Oops, forgot to mention my blade - Super Iridium.
New Feather All Stainless Safety Razor
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Oops, forgot to mention my blade - Super Iridium.
Is the head of the new razor cast or machined from bar stock?
Hmm, sounds kinda promising. Thanks for posting that. One thing that annoys me about the Tech (and the Slim is somewhat the same) is that you have to really find the "sweet spot". I never really had that issue with a Merkur/EJ head though. Is the Feather like that?
Not certain but my guess is machined. I'll post pics soon.
I intentionally followed the same method I use with my everyday razors (Bob's Bull Mastiff Standard/XL w/New or New Deluxe heads or British Aristocrats) and to my surprise, no adjustment was necessary. After I use it a few more times, I'll be able to evaluate it for quality of shave as compared to my daily "standard" but so far, I think this razor is capable of great shaves.
+1
I'll reserve further opinion until I've used it for a while but this is no Tech.
Well, I've used mine twice now!
Certainly a beautifully made instrument.
Mild - yes; but that is a bit of a deceptive term, because it is cutting effectively even when you don't feel that it is!
I'm used to Merkur fixed head razors (like the Barberpole and HD) and this thing has a different "sweet spot".
I have gotten two close, comfortable shaves (although I used a bit too much pressure on day one, seduced by the smooth action of this razor).
I naturally have employed a Feather blade; it seemed disloyal to the manufacturer to do otherwise. Next week I'll try one of my "usual" blades (Wilkinson Sword or Bic) and see how they perform in it.
At this stage I'm not convinced it will replace my Merkur for daily shaving, but it is a beautiful piece of workmanship, and I don't think $150 is too much for something so durable and attractive.
I'll post further in a few days.
Cheers, guys
Certainly a beautifully made instrument.
Mild - yes; but that is a bit of a deceptive term, because it is cutting effectively even when you don't feel that it is!
I'm used to Merkur fixed head razors (like the Barberpole and HD) and this thing has a different "sweet spot".
I have gotten two close, comfortable shaves (although I used a bit too much pressure on day one, seduced by the smooth action of this razor).
I naturally have employed a Feather blade; it seemed disloyal to the manufacturer to do otherwise. Next week I'll try one of my "usual" blades (Wilkinson Sword or Bic) and see how they perform in it.
At this stage I'm not convinced it will replace my Merkur for daily shaving, but it is a beautiful piece of workmanship, and I don't think $150 is too much for something so durable and attractive.
I'll post further in a few days.
Cheers, guys
Keep testing and let us know what your overall opinion is.
What the rest of want to know, Is it worth the cost?
John
M
Mateo
I have been wanting an all stainless razor since I started wet shaving. I would be interested in seeing some user photos of this razor and reading some razor comparisons. I am hoping that it turns out to be an aggressive razor.
I tried my Feather Portable head with a Merkur 1904 handle (a little heavier than other handles) with a Feather blade and the combo is more aggressive than a regular Tech. If the new Feather razor has the same head geometry as the Porable version it should make a fine razor.
H
hathela
i still fail to understand that $150 price tag is justified...
The price tag doesn't need justification, just needs need people to pay it.
For those that have used this and the Pils, are they different experiences?
For those that have used this and the Pils, are they different experiences?
I'd love to see some photos/comparisons/reviews too. When I hear "mild" I automatically think it means "BBS is very difficult and only possible with lots of touch ups." But stainless steel is a huge draw.
Hopefully the reviews are coming soon.
Hopefully the reviews are coming soon.
At a buck and a half, are you kidding?
"BBS is very difficult and only possible with lots of touch ups."
I'm still evaluating it. It is better than that, but it has been designed to make it pretty foolproof for an inexperienced shaver.
Up to shave 4; have changed to a Wilkinson blade.
I'm still evaluating it. It is better than that, but it has been designed to make it pretty foolproof for an inexperienced shaver.
Up to shave 4; have changed to a Wilkinson blade.
M
Mateo
We want pics!
Some photos of mine. My full review to follow.
And a few more for those of you who are suckers for packaging (like me).
Wow that thing is gorgeous. Head geometry makes it looks like it holds a bl;ade differently than a Tech/NEW.
Wonderful photos. Thank you.
I'm no razor expert, but it seems that the flat base plate on the head is somewhat reminiscent of older (more aggressive) Techs. Is that correct?
I'm no razor expert, but it seems that the flat base plate on the head is somewhat reminiscent of older (more aggressive) Techs. Is that correct?
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