I returned from anual meeting late last night and saw the box sitting on the table. Its strange how I forget things I'm eager to receive that are hobby related.
The razor is well built. The fit and finish is superbe. I think compared to a "10" like a feather or any stainless razor, it's an 8, like my EJ, and a 6 for my merkur 25C and HD classic.
The threads are nice and smooth and progressively tighten up the closer it gets to being together. The blade needs to be aligned before tightened all the way. But it is perfectly straight.
I put a personna in it, lathered up with tabac soap and started. The first pass was exceedlingly efficient. No need to do another first wtg pass. This cadet oc puts the blades leading edge a significant distance from the bottom open comb plate. I used the lightest touch possible. I like that the weight of the razor facilitates a smooth and "robust" feel, despite using zero pressure. With this razor, you must be aware of proper angle at all times. I have never used a Muhle R41. But I'd imagine this is a similar type of aggressive. I am glad that I can still achieve a smooth shave with an aggressive razor.
The XTG and ATG passes were both exceedingly "efficient" but in a different way. Still plenty of "feel" and control.
I ended up with the perfect bbs shave. My best shave since I started Dec 2011. Unfortnately, I had significant burn and irritation on my neck. It calmed down after a while, and ill just be more careful next time. I also look forward to using it with my ikon handle for added weight.
In summary, I LOVE this razor, and think I'll use it uninterrupted for a few months before altering routine. A great value for somone that does not have technique problems, and KNOWS what they're doing.
The razor is well built. The fit and finish is superbe. I think compared to a "10" like a feather or any stainless razor, it's an 8, like my EJ, and a 6 for my merkur 25C and HD classic.
The threads are nice and smooth and progressively tighten up the closer it gets to being together. The blade needs to be aligned before tightened all the way. But it is perfectly straight.
I put a personna in it, lathered up with tabac soap and started. The first pass was exceedlingly efficient. No need to do another first wtg pass. This cadet oc puts the blades leading edge a significant distance from the bottom open comb plate. I used the lightest touch possible. I like that the weight of the razor facilitates a smooth and "robust" feel, despite using zero pressure. With this razor, you must be aware of proper angle at all times. I have never used a Muhle R41. But I'd imagine this is a similar type of aggressive. I am glad that I can still achieve a smooth shave with an aggressive razor.
The XTG and ATG passes were both exceedingly "efficient" but in a different way. Still plenty of "feel" and control.
I ended up with the perfect bbs shave. My best shave since I started Dec 2011. Unfortnately, I had significant burn and irritation on my neck. It calmed down after a while, and ill just be more careful next time. I also look forward to using it with my ikon handle for added weight.
In summary, I LOVE this razor, and think I'll use it uninterrupted for a few months before altering routine. A great value for somone that does not have technique problems, and KNOWS what they're doing.
