Nice one John. I have an Overlander on the way today from Chris. I have a new/unused Christopher Bradley 3.25 handle, my preferred length, to pair it with. Can’t wait. Thanks for your great videos. You hooked me on to Oaken, my favorite soap cooker at the moment. I think he might be coming out with an oud/patchouli soap, hints from instagram. 15 more inches of snow up here in Vermont this weekend!
Nice that should pair nicely! Appreciate the kind words I am hooked on Oaken myself. I saw their tease about an Oud scent. Should be a great one. Geez man that’s a lot of snow stay safe out there.
Hey John, have you tried the Dovo Primo DE razor? It shaves as well as the Overlander, and it might even be smoother and maybe a bit more efficient. It's unbelievable. I've sold mostly all of my razors because, for me, nothing beats the overlander and dovo primo.
Nice shave John! Been hearing a lot of good things about the Uberrider. I didn't enjoy Karve CB at first but I'm digging it these days. Definitely had to adjust my technique to the razor.
Haha! Yes it’s definitely an adjustment on the Christopher Bradley. I highly recommend you try the Uberdunker I think you’ll dig it. He would be selling them as parts later down the line so you can pair it with your karve handle
Looks like a great razor, looks aesthetically better with the CB handle. Ill wait around until it comes out is SS, if it does. I also want to see if the claims of the weird suction effect become more prevalent as the initial bluster and excitement dies down.
Great Video John 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼💈🪒I like what Karve has done very nice head design I can’t wait for them to come in SS that would be a Hit for Karve. Most notably, the handle is decorated with a pattern that is inspired by the centuries-old guilloche technique commonly used Watch Making which I appreciate Karve very much as a Horology Guy and Watch Collector.. I need to try that lothur soap everyone is talking about Namka heard good things about it. Take care Alan H
Nice shave bro! I am interested in buying the Overlander in stainless steel eventually. I can care less about blade clamping or hype about shaving against the grain first pass but that damn razor has sexy esthetics and I do like that lol.
Thanks bro! Yeah those things are definitely not needed to get a good shave but it makes for a smooth shaver nevertheless. Aesthetics are important for sure lol I think you’d dig it. Cheers DK
I find I can go against the grain with most razors because I'm a daily shaver and always go for BBS. . The hairs aren't that long really after 24 hrs. Especially the 6S even on plate 6. I'd really like a side by side with the 6S against on the 1st price. I'm betting you'll be pleasantly surprised! I'm going to grab an Overlander when the SS comes out! Great shave John! 🍻🍻🍻🍻
I’ve tried it with a few razors or even gone ATG on 2nd pass and found the shave not as comfortable but it’s a YMMV type of thing I guess. I haven’t tried it with the 6s but that is indeed a great shaver and i find no fault with how it shaves. I hope you end up liking the razor if you end up picking it up. Thanks for stopping by Peter 🍻
I think if the blade gap was slightly higher it'd be a winner for me. As it stands the blade just feels like it barely touches my face. Like I'm shaving with training wheels on with no blade angle options. Blade clamping is indisputably exceptional though. Still, the Karve CB C plate is working better for me right now. Maybe when he has some other plates in the Over.
For me I don’t mind a fixed blade angle cause for me it just works I don’t have to think about it. But I can see why you would feel that way. Some prefer to have more control over the shave . We’ll see what he does with this one going forward. Thanks again for the hookup
Hey John, I just sold my Karve Overlander. I wanted to ask you...have you ever tried the Helix apollo razor? I can't recall seeing you do a vid on one. Anyway if you can, get a hold of one...it will blow you away!
Ah what didn’t you like about it? Not enough blade feel? . I used the Apollo Razor. One of the best razors I’ve ever used. Very efficient and smooth. Up there with razors like the blutt and Overlander for me
@@johnshaves1996 I tried to like the Overlander but it was just like you said..no blade feel. I need some blade feel especially if it's bronze. It was smooth and efficient. My Holy Grail razor is the Wolfman wr2 1.55 titanium. Maybe if the Overlander comes out in stainless steel I'll be interested in getting it. I'm trying to get a Blutt but they're sold out. I'll wait for them to come out with a new batch.
