Finished up my third shave with the Salient. In today’s shave I adjusted my technique for the ATG pass with an emphasis towards the safety bar and holding the razor further towards the base of the handle. I believe the combination helped maintain a more consistent angle and delivered improved results. The only area that still requires work is ATG in the mustache region. Although each shave I am getting closer to desired outcomes in that area, I did pick up two small weepers on the right hand mustache area today, as I was really going for it, experimenting with adjusted angles and approach. I feel confident that shave 4 or 5 will have that dialed in. The only other item of note is a hint of lasting feedback on the jawline and edge of the neckline. I suspect much of that is due to the fact that I did revisit both areas for a few touchups, without re-lathering.
I am planning one more shave and then a side by side with the Blackbird. For those that have shaved with both there are some obvious differences, but I still think it would be an interesting comparison. Once finished I will post a more complete and detailed writeup with my thoughts on the razor.
But as a preview:
I don’t have any history or experience with the Paradigm brand or razors. I simply wasn’t as active in this pursuit during its time of prominence. But I have to say this razor seems to fulfill the idea of smooth and effective. It is fairly rare that a single plate/gap razor designed for a broader audience is an effective shaver for my demanding beard profile. When you put together the Salient’s performance, fit and finish, and price point, I find this to be a compelling razor. I have a feeling the Salient will be finding its way into my razor collection.
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