Tedalus Velocity One Wet Shave Review: $1000 Formula 1 Inspired Safety Razor IS IT WORTH IT?!

[@brianh2287]

How can you hate on the guy for creating a piece of art? That's what this is, it is art that is functional and shaves. Even though I'm not buying it, I can definitely appreciate it. I think my Konsul and Ambassador razors are also a work of art. I personally want to see more companies like RazoRock that offer high quality precision razors in premium materials at a price for everyone. However, RazoRock might be unique and have that market already.

[@mattsmartialartsmadness5285]

Matt, I’m with you 100%. It’s commendable that this guy had a vision and saw it through. I’m a guy who doesn’t own any razor more expensive than $50 USD. But I’m not a mega wealthy guy who can afford the “top of the line” things. My little Gillette Silver Tip is my go to, and I have seen some of these collector who spend $10,000 on shaving supplies in a year or two. So for those collectors that have that sort of disposable income, this will be a great piece for them. It’s silly to hate something just because you can’t afford it. 🤣

[@Tmanaz480]

In the world of fountain pens, there are lots of $1000+ pens. The Razor community is just catching up.

[@nicong6448]

Totally agreed 👍🏼👍🏼

[@AverageReviewsYT]

I love my cheap fountain pens lol.

[@66racer]

Yup, just don't bring up watches lol

[@tedalus]

Thank you very much for making this review and sharing your thoughts about the Velocity-ONE. I'm delighted to see that you like our razor.

[@RazorEmporium]

My pleasure! You created a masterpiece and I am proud to own it! Never apologize for a vision fully realized.

[@billm.2677]

Beautiful piece Manuel. New Years Greetings!

[@butch755]

If I was a cartridge shaver, I'd think that you guys are insane. As a DE shaver and collector I am scrambling for the words and thoughts to justify the purchase of the Tedalus Velocity. Your video has gotten me a few steps closer to making the leap. Thanks! Ta'hell with the nay-sayers and negative opinions. Stroke that collection!

[@RazorEmporium]

Thanks for sharing!

[@robertross8565]

I have a background in Marketing and you are bang on. While I would never spend that much on a razor, I can see why people would want to be in that exclusive club. I bet that razor doubles in value in less than 10 years, provided the creator keeps his promise and limits production to 100 units. Display it with pride; look at it every day and smile. You're a lucky man to be able to afford such a gorgeous work of art.

[@mwm302]

I'm sure every one of the 100 razors are already long sold

[@MathieuDeVinois]

Sometimes people want to have something beautiful even for the ordinary day things. I buy an insanely expensive toothpaste of wich I didn’t even liked the taste first just because the tube looks beautiful. I thought I’ll just reuse the tube and fill it up with a normal toothpaste. Well after using one tube I love the taste now but hate the taste of normal ones XD as the bathroom is maybe the first place one uses in the morning why not let it look nice with beautiful tools :) I finally found a toothbrush what looks kinda nice. Not perfect. But still better than the other plastic things. Now I only need to hide my mouth wash. XD

[@Gan1medes]

Until the Chinese make an identical replica for less than $50 😅

[@kyuubibarbellclub4979]

First I view it critically but then I got over myself to spend the money and was really pleasantly surprised. Sublime in all situations and the shave is just insanely good.

[@Shaverboy516]

I’m glad you decided to keep the razor Matt, it’s and amazing razor down to the presentation. This razor will gain value no doubt.

[@stevem1563]

I am using my Raw RS-18 this week and the packaging is second to none for any razor ever made. Don’t forget Carbon and their Damascus razors. They go for over $1k. I do not know what an engraved Shield razor goes for, but I am sure it isn’t cheap. I’m with you in that it is nice to see high quality products and it is up to the individual to decide whether they are willing to pay for it. No hate, just respect. Happy New Year.

[@sampson2269]

Great video, I think you nailed it. I own many knives that are over $500 and some of them have never been used. I just love their beauty and craftsmanship. Same goes for a razor like this. You may never use it, but you will always enjoy the beauty of it and respect what it took to make it.

[@yanikem6655]

Great review, Matt! Thanks for investing in it and sharing with us. Price is all about the value that something brings to someone - as I say whenever someone criticises the Ambassador’s price; people will pay $1,000 for an iPhone and it’ll be redundant in a few years…these razors are beautifully crafted to last many, many lifetimes.

