I have Version 5. The problems have all been resolved. The blade is perfect at every setting and the top piece fits flush to the bottom piece. Awesome razor for the price. I like the heavy feel of the razor and the size of the handle. Of all the adjustable razors I own, this is the best value. The fact that they include a base is a plus as well as the all brass construction. I highly recommend it.
@@MidwayShooter Next scene: News clip about that one guy who was not scared, believed in statistics, and had his party. There he is, being forklifted into the freezer.
@@kp5209 I made 3 tours to the Middle East and 32 years as a fireman. Im not scared of too much... if I’m on the news ? So be it. I’ve got a spot at the National cemetery. I won’t live in fear.
@@MidwayShooter thank you for your service. If you won't do it for your self, do it for those less fortunate (health wise) and more scared than you. One Thanksgiving missed is not that much to sacrifice, especially when compared to the many important sacrifices you have made.
Doesn't matter if he admits it, he's no different than Pearl. If anything Matt is more pretentious and bitter. He didn't design the Rex from scratch, he stole it from Gibbs, then he got copied himself. It's the same razor for like 1/4 the price
Great looking razor. Skyfall was on tv as I was watching this. Im not one to listen to Christmas music before Thanksgiving but with Covid I feel the need to listen to the joy right about now. Stay safe!
Traditional WetShaving for 3 years I’ve accumulated about 30 modern and vintage safety razors. Not too long ago I started downsizing slowly because I did not need all of them.. I went from 20 down to 15 now I’m at a comfortable 10. But this is a razor that I would add to my collection. I always wanted to try the REX But I couldn’t see myself spending that. Here comes this razor.... yeah I got my eyes on it!!! 💈😁✌🏻💈 ~Mike Rose~
Thanks for the video, Ken. You are the sea of tranquility. On the Covid situation, be encouraged by the recovery rates. Nobody wants to get sick, but for most people it is lnot a death sentence, nor is it likely to leave one with a permanent injury.
This is going to be an interesting comparison with the Ambassador. They both look so alike. It'll also be interesting to see how similar the different adjustment settings are (if at all). Looking forward to your opinion on the comparison. 👍👍👍👍💈🏴
Man I remember just over a year ago I got into DE shaving and was watching all the videos and no shave Novemember was coming up. Now it is here again, time sure flys.
Thanks for the video. I watch a little for the shave, but mostly for the narrative. I had my heater inspected last week. They check the manifold for cracks and carbon monoxide leaks, as well as make sure the gas air mix is at its most efficient setting. It’s $90 per unit and I have two units, but it’s money well spent. My thermostats keep track of the hours on my filter and I change them when it says to. The tech just leaves new filters to be installed at the next alert. I end up buying about two sets per year for in between visits. I look forward to a video on the mustang once it’s completed. Anyway, said too much already. Stay safe.
Hi Ken! Another great video. That razor has definite Cool Factor. I enjoy your videos and I am putting that razor on my to get list. Enjoy your Holiday brother
Had a few of those screenings myself, and they are much needed. Some gents don't go, but man they should. Looking good as always, Ken. Love the shirt too. 😎 That razor looks like a REX down to the knurling.
Nice review, I like my little Pearl Flexi, but some seem to have build quality issues, it is an aggressive beast, but efficient, like you say I came originally for the shave but definitely keep coming back for the banter and chat, stay safe.
Good review Ken. The Pearl is a complete knock-off of the REX Ambassador. I own the REX and it's far and away my favorite razor. It is a bit on the aggressive side as the highest I go up is 1.5, but nonetheless it's still a phenomenal shave. No possible way the build quality of the Pearl compares to the REX. I think the Pearl shipped is
It is undoubtedly a Rex Ambassador clone (brass clone of a stainless steel razor). Weighs a ton compared to the Rex, though (~24g heavier). Being almost 1/4th the price, it may be a great budget adjustable. I would love to get my hands on it to give it a try.
