Wow they look awesome, is that the EJ89 head on the Bulldog? Also did you get them from Webber? I only see there Silver and black head set, which im not to fond of unless its either all silver or all black )
Pretty awesome. I have a Bulldog handle on order from Weber right now.
What's that little dog from?
Very nice...........How heavy is it?
Ok so here is my ? which is better ARC Coating or DLC Coating or are they about the same?
I just ordered Weber Stainless Steel Bulldog Handle and Weber 3-Piece Razor – ARC head and ARC Classic handle ) But ARC doesn't mean much since it doesn't say what it is,unless its there secret coating ?
Ok so here is my ? which is better ARC Coating or DLC Coating or are they about the same?
I just ordered Weber Stainless Steel Bulldog Handle and Weber 3-Piece Razor – ARC head and ARC Classic handle ) But ARC doesn't mean much since it doesn't say what it is,unless its there secret coating ?
The ARC (advanced razor coating) is apparently similar to the coatings used on medical instruments.
Seems to me that the way to go is to get black or silver whatever looks good to you and don't get hung up on performance.It's nice that the head of the razor's coated with a quality substance,but my humble opinion is it's probably not a significant factor in why the Webers perform so well.
(edit) Didn't see Mendel's recent post before sending this,good info.
How pleased are you with your Weber Blacktop Bulldog? I have to wait until tomorrow to shave with my Weber. I can't wait!
That's true. On Weber's site, under FAQ, he basically says its a matter of finish preference but both have similar properties. In the email he sent me, Weber writes:
...The ARC is our version of the coating that is typically used on medical devices. We've started using
this on our razors because it gives a satin color option in addition to our black DLC head. Properties of ARC are similar to DLC in hardness and wear. ARC feels a little slicker on the face. Cleaning can be done with water or soap solution. The benefit of DLC and ARC is that they are much more durable than stainless steel...
Does weber make the Bulldog with ARC head (silver head) or does the bulldog handle come with the DLC(back head) only?
"How pleased are you with your Weber Blacktop Bulldog? I have to wait until tomorrow to shave with my Weber. I can't wait!"
I have recently posted on the combined Weber thread, but I reckon the Weber razor is excellent. The weighty feel and knurled handle gives real confidence (more than, say, an HD I reckon). The blade curvature means there is a broad sweetspot and the gap/exposure is sufficiently large to give a BBS shave with ease (3 passes and a touch up around the chin) yet sufficiently small to be comfortable. It shaves a bit like my Fatboy on 4 or 5. Loaded with a blade the black head looks really good. I sit it next to my EJ89 with a black resin handle and they make a good "opposite" pair! Personally, I wouldn't say the finish is as refined as some (the Feather AS-D1 is much better; EJ/Muhle ditto IMO) but in terms of robustness of manufacture it would be "last razor standing". Hope you enjoy it ...