Just received my polished titanium blackbird with stand last week. Wasn't sure what to expect as this was my first blackland purchase, but I was not disappointed.
Firstly packaging was just right. Ridgid box, razor and stand held tight in foam. Once having removed the razor and inspected it, it was flawless. No marks, blemishes, swirls, nothing. Head was very snug, no play at all in the cap, blade lock up was great. I did notice a slight grittiness to the threads though which from my experience is common with titanium and don't attribute that to the manufacturer, more so just the material. Perfect fit and finish otherwise, and a great looking design as well!
I wanted to get 5 or so shaves in before I gave my initial review, so a week in and all I can say is wow. I'm usually an every day shaver, with the GC .84 being my daily driver. I have med coarse full bead, medium sensitive skin. This razor blew me away with the results. It was much more efficient than my GC and at the same time more smooth as well. Hair fell away and even a first pass WTG I achieved incredibly close results. There is a touch more blade feel that made me apprehensive at first, however its not a blade feel that pulls hair, just one that let's you know its there. Very smooth, great audible feedback and a very intuitive shaving angle for me. It felt natural to my style. Full 3 pass shaves with no drama. No weepers, cuts or anything. The razor really inspires confidence and has definitely become my new daily driver.
The price tag might be a little steep but the results and feel have been incredible. It's nice to support American industry and Shane's customer service was top notch. I'd buy with confidence.
Firstly packaging was just right. Ridgid box, razor and stand held tight in foam. Once having removed the razor and inspected it, it was flawless. No marks, blemishes, swirls, nothing. Head was very snug, no play at all in the cap, blade lock up was great. I did notice a slight grittiness to the threads though which from my experience is common with titanium and don't attribute that to the manufacturer, more so just the material. Perfect fit and finish otherwise, and a great looking design as well!
I wanted to get 5 or so shaves in before I gave my initial review, so a week in and all I can say is wow. I'm usually an every day shaver, with the GC .84 being my daily driver. I have med coarse full bead, medium sensitive skin. This razor blew me away with the results. It was much more efficient than my GC and at the same time more smooth as well. Hair fell away and even a first pass WTG I achieved incredibly close results. There is a touch more blade feel that made me apprehensive at first, however its not a blade feel that pulls hair, just one that let's you know its there. Very smooth, great audible feedback and a very intuitive shaving angle for me. It felt natural to my style. Full 3 pass shaves with no drama. No weepers, cuts or anything. The razor really inspires confidence and has definitely become my new daily driver.
The price tag might be a little steep but the results and feel have been incredible. It's nice to support American industry and Shane's customer service was top notch. I'd buy with confidence.
