Weekly Razor Review

[Errol]

Charcoal Goods Gen 3 Level #3 (USA)



As expected, the Charcoal Goods Gen 3 Level #2 razor performed magnificent, so I decided to follow up with the Charcoal Goods Gen 3, Level #3 this week. It bears the same features of the Level #2; chatter marked pattern on the cap, machined out back on the plate, diamond shaped blade posts located on the plate and corresponding holes in the cap. Where did that additional 30g of weight come from; the handle of course. Some of its additional bulk could be attributed to the Torpedo being a larger diameter than the Hammered handle, but more than 15mm of extra length has played havoc with the weight also.

I have always held firmly to the belief that the Charcoal Goods Level #2 was designed especially for me. Now that I’ve taken the time to review the Level #3, I’ve found it to be no slouch either, I could easily live with either razor. Efficiency was marginally higher than a Karve CB Level #D, but I feel there was less blade feel, making the morning shave so smooth and comfortable. The handle’s length and weight did not impress me especially when I know that Charcoal Goods had a range of much lighter handles. What a loss it was to the shaving community the day Charcoal Goods ceased production and closed their doors. Charcoal Goods delivered an honest performing razor that just kept on keeping on, it will be a long time before any other Artison steps up to deliver such perfection.

Blades Used – Gillette Super Stainless and Gillette Minora

Material – Brass

Weight – 120.7g

Blade Tab - Covered

Head Width – 44.48mm

Handle Length – 101.61mm

Handle Diameter – 12.56mm

Availability – Out of production

Final Word – Made for Errol

 

[LesC]

Charcoal Goods Gen 3 Level #3 (USA)



As expected, the Charcoal Goods Gen 3 Level #2 razor performed magnificent, so I decided to follow up with the Charcoal Goods Gen 3, Level #3 this week. It bears the same features of the Level #2; chatter marked pattern on the cap, machined out back on the plate, diamond shaped blade posts located on the plate and corresponding holes in the cap. Where did that additional 30g of weight come from; the handle of course. Some of its additional bulk could be attributed to the Torpedo being a larger diameter than the Hammered handle, but more than 15mm of extra length has played havoc with the weight also.

I have always held firmly to the belief that the Charcoal Goods Level #2 was designed especially for me. Now that I’ve taken the time to review the Level #3, I’ve found it to be no slouch either, I could easily live with either razor. Efficiency was marginally higher than a Karve CB Level #D, but I feel there was less blade feel, making the morning shave so smooth and comfortable. The handle’s length and weight did not impress me especially when I know that Charcoal Goods had a range of much lighter handles. What a loss it was to the shaving community the day Charcoal Goods ceased production and closed their doors. Charcoal Goods delivered an honest performing razor that just kept on keeping on, it will be a long time before any other Artison steps up to deliver such perfection.

Blades Used – Gillette Super Stainless and Gillette Minora

Material – Brass

Weight – 120.7g

Blade Tab - Covered

Head Width – 44.48mm

Handle Length – 101.61mm

Handle Diameter – 12.56mm

Availability – Out of production

Final Word – Made for Errol

@Errol I follow the Gen 1-2-3 models, can I just confirm the Level 2-3 etc are just the different plates and blade gaps? I’ve always “loved” the Gillette Aristocrat Gen 1-2 handles (and numerous copies, never quite there) but the handle on the razor from last week was a WOW factor for me. These 2 reviews of out of production razors were another “couple” I’ve pinned to revisit, your enabling skills are right up there

 

[lu20vt]

Excellent review as always. I had a level 3 from the first ones and unfortunately it was a killer for my skin and I sold it, I would have kept the level 2 safe

 

[Errol]

Modurazor V2 – On the Go Shaving



Never during my time shaving have I ever thought that it would be a good idea for the handle to pivot so the head can rotate and sit flat on the handle. Someone must have had a brain wave that it would be a good idea because that is the big selling point for the Modurazor. With the head rotated, the razor fits in a small aluminium box supplied with the razor, supposedly for travel purposes. So far I’m understanding the thought process, but consider this; the razor weighs a creditable 40g, but the box is 90g. If I’m lugging the razor on my back, I’m more likely to take just the razor and leave the box at home or better still, leave the whole bloody lot at home and save 130g. First inkling of the Modurazor V2 appeared in a Kickstarter campaign in the latter part of 2025. V2, so you would immediately think that somewhere along the line there must have been a V1. I wasn’t aware of a V1 Modurazor, it must have made a big splash.



