Tested and desplined GEM blades will not work in the V2 Core.
That was an excellent write up. I was just adding to it with my experience with both versions.I think I have been more than fair in my assessment. I'll be doing a third shave later today.
I thought that the Gems won't work in the V2.
That was an excellent write up. I was just adding to it with my experience with both versions.
The Gems work you just have to de-spine them and I use a hole punch to take a half moon notch out and they fit fine. But I will add it's a PITA so I wish some other blade company makes a blade for the razor so we can have some choice. Other than that I really like it especially in the Gunmetal finish.
Wow thank you for the info...I was unaware of this.. any feedback on how they work? Which of the two works on the Genesis V2 thick or thin?As discussed in another thread KAI makes a Valet compatible carbon steel blade in two thicknesses, sold in packs of 50 blades. I ordered from Japan but listed on ebay too, though more expensive via ebay at the time. Currently one ebay seller has two 50 packs, thin and thick packs, for $20.90 + $10 shipping. About as cheap as my buy. Do a search for "Kai best blades".
Thank you! I'm going to pick some up and see how they shave.Here is the KAI blades thread link.
Kai BEST carbon steel blade results
Both thicknesses work in the Oneblade per my understanding. The thick blade, 0.25mm, is basically the same thickness as the Feather blade.
Good point. In that it does not FEEL like a working mans razor. But, when you really think about it though, who would benefit most from using a razor that can give you a quality 1 to 2 pass shave in 4-5 minutes and be out the door to get on with the rest of their day? Yep, the working man. Time is of the essence nowadays. Life is helter skelter during these times. Rush, rush, rush, no time for anything, before you know it the day is practically done and you have to get ready to do it again the very next day. Time, it's the only thing that we wish we had more of. What kills this razor? Everyone under the sun knows it. It's the price of entry, plain and simple. It feels fine, it looks fine and it shaves fine. That price tag though is tough to swallow for many. And I don't blame them one bit. I got mine on the cheap end with a promotional and discount code combo for just under $300, if you want to call that cheap which it is not. Why did I buy it? Out of curiosity and I treated myself (quit smoking). It does what it's supposed to do. Give you a damn good shave. I have other razors that I use more and enjoy to be honest. Regrets? Not a one.....Second shave is in the books.
Basically the same as yesterday except I was more at ease going against my instincts and muscle memory. Three passes and got a great shave. The razor does what it is intended to do and it does it well.
The weight and quality let's me know I am shaving with a very luxury item. I imagine that this is how the upper elite shave. I could imagine a martini by the sink, a violinist played soothing music in the background while James brought the Rolls-Royce around front to take me to the country club for brunch (this is what the rich and powerful do right?).
This doesn't feel like a working man's razor.
Gus, So far in my review I have totally tried to forget about the price and just focus on the razor itself.Good point. In that it does not FEEL like a working mans razor. But, when you really think about it though, who would benefit most from using a razor that can give you a quality 1 to 2 pass shave in 4-5 minutes and be out the door to get on with the rest of their day? Yep, the working man. Time is of the essence nowadays. Life is helter skelter during these times. Rush, rush, rush, no time for anything, before you know it the day is practically done and you have to get ready to do it again the very next day. Time, it's the only thing that we wish we had more of. What kills this razor? Everyone under the sun knows it. It's the price of entry, plain and simple. It feels fine, it looks fine and it shaves fine. That price tag though is tough to swallow for many. And I don't blame them one bit. I got mine on the cheap end with a promotional and discount code combo for just under $300, if you want to call that cheap which it is not. Why did I buy it? Out of curiosity and I treated myself (quit smoking). It does what it's supposed to do. Give you a damn good shave. I have other razors that I use more and enjoy to be honest. Regrets? Not a one.....
I think you'll like the shave with a GEM. Plus, the shave gets better and smoother with the despined GEM. Fair not trying to let the price influence your judgement on how it shaves. Still, it's hard to separate in the end. Have fun!!!Gus, So far in my review I have totally tried to forget about the price and just focus on the razor itself.
Since this is a V1, tomorrow I am going to use a Gem blade and see what it can do.
I'm sure the price will be included in my final thoughts.I think you'll like the shave with a GEM. Plus, the shave gets better and smoother with the despined GEM. Fair not trying to let the price influence your judgement on how it shaves. Still, it's hard to separate in the end. Have fun!!!
Some have said the razor is boring, well if your bored you can watch the head piviot.
Some have said it takes all the fun out of shaving, well I had fun holding this fine piece and what could be more fun than getting a great shave.
Some have said that it takes all the challenge out of shaving, well it does (just being honest). But if a challenge is your measure then this should be your perfect razor:
Here is the KAI blades thread link.
Kai BEST carbon steel blade results
Both thicknesses work in the Oneblade per my understanding. The thick blade, 0.25mm, is basically the same thickness as the Feather blade.
Thank you for the very generous offer but based on what your saying maybe that's not a good use those blades in the V2. I'll continue to use the Feathers and once in a while I'll modify a few Gems.The KAI BEST carbon blades do not work in my OB Genesis v2. The .15 is too thin and just rattles around. The .25 can be forced in, but you almost need a pliers to get it out again.
@Dragonsbeard , I can send you a few blades to try in yours if you want. PM me an address and I'll drop them in the mail.
I thought that the V2 was modified so that it couldn't take the Gems.Thank you for the very generous offer but based on what your saying maybe that's not a good use those blades in the V2. I'll continue to use the Feathers and once in a while I'll modify a few Gems.
Thanks again!
No it will take a Gem as long as you de -spine the blade and cut a half moon notch out of the blade so it slides in like a Feather. There is a post somewhere that actually shows someone modifying the blade with a pair of metal nippers. So yes it works but like I said it's a PITA to do and most of the time I just use the Feathers. Oh and you are talking about the Genesis V2 right and not the Core V2?I thought that the V2 was modified so that it couldn't take the Gems.
Thanks and I do mean the Genesis V2.No it will take a Gem as long as you de -spine the blade and cut a half moon notch out of the blade so it slides in like a Feather. There is a post somewhere that actually shows someone modifying the blade with a pair of metal nippers. So yes it works but like I said it's a PITA to do and most of the time I just use the Feathers. Oh and you are talking about the Genesis V2 right and not the Core V2?
Thanks and I do mean the Genesis V2.