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I just had my first shave with the kamisori. I was very impressed.
In terms of sharpness, it is up there with my new Dovo Carpe Diem. Although the blade seems to be a bit inconsistent along the length, with the keenness tailing off toward the point. Non bad thing actually, since the point control was the only thing that tripped me up, with a tiny nick in the middle of the chin.
However, by far the most impressive thing about it was the level of control and ease of maneuverability that I had with it. I had thought that the handle would be difficult ton get to grips with (pun), but it was fine. Better than fine. Really stable in the hand and I could hold it in a variety of positions, unlike the slightly ungainly hold on a western straight.
The short blade was quite a welcome change from my straights as well, with no danger of 'overlap' onto unintended areas, when doing the moustache, for instance.
I am totally sold on this thing.
Recommended.