[@Argy_V]

We do have one lifetime though right? 😂 Still, this razor looks amazing

[@yanikem6655]

@@Argy_V so you wouldn’t leave your house to your kids then? Your car will still be in the same condition in 50 years? $1,000 on one man’s daily shaver over his lifetime plus that again of his son’s/nephews lifetime and their son’s lifetime etc is nothing.

[@kaireeves1210]

yeah . If the razor can do iphone does lol.

[@desertpatient]

Haters always hate. They hate Apple and they hate Ryobi...we need to always remember what Elon Musk stated in his interview a month or so back. You did a fantastic job of your presentation in the video. I do hope you keep it for your collection. My wife and I have a 1965 Mustang (air condition, disc front breaks, and a push button AM radio, 289 in Poppy Red) which we bought new which only has 80,000 miles. It is our Tedious razor. It is only little people that cannot understand that concept. They see a big house on a hill and demand it be torn down out of jealously. But there are the few that see the big house on the hill and believe they can also achieve such. Again, great presentation

[@towboattrell]

Wow 🤩. A rex butterfly?? Can’t wait to see that! Hopefully we hear more as you develop it. Cheers.

[@slimbrady6691]

He showed a bit of it in a live stream a few months ago. It wasn't the actual razor, just like a model of it.

[@brianboeglin8823]

Value is relative. Collectors that can afford it will buy it. If it gets a cult following like the RS-10 or BBS-1, it’ll be a great piece in a collection. If you wouldn’t pay that much for a razor, don’t buy it. I’m sure they’ll all eventually sell. Thanks for another great review, Matt!

[@judybonime8427]

Great review. Great Rant. I prefer lighter weight razors, so I am looking forward to the Tedalus Aluminum version! You are right about those of us who have 20 brushes, and 50 soaps/aftershaves...and complain about a unique high priced item. You buy something like this, because you can. Thanks for posting this review.

[@slisyd]

only 20 brushes and only 50 soaps? lol woops i may have issues lol

[@RazorEmporium]

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[@justinremple7986]

It made my coffee for me too!!!!😂🤣😂 that was Great!!👍 thank you for purchasing this and giving a review… your reviews are highly regarded and much appreciated and it’s great that you include your insights the way that you do into the actual cost for productions

[@johnjanzen5856]

Wow, that was interesting! You made an excellent case for it. I won’t be a customer, but I will be an admirer.

[@RazorEmporium]

I appreciate that!

[@DrRonP]

Matt, RESPECT, for making this video. I have a variety of razors in my collection, costs ranging from less than $100 to more than $400. Do I need a $400 razor to get a great shave? No more than I need a luxury watch to tell the time (but I wear one)! We all have a different price point we won’t go above and should respect each others perspectives. It’s an absolutely gorgeous razor! I’m not itching to buy one, but congratulations anyone who does on their purchase. Enjoy!

[@thebreakdown706]

Yeah, a lot will yell about the price, but the truth is everyday someone is buying what someone else has envisioned, developed, and invested their capital into. So i understand the asking price. And i understand why Matt picked it up. I see that Razor like the thousand dollar suite in the closet. The material, craftsmanship is what its all about, and man does it feel awesome when you put it on.

[@45thParallels-fn4cd]

Great rant. Great to hear from the perspective of someone who makes razors and knows what goes into it.

[@danilobernaschina1842]

Wowwwwww you did it. The Swiss razor. I mean The Razor. The Tedalus Shavette is also an excellent piece🇨🇭🇨🇭🇨🇭🇨🇭🌟. This is The Formula 1 🔝 razor, and the price... It's a F1 price!

[@artmcteagle]

Kudos! Manuel's artistic vision has resulted in an aesthetically pleasing and functional tool, which will give it's owners a lot of pleasure over the years. Well worth it. I enjoyed the video, thanks Matt.

[@RHDaveShaves]

Great vid, Matt! Totally agree. Wouldn't spend that much on one razor personally, but certainly no judgment on anyone who would. Plus, it's a beautiful piece of machinery! All the best for a HNY!

[@alspencer2794]

When you look at it, he has simply provided the wet shaver with a high end option. Well done!

