Yaqi Slant Razor Head...An Aggressive Shave!

Pre: Hot Shower
Soap: Wickham 1912 Scottish Heather
Razor: Yaqi Slant
Blade: Gillette Nacet (1)
Brush: Mervyn Cadman 30mm Synthetic
Post: Alum Block
A/S: Paco Rabanne Pour Homme
Balm: Wickham 1912 Scottish Heather
Yaqi Razors - bit.ly/2Yvdfiu
Cadman Brushes - badgerandbowl.com
Wickham Soaps - w-soap.co.uk
Kevy Shaves on Instagram - / kevyshaves

[@justanroberts1786]

Kevy, I had to watch your last couple of videos with the subtitles on so as not to wake Mrs R up. It's hilarious commentary. It makes watching your videos even more fun! Ended up wakng her up anyway as I was giggling so much. Great shave

[@kenmcbrayer2240]

Great video Kevy. That razor looks right up my alley. Thank you for what you do, and sharing your experiences with us.

[@WSF176]

That razor looks menacing. I can picture two mean eyes on top of it I hope it came with a warning. Glad to see your skin was left intact afterwards.

[@JeroenvKL]

Thanks for taking one for the team :) I have the beast and it has a similar blade exposure. But I must say the razor is pretty solid, very well made no blade chatter like the stainless steel razor they have.

[@odysseusjak]

Great video, Kevy. I have to admit, I was a wee bit nervous for you. When you said it was 'an aggressive shave' I just knew we were in for a blood bath! Thinking back, can you even imagine your first shaves and using a razor like that?!?! You've come a long, long way. Thanks for taking us along with you, my friend. Have a great rest of your weekend! Love to all from us in Oklahoma (where the heats been in the upper 90's low 100's for a couple of weeks now).

[@kevyshaves4109]

Thanks Jack. No, I couldn't imagine shaving with this type of aggression back then. This is a great enjoyable journey and I'm really loving it sharing it with you all. Get some ice down your shirt mate! All the best. Kevy 😀👍

[@jameslebert2770]

That is one scary looking razor, but you maneuvered it like a champ. Great shave Kevy!!

[@plymouthpete5649]

Although this razor is not my style I always enjoy your videos. You have a very engaging personality that shines through. I'm new to DE shaving and I watch many different people on KZbin and I enjoy your content the most!

[@kevyshaves4109]

Hi Pete. That's very kind of you mate. Good to hear new and enjoying this way of shaving. All the best. Kevy 👍

[@Warren.I]

Keep doing shaves like this and they'll be calling you Kevy BRAVES.

[@kevyshaves4109]

😂😂

[@Martiniization]

Quite a thick, creamy-looking lather you produced there, Kevy. Interesting to see you shave with such visible blade-exposure, enough to strike a bit of fear in any wet-shaver's mind. Glad to see that you and your upper lip didn't part company on the 3rd pass. Also, as a 15-year-old, saw the Beatles live in concert in Chicago (the second show of their Chicago stop) on August 12, 1966. Your references to Beatles songs were caught immediately and appreciated. Always appreciate the playful sense of humor, too. Thanks, Kevy.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Thanks Martin. You,saw the Beatles? Me jealous? No, no, no, no, no, no, no...ok...maybe a little bit! Brilliant. Cheers. Kevy 😀👍

[@Akis_101]

That brush is a piece of art!!!

[@T-R.e.x]

I ordered this head Kevy. WIll combine it with the black handle from Yaqi you had sent me. Cheers.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Hey George! Be careful with that head, it's a bit of a monster. Cheers. Kevy 😀👍

[@markwalsh6714]

Fabulous shave Kevy. I’ve ordered mine.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Brilliant! 😂

[@alexdeleon7135]

I own the original Beast. It is amazing with the Treet carbon blade. It is only out of sheer morbid curiosity that I'd like to try this new slant. I would use a shorter handle; which I do with slants. I want to know if this Yaqi is as aggressive as my Windrose true slant. Wickham's is always a wise choice. Darron's balms are certainly next level! Although some nicks were suffered, I think the end result was clean and close. I'd like to see how the Zorrik SP fares in this Yaqi one day. Well done, as always. The song improv was not bad, but should have been bluesy. Enjoy the remainder of the weekend, and pass my regards to Mrs. Kevy, and Riley.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Thanks Alex. I only used that handle so it matched the colour of the head! Cheers. Kevy 😀👍

[@skoulikantera]

Hey thx kevy. Imma order this head looks really cool and efficient

[@lloydpayne6668]

My favourite razor!

