Hi everyone,
I had my last shave with the Hone today....well maybe I'll squeeze another in tomorrow....but probably last shave with it today!
As a celebration of hearing Wickhams soaps are soon to be back in action I whisked up some Imperial Tonic and lathered up. I realise that I haven't used Nico1970's oil, but I haven't felt that I required it.
As expected, now I know what was bugging about the razor, I didn't actually notice it this time. I changed to a feather and I actually managed a coupe of weepers, but an otherwise good shave. I have realise that I use a bit of pressure when Shaving, and I figure that is why I have had a different experience to some others. I.e. I do not find it too mild, but pretty much spot on!
So my final thoughts are that I very much like the razor. I have bought into the ethos, and I really like that it is different to what else is out there, and that it is made from a different metal. The workmanship is great, and Hone deserves to be a company that is around for some time.
The only issues I have are minor, like the overhanging top plate. However, I would like to see how it ages when it is being polished before I would choose to buy. I would also be very interested to see a stainless version, or........maybe even a BLACK ONE.... I know the metal used is part and parcel of the 'Hone brand', but I'd still love to see something that would maintain its finish.
Lastly, many thanks to
@Hone for the opportunity to try this. I dare say at some point in the future I will be buying one of your razors!
Matt