

Pictures Bob or it did not happen. :lol:

Here's a picture from today's shave: Cobra Classic, Feather Pro blade, Mama Bear's Lilac Ice soap, Mama Bear's Lilac Ice Milk, Chubby 2, AOS Alum.

Day two was another great shave. It is like shaving with one of my injectors and a real pleasure. The areas that typically don't give me trouble are much easier to shave because of the extra width of the head. The trouble spots where I like to take my time are ok too because it is very easy to manipulate this razor.

It has a hefty feel to it, was easy to load, and performs great. This one is a keeper. :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

[Sledgehammer39]

Congrats on your shave and purchase. :thumbup: The Cobra looks like it can kill whiskers.. :tongue_sm

[bbarton713]

+1

It is my favorite razor by far. A while back I finally convinced myself I could sell my backup, then I bought another on eBay, and again convinced myself I did not need two. :tongue_sm Now another Cobra veteran has one for home and one for the road. :thumbup:

I took some photos a while ago when a few members were considering buying one. You can find some comparing a Type F and the Cobra Classic at the following links:

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showpost.php?p=2033410&postcount=20

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showpost.php?p=2033414&postcount=21

Great comparison shots! :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

[bbarton713]

Wide load! The head is huge compared to the Schick. No standard injector blades? What do you use?

You use Feather Professional blades. I think they were originally sold to go in the disposable blade straight razors.

[BEAR DEN]

As a bald man who has taken the path of the shaved head.....what about this razor makes you feel like it is best for head shaving? Is there anything specific?

The size of the head....wide but not fat. This is also the only way experience Feather Professional blades in a safety razor. The other way is by using a Feather AC straight. For me the Feather Professional blade is second to none.

[Perished]

These babies are hard to get a hold of. Recieved an email today from the shop I'm buying one from, or was hoping to anyway, that they're behind on orders (manufacters), and could be 3 months before they're in stock :scared:

[BEAR DEN]

These babies are hard to get a hold of. Recieved an email today from the shop I'm buying one from, or was hoping to anyway, that they're behind on orders (manufacters), and could be 3 months before they're in stock :scared:

I just checked Classic Shavings site and they show that they are still in stock for 145.00

[Perished]

I just checked Classic Shavings site and they show that they are still in stock for 145.00

Aye, true mate. Thing is, therer was a thread on it the other day, customs are being 'funny' at the moment and by the time I actually get hold of them, they'd have cost a fair bit more.

I'll wait the 2-3 months. Only two weeks ago i bought a Mergress XL, so I'm having fun with that, but the Cobra is a defo on the hit list.

[mattface]

That thing looks totally badass! I'm mostly a DE man lately, but I can see where that would really speed up my head shaves and that alone makes it worth a try! If I could get one that is...

[glap1922]

The size of the head....wide but not fat. This is also the only way experience Feather Professional blades in a safety razor. The other way is by using a Feather AC straight. For me the Feather Professional blade is second to none.

Interesting, I will have to keep an eye out for these in the future....might be nice to try! Thanks!

[poonjaji]

The size of the head....wide but not fat. This is also the only way experience Feather Professional blades in a safety razor. The other way is by using a Feather AC straight. For me the Feather Professional blade is second to none.

I think there is a thread here on B&B where members mentioned buying Feather Professional blades, clipping them down to size, and using them in their favorite injector of choice (e.g., Schick Type E). I think Ambrose was one of the members who used to do this, but I seem to recall there were a number of people that mentioned it. I am not good with tools, and I like my fingers, so I just bought the Cobra Classic. :001_rolle

[bbarton713]

My love affair with the Cobra is going strong. It traveled to Disney World with me and back home again. It has seen daily use since I got it in the mail. I think I'll use a different razor when this blade is done but the Cobra will have a steady part in my rotation. :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

[Triad]

Crap there goes another $150 thanks guys!!!!!

