Thanks! that's helpful. I think I'll stick to the 'Bird.
Blackland Brotherhood - B³
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Thanks! that's helpful. I think I'll stick to the 'Bird.
What I had read might be a razor finicky about blades, has so far proven fairly accepting of a number of different brands. I had some very nice, smooth shaves with a Personna Blue this week. While maybe not as long lasting as a Wizamet, or maybe a Feather, it still provided some great shaves this week.
Razor: Blackland Blackbird sb
Blade: Gillette Nacet (1)
Brush: Yaqi 28mm Tuxedo Synthetic
Soap: Zingari Man - The Explorer
Post: Zingari Man - The Explorer Balm
Rating: 9.8/10
One tiny weeper but apart from that a very close shave. This is the fifth different blade I've used in the Blackbird since I got it and they've all performed perfectly. It doesn't seem to be blade sensitive at all. If I had to choose a favourite so far then it would be the BIC by a small margin, still got lots of others to try though.
Blade: Gillette Nacet (1)
Brush: Yaqi 28mm Tuxedo Synthetic
Soap: Zingari Man - The Explorer
Post: Zingari Man - The Explorer Balm
Rating: 9.8/10
One tiny weeper but apart from that a very close shave. This is the fifth different blade I've used in the Blackbird since I got it and they've all performed perfectly. It doesn't seem to be blade sensitive at all. If I had to choose a favourite so far then it would be the BIC by a small margin, still got lots of others to try though.
So far (one week in) I've only used a King C Gillette blade (same one, flipping every other shave). Today was with the scalloped bar, and 14 hours ago. Still really smooth.
Apart from this being my closest shaving razor, the other thing of note is how much longer the shave lasts. Like you after 14 hours it's still smooth and even after 24 there's only just enough stubble to warrant shaving.
20200920
Razor: @Blackland Razors Vector
Blade: Schick Proline (5)
Brush: @Rudy Vey Butterscotch Beehive (Shavemac 24mm 2-Band Silvertip)
Lather: Vitos Extra Super Coco
Aftershave: Fine Italian Citrus
Fragrance: Shades Of Blue For Men EdT Spray (Belcam Version Of Light Blue Pour Homme)
Additional skin care: Crystal Alum, Thayers Rose Petal Skin Toner and Hyaluronic Acid.
WTG, ATG, XTG. Minor touch-up.
BBS (Bride Approved) with no nicks, cuts, weepers or irritation.
Everything about this shave was smooth, effective, relaxed - absolutely superb.
Razor: @Blackland Razors Vector
Blade: Schick Proline (5)
Brush: @Rudy Vey Butterscotch Beehive (Shavemac 24mm 2-Band Silvertip)
Lather: Vitos Extra Super Coco
Aftershave: Fine Italian Citrus
Fragrance: Shades Of Blue For Men EdT Spray (Belcam Version Of Light Blue Pour Homme)
Additional skin care: Crystal Alum, Thayers Rose Petal Skin Toner and Hyaluronic Acid.
WTG, ATG, XTG. Minor touch-up.
BBS (Bride Approved) with no nicks, cuts, weepers or irritation.
Everything about this shave was smooth, effective, relaxed - absolutely superb.
The 'Bird and da fat get along just fine. The Rudy Vey with a Shavemac was great too.
Razor: Blackland Blackbird sb
Blade: Gillette Nacet (2)
Brush: Yaqi 28mm Tuxedo Synthetic
Soap: Signature Soaps - Capra, unscented goats milk hybrid soap
Post: Zingari Man - The Explorer Balm
Rating: 9.9/10
Super close shave again but with a tiny bit of irritation on the right side of my neck. I was over doing it slightly on one of my trouble spots.
Blade: Gillette Nacet (2)
Brush: Yaqi 28mm Tuxedo Synthetic
Soap: Signature Soaps - Capra, unscented goats milk hybrid soap
Post: Zingari Man - The Explorer Balm
Rating: 9.9/10
Super close shave again but with a tiny bit of irritation on the right side of my neck. I was over doing it slightly on one of my trouble spots.
