I've had the pass around razor for a little over a week now. I am a 2 pass WTG shaver. I can't shave XTG or ATG without getting ingrown hairs. This is one of those razors that took a little time for me to figure out. I used the stock Nodachi handle for the first 2 shaves and the first pass was good, but the second pass was rough. I switched to a Weber Bulldog handle for a couple of shaves and the results were much better. I tried switching back to the Nodachi handle, thinking that I had it figured out, but the second pass was rough again, so I concluded that the long handle just does not work for me. I get a smooth shave with both passes when I use the Weber handle. I have used a Blackbird, Charcoal Goods Level 2 SB, and Carbon for comparison while I've had the Nodachi in my possession. The Nodachi has just a little less blade feel than the Blackbird. It's not as efficient, but I would say it's about the same level of aggression. In comparison to the Charcoal Goods, I would say that it is more efficient and more aggressive. I would say that it is about the same efficiency as the Carbon, but it's a little more aggressive. I have enjoyed using the razor, but not with the stock handle. I think it's a good buy for someone who likes blade feel. I enjoy the blade feel, but it's something I have to be in the mood for. My recommendations to improve the razor would be to have the option for a 75 - 80 mm handle and to maybe increase the diameter of the stand. The handle fits perfectly, but it does rub and I wonder if that will harm the finish over time.
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