The 1.05 mm gap is the headline change

If you already own a RazoRock Game Changer, the 1.05 open comb base plate is the most aggressive option in the line. The blade gap measures 1.05 mm, the top of the range that runs from 0.68 to 1.05. That number is the clearest signal of what this plate does: it exposes more blade to your skin than the milder Game Changer plates.

The open comb design adds a second variable. Instead of a solid safety bar, comb teeth guide hair into the blade. For coarse or dense beards, that can mean less clogging and a more direct cut. The trade-off is that an open comb with a large gap leaves less margin for error, so technique matters more than with a closed comb.

What the catalog confirms

Compatibility: you need a Game Changer top cap

This listing is for the base plate only. You will not receive a top cap, so the plate only works if you already own a RazoRock Game Changer top cap. The plate is designed to fit that standard cap, and the catalog notes that the various base plates can drastically vary the shaving characteristics of the same razor.

If you are building a complete head from scratch, you would need to buy a top cap separately. The catalog mentions that a top cap can be purchased alongside this plate, but it does not list a specific top cap model in the supplied information. Check the product page for the current top cap option before ordering.

Open comb vs safety bar: what actually changes

The Game Changer line includes both open comb and safety bar plates. The 1.05 open comb combines the largest gap with comb teeth, so it sits at the aggressive end of the range. A safety bar plate with the same gap would feel different because the bar smooths the skin ahead of the blade.

  • Hair flow: Open comb teeth let longer or denser hair pass into the blade, which can reduce clogging for coarse beards. A safety bar tends to push lather and hair aside.
  • Skin feel: The 1.05 mm gap exposes more blade, so the open comb version will feel more direct than a smaller-gap plate. The comb does not soften that exposure; it changes how hair is fed to the edge.
  • Forgiveness: With a larger gap and open comb, angle and pressure control become more important. If you are used to a 0.68 plate, treat the first shave as a test rather than a full routine.

Who should consider the 1.05 open comb plate

This plate makes sense if you already have a Game Changer top cap and want to try an open comb without buying a whole new razor. It also suits shavers with coarse or dense beards who find milder Game Changer plates leave stubble after a few passes and who are comfortable managing a more efficient edge.

It is a poor first choice if you are new to safety razors, shave infrequently, or have sensitive skin that reacts to close shaves. The catalog does not provide a recommended skill level or a shave protocol, so your own experience with the Game Changer system is the best guide. If you are unsure, a smaller-gap open comb plate in the same line would be a gentler way to test the comb design.

Practical checks before you order

  • Confirm your top cap: The plate requires a Game Changer top cap. If you own a complete Game Changer razor, you already have one.
  • Expect a tool-like finish: The machine vibratory finish is designed to deburr and smooth without hand polishing. Small tool or finishing marks are normal and each piece is unique.
  • Note the serial number: Each razor piece is engraved with a unique serial number, which is part of the tool-like character.
  • Check the price context: The catalog lists this plate at USD 20.99 with a comparison price of USD 34.99. That is the plate only, not a complete razor.

What the catalog does not tell you

The supplied information does not include a recommended blade angle, pressure, or shave routine for this plate. It also does not state a weight or balance specification for the base plate alone. Those details may be available elsewhere, but they are not confirmed here. Use your existing experience with the Game Changer and start cautiously with the 1.05 open comb.