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Which Adjustable Should I Get?

I really appreciate all the input guys! Initially I thought I might get a few responses to base my decision on. Then they started flooding in and I was afraid I might have inadvertantly opened up a can of worms and started an giant argument haha!

So my thoughts now are that going with the Rockwell 6C will hopefully get me those consistent shaves, but with the ability to up the aggressiveness a step at a time.

I also asked previously about vintage razors in my journal. Don’t worry, I’m still stalking a few of those as well lol. Eventually some of the suggestions will also make it to the den. But we won’t go in to that here lol.
 
I would recommend the Parker Variant. And I do use multiple settings. My favorite setting is 3. But sometimes I dial it all the way up. And when my back of the neck needs a trim between haircuts I will use it at a 1 setting. I love Variant.
 
Cvargo said:
I would recommend the Parker Variant. And I do use multiple settings. My favorite setting is 3. But sometimes I dial it all the way up. And when my back of the neck needs a trim between haircuts I will use it at a 1 setting. I love Variant.
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The Variant was definitely a top contender for me. Just the look of it was scoring points with me. I guess I could always get both? I’m sure I wouldn’t get any arguments from anyone here if I did that!<br/>
 
SteveChuckFrank said:
The Variant was definitely a top contender for me. Just the look of it was scoring points with me. I guess I could always get both? I’m sure I wouldn’t get any arguments from anyone here if I did that!
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Buying both is always the most correct answer!
 
SteveChuckFrank said:
I really appreciate all the input guys! Initially I thought I might get a few responses to base my decision on. Then they started flooding in and I was afraid I might have inadvertantly opened up a can of worms and started an giant argument haha!

So my thoughts now are that going with the Rockwell 6C will hopefully get me those consistent shaves, but with the ability to up the aggressiveness a step at a time.

I also asked previously about vintage razors in my journal. Don’t worry, I’m still stalking a few of those as well lol. Eventually some of the suggestions will also make it to the den. But we won’t go in to that here lol.
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Most of us have known each other for a long time so it is all good.
 
Either the 6c or the Variant would be excellent choices on their own. Both can be had for about the price of a 6s or a Karve
 
Once again, I am late to the discussion, however my vote is for the Progress. I like the Progress and Variant razors and see them as too close to call. The Variant has good knurling on the handle, a metal adjustment knob, different colors, and a long handle, however the top cap is a little bigger than the Progress. The Progress has history going with it and is a better shaver. If you are looking for a better designed and nicer looking razor, the Variant gets the call. If you are looking for a better shaver, it is the Progress.

Having said that, I just took delivery of a PAA Ascension and the first shave was a learning experience, but it showed potential to be a great shaver. It does not go through the full range of an adjustable, but will take you about 1 - 1.5 of an adjustment on an adjustable. I do not like the changing base plate designs because I like to adjust my razor between passes and the Progress and Variant has the ability to do not just that, but a continuous variability (unlike the vintage Gillettes). I can go 1.25 or 3.5 as a setting if I feel like it.

The Ascension is more like a very sophisticated rubber donut hack adjustable razor, but it is very efficient when using the small range of settings properly.
 
Thanks for all the input everyone, it’s greatly appreciated!

If anyone is still keeping score and hanging on the edge of their seat...............….................................................................I ordered a Rockwell 6C today!
 
SteveChuckFrank said:
Thanks for all the input everyone, it’s greatly appreciated!

If anyone is still keeping score and hanging on the edge of their seat...............….................................................................I ordered a Rockwell 6C today!
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Great! Hope you enjoy; looking forward to the reports!
 
Congratulations on a fine razor set! I hope you enjoy it!
Now of you ever want an adjustable. .......????
 
Can't believe you bought one of those pieces of junk. It's not even an adjustable.............J/K, looking forward to your thoughts. Should be perfect for you.
 
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