I'd like something more efficient than the 1.15 I have, but less aggressive than the Blackbird.
just tossing another man's opinion on the fire...
I own the Blackbird SB SS and just sold the WR2 1.15.
The WR2 in this gap seemed just a bit "unruly" compared to other razors I use, including the Blackbird.
The WR2 would always bite and/or produce wheepers, for me. (in contrast, the WR1 OC .74 might just be my holy grail razor!)
Other Members absolutely *rave* about the WR2 1.15 - so, I might just be in the minority...
The Blackbird is a razor that I took to immediately - right outta the box. (same with the WR1 .74 noted above)
Some Members always caution about "blade feel" with this razor - but i don't get it.
It's as smooth as butter for me.
I think the wide differences in opinion *may* be due to how one positions the razor in use: more shallow, neutral, or steep.
Seems like the "blade feel" camp, also positions this razor "steep"?
I use it "neutral", the way the Maker intends, by keeping the head bevel surface flat against my skin.
It's quite intuitive.
I would be prone to say: the Blackbird is slightly more efficient and a good bit less aggressive, than the WR2 1.15. If you think you can deal with more aggressiveness than the 1.15, in an effort to chase greater efficiency? Then go for it! Only way to know, for sure...
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