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Atelier Durdan

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Hello everyone,
This week has been dedicated to refining the design of our new adjustable razor which will officially bear the name Horizon — a name that reflects the breadth of possibilities offered by this adjustment system.

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A Completely Redesigned Design
Compared to the first prototypes I had shared, the design has been entirely revised to improve ergonomics and user comfort. As you can see in the photo, Chloé even had time to perform a polishing that perfectly reveals the lines and finishes of this new version.
The adjustment system, clearly visible with its graduation from 1 to 8, allows precise adjustment of blade exposure over a range of -0.15 mm to +0.2 mm. This approach offers a smooth transition from the mildest to the most aggressive shave, according to your preferences and desired shaving type.

Final Adjustments Before Production
I still have a few technical details to perfect, particularly regarding finishes and wall thicknesses to avoid any deformation during use. These points, although minor, are essential to guarantee the durability and precision of the mechanism we have developed.
Once these final adjustments are completed, we can move to definitive manufacturing, with a sales target around mid/late June.

Pass Around Proposal
Before the commercial launch, I would like to organize pass around, if you would like to coordinate a pass around on your forum or community, please don't hesitate to contact me directly. I will provide the necessary prototypes as well as technical information to organize these tests under the best conditions.

In Conclusion
The Horizon represents the culmination of several months of development and iterations. This razor embodies our vision of an adjustable system combining mechanical simplicity, durability, and shaving performance.
Your feedback and suggestions are always welcome, whether on technical, aesthetic aspects, or regarding the organization of pass arounds.


Augustin
 
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Atelier Durdan

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Hello everyone,


After a final week of intensive fine-tuning, our Horizon model is finally ready to be tested by the community. Next Tuesday, we will proceed with sending out the models so they can be evaluated under real conditions.

Latest Improvements

This final week has been dedicated to several crucial optimizations:


  • Slide improvement: The adjustment mechanism has been refined to offer smoother and more precise handling
  • Cleaner machining: All finishing details have been perfected to meet our quality standards
  • Creation of production tooling: The tools necessary for series manufacturing are now ready
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Test Organization

We will send out approximately 6 models to cover different communities and gather a varied panel of feedback. These tests will run for an indeterminate duration, allowing each tester to truly get familiar with the razor and explore all its possibilities.


Test organization will take place during next week or this weekend for those who have already expressed interest.

For Those Interested

Requests to create a pass around are now closed, and I will contact the selected organizers for coordination.


Important: I will not be responsible for registration procedures for the tests. Each pass around organizer will manage the organization and registrations within their community according to their own criteria.

In Conclusion

This step marks an important turning point in Horizon's development. After months of design, prototyping, and adjustments, we are finally entering the validation phase by those who matter most: you, the traditional shaving enthusiasts.


Your impressions, constructive criticism, and suggestions will be valuable for the final adjustments before definitive production.


Augustin
 

Atelier Durdan

Forum GOD!
Hello everyone,


Thanks to the valuable feedback gathered from several pass-arounds, I’m happy to confirm that the Horizon razor is now ready for release.


It will be available for purchase starting tomorrow, Thursday June 25th at 12 PM (France time).


The Horizon will be offered in all the usual materials and finishes from the atelier:


  • Materials: 316L Stainless Steel, TA6V Titanium, CUA1 Copper, and Cupro Bronze
  • Finishes: Machined (as seen in the pass-arounds), sandblasted, basic polish, premium polish, and aged copper alloys.

📦 Please note: the workshop will be closed during the month of August, so early orders will benefit from shorter production times.


I’d also like to extend a warm thank-you to the organizers of the pass-arounds for their time and dedication to the community. Your feedback has been instrumental in refining the Horizon down to its final form.


Looking forward to seeing your future impressions and shaves!


Augustin – Atelier Durdan

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Atelier Durdan

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Hello everyone,


I’m very happy to share an important update regarding our shipping policy.
We know that ordering from abroad can sometimes be complicated, especially when taxes, customs duties, or unexpected shipping costs are added afterwards. It’s never pleasant to face those surprises once the order is placed.


To offer a service that truly matches the quality of our razors, we’ve decided to make things as simple as possible: all our listed prices are now all-inclusive.
That means VAT, customs duties, and shipping fees (for orders over €200) are already included in the price you see.


From now on, we ship DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) — we take care of all customs and tax payments ourselves, so you won’t have to pay anything extra upon delivery.


Important note: this service applies to all new orders placed on the website. Orders already in progress will not benefit from this service.


Our goal is simple: to make your experience, from ordering to your first shave, smooth, transparent, and hassle-free.


Thank you all for your trust and for the great conversations we share here.


Augustin — Atelier DURDAN
 

Atelier Durdan

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Hello everyone,

As you know, Black Friday is approaching quickly, and we’ve been preparing something special for the occasion. I’m happy to announce that from November 24th to November 30th, we will be offering an exceptional 15% off on all our products.
As always ✨All-inclusive price ✨ VAT, customs duties and delivery included for purchases over €200.

Thanks to your continued support.
Feel free to ask any questions or share your thoughts, we’re always glad to hear from you.

Yours sincerely,

Laetitia
Communication officer - Atelier Durdan
 

Atelier Durdan

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Hello everyone,

This is a bit of a last-minute message — my apologies for that.

We are currently finalizing a new limited edition finish that will be available across the entire Atelier Durdan razor lineup.

This year’s theme is inspired by the Lunar New Year – Year of the Fire Horse.
We drew from the symbolism behind it — energy, movement, controlled power — to create something new, including a finish that is completely unprecedented for us.

We will present everything live at 12:00 PM (Paris time) on YouTube and Instagram.

If you are interested, feel free to join us and discover the project in detail.

Photos will also be shared here after the presentation.

Have a great day,
and enjoy your shave.

— Augustin
 

Atelier Durdan

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I am very happy to present you Crinière ardente, our new razor in limited edition, in padauk a noble wood with red accents. The flaming mane of the fire horse in a sandblasted and polish mixing finish on bronze, an innovation of the atelier.

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What do you think about it ?


Laetitia
Communication officer - Atelier Durdan
 

Gairdner

Forum GOD!
Nice to see a wood handle. Pictures look like an SE and DE head will be available. Unless I’m much mistaken and need to wipe greenhouse ‘fog’ off me glasses?
 
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