Rate your razor

[Cino]

Rate your SE razors on whatever scale you choose. Just the order of the ones you most enjoy for any reason. I have only two, both ACs. Well, 3 if you include the different heads for the Vector.

1) Paradigm SE Ti - this is undoubtedly the smoothest razor in my collection of SEs and DEs. It's simply an autopilot razor, and the ergonomics are tops as well. Sadly, it's no longer made.

2) Vector SS OC - the most nimble razor in my collection, though it doesn't approach the smoothness of the Paradigm. I really enjoy Shane's OC plates for both the Vector and the BB. They provide a nice scratchy feel.

3) Vector SS SB - maybe a bit smoother than the OC and no scratch. I might pick up the Lite but I don't know if it would really be all that different.

I'm eying a couple more though I'm not sure when I'll pull the trigger.

 

[Fedsbackhand]

They provide a nice scratchy feel.

 

[Phoenixkh]

Mine are easy to rank, though I use #3 around my nose for every single shave.

1. La Faulx Classic in both premium polished bronze and polished stainless steel. The SS La Faulx is my "travel razor". LOL
2. ATT X1.
3. ESC/Alpha Shaving Claymore Evolution.

 

[MelC]

I got a Yaqi Romulus from a PIF table at Maggards Meet up a few weeks ago. With a Kai mild AC blade it gives a smooth close shave. That wide AC blade makes it like an industrial lawn mower that gets the job done quick. Next in line would be a vintage 1912 Gem razor. Same kind of performance.

 

[gdawg55]

La Faulx is my number one. It is super smooth, highly efficient (++ plate) and leaves my skin silky smooth.

Selling all my other AC razors.

 

[Tirvine]

My ATT Windsor is definitely my worst razor, but I use it everyday because it is also my best razor.

 

[Cino]

La Faulx is my number one. It is super smooth, highly efficient (++ plate) and leaves my skin silky smooth.

Selling all my other AC razors.

I have a La Faulx on order. Can't wait to compare it with the Paradigm.

 

[Psychtec]

1912 ER “Squat Head”

Rating: 8 out of 10

Razor Blades: IMHO. Shaves best with GEM PTFE SS blade. My daily blade. I get 3-5 shaves. If I switch and put it in my 1924 Shovel head, I could squeeze 1-2 more shaves, if I like

Size & Length of handle: Fits well under the nose. Can get a little slippery when wet. I prefer shorter handles with some heft to them. Not to heavy, not to lite.

Aggressiveness: Moderately Aggressive.

Ease of use: once you find the angles that work for you, easy to use.

Shave: Smooth, comfortable, efficient and non threatening.

Cleaning: Easy to clean with liquid soap using a small brush. Spray with alcohol.

Storage: comes with nice metal case.

 

[WThomas0814]

1. Blackland Sabre L2
2. Atelier Durdan Vestige +
3. 1930s Ever-Ready 1912

Mine are all Gem format. My AC razor experience has been troublesome.

 

[Saloogie]

I have 2 Gems, a G handle and a 1912. Both were only around 20 bucks a piece and they are in very nice condition. These razors have held up very well

If I had to rate them, I would give them a 6 out of 10. They both give similar, comfortable, safe shaves, but I need a lot of touching up, so hence a 6. I think most of my DE razors do a bit better. But hey are in my rotation because they are so cool!

 

[Cino]

Having had some time with the La Faulx, I have to revise my ratings.

1) La Faulx takes the top spot. I believe that it's the smoothest razor I own, especially taking efficiency into account. Initially, I preferred the ++ plate over the + , but I've found that for one or two days growth the + works fine and is a bit smoother. The only ding is that it's not quite as maneuverable as the others.

2) Paradigm SE Ti - still an autopilot razor, and the ergonomics are tops as well. Sadly, it's no longer made.

3) Vector SS OC - the most nimble razor in my collection, though it doesn't approach the smoothness of the Paradigm.

4) Vector SS SB - maybe a bit smoother than the OC and no scratch.

The Vectors are strange for me. Sometimes we get along fine and other times not so much. They seem to be more dependent on technique than the others in this lineup.

I'll likely be getting a WR4 when the opportunity arises.