Well, being as I sharpen them, I normally look them over for defects, but considering the TI's quality lately, that doesn't mean I couldn't have missed one. On the other hand, I test shaved with it as well and didn't notice it. I continue to be a little disappointed that people post this kind of stuff here without going to the vendor first. I simply don't understand it. If I bought a shirt from Macy's and it wasn't what I expected, I would go to Macy's first, not the New York Times. This is not a slam on you Paul and I can tell you have only the best of intentions. Let me know what you decide and I'll be glad to loan you a shaver while you're sending the razor back and forth.

Classic Shaving Customer Service has always been excellent and I would recommend you speak with them. They will normally have you send in the razor for inspection and if a defect, I have never seen them not replace one for a customer.

Have fun,

Lynn