[Triad]

Crap there goes another $150 thanks guys!!!!!
Well it was worth every penny there is a soft spot in my heart for the cobra!!! First time i held it to my face (big gulp) but everything went good. Very smooth efficient razor. :cornut:

[Predict]

Just ordered mine. Can't wait. What do you all think of the pro guard blades? I already have some unguarded blades but the razor comes with pro guards I believe.

[Osborn Cox]

I don't care for the pro guards, never tried them in my Cobra but did use one in a Feather AC. When I ordered my Cobra a couple of weeks ago, I called and asked if they would substitute the Pro's for the guards And it was no problem. I didn't want to be stuck with another pack of those things.

[Triad]

Pro guards were fine for me gave a bbs no irritation. Good for getting the feel of it. YMMV

[Azarius]

I am really trying not to pull the trigger on one of these. Although I gave never tried it, I guess if I don't like it, I coud sell on B/S/T, but I have a feeling that I am going to fall in love.:001_wub:

[Gam]

It's a great razor I used mine today.I've been using the Kai Captain Milds with with great results.I'm on shave 6 with the Kai and it's still going strong,that's with headshaves included.

[Predict]

It's a great razor I used mine today.I've been using the Kai Captain Milds with with great results.I'm on shave 6 with the Kai and it's still going strong,that's with headshaves included.


Impressive! My cobra arrived today and I can't wait to try it out tomorrow

[Triad]

Impressive! My cobra arrived today and I can't wait to try it out tomorrow
Let us know what you think of it i bet you will love it!!!

[craig87c]

Don't forget that you can also use Captain Kai Mild blades in the Cobra. They're not quite as sharp but are the smoothest blade I've ever used in any razor.

The CC was my first wet shaving purchase over $100, and it's worth every single shiny penny.

[Sullybob]

I've used the Kai Mild blades in the Cobra and they are my favorite blades to use. I've also used the Feather Pro Guard blades, I didn't care for them, the wire wrapping feels strange on my face.

[Predict]

Let us know what you think of it i bet you will love it!!!



Love it! By far my favorite razor. Shaved this morning with TOBS sandalwood cream. This thing is smooth! Two pass near bbs.
Im actually thinking of selling off some de razors to buy another cobra just because I never want to be without this razor. I thought it would be great but it's beyond great.

[Triad]

Love it! By far my favorite razor. Shaved this morning with TOBS sandalwood cream. This thing is smooth! Two pass near bbs.
Im actually thinking of selling off some de razors to buy another cobra just because I never want to be without this razor. I thought it would be great but it's beyond great.

:thumbup:

[Azarius]

I was fortunate enough to get a Cobra Classic on loan from Osborn Cox (Bob), all I can say is WOW. It is unlike anything I have felt before, very heavy, very solid construction, possible the nicest fit and finish razor I have had the privilege to handle.

Now off for the shave!!!

http://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-P-HKHT5_fgg/T7ffIoPEGaI/AAAAAAAACzk/B5hxnciE7jY/s637/cobra-streamline.jpg

[Triad]

$10 bucks says he uses the word wow again after the shave Lol!!!

[Azarius]

$10 bucks says he uses the word wow again after the shave Lol!!!

I owe you $10...WOW, WOW, WOW.

Full review of the shave off between the two can be found here (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/293069-Shave-Off-Cobra-Classic-vs-Ever-Ready-Streamline).

[Triad]

Nice review Daniel!! Seems everyone trying this has said they are buying one after their first shave!!

Props to Classic Shaving :ouch1:

[bluesbishop]

$10 bucks says he uses the word wow again after the shave Lol!!!


I owe you $10...WOW, WOW, WOW.

Full review of the shave off between the two can be found here (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/293069-Shave-Off-Cobra-Classic-vs-Ever-Ready-Streamline).



LOL I think that was three wow..so does that mean you owe triad $30??? Thats a nice down payment for a Cobra Triad!:lol:

[Triad]

I owe you $10...WOW, WOW, WOW.

