My 'new' Fatip

[Kev Kev]

I just received a Fatip Piccolo in the mail yesterday and had my first shave with it this morning.
When I first opened the box it came it, I was surprised how tiny the whole razor was in my hand (I know, I know...'piccolo'..'tiny' I get it! ). The razor was much heavier than it's diminutive appearance belies with its solid little handle plus heavy head.
Per other's recommendations, I swapped out the small original handle for a larger one. Most of my razors tend to be large-handled so it is a size I am most comfortable with shaving. The Piccolo handle simply felt too small in my hands.
I used the 'Grande' handle from my R41—not an ideal fit, but it was secure enough to ensure a 'safe' shave.

Piccolo to Grande:


I loaded a Personna Med blade and prepped for the shave. Plenty of blade exposure, rivaling the 2011 R41...


End result: An excellent, comfortable, close shave. The Fatip produced significant audio feedback (not unlike the R41), as well as an extremely close shave even after a single pass. I found the Fatip to be a bit more forgiving than the Mühle as well, yet still produced a quality shave that rivaled the Beast in closeness. This razor will certainly remain in the razor rotation as I came away quite impressed with this nice 'little' OC razor. The Mühle handle will return to the R41, and an Ikon Bulldog II will soon be paired with the Fatip. Happy shaving ahead!

Kevin

 

[Rothman]

Good shavers but I hate how loose blades fit. I spend a solid minute making sure its as straight as I can get it. The caps on the Fatips are skinny and give the illusion of a far more aggressive razor than it really is, that's not to say that it isn't aggressive though. To be honest, I prefer my Cadet OC's.

There is a post somewhere by Alex that states which handles do and do not fit the Fatip. Be sure to read that before buying. The threads are smaller than the usual threads used on razors. They seem to be a 10-32 pitch rather than the metric size (I can't remember it off the top of my head). The metric size will fit the 10-32 threads BUT, there is very little thread engagement so it's very sloppy and could easily ruin your Fatip top cap over time.

 

[Harry Snider]

Wow, thanks for the comparative pictures! I had no idea they were that small! That blade exposure is CRAZY!!!!

 

[Sceptic Pencil]

The Mühle handle will return to the R41, and an Ikon Bulldog II will soon be paired with the Fatip.Kevin

I tried my Piccolo with a Shavecraft Bulldog (made by Ikon) & it didn't fit. I got a UFO short Kaiser instead, tapped with a FaTip thread & that is a superb match with the Piccolo head.

 

[shoulderpet]

I just received a Fatip Piccolo in the mail yesterday and had my first shave with it this morning.
When I first opened the box it came it, I was surprised how tiny the whole razor was in my hand (I know, I know...'piccolo'..'tiny' I get it! ). The razor was much heavier than it's diminutive appearance belies with its solid little handle plus heavy head.
Per other's recommendations, I swapped out the small original handle for a larger one. Most of my razors tend to be large-handled so it is a size I am most comfortable with shaving. The Piccolo handle simply felt too small in my hands.
I used the 'Grande' handle from my R41—not an ideal fit, but it was secure enough to ensure a 'safe' shave.

Piccolo to Grande:
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I loaded a Personna Med blade and prepped for the shave. Plenty of blade exposure, rivaling the 2011 R41...
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End result: An excellent, comfortable, close shave. The Fatip produced significant audio feedback (not unlike the R41), as well as an extremely close shave even after a single pass. I found the Fatip to be a bit more forgiving than the Mühle as well, yet still produced a quality shave that rivaled the Beast in closeness. This razor will certainly remain in the razor rotation as I came away quite impressed with this nice 'little' OC razor. The Mühle handle will return to the R41, and an Ikon Bulldog II will soon be paired with the Fatip. Happy shaving ahead!

Kevin

Wow, looks like the Fatip actually has more exposure, however the comb is longer which is probably why it is not quite as aggressive as the R41 , really want to get a Fatip

 

[Kev Kev]

Wow, looks like the Fatip actually has more exposure, however the comb is longer which is probably why it is not quite as aggressive as the R41 , really want to get a Fatip

With this R41 (2011), the blade edge is quite evident while shaving. The Fatip, despite the significant exposure, feels milder on the face. Long combs do makes a difference. Since the R41's design really isn't a true OC, but a modified bar with 'ridges', the user gets to be more intimate with the razor's edge.

 

[mastershake]

fatips are awesome especially for the money. finish issues aside (and believe me there are issues at one time i had 6 fatips all with their own different plating issues) its a awesome razor. imo a even heavier handle the the r41 grande makes a huge difference i LOVE the ikon oss handle with mine and once in a while if i really want it to be aggressive ill use the matador grande (sabo t1) long handle.

 

[Kev Kev]

Used an Ikon Bulldog II handle today with the Fatip. Much better balance and I love the grip on the Bulldog.
I can see why there's so much love for both these handles and the Fatip heads. Great combo...

 

[alex2363]

Wow, thanks for the comparative pictures! I had no idea they were that small! That blade exposure is CRAZY!!!!