[@m2shaves]

Nice review Matt. What fantastic presentation for the razor and the finish looked flawless. I admit I thought the price was crazy for this razor but you’re right, this is a collector’s item that you take out once in a while. Excellent analogy.

[@johnnicpon5783]

For those who hate on the razor, thats on them. Looks like a beautiful product. Would I spend the money? I don't know. Difficult to justify. But as you point out, it is a special item. Thank you for this vid!

[@sean0074]

Another great review 👏to the haters you don't want to spend/buy high end razors. DON'T

[@whoaskedforthis]

a giddy show and tell!

[@robertcochran7103]

I am completely wowed by the Tedalus product! I agree with you, I deeply respect the maker of the product. I am awed by the razor. Thank you, Matt, for bringing it to our attention. I do agree with all that you say.

[@RazorEmporium]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Latherhog]

I for one, quite enjoyed this soap box rant :) Really enjoyed your take on the razor Matt, as well as the added insight you provided as a razor maker yourself!

[@RazorEmporium]

Thank you kindly!

[@CocoboloCowboy]

Some people have to the best of everything, and do not have to have the best. Those people do not say what does it cost, they say I want it. Very cool Razor, it’s fine Car. Bagatti is maybe the finest Car. If nothing else Matt you have something very unique One of One Hundred.👍

[@zekehall]

Simply a beautifully executed product, well packaged and presented, and exquisite in every facet. $1,000? Totally checks all the boxes for a product at that price point. Is it for me? No. But I was never the target market, either. Very best of luck to Tedalus selling these units quickly so he can work his magic on another project - an injector, perhaps??

[@WallyPankowski-wd8gb]

Matt, this was a very fair and informative review. The razor is beautiful and yes, expensive. But price is very subjective. I started with purchasing a $50.00 razor and thought that was the end of it. Now, I am purchasing a $400.00 razor and not thinking twice about the investment. I am sure he will sell these out and once they are gone and the prices on all the other razors on the market, for this quality, are even more expensive, we will all say "we should have bought it back when it was cheap". Happy New Year all.

[@RazorEmporium]

Exactly 💯

[@tsianosantonios21]

Agree period

[@thewellgroomeddad]

Now I want one. You've gassed me up!

[@vintage_head_shaver]

Great review! I said over in discord that this wouldn’t be a razor the every day guy will get, but for the high end collector this is will be a great addition to their collection. I also appreciate the added insight into material cost, speaking of which you should look at the presentation of Lamba razors, I have the Lambda Athena and it’s the best presentation in modern shaving in my opinion.

[@grahamconnor8985]

I am solidly in support of the Lambda razors, both the Ares v.2 and the Athena. Wonderful to behold and wonderful to use. Very highly recommended!!

[@Juraberg]

A great introduction to this safety razor. I agree with every word you say here. 👍🏼

[@coonepaul]

My dad always said the hate comes from those who can’t afford….if $1K was disposable and didn’t even register on the bank balance I bet you hands down everyone would buy one no questions. If I could I would, I can’t, so I’ll just admire from a distance but I’ll never hate on it. Enjoy the razor and I hope it brings you many more moments of joy Matt.

[@jmproductions7041]

Hate it or love it this razor is art! An indulgence for the creator and the buyers. I bet it shaves like a dream

[@Cheekeemunkey]

It does. So smooth. Might have cured my RAD.

[@FelixFenixforever]

Gillette new open comb long tape excellent 💯

[@gomezokpala7956]

Awesome video Matt.👍🏾😊 . When I saw this razor online some weeks back, I kept saying WOW! so many times, and went through all that was written about it, and one phrase popped up: 'Timeless Perfection'. Your review of this awesome razor confirms my gut feeling towards this razor. As a piece of Art, it's worth its price tag; and with the added excellence in function as a shaving tool, it's a fulfilling investment for those who know, appreciate and enjoy the fulfillment that comes from using quality. I love it, and shall add it to my collection alongside the very solid razors I now enjoy so much (Rockwell, Envoy, Edwin Jagger 316). Thanks for your candid review of this phenomenal work of excellent art, form and function.❤👍🏾

[@aaronz3073]

I think it’s an incredible, looking razor and I’m excited to see processes like this happening. It is nice to see when someone takes an idea and is able to take take that idea and put it into action.

