Tedalus Velocity One #088
I was also someone who had to smile slightly or looked at it with incomprehension when the razor was announced. It wasn't the design, geometry or finish. It was of course the price. A price that a manufacturer has to dare to charge. A price that makes you think - what's the point or rather - why?
A razor designed and completely manufactured in Switzerland.
The design is a dream, as is the finish in the pictures.
Nevertheless, I asked myself why I should spend so much money on a razor - for a brand that actually has little to do with Safety razors. Blindly spending €800 on stainless steel in times when titanium is the order of the day? Then why not go for a Wolfman, Rocnel Sailor, Carbon Damaskus or 2 Haircut&Shaves razors? Or just something else in titanium that I know is good.
I was also "put off" by the neutral exposure.
The first reports came in which were promising and I started to reconsider.
Tedalus also offers a satisfaction guarantee - this means that you can return the razor within a certain period of time if you don't like it.
I think that's great and someone definitely stands behind their product.
I got in touch with Manuel who was really nice and helpful with my questions.
After I told him which serial number I would like, it went quickly and within 24 hours the razor was with me.
Unpacked and I was blown away. Take a look at the pictures and enjoy.
The finish is mirror polished and brushed in an elegant mix. The handle is hollow and sits well in the hand. Despite its 112g, it feels very light and fantastically balanced.
The design is definitely unique and I can hardly take my eyes off it. The curves, the lather channel, the topcap- it's all so sexy.
The polish is really first class, the brushed finish looks very high quality, tolerances are at the highest level.
In the box was a polishing cloth, a lifetime warranty card, 10 Feather blades, a passport for the razor in different languages which I think is a super ingenious idea and the logo seal which is reminiscent of Rolex.
Is it worth it?
Everyone has to find out for themselves.
A few specs for you:
MATERIAL
316 L stainless steel
WEIGHT
112 g
LENGHT
98 mm
WIDTH
45 mm
BLADE GAP
0.89 mm
BLADE EXPOSURE
Neutral
Shave report will follow
Have a nice day