Modern Shaving A1 Paystreak

So I came across this razor and was intrigued when I found out that it’s another Canadian made razor. It’s a great time to be a shaving enthusiast, especially living in Alberta(and America with the USD is doing well). Modern shaving is a relatively new company the has two razor heads a 3 handles. The Paystreak is what drew me in with a stainless outer and brass core I believe it will get better with age. This is a beefy razor at 104 grams but not too heavy. I was unable to find much out there on this razor so I figured I’d give it a shot. Well first impressions of this razor is pretty good. First is the packaging and overall appearance. Well packaged in foam in an attractive slide out box with international instructions. The razor has a flat uniform top cap, more a brushed finish. The heads unseen parts have tool marks that are smooth. This doesn’t bother me in the slightest. Now the handle the thing that beckoned me to this razor. Solid handle the fitment Of The stainless outer over the brass core is flawless, knurled to be gripped well, I like the feel with the recesses, this might be another area where some might take issue the edges of the recessed areas are what I’d call crisp, not sharp but probably not as soft a feel as some might like.


The thing that matters the shave. Before I took the leap I emailed Modern shaving and Andrew responded quickly with details about similar razors and the Feather razor was the aim with this head. Well I must say although just a first impression with only a few shaves under my belt I have to say close and smooth describes the shaves. When I first get a razor I “test” it more than my average everyday shave so this was put through its paces. I completed a fast shave where I don’t keep constant pressure and rush I did get some irritation and weepers. But this razor if given proper respect will yield amazing results. I have a problem spot from some old scarring that very few razors deal well with and this one did it, that makes this one a keeper for me worth some more attention. The A1 isn’t going to replace my Wolfman’s, BBS1, Timeless, or Charcoal but is definitely joining them in what I consider my top razors.





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For $174.47 at today's exchange rate............................no thanks.

Wow that is a cool looking razor
It's nice and I have it on my want list
Thanks Ron

The head reminds me of 2 specific razors. This is very close looking to the AS-D2 head, which was also copied by Ikon razors in the early days. The Ikon was a very precise copy of the AS-D2 but with a slightly larger blade gap. You could actually swap the base plates between the Ikon and Feather. I owned both, the Ikon was my first DE and the Feather AS-D2 was my second. The Ikon had a much nicer finish than this particular razor and sold for $130.

The Handle looks pretty cool, but the finish looks worse than the Stainless Steel razors from Fendrihan for $40.

I'm happy to see new entrants to the market, but it seems like each new offering is at a higher price point with lower quality fit /finish which is very disappointing.

Like I said, the handle is cool, but the when you look at what razorock is offering for less than 1/3 of the price, it just does not compete on quality or price.

The head reminds me of 2 specific razors.  This is very close looking to the AS-D2 head, which was also copied by Ikon razors in the early days.  The Ikon was a very precise copy of the AS-D2 but with a slightly larger blade gap.  You could actually swap the base plates between the Ikon and Feather.  I owned both, the Ikon was my first DE and the Feather AS-D2 was my second.  The Ikon had a much nicer finish than this particular razor and sold for $130.

The Handle looks pretty cool, but the finish looks worse than the Stainless Steel razors from Fendrihan for $40.  

I'm happy to see new entrants to the market, but it seems like each new offering is at a higher price point with lower quality fit /finish which is very disappointing.

Like I said, the handle is cool, but the when you look at what razorock is offering for less than 1/3 of the price, it just does not compete on quality or price.

I agree and notice that as well.

So I came across this razor and was intrigued when I found out that it’s another Canadian made razor. It’s a great time to be a shaving enthusiast, especially living in Alberta(and America with the USD is doing well). Modern shaving is a relatively new company the has two razor heads a 3 handles. The Paystreak is what drew me in with a stainless outer and brass core I believe it will get better with age. This is a beefy razor at 104 grams but not too heavy. I was unable to find much out there on this razor so I figured I’d give it a shot. Well first impressions of this razor is pretty good. First is the packaging and overall appearance. Well packaged in foam in an attractive slide out box with international instructions. The razor has a flat uniform top cap, more a brushed finish. The heads unseen parts have tool marks that are smooth. This doesn’t bother me in the slightest. Now the handle the thing that beckoned me to this razor. Solid handle the fitment Of The stainless outer over the brass core is flawless, knurled to be gripped well, I like the feel with the recesses, this might be another area where some might take issue the edges of the recessed areas are what I’d call crisp, not sharp but probably not as soft a feel as some might like.


The thing that matters the shave. Before I took the leap I emailed Modern shaving and Andrew responded quickly with details about similar razors and the Feather razor was the aim with this head. Well I must say although just a first impression with only a few shaves under my belt I have to say close and smooth describes the shaves. When I first get a razor I “test” it more than my average everyday shave so this was put through its paces. I completed a fast shave where I don’t keep constant pressure and rush I did get some irritation and weepers. But this razor if given proper respect will yield amazing results. I have a problem spot from some old scarring that very few razors deal well with and this one did it, that makes this one a keeper for me worth some more attention. The A1 isn’t going to replace my Wolfman’s, BBS1, Timeless, or Charcoal but is definitely joining them in what I consider my top razors.





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Congrats on your acquisition. Looks interesting. Happy shaves partner...

The head reminds me of 2 specific razors.  This is very close looking to the AS-D2 head, which was also copied by Ikon razors in the early days.  The Ikon was a very precise copy of the AS-D2 but with a slightly larger blade gap.  You could actually swap the base plates between the Ikon and Feather.  I owned both, the Ikon was my first DE and the Feather AS-D2 was my second.  The Ikon had a much nicer finish than this particular razor and sold for $130.

The Handle looks pretty cool, but the finish looks worse than the Stainless Steel razors from Fendrihan for $40.  

I'm happy to see new entrants to the market, but it seems like each new offering is at a higher price point with lower quality fit /finish which is very disappointing.

Like I said, the handle is cool, but the when you look at what razorock is offering for less than 1/3 of the price, it just does not compete on quality or price.

I agree and notice that as well.

I will make one correction. I also think that Karve has put out a fantastic high quality offering for a very reasonable price especially since they will have a selection of 8 base plates ranging from AA to F. For $75 you get a brass razor with your choice of 1 base plate and the fit and finish is really nice.