Above The Tie is an American safety razor manufacturer focused on precision-machined hardware for traditional wet shaving. The brand is particularly associated with razors made from durable metals such as stainless steel and titanium and with designs intended to provide wet shavers with clearly defined choices in razor geometry and shaving characteristics.
The current Above The Tie assortment at The Razor Company is focused on double edge safety razors. Available designs include the Windsor platform as well as the distinctive S1 Slant, giving customers options between conventional double edge geometry and a slant razor design. The Razor Company
Above The Tie Double Edge Safety Razors
Above The Tie produces three-piece double edge safety razors that use replaceable DE razor blades.
A traditional three-piece razor consists of a top cap, base plate and handle. To replace the blade, the razor head is separated from the handle, the top cap and base plate are opened, and a standard double edge blade is positioned between them.
This straightforward construction eliminates cartridges and complex internal mechanisms while allowing the razor's head geometry, weight, material and handle to influence the shaving experience.
The current TRC collection includes both stainless steel and titanium Above The Tie razors. The Razor Company
Above The Tie Windsor Razors
The Windsor represents Above The Tie's conventional double edge safety razor platform within the current collection.
The Razor Company currently carries Windsor configurations manufactured from stainless steel as well as titanium. Both provide the corrosion resistance and durability expected from premium machined-metal safety razors, but the difference in material significantly affects how the razor feels in the hand. The Razor Company
Stainless steel provides a comparatively substantial feel and is well suited to shavers who prefer noticeable weight in their razor.
Titanium provides a lighter alternative while retaining the advantages of a machined-metal construction. This can appeal to wet shavers who prefer greater maneuverability or simply enjoy the distinctive handling characteristics of titanium.
Neither material is inherently the better choice. The decision largely depends on preferred weight, balance and feel during the shave.
Above The Tie S1 Slant Razors
Above The Tie also offers the S1 Slant, providing a distinctly different razor geometry from a conventional double edge safety razor.
A slant razor holds the blade at an angle rather than presenting the edge in the same orientation as a conventional straight-bar DE razor. This geometry creates a slicing action as the razor moves through beard growth.
The current TRC assortment includes stainless steel S1 Slant configurations in both standard and open-comb designs. The Razor Company
Slant razors are often explored by experienced wet shavers looking for an alternative approach to cutting dense or coarse beard growth. Technique remains important, however, and additional efficiency should not be treated as a reason to apply more pressure.
Open Comb vs. Closed Comb
Comb configuration is another important consideration when selecting an Above The Tie razor.
A closed-comb or safety-bar design provides a continuous or substantially continuous guard surface ahead of the blade. This configuration is familiar to many traditional wet shavers and can be a practical choice for frequent shaving.
An open-comb design uses individual teeth rather than a continuous safety bar. The spaces between the teeth allow lather and longer beard growth to move through the guard more readily.
Above The Tie's current selection at The Razor Company includes both conventional closed-comb designs and an S1 Slant Open Comb option. The Razor Company
Choosing between them should depend on shaving frequency, beard growth, technique and personal preference rather than assuming one configuration is universally superior.
Stainless Steel vs. Titanium Safety Razors
Material can noticeably change the handling characteristics of a safety razor.
Stainless steel generally provides more weight in the hand. Some wet shavers appreciate this substantial feel because the mass of the razor encourages a light-pressure technique in which the razor does much of the work.
Titanium is considerably lighter for its strength. A titanium razor can therefore feel more agile and responsive while still providing excellent corrosion resistance and durability.
Above The Tie offers both materials within its Windsor line, making the choice particularly relevant for customers comparing those razors.
The preferred material is subjective. Shavers accustomed to heavier traditional razors may favor stainless steel, while those looking for a lighter premium razor may prefer titanium.
Made in the USA
Above The Tie razors in the current collection are made in the United States. The Razor Company identifies its current Above The Tie assortment—including the Windsor Stainless Steel, Windsor Titanium and S1 Slant models—as Made in USA. The Razor Company
For customers specifically searching for American-made wet shaving hardware, this places Above The Tie among the USA-made safety razor manufacturers represented at The Razor Company.
Choosing an Above The Tie Razor
When comparing Above The Tie razors, consider four primary factors:
- Razor geometry: Conventional double edge or slant
- Comb style: Closed comb or open comb where available
- Material: Stainless steel or titanium
- Shaving preferences: Beard density, shaving frequency and preferred razor feel
A conventional Windsor configuration may be the more familiar choice for someone who prefers traditional DE geometry.
The S1 Slant offers a different blade presentation for wet shavers interested in slant razor performance, while the S1 Slant Open Comb adds an open-comb guard configuration.
Material should then be considered according to preferred weight and handling rather than shaving efficiency alone.
Caring for an Above The Tie Safety Razor
Routine maintenance of a machined safety razor is straightforward.
Rinse the razor thoroughly after shaving to remove residual lather, hair and skin oils. Periodically disassemble the razor and clean the components with warm water, mild soap and a soft cloth or brush.
Avoid harsh abrasives that could unnecessarily alter the razor's finish.
When changing blades, clean the areas beneath the top cap and around the base plate before reassembling the razor. Regular cleaning helps keep the threads, blade-contact surfaces and other components free from accumulated shaving soap residue.
Who Is Above The Tie For?
Above The Tie may appeal particularly to wet shavers looking for:
- USA-made safety razors
- Precision-machined shaving hardware
- Stainless steel or titanium construction
- Traditional three-piece DE razors
- Slant safety razor designs
- Open-comb and closed-comb options
- Durable razors intended for long-term use
- Alternatives to cartridge shaving systems
The range also provides experienced wet shavers with meaningful choices in geometry and material without requiring a move away from standard double edge blades.
Above The Tie FAQ
Where are Above The Tie razors made?
The Above The Tie razors currently offered by The Razor Company are identified as Made in USA. The Razor Company
What is Above The Tie known for?
Above The Tie is known for precision-machined safety razors, including conventional double edge and slant designs manufactured from materials such as stainless steel and titanium.
Do Above The Tie razors use standard double edge blades?
Yes. Above The Tie double edge safety razors are designed for standard DE razor blades, allowing customers to choose among many blade manufacturers and coatings.
What is the difference between stainless steel and titanium Above The Tie razors?
The primary practical difference is weight and handling. Stainless steel provides a heavier, more substantial feel, while titanium provides a lighter razor with different balance and maneuverability.
What is an Above The Tie S1 Slant?
The S1 is Above The Tie's slant safety razor design. A slant presents the double edge blade at an angle to create a slicing cutting action rather than using the geometry of a conventional straight-bar DE razor.
Does Above The Tie make an open-comb razor?
Yes. The current assortment at The Razor Company includes an S1 Slant Open Comb stainless steel safety razor. The Razor Company
What Above The Tie razors does The Razor Company carry?
The current assortment includes Windsor stainless steel and titanium double edge safety razors along with stainless steel S1 Slant and S1 Slant Open Comb models. Inventory and configurations can change, so the product grid above provides the most current selection.
