I seem to have become custodian of a bit of alloy that was torqued by tom. Torqued low on the right, at that. Courtesy of Team Wanton Destruction (@twhite + @PLANofMAN ). Look for me on slant threads tomorrow, Slantember 1rst. I'm kinda excited.
I was wrong about the 'torqued by Tom' having an opposite twist. It is low on the right, looking at the comb. And low on the left, looking at the end of the head, as @RyX was apparently doing. The wantonly destroyed razors are opposite twist.
I prefer to think of them as "Hard Luck" razors, but yes, the Gillette Slants are one of the rare 'left-handed' slants, and the only one currently in 'production,' if that is even the right word to use.
Tourqued by Tom #3 of 4, my initial shave. Prep lather/wash: Proraso green Razor: tourqued by tom Blade: Astra (1) Hybrid lather: Tabac stick, Omega 10005, copper bowl After: alum, hops witch hazel, Pinaud VIBR Excellent close shave after two passes, about 30 hours after my previous shave. It was better than I deserved, as I was over-cautious for the first shave with this razor. My shaving angles were easily adjusted, with good auditory feed back and the increased tactile feedback I get with light razors. This is an aluminum alloy OC razor with the blade tabs fully covered. It has a significant blade gap, 8 teeth plus wide corner teeth, 90mm = 3 1/2" handle, diameter 12.7mm = 1/2". The blade is rigidly held between cap and plate with the full surfaces matching and mating flush.
I'll join in. Bought this awhile back but haven't used it until today. Walbusch B5 adjustable, Bic Chrome Platinum blade, shave 2 Razor was set on 3 1/2. At that setting it has plenty of blade, the blade being angled definitely mellows out what should have otherwise been much more aggressive of a shave. I got bit a few times something I've never had with any other slant. Unlike some other slants the blade it is not twisted to get the slant but sits straight on a diagonal with the cap being the guide for the proper angle. End result close but no BBS cigar for the shave. Next use I'll open up the adjustment all the way.
Pears ~ Transparent Soap Bar / Wilko Men's Shaving Oil. Brush: Yaqi 26mm Rainbow Brown Synthetic. (Faux Horse) Face Lather. Soap: Razorock "What The Puck? !" ~ Lime Burst. Blade: Treet ~ Black Carbon. (1) Razor: Parker ~ 55sl Semi-Slant. The Parker 55sl Semi-Slant /Treet carbon blade worked really well together. I'm amazed with myself that i haven't used the Treet carbon blades more often that's what happens when you have a vast assortment of DE blades and reach for your regular favourites you completely forget you have other blades in your blade DE blade collection that are equally as good or if not better...'I live and learn something new with every shave'. A pleasurable 3 pass + pick ups near BBS shave with no errors to report. Finishing to the shave off with a generous dollop of Creightons ~ Sensitive PSB. My face is feeling super smooth and smelling divine. Stay safe, and enjoy the start of the weekend ladies & gentlemen. Post: Cold Water Face Rinse./Homemade lavender eucalyptus, +Tea Tree essential Oils Witch Hazel Mixture./ Duru Lemon Cologne. Creightons ~ Sensitive PSB.
Slantember, WED, Sept 9th 2020 Razor: Razorock Wunderbar slant- Mfg 2017>, Excellent slant with a light touch, all SS and with heft. Blade : Voshod (2) Nice blade to use with my Slants or a Personna red. Soap: Razorock Irish Country side. Mild scent with excellent lather qualities. Brush: Yaqi Rainbow with brown whiskers 26mm synthetic- Excellent brush to create lather and cloud like soft tips. Pre shave: Brush wash whole face with CeraVe hand bar cleanser + a dollop of clear Aloe Vera gel on beard area. Prep: Cold water rinse after each pass of 2 + pickups. Post : Razorock XXX aftershave with witch hazel + a small dollop of Nivea balm. Results: CCS,DFS,BBS + no irritation + no weepers= Excellent shave with my RR Wunderbar slant. Have some great shaves! Stay & think safe in these times!