Razor: Blackland Blackbird sb
Blade: Dorco Prime Platinum (1)
Brush: Yaqi 28mm Tuxedo Synthetic
Soap: Zingari Man - The Explorer
Post: Zingari Man - The Explorer Balm
Rating: 10/10
Another different blade in the Blackbird and again a BBS, nick and irritation free result. After the Dorco I think I'll put
a Feather in it and see how close that feels. I'll probably also try a couple of blades from the milder side, maybe Voskhod and Ladas and see how they are in it. At some point I might also do a "shave off" between the Blackbird and my previous efficiency kings, the Rex Ambassador and the R41.
Blade: Dorco Prime Platinum (1)
Brush: Yaqi 28mm Tuxedo Synthetic
Soap: Zingari Man - The Explorer
Post: Zingari Man - The Explorer Balm
Rating: 10/10
Another different blade in the Blackbird and again a BBS, nick and irritation free result. After the Dorco I think I'll put
a Feather in it and see how close that feels. I'll probably also try a couple of blades from the milder side, maybe Voskhod and Ladas and see how they are in it. At some point I might also do a "shave off" between the Blackbird and my previous efficiency kings, the Rex Ambassador and the R41.
I have used the Voskhod the last two days and really like it in my 'Bird. Previous blade has been a KCGillette, and it was definitely sharper and longer lasting shave, but the Voskhod ramps up the comfort even further. And for my face it allowed my subsequent shave the next morning to have the amount of growth to allow an easy shave with no irritation whatsoever. Could easily prove to be my Go To in my BB.
Chilly morning, was ready for a hot shower and a warm scent. Envy Aluminati brush has an aluminum handle that stays warm during the shave. East Egg was the perfect scent for today, Prada AS and EdT finished it nicely.
That's good to know, all the blades I've tried so far have been at the sharper end of the spectrum. It'll be interesting to see if like you, I also enjoy using milder blades.I have used the Voskhod the last two days and really like it in my 'Bird. Previous blade has been a KCGillette, and it was definitely sharper and longer lasting shave, but the Voskhod ramps up the comfort even further. And for my face it allowed my subsequent shave the next morning to have the amount of growth to allow an easy shave with no irritation whatsoever. Could easily prove to be my Go To in my BB.
I have used the Voskhod the last two days and really like it in my 'Bird. Previous blade has been a KCGillette, and it was definitely sharper and longer lasting shave, but the Voskhod ramps up the comfort even further. And for my face it allowed my subsequent shave the next morning to have the amount of growth to allow an easy shave with no irritation whatsoever. Could easily prove to be my Go To in my BB.
Does anyone else get a 'dull' feeling from Voskhod on the first use? For the first cheek on the first use, it feels dull to me, then comes alive. I was wondering if it's the teflon wearing off but I have no clue.
I like Permasharp in the 'Bird, good balance of sharp to comfortable. Blades are so personal though...
Razor: Blackland Blackbird sb
Blade: Dorco Prime Platinum (2)
Brush: Yaqi 28mm Tuxedo Synthetic
Soap: Signature Soaps - goats milk hybrid soap
Post: Zingari Man - The Explorer Balm
Rating: 10/10
Super close but very comfortable shave. Still loving the Blackbird and how well it works with the variety of blades I've tried in it so far.
Blade: Dorco Prime Platinum (2)
Brush: Yaqi 28mm Tuxedo Synthetic
Soap: Signature Soaps - goats milk hybrid soap
Post: Zingari Man - The Explorer Balm
Rating: 10/10
Super close but very comfortable shave. Still loving the Blackbird and how well it works with the variety of blades I've tried in it so far.
Third shave on the Voskhod blade using the OC plate, this time the 48 hours growth, and excellent results again.
Catching up.....All were excellent shaves!
