The Karve Overlander - My First Shave 

That's really nice of you

@@TheVirtualGroomroom You deserve the praise.

Chris is the best when it comes to design for me, always has been.

Glad to hear it, Peter. I appreciate your support as always mate.

It is fantastic based on that first shave mate.

It's really good, I highly recommend giving it a go. A real review will come in a month or so.

I can't help it. It's worth a buy for me, for sure.

I hope you enjoyed it!

Thank you very much for the kind words.

Haha, this made me laugh pretty hard.

Curious to hear your thoughts mate.

My weekend was fairly cracking. Building fucking flat pack furniture - I need a beer...

Thanks, James. It'll come up fairly soon!

Cheers Fred!

That sounds like a good idea 😉

Yeah, I know a lot of people are still waiting for that Ti CB. It'll be worth the wait, I ensure you. I will also buy this in stainless when released.

Curious to hear your thoughts. This first shave really impressed me.

@@TheVirtualGroomroom I can’t speak to the overlander as of yet simply because Chris has cleared out his current inventory of product. One could assume this as his website says sold out. However as soon as he makes some more and I’m given the notification I’ll be getting one. As for the Karve; it’s simply magnificent. Really glad I purchased that over the tatara muramasa. I have tried many different razors designs from all the big players but there is something about Karve’s design elements in the CB razor that just simply work for individuals with sensitive and acne prone, oily skin. I can actually likely shave daily with the CB on a B or C plate with little to no irritation and the occasional in grown hair. And as a individual that suffers with a chronic autoimmune inflammatory disease; Lupus; any inflammation I’ve noticed is significantly worse. BUT the CB just simply works and works well. Love a good straight but a bit tricky to use and I honestly I’m not all that interested in the maintenance. Do possess a feather Dx club though. I do realize that the change in angle is one of larger design considerations in the overlander in comparison to the CB. Very interesting though because I think the angle of the CB is what actually helps me. But I’m just guessing. Just know it’s a amazing razor and hands down almost concluded a 4-5yr adventure of trying to find a great razor for my skin. Seriously can’t wait to get my hands on the Overlander when inventory/stock because available.

@@TheVirtualGroomroom Finally got my hands on the Overlander and I’m liking it. Has a little bit of drag; but it’s really minor. Great razor!

Good to hear you're a fan!

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Haha, sorry bro.

I now use 1/16 tsp of soap to 1.75 tsp of water (1/2 tablespoon + 1/4 tsp); good for a 3-pass shave.

Haha, yes it does!

I did - this was a great shave.

For $80 USD, it's a no brainer for me man.

I've been asked to do a comparison with the Blutt and I think it's worth doing.

@@TheVirtualGroomroom Thanks! Really appreciate it!

I really like this one mate. I don't own any Paladins but would consider one if I found one I like.

@@TheVirtualGroomroom I would highly reccomend Jack if you can get one Paladin Brush, you won’t regret it 100% Alan H

I've tried the Timeless Ti slim and it wasn't for me. High blade feel with somewhat average efficiency - definitely preferred the Blackbird Ti.

I find given the amount of blade feel it's pretty darn efficient. 2 pass BBS, can't complain

Yeah, 303 is considerably harder making it more difficult to machine.

Hi Paul, as a fellow head-shaver who shaves daily, they are actually pretty equal. I actually prefer the Overlander because the brass ages and has personal character when it patinas. I have really sensitive skin and I found the Gillette Minora works best for me in the razor. Perfect balance of smooth/sharp.

In for the TiOverlander.

Yeah - I'd love a Ti version of this. Typically not the biggest fan of Alu razors as I find the blade clamping isn't the best.

Overlander, I think.

@@TheVirtualGroomroom I sold my Overlander...found it too mild with no blade feel. I like blade feel but also like smooth razors. My favorite is my Wolfman wr2 1.55 titanium.

@@TheVirtualGroomroom Does that mean the Overlander is your new favorite?

I don't work for Karve. Haven't done for almost a year and a half

I really like how it looks - to each his own 😂