Yes, machining marks on the non-polished razors are normal.That’s okay, not really a big deal. Plus, I got it for a very good price (Black Friday discount PLUS new customer discount). So, no complaints
Yes, machining marks on the non-polished razors are normal.That’s okay, not really a big deal. Plus, I got it for a very good price (Black Friday discount PLUS new customer discount). So, no complaints
Yes we intentionally keep that area lightly blasted to allow some of the machining marks to come through. That finish is normal and what we are targeting. We did make this clear a lot in our original email and social media copy about the finish, but I now see that we failed to make that as clear on the product page. So it’s entirely our fault for not making the standard well known. It’s also a failure of our customer experience team for replacing the original part rather than explaining the finish. I’m sorry for both of those issues. We’ll solve them.
We love picsThe stainless matte Blackbird arrived today. It's actually a really nice-looking razor. Not seeing any blemishes on it yet. I got the long handle. Looking forward to giving it a drive.
We love pics
We love pics
Have you ever shaved with a Blackbird? Especially a Ti Blackbird?I've been following this thread in the shadows, I was horrified when I saw the original photo's in this thread, and I too considered it a defect. While I super appreciate that Shane managed to get on this thread and explain the situation, after learning about his standard on what he considers to be OK with their Satin razors, all I can say is, I am glad I went with my Timeless TI95 razor instead.
When I bought my razor, this is what I expected, and this is what I got! Apparently my standards are higher, much like @tranathi which personally, I don't see that as a bad thing. Pay a lot of money for a razor, you naturally expect high quality.
I've been following this thread in the shadows, I was horrified when I saw the original photo's in this thread, and I too considered it a defect. While I super appreciate that Shane managed to get on this thread and explain the situation, after learning about his standard on what he considers to be OK with their Satin razors, all I can say is, I am glad I went with my Timeless TI95 razor instead.
I wouldn’t go that far. Blackland know how to make a beautiful and great shaving razor. Plenty of people will attest to that, and my own experience with my newly acquired Era has been very positive. Having said that, I will take a pass on the Ti Blackbird with the current satin finish. I’m interested to see if titanium will be offered in other finishes in the future.Take a pass on Blackland.
Same here. I get great shaves from my Era. Thank you, Shane @Blackland RazorsPlenty of people will attest to that, and my own experience with my newly acquired Era has been very positive.
Take a pass on Blackland.
I've been following this issue, too, and am wondering if it's been made crystal clear that the OP is concerned specifically about the line that is running along the base plate/safety bar? At least I think that's the concern?
I understand machining marks on the razor in general, but to my eyes that line looks like a deep flaw outside the standard and expected machining marks. I have no dog in this race personally, but hope the OP can clarify, especially if there's still a concern on their part.
Agreed! Internet forums are for complaints only!!!We shipped over 1,000 orders last month. If only every happy customer created a thread detailing how satisfied they are.
Also agree! just wanted to make sure the OP didn't feel coerced (not by you, Shane) into dropping the (possible) issue.Finish flaws are always really difficult to diagnose in photos. The right(wrong?) lighting and angle makes even a perfect finish look flawed so it's hard to distinguish exactly what's going on and how severe a flaw is. It's a judgment call for us and we sometimes get it wrong, but we're always willing to ship the part back to us for inspection.