Full review of the shave off between the two can be found here (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/293069-Shave-Off-Cobra-Classic-vs-Ever-Ready-Streamline).
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[willyb]

OK OK OK .....GEEZZZ MY AD CANT TAKE IT ANYMORE..... WHERE DO I GET A CC..... ITS HONESTLY ABOUT THE ONLY SE MADE AFTER 1900 THAT I DONT ALREADY OWN IN MULTIPLES......... GIMME A LINK PLEASE, LOOKED ON THE BAY, NOTHING AVAILABLE.

SORRY TO KEEP YELLING BUT THE AD IS CONTROLLING MY BRAIN AT THIS POINT .... ughhh

[Azarius]

OK OK OK .....GEEZZZ MY AD CANT TAKE IT ANYMORE..... WHERE DO I GET A CC..... ITS HONESTLY ABOUT THE ONLY SE MADE AFTER 1900 THAT I DONT ALREADY OWN IN MULTIPLES......... GIMME A LINK PLEASE, LOOKED ON THE BAY, NOTHING AVAILABLE.

SORRY TO KEEP YELLING BUT THE AD IS CONTROLLING MY BRAIN AT THIS POINT .... ughhh

Here you go sir

http://www.classicshaving.com/catalog/item/522941/6873469.htm

[retturn2blades]

I looked at the Cobra video on classic shaving's site. The blade handling seems clumsy and a bit dangerous to me. The injector container is a means to sell the feather blades for a SE style razor, not to improve blade insertion into the razor. Not necessarily a deal-breaker but it seemed a bit of a flaw that you have to handle the small narrow blade to insert it in the razor. If nothing else, it's a clumsy design...especially for a $169 razor.

[craig87c]

It's really easy to change the blade, actually. No more difficult than changing a DE in a three piece razor.

[willyb]

time to put a voluminous BST together... so I can make buying a CC a reality .

[Azarius]

Round Two of the Cobra Classic vs Ever-Ready can be found here (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/293069-Shave-Off-Cobra-Classic-vs-Ever-Ready-Streamline?p=4137904#post4137904). I had a much different experience today than I did yesterday.

[celestino]

It's really easy to change the blade, actually. No more difficult than changing a DE in a three piece razor.


+1

[poonjaji]

It's really easy to change the blade, actually. No more difficult than changing a DE in a three piece razor.

Adding to celestino, +2

Any razor is a YMMV situation, but I have owned mine for a while and have never cut my fingers on a blade. My experience has been similar using DE razors. However, I have cut a finger when handling a straight, but I do not think I can blame that on the razor...though I might blame it TstebinsB who sold me the razor. (Talk about a hot knife through butter! :blushing:)

[cryhavoc]

Is the CC that much better than my Schick E3? It seems like the same concept but with a steep price, what am I missing?

[poonjaji]

Is the CC that much better than my Schick E3? It seems like the same concept but with a steep price, what am I missing?

To put it simply, no. :001_smile YMMV, but I prefer the KAI and Feather blades to "standard" injector blades. In order to use those blade in a safety razor (without having to cut them) the Cobra Classic is currently the only option. If you want to get a first hand experience, consider this a personal invitation to join the Cobra Classic tour.

[Bluebriz]

I need to stop reading these CC threads. I promised SWMBO no more razors this year (except I might get her to buy me one for my birthday/Xmas....)

[RondeB]

+1 to Poonjaji. I just sent his Touring Cobra on to the next person on the list. I will say that I didn't order one after the first shave. I waited until I shaved with something else after mailing it off and then ordered one! While I may not use it every time, I will definitely enjoy having it and using it.

Disclaimer: I just started wet shaving this year. However, that razor is wonderful.

[fcdiscus]

Is the CC that much better than my Schick E3? It seems like the same concept but with a steep price, what am I missing?

I have to agree here! I find it very hard to justify 169 bucks for a glorified Schick Injector!