But with the proper weight [ from handle] is yeilds the mildest of effective shaves.

 

[alex2363]

Good shavers but I hate how loose blades fit. I spend a solid minute making sure its as straight as I can get it. The caps on the Fatips are skinny and give the illusion of a far more aggressive razor than it really is, that's not to say that it isn't aggressive though. To be honest, I prefer my Cadet OC's.

There is a post somewhere by Alex that states which handles do and do not fit the Fatip. Be sure to read that before buying. The threads are smaller than the usual threads used on razors. They seem to be a 10-32 pitch rather than the metric size (I can't remember it off the top of my head). The metric size will fit the 10-32 threads BUT, there is very little thread engagement so it's very sloppy and could easily ruin your Fatip top cap over time.

Here is the list that has the handles, its a culmination of our B&B members input.

Note: These listings will change daily, see end of thread for updated list as of Sept/28/2013...


1) Fatip Grande Nickel :
Do fits :
[1]Tradere,
[2] Edwin Jagger DE8,
[3] Gillette Fat Tech handle,
[4] Gillette New Comb,
[5] Weber Bulldog,
[6] Weber classic,
[7] UFO-Godzilla
[8] Parker 91r
[9] Parker 48r,
[10] Ikon Bulldog ( some members say it fits)
[11] Gillette Old OC 1909 ABC Handle,
[12] UFO Goliath Handle,
[13] 7o'clock OC Handle(Made In England),
[14] UFO/Kaiser, [15] SABI Fat Handle,
[16] GS1 Handle,
[17] Weber classic (DLC version),
[18] SABI/T-1,
[19] Griest stainless & 360 brass handle,
[20] Ikon OSS

Do not fit :[1]Ikon Bulldog, [2]Muelle R41,[3]Weber bulldog [4] Tradere (1st release)
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2) Fatip Piccolo :
Do fit:
[1] Weber Bulldog handle,
[2] Tradere,
[3] Ikon OSS ,
[4] UFO Kaiser,
[5] Feather AS D1,
[6] Gillette New Fat Handle
[7] Gillette Fat Tech Handle,
[8] Parker 98r
[9] IKON Bulldog *( some say it don't fit),
[10] UFO-Godzilla,
[11] Edwin Jagger DE89,
[12] Gillette 7'oclock (GB),
[13] Gillette New OC LC ball end gold plated (GB),
[14] Gillette New OC LC ball end Sheffield/Laurel (GB),
[15] Gillette Old OC ball end silver plated (US),
[16] Gillette Old OC short travel handle (US),
[17] Gillette Tech fat handle (GB),
[18] Gillette Tech slim handle,
[19] Gillette Tech straight aluminum,
[20] IKon Bulldog handle -fits, but loose until the final turn,
[21]Lord L6 , [22]Mercur 985CL-2 piece travel,
[22] Mühle R41 2011,
[23] Tradere,
[24]Sabi Fat handle,
[25] GS1 handle,
[26] Merkur 46c
[27] Pilot Magnum (Pakistani)
[28] Star DE-(Handle fit but only at the end of the turns.)
[29] BRW Bulldog

Do not fit: [1] Mariner long handle, [2] R41 Grande handle, [3] Ikon Bulldog, [4] EJ DE89, [5] Gillette New OC LC ball end/silver (GB), [6] Gillette Tech ball end aluminum, [7] Gillette Tech black bake-lite [8] Griest stainless & 360 brass handles

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3) Fatip Grande Chrome :

Do fit:
[1] Bob Razor Works Deluxe XL,
[2] Weber Bulldog,
[3] *Ikon Bulldog(some say it wont fit)*,
[4] Tradere (many members say it fits),
[5] UFO-Godzilla,
[6] Razor/7 o'clock,
[7] Gillette New OC,
[8] LC ball end gold (GB),
[9] Gillette Old OC ball end silve (US),
[10] Gillette Old OC short travel handle (US),
[11] Gillette Tech slim handle (fat alike) (GB),
[12] Gillette Tech straight aluminum,
[13] Lord L6 ,
[14] Mercur 985CL (2 piece travel handle),
[15] Parker 98R,
[16] BRW Bull Mastiff Deluxe - (Fits. Starts loose, but tightens up ),
[17] 98R Heavy Duty Premium Barber-pole,
[18] SABI Fat Handle,
[19] GS1 handle,
[20] Ikon OSS handle
[21]ATT/Atlas Handle,
[22] UFO Kaiser Short (fits Short as well as standard length Kaiser handle)
[23] Griest stainless & 360 brass handles,
[24] Durham Duplex,
[25] Ikon OSS,
[26] Merkur 46c.
[27] Matador Toro Mastiff
[28] Old Type (Ivory Soap) handle,
[29] NEW type LC, Empire set Handle
[30] Aluminum Tech handle
[31] Cadet TP-26
[32] Bob Quinn- Bakelite handles

Do not fit : [1] Tradere Handle(on some, many do fit, [2] Edwin Jagger Bulbous Chrome handle [3] Canadian Thin Handle Old Type,[4] 1940 Bakelite Tech.[5]
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4) Fatip Grande Gold :

