SharpSpine
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Post by SharpSpine on May 28, 2017 10:43:22 GMT -6
TL;DR Plastic OneBlade for $50 Announcing OneBlade© CORE — An Open Letter to Our Customers — When we began development on the OneBlade© Razor, we dove into the project with no predetermined specifications regarding razor type, materials, or cost — we simply gave our design and engineering team one parameter to work from: to build the best razor on Earth, one that could perform like a high-quality straight razor, but be intuitive to use with a minimal learning curve. Our goal was to offer an innovative razor that wet-shaving enthusiasts and cartridge-razor users alike could truly enjoy using... a razor that would ultimately become their ‘go-to’ shaving tool. With our first razor product, we opted to match the sophistication of our design with the best materials and manufacturing processes available — ultra-high-grade solid stainless steel… metal injection molding technology… physical vapor deposition coating… hand-assembly… hand-polishing… individual serial numbering… and more. The result was our award-winning OneBlade© GENESIS razor (our original OneBlade© Razor model 1.0 and 2.0 has been renamed "OneBlade© GENESIS"). But given the cost of the high-grade materials that we were using, in addition to the sophisticated manufacturing process required, that meant that we simply couldn’t retail the razor at a price that was widely accessible. So, beginning in late 2016, we went back to our design and engineering team to explore the possibility of building a new razor… one that maintained the core attributes of our original patent-pending design — meaning that there would be absolutely no compromise in overall shaving performance — but incorporated materials and a manufacturing process that would ultimately allow us to offer the razor at a much more accessible price. We are pleased to announce that we were successful in this endeavor with the release of our new OneBlade© CORE razor. OneBlade CORE (Pictured Above: Our New OneBlade© CORE Razor, $49.95) Like GENESIS, OneBlade© CORE maintains our signature, patent-pending design profile — our optimal head design, optimal pivot, quick-load blade system, weighted handle, and compatibility with the Feather FHS-10 single edge blades. But we’ve moved from the use of high-grade solid stainless steel for the primary razor parts to TritanTM, an ultra-durable and BPA-free engineering-grade polymer (plastic). Along with this key material change, we’ve made some changes with our manufacturing process compared to GENESIS — in place of metal injection molding, we’re using plastic injection molding. And this model won't be hand-assembled, hand-polished, or have individual serial numbers. And while OneBlade© CORE does come equipped with a razor display stand as pictured above, this is built using 1.5mm thick anodized aluminum… versus the 316L solid stainless steel used for our GENESIS display stand. In short, we went from the advanced 50-step manufacturing process required to produce our luxury GENESIS razor, to a simple five-step process to build the more economical OneBlade© CORE. With the launch of CORE, we know our customers will have questions about which razor is right for them. One question we expect to hear is, “Should I trade in my GENESIS for a CORE?” While CORE will be our newest razor, it isn’t “Version 3.0” or the next generation OneBlade© Razor. Our higher priced original razor still includes the most advanced technology and the best all-around shaving experience we have to offer. It’s also built to last multiple lifetimes as a truly heirloom-worthy, luxury tool. For these reasons, GENESIS will continue to be our flagship razor moving forward as it’s a leader in its class in every possible category. But CORE will now offer customers the ability to experience the fundamental OneBlade© shave at a price that’s markedly more accessible. At the foundation of OneBlade© is a commitment to restore all the best attributes and experiences of traditional shaving, using innovative design and modern engineering. Shaving is a job. It should be done well… And it should be accomplished and enjoyed while using the very best equipment. Now, regardless of your budget, we have the right tool for you. To be among the first to receive a OneBlade© CORE, take advantage of early access pre-ordering, detailed below. Please note that we’ve produced a limited quantity of these CORE razors and expect to sell out very quickly. Please also note that all OneBlade© CORE orders will ship out on June 9th (meaning for U.S. residents, we guarantee delivery before Father’s Day). Sincerely & Best Shaves, Tod Barrett CEO, OneBlade Inc. P.S. We will be releasing additional updates over the next several days regarding CORE, but please don't hesitate to send our team an email if you have any questions whatsoever in the meantime.
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SharpSpine
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Post by SharpSpine on May 28, 2017 10:56:56 GMT -6
I just preordered one. I have to see if I can get a GEM blade to work in it.
