@Smurfsup66
What angle are you using with the Ti68?
What angle are you using with the Ti68?
@muzichead 43.8º@Smurfsup66
What angle are you using with the Ti68?
I'm glad that you were able to get it figured out. I'm sure it will continue to provide a lifetime of great shaves!Okay, I just had the BEST SHAVE EVER!!! (I tend to over exaggerate and speak in absolutes all too often). Seriously though, I microscoped the Feather Blade I used yesterday under a jeweler's loupe and it had all kinds of jagged edges. Maybe I just got a bad one or something, IDK. I might just get into the habit of closely examining all my blades (under magnification) now.
Today's shave I used an old (Pre-2016) Derby Extra Blade and it was literally the best and smoothest shave of my life. It was great. I got the right gap, or maybe I'm just getting better with my angles, but I'm very pleased with my lifetime heirloom investment.
Sorry for all the drama, but the final verdict is A+. She's a keeper, boys! Grail Razor right here.
So you are in between riding the cap or the safety bar it would seem, and very specific I might add!! I would suggest more of a steeper angle with the Timeless as that is what I have used for 4yrs now and it seems to be what the majority uses from what I've read...@muzichead 43.8º
So you are in between riding the cap or the safety bar it would seem, and very specific I might add!! I would suggest more of a steeper angle with the Timeless as that is what I have used for 4yrs now and it seems to be what the majority uses from what I've read...
The bar... Steep = handle closer to face riding the bar / Shallow handle away from face riding the capby steeper, does that mean riding the bar more, or riding the cap more? I just get confused about such things, thanks for the help!
The bar... Steep = handle closer to face riding the bar / Shallow handle away from face riding the cap
I like this razor so much, I just couldn't wait another day to use it again - so I shaved my head.
This is the first time in my life. I've never shaved to the skin with an actual razor before, and I was scared going into it. This razor made it so easy and clean - not one single weeper! No razor burn, just a clean and smooth scalp.
No, I'm not balding yet, still had a full head of hair. I just did this to try it. So glad I went with this .68 Smooth SB Ti Timeless.
I think you should really consider a dermatologist and not a larger blade gap for that, Lol!!The next assignment for this exquisite tool will be (overshare coming) slicing off my skin tags! I know, I know, how gross, but it's about time I addressed these epidermis issues. Question, should I use a larger blade gap than the .68 for this job?
If you’re going to do it, do it right. Cold water, SLICK lather, wide blade gap, SHARP blade (Feather? Sure, why not), and aftershave with LOTS of menthol. Maybe some styptic powder.The next assignment for this exquisite tool will be (overshare coming) slicing off my skin tags! I know, I know, how gross, but it's about time I addressed these epidermis issues. Question, should I use a larger blade gap than the .68 for this job?
I've done the opposite which is work my way up. I'm wondering if I should've just gone all the way from the beginning. When I add up the money I've spent, it seems more logical. But at the same time it's fun to try them all, LOL!
Enjoy it!
...and aftershave with LOTS of menthol.
Menthol is great! We all love the cooling effect of menthol. But... If your face has been scrapped up and is tender and sore, the last thing you want to do is to rub menthol into it.
Menthol is an irritant to raw skin, it is referred to as a counterirritant. It is very strong in aftershave. Which is why you can feel it after an incredibly smooth shave.
I understand how everyone enjoys and looks forward to that burn after shaving. All well and good. But, do yourself and your face a favor, not after a rough shave. Just use some cold water and pat your face dry.
After a good shave, I will leave my face and hands wet. I will pour a small amount of good ole Aqua Velva into my palm, mix it around and splash my face.
After about ten to fifteen seconds I can feel the menthol through unbroken skin. I leave it on for about thirty seconds and then splash more water on my face. I then pat my face a bit with a soft towel. I just finished shaving and using Aqua Velva. I like to step outside in the cold air for a minute or two to complete the effect!
Also, if your face is still irritated from an earlier shave, best to use a shaving cream/soap/gel without menthol in it. Nivia is a good alternative.
I can also agree that if you cut up your face pretty bad with nicks and weepers, a straight mentholated aftershave splash, is not really the best thing for your face. If you have damaged your skin, the best thing for it, is an aftershave balm. But what you may not realize is, they make aftershave balms with menthol in it. So you get the health benefits of a balm to heal your skin, and the soothing coolness from the menthol.
Worst shaves of my life, not even exaggerating. After all the raving reviews, I'm bewildered. I never thought I had "sensitive skin" before, but now I do. This razor has my face raw, yet still stubbly as all get out. I can't go over it anymore, my face needs to rest, so I just gave up and it's not even anywhere near as close as I got with the Merkur 34c, I'm just so confused.