Blackland Brotherhood - B³

[WThomas0814]

I'm sorry to hear about the cut! It's because of the long head acting as a better lever arm. If force is applied to right side of the head unevenly (facing the razor), that applied torque can loosen the razor. This probably happened when maneuvering around the nose. If the whole razor is used evenly no such torque is applied and loosening is not possible. A DE experiences about half the torque for the same applied force so it's less likely to loosen under a similar force. I see no need to retire the razor. Simply tight the handle harder and/or use the provided washer to help fill that extra space. We can also send you a washer if you no longer have yours.

I had it as tight as I could get it with my fingers. I see no way the always keep the razor “even” when doing ATG or XTG passes around nose, on chin, etc. I shaved as I always have; this was the first time it came loose and spun.

I still have the washer, but, one of your videos on YouTube said it was just for shipping and not needed for shaving.

I appreciate the response. Your attention to your customers continues to be the best I’ve experienced in the industry.

 

[muzichead]

 

[Barbablanca]

Well, I’mgradually increasing the gap on my Ti Osprey. Currently using level six ,getting great shaves,and seem to be adjusting my angles without thinking to get better results. Not sure if I’ll need to go up more, but I will just because I want to know. After all, seven might be the magic number. I did have to dose the adjusting mechanism several times with nano-oil to get a more reasonable resistance level on adjustment. Still stiffer than Icare for, but I hope things will wear in. I wonder if the stainless has a smoother mechanism.

Jack

 

[ric164]

Brought the Brassbird Lite out this morning. It did not disappoint. I get such a close shave with this razor. Today was no different even with the 7th use of the blade. Have a blessed weekend.

 

[WThomas0814]

Well, poop. I missed the Spring Sale. I had decided to take the plunge on the Osprey, but, I'll hold off for the next one. 20% is too much to leave on the table.

 

[Jaybyrd]

I’m in the club…just got the Blackbird Lite and so far it’s perfect for me. That Osprey is sweet looking too!

 

[WThomas0814]

I’m in the club…just got the Blackbird Lite and so far it’s perfect for me. That Osprey is sweet looking too!
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Congrats. You're going to love it.

 

[TOVT]

Put the long handle stainless OC Blackbird through a test today. Seven days growth on my dome, 24 hours on my face.

 

[Cal]

B³ SOTD

Brush: Shavemac "Kleiner Bayer" Silvertip D01 2-Band 14/42
Soap: Clubman
Razor: Blackland Blackbird OC GT
Blade: Gillette 7o'clock Black (5)
ASL: Clubman

A fabulous shave.
It's amazing to be back with my Grail Razor. I'd forgotten how wonderfully it shaves.


Happy shaves guys.

 

[muzichead]

 

[WThomas0814]

 

[rudygu]

 

[muzichead]

 

[WThomas0814]

 

[JAHE]

Ti'Bird

 

[Cal]

B³ SOTD

Brush: Shavemac "Kleiner Bayer" Silvertip D01 2-Band 14/42
Soap: TFS Rasozero Agrumella
Razor: Blackland Blackbird OC GT
Blade: Gillette 7o'clock Black (7)
ASL: TFS Rasozero Agrumella

An excellent shave.


Happy shaves guys.

 

[muzichead]

 

[JAHE]

Wednesday

Thursday

 

[Tomo]

Second shave with the Blackbird courtesy of a trade with @Manye. I’ve been following the recent videos from @Blackland Razors and am keen to give DE another shot. Mainly for the challenge but also to have a quick shave option to go to. I didn’t have much luck with DE initially and moved to SR pretty quickly after going the forum.

So far so good. The new pencil grip is bringing some good initial results. I’m sure that I’ll dial the strokes in more as I go. ATG does not seem to be required. Diagonal into the grain is shaving close enough for me. I like the fact that the Blackbird clears the lather effectively with each stroke. This helps with grip when skin stretching. SR habits die hard! A beautiful piece of equipment.

 

[never-stop-learning]

Thursday 20240502
Blackland Thursday

Razor: Blackland Razors Ti Vector SB (Rosseforp GTC 25g Handle)
Blade: Schick Proline P (2 shaves, 4 passes)
Brush: AP Shave Co Lemon Drop (AP Shave Co 24mm G5C Fan)
Bowl: n/a
Lather: ARKO
Aftershave: Old Spice Classic

Superb shave!

Additional notes are in My Journal.