Could use some help with my timeless

I recently acquired a SS scalloped .68 timeless razor with pineapple handle and it's absolutely stunning. Easily the nicest razor in my collection. Prior to this razor I've been frequently using my blackhawk v2 SE razor or my SS mongoose II.

I've tried several different blade configurations but I can't seem to get as comfortable a shave as I get from the two razors mentioned or my Rockwell 6S using a 3 or 6 plates. It's efficient for sure but I've been getting frequent nicks/cuts/irritation.

Ive been doing my typical three pass shave, finishing with against the grain which has never been a problem. My Adam's apple and most of my neck are now problem areas. The best way I can describe it so far is "harsh" and I'm used to aggressive razors like the merkur Futur.

I'm pretty confident that it must be due my technique which I intend to refine and improve. I'm thinking it may just be the angle. Either that or maybe the more aggressive plate with fewer passes may be a better option since I'm used to more aggressive razors.

Did any new timeless owners have to adjust their technique significantly when they first acquired this razor? I'm going to keep using it until I get the shave I want but would love to hear you experiences and guidance.


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The .68 Timeless is so smooth that I couldn't tell whether there was a blade in it or whether it was making contact. In turn, I found that I applied more pressure to get some blade feedback. When I did that, I, too, experienced a harsh, post shave feeling. I backed off the pressure and accepted that I wasn't going to have the same blade feel like I get from the Rockwell 6S. It's been smooth and irritation free since then. Good luck. They are beautiful razors.

The .68 Timeless is so smooth that I couldn't tell whether there was a blade in it or whether it was making contact.  In turn, I found that I applied more pressure to get some blade feedback.  When I did that, I, too, experienced a harsh, post shave feeling.  I backed off the pressure and accepted that I wasn't going to have the same blade feel like I get from the Rockwell 6S. It's been smooth and irritation free since then.  Good luck. They are beautiful razors.

you might be right about the pressure. Paired with the pineapple handle, it can be a bit heavy and I'm thinking that I need to really focus on reducing as much pressure as possible. thanks!

I have found that holding a razor at the bottom of the handle helps me to keep from applying too much pressure.

My .68 Timeless is my absolute favorite razor. After my first three shaves I thought I was going to send it back. I gave it four more and something just clicked. I kept trying to take more and more pressure off of the razor while at the same time making sure my head angle was very shallow. Keep working with your pressure and angle. I was in the same boat as you.

I would have to concur that it seems you might be applying too much pressure.
Having said this, the .68 was a tad mild for me and the .95 was overly aggressive.
I don't know what it was about the razor heads, even though they were extremely smooth, they always seemed to leave me with a few nicks, every shave.
Maybe, I should revisit the .68 OC.

Good luck.

I very much prefer Feathers with my .95

My .68 Timeless is my absolute favorite razor. After my first three shaves I thought I was going to send it back. I gave it four more and something just clicked. I kept trying to take more and more pressure off of the razor while at the same time making sure my head angle was very shallow. Keep working with your pressure and angle. I was in the same boat as you.

Great points here.

I’ve only used the 0.95 mm open comb for a brief stint. I really liked it a lot, but also noticed that I had to pay extra attention on the neck.

As others have already said, it’s probably pressure, angle, or both. A few thoughts:
• Focus on shaving stubble, not skin.
• Pick a new scope of focus for the next few shaves. Concentrate on angle, then next time concentrate on pressure, then their combination, etc.
• Try a couple of different blades that you like, but not too many. (The Timeless is a great razor, and should shave well with almost any blade.)
• Keep at it.

Muscle memory takes time to develop. One razor I have took several weeks of shaves to “click,” and honestly, I’m still not sure what made the difference. But I’m glad I stuck to it. I hope it works out for you!

I've got 2 Timeless Razors, a .68 OC and a Dual plate .95 SB/OC and both give me a very smooth shave with the .95 being more efficient of course.   I can use various blades in them like Polsilver, Feather, Kai and Astra SP with no problem and pretty much get the same results.  So try changing your technique and see if that helps.

I use what I call a " Skin stretching short stroke progressive beard reduction technique" which is very similar to using a straight razor.  Using this technique I can usually get a very solid DFS in 1 to 2 passes and a BBS in 2  or 2/12 passes depending on razor and blade choice. How you use this technique is on your first pass where you'd normally go with a WTG pass using a medium to long stroke method try this instead.  
Going WTG first stretch you skin slightly above where your going to begin using the opposite hand that you have the razor in. Find the proper angle of the razor of choice. Then with a short stroke move downward WTG just an inch or so then go right back up to the same spot you started and move downward again this time going a little XTG ear to nose again only moving downward an inch or so and then back up and repeat again only this time gong the opposite XTG direction so nose to ear. NOTE this is a very slight XTG stroke and angle and is done with  a CONTINUOUS  movement. Use this method for the entire pass and then on the next pass either go in a more traditional and more direct XTG pass either way or what I do if I'm looking for a BBS is still using the same  technique  I go ATG and I get the closest shaves, no irritation and I'm either at a DFS or BBS in less passes than using a more traditional long stroke 3 pass shave and with less irritation. It might take a couple of shaves to master this technique but once you do it will definitely reward you with a great shave.
I have a bunch of wet shaving friends using this technique and it's changed their shaving experience for the good. Hope I've offered you an alternative.

Really appreciate the feedback!


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