Mongoose Owners Razor Society (MORS)

Shaved with my Mongoose this morning. Boy, that was a different experience! I found it a tad challenging and ended up with a couple of nicks. Probably somewhat of a learning curve involved – angle, weight, the feel of the single edge, etc. I used a Captain Mild from the sample pack I got at tryablade. At the same time it was a most enjoyable and smooth shave, and a sweet post-shave feel. Very close to BBS with two passes. On an aggressiveness scale, I'd rate it up with my R41 2013, between the regular top cap and the custom Aimsport C410k Hurricane. But it sure is a whole lot smoother!

Upon close inspection, I notice that until fastened to the handle, the two holes of the base and the corresponding pins of the cap are not perfectly aligned to each side, so that one can get a slight sideways movement when pushing them in opposite directions. [Hmm, my English isn't good enough to describe that, but I think you understand?] It doesn't affect the shave, though, so it's no problem really.

 

Thank you! I can live happily being the sixth discrete semiprime member, the most powerful number according to numerology (so Google tells me).

 

A great first shave report. You'll get accustomed to the razor in short order. I too find it to deliver an very close shave that at the same time is very comfortable. You are correct in that you do need to check blade alignment as you tighten the handle. I will say the longer pins make the task easier compared to the shorter pins on Batch razors.

 

Welcome to the group. Good to have you aboard.

 

I'd rate Mongoose as being 9/10 based upon the razors I have. The only issue I have with them are some machining marks on the B2 Satin Handle I have and the B2 handle doesn't cover the whole of the elliptical aperture on the baseplate. This issue has been solved with B3 handles which are much better made.

Feather, based upon the AS-D1's and AC SS's I have owned would score 10/10 as would the Wolfman OC Head I have on loan.

I'd score ATT as being 8/10 as some of there products have a slightly rougher feel to them and minor flaws in the finish are often noticeable (especially on the one I sent back for replacement recently).

I would also score Ikon as being an 8. Their QC can be a bit hit and miss at times. The first batch OSS, OC and SB razors were generally well produced (with a couple of exceptions, which lead to me returning the product). The S3S was very well made. The original razors they made felt a bit cheap and the Modern, whilst being very well made had a consistent blade alignment issue. The B1 Slants I have are very well made, with no noticeable flaws and I've not had any blade alignment issues with them.

Where Ikon score highly are in the production of their handles - they are well made workhorses and the OSS handle is one of my all-time favourites.

I'd score Tradere as a 9. Both the OC and SB are really well made products with a few minor cosmetic flaws. They made excellent handles as well.

Finally, I'd score Weber as a 6. I hated the 1st batch DLC razor head - it felt cheaply made and the handles were terrible. They felt like cheap clones of Ikon handles and had noticeable machining marks on them.

Whilst I've not scored the Razorock Stealth SS Slant I have used (as it was a prototype and had a number of flaws as would be expected), it would definitely score higher than the 1st batch Weber.

So, in conclusion, I would suggest that despite some of the identified issues, the Mongoose is right up there with the best stainless steel razors in terms of fit and finish.

 

Thank you for such a well written response. Overall I would agree with your assessments.

 

I just got the email about the AlumiGoose... I think im gonna pull the trigger!

I want you to talk me into it hahaha this makes me skip the nobuy completely hahaha

 

Jupp, I did it!

 

Well.... I guess no *insert curses word here* for me. That's a real bummer =(

 

This sucks, I got really excited!!

 

That's a nightmare mate.

I know that Weber stopped shipping to the UK for the same reason. I hope that this is only a temporary issue and that Mongoose can resume normal service soon.

 

It sucks! I want it really bad now. I'm very angry

 

I've checked both of my B3's and my B2 and the blade is fully clamped down with no play (or bounce) at all. Do you have any callipers to check if the height of the baseplate is the same on each corner?

 

Friday, January 8, 2015

AlumiGoose with Triad Aristocrat Ti
Feather Pro #1
Simpson Chubby 3 Super
MDC Fougere
Fine L’Orange Noir
BB Classic


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Something looks goofy. My B2 clamps down completely and tightly the entire length of the blade.

 

Have you tried a different blade to rule out the blade?

 

Only my second shave with the AlumiGoose. Just wow. It's every bit as good a shaver as my Batch 2 Mongoose while being much lighter and louder. Loaded with a Feather Super Pro I could hear the whiskers being mowed down. I am very pleased with the AlumiGoose.

 

Do you identify other differences than audio feedback and weight between the AlumiGoose and Mongoose? Im waiting for my AlumiGoose, So I'm very interested in your thoughts about it =D

 

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