Hey Ken! I've been bringing your videos lately which inspired me to order a vintage razor but now I'm kinda anxious. Cause the razor I've found in a prestine state is a Gillette Black Beauty Y4, the plastic tray variant. This may be an odd request but could you please please please do a side-by-side shave with your black beauties ? Anyhow, I love your videos, take care and stay safe :D
Good shave. That razor sure looks quite stout. Thankfully, getting covid is not an automatic death sentence. I survived it. All the best to your wife none the less. Have a good weekend.
Glad you are ok Ron. One commenter thinks Covid is just a hoax. My neighbor had it and was in a respirator, but my buddy caught it and it was like a bad cold
Nice shave Ken💈💈 Have heard this razor has a few issues, I'd research it a bit. Glad it worked for you this time. You are absolutely gonna love the Rex Ambassador, a very efficient, smooth and beautiful tool. I've had mine for a long time and it still impresses. Proraso all the way...yep👍 Gotta love the burn! Nutcase Newsom does what he wants but you can't... really? Stay safe.
Nice shave Ken. I'm sure you will love the Rex. It's shaves as good as it looks. The grip on the Rex handle is insane (it's like having velcro on your finger tips), easily the best of any razor I've used. A tip I would give with the Rex is, start on a low number (even on one on the dial), as its deceptively efficient even on its low settings. It's one of those razors that while it can be really efficient on its highest settings, it still remains smooth and comfortable. The good thing with the Rex is, you don't have to adjust in 1 or half steps. You can turn the dial a very small amount to give you that precise amount of adjustment to give you the perfect setting for your preference. Stay safe.
Great video again Ken. I like the look of that Pearl razor. I prefer the heavy ones. A comparison with the Rex Ambassador will be interesting. They look very similar. But the Rex Ambassador is way more expensive. Looking forward to your next video. Stay safe.
Nice shave and cool razor Ken ! 💈💈 question Ken, i never see you using "Le père Lucien" shaving soap it's french handmade awesome quality hope you will try it one day ! 💈have a great day and stay safe 💪
You are fortunate enough to try all of the best and the wannabees. told another viewer my wife bought a fat boy that was irridium plated last christmas. Beautiful, but I do not like the shave. Always end up back with my future gold razor. It just does the trick everytime. Tried most all blades....Stuck with personna blue and gillette 7 ocklock sharp. Get multiple shaves from both with very little to no neck irritation. That being said. What is your favorite razor for everyday if you had to thin the heard?
Nice review Ken. Since I've only been wet shaving bout 6 months, I've only got 2 razors. Every time I think I've got my mind made up on an upgrade, a new razor comes out. Unreal how many there are. Kinda overwhelmed on what to get. Want an adjustable though. Do you have a few adjustable ones your partial to?
Hi Ken thanks for the info on the flexi, it gives a great shave at great price & best quality,mine is a version 7. I allways enjoy your Video Tutorials & Chat. I don’t know anybody that has any interest in Traditional shaving it’s all the Cartridge stuff These days. Very best wishes from Sean Fitzgerald 🍀😉💪
Looking forward to your video with the Rex Ambassador. I will say for me, it’s pretty aggressive. I would recommend starting it off on like a 2 on first use and working up as you see fit. Also, for me, the Astra blades work better in it than the Wilkinson swords for some reason. Just a couple things I’ve noticed with my ambassador
I like well built boxes like my viking emperor adjustable razor with magnetic clasp to keep shut:I clean and dry my razor each use then place back in it.Shaved with my newly honed gold dollar straight razor without switching hands but at some point your hand blocks your view on one side,it was good but prefer the safety of the safety razor,however,there was zero burn on aftershave use.If you find a good Rolls razor on etsy you will love the straight razor on the stick since it was the first safety razor.
Hi Ken- Great shave and razor razor review; thank you! This razor definitely looks like it has some heft to it, which is not a bad thing, at all. I hope you have a great weekend ahead of you. Downsizing Thanksgiving was a good call; I’m doing the same. Take good care and be safe and be well. Best regards, as always, Ken!
