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Re: I finally succumbed!
« Reply #15 on: November 25, 2013, 01:27:02 PM »
At least you can say you gave it a chance.  I tried one, but didn't like it and never really gave it a chance.  I know that there are a lot of guys who love them... it just goes to show that different things work for different people.  (I'm glad we have choices). 

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Re: I finally succumbed!
« Reply #16 on: November 25, 2013, 01:47:13 PM »
Even with the Headslick, I recommend using a shaving brush.
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Re: I finally succumbed!
« Reply #17 on: November 26, 2013, 11:29:23 AM »
Well I changed blade today on it and again really smooth but it's gonna be too expensive to change a blade every two or three shaves!

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Re: I finally succumbed!
« Reply #18 on: November 26, 2013, 12:58:40 PM »
Slyest,

The beard looks good in the new avatar... did you do something different?

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Re: I finally succumbed!
« Reply #19 on: November 26, 2013, 02:15:15 PM »
I used the HeadBlade for about two weeks before finally giving up and going back to my Fusion. I just couldn't get as smooth a shave with it.

My wife's family was here on Sunday, and her nephew saw the Sport in my medicine cabinet. He thought I was pretty cool to have a Hot Wheels car for a razor.
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Re: I finally succumbed!
« Reply #20 on: November 26, 2013, 02:45:32 PM »


It's probably a bit longer than normal. I changed how I trim it  :)

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Re: I finally succumbed!
« Reply #21 on: November 26, 2013, 04:44:39 PM »
Headblade pro tip:
Re-lather between passes, easiest way to accomplish this without using extra headslick is to use a shave brush.
My ATX routine:
1. Front to back (as many strokes as it takes to clear most of the headslick).
re-apply headslick.
2. Back to front.
re-apply headslick.
3. Across the grain.
4. Check for missed spots (mine are typically behind my ears and near my crown).
If there are any missed spots re-apply headslick, if not rinse off and move on.
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« Reply #22 on: November 26, 2013, 05:22:17 PM »
Thanks for the tips. As I say the first time I used the blade great. Second shave onwards not as good

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Re: I finally succumbed!
« Reply #23 on: November 26, 2013, 05:27:35 PM »
I'm just trying out the ATX.  I've been a SPORT fan for as long as I've been shaving. Hesitant to make the switch, but thought I'd give it a try.  The 'blade in the back' does have some advantages especially around the ears and nooks and crannies.

I've not used it long enough to comment on the life of blades, but the learning curve between Sport and ATX does not seem to be great. 

Going OK so far. 



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Re: I finally succumbed!
« Reply #24 on: November 26, 2013, 06:56:21 PM »
I wasn't a big believer in replacing the adapter but putting a fresh adapter on does have an effect on the quality of the shave.
Unclogging tips:
If you're shaving at the sink hold it by the wheels and rinse the blades with the hottest water your faucet has.
If you're shaving in the shower use the shower stream by facing the ATX away from the shower head (basically water goes in the back to push hair and headslick or shaving cream out the front).
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Re: I finally succumbed!
« Reply #25 on: December 16, 2013, 03:40:18 PM »
well I offically gave up with it today. I was at the gym and shaving my head and it just felt like I wasn't getting the result I wanted, even with a new blade. Carried on with a Hydro 5 and smoothness was back. I've given it a shot but found I was still hydro'ing and I find the hydro more comfortable to shave with. I do like Headslick tho and will continue with that

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Re: I finally succumbed!
« Reply #26 on: December 20, 2013, 11:44:43 AM »
A friend of mine's wife just gave me one for Christmas.  :)

I have had mixed results with the HB - I like the design but the results are not ideal for me. It's challenging (and a bit frustrating) to not get a nice smooth dome with a brand new blade and it takes me longer as well.

Their lotions and HeadSlick are really great though.