Poor fitting parts are prevalent in every part of the razor. There is play at the pivot point in the handle even with the locking sleeve screwed down tight, more than enough to be noticeable. And the cap does not always drop into position on the plate, it must be wiggled a bit to ensure it is fully seated. In line with the thought that this is a travel razor, a large cut out has been made in the already short and tapered titanium handle. For reducing weight, the cut out works well and the edges of the cut out provide grip. In the centre of the cap is a circle, not unusual till I investigated and found that it was the head of the handle post that had been pressed in. To finish the razor, it has been sand blasted on every surface; the threads felt as if sand was still on the threads. Oil! that improved the feel of the threads, but I maintained the thought that the silicon was still there chewing away at the thread surface.

When you’ve been using two of the very best razors ever to grace this earth for the last two weeks ie. Charcoal Goods, it is probably not a good idea to follow that up with a razor that looks and feels suspect even before a blade is inserted. But I am going to. There is movement in that handle joint, and while annoying, it is not the worst part of the handle. The cut-out in the handle provides what I’m going to call an angel dictating grip; threading of the handle has been done willy nilly; therefore the handle does not align correctly with the head, in fact it feels to be about 20° off where it would be comfortable to use, but that makes it 160° out when you roll the razor over. If that handle afforded control of the razor, its just under Karve CB level #D efficiency and well-adjusted blade feel would feel great. I struggled trying to get a half decent shave. As for a close shave, forget that to, I was too busy fighting with that bloody handle. This is probably the worst handle I’ve ever used on any razor. I put up with its shit for two shaves; that was more than enough for me to confirm that I did not like the bastard and cut the review short. There’s nothing much worse.

Blades Used – Feather
Material – Titanium
Weight – 39.2g
Blade Tab – Covered
Head Width – 44.11mm
Handle Length – 82.62mm
Handle Diameter – Tapered
Availability – Men’s Gear
Final Word - Crap

 

[LesC]

Modurazor V2 – On the Go Shaving



Never during my time shaving have I ever thought that it would be a good idea for the handle to pivot so the head can rotate and sit flat on the handle. Someone must have had a brain wave that it would be a good idea because that is the big selling point for the Modurazor. With the head rotated, the razor fits in a small aluminium box supplied with the razor, supposedly for travel purposes. So far I’m understanding the thought process, but consider this; the razor weighs a creditable 40g, but the box is 90g. If I’m lugging the razor on my back, I’m more likely to take just the razor and leave the box at home or better still, leave the whole bloody lot at home and save 130g. First inkling of the Modurazor V2 appeared in a Kickstarter campaign in the latter part of 2025. V2, so you would immediately think that somewhere along the line there must have been a V1. I wasn’t aware of a V1 Modurazor, it must have made a big splash.



Poor fitting parts are prevalent in every part of the razor. There is play at the pivot point in the handle even with the locking sleeve screwed down tight, more than enough to be noticeable. And the cap does not always drop into position on the plate, it must be wiggled a bit to ensure it is fully seated. In line with the thought that this is a travel razor, a large cut out has been made in the already short and tapered titanium handle. For reducing weight, the cut out works well and the edges of the cut out provide grip. In the centre of the cap is a circle, not unusual till I investigated and found that it was the head of the handle post that had been pressed in. To finish the razor, it has been sand blasted on every surface; the threads felt as if sand was still on the threads. Oil! that improved the feel of the threads, but I maintained the thought that the silicon was still there chewing away at the thread surface.

When you’ve been using two of the very best razors ever to grace this earth for the last two weeks ie. Charcoal Goods, it is probably not a good idea to follow that up with a razor that looks and feels suspect even before a blade is inserted. But I am going to. There is movement in that handle joint, and while annoying, it is not the worst part of the handle. The cut-out in the handle provides what I’m going to call an angel dictating grip; threading of the handle has been done willy nilly; therefore the handle does not align correctly with the head, in fact it feels to be about 20° off where it would be comfortable to use, but that makes it 160° out when you roll the razor over. If that handle afforded control of the razor, its just under Karve CB level #D efficiency and well-adjusted blade feel would feel great. I struggled trying to get a half decent shave. As for a close shave, forget that to, I was too busy fighting with that bloody handle. This is probably the worst handle I’ve ever used on any razor. I put up with its shit for two shaves; that was more than enough for me to confirm that I did not like the bastard and cut the review short. There’s nothing much worse.

Blades Used – Feather
Material – Titanium
Weight – 39.2g
Blade Tab – Covered
Head Width – 44.11mm
Handle Length – 82.62mm
Handle Diameter – Tapered
Availability – Men’s Gear
Final Word - Crap

@Errol praise it as much as you like, you’re not “enabling” me

 

[SpeedyPC]

Final Word - Crap