Also, the way you're describing clamping makes sense. And yet if I were to compare a blackbird to an osprey, there is a bit more tugging. So a full supported blade is obviously a factor in a good shave for some. For whatever reason lop
If you're getting tugging from the Blackbird, it could be an angle issue. Try dropping the top cap closer to your skin for a shallower angle and see if that helps. A steeper angle could cause the blade to drag across the hair/skin which could feel like tugging. Hard to say for sure, but that's my guess!
Osprey is my best clamped razor. I've used em all. Blutt, overlander, drakkant, tatara, etc. And something about the osprey just feels like butter. Only razor that has ever gotten through my goattee without feeling like it's shaving.
would the cause of my razor bumps and inflammation be the fact that i have been unknowingly using a women's safety razor on my face? i find myself having to do multiple passes to get an actual shave and my neck looks like i had a run in with freddy kreuger
Using a too-mild razor will absolutely cause what you’re describing. We advocate for a more efficient razor to reduce the amount of time the blade spends on your skin. There aren’t really “women’s” safety razors, though.
@@blacklandrazors its weird though, because the amazon listing says "Zomchi Double Edge Women Safety Razor" but there are other listings of the same razor which say "Men's safety razor" i just dont know. ive tried everything- i let my face soak, maintain good skincare, even rinse the blade using cold water, but still I get bumps on the neck area. just unsure what to do and if you'd have any recommendations for a budget-ish razor (~$30 usd) i would appreciate it. your videos have helped a lot in learning about the process, and thank you!!
The show and explanation about that anodized black razor just does not seem to help me understand it to be stable for a shave. It makes me think, the opposite.
I just tried a test of this; using King C Gillette razor for an available piece to test, loaded securely with a blade. I pushed on the exposed blade edge using a tooth pick downward toward the base plate. I could detect no movement. This helps me understand that the blade is very securely clamped in the razor head.
@@10floz30minutes While downward clamping is a strategy (like the Osprey shown here), pushing the blade downward isn't a useful test since you don't shave in that direction. Pushing the blade against the shaving plane is the only test of blade stability.
I loved how you went over close details, to demonstrate blade clamping. I found this informative, lovely video Shane.
Also, the way you're describing clamping makes sense. And yet if I were to compare a blackbird to an osprey, there is a bit more tugging. So a full supported blade is obviously a factor in a good shave for some. For whatever reason lop
If you're getting tugging from the Blackbird, it could be an angle issue. Try dropping the top cap closer to your skin for a shallower angle and see if that helps. A steeper angle could cause the blade to drag across the hair/skin which could feel like tugging. Hard to say for sure, but that's my guess!
Osprey is my best clamped razor. I've used em all. Blutt, overlander, drakkant, tatara, etc. And something about the osprey just feels like butter. Only razor that has ever gotten through my goattee without feeling like it's shaving.
Love to hear that! Thanks for giving the Osprey a try. We're so glad to hear that you're enjoying. :)
Great video! Thank you!
Will Blackland restock the shaving brushes? Really wanted to snag one and couldn't find one on the aftermarket.
Yes! We’re working to revamp our brush lineup and get these restocked.
As a Vector owner may I know something about AC blades?
Sure! We did a video about SE v DE a year ago that covers a lot of AC stuff. Is there anything specific you’d want us to share?
would the cause of my razor bumps and inflammation be the fact that i have been unknowingly using a women's safety razor on my face? i find myself having to do multiple passes to get an actual shave and my neck looks like i had a run in with freddy kreuger
Using a too-mild razor will absolutely cause what you’re describing. We advocate for a more efficient razor to reduce the amount of time the blade spends on your skin. There aren’t really “women’s” safety razors, though.
@@blacklandrazors its weird though, because the amazon listing says "Zomchi Double Edge Women Safety Razor" but there are other listings of the same razor which say "Men's safety razor"
i just dont know. ive tried everything- i let my face soak, maintain good skincare, even rinse the blade using cold water, but still I get bumps on the neck area.
just unsure what to do and if you'd have any recommendations for a budget-ish razor (~$30 usd) i would appreciate it.
your videos have helped a lot in learning about the process, and thank you!!
The show and explanation about that anodized black razor just does not seem to help me understand it to be stable for a shave. It makes me think, the opposite.
Interesting. Understanding the shaving plane is the key to understanding how the blade is rigid in the direction that matters.
I just tried a test of this; using King C Gillette razor for an available piece to test, loaded securely with a blade. I pushed on the exposed blade edge using a tooth pick downward toward the base plate. I could detect no movement. This helps me understand that the blade is very securely clamped in the razor head.
@@10floz30minutes While downward clamping is a strategy (like the Osprey shown here), pushing the blade downward isn't a useful test since you don't shave in that direction. Pushing the blade against the shaving plane is the only test of blade stability.