[Samjax]

Apparently YMMV in a big way here. I have 5 different Schicks (E3, G8, I1, I2, J) and another half dozen or so SEs (1907 Lather Cather, 1912, OC Damaskeene, 1914, OCMM, etc...) and nearly 50 DEs and I find that while all of these are good (at least most of them anyways) - the Cobra Classic/Feather Pro combo does everything they can do...and does it better.

Regarding blade choices - I cannot imagine anyone thinking the current blades available for the Schick, SE or DE razors are better than the Feathers - at least on my face - that's simply not the case.

In regards to the money, to be honest, $169 is simply not a "deal breaker" for me. I have spent plenty on several razors (and brushes) - Vision 2000, Tradere, 2 iKons, Mergress, Joris,etc...and some of those mentioned were truly a waste of money. They did absolutely nothing that a far cheaper DE wouldn't do - yet, I spent the money. In the Cobra's case, it does something that no other DE or SE does - and that introduces you to a superior blade - and I do mean superior. Talk with guys on the Straight forums here or elsewhere - the common theme when discussing the Feather blades is that they are as sharp a blade (with the necessary and desired stiffness) that you're ever going to get. While the straight guys (I sold all 20 of mine recently) may well prefer their straights over the Artist Club stuff - none will deny your ability to get an amazing shave with the Feather SS, RG, DX...or the Cobra.

Can the Cobra be better? Absolutely. I truly hope/wish that someone would introduce a rock solid stainless steel instrument built around the Feather/Kai blades - no doubt Tradere or Weber could do that, among others - and for the right Stainless/Feather Pro design, I would happily pay $250. Until then however, the Cobra is the best you're going to do in that category.

Regarding the blade changing - it's a fairly simple process. More time consuming than a Schick or DE for sure; but certainly quicker than honing and stropping.

[fcdiscus]

Apparently YMMV in a big way here. I have 5 different Schicks (E3, G8, I1, I2, J) and another half dozen or so SEs (1907 Lather Cather, 1912, OC Damaskeene, 1914, OCMM, etc...) and nearly 50 DEs and I find that while all of these are good (at least most of them anyways) - the Cobra Classic/Feather Pro combo does everything they can do...and does it better.

Regarding blade choices - I cannot imagine anyone thinking the current blades available for the Schick, SE or DE razors are better than the Feathers - at least on my face - that's simply not the case.

In regards to the money, to be honest, $169 is simply not a "deal breaker" for me. I have spent plenty on several razors (and brushes) - Vision 2000, Tradere, 2 iKons, Mergress, Joris,etc...and some of those mentioned were truly a waste of money. They did absolutely nothing that a far cheaper DE wouldn't do - yet, I spent the money. In the Cobra's case, it does something that no other DE or SE does - and that introduces you to a superior blade - and I do mean superior. Talk with guys on the Straight forums here or elsewhere - the common theme when discussing the Feather blades is that they are as sharp a blade (with the necessary and desired stiffness) that you're ever going to get. While the straight guys (I sold all 20 of mine recently) may well prefer their straights over the Artist Club stuff - none will deny your ability to get an amazing shave with the Feather SS, RG, DX...or the Cobra.

Can the Cobra be better? Absolutely. I truly hope/wish that someone would introduce a rock solid stainless steel instrument built around the Feather/Kai blades - no doubt Tradere or Weber could do that, among others - and for the right Stainless/Feather Pro design, I would happily pay $250. Until then however, the Cobra is the best you're going to do in that category.

Regarding the blade changing - it's a fairly simple process. More time consuming than a Schick or DE for sure; but certainly quicker than honing and stropping.
Still looks like a 30- 40 buck razor to me- and it just cannot be that much better than my Schicks or Damaskeene!

[Samjax]

Still looks like a 30- 40 buck razor to me- and it just cannot be that much better than my Schicks or Damaskeene!

