Blackland Razors Blackbird Ti

Blackland Razors (https://www.blacklandrazors.com/) is a Bay Area based razor maker that was established in 2015. The company believes in blurring the line between art and function. The Blackbird is Blackland Razor’s flagship razor, whose design was inspired by the legendary SR-71 "Blackbird" aircraft. While the Blackbird is currently offered in both stainless and brass metals, on November 14, 2020 at 10AM PT, the Blackbird will also be offered in titanium. This Ti version will be offered first in machined finish, with a polished version to follow. The razor will cost USD $300. The Ti version of the Blackbird is a safety bar version, made of Grade 5 titanium, the most commonly used titanium alloy. Grade 5 is known for its high strength at a light weight, useful formability and high corrosion resistance. If it is good enough to be used in aerospace industry applications, it’s good enough to use in a razor. Having the same geometry as the stainless Blackbird, with a 85mm handle and the assembly weighing 54g as opposed to the stainless which weighs in at 94g. The machined finish on the razor provides an industrial look, although the tolerances are tight and there is no flaw with blade seating or clamping function when tightened. The Blackbird Ti, like other versions of the Blackbird is an aggressive, efficient shaver. The blade is exposed to a point where it offers a wonderful audible feedback and also enough blade feel to keep you focused on the task at hand. With the lighter weight titanium, I have found this razor to maneuver very well. I have had a lot of irritation free, comfortable shaves on both my face and my head with this variant of the Blackbird. The Blackbird Ti offers me the ability to complete a single pass dome shave, which I prefer. Because of the efficiency of the razor, I am able to shave against the grain in a single pass and achieve the comfort and skin smoothness that I desire from a dome shave. The Blackland Blackbird Ti offers a wonderful variation on the already well established Blackbird offering. The geometry and craftsmanship remain stellar, but now in a lighter weight option. If you are a fan of the Blackbird, this razor should be right up your ally. If you are a fan of efficiency and aggressive shaves and are looking for something lighter than stainless steel, the Ti Blackbird deserves a look. Disclosure: All reviews and impressions must state how the product was acquired whether it be free, sponsored, promotional, purchased, or otherwise. Soap - The Club Club Baccara (promotional gift) Brush - Dogwood Handcrafts “Darkness” (purchased) Razor - Blackland Razors Blackbird Ti (promotional gift) Post - The Club Club Baccara (purchased) Get at me here: Email: [email protected] YouTube:    / dendj55   Instagram:   / ruds_shaves   Facebook:   / ruds-shaves   Twitter:   / ruds_shaves   Reddit:   / dendj55   Snapchat: @ruds_shaves ShaveScore Compilation: https://goo.gl/tXv4oW Try That Soap: https://trythatsoap.com/