RAZOROCK GC 0.68-P

[Old Navy_1]

@Phoenixkh ...I couldn't agree more. Great Customer Service.

IDK if Italian Barber has a 'special' deal with UPS, but the packages I've received took less time to arrive than when I ship domestically. Go, figure?

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[MoreArtful]

In the near future I'm going to post a smackdown comparison between the RR GC .68/.84 and the Rockwell 6S #3/#4. I'll need about another week with each razor prior to posting. Stay tuned.

Still testing.

 

[rsp1202]

@Phoenixkh ...I couldn't agree more. Great Customer Service.

IDK if Italian Barber has a 'special' deal with UPS, but the packages I've received took less time to arrive than when I ship domestically. Go, figure?

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They're the only vendor I've dealt with that uses UPS rather than USPS. I like that.

 

[Dodger59]

I have, and very much enjoy, the GC 68 SB plate. I appreciate the comparison to the 84 plate and will likely get one someday. But, can anyone comment on the 68 OC vs the 84 SB? I have the 68 OC and wondering how it compares to the 84 SB.

Thank you!

 

[mozartman]

I like the Ti's length, but wonder if its weight might tip the balance too much. I'll reconsider the SK. Thanks.

I usually use the titanium handle with the Game Changers. Excellent balance, easy to handle.

 

[rsp1202]

I usually use the titanium handle with the Game Changers. Excellent balance, easy to handle.

Well I guess that seals the deal. Thanks.

 

[Roedeer]

But, can anyone comment on the 68 OC vs the 84 SB? I have the 68 OC and wondering how it compares to the 84 SB

The Italian Barber chart has both of them in the "medium" group, RazoRock Razor Scale - #1 is the Mildest and #35 is the Most Aggressiv – ItalianBarber - https://www.italianbarber.com/pages/razorock-razor-scale

I like them both, but the safety bar 84 wins here, with a slightly better trade-off of comfort and efficiency.

 

[Calyshaver]

But, can anyone comment on the 68 OC vs the 84 SB? I have the 68 OC and wondering how it compares to the 84 SB.

I concur with @Roedeer that the 84 SB is a better shave all around than the 68 OC, and it is also very similar to my Karve C plate, which is quickly becoming my favorite razor. I am debating whether to sell the 68 OC head as it is the razor I least reach for when choosing one for the week.

 

[Marco]

My desert island choice...

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[Old Navy_1]

@Marco ...very nice! Is that the "Bulldog" handle?

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[Marco]

@Marco ...very nice! Is that the "Bulldog" handle?

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Vintage Thick Bar, Sir.

 

[Old Navy_1]

I've been swapping between the GC 68-P and my GC 84-P. This week it's the GC 68-P's turn and a fresh Astra SP.

I think I'm getting 'dialed-in' with my technique. I say that because during the a.m. 'ritual', my GC 68-P exceeded the GC 84-P in a CCS. Much to my surprise!

The two pesky 'Briar Patches' on each side of my Windpipe are always troublesome. This morning, I achieved near BBS shave. Including the 'Briar Patches'! It required a little extra 'XTG' buffing and I noticed a little 'tingle' when I applied the Alum block. Overall it was a very CCS.

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[Old Navy_1]

This week is the GC 68-P chance to shine. And 'Shine' is exactly what this razor has done.

Literally, it's a toss-up between the GC 68-P and the GC 84-P. I wouldn't want to live or die due to the difference.

Both of these razors perform wonderfully.

Today, I got another BBS shave with the GC 68-P. I was working out with my youngest daughter and her new baby and I confirmed 'BBS'. LOL!

I'm sure you folks will be happy that this will be the final entry. Smiles.

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[Lockback]

Great thread started by the OP.
I received my Razorock Game Changer 68-P a little over a week ago.
At first the blade placement had me scratching my head a little but I quickly figured it out.

Along with my Rockwell 6C, it's my favorite razor. So well made, something that should last the rest of my days, and a smooth shaver that doesn't irritate my skin. It's just fantastic and an amazing value.

I absolutely love the well-named "Game Changer" because for the price, it definitely changed the game.

 

[Calyshaver]

@Old Navy_1 if you absolutely had to choose between one or the other, where one is to be sent to the foundry to make steel plates for new navy ships, which plate would you keep?

 

[Kix]

IMO, the Game Changer .68P is a great daily razor, and the .84P is more of an every other day razor.
I've been getting very good shaves with the .68P lately, the ease of use and lack of irritation are great reasons to use it often.

 

[Old Navy_1]

@Calyshaver ...Hmmm? They made my old ship into razor blades a long time ago. LOL!

If, I had to give one to 'the cause', sadly, it would probably be the GC 68-P and I'd keep the GC 84-P. But, it would be close.

Thankfully, I don't have to make that decision. I can switch-off every other week, to my hearts content. Smiles.

Both razors are equally comfortable and close shaving. As I've said before, the 'GC 84-P' is just a trifle bit more "Efficient".

If, I hadn't purchased the the two "Game Changers", I think I might have given the "Lupo .72 a whirl. As it is, I think the "Lupo" is kind of redundant.

I might (unlikely) try the "Lupo .95", but emotionally, the blade gap would make me very hesitant and apprehensive, giving me a terrible first couple of shave.

There it is.

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[Major Overkill]

@Electronwrangle ...I usually disassemble the razor after each use and dry each piece, anyway.

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I do the same. I figure, it's easy enough, why not do it? Plus, it has the added benefit of keeping the razor looking its best.

-Z

 

[Hopalong]

I've got both, plus the OC version of both. 68p doesn't get enough done for me, plus I can cut myself with all 4 because I can't see and I'm in a hurry. So, if I'm going to bleed, I may as well get more done.
I've moved on.
I think they are nice razors though.

 

[Old Navy_1]

@Hopalong ...well, okay then.

That's what makes shaving such an individual sport. Everybody's face and skin are different and every razor/blade/soap combination work differently.

I just got lucky the RR GC 68-P and the GC 84-P seem to work perfectly for me. Obviously, it didn't work for you.

As we like to say around here, JMHO, YMMV.

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