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Interesting.
I've been using both Alumigoose and Mongoose B2 with their standard handles, and the latter with the heavy Big Bomber as well. I've been quite happy with them that way, ever since I got them.
Lately I've been experimenting with the B2 and an aluminium Windrose handle (heavy head, light handle principle), and I find the weight reduction and altered balance lessens any tendency to press too hard, and cause abrasion.
I have another stainless Windrose handle which I plan to try on the Alumigoose (light head, heavier handle principle), as I think that combination might work better for me (if my similar activity with my 2015 Seygus is anything to go by).
Another thing I like about the Alumigoose is that, unlike aluminium Shavecrafts where the male thread attachment is also soft(ish) ally, it's a stainless insert and thus more durable, and amenable to having steel handles attached. It's similar to the Standard, where the male and female are both stainless. Downside is that the hexagonal handle is plain ally threaded.
I've been using both Alumigoose and Mongoose B2 with their standard handles, and the latter with the heavy Big Bomber as well. I've been quite happy with them that way, ever since I got them.
Lately I've been experimenting with the B2 and an aluminium Windrose handle (heavy head, light handle principle), and I find the weight reduction and altered balance lessens any tendency to press too hard, and cause abrasion.
I have another stainless Windrose handle which I plan to try on the Alumigoose (light head, heavier handle principle), as I think that combination might work better for me (if my similar activity with my 2015 Seygus is anything to go by).
Another thing I like about the Alumigoose is that, unlike aluminium Shavecrafts where the male thread attachment is also soft(ish) ally, it's a stainless insert and thus more durable, and amenable to having steel handles attached. It's similar to the Standard, where the male and female are both stainless. Downside is that the hexagonal handle is plain ally threaded.