Exclusive: A hands-on, first look at The Blackland razor

Story of my life..

 

Yes! But you haven't missed the boat. Should start shipping in about 3 weeks or so. Not too late to join the fun.

 

How does the Blackland Razor's shave compare to that of the Wolfman Razor?

 

I know you weren't asking me and I always steal Darkbulb's questions, but here is another review which addresses that specific question. Sorry for linking to another forum, but it seems relevant.

http://shavenook.com/showthread.php?tid=36828&highlight=Blackbird

 

It was Craig's great review that prompted me to order the Blackbird.

 

Will we be able to buy the head only?

 

Thanks, Mark! I'm sure DB will give you his opinion, too.

Not right now. I wanted to create a razor that was aesthetically and mechanically a unit which is why the handle inserts into the socketed base plate. While a different handle can be used with the head, I'd rather sell them together to maintain the cohesive design I strove for, kind of like a three piece Pils. I'm not staunchly opposed to separating though and might revisit it in the future.

 

I've rambled enough

 

You mean five months, seventeen pages, and two forums is enough? I agree. Take a rest.

 

Got the new top cap. I was told this is a rough finish just to check how the part works. Having said that, the finish is pretty damn good and better than the old finish by far. I took a quick cell phone shot. I'll have time to take better ones when my in-laws leave.

New on left.

 

Is it me or does it seem like there is more blade exposure on the new head? Or maybe it's the way the picture was taken?

 

It does look that way, but fret not! I think terrible photography and different blades caused that effect. They have the same exposure. They are the same dimensions, held to the same tolerances, and shave the same in my tests. One just looks a lot better.

 

Just saw the kickstarter email. The parts look beautiful. I can't wait.

 

If you're a backer then you already saw these photos. Here is the new top cap. I'm told that the underside will be a bit cleaner, but I love the way it is already. I should be shipping in two weeks, maybe a bit less. Exciting times!

 

Love those machine marks - now that's a nice chunk of steel

 

I am really digging this project maybe one day I'll get my hands on one

 

Thanks! Well, I don't intend on going anywhere so whenever you're ready I'll have a Blackbird with your name on it.