Shave review of Janus Adjustable razor and Shave Off vs Gillette F4 Toggle

Will the Kickstarter razor serialization be any different than the full retail version? I'm thinking of residual razor value and ways to keep it worth what you paid for it. Low serials, limited serials, color specific serials, etc. A limited edition PVD color scheme for those first 100 razors maybe, would be nice. Heck, upgraded packaging, anything to identify those razors and add some additional cool factor? Maybe I'm overthinking it but I like my gear to be somewhat elusive/exclusive and know I can turn it easily without getting killed on it. Thoughts?

I'm open to suggestions. Perhaps I can do an interesting color combination incorporating all the PVD colors. The crowd here can give input on what color each part will be for this unique razor that will never be made again after Kickstarter. I will then do a render of this unique color combination for folks to see before firming up that option.

Alternatively, a unique texture pattern on the dial and handle might be the way to go. I'm open to suggestions.

I'd love to see an all black or black with white gold accents. I'd also love to see a red dot or the numbering in red or nice pop color.

Eric I'd like to know about the serial numbers as well. For example I plan on signing up for the Kickstarter tomorrow as I've made my decision. If you reach your KS goal there would be 100 razors correct? If so let's just say for example if I were number 30 to sign up would I automatically get the serial # with the number 30 on it? Also when the full retail version comes out will the serial numbers continue from let's say 100 if you meet your KS goal? So the first one sold at retail would be #101? A good thing to know for a razor of this price range and also for those of us that like the idea of numbered razors. Also I like the comment on colored razor serial numbers. So if you make 10 black will the first black one be B 101 or will the serial numbers continue upward no matter what color is chosen? I'd like to hear the plan as well. Thanks

Will the Kickstarter razor serialization be any different than the full retail version? I'm thinking of residual razor value and ways to keep it worth what you paid for it. Low serials, limited serials, color specific serials, etc. A limited edition PVD color scheme for those first 100 razors maybe, would be nice. Heck, upgraded packaging, anything to identify those razors and add some additional cool factor? Maybe I'm overthinking it but I like my gear to be somewhat elusive/exclusive and know I can turn it easily without getting killed on it. Thoughts?

I'm open to suggestions. Perhaps I can do an interesting color combination incorporating all the PVD colors. The crowd here can give input on what color each part will be for this unique razor that will never be made again after Kickstarter. I will then do a render of this unique color combination for folks to see before firming up that option.

Alternatively, a unique texture pattern on the dial and handle might be the way to go. I'm open to suggestions.

I'd love to see an all black or black with white gold accents. I'd also love to see a red dot or the numbering in red or nice pop color.

Good one Jared! Love to see a Red dot on the setting marker! A little tradition would be really cool or should it be a blue dot? LOL

Eric, I almost feel bad for the Serialization branch.

While they chat, please take a few minutes to explain the lube port. How, why, etc? Thanks.

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Hello Eric,  Thank you for making yourself available.  Can you please explain any design features which you improved from the Toggle to keep it free of clogging up?  Can you please explain any regular cleaning and maintenance you would recommend for the razor?  Can you please explain how one would have to go about refurbishing/cleaning the razor.  I understand that Janus Razors is a new company, but is there any guarantees or services that the company will offer?

Thanks!

A soak in warm soapy water every so often should do. Also, a drop of mineral oil (or whatever one likes to use) every so often at the top of the dial should keep the threads turning fine.

I added a lube port (which some even beyond DFS dislike) thinking that during soaking one can take out that set-screw to provide a 'big' opening for stuff like hard water slime to fall out after soaking. This port also provides a hole to blast canned compressed air through if prepping it for storage after cleaning. This set-screw & allen wrench is a standard size one can find from local hardware store if it gets lost. If I keep getting more hesitation about this lube port, I might consider eliminating it from the production design.

I probably won't wanna soak the Janus in a solution with CLR  since I don't have a good understanding what that will do to the PVD coatings over time.

During assembly, threadlocker used. With no good spots or surfaces to clamp on to disassemble, I would advise against disassembly since parts can get scratched up. Cleaning often is a better way to go. If the razor has issues, one would simply send it back to me and I can address on a case by case basis rather than making a blanket statement. What did I miss?

Some great questions & answers so far. Here are some of my opinion for now:

1 Simplify the serial numbers 1 to 100 irrespective of the color otherwise it gets way too messy.
2 I'd agree that a pale "blue dot" (thank you Carl Sagan) would be cool as there's already been a red dot.
3 Please do not issue a neon (kermit the frog) green Kickstarter edition as so many companies seem to do and it would be ugly for a razor.
4 Perhaps an exclusive leather travel case as this large razor does seem bigger than most travel cases - after the first 100 cases you can sell them for a hefty profit.
5 What is the exact purpose of the lube port ? Will the razor have issues with soap sludge caking up like the original toggles ?
6 How are you standing behind this not inexpensive product (re warranty or servicing) ?
7 What would be the engineer/user's best blade be for The Janus ?

And, this may rattle a few, why would one want The Janus when for nearly half the cost one could get a well maintained vintage Toggle ?

Again thank you Eric for this session and best of luck

I'm open to suggestions. Perhaps I can do an interesting color combination incorporating all the PVD colors. The crowd here can give input on what color each part will be for this unique razor that will never be made again after Kickstarter. I will then do a render of this unique color combination for folks to see before firming up that option.

Alternatively, a unique texture pattern on the dial and handle might be the way to go. I'm open to suggestions.

I'd love to see an all black or black with white gold accents.  I'd also love to see a red dot or the numbering in red or nice pop color.

Good one Jared! Love to see a Red dot on the setting marker!  A little tradition would be really cool or should it be a blue dot? LOL

Here is what the all black and the black+white might look like. I'm saying 'might' because I wanna shoot straight. In production, the black color might be a shade off.  





Where the F4 has a dimple with red ink, the Janus has a laser marked donut. I considered red ink, but inks are prone to peeling off with time. On the black razors this laser marked donut will show as white which I think still gives a good contrast - maybe not as good as red ink but nonetheless some good contrast.

Phew that's a Toggle on steroids.

Visavis Timeless, there's now a choice.....Thor's hammer...
...or Odin's battle-axe.

This is defo for guys who like the heavy stuff....I cant even picture
how this gets under the nose.

I love the "bigness". I have a moustache so no issues under the nose.

I've removed the last few posts in here that were uncalled for and basically took the thread off track.  sorry to the OP for the thread heading on the wrong path.

You missed the post that started the unfriendly exchange in the first place.

Go buy one, nobody is stopping you. You almost sound like the guy who is manufacturing this razor.

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I've removed the last few posts in here that were uncalled for and basically took the thread off track.  sorry to the OP for the thread heading on the wrong path.

You missed the post that started the unfriendly exchange in the first place.

Go buy one, nobody is stopping you. You almost sound like the guy who is manufacturing this razor.

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Could we please try to keep this Thread on topic? I’m sure Andrew has read every Post that has been made. I’m really enjoying the questions/answers and would hate to see that get derailed.