I am nearing the end of a block of Gentleman Jon. I've had it for about 4 years now. I can't believe it's lasted this long. I only have a small piece left and am waiting until I can't hold it any longer. I have a block of Osma waiting to take over. I'd go with the Osma. It comes from France. If I had known the Gentleman Jon was made in China I would not have bought it. Go for the Osma. Lots of people love it.
Just bought a block.
Fatip? Fatip Grande? After 3 weeks of wet shave?Bought a fatip to try and just bought aloe vera, an alum block and some silver blue blades
You'll like the Gillette Silver Blues. My favorite blade along with Polsilver SI. And the Fatip gets good reviews. I bought the Schone Open Comb which is made for Schone by Fatip and I've heard the shave is as efficient but smoother. You'll get it. There is a long learning curve to get to that perfect shave. And part of the fun in all this is the journey getting there.Bought a fatip to try and just bought aloe vera, an alum block and some silver blue blades
If it is the Grande, he will tear his face apart in a moment.. You know that.
Heed these words when using the Fatip. NO PRESSURE. And watch your angle. I would ride the cap until you can feel it cutting hair. And if your first shave with it is less than optimal, I'd suggest a milder razor until you have your technique down better.Bought a fatip to try and just bought aloe vera, an alum block and some silver blue blades
This is impressive. With the wrong angle, the Grande, Fatip, not Ariana, will irritate the skin even if it is the v2 like mine. Requests really light touch like @MntnMan62 said.
This is the one i bought, doesnt say which one it actually is now that i realise
Guess I'm just a tough old coot, I use a normal amount of pressure, like I do with an OLD or a Tech.
Fatip Piccolo!!!
That's what I have, truly a great razor, and it's all brass.