Blackland PVD coated Blem razors sale.....

[GlazedBoker]

Good deals with Blackland blems. Both Blackbird & Vector SS available. No discount code needed.

Vector

The Vector is the most compact and intuitive single-edge razor ever made. Every piece of the Vector is CNC machined from solid stainless steel. Proudly made in the USA.

www.blacklandrazors.com

 

[Flanders]

They are good prices considering I wanted a polished Vector... hmm.

 

[AlphaFrank75]

They are good prices considering I wanted a polished Vector... hmm.

Yeah, a black one would look really cool in your den. I wouldn't want to let these slip away if I was you.

 

[DesertIguana]

I am sort of curious about the Osprey Adjustable that is coming soon from Blackland.

 

[AU55IE]

Some nice prices for sure but I already have a stainless steel Vector and Blackbird razor. As it is I sadly don't think I am going to be able to afford the Osprey regardless of price. The Aussie dollar falling lower has not helped my financial situation at all either.

If any of you have been on the fence of buying any of these razors this might be a good opportunity.

 

[Shave Souffle]

I might have to get a PVD Blackbird in black. I remember when I first learned of Blackland and their Blackbird, I went on their social media and saw the original one that was in black but it was black oxide and they had already discontinued them at that time. Next question OC or SB?

 

[Shave Souffle]

And concerns the PVD coating will wear away over time with normal use and cleaning?

 

[Flanders]

And concerns the PVD coating will wear away over time with normal use and cleaning?

I think it is the same as Tatara uses and I haven't had any noticeable wear on mine, one of the reasons I really want one.

 

[craigq]

And concerns the PVD coating will wear away over time with normal use and cleaning?

There’s a thread here with the PVD looking ”odd” on a member’s dark Masamune. I’m neither metallurgist nor a coatings expert so I don’t want to speculate beyond looking odd. Potentially something to consider ?

Tatara Masamune vs Feather AS-D2

I’m actually going pleased to hear that I own one of the best razors (AS-D2), so I don’t feel the pull to own the Tatara. Looks are subjective but when it comes to razors I think I gravitate towards a more traditional look. I remember when I was shopping for the AS-D2, my top choice was...

www.badgerandblade.com

Edit: there’s further discussion of the discoloration below the photo

 

[Shave Souffle]

Just purchased black OC Blackbird. Resistance is futile!!!

 

[AlphaFrank75]

I'm glad to see the black Vectors are sold out. I was tempted, but this time around resistance paid off.

 

[3oclockShadow]

I picked up a black Vector PVD from the sale. Not my first go around with the Vector, but I wanted to give it another try. I'm fairly pleased with the shave this time around, but getting the blade off is turning out to be an issue. I wonder if the coating might be part of the reason. Anyone else have an issue with blade removal/installation on these? The tolerances seem exceptionally tight, possibly to a fault. I do plan to reach out to Shane/Blackland about it, but thought I might check here as well.

 

[AlphaFrank75]

I picked up a black Vector PVD from the sale. Not my first go around with the Vector, but I wanted to give it another try. I'm fairly pleased with the shave this time around, but getting the blade off is turning out to be an issue. I wonder if the coating might be part of the reason. Anyone else have an issue with blade removal/installation on these? The tolerances seem exceptionally tight, possibly to a fault. I do plan to reach out to Shane/Blackland about it, but thought I might check here as well.

Yeah, that tiny blade is a bit tricky, IMO. I have a machined SS Vector. Sometimes it sticks to the cap and sometimes it sticks to the base when you take it apart. That's just the way it is. This is why I load a fresh blade and don't touch it again until the last shave and time to bin the thing.

 

[3oclockShadow]

Yeah, that tiny blade is a bit tricky, IMO. I have a machined SS Vector. Sometimes it sticks to the cap and sometimes it sticks to the base when you take it apart. That's just the way it is. This is why I load a fresh blade and don't touch it again until the last shave and time to bin the thing.

Thanks. Any tips for getting the blade out without slicing something open?

 

[Big_T]

Thanks. Any tips for getting the blade out without slicing something open?

I keep a couple of small magnets stuck onto screws inside the medicine cabinet. One of them pulls the blade right off and then I place it inside the medicine cabinet until I need it again.

 

[AlphaFrank75]

I just thought of something based on @Big_T's magnet thing. Wouldn't it be cool if @Blackland Razors put a magnet into the base of the Vector's handle. A nice little upgrade to make the Vector perfect.