[@abefrohman1759]

Excellent shave Kevy have a grand weekend 💈😎👍💈

[@talega1]

Great video! Thx. It almost looked that one pass was good enough to go work......

[@pauledmonds4141]

Wow, that does look like a savage shaving implement, sound like scraping burnt toast. Nice control with it, just shows good technique is paramount. A few dots with the blades exposure is definitely a win.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Cheers Paul. Hopefully catch up soon. Kevy 👍

[@mikerose51]

I’m glad Yaqi started making Safety Razors they look really nice!! 💈😁✌️💈

[@leehaseley2164]

Twisting and Shouting Forever in Strawberry Fields at the end of Penny Lane with a Blackbird overhead? Mad as a hatter, you are sometimes Kevy Shaves! Great shave and maximum entertaining!

[@DE_Razor_Shaving]

That razor has some pretty good feedback. I like that washer idea. 👍🏼👌🏼

[@goldensteeltv8546]

Great shave. Seeing the hair disappear immediately in one swipe was a sign that an aggressive razor can instantly slaughter the hair. I can eat some strawberries from the Strawberry Fields and eat them forever. Have a great day

[@sydneyplatzer1287]

Good job with a tough tool. I like a slant but that one just looks to aggressive for me. Have a great week and good enjoyable shaves

[@terrym1065]

Nicely done Kevy💈💈 I've personally never been fond of aggressive razors, gave mine to my two son's. It's all about the comfort now a days, if it takes another easy pass, so be it😊 I have a Razorock Wunderbar slant, looks scary but shaves exceptionally wonderful👌 Looks can be decieving, the PAA DOC SS is also scary looking but gives beautiful shaves as well. Great video of a close shave👍 Enjoy!

[@steweythecatdog]

Great shave Kevy. The razor is really nice , it looks mean. Paco Rabanne is a great scent. Have a great day from Florida 😊❤️👍

[@WhatSetsMeFree]

That audio feedback brings back a lot of bad memories! For me, that is the sound of destruction! It sounded to me like a lot of blade chatter and tugging! 🤭 But that’s only what I got from my end, only you know what it really sounded and felt like. That sound puts me on edge because when I was first starting out, I had many shaves that sounded just like this! But, it’s because I didn’t know any better! And I’m not saying that you don’t brother, not at all! I’m just speaking for myself! So, when I heard feedback like this & was done shaving, the end result was horrible razor burn, nicks & cuts, do to not knowing that in all reality, it wasn’t even that the shaver was aggressive, but that the razor blade/head combination was off, causing there to be way too much blade chatter from the positive blade exposure & or blade gap. All in all, you did really well for this being your 1st go at this razor! Bravo, It Was Well Executed Kevy! 👏🏼 😉

[@kevyshaves4109]

Cheers Manny. It was a wee bit nerve wracking! Lol 😂

[@nydieselinfl]

Hey Kevy! Good video! Yeah, It's still hot here in Florida, it almost always is. In my part, it's 92 degrees with 90 percent humidity, just praying for some rain. But on a good note, I get to grill up some fantastic food and swim in the pool! Cheers!

[@kevyshaves4109]

Well that's an added bonus. Puts some ribs on the grill for me please. Cheers. Kevy 😀

[@Shaverboy516]

Kevy I backed up when you came close to the camera with that bad boy!

[@kevyshaves4109]

Lol! 😀

[@markdiluciano8432]

Kevy you have become the Singing Barber. Great video

[@kevyshaves4109]

🎶🎵😂

[@chrisrenner4290]

I have a Merkur 37C that I love. The price on the Yaqi I will probably have to give it a try.

