Yaqi TFC All Brass Adjustable. Impressive….

Str8Mug

Str8Mug

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Good shave was had this evening. Went on setting 5 and finished on 4 for a real nice 2 pass shave. A Gillette 7 O’Clock Green was used and it really paired nicely with the TFC Brass. For me I believe the chrome version offers more blade feel, a wider range and a smoother ride. But, still the Yaqi TFC Brass is no slouch in the cutting department and it feels of much better quality because it is. It does have some shortcomings such as numbers on the setting dial could have been painted with black enamel and the indicator dot could have used a nice speck of red for visual appeal and identification. The handle though not bad nor slippery feeling would have been better with true knurling in my humble opinion. In reality though, it’s much better than above average in overall performance. Price is debatable and can be argued for or against on its price point until the cows come home. It’s more than capable in terms of taking on multiple days of heavy whisker growth in the upper setting range and still easy enough on it’s lowest setting to be a smooth and easy daily driver. A solid, solid razor from Yaqi.

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MasterJoiner

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Str8Mug said:
Good shave was had this evening. Went on setting 5 and finished on 4 for a real nice 2 pass shave. A Gillette 7 O’Clock Green was used and it really paired nicely with the TFC Brass. For me I believe the chrome version offers more blade feel, a wider range and a smoother ride. But, still the Yaqi TFC Brass is no slouch in the cutting department and it feels of much better quality because it is. It does have some shortcomings such as numbers on the setting dial could have been painted with black enamel and the indicator dot could have used a nice speck of red for visual appeal and identification. The handle though not bad nor slippery feeling would have been better with true knurling in my humble opinion. In reality though, it’s much better than above average in overall performance. Price is debatable and can be argued for or against on its price point until the cows come home. It’s more than capable in terms of taking on multiple days of heavy whisker growth in the upper setting range and still easy enough on it’s lowest setting to be a smooth and easy daily driver. A solid, solid razor from Yaqi.

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Yes I have one and mine is definitely a keeper I agree about you could argue all day on the price point. But IMO.its well worth it..
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hdb3326

hdb3326

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So I tried her out this morning, 3-2-2.

Some observations and then onto the shave.

The handle is a little slippery for me. Not a deal breaker for me, I didn’t think I was going to drop it but something for me to bear in mind during use.

I noticed a little movement or play between the top / end cap and the main razor stem. And a little rattle during use presumably from the blade. Now this may be due to operator error in use or deployment of the blade. We will see. Again, not a dealbreaker for me just something I noticed.

Now for the shave. I can certainly see why some have seen this as a daily use razor. I completely agree. An efficient and smooth shave for all 3 grain passes even on setting 3. I’ll try 4 next time.

Absolutely zero issues / no nicks / weepers / cuts or irritation. On performance alone it’s likely to be a keeper, but will try her on different settings and make sure the blade is seated properly.

I also have to mention I used a completely new blade to me that Kevy kindly added to the package which was greatly appreciated. Super Shave X!

If you haven’t tried one of these razors I’d certainly recommend giving them a try.

Have a good day all.

Best,

Ben
 
hdb3326

hdb3326

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Evening all.

Dialled her up to 4-3-3.

A great shave, as before no issues with the useage and end results. I’m still getting a little bit of play in the top cap and rest of the razor. But zero issues with grip today. So operator error on that one.

I’ll try 5-4-4 tomorrow but may dial it down if required.

Have a good evening all.

Best,

Ben
 
hdb3326

hdb3326

Legendary Member
Ok, so this will be my last post on this. That’s an actual promise not like a promise not to get any more razors or soaps etc.

5-5-5. Using a relatively cheap soap / cream. Simpsons Unscented.

As before, an exemplary shave. Clean and close with no issues at all. I still don’t feel like I’m in danger of cutting myself. But am never complacent.

As mentioned, the slight play and or rattle persists. I think it’s the design and part and parcel of the razor. It doesn’t seem to affect the performance and maybe I’ll just get used to it.

I simply can’t fault the performance. So if you’re sat on the fence, just try one. I think you’ll enjoy it.

Have a good weekend all.

Best,

Ben
 
Boycie83

Boycie83

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hdb3326 said:
Ok, so this will be my last post on this. That’s an actual promise not like a promise not to get any more razors or soaps etc.

5-5-5. Using a relatively cheap soap / cream. Simpsons Unscented.

As before, an exemplary shave. Clean and close with no issues at all. I still don’t feel like I’m in danger of cutting myself. But am never complacent.

As mentioned, the slight play and or rattle persists. I think it’s the design and part and parcel of the razor. It doesn’t seem to affect the performance and maybe I’ll just get used to it.

I simply can’t fault the performance. So if you’re sat on the fence, just try one. I think you’ll enjoy it.

Have a good weekend all.

Best,

Ben
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No drag/suction Ben?
 
LeeMaz

LeeMaz

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I never had any issues with it @Boycie83. It is still a regret letting it go, (but it was a means to ann end). It was the best continuous adjustable I’ve ever had. I never had a rattling issue either.
 
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