Paradigm releasing a new razor

This salient looks like it should be impeccably smooth. But something about it felt really aggressive to me. Like it was scraping instead of cutting

This salient looks like it should be impeccably smooth. But something about it felt really aggressive to me. Like it was scraping instead of cutting

There is a lot of blade exposure on the salient and the head stack is short.  It works best with a very light touch, never riding the cap, and a sharp blade for me.   In fact I suggest to ride the safety bar on it if you still have it.

Again, YMMV but it is one of two razors that Andy made that isn’t “automatic” on shave angle and low blade feel.  The other is the Ti1.

Maybe not "automatic" but I find it very smooth and efficient. Love mine and used it yesterday !Friday April 26, 2024
Razor: Paradigm Salient/Ti Tibam Handle
Blade: Wizamet
Brush: Graydog Quilt/Synthetic
Soap: B&M Lavanille
AS : Witch Hazel + B&M Lavanille
Fragrance:
Consecutive Daily Shaves - # 1,997

Congratulations did you just get it?

Congratulations did you just get it?

Thanks, first shave tomorrow

Congratulations did you just get it?

Thanks, first shave tomorrow

It is a great shave - take your time with it - it is sneaky efficient.

Beautiful.  Still waiting and still jealous.

PARADIGM D Ti / FEATHER (3) / THATER / AdP / 4711 COLOGNE

GREAT SHAVE

Paradigm Salient with Barbaros Levend Ti short handle