New CORE razor from OneBlade

I am curious about the "floating blade" technology.  Does the blade move up and down or side to side?  

It sounds counterintuitive to have a blade that what wiggles in the head considering every other razor clamps the blade firmly in place.

I have used the razor, twice, now, and I have not noticed this 'technology'. The blade seems to be quite secure in the head.

I have to reiterate what I mentioned, previously; I still find this razor much too mild. However, it is a fine shaver and better than any cart I have tried.

I was very dubious when the 'Active Floating Blade Approach System' was announced when they released the v2-before it was called the GENESIS. My sense is that a razor should hold the blade securely. My v1 OneBlade does exactly that. The blade is locked in and doesn't move at all.

When I got the CORE, I was curious and moved the blade around after it was inserted into the razor. It can move, very slightly, from front to back, side to side, and up and down. This seemed like the AFBAS that was in the v2 razor. I wrote to OneBlade, and they confirmed that this system was used in the CORE.

They claim that this makes the razor more mild while not losing any efficiency. I think what they mean by that is that the razor feels milder, but is still efficient. So far, that's been my experience.

I am curious about the "floating blade" technology.  Does the blade move up and down or side to side?  

It sounds counterintuitive to have a blade that what wiggles in the head considering every other razor clamps the blade firmly in place.

I have used the razor, twice, now, and I have not noticed this 'technology'. The blade seems to be quite secure in the head.

I have to reiterate what I mentioned, previously; I still find this razor much too mild. However, it is a fine shaver and better than any cart I have tried.

I was very dubious when the 'Active Floating Blade Approach System' was announced when they released the v2-before it was called the GENESIS. My sense is that a razor should hold the blade securely. My v1 OneBlade does exactly that. The blade is locked in and doesn't move at all.

When I got the CORE, I was curious and moved the blade around after it was inserted into the razor. It can move, very slightly, from front to back, side to side, and up and down. This seemed like the AFBAS that was in the v2 razor. I wrote to OneBlade, and they confirmed that this system was used in the CORE.

They claim that this makes the razor more mild while not losing any efficiency. I think what they mean by that is that the razor feels milder, but is still efficient. So far, that's been my experience.

Yes, it's the AFBAS that I think accounts for me liking the Feather blade for the first time. In every other razor that I've tried a Feather SE blade in I have gotten weepers and irritation. The CORE with the GEM, however, seems way too mild for me. I'd imaging the v2 & current Genesis models would also give me better shaves with the Feather. Makes me very glad to have a v1 for my GEMs.

After giving it few days of rest, this morning I took the Core out of the cabinet and shaved with it again. Ok, it's not the Genesis and it's not my second most efficient razor either,  as far as  the AFBAS is concerned I think that the Core could  benefit from a little LESS play (I think the blade has more play than in the case of the V2.0) thus making it a little more aggressive.  But I really enjoy it and I think it's ready to go with me on its first trip tomorrow. I'll bring a couple of other razors, just in case....

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Today, I used the most modern setup I own. I've been interested in this hobby due to the craftsmanship of traditional tools and the feelings they evoke.

However, the condition of my skin is ultimately most important, and this setup seems the most likely to address that. Time will tell, but I'm excited by the results thus far.

Just finished my 3rd shave with the Oneblade Core. This is definitely the last shave on my first blade (3 Shaves). It's just starting the feel a little less sharp but not very tuggy yet. Sooo... Yeah.... A 2 pass BBS irritation free shave! The design of this razor head is really excellent if you use it as designed. Don't fear the flexing head or pressure. The only other razor I can say gives me smooth shaves like this is the Rockwell 6S. It makes me wonder what the Genesis shaves like... Its got to be fantastic if the Core is an indicator.

Just finished my 3rd shave with the Oneblade Core. This is definitely the last shave on my first blade (3 Shaves). It's just starting the feel a little less sharp but not very tuggy yet. Sooo... Yeah.... A 2 pass BBS irritation free shave! The design of this razor head is really excellent if you use it as designed. Don't fear the flexing head or pressure. The only other razor I can say gives me smooth shaves like this is the Rockwell 6S. It makes me wonder what the Genesis shaves like... Its got to be fantastic if the Core is an indicator.

Interesting. Sadly mine didn't work so well for me, but I do agree with you with the 6s, it's a very good razor. I too wonder how the Genesis shaves.

Today, I used the most modern setup I own. I've been interested in this hobby due to the craftsmanship of traditional tools and the feelings they evoke.

However, the condition of my skin is ultimately most important, and this setup seems the most likely to address that. Time will tell, but I'm excited by the results thus far.

Watson, that's a beautiful setup-I've used the combination of the Barristers Reserve Spice and the OneBlade CORE and it's a recipe for a great shave.

Thoughts from the CORE of my brain about the CORE.

OneBlade needs to incorporate the metal INTO.the razor I.e. metal blade guides and stops, etc use inconel  to help the head weight balance and increase razor head life stop gouging etc.. Balance like Segues Spanish razor

OneBlade CORE should be built like a GLOCK , plastic and metal.

ONEBLADE GEN should be a SIG X-5

They are wasting a lot of time and money; ours and theirs with the current customer feedback engineering fixes and versions.

Although I haven't seen or used a Gen v1 or 2, I suspect the "floating blade technology" is actually "floating process and tolerance tech".not an actually designed engineering feature. A "happy coincidence". If the V1 was conceptualized, designed, manufactured with a fixed blade.........I'm just sayin

The company business model is probably not even about the razor or the blade, they are just widgets in the machine. They teach some crazy shit in business school now days especially at the prestigious grad schools.

These are just some thoughts. I'm not against the company or the razor and hope they get it right. It seems glaringly simple items have become issues that shouldn't have. Growing pains for sure.

Sorry if this is terse and unstructured I'm on a phone being eaten alive by mosquitos. I'm out

well, I finished my 3rd shave with the oneblade core a few minutes ago. the razor is much too mild for me so I pulled the blade and got it packed up for a refund.

I know rates will depend on on where you live but do they require a more expensive type of return service. Thanks.