Mongoose vs Above The Tie Bamboo SE1 ?

Who do you think is the better one? I am talking about the Mongoose steel version, the one that also cost like the Bamboo SE1, ~180$

You have to try them both to know. What is best for me may not be best for you.

I've been wanting to try an SE that takes the Artist Club blades for awhile now. I was going to order a Mongoose but jumped when the ATT was announced. I have an ATT DE S1 and it is a work of art so that was the deciding factor.

I'm waiting patiently for it to be manufactured and shipped. I won't be able to compare them as I can only afford one but I'll be happy to share my take on the ATT SE1 when it arrives and a have a handful of shaves under my belt.

I have a SS Mongoose and am patiently waiting (waiting, anyway) for the arrival of my ATT SE1.

The Mongoose is a quality product and an excellent shaver. Based on my experience with ATT I expect it to also be a quality product and a great shaver. Once I have tried them both, I may have a preference for one or the other, but that certainly does not make it "better."

--Bob

As the owner of two ATT DE razors, I have no doubt that the ATT SE1 is superb, and I will probably spring for one when the head becomes available by itself. My main focus currently is Feather Artist Club blades, which are first-rate (Feather-sharp and smooth). I use them primarily in Feather Japanese straight razors (SS and DX), but also in the AlumiGoose V2 when I need a quick but effective shave. The AlumiGoose V2 is a carefree razor; it just works. As someone pointed out in another thread, the ATT SE1, unlike the Mongoose, has a rounded top cap, which allows for a greater range of effective shaving angles, and I think this is the main difference in terms of design. That said, I'm sure you will like either Mongoose or ATT. If you can, get both; sell one if you must -- or keep both.