I don't usually track how many shaves I get, I just change when I feel it's time. Usually not more than four. Today was rough and I finished up with a Supermax Platinum. It went ok, but I think the damage had already been done.
My 5th shave with Captain carbon steel Lord blade. I used my Flying Eagle razor and Crabtree and Evelyn Nomad shaving cream with Eterna 928W shaving brush. I did my shave preparations using a bit more time and the shave was not as smooth as the first few shaves. The teflon has worn off some. Keep in mind I live in the tropics where it can be 80-90% plus humidity so it is harsh on metals like carbon steel blades. Right from the start after each shave I have wiped/blotted my Captain cs blade gently to dry it as much as possible. Then I let it air dry. I did my usual 2 passes and some touch ups. I got a dfs.
This blade is starting to deteriorate and it`s a bit rougher and not as smooth.
Must be a quirk with carbon blades. The Treet Blue Specials are like that. But post shave, your face is smooth and comfy.That is what happened to me during shave #6. I did not get the Captain smooth again though I managed some more, not very pleasant, shaves out of it. The crazy thing is that while the shaves felt like I was ruining my face I actually didn't do that at all. I wonder where it takes you.
Talibeard- The final angle I don't beleive it would be 60 deg.(30+30) that would be definetly too much for shaving. It is still well below 40, but still higher than 90% of all other blades.
Must be a quirk with carbon blades. The Treet Blue Specials are like that. But post shave, your face is smooth and comfy.
That is what happened to me during shave #6. I did not get the Captain smooth again though I managed some more, not very pleasant, shaves out of it. The crazy thing is that while the shaves felt like I was ruining my face I actually didn't do that at all. I wonder where it takes you.
As I mentioned earlier I live in the tropics with often high humidity especially during Spring season. It is often 80-90% plus humidity which I`m sure does prematurely put a strain on metals like this Captain CS blade. I have with every shave carefully gently wipe/blot each blade to reduce moisture as much as possible after each shave to help prolong this blade. This has been a fun and enjoyable experiment Talibeard and I hope my info was of some use. Thanks again for your blade pif and for sharing them. Cheers!
Interesting that our shaves have much in common. Yes it was rougher after my 7th shave but I did not once during my whole week of daily shaving get any irritations or nicks or cuts from this blade. This Captain blade is a great blade and the best Carbon Steel blade that I have used. We are all lucky to have experienced such a treasure.
For more extreme heavy moisture shower conditions without wrapper the (used) Captain is also standing without a rust for weeks ( I live outside Budapest).
My blade is still smooth @7 shaves but it is missing some hairs on my neck. Tossin it tomorrow.
Seems we get quite some uses out of the Captain. How many shaves do you get out of your blades in general?
Yes it was rougher after my 7th shave but I did not once during my whole week of daily shaving get any irritations or nicks or cuts from this blade. This Captain blade is a great blade and the best Carbon Steel blade that I have used. We are all lucky to have experienced such a treasure.
Agreed. This is precisely why I love carbon steel blades and why I have been using them regularly for the past two years. They are gentle on my skin. The Captains are certainly terrific blades and are very gentle. They would be in my rotation if I had a good supply. But I am more than happy with my current supply of vintage carbons.
Well I should keep my mouth shut after just one go with the Captain, but I can't........
I wonder for your test inhouse for such conditions in the tropics please give us some feedback if it should start rusting within its wrapper. Actually the carbon steel is coated with some heavy lacquer on the straits while there is a more protective PTFE layer on the edge. If not in use and stored calm in a 90%+ humidity in its wrapper, there should be no problem with it for years. Under my "Hungarian bathroom climate" there is no trouble at all for years now. For more extreme heavy moisture shower conditions without wrapper the (used) Captain is also standing without a rust for weeks ( I live outside Budapest). However for some other fellows within our region were getting rust in a few days only in their bathroom conditions. So not only the climate and humidity but the acidity/ingredients of the tap water will be of influence. Also noticed after the first use, when the laquer protection is hurt somewhat, it will definetely rust sooner or later.