Hi~~ Always happy to see your contents Do you have any hand-tied brush you want to resell? I have been trying to buy any DG , Varlet , Turn N Shave , Black eagle , Wald but is almost impossible. Thank you so much~
Thanks so much for watching. Not in this exact moment. If that changes I could try to reach out. Black Eagles are pretty tough. Declaration and Wald has started announcing drops so I would follow them on IG to see what happened. Varlet should be reopening the waitlist at some point but not sure when. Hope that helps at least a little
Omnibus has better density, Løthur has the longer lasting post shave. Honestly it’s toss up for me in terms of slickness. Those are my top 2 bases. When properly hydrated they both have just a ton of secondary/residual slickness
On the first pass? No, I’ve tried it with the Diamondback and a few others. This was the smoothest and most comfortable on the first pass by far. .86 Blutt on first pass also was very smooth on the first pass ATG
What's intriguing for me is how it would shave at a lower plate level, should he make one. The C plate is more than efficient enough for daily shaving, so if you're saying the efficiency is E level on this one, he could reduce blade feel and improve clamping by bringing it down to C level efficiency. It would be truly next level. EDIT: apparently, they are selling it in aluminum now!
It may have been unfair to say E level cause I’m able to go ATG . It would be better to compare it to another razor after going With and across the grain. I still definitely find it more efficient than the E though. It seems like he’s figured out to get the clamping, exposure and blade feel just right for those who prefer mild feeling razors. Those who really like blade feel in their razors may feel differently about it.
It's very easy on the skin, despite its efficiency. I have super sensitive skin, and this definitely is the best efficient, yet mild feeling razor I've used.
Lowest gap I’ve used was 1.0. Both the blade feel and efficiency were actually quite comparable between the two. I found the Overlander to be a bit smoother though. Just my own experience. YMMV
@@johnshaves1996 Thanks for the reply. I just got the Overlander today and its really interesting. First razor I got that compares in blade feel to the WR2. They are a bit different feeling though (to me). I can feel the blade of the WR2 but it doesn't feel like a blade (almost like the pressure of a smooth thin line that is separate from the base plate or cap). The Overlander - I don't feel any of that I just feel the unit (top cap/blade/baseplate) as one complete thing. Really interesting razor. I'm not sure if that makes sense or how to describe it.
@@catchacoolbreeze that was actually a fantastic description, and I know exactly what you mean. Imo the Overlander has better blade clamping and it’s quite noticeable ATG. If you were to take both to your face ATG at the same time I think you’d definitely notice. Both have their pros and cons but talking out of indeed only shaving experience those are my observations.
@@johnshaves1996 Glad you understood what I was trying to say! Your comments on blade clamping are interesting because the WR2 clamps the entire blade while the Overlander is at four separate points. I don't fully understand it but you would think the WR2 would be stiffer. I'll have to play around with it more. I have always loved the WR2 for its super comfortable WTG pass but ATG for me required a more precise angle or focus (I am probably in the minority on that one). Sometimes even with a new blade it could feel tuggy. Either way, after 1 day, the ATG is better for me with the Overlander. The geometry seems to present the hair and skin at a better angle for an easy cut - less tugging. Thanks for introducing me to the razor.
Good to have you back John and glad your feeling better.
Thank you 👊🏼
🤩You are absolutely my nr1 overseas shaving video maker. Please continue n keep up the great work 👌🏼
Great shave John! I’m planning on buying one of these in March, can’t wait. Have a great week!
Thanks Justin I think when you do you will be pleased. Hope you’re doing well and also have a great week :)
@@johnshaves1996 you’re welcome! And oh yeah… I think it will be great indeed! Doing well here John, I hope you are too.
Great shave man. That razor sounds amazing.
Thanks Jason it’s a great one for sure
Nice one John. I have an Overlander on the way today from Chris. I have a new/unused Christopher Bradley 3.25 handle, my preferred length, to pair it with. Can’t wait. Thanks for your great videos. You hooked me on to Oaken, my favorite soap cooker at the moment. I think he might be coming out with an oud/patchouli soap, hints from instagram. 15 more inches of snow up here in Vermont this weekend!
Nice that should pair nicely! Appreciate the kind words I am hooked on Oaken myself. I saw their tease about an Oud scent. Should be a great one. Geez man that’s a lot of snow stay safe out there.
Oaken better than omnibus and Grooming Dept?
@@sterlingcampbell2116 Two years ago when I wrote this yes. Now no. Aion (Grooming Dept) has surpassed Oaken. Top, elite soap base today.
