new DE razor from rex supply - the envoy

did the east coast razor skip Nh wet shaver for some reason?

did the east coast razor skip Nh wet shaver for some reason?

Yes because after trying to get his address by PM and asking for it on the forum with no response I sent it to the next member on the list

I just gave my address to Zen Shaver as the next on the East Coast list.

Thank you

Re the Blackbird comparison I have to say I am having much better luck with the Envoy. Different geometry and much more stable and effective going ATG on my head, no tugging at all where the Bird tugged like crazy. Certainly a milder shave than the Bird as well but for me a much better fit.

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interesting. I've never used my blackbird for head shaves - probably too aggressive for my head anyways. I did notice that the envoy seems to have a shorter handle (at least from the looks of it in photos), so perhaps it will be a nice head shaver for me to try...

Envoy Pass-Around:

WEST COAST
gvw755
IanG153 *removed at the user's request*
kehole
dabearis
fmalpartida
Ram57
chef glenn
captainjonny
draebeard
kooshman7
andrewjs18

EAST COAST
ScientficShaves
ShaveMD
Nh wet shaver *skipped for now as user hasn't responded to address messages*
Zen Shaver
slantman
velohammer
ANG69 *removed at user's request*
AJSharp
Chef Glenn
Tiny *removed at user's request*
CK89
Asafiev *removed at user's request*
andrewjs18

@ Nh wet shaver I just received a message from you about the Envoy but your box is full so I can’t respond. The Envoy went to Zen Shaver who was next on the list

Greetings all,

I had intended to give an update with each shave, but it happened to arrive at an especially busy time for me. I'll give my impression of the Envoy from the three shaves I had with it. Coincidentally, the Rex Ambassador just arrived yesterday from a different pass-around I had signed up for months ago. It should be interesting to try the Envoy's adjustable sibling next.

Initial Impressions:
The Envoy is a stout little razor. Its little, with the three inch handle, but still heavier than any other razor I currently own. The weight and overall appearance of the razor give the razor a very utilitarian look. The finish is an even machine brush and is fitting. The bottom plate engraving is attractive and well done. I'd personally prefer a slightly longer handle, but I love the grippy knurling. 
Overall, I really like the look of the Envoy. I can't think of another three-piece that resembles it; perhaps because it's modeled on an adjustable. 

Prep:
I didn't use the included soap. The ingredients look good and simple and the scent seems clean and fresh. I plan on scooping out a bit to sample later. I decided to not introduce an unknown with the soap and used Nuavia Blu instead. It was the next in my rotation and is a really solid performing soap.
I started with a new Personna Red blade and used it for the three shaves. I used different brushes and aftershaves each time. Each shave was with 36-48 hours growth.

Shave:
I had not used the Rex razor previously but was well aware of the positive reputation of the Ambassador. My understanding is that the Envoy is based on a 3 setting of the Ambassador (correctly me if I'm wrong). My impression from other reviews was that many found the razor quite aggressive beyond 1.5 or so. Based on this preconception, I started off taking extra care to my technique. 

In practice, I did find the Envoy to be an aggressive shaver. The positive blade exposure is there and can be felt. My closest comparison would be the Karve E plate. That said, I didn't find the razor to be harsh at all. I had three beautiful and irritation-free shaves from the envoy; three really nice, nick-free DFSs.

Conclusion:
I really like this razor. The Envoy a well-crafted and attractive razor. The weight wasn't a negative factor for me. The blade-feel could be a positive or negative, based on preference. My first shave was less smooth due to the blade feel, but I adjusted on the next two and got very smooth shaves. That said, I do have other very efficient razors that are a bit smoother. 
I'll give it a go with the Ambassador before I comment on whether I'd purchase the Envoy myself. 

Thanks the organizers for giving me the opportunity to review the Envoy! I'll give the razor a clean and plan to ship it out to slantman  tomorrow morning.
Merry Christmas, happy holidays, and a happy new year to all!

I’ve used the Envoy for a couple weeks now, and I remain as impressed by its performance, as by its appearance when I opened the box.

First couple times out, a couple weepahs, but none since.

I absolutely love the heft, and the grip. Very unique, and not as gritty while using it as I might have expected.

The shaves are smooth, and the cutting angle, while seemingly a bit narrow to me, is relatively easy to find with practice.

I’ve only used the mild Gillette 7 O’Clock Yellow blade so far, but, three passes and a wee bit o buff, and we’re BBS. I actually enjoy buffing, as it extends the shave, and the enjoyment from a great razor.

The Envoy has the roundest head in my stable, and I worried about how well it would do under the nose.

In my experience so far, it does as well as any more square-headed razor I own, and leaves a nice clean result in that spot.

I’m usually not crazy about unpolished razors, but I must say, the finish on the Envoy looks super, and as others have noted, the etched logo and serial number are classy and cool.

I think the Envoy is one of those razors that should look the way it does. Beefy, and all businesslike.

Thanks Matt; good job!

This is a very nice addition to my collection.

Happy to hear that you guys are liking the shaves and finish!

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This razor shipped by Zen Shaver is out for delivery so I will start tomorrow morning on my short journey. I am really looking forward to it. Thanks to Matt for making it available to forum members.