First use, new Derby Premium blade. One of the worst experiences I've had since I started shaving with a DE over 2 years ago.
I've used the Rockwell 6s on the R6 plate, no issues, Merkur Futur on the most aggressive setting, (with only one minor negative shave, but I think it may have been blade related) the Gamechanger. 84, a CB Karve with D plate, and a Muhle Rocca. Different blades in all those aggressive types of razors, all with little to no effort, let alone any problems.
The Ikon left my jawline red with razor burn and irritated, and I had several medium to large weepers going, and then more weepers under the nose of all places.. The tip of the stypic pencil was literally covered in blood after the first pass with it.
Shave soap was Stirling Barbershop, and I've used that same puck for a long time, with no issues or inconsistencies in the past.
Going to try a different blade once the face recovers a bit, to see if it was that Derby blade.
My experiences with other aggressive razors has been way different, and I was expecting similar results with the Ikon. What could be the differences in my experience?
What are your experiences with the Ikon Teks? I've read good things about them, and wanted to give one a spin. I like the looks, feel, and weight of the razor. I'm having serious doubts.
I've used the Rockwell 6s on the R6 plate, no issues, Merkur Futur on the most aggressive setting, (with only one minor negative shave, but I think it may have been blade related) the Gamechanger. 84, a CB Karve with D plate, and a Muhle Rocca. Different blades in all those aggressive types of razors, all with little to no effort, let alone any problems.
The Ikon left my jawline red with razor burn and irritated, and I had several medium to large weepers going, and then more weepers under the nose of all places.. The tip of the stypic pencil was literally covered in blood after the first pass with it.
Shave soap was Stirling Barbershop, and I've used that same puck for a long time, with no issues or inconsistencies in the past.
Going to try a different blade once the face recovers a bit, to see if it was that Derby blade.
My experiences with other aggressive razors has been way different, and I was expecting similar results with the Ikon. What could be the differences in my experience?
What are your experiences with the Ikon Teks? I've read good things about them, and wanted to give one a spin. I like the looks, feel, and weight of the razor. I'm having serious doubts.