Abyssos
Lather Catcher
GEM Micromatic fan
Posts: 32
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Post by Abyssos on Apr 18, 2010 13:30:51 GMT -5
Ok guys, today was my first shave with my Valet Autostrop model C. I was modified new Ted Pella blade, and put in the razor. I was little nervous in the beginning. The shave was great, at all, with one small nick. I`ve got BBS with 2 passes, only WTG! The shave was similar like my Micromatic Open Comb, but little more aggressive, in my opinion. I will use the Valet and next few times, to improve my techique  The other gear : VDH boar brush, Kupa fresh shaving cream, Nivea sensitive balm.  |
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Post by wchnu on Apr 18, 2010 21:23:56 GMT -5
very cool.. I do not find that anything is more aggressive then the OCMM but sounds like you got a great shave.. I love my VAS Model C.
Fuzzy
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Post by mbwhoosh on Apr 20, 2010 10:15:18 GMT -5
Congrats, glad to hear the shave went well ;D just goes to show how unique each razor and each person's face is. I found my VAS C to be very mild, that's why vintage razors are awesome variety! good luck with your future shaves and happy stropping  |
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Abyssos
Lather Catcher
GEM Micromatic fan
Posts: 32
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Post by Abyssos on Apr 21, 2010 10:26:28 GMT -5
Thanks for the comments  Today i will use again my Valet, this is wonderful razor ! |
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Post by specialk on Apr 26, 2010 14:41:19 GMT -5
Use it in good health!
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Post by HoosierTrooper on Apr 26, 2010 20:33:34 GMT -5
As my sig says, here comes a stupid question from a stupid person. How do you take the blade out of an Autostrop? I currently have two and for the life of me can't figure it out. I've watched Dave's video on how to modify an SE blade, and may give it a try.
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mrguy
The Bee's Knee's
Ten billion ants in this world, and I'm having trouble with just one.
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Post by mrguy on Apr 26, 2010 23:44:50 GMT -5
As my sig says, here comes a stupid question from a stupid person. How do you take the blade out of an Autostrop? I currently have two and for the life of me can't figure it out. I've watched Dave's video on how to modify an SE blade, and may give it a try. Should be able to just pull out from the open side. If they are original blades, they might be rusted in and a needle nose pliers could be in order. I highly recommend giving the AS a go. I really like the shaves I get from mine! |
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Post by HoosierTrooper on Apr 27, 2010 1:29:43 GMT -5
OK, thanks. I tried that and neither one moved so you're probably right.
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Post by specialk on Apr 27, 2010 10:34:20 GMT -5
Yup...rusted and stuck! I have had a few like that too. Definitely use some pliers. You may even have to let it soak for awhile
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Post by wchnu on Apr 28, 2010 0:23:33 GMT -5
OK, thanks. I tried that and neither one moved so you're probably right. Or is the one that you have to open the door on.. with a push here button for that??? Fuzzy |
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Post by HoosierTrooper on Apr 28, 2010 5:35:07 GMT -5
No, both of them are identical Model C's with the same case. The second one I bought has three extra blades but they're pretty rough looking. The one I have listed here for sale is currently on it's way to a B&B member so he can give it a test run to see if he wants to purchase it.
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