Such a good razor! Glad you had the chance to experience it. Now I gotta sell my razor collection and just buy the Overlander in all metals lol
Yeah man it really is. To me this is what I wanted the Christopher Bradley to be . I’ll definitely get stainless
Good shave John, I have to get one of those...I'm waiting on the aluminum
Thanks! I don’t think you’ll be disappointed
Hey John, have you tried the Dovo Primo DE razor? It shaves as well as the Overlander, and it might even be smoother and maybe a bit more efficient. It's unbelievable. I've sold mostly all of my razors because, for me, nothing beats the overlander and dovo primo.
Nice shave John! Been hearing a lot of good things about the Uberrider. I didn't enjoy Karve CB at first but I'm digging it these days. Definitely had to adjust my technique to the razor.
Haha! Yes it’s definitely an adjustment on the Christopher Bradley. I highly recommend you try the Uberdunker I think you’ll dig it. He would be selling them as parts later down the line so you can pair it with your karve handle
Looks like a great razor, looks aesthetically better with the CB handle. Ill wait around until it comes out is SS, if it does. I also want to see if the claims of the weird suction effect become more prevalent as the initial bluster and excitement dies down.
Sounds like a good idea 👍🏼. It is coming in stainless but it will be a while
It's definitely up there with the Blutt. The blade clamping is pretty much unparalleled.
Yup, both excellent razors and you can’t really go wrong
Great Video John 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼💈🪒I like what Karve has done very nice head design I can’t wait for them to come in SS that would be a Hit for Karve.
Most notably, the handle is decorated with a pattern that is inspired by the centuries-old guilloche technique commonly used Watch Making which I appreciate Karve very much as a Horology Guy and Watch Collector..
I need to try that lothur soap everyone is talking about Namka heard good things about it.
Take care
Alan H
Stainless is coming but will be a while. Wow very cool info in relation to the handle. I really enjoy Namkha. Thanks Alan cheers
Sweet review, that razor sounds like it may fit the ticket perfectly for me, low blade feel, high efficiency. Cheers!
I’m a big fan of that combination myself. I’d probably opt for more blade feel if I wasn’t a daily shaver . Cheers man
Damn good to see you back Cool Blade J.!
Thanks Greg likewise as always 👍🏼
Nice shave bro! I am interested in buying the Overlander in stainless steel eventually. I can care less about blade clamping or hype about shaving against the grain first pass but that damn razor has sexy esthetics and I do like that lol.
Thanks bro! Yeah those things are definitely not needed to get a good shave but it makes for a smooth shaver nevertheless. Aesthetics are important for sure lol I think you’d dig it. Cheers DK
I find I can go against the grain with most razors because I'm a daily shaver and always go for BBS. . The hairs aren't that long really after 24 hrs. Especially the 6S even on plate 6. I'd really like a side by side with the 6S against on the 1st price. I'm betting you'll be pleasantly surprised! I'm going to grab an Overlander when the SS comes out! Great shave John! 🍻🍻🍻🍻
I’ve tried it with a few razors or even gone ATG on 2nd pass and found the shave not as comfortable but it’s a YMMV type of thing I guess. I haven’t tried it with the 6s but that is indeed a great shaver and i find no fault with how it shaves. I hope you end up liking the razor if you end up picking it up. Thanks for stopping by Peter 🍻
@@johnshaves1996 definately gonna a grab a SS version when available, why, cuz I can! 😁👍👌🍻
I think if the blade gap was slightly higher it'd be a winner for me. As it stands the blade just feels like it barely touches my face. Like I'm shaving with training wheels on with no blade angle options. Blade clamping is indisputably exceptional though. Still, the Karve CB C plate is working better for me right now. Maybe when he has some other plates in the Over.
For me I don’t mind a fixed blade angle cause for me it just works I don’t have to think about it. But I can see why you would feel that way. Some prefer to have more control over the shave . We’ll see what he does with this one going forward. Thanks again for the hookup
The Overlander will be my next razor for sure. I prefer the CB handle as well.
Hey John, I just sold my Karve Overlander. I wanted to ask you...have you ever tried the Helix apollo razor? I can't recall seeing you do a vid on one. Anyway if you can, get a hold of one...it will blow you away!
