#181
simon_zzz
Like I said in the WR2 thread, here are my impressions of my WR1 .48

WR1. 48 SB
WRH2 and WRH3 handles

I've sampled a few WR1 gaps, .54 DC, .61 OC, .80 OC and now the .48 SB. I like mild razors and my favourite non-Wolfman razor is the Tatara Masamune. If I you enjoy milder razors with reduced blade exposure you will love this Wolfman gap. It is very comfortable, incredibly smooth during the shave. I'd say smoother than the Masamune, although the Tatara does have a totally different finish. Tatara is negative exposure in the standard configuration and the WR1 .48 is just positive.

Masamune -0.13
WR1 .48 +0.02
WR1 .54, .61, .67 +0.10

This Wolfman gap is incredibly smooth on the ATG pass (all passes really) and quite different to the .54 SB, i.e. a jump in smoothness and less blade feel. I know some say the .48 and .54 are pretty much identical but I can definitely tell the difference. Of course the efficiency is not the same as the .54 and absolutely not like the .80. If you have good technique this is not a problem. Buffing and extra passes are no issue. No irritation. Very little blade feel if any. This is a daily shaver without a doubt. I tried it on 24-48-72 hours growth and had no real issues. I can use the .54 on 4 days growth without a problem but rarely go that long between shaves.

I tested it with a few handles. WRH2 90mm solid was heavy and made it easy to apply unwanted pressure but the hollow 80mm was just too light. The hollow handle makes it even lighter than my Masamune. However the WRH3 was perfect for weight and balance. I want to try a solid 80mm WRH1 or 2 for comparison next.

Tried a few blades that work well for me in the Wolfman. GSB, Wizamet and Personna Med Prep.

This is not a high efficiency razor but I wanted something for quick daily shaves. I can make 4 passes if I needed with zero discomfort.

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#182
Just got my shipping notice on my WR1 .74

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#183
Fedsbackhand now you got me wanting to try a WR1 0.48

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#184
(This post was last modified: 01-08-2021, 10:35 PM by GoHabs.)
Does James sell individual baseplates? I find my WR 1 - 0.61 a little too aggressive.
#185
(This post was last modified: 01-09-2021, 12:00 AM by Fedsbackhand.)
(01-08-2021, 10:11 PM)simon_zzz Wrote: Fedsbackhand now you got me wanting to try a WR1 0.48

And me a custom low gap WR2 Smile
#186
I have shaved with my WR1 SB 3 times now and I have to say that while it is smoother than my Masamune, it is more aggressive than any of my other razors and has my face stinging after 3 days even though I have had 3 good shaves. I think the slightly positive blade exposure is more than my face can take. None of my other razors like the WR2 or Karve or Masamune leave my face feeling like this. Not sure I can keep it.

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#187

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(01-11-2021, 01:20 AM)atxwatch Wrote: I have shaved with my WR1 SB 3 times now and I have to say that while it is smoother than my Masamune, it is more aggressive than any of my other razors and has my face stinging after 3 days even though I have had 3 good shaves. I think the slightly positive blade exposure is more than my face can take. None of my other razors like the WR2 or Karve or Masamune leave my face feeling like this. Not sure I can keep it.

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Which gap?
#188
(01-08-2021, 10:34 PM)GoHabs Wrote: Does James sell individual baseplates? I find my WR 1 - 0.61 a little too aggressive.


Negative. In fact when trading plates James recommends sending the cap with the base plate.

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#189
(01-11-2021, 02:33 AM)Whisk-her Away Wrote: Which gap?

He’s talking about the mildest gap .48

I’m surprised to hear about the irritation. I feel more blade with the Masamune than my .48 gap. Which handle, blade and angle are you using?
#190
(01-11-2021, 09:32 AM)Fedsbackhand Wrote:
(01-11-2021, 02:33 AM)Whisk-her Away Wrote: Which gap?

He’s talking about the mildest gap .48

I’m surprised to hear about the irritation. I feel more blade with the Masamune than my .48 gap. Which handle, blade and angle are you using?

Correct. 48 SB. Using WRH7 handle and have tried 3 different blades (Nacet / GIllette Yellow / RPL) all with the same exact outcome. Great, clean shave, but post-shave skin tightness/stinging. Face does not look bad and I am not cutting myself. I apply virtually zero pressure.

Agreed that the Masamune has more blade feel, but it doesn't irritate like the WR1.

Really weird TBH.


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