Wolfman WR2 Head Discussion

Fantastic! I figured since my lvl 3 is SB, if I get something comparable in a WR1 with an open comb I'd have my bases covered. Plus the OC always looks amazing.



To me the BB is probably closer to the 1.45, but the WR2 is deceivingly smooth so that may be skewing my impressions. I do think the BB has more blade exposure than the WR2. I'm excited to give the WR1 another try (I had a 0.8 WR1 once) because I like the blade feel and exposure of the BB and the lvl 3.

*shocked face* Oh now you absolutely must run the BB and 145 at the same time and give us a report! So will I , I suppose, since I've not done it. Self-challenge accepted, tomorrows shave is set. But, I'll start with my 125Ti because it's already dirty and my gut tells me the BB SB is closer to a 115 than a 125. I think the smoothness of the 145Ti is deceiving, as you surmised. Be interesting to hear your final thoughts.

Oh man, if the highest WR1 you've used is an 80, the 94OC is going to surprise you, I'd bet. It should cut closer than an L3 but smoother...well, my 94SB does anyway.

Hmmm this post has me rethinking my potential order. I love all this information.

As LOOT, as someone who enjoys the final results (but not shave) of the CG Level 3 and both the shave and results (but would like more efficiency) of BB SB, would you recommend the WR1 .94SB or the WR2 1.45? Perhaps you have a better suggestion, as I have not used a wolfman before. I really do appreciate the help.

The 94SB and the L3 are pretty close. I wouldn't argue with either side for most efficient. I think the 2011 R41 and the Ikon Tech cut closer than both of those by a little bit. The 135 is right there with those two. I think the WR2 line on the gap/efficiency chart is fairly linear....to the 145 and 155. No other DE I've used cuts like the 145/155. I'm relatively certain the WR1 is maxed out at 94. It's a great razor but the WR2 has much more cowbell for you.

I really hope some other guys with big gap experience chime in here, I'd hate to be responsible for ruining y'alls gap selections. However, even if they don't I will say this, if you are coming up on his list and are interested in the WR2 especially...You are insane if you don't read every single post in this thread before you confirm anything. Just sayin. Save yourself some trouble trading by researching it very carefully. There is a whole lot of comparison shaving in this thread. I wouldn't doubt it if there is a BB vs WR2 shave already done. Hell, it coulda been me that did it. I ran a lot of the WR2s against my WR1s early on.

Great advice reading through the entire thread, I felt Insane for reading all the early posts!

I recently went through hours of early posts, things change,
Gaps have moved up, perspectives change with familiarity and repeated experience beyond the initial thrills,

perhaps an updated BB vs Wr2 would hold renewed perspectives.......

People always shall make their own minds up, comparative guidance taken in perspective......

The 94SB and the L3 are pretty close. I wouldn't argue with either side for most efficient.  I think the 2011 R41 and the Ikon Tech cut closer than both of those by a little bit.  The 135 is right there with those two. I think the WR2  line on the gap/efficiency chart is fairly linear....to the 145 and 155.  No other DE I've used cuts like the 145/155.  I'm relatively certain the WR1 is maxed out at 94.  It's a great razor but the WR2 has much more cowbell for you.

I really hope some other guys with big gap experience chime in here, I'd hate to be responsible for ruining y'alls gap selections.  However, even if they don't I will say this, if you are coming up on his list and are interested in the WR2 especially...You are insane if you don't read every single post in this thread before you confirm anything.  Just sayin.  Save yourself some trouble trading by researching it very carefully.  There is a whole lot of comparison shaving in this thread.  I wouldn't doubt it if there is a BB vs WR2 shave already done.  Hell, it coulda been me that did it.  I ran a lot of the WR2s against my WR1s early on.

Thank you kindly for the feedback. I will continue to research as I await the next round of emails.

Today I finally pickup up my new WR2 1.35 OC in stainless. It’s truly magnificent, without any flaw I can see, even with my glasses. I went with the basic shiny finish, and can’t imagine it could be any shinier. I encourage all y’all to think twice before spending the upcharge for the full polish.