[@smokingrazor2435]

That razer looks like jaws great video you have balls ill give that friend

[@jensebu78]

They write "aggressiveness 9/10" on their Australien Website. Looks like it's aggressive 😂

[@joyghosh5655]

Great shave Kevy and I think you should had used a feather blade for a complete bbs

[@Zack-xz1ph]

the exposure on this head is crazy, basically a shavette on a stick

[@Melkbone]

Hey Kevy. 1. Great shave. 2. What is the main benefit of the slant from a regular razor? 3. What is the worst cut you’ve had? Have a great weekend. Only 110 degrees here

[@kevyshaves4109]

Hi. 1. Thanks. 2. It cuts the hair at an angle like a guillotine makingot a little more efficient than a straight bar razor. 3. I shaved with a Rolls razor in a video and cut myself, I still have the scar! Cheers. Kevy 😀👍

[@MarkTWilliams1969]

Cracking shave enjoyed the video, I know what my next perchase will be AliExpress here I come take care have a great weekend 😁👍

[@chrisspertos4849]

Hello Kevy, how is your summer? Have you gone somewhere for holidays? Anyway, I was wondering what is more smoother and more comfortable, the Yaqi beast or the Top aggressive?? Thanks

[@Illuminati089]

How does it compare with the razorock wunderbar or merkur slant? And also great video like always.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Its much more aggressive than those razors. It was too much for me and not very comfortable, I gave it away to a friend who enjoys really aggressive shaves. Cheers. Kevy 👍

[@TheCrash212]

Brave Man your are Kevy. That looks like one aggressive razor. Thanks, but no thanks. I have two slants, a RazoRock German 37 and a Parker Semi-Slant. They are all that I can handle at this point. Have a great and safe weekend.

[@NorthparkCentral]

Hello Kevy I have 2 scars on my chin (got up early in my youth) but this goes too far for me with that open shaving comb, but I take my hat off.

[@TheDaclub]

Thanks Kevy. Can you please do a video with RR GC .84 open comb.

[@kevyshaves4109]

If I had the open comb., I would Carmine. I only own the closed bar .84. Kevy 👍

[@koosk41]

11 minutes, 40 seconds : I genuinely winced and my toes curled!...and that was before the singing! A very brave man. My question would be this...If a brutal thing like that gives a great three pass with touch-up's shave, and a 34c does the same, what am I missing? Is it the absolute necessity to be soooo careful with the slant versus the less careful approach with a less aggressive razor?

[@kevyshaves4109]

You're right Steven. The 34C will do the same job, and probably be a lot comfier. I guess some people will use a razor like this every day to shave and they'll enjoy their shaves. That's why this hobby is so different for everyone. I only used this to review and give you my thoughts on it. It's not a razor I would use very often. Cheers. Kevy 😀👍

[@koosk41]

@@kevyshaves4109 Absolutely, and you're a far braver man than me to use that thing, never mind going against! When you reached your traditionally sensitive bit, I was saying my prayers for you.

[@thesaskshaver]

Great shave Kevy! Looks like Yaqi wants to see how much skin they can remove with that razor. Man it looks mean.

[@kevyshaves4109]

It's a beast of a beast!! 😂😱

[@thesaskshaver]

@@kevyshaves4109 lol.... I prefer my beast of a razor to have no guard at all. Just metal on my face😁

[@kevyshaves4109]

@@thesaskshaver 😝

[@sgrdddyshaves]

Nice shave, man! I know some like aggressive razors because they canmaybe get it all in 2 passes instead of 3. But if a smooth razor gets it in 3 and so does an aggressive razor, like this one today, what's your preference? Stay with the comfort, or go for as close a shave as possible?

[@kevyshaves4109]

You know, as time goes by and I try more razors, I'm leaning more towards a milder razor paired with a sharper/smoother blade. I'm still at the 3 pass, chasing BBS stage! I do still occasionally enjoy using an efficient razor from time to time and I only shave with this razor for the purpose of showing it to viewers. It's not really a razor I would use very often. Cheers. Kevy 👍

[@nishantashar5137]

Hi , what is the use of the plastic washer, is it for protecting the coating

[@kevyshaves4109]

It's a very cheap way to protect the head of the razor getting marked when the handle is screwed on. Cheers. Kevy 👍

[@sefmasina3132]

Could you PLEASE explain to me how in the world did you manage to shave and not get any nicks? Because anytime I shave with this head I get horrible cuts, even after half a year of DE shaving. I am using proraso preshave and shaving cream/soap, still cutting myself. Shark blades. Ofcourse I have a wet shower before shaving. It is BEYOND me how you can shave without any lubricants even against the grain and not get any nicks. Please help a poor soul.