That razor looks like a fatboy futur hybrid. I also like the 2 piece design with the long stem. It seems to check most if not all ok my preference boxes so I may give this one a go. Of coarse I'll stand by to see how it goes with the ambassador on one of your upcoming videos. Anyways, another epic shave good sir 🪒👍
Love my Merkur, I bought a fb, cause my dad had one. Actually wife bought last christmas. It had been cleaned and iridium plate. But I do not care for the shave. Always go back to my future gold!!
Nice looking razor. I like the weight. My heaviest is my Viking Emperor adjustable; which is a great razor! I’d like to see another video on a different setting, same blade to see what you think of the adjustment. I know your opening is from iMovie > Trailer > Adrenaline; and you mentioned your editing in a video before. What is your current setup and routine for making your videos? As in this one, you’re starting to cut in or B roll additional footage.
if you could pick a "one and done" razor ( not counting vintage) thats on the market today. what one would it be? I just started wet shaving a few weeks ago and i picked up a Van Der Hagen at wally world, I would like to step it up to something with a bit more quality. without breaking the bank
@@masongates246 I don't have the Mercur 34c, but the Rockwel has three baseplates so you have six different levels of shave, it was my first de razor and for the price it's a great deal.
its too late now but for Christmas - tell everyone you want to be with to stay out of the public for 5-7 days before Christmas Dinner - some MD's are willing to do rapid tests to augment that even further so no one has to be alone
Hey there and greetings from Bremen, Germany. Thanks for another great review. I got the Pearl Flexi V6 and it's working great. Still, I get better results with my Merkur Progress. As I'm still more like a beginner in wet shaving: what would you say, which of the 2 will get the job done best for you?
I had the Rex Ambassador and I have the Rex Envoy and I experience the same issue with both razors, a lot of DRAG! I don't know if it's because it's a matte finish or there is a issue in general with the coating but it's very annoying with how expensive both razors are to experience that. I've had no issue with any other razors I've owned over the 8 years.
@@kensurfs You can put the cap either direction. With the blade out, watch the blade gap as you rotate the adjustment knob. On mine you can see right away the gap is uneven from left to right and gets worse as the aggressiveness increases. Mine is unsafe after 3.
This razor does look a lot like the T-rex Ambassador but is almost 4 times cheaper. It’d be very interesting to hear how the two compare. Thanks for the Chanel Ken!
Those Willys blades are not Wilkinson from India. I too got them with my Pearl SS01 3 piece. Nice razor though with long handle and weighing in 92g. the blades are crap i think. it couldn't cut much on first pass though my beard is not so heavy or coarse.
@@eqbrim I would consider it on the aggressive side. As with everything it depends on the blade you pair it up with and your facial hair and skin type. DE shaving isn't going to be like a cartridge razor shave. If you think about it it, a cartridge shave typically has 3-5 blades and you're swiping it multiple times. DE shaving is definitely less irritable to the skin if done correctly.
Hi ken I started wet shaving a about 6 months ago and I subscribed to your channel a while ago and I can shave 2 passes no problem no cuts no razor burn nothing but on the 3rd pass my neck really gets burned and cut and irritated any suggestions please it would be very much appreciated
thats where i got mine.but be careful,i dropped mine and it took out my sink.wife wasnt happy.got a bigger sink but i think the skull could take it out too
Complete Rex Ambassador knock off 🗑. Support American businesses. The Rex is pricey, but it’s a long term investment. I have been infatuated with my Rex since receiving it.
Nice review. I'll be interested in your comparison of the Rex Ambassador. The Pearl Flexi razor certainly appears to be a Rex Ambassador knockoff. BTW, I've been meaning to ask. How does your favorite Wilkinson Sword blade compare to the Astra SP?
@@j_boogie0123 Thanks. I've tried many different blades...Treet, Derby, Voskhod, Dorco, Personna Platinum, Shark, Lord, Gillette Platinum, Feather, and even a Wilkinson Sword brand. Just not the one Ken brags about. I always seem to go back to Astra SP. But there are so many variables to consider that I'm sure I've missed a combination that would work with other blades. This is one hobby where YMMV means exactly that.
@@kensurfs I've tried one Wilkinson Sword brand but not the one from India. I've not been able to find a small sample pack to compare with Astra SP. I just don't need 100 😏