Do fit :
[1] Feather AS,
[2] BRW Bull Mastiff Deluxe (Fits. Starts loose, but tightens)
[3] UFO-Godzilla,
[4] Sabi fat handle,
[5] Gs1,
[6] Griest stainless & 360 brass handles,
[7] Ikon OSS

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***Handle and FATIP Razor specs Section***:


Razor Specs:

1) Fatip Grande Nickel: Handle length 77 mm/ total length 85 mm/ WT 65 g/ ( Thread 4.35)
2) Fatip Piccolo : Handle length 70 mm/ WT 72 g/ Heavier than others
3) Fatip Grande Chrome : Handle length 77 mm/ total length 85 mm/ WT 65 g/ ( Thread measure 4.38mm)-Screw: 4.36 MM width : 14.05mm length
4) Fatip Grande Gold : Handle length 77 mm/ total length 85 mm/ WT 65 g/


HANDLES SPECS:


1) Tradere ( head 4.80, WT 66 gm)
2) Edwin Jagger DE89 ( threads 4.89mm)- whole razor Weight = 76g
3) Gillette Fat Tech handle
4) Gillette New Comb- Gillette Bar Handle/SC New =WT 20.4/ - Gillette Ball Handle /LC New = WT 24.7
5) Weber Bulldog (needs 2 extra turns for fit), 2.4 ounces / 3 inch long /
6) Weber Classic- wt 58 gms ........3-7/8" in length (9.8 cm)
6) Weber 'New' Classic -wt 76 gms
7) Ikon Bulldog,
8) Ikon OSS [head 4.85- wt 100 gms - 95mm long - 12.25mm diameter] (works but is loose until the final turn) ,
9) UFO Kaiser (polished SS, 100mm lg, 13mm diameter, 91 grams wt)
10) Mariner long handle razor weighs in at 2.4 oz . The handle is 3" long.

11) R41 Grande handle ( whole razor WT 35.5)
12) Bob Razor Works Deluxe XL,
13) Feather AS. ( whole razor Wt 90 gms / 3 1/2 in long)

14) UFO-Godzilla (316L Stainless Steel. 85 mm long. 15/15 mm caliber. 103 gr weight.

Thread is M5x0.8.The neck ends to 8.5 mm)
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15) UFO Goliath XL- 316L Stainless Steel. 100 mm long. 15/15 mm caliber. 123 gr weight./Red Bronze. 100 mm long. 15/15 mm caliber. ??? gr weight./Thread is M5x0.8. 16) Heavy Duty Premium Barber-pole handle (89 gm).
17) lord 16
18) LC ball end gold plated (GB)
18) Gillette Old OC ball end silver plated (US),
19) Gillette Old OC short travel handle (US),

20) Gillette Tech slim handle (fat alike) (GB),
21) Gillette Tech straight aluminum,
22) Mercur 985CL (2 piece travel handle),
23) Parker 98R ( 4" handle and weighs 3 oz. whole razor wt)
24) Parker 91r (handle length 99mm, weight 80g (head+handle)
25) Parker 48R (handle length 91 mm, weight 96g (head+handle)
26) BRW Bull Mastiff Deluxe XL- (93 grams/ 96mm long, 13mm diameter on the main handle and 15mm diameter on the magnetic knob on the end.)
27) UFO Goliath - 316L Stainless Steel. 85 mm long. 15/15 mm caliber./ 103 gr weight.Red Bronze. 85 mm long./ 15/15 mm caliber./ 115 gr weight/thread is M5x0.8 28) Gillette 7'oclock (GB)
29) Gillette New OC LC ball end gold plated (GB)


30) Gillette New OC LC ball end Sheffield/Laurel (GB)
31) Gillette Old OC ball end silver plated (US)
32) Gillette Old OC short travel handle (US)
33) Gillette Tech fat handle (GB)
34) Gillette Tech slim handle (fat alike) (GB)
35) Gillette Tech straight aluminum
36) iKon Bulldog handle
37) Lord L6
38) ATT/Atlas handle- Whole razor weighs in at 95 grams, total length is 3 1/4" while the handle is 3" long, 303 Stainless steel
39)Parker 98R Heavy Duty Premium Barberpole Whole razor Length: 10.8 cm Weight: 121g
40)Sabi fat handle - 3 1/4 in long, wt 2.5 oz

41) GS1 - 3 1/2 inches long, 1/2 inch in diameter and weighs in at 80 grams. Where the handle meets the head is 8.5mm and should fit most razor heads as the threads are M5x0.8.
42) SABI /T-1- 4 inches with the head
43)Griest stainless & 360 brass handles-3in long, 5/8th in. diameter and 111 grams in weight.
44) Durham Duplex
45) Ikon OSS
46) Merkur 46c
48] Pilot magnum [Pakistani]- 75g total razor weight
49] Cadet TP 26
50] Star DE -
51]Bob Quinn- Bakelite Handle
52] Bob Razor Works Bulldog-