Today I finally pickup up my new WR2 1.35 OC in stainless. It’s truly magnificent, without any flaw I can see, even with my glasses. I went with the basic shiny finish, and can’t imagine it could be any shinier. I encourage all y’all to think twice before spending the upcharge for the full polish.

That’s Beautiful, Congratulations! I want a Shave Report on that bad boy as soon as you’re able to. I’ve shaved with the WR2 SB from a .95 all the way up to a 1.35 Gap, but I’ve not used a WR2 OC yet. Excited to hear your thoughts.

Today I finally pickup up my new WR2 1.35 OC in stainless. It’s truly magnificent, without any flaw I can see, even with my glasses. I went with the basic shiny finish, and can’t imagine it could be any shinier. I encourage all y’all to think twice before spending the upcharge for the full polish.

This has definitely got me thinking of the basic polished again. I had seriously considered the Brushed (satin) finish. Guess i'll make my mind up in the not too distant future when i formalise my order.

Today I finally pickup up my new WR2 1.35 OC in stainless. It’s truly magnificent, without any flaw I can see, even with my glasses. I went with the basic shiny finish, and can’t imagine it could be any shinier. I encourage all y’all to think twice before spending the upcharge for the full polish.

Lovely ! Congrats. Just to make sure I'm understanding you correctly ...

James website menu, for finishes, reads ;

Polished (Mirror) [+$200.00] 
Brushed (Satin) [+$150.00]
Polished (Basic/Textured)
Brushed (Basic/Matte) 

Is your "basic shiny finish" one that had no extra charge, or is it the Brushed (Satin) ?

Mine is the “Polished (Basic/Textured).”

The $200 CDN savings is half the cost of another WR2...

Today I finally pickup up my new WR2 1.35 OC in stainless. It’s truly magnificent, without any flaw I can see, even with my glasses. I went with the basic shiny finish, and can’t imagine it could be any shinier. I encourage all y’all to think twice before spending the upcharge for the full polish.

Lovely ! Congrats. Just to make sure I'm understanding you correctly ...

James website menu, for finishes, reads ;

Polished (Mirror) [+$200.00] 
Brushed (Satin) [+$150.00]
Polished (Basic/Textured)
Brushed (Basic/Matte) 

Is your "basic shiny finish" one that had no extra charge, or is it the Brushed (Satin) ?

Mine is the “Polished (Basic/Textured).”

The $200 CDN savings is half the cost of another WR2...

Today I finally pickup up my new WR2 1.35 OC in stainless. It’s truly magnificent, without any flaw I can see, even with my glasses. I went with the basic shiny finish, and can’t imagine it could be any shinier. I encourage all y’all to think twice before spending the upcharge for the full polish.

Lovely ! Congrats. Just to make sure I'm understanding you correctly ...

James website menu, for finishes, reads ;

Polished (Mirror) [+$200.00] 
Brushed (Satin) [+$150.00]
Polished (Basic/Textured)
Brushed (Basic/Matte) 

Is your "basic shiny finish" one that had no extra charge, or is it the Brushed (Satin) ?

His basic polished is very nice. I got a stand (an error) in an order once. I was very surprised how good it looks. He must take it close to 95% before putting a very light polish on it. From 3-4 feet away you may not know the difference.

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....my gut tells me the BB SB is closer to a 115 than a 125....  
...I wouldn't doubt it if there is a BB vs WR2 shave already done.  Hell, it coulda been me that did it.  I ran a lot of the WR2s against my WR1s early on.

When I was researching, I spent a lot of time going over all the treads and luckily I made almost 100 screenshots because I
knew I would forget. Revisited them, and while opinions have obviously evolved as more users (and new razor gaps) have come
on board, the general consensus back then was:

1. WR1 .86= CG Lvl 3
2. WR1 .94= Ikon Tech
3. WR1 .74/.80 = BB

I have not tested theory #2 but #1 and #3 are largely correct.