20200923
Razor: @Blackland Razors Sabre L2
Blade: Personna GEM (3)
Brush: @Rudy Vey White Zebra Stripe (Shavemac 24mm D01 3-Band Silvertip Fan)
Lather: Martin de Candre Natural
Additional skin care: Crystal Alum, Thayers Rose Petal Skin Toner, CeraVe Moisturizing Cream and Hyaluronic Acid
Aftershave: Pinaud Clubman Lilac Vegetal
20200925
Razor: @Blackland Razors Vector
Blade: Feather Artist Club Professional Super (1)
Brush: @Rudy Vey Irish Bog Oak (IBO) (Shavemac 24mm 2-Band Silvertip)
Lather: Martin de Candre Natural
Aftershave: Pinaud Clubman VIBR
Fragrance: Pinaud Clubman Lime Sec
20200926
Razor: @Blackland Razors Vector
Blade: Feather Artist Club Professional Super (2)
Brush: ShaveForge Celestial Blue handle (TNS 25mm Quarter Moon knot)
Lather: Haslinger Ringelblumen
Aftershave: Lucky Tiger Face Tonic
Fragrance: Enforce Homme Eau de Cologne Spray (ParfumsBelcam version of Abercrombie & Fitch Fierce)
20200923
Razor: @Blackland Razors Sabre L2
Blade: Personna GEM (3)
Brush: @Rudy Vey White Zebra Stripe (Shavemac 24mm D01 3-Band Silvertip Fan)
Lather: Martin de Candre Natural
Additional skin care: Crystal Alum, Thayers Rose Petal Skin Toner, CeraVe Moisturizing Cream and Hyaluronic Acid
Aftershave: Pinaud Clubman Lilac Vegetal
20200925
Razor: @Blackland Razors Vector
Blade: Feather Artist Club Professional Super (1)
Brush: @Rudy Vey Irish Bog Oak (IBO) (Shavemac 24mm 2-Band Silvertip)
Lather: Martin de Candre Natural
Aftershave: Pinaud Clubman VIBR
Fragrance: Pinaud Clubman Lime Sec
20200926
Razor: @Blackland Razors Vector
Blade: Feather Artist Club Professional Super (2)
Brush: ShaveForge Celestial Blue handle (TNS 25mm Quarter Moon knot)
Lather: Haslinger Ringelblumen
Aftershave: Lucky Tiger Face Tonic
Fragrance: Enforce Homme Eau de Cologne Spray (ParfumsBelcam version of Abercrombie & Fitch Fierce)
20200927
Pre-shave: Pinaud Clubman Shave Oil
Razor (ATG, XTG): @Blackland Razors Vector
Blade: Feather Artist Club Professional Super (3)
Razor (WTG): Feather SS Artist Club Japanese Straight
Blade: Kai Captain Titan Protouch w/Guard (6)
Brush: @Graydog Backyard Maple (TNS 26mm Full Moon)
Lather: Mitchell's Wool Fat
Aftershave: Old Spice
Beautiful, relaxing Sunday shave!
Pre-shave: Pinaud Clubman Shave Oil
Razor (ATG, XTG): @Blackland Razors Vector
Blade: Feather Artist Club Professional Super (3)
Razor (WTG): Feather SS Artist Club Japanese Straight
Blade: Kai Captain Titan Protouch w/Guard (6)
Brush: @Graydog Backyard Maple (TNS 26mm Full Moon)
Lather: Mitchell's Wool Fat
Aftershave: Old Spice
Beautiful, relaxing Sunday shave!
I've got six shaves on the Voskhod blade now, and am still able to get to BBS, but it is taking more effort. Still better than I've ever been able to with my Timeless however. In spite of more cleanup passes than usual, zero afterburn. I LOVE THE BLACKBIRD!
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Lately I've become enamored with several Blackland razors and plan on ordering a blackbird (both plates, long handle--I think) when they come back in stock in black oxide.
I hear the blackbird is aggressive with plenty of blade feel. I'm hoping the blackbird may potentially be a daily driver for me. Does anyone know how the aggression would compare to the iKon B1 open-comb deluxe (or the Gillette New, of which it is a clone)?
I think the Blackbird is less aggressive than the iKon tech, as are most razors. I enjoy the tech occasionally but rarely use it on consecutive days.
I have my eye on the sabre and vector but am new to SE shaving so I decided to dip my toe in by getting an aluminum hawk v2 and Gem Jr. I have yet to try the Gem but the Hawk has not converted me to SE yet.
Cheers!
I hear the blackbird is aggressive with plenty of blade feel. I'm hoping the blackbird may potentially be a daily driver for me. Does anyone know how the aggression would compare to the iKon B1 open-comb deluxe (or the Gillette New, of which it is a clone)?
I think the Blackbird is less aggressive than the iKon tech, as are most razors. I enjoy the tech occasionally but rarely use it on consecutive days.
I have my eye on the sabre and vector but am new to SE shaving so I decided to dip my toe in by getting an aluminum hawk v2 and Gem Jr. I have yet to try the Gem but the Hawk has not converted me to SE yet.
Cheers!