[@jeffdowns2146]

Great review Matt. Thanks for sharing. The razor is way out of my budget, but i can appreciate it just the same. I look forward to more of your videos.

[@felipevr83]

That's a trophy razor for sure. Luxury items like this is more for status, been part of a small group, not because is the best shave that you'll ever get. Looks beautiful

[@SabahHamad-b4b]

Thanks for this honest professional review. As a collector of various precious objects such as fountain pens, rare men hats etc, I think this is a great razor very high quality made in Switzerland and it is going to be a rare item. Worth the money and I hope I can get one.

[@xchalibur77]

Very well done Matt, honesty is why I watch your videos. And for me Oneblade Genesis is the top of the line razor that I barely use but I like to admire it.

[@pipebliss]

Thanks for the review, Matt. Quite an interesting razor and amazing packaging/presentation. The rolex style medallion is a nice touch. Kudos to the creator for following his passion and vision.

[@1111rmf]

I respect it. Good for him.

[@mattfox8436]

Beautiful razor and I love the point of soap acquisition vs the razor!

[@chrisspertos9784]

I bought almost all the high end razors in the world and after all the smoke clears I would say my cheap under 50 dollar razors are just as smooth and comfortable. For me the Merkur 37c and the Razorock Sloc are very good shavers.

[@66racer]

110%, this is not just a razor, it is art and he can charge whatever he wants. The market will decide the value, and seems to have said it is worth the asking price. Just look at the cost of watches or other luxury goods. This is a luxury item from a designer who wanted his idea made into reality.

[@billm.2677]

Great review, great talk. I bought an Essence by Tedalus exactly 6 minutes after they were on the market. It is the world’s most elite and unique replaceable blade straight. Manuel is meticulous in his design and presentation. I would encourage anyone who is able to buy and wants a unique and luxurious shave piece to just pay the price. When I was in the horse world, good clean fresh hay was $4 per bale…ENORMOUS discounts and bargains were available to those who WANTED the stuff that had already been through the horse. I’m not buying one, but I could.

[@Cheekeemunkey]

I absolutely love mine. Its a fantastic shave. Stunning to look at. Im just super pleased. I sometimes go and just stare at it.

[@motorockstar8379]

It’s sexy and I’m a collector-getting one for sure. Thanks Matt.

[@thescentslessshaver8600]

Oooooooh, #IFeelSeen by that 20 soaps and 50 splashes mention! 😂😂😂😜

[@philwillis8604]

Great review. Thank You Matt for buying that awesome razor and sharing it. Happy New Year.

[@RazorEmporium]

Happy new year!

[@matthintz9468]

I know someone who purchased the Tedalus Essence, the 435 dollar shavette, which was also made in limited quantities. He told me it's the best shavette he's ever used.

[@bf0082001]

Great vid! Of course it’s a ridiculous razor - but gloriously so! I can’t afford one and I’m sure I wouldn’t if I could. But its existence in the world is delightful.

[@sefertonshaves]

I agree with your stance on this product. It is a great looking razor, it is the cost that makes it prohibitive for me, there is no way I can convince the wife it is a good investment with the amount of razors I currently have. If I only had one or two razors I may be able to get the ok stating it is an only need one forever sort of thing.

[@tompvic]

I wanted to be outraged by that iPhone 15 Pro priced razor. But your description of the design and production convinced me not to be mad, but appreciate great craftsmanship. Now when I win the lottery I will definitely buy the Rex!

[@aaronrogerson604]

Fair and well articulated Matt. I've said this before about other products: It's not for me, but I'm glad it exists. Happy New Year!

[@Cujo505420]

You are right. I added everything up and it costed me like about 1.087 or something around there

[@johngoard8272]

Nice thing to have Matt but I cannot help to think what the BOSS said about you buying this razor LOL!! Now as for the blade mate my go to blade is the Feather blade in my go to Feather AS-D2 and I find that not much else comes even close to either.

[@josephsanzone1021]

Happy New to you and yours and to all your employees. I don't understand why people get upset about expensive razors or anything for that matter. If you can afford it good on you, if not it gives you something to strive for. Be happy for others instead of being jealous or resentful. Well thats my $0.02. Have a great new year take care, Peace. P.S. I really like your t- shirt hint-hint. 😊

[@RobertNES816]

The day you come out with a REX Butterfly razor is the day I officially buy a REX product! I'll start saving up now.