Have you actually used the Cobra? If you have...and didn't like it; that's cool with me. It's a YMMV type of thing. On the other hand, if you haven't actually shaved with it...I'm not entirely sure what you're basing your opinion on. There's still a "pass around" going on with a Cobra Classic and blades; if you haven't used one, please get your name on that list. You will certainly be in a better place to pass judgment, whether it be good or bad, after you actually shave with it a time or two.

In regards to the $30-$40 look of it - well, it's the only game in town for the Feather AC blades - I too, hope that will change one day.

[fcdiscus]

Have you actually used the Cobra? If you have...and didn't like it; that's cool with me. It's a YMMV type of thing. On the other hand, if you haven't actually shaved with it...I'm not entirely sure what you're basing your opinion on. There's still a "pass around" going on with a Cobra Classic and blades; if you haven't used one, please get your name on that list. You will certainly be in a better place to pass judgment, whether it be good or bad, after you actually shave with it a time or two.

In regards to the $30-$40 look of it - well, it's the only game in town for the Feather AC blades - I too, hope that will change one day.Tom- I am not saying it is a bad razor- not judging it on that at all. I am saying it is way over priced in my opinion- and I doubt it is that much better than a Schick I2 or adjustable M model.

[Triad]

If the cobra is a $30-$40 razor how much is a schick worth? :sneaky2:

[craig87c]

Tom- I am not saying it is a bad razor- not judging it on that at all. I am saying it is way over priced in my opinion- and I doubt it is that much better than a Schick I2 or adjustable M model.

Believe me, the quality of the shave you get from the cobra is well worth the amount of money you pay for it (especially if you can get a deal on a used one).

You're thinking of it the wrong way, though. The cobra is worth the money but the Schicks are just way underpriced :lol:

[fcdiscus]

If the cobra is a $30-$40 razor how much is a schick worth? :sneaky2:

About 5-15 bucks!:biggrin1:

[turtle]

Still looks like a 30- 40 buck razor to me- and it just cannot be that much better than my Schicks or Damaskeene!

I spent over $200 on a 101NE PILS stainless. It is a good $10 razor. I've had it for a while and not sure if I even like it or not (yet).

The retail price of most razors are no where near their actual "value"

The Cobra is one of the best shaving safety razors I own. I have no idea what it's "true" value is. I do know that I am satisfied with both the razor's performance and the price I paid for it new.

there is a Cobra "tour" going on.

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/264022-Cobra-Classic-SE-Tour

You should put your name on the list and give it a test spin around your face before you "evaluate it" in the forum......

[fcdiscus]

I spent over $200 on a 101NE PILS stainless. It is a good $10 razor. I've had it for a while and not sure if I even like it or not (yet).

The retail price of most razors are no where near their actual "value"

The Cobra is one of the best shaving safety razors I own. I have no idea what it's "true" value is. I do know that I am satisfied with both the razor's performance and the price I paid for it new.

there is a Cobra "tour" going on.

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/264022-Cobra-Classic-SE-Tour

You should put your name on the list and give it a test spin around your face before you "evaluate it" in the forum......
Again- I was not evaluating the razor itself- just I feel it is over priced. Whatever- I hope it comes from Classic Shaving with a rather large jar of Vasoline!:001_cool:

[poonjaji]

Again- I was not evaluating the razor itself- just I feel it is over priced. Whatever- I hope it comes from Classic Shaving with a rather large jar of Vasoline!:001_cool:

You are entitled to your feelings fcdiscus. I think turtle's point is that making (repeat) negative comments about a razor you have never used does not add much value to the conversation. It would be like me saying I feel a $15 puck of Mitchell's Wool Fat is over priced when the only soap I have ever used is a $1 puck of Williams.

Consider this a personal invitation to join the Cobra Classic tour. Afterwards you can provide an educated critique on how the shaves compare and just how over priced it is. (Note: there is no Vaseline in the tour box. You have to provide your own.:wink:)