[@kevyshaves4109]

I guess it just takes time to try and get your technique down. That and being very careful! 😂👍

[@The_Spectre.]

I love aggressive razors. I have a heavy beard, so this one looks to be right up my alley. Some folks don't like this type of razor, and that's fine. Shave with what works for you. Thanks for sharing the video, Kevy. Cheers!

[@kevyshaves4109]

I agree with you. This razor won't be for everyone, but if you enjoy aggressive shaves, it will be perfect. Kevy 👍

[@sefmasina3132]

I get horrendous cuts from this head, no matter the blade I use What's the matter? Could it be because of my skin?

[@kevyshaves4109]

Maybe try some different blades in the razor. Kevy 🙂

[@steve0680657]

In your experience what is the "merkur 34c" equivalent of brushes (no preference for synthetic or badger)? As in the one brush you'd take aboad the kevy arc? 🚢

[@kevyshaves4109]

RazoRock Plissoft. 😀👍

[@blackphantom99]

Great shave with the “Twisted Terminator” mate lol. It’s a mean looking beast. Scottish Heather is the national plant isn’t it Kevy? Enjoy the rest of your weekend bud 😉👍

[@kevyshaves4109]

Thanks Will. Heather is the notational plant alongside the thistle. Kevy 👍😀

[@samb7758]

Nice one Kevy, great video and interesting shave, that's one monster of a razor, I'm always seeking a more aggressive shave, would you say this was a better shave than using a fatip or a R41 aggression wise? Keep up the videos, excellent work

[@kevyshaves4109]

Thanks Sam. It's definitely in the same league as the R41. Kevy 😀

[@samb7758]

@@kevyshaves4109 Thanks Kevy, it sounds like a close, slick and efficient shave, I might have to look into ordering one of these.

[@tripleg1686]

How would u compare Wickhams Soaps to the new Ariana & Evans Kaizen as far as I’m concern I can’t seem to find any different.Nice video Cheers.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Wickhams is a vegetal soap and Kaizen isn't. I personally think Kaizen is slicker and has a better pist shave feel. Thats not to say Wickhams doesnt also have those attributes. Cheers. Kevy 😀👍

[@missingpunctuation]

Try shimming the blade with 1-2 blades (trim 1-2mm off each side to remove the cutting edges) on top of the cutting blade to reduce the aggression of the razor. A few people on Badger and Blade have said that took it from intolerable to excellent.

[@tripleg1686]

Did u hear about the new Yaqi Adjustable Razor that kind of looks like the Rex Ambassador its a take off of the Gibbs Adjustable.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Yes. I watched a guy reviewing it in Australia. Interesting...👍

[@blade4vor905]

Nice shave, Kevy! That razor just looks vicious! lol I've gotten to the point where I can get a good shave with just about any DE razor. But, I've also gotten to the point where I don't always want to be on "edge" while I'm shaving all the time. Smooth, comfortable, and efficient is what I look for these days. YMMV, of course! 😉 Cheers! -Rob

[@kevyshaves4109]

Rob, I echo your comment. Smooth, comfortable and efficient is the way to go! Cheers. Kevy 👍

[@Danmandingo]

I wonder how aggressive/efficient is it, compared to the MUHLE R41.

[@kevyshaves4109]

I would say its the same, maybe even a little bit more aggressive than the R41. I gave it away! 😲😀👍

[@borbetomagus]

Yaqi only seems to be offering this razor head on their Alibaba page as the 'SRH030' or 'SRH031' (gun metal), but in mass quantities. It was available on AliExpress (with great reviews), but each now says 'Sorry, this item is no longer available!' I guess if anyone wants one they'll have to wait to see if they're revising it (more aggressive? less aggressive?) or just buy the Yaqi 'SRH013' 'Beast Hybrid' non-slant razor head. It doesn't look as aggressive as an iKon Tech, but hopefully they'll offer a super-aggressive razor head option, as not too many exist, unless you're prepared to spend money for aggressive designs.