[@chewbacca7856]

Beautiful razor. Definitely a collector item.

[@larsnachhaltigkeitimalltag3013]

I own a Rocnel Sailor wich is in the same price range. These are razors of the luxury class, like a Rolls Royce is a luxury car or a swiss made watch like Rolex or Omega is a luxurious way to tell the time. There is nothing wrong with luxury, it gives you a good feeling beyond the task. One has to decide if the price is personally worth it or not.

[@shavingfox7914]

To be honest if I had a £1,000 laying around doing nothing I would probably buy it. It’s a beautiful razor and a fantastic show piece, I would love one. Oh well dream on 😂 at 65 I can’t see me getting one 😂 Keep up the great work guy’s. Waiting for my1977 to arrive from slick boys in the uk. Plus the splash when he gets it back in stock Atb Paul

[@RazorEmporium]

Well said!

[@klav5930]

Awesome review Matt! Good on you for the purchase and sharing with us! Most of us probably will never acquire this, but at least we have this video! Lol

[@RazorEmporium]

Thanks for watching!

[@jasonsmithgooner]

I'm one of the lucky people to own a raw RS-10 if you can afford this new razor then go for it. Only gonna go up in value like the Raw has

[@alanh8101]

I agree pretty much everything Matt Covered here it’s spot on!! Now last part would it be a collectors item?? Not sure maybe?? Maybe not 🤷‍♂️ One thing to mention under the cap could be finished better!!! But again that’s my take!! Cheers Alan H

[@MichaelAlderton]

The price is absurd and outrageous but the detail is really good good review 👍

[@romrez4130]

I’ve definitely spent over 1k on shaving products! I’m going to challenge myself not to buy anything shaving products till my birthday (October). And if this razor is till around, I’m going to order it!

[@davidrutherford7367]

Thank you. I was curious about the shave sticks.

[@sean_before8807]

In the grand scheme of things 1000 bucks is just 4 trips to the grocery store these days.

[@RazorEmporium]

💯

[@The_One_BABA]

💯

[@alexmills3119]

I spoke it Manuel. There will be more than one hundred made. It's not a limited edition. They have started producing the next bulk of them and they will be ready April/May.

[@RazorEmporium]

cool thx

[@djchubbsShaving]

Stunning Razor !!!! If I had the money I would buy one !!!!

[@planofman8599]

When I first saw pictures of this razor, I immediately thought that it would be acousticly 'interesting,' compared to other razors. I'm glad to see from your reaction that this was indeed the case. I think it's worth the $1,000, though my wife is saying "NO." Lol

[@christopherwilliams3837]

That is a good looking razor. As much as I hate to say it, it is more sexy than the envoy. If I had the spare scratch right now I would definitely buy one.

[@ivanbudruev8820]

The price is easy to understand. Marketing a product as the best price to performance is extremely tough for a company, marketing a niche premium collectors product is a lot easier and the price reflects that. It is a razor for people who are ready to spend a lot of money to get exactly what they want. I am not one of them. Ultimately a product like this is more of an investment in company and if the demand is high enough a more competitively priced razor could be made in the future. Always respect people who try to make something new, i know it is a tough job.

[@motorockstar8379]

I bought the damn thing yesterday 😩I couldn’t help it!!!

[@kevinwine1985]

Here’s my opinion, it’s a beautiful razor, and I feel like if you go out and do an honest days work, you should be able to get something you want.

[@mikeh9701]

Hi Matt- Great, informative video; thank you! A very Happy New Year and all the best in 2024!

[@davidbundrick9893]

Great review. I could once have imagined owning such a razor, but now I don't have enough years left to amortize the cost. Fortunately, I have my Muhle R41, the one that rules them all;.

[@nickkambitis5340]

You forgot Wolfman. They make a polished razor that’s close.

[@boodles07]

Love your reviews Matt! Keep it up..

[@DesertShaveDen]

My wife would leave me if I spent a grand on a razor.

[@darrengray1849]

Looks nice. But, I’ll keep my Konsul XL. Enough people think I lost my marbles for buying that.

