Sorry if this is a dumb question, but which side is which? I am guessing that the side with the bigger scallops on the bar is the more aggressive, but can anyone confirm this?
Sorry if this is a dumb question, but which side is which? I am guessing that the side with the bigger scallops on the bar is the more aggressive, but can anyone confirm this?
Sorry if this is a dumb question, but which side is which? I am guessing that the side with the bigger scallops on the bar is the more aggressive, but can anyone confirm this?
Sorry if this is a dumb question, but which side is which? I am guessing that the side with the bigger scallops on the bar is the more aggressive, but can anyone confirm this?
I haven't shaved with the X3, but it looks like it's copying the Bakelite Slant, just like the Fine slant did and the Wunderbar will. They just seem to be three different materials.
If that's true I'll wait for the Wunderbar because over time aluminum threads being mated with steel threads is a recipe for disaster.
I knew the Wunderbar reminded me of the Fine slant. Sadly I found it a bit too harsh just like the Fine. I suppose it might work better with a smoother blade.
Sorry if this is a dumb question, but which side is which? I am guessing that the side with the bigger scallops on the bar is the more aggressive, but can anyone confirm this?
I haven't shaved with the X3, but it looks like it's copying the Bakelite Slant, just like the Fine slant did and the Wunderbar will. They just seem to be three different materials.
If that's true I'll wait for the Wunderbar because over time aluminum threads being mated with steel threads is a recipe for disaster.
I am looking at both my X3 and Bakelite right now and I don't see any resemblance at all. The Wunderbar (used for 2 1/2 weeks straight) and the Fine Slant shave similar to each other and (for me ymmv) both razors were far too harsh and uncomfortable. Just not enjoyable.
The X3 is a different shaving experience altogether. Smooth as can be with little or no blade feel and can tackle both heavy 4-5 day growth and overnight growth perfectly.
I have an original Ikon 102 paired with a Bulldog handle and ATT Atlas handle and the threading is still like new. I use SEW-RITE sewing machine oil (the really good stuff) on both handle and cap threads and the oil keeps everything in great working condition.
$35 for a backup head is an absolute steal.
Although my Wolfman (normal blade gap) and Blackbird are straight bars, I actually prefer the shave of the X3. No affiliation whatsoever with Greg at Ikon, he just built a phenomenal DE head.
Right. But when speaking about this razor it is more like:
smaller scallops = a mild shave experience
bigger scallops = a slightly less mild shave experience (if the difference can even be perceived)
Would've been much easier and probably cheaper to use the same size 'scallops' on each side so I doubt he designed/copied the head just for aesthetics, but who knows..
Yep. I bought the original Shavecraft 101 when it first came out. I love this head. It's a wonderful razor head. But the threads are really getting dicey now. Some of my handles won't work properly and others will.......over time aluminum threads being mated with steel threads is a recipe for disaster.
Yep. I bought the original Shavecraft 101 when it first came out. I love this head. It's a wonderful razor head. But the threads are really getting dicey now. Some of my handles won't work properly and others will.
Normally I take a blade out of my razor after every shave but when I use the SC 101, I leave the blade in the razor and tightly secured until I'm ready to change to either a new blade or a new razor. I don't know how much longer I'll be able to actually use the SC 101 because of this problem.
Have you contacted Ikon about this? Their razors aren't cheap and they should stand behind them. I will be very upset if my threads have this issue in a couple years of use.Yep. I bought the original Shavecraft 101 when it first came out. I love this head. It's a wonderful razor head. But the threads are really getting dicey now. Some of my handles won't work properly and others will.
Normally I take a blade out of my razor after every shave but when I use the SC 101, I leave the blade in the razor and tightly secured until I'm ready to change to either a new blade or a new razor. I don't know how much longer I'll be able to actually use the SC 101 because of this problem.
I haven't shaved with the X3, but it looks like it's copying the Bakelite Slant, just like the Fine slant did and the Wunderbar will. They just seem to be three different materials.
If that's true I'll wait for the Wunderbar because over time aluminum threads being mated with steel threads is a recipe for disaster.
Yep. I bought the original Shavecraft 101 when it first came out. I love this head. It's a wonderful razor head. But the threads are really getting dicey now. Some of my handles won't work properly and others will.
Normally I take a blade out of my razor after every shave but when I use the SC 101, I leave the blade in the razor and tightly secured until I'm ready to change to either a new blade or a new razor. I don't know how much longer I'll be able to actually use the SC 101 because of this problem.
Tried the X3 head today on a Charcoal Goods copper handle. I've been using the Fine Slant almost exclusively since it came out, I think around April 15th.
X3 vs. the Fine:
The X3 is not nearly as twisted as the Fine. To my eye, it seems about the same amount of slant as the ATT S2, possibly a little more.
The X3 does not have the audio feedback that the Fine does. I like the audio feedback of the Fine.
The X3 is wider - in that it covers the tabs on the blade, while the Fine does not - I like that about the X3.
They both have a smooth glide from the rounded shape of the bar - very nice for buffing.
My comparison after one use: The X3 seems mild and quiet. It's very nice - very smooth. There is nothing wrong with mild, in fact at times it's preferable. That why I like the Krona so much. There's really no sense of danger with the X3 (as opposed to the Shavecraft Tech ) It seems so safe that you'd have to be careful not to develop bad habits of applying too much pressure.
The X3 is very enjoyable. I'd recommend it to anyone. I'd also recommend the Fine Slant and the Krona. I will probably alternate days with the X3 and the Fine for a while.
is x3 more mild than the fine? if you had to pick the x3 or the fine, which would you pick?