(This post was last modified: 06-03-2020, 04:05 PM by Blackland Razors.)
(06-03-2020, 04:11 AM)octoserge Wrote:(06-03-2020, 12:17 AM)Blackland Razors Wrote:In my profession, one generally doesn't make seemingly critical remarks about another professional or their business in a public forum, particularly if said business was my inspiration owned by a now retired gentleman that blazed a trail for me. Your words, not mine:(06-02-2020, 11:54 PM)octoserge Wrote: This new ATT design is easy on the eye and has refined finishes. The other thing I really like about ATT is their parts are interchangeable. They’re also modifying blade angles on this model so this is a new offering. We can all debate how “innovative” it is, but to me that’s non-sequitur. Some “artisans” seemingly like to talk about how “innovative” they are - good for them, whatever makes you think you’re special. These ATT guys are not forum hounds that look to influence demand for their razors. And they certainly don’t talk about what they think of other razor brands/makers - they’re above that. They just make great razors, and let their products speak for themselves.
You know not of what you speak in your thinly veiled criticism of me. ATT has long been my inspiration and my business couldn’t exist without them. I’ve met Stan and loved speaking with him. He’s a wonderful guy and ATT is a wonderful company. I’ve easily guided dozens of customers to ATT when I felt that their razors were a better fit than mine were. I believe in growing the pie and not getting a larger piece for myself. There’s nobody more I’d like to be successful than them. For what it’s worth, I don’t think I’m innovative. I make razors. But I do think wet shaving companies thrive when they constantly push new products and drive forward and I’m skeptical that price is the limiting factor. I’m entitled to my educated opinion and being a business won’t prevent me from sharing it. Next time please just address me directly or, better yet, request clarification if you feel I’ve spoken improperly.
"The real reason that ATT isn't as popular as it used to be is because they haven't actually released anything new or innovative in years." "ATT hasn't had a hit since the SE1 came out years ago. In fact, they haven't really even tried.”
I don't know Stan personally or professionally, I just like some of his razors and how he ran his business. And I'm not looking to start a war of words; clearly there are monumentally bigger issues to ponder in the world today. I just thought your comments were a bit brazen in a post about a competitor's new razor release, so I too was just expressing my opinion. And now I'm done. . . but for your closing remark: Next time I'll. . . well. . . do as I decide, thanks.
I think you misunderstand and that’s okay. I wasn’t trying to be brazen. I want ATT to thrive. I think we we can agree on that. For what it’s worth, I’ll be buying one.