In looking at different AC razors, I sort of wondered: can you interpret specs like blade gap and exposure similarly to DE razors? I assume not? I realized in looking at them that I don't have any sense of how aggressive one would be compared to another. There's also the aggressiveness of the blades, which seems like a different world than with DE blades.
Interpretation of AC razor specs?
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You won't really capture how the razors feel by comparing the specs between DE and SE, but all the same rules apply and you can get a decent sense of efficiency from specs. AC razors should be compared using the same blade (Feather Pro is a good benchmark).
Do you have DE razors you love at the moment? That might give you a clue was to which AC razor will work the best for you... Lots of us have both DE and AC razors, so if we have more information, we might be able to give you more targeted advice.
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My favorite razors are the Gillette Slim which I use at 2, and Tatara Muramasa, which I use between 1 and 2. I also have a Superadjustable that I like but don't use as often, usually around a 1, because it's more aggressive.
Basically I like really mild razors. I guess I have some limit somewhere (the Slim at 1 usually feels too mild for example) but pretty mild.
I don’t use any adjustable razors, but I do like upper mild to lower medium efficiency razors.
I hope some other people chime in soon.
You prefer mild razors I see. I would recommend the La Faulx classic base plate or similarly mild razors like Vector Lite or Yaqi Romulus. With a La Faulx you could add more aggressive base plates in future. AC razors also have the advantage to increase aggressiveness by changing the blades.
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I've been admiring the Vector Lite but was hoping they'd have it in titanium. For some reason the La Faulx was off my radar until just recently but I do appreciate the mild aggressiveness options Atelier Durdan offers across their line of razor heads.
The Alpha Spirit is great as well.
That is how we ended up with so many razors, brushes, soaps and aftershaves and wives will say "dear, you only have 1 head"
Have u compared the alpha to other ac razors? I picked up a Shield AC, and love the shave, but I’d like an Alpha (claymore or Spirit) and a Vector. Just like to see how they compare, but not much on YouTube for the alpha in comparison with the vector
Unfortunately no. I was close to getting the Amakuni but stupidly bought other DEs which turned out to be complete duds instead. Spirit is coming with 2 new metals if you're interested. Ti and Bronze.
You may consider the stainless steel Razorock Hawk V3 with the "standard" safety bar. I owned it twice and sold it twice because it seemed very mild. It's a very well made razor for 70 bucks.
My goldilocks AC is a stainless steel Vector, which seems a bit more efficient (agressive) than the Hawk V3, and MUCH more nimble...though I wouldn't consider the Vector to be overly aggressive. For me, it's "juuuust right".
My goldilocks AC is a stainless steel Vector, which seems a bit more efficient (agressive) than the Hawk V3, and MUCH more nimble...though I wouldn't consider the Vector to be overly aggressive. For me, it's "juuuust right".
I'll look up the Amakuni...
Shield AC is the illegitimate child of a Vector. Its aggressiveness lies in between Vector and Vector Lite. Very easy to shave and use. I prefer it to Romulus which has very subdued shaving feedback. Shield AC shaves similar to a Vector and they both don't work well with some blades. Shield AC is my travel razor. It's also not expensive if you were to lose it during travels.
If you're buying only 1 razor, the Spirit would be my pick. Buying a Vector is like getting another razor similar to Shield AC. Spirit is smoother and works on all blades. The new polished bronze looks damn good.
YMMV
Thanks for the input, The brass Spirit looks great. Of course now I'm also going to research the Tatara Amakuni since I saw a reference to this one as well. For Blackland, it looks like I'll try their Sabre first.
I just picked up my first SE razors this month, and I think it’ll take some time to work back to my DE’s. I absolutely love every one I’ve picked up thus far, all have a much better feel for me, thinner head to manage difficult areas. So far I don’t have a winner or loser. Shield Predator and AC, Alpha Spirit, and Tartara Amakuni. Shields are lighter in the hand, Alpha middle of pack, and Amakuni is heavier and more robust (but very well balanced)