Ah what didn’t you like about it? Not enough blade feel? . I used the Apollo Razor. One of the best razors I’ve ever used. Very efficient and smooth. Up there with razors like the blutt and Overlander for me
@@johnshaves1996 I tried to like the Overlander but it was just like you said..no blade feel. I need some blade feel especially if it's bronze. It was smooth and efficient. My Holy Grail razor is the Wolfman wr2 1.55 titanium. Maybe if the Overlander comes out in stainless steel I'll be interested in getting it. I'm trying to get a Blutt but they're sold out. I'll wait for them to come out with a new batch.
Hi~~
Always happy to see your contents
Do you have any hand-tied brush you want to resell?
I have been trying to buy any DG , Varlet , Turn N Shave , Black eagle , Wald but is almost impossible.
Thank you so much~
Thanks so much for watching. Not in this exact moment. If that changes I could try to reach out. Black Eagles are pretty tough. Declaration and Wald has started announcing drops so I would follow them on IG to see what happened. Varlet should be reopening the waitlist at some point but not sure when. Hope that helps at least a little
I also was no fan of the cb. But if it feels like a B but has higher efficiency, it sounds interesting.
Yeah it sounds crazy but I think the positive exposure made it more efficient . A great razor for sure
Hey bro…good to see ya!
Likewise Calvin
Lothur or Omnibus for best shave performance? I want the slickest stuff out there.
Omnibus has better density, Løthur has the longer lasting post shave. Honestly it’s toss up for me in terms of slickness. Those are my top 2 bases. When properly hydrated they both have just a ton of secondary/residual slickness
Great video,is the first time you go against the grain with a razor?
On the first pass? No, I’ve tried it with the Diamondback and a few others. This was the smoothest and most comfortable on the first pass by far. .86 Blutt on first pass also was very smooth on the first pass ATG
@@johnshaves1996 yes on the first pass,i missed to write it, THANKS 😊
What's intriguing for me is how it would shave at a lower plate level, should he make one. The C plate is more than efficient enough for daily shaving, so if you're saying the efficiency is E level on this one, he could reduce blade feel and improve clamping by bringing it down to C level efficiency. It would be truly next level.
EDIT: apparently, they are selling it in aluminum now!
It may have been unfair to say E level cause I’m able to go ATG . It would be better to compare it to another razor after going With and across the grain. I still definitely find it more efficient than the E though. It seems like he’s figured out to get the clamping, exposure and blade feel just right for those who prefer mild feeling razors. Those who really like blade feel in their razors may feel differently about it.
It's very easy on the skin, despite its efficiency.
I have super sensitive skin, and this definitely is the best efficient, yet mild feeling razor I've used.
@@gregb7601 I might have to agree :)
Ok John. Now that the honeymoon phase is over, what's the final verdict ? Yay or nay ? :P
Any idea how this compares to Wr2 in 0.95. That's my current go to!
Lowest gap I’ve used was 1.0. Both the blade feel and efficiency were actually quite comparable between the two. I found the Overlander to be a bit smoother though. Just my own experience. YMMV
@@johnshaves1996 Thanks for the reply. I just got the Overlander today and its really interesting. First razor I got that compares in blade feel to the WR2. They are a bit different feeling though (to me). I can feel the blade of the WR2 but it doesn't feel like a blade (almost like the pressure of a smooth thin line that is separate from the base plate or cap). The Overlander - I don't feel any of that I just feel the unit (top cap/blade/baseplate) as one complete thing. Really interesting razor. I'm not sure if that makes sense or how to describe it.
@@catchacoolbreeze that was actually a fantastic description, and I know exactly what you mean. Imo the Overlander has better blade clamping and it’s quite noticeable ATG. If you were to take both to your face ATG at the same time I think you’d definitely notice. Both have their pros and cons but talking out of indeed only shaving experience those are my observations.
@@johnshaves1996 Glad you understood what I was trying to say! Your comments on blade clamping are interesting because the WR2 clamps the entire blade while the Overlander is at four separate points. I don't fully understand it but you would think the WR2 would be stiffer. I'll have to play around with it more. I have always loved the WR2 for its super comfortable WTG pass but ATG for me required a more precise angle or focus (I am probably in the minority on that one). Sometimes even with a new blade it could feel tuggy. Either way, after 1 day, the ATG is better for me with the Overlander. The geometry seems to present the hair and skin at a better angle for an easy cut - less tugging. Thanks for introducing me to the razor.