The Yates 921 Safety Razor Slaps! (Review)

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  • @GregTardif
    @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Have you tried a Yates razor (or one manufactured by Yates)?

  • @bradleycred99
    @bradleycred99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I have a Wet Shaving Club ‘Merica 🇺🇸Razor manufactured by the good peeps at Yates.

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Good scraper there I hear

    • @bradleycred99
      @bradleycred99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GregTardif It’s a goodn’!

    • @christopherwilliams3837
      @christopherwilliams3837 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bradleycred99 I have both the ‘Merica and 921-M, both are great shavers but like the 921 more. 😊

    • @bradleycred99
      @bradleycred99 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@christopherwilliams3837 👊🏼🤠

  • @josephmarzeno3694
    @josephmarzeno3694 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Vice review I have the 921 with three plates it came with one hybrid plate open comb and safety bar on one and then just safety bar on the other and then I purchased the h plate the h plate is close to the Mueller r41 still waiting on backwater for the stand

  • @arturgatzke5631
    @arturgatzke5631 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That Yates 921 has a nice finish, but I got the 'Merica Razor because I like the design most of all Yates razors. For me the Merica with its 0.016 blade gap is an ideal daily driver - smooth but efficient. Now I have to try out the new and milder version of the Greencult razor with the 0.65mm blade gap and a blade exposure of 0.10mm. Seems that I can't resist the cicular knurling. Yates unfortunately uses a nonstandard 10/32 thread for their handles instead of the standard metric M5 thread. So there are no more Yates razors on my wish list.

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ah good thoughts artur. While it’s non standard I’m happy they share the thread size whilst buying the razor

  • @shaunprice2853
    @shaunprice2853 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got my 921-M stone washed razor used then on labor day I ordered the EH baseplate in stone wash from the YPM website. It's the best razor I have and the only one I use there is no rotation anymore.

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice Shaun!!! Glad to hear

  • @mattfox8436
    @mattfox8436 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice review Greg. I have a Yates in the as-machined finish with the M and H plate. I agree with everything you’ve said. It’s a really good razor.

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching Matt!!!

  • @RaktajinoNX-74205
    @RaktajinoNX-74205 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice review - Yates seem like a nice company judging by their IG. I own the Drakkant myself and love it, great build quality.
    Oh and you should henceforth judge your shaves in different stages of Yummyness 😂

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nice on the Drakkant! Yeah yummyness scale! I like it

  • @thwh77
    @thwh77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the review.
    Just played around with the configurator on the Yates HP.
    My dream razor of choice would be about 450$.
    I didn't order immeadeatly.
    The shipping to Europe is way too expensive.

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow!!! Must be fancy

  • @benjaminalex7023
    @benjaminalex7023 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your videos, Greg! Everyone mentions the quality (which is high), but I haven’t heard anyone mention your music playlist which is also really on point.
    And “ATG can go F itself…on my face” was super funny 😂

  • @jbbroman1955
    @jbbroman1955 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Try Shield Razors I ordered 3 and had no clue, but oh boy. It's Ti and from 🇨🇳 but I believe Bullgoose is going to offer it.

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks buddy! I’ll keep an eye out

  • @Leenunes007
    @Leenunes007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man...I don't have any of these razors, and now I want all of them!

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha sorry buddy to put you in this position

  • @RonnieYates
    @RonnieYates 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have the ‘Merica in machined. Reminds me a bit of the Overlander mild feeling but efficient. Have not compared side by side yet. I’d say a small notch under medium but can get a close shave. Just shaved off 3 days of thick growth no problem. Impressed with the quality, price and shave. This is in line with RR GC value when catching it on sale. Plus Jake and his family just seem like good people you’d want to support.
    The 921 Yates needs more thicker handle options. I think I spotted one in the handle section in one size.

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for sharing Ronnie. Yeah the handle is a bit slim, took a minute to get used to. But the balance in the weight across the razor I think makes up for it

  • @whoaskedforthis
    @whoaskedforthis ปีที่แล้ว

    great show greg.
    i have the easy-going "merica" razor, as-machined.
    and i have the short-lived, brutal-looking "winning" razor.
    today, i plan to order a yates 921, with an m-hybrid guard baseplate and handle
    from a newly-released batch of 3.25-inch "stubbies" (MAR23).
    incidentally, revised "merica" base plates came available this week.

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  ปีที่แล้ว

      Ooo very nice! The stubby handles look great

  • @jleoni32
    @jleoni32 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s incredible with the mid, still waiting for the short handle to come available. They make the ‘Merica razor, which is excellent as well.

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve heard awesome things about the Merica

  • @davidpearson8545
    @davidpearson8545 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just started using the Henson , have you tried it yet, I would love your opinion on it. Thx David

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey David. Few weeks ago I made a video about the AL13 and Ti22 milds. Not my favorite but I see why people like them

  • @rajatbajaj1
    @rajatbajaj1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Greg was planning to order a Yates
    Which razor would u compare the H and Eh plate to any razor for reference Rockwell any plate or any other razor ? My beard type is dense and medium coarse. Sure advise would be helpful and appreciated. Thank u🤗❤️

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  ปีที่แล้ว

      I haven't tried the EH plate and didn't care too much for the H plate.

    • @rajatbajaj1
      @rajatbajaj1 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GregTardif thank u for ur feedback 👍

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rajatbajaj1 …but I don’t have your hair situation

  • @markcohen5094
    @markcohen5094 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm LOVING my Yates 921. It's a keeper!