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Post by wchnu on May 28, 2017 17:25:39 GMT -6
I just preordered one. I have to see if I can get a GEM blade to work in it. Let us know how it goes!
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poppi
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Post by poppi on May 29, 2017 9:43:57 GMT -6
Very interested in this. The Genesis model is just to pricey for me but I just might pull the trigger on one of these IF there are good reviews/comments.
Please keep us posted
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pj3r
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Post by pj3r on Jun 2, 2017 5:28:31 GMT -6
Sure it is look interesting. But... it opens much more questions that I want.
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riverrun
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Post by riverrun on Jun 2, 2017 8:15:08 GMT -6
I tried the original OneBlade on a pass around. (My verdict is here) The new one probably doesn't come in the stupid hand-crafted leather box, but my other criticisms remain: - It still only takes Feather FHS blades. I'm not a fan. They are expensive and last only for a single shave. They should have gone for GEM style blades.
- The shape of the handle is awkward - the new one is probably less slippery though.
- The shape of the head makes it difficult to shave close to the nostrils - I needed to use an injector afterwards.
- The stand takes up too much space. I prefer to store my razors vertically.
- It's still too expensive. This time for a plastic razor. If I want a plastic razor with a pivot I'd buy a
Gillette Fusion unmentionable razor for a fraction of the price - the cost of blades would be about the same as well.
Having said all that - it's going to be a good razor. Just not for me.
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poppi
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Post by poppi on Jun 8, 2017 9:36:26 GMT -6
Well, I mentioned this razor to my wife and said I wouldn't mind having one for Father's Day since the price is much more reasonable but told her I would wait and see.
Checked my Paypal account for an unrelated reason and guess what? Yup, she ordered one! So I reckon I know what's coming for Father's Day.
I'll report back after I get it and use it a couple of times.
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Post by wchnu on Jun 14, 2017 6:59:45 GMT -6
Well, I mentioned this razor to my wife and said I wouldn't mind having one for Father's Day since the price is much more reasonable but told her I would wait and see. Checked my Paypal account for an unrelated reason and guess what? Yup, she ordered one! So I reckon I know what's coming for Father's Day. I'll report back after I get it and use it a couple of times. Wooget it!!!!!
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poppi
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Post by poppi on Jun 18, 2017 13:32:48 GMT -6
Darn, didn't happen. FedEx lost the darn thing. Did the appropriate complaining and another is on the way. So, I reckon I'm on hold for now.
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Post by wchnu on Jun 18, 2017 14:30:32 GMT -6
Darn, didn't happen. FedEx lost the darn thing. Did the appropriate complaining and another is on the way. So, I reckon I'm on hold for now. They only loose things your really waiting on seems like.
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mrconklin
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Post by mrconklin on Jul 11, 2019 20:00:08 GMT -6
They recently ran a 40% off sale. I took part and have one that should be here soon. I will report back after I get beyond my month of Williams.
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Post by jayaruh on Jul 12, 2019 15:06:13 GMT -6
Well, I have no interest in a plastic razor that takes $1 blades that last 4 or 5 shaves.
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riverrun
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Post by riverrun on Jul 12, 2019 15:33:30 GMT -6
Well, I have no interest in a plastic razor that takes $1 blades that last 4 or 5 shaves. What about a plastic razor that takes $1 blades that barely last for a single shave? Feather makes very good blades that cannot be mentioned on this forum, but their SE blades are amazing in their ability to go blunt without warning during the third or fourth (if you're lucky) pass.
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rayr
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Post by rayr on Jul 12, 2019 15:35:31 GMT -6
Well, I have no interest in a plastic razor that takes $1 blades that last 4 or 5 shaves. I agree, my Autostrop VC2 and VC4 are all brass and were a lot cheaper to use those FHS blades. You get that many shaves out of a Feather FHS? What's your secret?
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mrconklin
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Post by mrconklin on Jul 12, 2019 15:59:58 GMT -6
Well, I have no interest in a plastic razor that takes $1 blades that last 4 or 5 shaves. I have heard that about the blades. I have a trial, so it may well go back. Got it today and can't use if for a bit. I will say that it doesn't seem finished all that well given it's price. I got it at 40% off and I think it's a bit roughly finished even given that. This may well reinforce my current opinion that the original SE razors were better than the modern ones. We'll see. Trying to keep an open mind. I will say plastic doesn't bother me. After all, lots of us enjoy Bakelite.
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