[@onepassben]

You got hate posting this in a utilitarian group? Get outta here.. ahahaha great review, I totally understand what you mean by guys who just do what they want without concern for how much they'll sell. Looking forward to checking out that razor in store, I definitely think you should keep it for the guys who want to check it out when they come to the store

[@AlitaAvenger]

Thanks for the video! Best wishes for 2024🙏🍀✨

[@JMac.]

Great unbiased review Matt! I’ve long been a fan of Tedalus, I have the essence and absolutely love it. The velocity one is way outside my price range, and it likely doesn’t shave any better than my other high end razors, but I’ll be darned if I don’t want one lol, it would look killer sitting beside the Essence in my den. Have a great weekend bud!

[@RazorEmporium]

🙏 thx

[@JMac.]

@@RazorEmporium you’re welcome!

[@daviddixon2209]

As a man who rides a $7,000 bicycle I have to say, this is crazy. That's okay because I'm crazy and, if I wasn't bike poor at the moment, I'd buy one.

[@InspirationalLiving]

Great video as always! Just wanted to let you know that Manuel the creator of this razor told me that they are not limited to 100. He does not know where that rumor started.

[@RazorEmporium]

thank you - we shall see just how many are made. I doubt much more than 100 :)

[@InspirationalLiving]

You are welcome! Just so you know I own two of your KONSUL XL razors. One regular and one polished! I loved the first one so much I bought a second one as a spare :) This is a directly of what Manuel emailed me : "However, it is not a limited edition of only 100 razors. I constantly try to correct this as someone started saying they are limited to 100 razors, which is not true at all. We just made 100 razors in our initial run. We will make a new production run when the initial 100 are sold out". ..@@RazorEmporium

[@anoldslowhorse]

Thanks for a honest review, it looks great, so does my Rex Konsul....

[@rbkawabe]

This is the analogue to buying a Luxury Swiss Watch.

You have to tell us more about your butterfly design work! If you'll spend that much on a razor to review and show in your store... maybe you could give us your opinion on Rocnel? I love butterfly razors. I bought the Rockwell T2SS a year ago, but think the head is too big, so I'm probably going to sell it (If anyone's interested? I polished the wings). I love my Konsul XL (on it's lowest setting, it's my daily driver, but sometimes use a gillette 109 or a straight) as I prefer mild razors (even after more than a decade of DE wet shaving). I prefer the head to be similar size to the width of the blade, it's more controllable, doesn't take off extra shave soap, etc... also doesn't have a big bulge, so you can get under your nose. I love your videos, and often agree, no exception here. Owning a construction company, I root on the risk takers going out and doing something! Beautiful razor.

[@user9b2]

Make the next batch out of titanium or platinum 😮 👍👍

[@starplyr88]

I look at it like this if you want a car that can beat a Ferrari, a hatchback Honda Civic with probably 50k poured into it will do it. But it doesn't look like a Ferrari, doesn't drive like a Ferrari, and it's not a Ferrari. Same thing with razors. I have 300+ I don't use more than 30 of em. I haven't purchased one of these yet, but maybe in due time.

[@TheKyburch]

This razor is on par with a Rolex watch. You buy a Rolex for the craftsmanship and aesthetics. You can buy a cheap Timex quartz digital watch that will keep time better than a manual Rolex, but which would you rather have? Think the price is high now? You’re going to be blown away in 10 years. And for the hater’s, what do you care how someone else spends their money? I’m sure anyone can look at what others buy and say they are stupid for spending their money on that.

[@BrandonIslander]

Matt I'm very happy to say I get near bbs shaves with Rex Supply razors at a third of the cost. Thank you!

[@RazorEmporium]

Right on!

[@eggmaneggman9966]

The razor is not absurd. People buying it is absurd.

[@leehaseley2164]

Very well said!

[@greysuit17]

Nah, you’re just complaining because you can’t afford it.

[@eggmaneggman9966]

@@greysuit17 🤣 I retired at age 54. I can buy them all. 😉

[@greysuit17]

@@eggmaneggman9966 uh huh sure

[@G43xmos]

@@eggmaneggman9966I’m 54 and retired as well, but not your kind of retired. I can afford that razor, but wifey would kill me!