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      so good!!! Glad you're loving yours

  • @juleswinnfield6930
    @juleswinnfield6930 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Greg, how would you compare the Drakkant vs the Yates 921? Cheers

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey there. I only had the pass around drakkant for like one shave. So I really couldn't compare the two for you. I know people really like the drakkant though

    • @juleswinnfield6930
      @juleswinnfield6930 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GregTardif I do have the Drakkant and like it.

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@juleswinnfield6930 nice! I know the Jmac from The Red Island Shaver has both. I trust his judgement

  • @rauldelarosa2768
    @rauldelarosa2768 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Actually there's an extra high level plate available from Yates precision manufacturing last time I checked..
    I have one..
    It's phenomenal and aggressive without being overbearing.

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They do. The package I got has the m and h plate together.

  • @bradleycred99
    @bradleycred99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m just here for the “R” rolls! 😬😂

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lol yeah I was in a “mood”

    • @bradleycred99
      @bradleycred99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GregTardif 😂😂

  • @konap7
    @konap7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi! Really nice review! Have you tried the Karve Overlander? If so, how does it compare?
    Also, how does the Yates (both plates) differ from the Outlaw in terms of both comfort and efficiency?

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I haven’t! I was so close at winning one the other day 😢. The m plate is more mild and the h plate is more efficient than the outlaw (thought I included that in the video sorry)

    • @konap7
      @konap7 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GregTardif
      You did include it in the video. I'm the one that is sorry 😅. I just wanted to clarify which one feels the most comfortable while at the same time being as efficient as possible.

  • @gityerkneedahn
    @gityerkneedahn ปีที่แล้ว

    What’s the status of the BYOR from Yates, what did you order?

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  ปีที่แล้ว

      Last I heard the comb was just completed a few weeks ago. All Brass construction. Do you have one coming?

    • @gityerkneedahn
      @gityerkneedahn ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GregTardif sadly, I do not, I really like the look of their stuff but showing out of stock on all the BYOR options that float my boat.

  • @GewanMadoo
    @GewanMadoo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    And to think that, till now, the only razors I wanted were The Twig, and The Hanson. And the 3ONE6.

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I can vouch for the twig and the 3one6

    • @GewanMadoo
      @GewanMadoo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I know. I have seen your videos about them.
      I just have to wait now for that spectacular Amazon deal you got!

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GewanMadoo I hear ya. I was in the right place at the right time

  • @rauldelarosa2768
    @rauldelarosa2768 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You really need to try a black land Era if you have not yet and you need to try you an above the tie razor..

  • @jbbroman1955
    @jbbroman1955 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Shoot, that sounded like a sales pitch😆, not intended

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Super unintended

  • @pabdouhar
    @pabdouhar 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have the same razor and like it like it, want one of their titanium razors and signed up for the wait list, sent them an email asking for an updated eta and Jake responded gonna be longer than anticipated, but said titanium options will be available through their BYOR option in a week or so, been logging on their website every day so I can jump on one when the opportunity strikes, I’m ready lika cobra to strike, hisss, hisss!!!

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice! Yeah looks like BYOR is closed right now

    • @pabdouhar
      @pabdouhar 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GregTardif
      FYI, Yates BYOR re-opened this morning, my titanium razor is on order!

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Woo hoo! That’s gonna be awesome

  • @benjaminalex7023
    @benjaminalex7023 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks!

  • @christopherwilliams3837
    @christopherwilliams3837 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Haha, are you staring out your window towards the mail box waiting for BYOR?

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I mean…maybe 🤷

  • @DavidV4444
    @DavidV4444 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Curious what Rockwell plate the Yates mid level compares to. I am guessing it’s more blade-feely than my favorite 3 plate?

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ll get back to you and do a shave in a few days with both and let you know

  • @kenwilliams2219
    @kenwilliams2219 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You think they are bad drivers, come to Utah, we suck! Good review, thanks for the info.

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha thanks Ken!!!

  • @jamesmonroe9580
    @jamesmonroe9580 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    how is it possible to "electro polish" 316 stainless? Are you succumbing to the advertising hype with no due diligence?

  • @GrandmasterHobbyist
    @GrandmasterHobbyist ปีที่แล้ว

    all because of you ive bought like 4 razors in a week....stop showing me all these nice things i dont need lol

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  ปีที่แล้ว

      Oof! What'd you end up getting?

  • @jgs1122
    @jgs1122 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hehehe... he said '...blast on my face.'

  • @chrislj2890
    @chrislj2890 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ah no dear boy, 10% of $200 is $20. And the 921-M in the three finishes with one plate are $135 or $140. Why spend that much more for the H plate if you won't use it?

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I meant same price as the hc&s n075. Sorry for the confusion. But I hear ya. I’ll use the h plate some more but the m plate is just enough

  • @jbbroman1955
    @jbbroman1955 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes I have Yates all plates🤦‍♂️

  • @dave_dhannoo
    @dave_dhannoo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks cool, would love to try it at some point. Nice vid mate. 🙌🪒

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you good sir

  • @theluxuryshavinghobbyist
    @theluxuryshavinghobbyist 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful razor Greg! On my list!

  • @jmw3938
    @jmw3938 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Okay. Judging by the video’s title, I’m guessing it ISN’T perfect…
    I’m still smitten with my new (blue) 3ONE6. It’s awfully close to being THE ONE - although I’m sure there’ll be somebody out there who thinks it’s too mild or too aggressive or otherwise sub-par. Such is life. Cheers. 👍🪒

    • @GregTardif
      @GregTardif  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Such is life. The one only has to be your one 👍