![]() ![]() With an adjustable razor you can set the blade gap to your liking, whether it’s an “11” or something a bit less.įully adjustable razors like the Parker Variant and the Merkur Progress are designed such that they can be adjusted well beyond their printed maximum setting. While these razors are known as “aggressive,” what if it is not quite what you want? My answer is…try an adjustable razor! Although they are not as commonly available as the set-gap razors mentioned above, they are certainly not rare and not overly expensive either. The Rockwell 6C is a lower-cost version but still available with multiple base plates. Sharpologist readers are well-acquainted with the Rockwell 6S razor, pioneering the concept of multiple base plate availability for different levels of aggressiveness. The “Lupo 95” with an open comb is considered to be very aggressive. RazoRock’s Lupo razor is available in a number of versions. The latest version seems to be a bit more comfortable for many shavers but it is still a razor to be treated with respect (if not fear). The razor has gone through several revisions over the years (pre-2011, 2011-2013, 2013+) but they all have a reputation. The “poster child” for aggressive razors: when shave-nerds discuss aggressive razors, the R41 always comes up. Slant bar razors as a group are generally considered to be aggressive razors (though the Parker Semi-Slant bucks that trend). The 39C is a longer, heavier version of the Merkur 37C. ![]() The Merkur 39C is a slant-bar razor–a double-edged (DE) safety razor whose blade is mounted to strike the stubble at a an angle instead of a straight-on cut (kind of like the slanted blade of the guillotine and of many kitchen mandolines). The handle’s slightly-larger-than-usual diameter combined with it’s weight, balance, and mild texturing make it easy to hold in my hand. The “fit and finish” and ergonomics of this razor excellent. The “G” plate is extremely aggressive with a blade gap of 1.36mm and a blade exposure of +0.25mm. The Karve Christopher Bradley line of razors (available in stainless steel, aluminum, and brass) is available with a number of base plates with different aggression levels. It is a (relatively) light-weight but still well-balanced open comb razor. Perhaps less well-known than others on this list, the Fatip Grande from Italy is less expensive but still good quality for the money. Paired with an ATT handle many reviewers say the balance of the razor as a unit is excellent. Some reviews mention that the audio feedback to the shaver is very good. The Above The Tie (ATT) “Heavy” (SSRH2) head has a 0.80mm blade gap, which is considerable.
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