[@kevyshaves4109]

It was just the head they sent me to review. Like you, I did see it on their site but I'm not sure why they took it down. I'll try and find out and let everyone know if I hear anything. Cheers. Kevy 😀👍

[@Haramyst]

HELL NOOOO!!! lol - we who remain too chicken to "slant", salute you!!😲🤣

[@gulumamu2472]

What is meaning of aggressive shave

[@kevyshaves4109]

To me, it means a razor watered you can feel the a lot of the razor blade on your skin. Kevy 😃

[@sheshaveswithjill4838]

Nice brush. Seems the razor was nice and aggressive.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Thanks Jill. It was aggressive. Cheers. Kevy 😀

[@Nav_M]

There's aggressive, then there's uncomfortable. I found the Yaqi slant and the Yaqi beast to be very uncomfortable due to the extreme blade chatter! I love my Karve F plate so it's not that I don't like aggressive razors but this was just unpleasant for my skin. The Yaqi scalloped head and the double open comb are both very nice!

[@josheyres4641]

Lovely singing voice Kevy 😂, really enjoy your videos and the reviews you give on the razor's. I'm looking at getting the 3 one 6 Edwin Jagger, do you think it's worth the price? I've got the DE89 already. Much difference in them? Keep up the great work!

[@kevyshaves4109]

Lol 😂 Thanks Josh. Yes the 3ONE6 is an excellent razor and is well worth the money in my opinion. The 3one6 is a little ow efficient and has a little bit more bite than the DE89. Cheers. Kevy 😀👍

[@josheyres4641]

@@kevyshaves4109 cheers for the reply Kevy, just ordered myself the blue handle one 👍 last one in stock!

[@RichardE62]

Kevy I want that brush. Where can i get one?

[@kevyshaves4109]

badgerandbowl.com

[@SILKYSMOOTHSHAVES]

Where do you get the washers and what size are they thx

[@kevyshaves4109]

Search on eBay for plastic washers size M5. Kevy 👍

[@chakshyut]

sir please tell your top slant razors for smooth & comfortable daily shave

[@kevyshaves4109]

Merkur 37c

[@chakshyut]

Kevy Shaves some other honorable mentions

[@kevyshaves4109]

@@chakshyut Razorock Geeman slant, Parker semi slant.

[@chakshyut]

Thanks

[@ArchonSG1]

Was going to scream at you "DON'T DO IT KEVY!!" 😁 Never liked the really aggressive razors, my take is that there's nothing an aggressive can do that one more clean up pass won't.😀 Great shave BTW!

[@johnflynn4923]

Mini machete shave, background music (lyrics by Kevy) Tosca meets the Sound of Music meets John Denver!

[@KevinRoberts1979]

Hi Kevy! Love the videos, still not entirely sure why I keep spending so much time watching a man shave for 30 minutes. Anyway, although I'm not a particularly experienced double edge shaver, I always think that you're over shaving. Surely a razor as aggressive as this can get the job done in two passes? Going to a third pass just seems a bit pointless and risks further nicks. I'm sure you know your face better than I though!

[@kevyshaves4109]

Hi Kevin. Thanks 😀 Two passes with this razor would probably be enough but I'm really picky when it comes to removing every bit of stubble. I know I shouldn't but that's how I roll. Everyone is different. If I was shaving every day, I wouldn't be half as fussy as I am. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment mate. Cheers. Kevy 😀👍

[@T-R.e.x]

@@kevyshaves4109 This is my way of shaving too Kevy. I shave till the razor reaches the bone.

[@vlstpt]

Hi Kevy! I can’t seem to find this Yaqui slant anywhere.(VLS)

[@kevyshaves4109]

I don't think it went into production. Maybe they'll release it again after they've tweaked it. 👍

[@npwilliamson]

www.yaqishaving.com.au/products/yaqi-open-comb-slant-head-srh-77

[@jl9752]

LOL that opening statement made me laugh. Reminded me of one time when an English friend of mine once told me Brits are moaners 😂

[@kevyshaves4109]

Ha ha! We're the worlds worst moaners! Never damn happy! Lol! Cheers. Kevy 😀👍

[@MonoLake02]

How were slant razors invented ? Maybe somebody stepped on their razor, but still really needed a shave…

[@kevyshaves4109]

I hope your theory about slant razors is true 🙂😂

[@AverageReviewsYT]

A link that doesent load... Nice.. At least it has white squares...

