Review: Lambda Ares – Precision, Passion, and the Art of the Shave
As someone who treats shaving not as a chore but as a craft, my den spans the full spectrum — from double edge (DE) classics like the Blackland Blackbird to Artist Club shavettes, traditional straights I hone myself on whetstones, and even the asymmetric elegance of a Kamisori. My blade drawer is equally diverse: Feather, Bic Chrome Platinum, Personna Med Prep — all tested extensively, often in blind trials where my technique and razor choice smooth out their differences.
In the DE sphere, the Blackbird Open Comb has long been my benchmark for unapologetic efficiency — generous blade exposure, surgical closeness, and a demand for a feather-light touch. Recently, though, I added a very different philosophy to my rotation: the Lambda Ares, a Greek-made razor that approaches closeness through innovation rather than aggression.
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Design Philosophy
Where the Blackbird leans into exposure, the Ares works with near-zero blade exposure, using a unique curvature of the baseplate and comb to guide skin and hair into the perfect cutting position. The result is a shave that feels forgiving yet delivers results on par with my most efficient razors — provided you give it the time to teach you its cues. After a month of steady use, the Ares reveals its rhythm: no pressure, let the geometry do the work, and it will quietly erase stubble right to the base.
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Performance in My Hands
Even in my most challenging area — below the chin, where hair grows in multiple directions and skin tension is tricky — the Ares holds its own. My barber’s advice to gently stretch the skin applies here, but the Ares’ smooth comb and controlled exposure mean I can work close without flirting with irritation or ingrown hairs. Alum feedback is minimal when I respect its limits.
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Craftsmanship & Presentation
The Ares is not just a tool — it’s an object of beauty. The finish is unlike anything else in my collection, more akin to fine jewelry than a utilitarian razor. Every edge, every surface, feels considered and perfected. It arrives in a mahogany presentation box, accompanied by a handwritten note from the maker — a personal touch that speaks volumes about the ethos behind the product. This is not mass production; it’s the passion of a craftsman poured into each unit.
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Blade Pairing
While I’ve run the Ares with my usual DE suspects — Feather, Bic, Personna Med Prep — its design makes them all perform at their best, to the point where differences blur. That’s a testament to the razor’s geometry and rigidity: it extracts the maximum from any quality blade without punishing the skin.
A magnificent open comb razor,very effective but very gentle at the same time!!
because of very good experience with Lambda Athena I also ordered the Ares. I really wanted to try if this razor with open comb would match me. In the past all open comb razors were not very comfortable for me, but this one did it. the Ares V2 Bronze was similar smooth like the Athena, really very efficent and smooth. For me only the weight was too much (the same I had at Athena, first owned a Bronze, later changed to a titanium satin). So I also will change to an Ares V2 Titanium Satin, matchin my also Titanium Athena. Really happy with Lambda. They also answer very fast to emails so it is a real pleisure. Thank you very much Theodoros!
I loved the Athena so I purchased this as well. I will be running this razor when I have longer hair growth. Lambda as a whole produces incredibly high quality products. Glad I explored this line and I find them to be in the top best of the bunch and that is coming from someone who owns about 80 razors.
Questo rasoio è un efficientissimo utensile con le sembianze di un gioiello. Speriamo che il suo creatore abbia in mente di produrre altri gioielli. Complimenti Lambda.
Best safety razor by far!and the owner is the best,he is always there to help you with any question you have….I really have no words.Really thank you for everything!
Recomendo vivamente o ernesto.me como solução para adquirir a maquininha Lambda Ares v2 – Bronze. A plataforma é fácil de usar, confiável e oferece um excelente suporte ao cliente. A variedade de produtos e o cuidado na apresentação garantem uma experiência de compra segura e satisfatória. Com certeza, voltarei a comprar neste site para futuras necessidades de barbearia de alta qualidade.
Like its sibling the mighty Athena Theo’s rendering of the open comb razor is simply superb and likely one of the best razors in the business (your mileage may vary). A true joy to use. Two passes with touch ups is BBS for me.