Fine Accoutrements Slant Bar Safety Razor with Astra Blades

I already purchased this item from the manufacturer, but I loved it so much I decided I need a backup. I never want to have to use a different razor. The manufacturer stopped producing them, so I bought one here.

FYI, the blade needs manual adjustment. This really is the best representation of a slant I've seen. It's aluminum (why it's so pricey) which means it's light weight. Slant razors need to be light because the blade cuts so easily. I have sensitive skin - prone to ingrown hairs and razor burn. This razor gives me the smoothest, most irritation free shaves possible. A true specimen.

This razor works extremely well, particularly with the enclosed Astra blades. It slices through whiskers effortlessly and smoothly. It's a well-designed and manufactured tool. However, like other men have said, its weight can be an issue and I agree. It's too light. It weighs hardly anything. I prefer a razor with heft. If it were made out of stainless steel, it would rate as five stars, imo. It will definitely be in my rotation, however. Performance-wise, it can't be beat.

Good razor. I prefer more weight, but it provides an efficient shave.

Love fine snakebite the razor is awesome

Shave Nation rocks! This is now my go to razor. First thing I noticed out of the box is what a beautiful razor this is. Next I noticed how feather light this is. Don't be fooled! This razor needs a light touch when shaving. I have tried 4 different blades in this razor. Astra SP (kindly provided by Shave Nation!), Gillette 7 O'clock black, Rapira Platinum Lux and Feather. For all my shaves I used Trumper's Rose shave cream. The Astra gave me the best shave. Using a light touch my shave was smooth, mild, comfortable and irritation free. I had great results with whatever blade I used. Not something I can say with my other razors. The knurling on the handle is excellent. I had no trouble controlling the razor with soapy hands. The machining on this razor is for the most part very precise. I have noticed that whatever blade I use, I still need to make sure it has the correct exposure and centering on each side. The pins centering the blade have too much play in them. The price point is on the high side but the quality of the shaves and how well the razor is made makes this a moot point. All in all, this is one of the finest razors I own.