[@kevyshaves4109]

I've just tried, every link works fine for me. Kevy 👍

[@AverageReviewsYT]

@@kevyshaves4109 lucky you when I go directly to the site it's fine

[@AverageReviewsYT]

Used a different device and it loads.. typical apple.. junk

[@jimcosshaveden5259]

Great shave. I need another razor like I need another hole in the head. I actually was about to buy it, then saw some bad comments on build quality, so decided to pass. Have a great week.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Thanks. I read some of the comments too about blade chatter. I'm not sure if they've taken it off their site just now. Kevy 👍

[@bladeskull2482]

Very nice shave sir. Like shaving with a knife.

[@kevyshaves4109]

😂

[@edwardmiles6513]

For the record, when the video said "Strawberry Fields" I reflexively answered "forever" even before video did. "Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see. . . . that is i think I disagree. Let me take you down, Strawberry Fields, nothing is real, and nothing to get hung about . . .." That was a long time ago. I can tell that the razor is aggressive: in the close ups it seems to be baring its teeth at the viewer. Fierce. Regards.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Brilliant Edward 👏

[@-EC002-]

Subscribed for the singing! ;)

[@kevyshaves4109]

Free ear defenders with every subscription! 😂

[@robertristinge4385]

Very exposed blade -THX Kevy

[@T-R.e.x]

Dear Lord, this is like a devette! Do you remember this Double Open Comb you used before from Yaqi too? Is it similar to it?

[@Nav_M]

My experience is the double open comb is a mild and smooth razor. The slant is just hell! I really didn't get on with it. Just imagine a slant with the worst blade chatter you can imagine! The Yaqi scalloped head and the double open comb are both really very nice razors.

[@T-R.e.x]

@@Nav_M So the DOC Yaqi could mow down 7 days of growth?

[@Nav_M]

@@T-R.e.x It's open comb so it could do that but it's on the milder side so for me, the maximum it can give is a DFS, not BBS.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Hey George. I quite enjoy using the Yaqi DOC razor. This thing is about 10 to,es as aggressive! Cheers. Kevy 😀👍

[@T-R.e.x]

Thanks Kevy. It is our fella here Nav from ATG too!

[@tomtomgo4077]

I’m not going to be using any pre-shave, as I predict it’s going to be removing the first 6 layers of skin anyway

[@kevyshaves4109]

😂

[@sobek]

hmmm...think Id pass on this head

[@RichardE62]

I know you are playing around but I'm a singer and I know you are also. You actually have a nice instrument. Use it more. Sing us a song.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Thanks. What do you sing? Is that your profession? Kevy 😀

[@RichardE62]

@@kevyshaves4109 I made part of my living singing. I played bass also.

[@RichardE62]

@@kevyshaves4109 I'm a baritone.

[@kevyshaves4109]

@@RichardE62 Nice 🙂

[@carlarnold3969]

Nope nope nopety nope. Ummmm. NO. Hello 911, it's time for my morning shave. Go ahead and send Sara and Mike over with a extra pint of O+. Thanks.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Yes! And some bandages! Lol 😂

[@petrub27]

O negative is better

[@WolfRanger2008]

"Scottish Heather for shaving your face...Or shaving your hide....Long as you shave....Do it with pride"....From Hector McHector the Lost Lyrics....Stolen by Kevy Parr currently under house arrest....

[@kevyshaves4109]

Brilliant! 👏👏

[@Haramyst]

My local "Heather" smells great too - but likewise, she's NO lady!!

[@kevyshaves4109]

Ha ha! What is it with all these Heather's!?! 😂😉😀👍

[@starlodear2987]

I'm only here for the blood.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Welcome 😁

[@eivindkaisen6838]

The Yaqi came in through the bathroom window to help so that you could work it out and feel fine in a day in the life. Because mother nature's son, while thinking that happiness is a warm gun (it's actually a razor!), says good day, sunhine. The End.

[@kevyshaves4109]

Genius! 👏👏