Does anyone have any comparison photos of the two handle sizes (I understand the larger ones may now be discontinued)?
They just posted that "all" new Mongoose razors will come with Bomber handles going forward. If I understood it correctly, the handle won't be optional. In others words, you can't just order a head anymore....
I also just got an email from them saying that the OC SE Mongoose (drool) is going to come in high polish and satin finish. Yay!
I have been on the wait list for a few weeks now. I am hoping that they offer the OC plate as an add on to a standard order by the time I am up.
According to Matt I'm on it now as well OC, satin finish - and same here - I'd like to 'add' the non-SE plate as well to my order
I have not seen that post. I have saw the one where they will only offer the Bomber handle not the Dr Bomber. I would be very surprised if they do not offer the head only as that was part of the original design so that owners could use different handles.
The standard handle is about the same size as the largest ATT handle. I'll dig both of mine out and try to post up some specs.
It was a direct reply to a conversation about someone interested in just ordering a head. It is entirely possible that the person on the thread misunderstood what the guys at Mongoose told him. I hope so, as I am one of those who wants to put my own handle on it. Having said that, these razors are becoming popular enough that they can dictate their own terms. Keeping my fingers crossed...
After talking with my friend last night, I decided to ask the question directly on their page. Here is the response. " yes, at this point, we're still planning to offer a head-only option for our main production products. Specialty items such as the titanium, aluminum and fancy-color may not be offered as a head-only option."
I have a B2 satin head and I'm so glad I didn't get the polished head. Are you saying that they are putting people on a list for the OC version now? If Paul is correct on his video and the OC version is more aggressive, I can't wait. I'd also like to see them communicate by means other than Facebook groups....I hate reading in that format.
Sorry it took me so long. Blame it on tax season. The handle on the left is the smaller Mongoose Satin Handle. Measures 12.9 mm diam, 97.25mm long at 90 grams. The center is Hempel Titanium Measures 15mm diam, 92mm long at 61 grams The handle on the right is the larger Mongoose Satin Handle. Measure 15.25mm diam, 97.25 mm long at 150 grams.
Thank you that is extremely useful. I actually thought the larger handle would be longer - not just wider. Thanks again.
The big one is a beast for sure. I liked the width but not the weight which is why I went with the 15mm Hempel.
Some rather exciting news for Mongoose-enthusiasts this week: Production and fulfilling of orders have started up! Received this from Matt this morning: "We are starting to fulfill orders this week, as inventory has begun to flow. We will be working off the backlog with the oldest inquiries being handled first. These go back to December, so while we are moving, it will still be a little bit longer. The shop is working double shifts, so hopefully the wait won't be too much longer. Thanks for your continued patience and interest."
Nice! I have been on the wait list since early March and will let you guys know when they contact me!
Note that the email above was a direct reply to me after me pestering them after having seen a post on TSR about their production was up and running I think we entered the waiting list around the same time so hopefully we'll see something soon. My order is; - One satin finish handle, - One regular head, satin finish, - One OC head/plate, satin finish.
