I've been using the RazoRock JAWS OC for a while and thought it was time to do a review. That, and CyberJCM put out a great PIF in the RazoRocktober thread requiring a review to enter. Seriously though, you need to join RazoRocktober for the rest of the month. It is a lot of fun!
The JAWS was my first foray into the RazoRock line of hardware. It was also my first open comb. Up to that point, I had basically just used my Merkur 34c, EJ89, and a 40's SuperSpeed. Well, this was a whole new experience for me. I happened to hit on a great razor/blade combo my first time using it.
I started with a Crystal blade in it and it was the closest shave I'd every had. I really couldn't believe that it was that good with only 2 passes. I've since used it with 3-4 different blades, but the Crystal just fits the JAWS like a glove.
Now, about the razor itself. It has a longer handle than I was used to, but after using it a few times, fits perfectly in my hand. I just have to be careful I don't grip it with my whole hand instead of just my fingertips. It is a close shaver and will bite if you put too much pressure on it. The Open Comb was a new thing for me and I think that is what makes it feel more aggressive.
I've used the JAWS 39 times since I got it and I still really enjoy it. The angle is easy to get. The quality is top notch. It feels great in my hand. And, best of all, it gives a great shave with minimal passes.
Today I used a Gillette Black blade in it that was on it's last leg. And I had 3 days of growth. It was a bit tuggy as the Black already had 6 shaves on it, but by the time I was done with my 2nd pass, it was almost BBS. I tried using the Gillette slide on the 2nd pass and that worked wonderful as well. No bites, nicks, weepers, or anything.
I know, it seems like I'm going overboard here, but really, for $15, it's a great razor and one of the best values out there.
Now.. go buy one and join RazoRocktober for the rest of the month!!
The JAWS was my first foray into the RazoRock line of hardware. It was also my first open comb. Up to that point, I had basically just used my Merkur 34c, EJ89, and a 40's SuperSpeed. Well, this was a whole new experience for me. I happened to hit on a great razor/blade combo my first time using it.
I started with a Crystal blade in it and it was the closest shave I'd every had. I really couldn't believe that it was that good with only 2 passes. I've since used it with 3-4 different blades, but the Crystal just fits the JAWS like a glove.
Now, about the razor itself. It has a longer handle than I was used to, but after using it a few times, fits perfectly in my hand. I just have to be careful I don't grip it with my whole hand instead of just my fingertips. It is a close shaver and will bite if you put too much pressure on it. The Open Comb was a new thing for me and I think that is what makes it feel more aggressive.
I've used the JAWS 39 times since I got it and I still really enjoy it. The angle is easy to get. The quality is top notch. It feels great in my hand. And, best of all, it gives a great shave with minimal passes.
Today I used a Gillette Black blade in it that was on it's last leg. And I had 3 days of growth. It was a bit tuggy as the Black already had 6 shaves on it, but by the time I was done with my 2nd pass, it was almost BBS. I tried using the Gillette slide on the 2nd pass and that worked wonderful as well. No bites, nicks, weepers, or anything.
I know, it seems like I'm going overboard here, but really, for $15, it's a great razor and one of the best values out there.
Now.. go buy one and join RazoRocktober for the rest of the month!!
