Rockwell 6C Tarnish

[BillS]

Hi, I have had a Rockwell 6C in gunmetal for about two months. I have noticed a tarnishing on the razor's cap that has appeared. It is a tiny area, perhaps 4mm square. So far, the surface finish other than the look is unchanged, so it is still smooth to the touch.
I really like the razor but I am really quite disappointed. If after 2-months the razor has tarnished, will it lead on to corrosion that will affect performance?
Do folks think that the tarnishing is reasonable on a razor with so little use. I am minded to send it back for repair (replacement).

 

[Blademonkey]

Hi, I have had a Rockwell 6C in gunmetal for about two months. I have noticed a tarnishing on the razor's cap that has appeared. It is a tiny area, perhaps 4mm square. So far, the surface finish other than the look is unchanged, so it is still smooth to the touch.
I really like the razor but I am really quite disappointed. If after 2-months the razor has tarnished, will it lead on to corrosion that will affect performance?
Do folks think that the tarnishing is reasonable on a razor with so little use. I am minded to send it back for repair (replacement).
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Send it back, I'm not sure if this is a common thing with this finnish or not but I would be thinking about the chrome finnish as the replacement if at all possible although I suspect you will just get a replacement top cap.
If it happens again with the new cap ask for a chrome razor to replace yours. P.

 

[chris.hale]

It shouldn't do that. It's hard to tell from a photo whether that's cosmetic or if the plating's compromised, if the latter zamak rot will surely follow. Even if it's cosmetic that's a fault and you should get it replaced.

 

[BillS]

Superb customer service from Anthony and the team at www.Shavelounge.co.uk have replaced the part in double-quick time.

Many thanks!