Don't have the time to write a full review again, but I used the M plate again today and it was pretty nice. It's probably just me, but when I'm not using a razor that isn't older than me, it just isn't the same. I loved trying the Atlas but I can't wait to get back at my straight razors again.
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I got the razors today and i will start the honest and true reviews soon. I hope that all members see our reviews from a YMMV perspective and that we all are different . What works for me may not work for you.
I got the razors today and i will start the honest and true reviews soon. I hope that all members see our reviews from a YMMV perspective and that we all are different . What works for me may not work for you.
+1. Definitely, YMMV. Everybody has their own preferences about how they like their shaves. As for the quality of the razor itself though, it's top notch.
!st shave with the Atlas M set up:
I did my usual prep. The Proraso and warm water splash ( not cold water today). This week has been a bad week for my face, I had more pimples than a nervous teenager before Prom night. However, i was able to steer clear of all the pimples besides the one here,OUCH!
I also got a little bite next to the chin...
The razor M set up is very effective. I love to hear my whiskers being mowed down ( it sounds like the 2011 R41 little cousin) The first pass was N to S up and down. I hit a pimple but it did not gash it like a another razor would have. The Atlas glided above the pimple like a hockey player on ice, rough and tough but yet graceful and careful. My end pass was on my pimple ridden neck area. Again, the Atlas was shaving above the pimples but not slicing them. END OF 1st PASS.
2nd Pass:
Now , for my last pass ( Im a 2 pass shave man
) This time I paid more attention, especially the pimple areas. W to E side to side. I felt like each stroke was an effective one and not just a going through the motions stroke. It felt like good quality passes even though i was not into the shave game due to my bad cold and many pimples.
My lather got dry so i did another moistened brush pass to continue my shave. It was a good surprise, i did not have the enthusiasm to shave so i forced myself and was truly impressed. The results were very gratifying, it yielded a Barbasol/Joris/ Stahly type shave:No irritation, cuts, and BBS.
To achieve those results on a 1st shave is good news to me. It means that the Atlas is probable great designed razor that is effective for my sensitive skin yet tough beard. However, I base my results and conclusions after several real life testing. So this review is still under experimentation and it may take more trials. Please be patient and thank you for your gift of time.
Tomorrow will bring a new shave day
I did my usual prep. The Proraso and warm water splash ( not cold water today). This week has been a bad week for my face, I had more pimples than a nervous teenager before Prom night. However, i was able to steer clear of all the pimples besides the one here,OUCH!
I also got a little bite next to the chin...
The razor M set up is very effective. I love to hear my whiskers being mowed down ( it sounds like the 2011 R41 little cousin) The first pass was N to S up and down. I hit a pimple but it did not gash it like a another razor would have. The Atlas glided above the pimple like a hockey player on ice, rough and tough but yet graceful and careful. My end pass was on my pimple ridden neck area. Again, the Atlas was shaving above the pimples but not slicing them. END OF 1st PASS.
2nd Pass:
Now , for my last pass ( Im a 2 pass shave man
) This time I paid more attention, especially the pimple areas. W to E side to side. I felt like each stroke was an effective one and not just a going through the motions stroke. It felt like good quality passes even though i was not into the shave game due to my bad cold and many pimples. My lather got dry so i did another moistened brush pass to continue my shave. It was a good surprise, i did not have the enthusiasm to shave so i forced myself and was truly impressed. The results were very gratifying, it yielded a Barbasol/Joris/ Stahly type shave:No irritation, cuts, and BBS.
To achieve those results on a 1st shave is good news to me. It means that the Atlas is probable great designed razor that is effective for my sensitive skin yet tough beard. However, I base my results and conclusions after several real life testing. So this review is still under experimentation and it may take more trials. Please be patient and thank you for your gift of time.
Tomorrow will bring a new shave day
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Shave 3: Atlas M1
I finally tried out the M1 head today, M1 for "Mild". I think I'm starting to become as passionate for mild razors as others are for aggressive ones. I want a smooth shave without fear for nicking myself with a razor that really earns the title "Safety" Razor.
So, the Atlas with the M1 head. Smoother than he R1 for certain, I was able to find the correct angle much easier, and was certainly more mild than the H1. I buffed my trouble spots with ease and it was altogether a decent 2 pass shave.
However, it still felt rather rough, at least compared to other mild razors I own or have tried. I think the angle of the head just isn't quite right and the blade sticks out too far. I feel it would be much better if the blade were curved just a little more and allow for a clean cut.
I think I will be using the M1 head for the rest of the trial, maybe do a shave with my Fatboy set at 3 on one side and the M1 on the other.
I finally tried out the M1 head today, M1 for "Mild". I think I'm starting to become as passionate for mild razors as others are for aggressive ones. I want a smooth shave without fear for nicking myself with a razor that really earns the title "Safety" Razor.
So, the Atlas with the M1 head. Smoother than he R1 for certain, I was able to find the correct angle much easier, and was certainly more mild than the H1. I buffed my trouble spots with ease and it was altogether a decent 2 pass shave.
However, it still felt rather rough, at least compared to other mild razors I own or have tried. I think the angle of the head just isn't quite right and the blade sticks out too far. I feel it would be much better if the blade were curved just a little more and allow for a clean cut.
I think I will be using the M1 head for the rest of the trial, maybe do a shave with my Fatboy set at 3 on one side and the M1 on the other.
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