Review: The General SE razor

[Darkbulb]

Saw an update from @Colonial Razors that The General is in production now and should meet their expected early-August delivery dates. The price is still, as far I know, $59 / £44.50

 

[Colonial Razors]

Yes, we are currently in production and expect shipment from the factory in early August. If no unforeseen issues arise, we should be invoicing in August some time.

Holyzeus, I am sorry for the way the previous reply came across. My brother did not intend to be condescending, even though I agree that it did sound it. We hope to earn your business in the future.

Regards,

Kyle

 

[Fergiebilly]

A nice, clean effortless shave this morning with The General.

How Does that Compare to a Cobra Classic..Shave Wise ?..Aggression Wise ?..

Billy

 

[Colonial Razors]

Fergiebilly,

The General will be milder than the Cobra due to lighter weight as well as how it was designed. The General was designed with a milder feel and comfort in mind.

Regards,

Kyle

 

[Fergiebilly]

Fergiebilly,

The General will be milder than the Cobra due to lighter weight as well as how it was designed. The General was designed with a milder feel and comfort in mind.

Regards,

Kyle

Thanks..Kyle..I have a Cobra Classic Pass Around at the Moment..I Like it a Lot..I Don't Find it to be an Aggressive Shaver & I Do Like these Feather Pro Blades & the Longer Heads..

Billy

 

[Darkbulb]

The General will be milder than the Cobra

+1

How Does that Compare to a Cobra Classic..Shave Wise ?..Aggression Wise ?..

On a dreamt up scale of aggression (1-10), I'd say;
The General: 4
Classic Cobra: 6
King Cobra: 8

 

[SharpSpine]

If I may, I'd like to add my General experience into this thread as log as @Darkbulb doesn't mind. I typically use a Feather Pro blade in all of my modern SEs which use this blade type. However, in the General I was unable to achieve a close shave using this blade. It was just too mild for me. I then put in a Feather Super Pro blade and then things really clicked for me. It finally was able to shave me close without leaving stubble like the Pro blade did. The Super blade in other razors like the Mongoose will tear me up without the most painstaking attention. In the General, however, I could whip the razor around my face without a concern for irritation or weepers. Until the General I don't think I've ever been able to say that about the Super blade.

 

[Darkbulb]

If I may, if like to had my General experience into this thread as log as @Darkbulb doesn't mind. I typically use a Feather Pro blade in all of my modern SEs which use this blade type. However, in the General I was unable to achieve a close shave using this blade. It was just too mild for me. I then put in a Feather Super Pro blade and then things really clicked for me. It finally was able to shave me close without leaving stubble like the Pro blade did. The Super blade in other razors like the Mongoose will tear me up without the most painstaking attention. In the General, however, I could whip the razor around my face without a concern for irritation or weepers. Until the General I don't think I've ever been able to say that about the Super blade.

The more reviews the better

 

[DonnerJack]

I'd like to add my General experience

I see what you did there

 

[Ken Apple]

Hi all I've got one ordered I'll write a quick review after I have had the opportunity to shave with it. I'm hoping to get it late this week.

 

[themadremmy]

Just ordered one of the first batch with the minor issues. Worked out £50 delivered to the Uk. Looking forward to seeing how it compares to my Alumigoose. As long as I can find a decent blade. First blade out of a new cassette of feather pros was a complete dud.


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[Darkbulb]

Colonial Razors now have their own site up and running and the razor price has been set at $59
https://colonialrazors.com/

 

[themadremmy]

Glad they've got set up. Got mine last week and it's brilliant. Looks a lot more refined than the Alumigoose. Feels lovely and tactile in the hand and shaves like a dream. Putting the goose up for sale now. Mine worked out £50 plus the stupid customs fees. A real bargain.


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[Darkbulb]

Glad they've got set up. Got mine last week and it's brilliant. Looks a lot more refined than the Alumigoose. Feels lovely and tactile in the hand and shaves like a dream. Putting the goose up for sale now. Mine worked out £50 plus the stupid customs fees. A real bargain.

Yeah I like mine a lot.
Their next lot is apparently due to be ready on Sept 23rd - but that will be used to fulfill the outstanding, initial waiting list. Batch three will be stock onto the website though.

 

[Fasa]

Just ordered one of the first batch with the minor issues. Worked out £50 delivered to the Uk. Looking forward to seeing how it compares to my Alumigoose. As long as I can find a decent blade. First blade out of a new cassette of feather pros was a complete dud.


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Don't forget the postman tax ...


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[The Geordie Shaver]

Don't forget the postman tax ...


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£15.40p if you live in the U.K. , worth every penny though , a superb razor when paired up with Pro Super , I never thought I would get such a good shave out of such a light razor after struggling with the Aluminium Mongoose .