Paradigm Titanium II
Looks like a new model from Paradigm. Is there any more information on the updates to the shave geometry on this new offering? Thanks for any info.
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Mint condition Super Speed Red Tip
What is truly amazing about my latest acquisition--curtesy of my son-in-law-- is that it has a 1958 date code, but was used (by me) for the first time yesterday. That's sixty years never out of the...
View ArticleTimeless Bronze Open Comb
Wondering if anyone has pulled the trigger on this razor. Sure looks nice.
View ArticleParadigm Ti Review
OK I get it, the hyperbole is justified. Having completed but one shave, can provide a preliminary report. The constituents: Distilled Water Kent BK-2 Brush Swarovski Crystal Lathering Bowl Grooming...
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Australian Set; 7 O'Clock Safety Razor and 2 Blades, Green Bakelite
A surprise find in the wild: a "7 O'Clock Safety Razor and 2 Blades" in original card box. Lovely colours. I found this today in the wild. $15AUD. You can see the price is marked as 1 shilling. I've...
View ArticleStainless head on time handle...is it okay?
I read on another forum about the potential for galvanic corrosion when combining the different metals. Has anyone actually had a problem? What was the result and what was the problem specifically? I...
View ArticleMuhle failure
I bought a "Muhle Grande Closed Comb Safety Razor - LARGE" and it was a good match of size & weight - fits my hand. and surprised that after only 2 yrs it has failed .... the handle will not...
View ArticleDo you have a favorite vintage Gillette?
Modern DE razors seem to be generating significant buzz for the last few years, and perhaps deservedly so. But I’m curious how much love there is for the old Gillettes. Despite my deep appreciation for...
View ArticleCan you shim a razor above the DE blade?
If I do a against the grain first pass, and want to do a second across the grain with the same razor, would a razor like the BBS-1 paired with a Voskhod accept a shim between the cap and DE? Thanks for...
View ArticleParadigm 17-4 vs Blackbird - my short impression
17-4 is a super smooth with zero blade feel and no feedback. Blackbird gives you the pleasure of blade feel with similar results. 17-4 BBS shave lasts long into the night and blackbird does too, but I...
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A Variation of the English Flare Tip Rocket
Chaps I realise there are different coloured English flare tip rockets, and that they are distinct from English SuperSpeeds (and American models) however, in the non-coloured tip variety (plain nickel...
View ArticleMuhle TWIST
Does anybody use or think the razor is adjustable by loosening the bottom knob a bit......I have tried it and it works....(just a bit mind you).....just wondering at any rate.
View ArticleGillette terminology
Is Super Speed just another term for TTO, so that the Aristocrat is a type of Super Speed? As I understand it, the Super Speeds went out with the introduction of adjustables.
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Gillette N2 Slim Adjustable, Plus Unknown OC
Slim hails from the second quarter of 1968. Very good condition indeed. That year, the Beatles have hits with "Hey Jude" and "Lady Madonna"; Donovan with "Hurdy Gurdy Man"; The Doors with "Hello, I...
View ArticleParadigm 17-4 vs Timeless 68
I have a question for those who have used both the Paradigm 17-4 and the Timeless 68. How do they compare? I have a 17-4 and it shaves very close, but almost too close. I am wondering if I would...
View ArticleParadigm 17-4 vs Paradigm Ti 2
Would I prefer the Ti 2, instead of the 17-4? There is much to like about the 17-4, but I wish it just shaved off a tad less of my skin. I hear the Ti 2 is a tad more mild compared to the 17-4....
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Vintage Solid Sterling Silver DE From Mexico
The personal representative of an estate gifted me this interesting vintage, solid sterling silver DE razor from Mexico. It's a small DE, with an overall length of 72mm or 2.8". This is what the...
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Can someone identify or speak to this razor?
This Razor configuration is being identified as a Rare 40's Gillette Tech I have seen this configuration in other places.
View ArticleBuy 2 piece head separately?
Recently I bought a new handle for 3 piece razors. My plan was to move the head from a dormant razor to it and away we go. It works, but I'm finding it's not ideal. I've done a bit of looking online,...
View ArticleParker Variant vs. Merkur Progress
How do you compare the shaves? Which do you prefer? Why?
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