Fun With Above The Tie (ATT) Razors

[never-stop-learning]

I feel like I could use some help with this View attachment 1232888razor. Used a brand new Nacent today. Shave was close with no nicks, but it took an extra pass to get there. Not sure about blade or shave angle yet. It's a CH1 plate.

I go fairly steep with the CH1 plate. It's quite efficient and needs a light hand.

 

[ouchyfoot]

Razor: Above The Tie (ATT)- Windsor M1 (Colossus Handle)
Blade: Feather New Hi Stainless (1st)
Brush: Henri et Victoria: High Mountain White Badger 22mm
Pre-Shave: Innisfree - Jeju Volcanic Pore Cleansing Foam
Lather: Le Père Lucien - Cedar & Patchouli
Aftershave: Dr. Jon’s Cedar & Rose

Shave Rating: 10/10

Above the Pack
This razor does not get out enough. I picked up this M1 ATT razor on the B&B forums a while back, but have only used it sporadically. Not long ago I was considering buying an R1 plate for it, but now I’m glad I stuck with the milder M1. A mild shaver paired with an agressive blade can be one of the best combos going, and this was definitely proof of that pudding.

A new feather blade took me to an effortless BBS with an absolutely perfect post shave face feel. I think the feather along with a Kai blade may be the perfect pairing for this M1. I’m still going to experiment with other agressive blades though.

If you really like the scent of cedar, both the soap and aftershave are good ones.

“salutant te qui ad radi”

 

[never-stop-learning]

Fun today with the ATT Windsor Pro Mixed Metal CH1 with Kronos handle.

Razor: ATT Windsor Pro Mixed Metal CH1 (Kronos Handle)
Blade: Personna Med Prep (3)
Brush: Craving Shaving Debris Handle (PAA 24mm Roswell Grey Hybrid Synthetic knot)
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: Musgo Real Classic
Aftershave: Old Spice Classic

The ATT Windsor Pro Mixed Metal CH1 runs with the "Big Dogs". The CH1 plate is efficient while still maintaining a smooth feel. A very enjoyable razor.

Excellent shave!

 

[DrTron]

I recently picked up a S1/M1 combo /w Atlas handle here as I was looking for a mild slant. Love the S1. Works well with any of the blades that I have (Astra SP, Astra SS, GSB, Nacet, you name it). Haven't even tested the M1, need to do that sometime...

 

[drydown]

Love this thread!

Fun today with the ATT Windsor Pro Mixed Metal CH1 with Kronos handle.

Fun today with the ATT Windsor Mixed Metal SSCH1 with Atlas handle.

And another picture from my 'Windsor meets Tabac' series, same Windsor-config, slightly different brush:

 

[never-stop-learning]

Love this thread!



Fun today with the ATT Windsor Mixed Metal SSCH1 with Atlas handle.

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And another picture from my 'Windsor meets Tabac' series, same Windsor-config, slightly different brush:

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Very nice!

 

[Leverspro]

I see you also have the Perma Sharp and used that blade before. Don't know the Nacet, but I get super-BBS-shaves free of irritation with the Perma Sharp with the Windsor SSH1. So much so that the Windsor has send my R41 into retirement.
The Perma Sharp is sharp like a Feather to me, but more gentle (less bite) and it's more consistent over days. Which is why it has totally replaced the Feather, which has been a former favourite blade for me.

On the angle, I think it's a bit of getting used to as the Windsor has such a - I love it! - muted blade feel. As I'm finding the angle intuitively I wasn't aware of it, so I had to watch it this morning to tell it. I still think that communicating angles can only be a starting point and as you already got close shaves, you will find it yourself anyway best. However when watching myself with the SSH1 this morning, I think this picture #5 in the section "More pictures" comes closest to what I do:
Badger & Blade Wiki - Blade Angle
It's the photo where the description next to it starts with "Now we are shaving!"
I think that's a good starting point to have your skin build a line that meets the safety bar and the blade edge and you probably deviate from it a bit depending on the direction of the pass (WTG/XTG/ATG). Ah, and I don't use any pressure at all, the weight of the Windsor does it best on it's own.

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Finally got around to using this mixed metal copper Att with a PermaSharp. Very nice shave with no issues.

 

[never-stop-learning]

Finally got around to using this mixed metal copper Att with a PermaSharp. Very nice shave with no issues. View attachment 1264499

Nice kit!

 

[J.Atique]

I was fortunate to purchase the copper handle and base plates before they are out of stock. The shave is just superb, smooth and efficient

 

[DrTron]

Test drove the M1 now, with two different blades. Can't say I'm impressed, though. Sure, everybody's different, but while it is mild, it is not very efficient, and gave me a lot of burn. The S1 is a lot better in that respect, so I'm happy.

 

[never-stop-learning]

Test drove the M1 now, with two different blades. Can't say I'm impressed, though. Sure, everybody's different, but while it is mild, it is not very efficient, and gave me a lot of burn. The S1 is a lot better in that respect, so I'm happy.

The CM1 is not efficient enough for me. The CH1 & CR1 are my preferred ATT plates.

 

[J.Atique]

Test drove the M1 now, with two different blades. Can't say I'm impressed, though. Sure, everybody's different, but while it is mild, it is not very efficient, and gave me a lot of burn. The S1 is a lot better in that respect, so I'm happy.

The CM1 is not for me too. Did not replace it so as to have the complete set. It's work of art and may not be reproduced, so just kept it. I got the Windsor pro aluminum, was too light for my tast, when i used the CM1 in it the efficiency and sensation became like CMR1 ;-)

 

[never-stop-learning]

20210515

Razor: ATT Mixed Metal CH1 (Copper Calypso Handle, Stainless Classic H1 Cap)
Blade: Feather (2)
Brush: Rudy Vey Persian Jar (Shavemac 24mm Finest)
Bowl: Captain's Choice Copper
Lather: Haslinger Schafmilch
Aftershave: Lucky Tiger Skin Tonic
Fragrance: Preferred Stock

Outstanding ATT razor configuration! The ATT Mixed Metal CH1 with Copper Calypso Handle and Stainless Classic H1 Cap is highly efficient, smooth and very effective. Plus, it looks pretty darn cool.

Excellent razor!

 

[Vincentchou]

Dear gents,
Have you ever compared with H2 with Windsor H?
I own R2, Windsor R, and Windsor H.
R2 is so amazing and even more efficient than Windsor R without losing much smoothness.
I am on the fence of getting a H2 plate.
Would you mind giving me some advice?
Thanks a bunch.

 

[Adjustingtolife]

Just ordered a copper base plate and Windsor pro cap (stainless steele) from ATT. Can't wait!

Fayiz D.

 

[Adjustingtolife]

It's here

Fayiz D.

 

[Peterv1]

First couple of shaves went very well with the windsor pro, perhaps on the heavy side so maybe I'll be looking for the atlas handle to replace the kronos over time just to reduce the weight a little but overall its an excellent shaver

 

[TwiceRetired]

Great razor. FYI, Do Not soak the copper in alcohol. It will damage the clear coat.

 

[Adjustingtolife]

This has been a fantastic shaver

Fayiz D.

 

[BaPh96]

This has been a fantastic shaver

Fayiz D.

Your setup looks amazing. What handle did you pair with the mixed metal Windsor head?