10th September 2020. Prep: Warm shower / Nivea Men ~ DEEP CLEAN Shower Gel. Pre: Cold wet flannel to my face. Pears ~Transparent bar Soap + Wilko shaving Oil. Brush : Semogue 1305. Face Lather. Soap : Razorock "What The Puck? !" Orange Sunrise. Blade: Treet ~ Black Carbon. (2) Razor: Merkur 37c. Post: Cold Water Face Rinse./Homemade lavender eucalyptus, +Tea Tree essential Oils Witch Hazel Mixture./Lucky Tiger ~ Aftershave & Face Tonic./Aloe Vera Gel. Tommy Hilfiger ~ BOLD EdT. Greetings, A wonderful shave to finish my shaving week off in style. Last outing of the Treet black carbon blade, which has performed wonderfully throughout the week. Another smooth efficient combo with the Merkur 37c slant mowing through my stubble with effortless ease. I've now found a de blade that pairs together superbly with all my humble slant razor collection. My SOTD's next week i intend to carry on with the Centwin Super Platinum, another subcontinent DE blade that i have only used a few times. Another pleasurable 3 pass + pick ups near BBS shave with no errors to report. Finishing to the shave off with a few generous squirts of Tommy Hilfiger BOLD EdT to the pulse points. My face is feeling super smooth & smelling divine. Stay safe, and enjoy your Day ladies & gentlemen.
Saturday 09.12.20 SOTD Maggard Slant Bar chrome.iKon OSS Handle Gillette 7 O'clock SharpEdge Yellow RazoRock 24mm Barrel Silvertip Badger RazoRock XXX Italian Shaving Soap RazoRock XXX After Shaving Splash I haven’t used this razor for so long that I had forgotten how smooth and efficient it is.
SLANTember, Sat, Sept 12 2020- Razorock day it is! Razor: Razorock Wunderbar- Mfg 2017, Light touch will give stellar results, Can bite if careless. Blade: Personna Red- One of my favorites for slant razors, the blade is sharp and smooth. Soap: Razorock Santa Marie del Fiore-Excellent soap both in Scent and Lather qualities, light tobacco with vanilla . Brush: Razorock Plissoft 24 mm synthetic- Great brush and a favorite & has those soft tips.Will lather any soap well. Pre Shave:Brush wash whole face with CeraVe hand bar cleanser + a dollop of Aloe Vera gel on beard area. Prep: Cold water rinse after each pass of 2 . WTG + ATG+ pickups. Post shave: Razorock blue barber with witch hazel + a dollop Avon "True Gent"- great scent for a balm. Results: CCS,DFS,BBS + no irritation + no weepers=Great shave with my RR Wunderbar & Personna red blade. Have some great shaves! Stay & think safe in these times!
Hi all! Been a while since I chimed in. Sorry! Anyway.... I got the chance to try out some very unique slanted razors. The last few days I've been able to use some razors slanted by Ryan @PLANofMAN . From his posts... From left to right: Post-war rectangle slot Tech Slant w/PAA brass handle Pre-war triangle slot, fat handle, Tech Slant Single Ring Slant Cosmo German 4-piece travel slant Leresche Modèle No. 901 slant Bottom: Old type slant No use rehashing it when you can see it at. https://theshaveden.com/forums/threads/hard-luck-slant-pass-around.64703/ tp
Friday 10.16.20 SOTD RazoRock Pre Barba Pre Shave Gel RazoRock German 37 Slant Astra Superior Platinum RazoRock 24mm Barrel Silvertip Badger RazoRock "What the Puck?!" Orange Sunrise RazoRock XXX After Shaving Splash
Saturday 10.17.20 SOTD Chiseled Face Natural Pre-Shave Gel Ikon B1 Slant DLC.OSS handle Personna Platinum Chrome Israeli Red WCS Two-Tone Tall 26mm Synthetic BOSS Knot Chiseled Face Trade Winds Shaving Soap Chiseled Face Trade Winds Aftershave Splash
Wednesday 10.21.20 SOTD Chiseled Face Natural Pre-Shave Gel Fine Premium Slant / Nacet RazoRock 24mm Barrel Silvertip Badger Chiseled Face Ghost Town Barber Shaving Soap Chiseled Face Ghost Town Barber Aftershave Splash
