The Straight Razor Acquisition Thread

Discussion in 'Straight Razors' started by DaltonGang, Aug 3, 2017.

  1. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    I picked this up, for $16.06. It's a beefy half hollow grind. It just needs a little TLC.

    Razor- Wade & Butcher, "Bow Razor".

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  2. Spyder

    Spyder Well-Known Member

    I’ve got this LeGrelot coming to me from his homeland. Looks like a little cleaning and polish is all that’s required.

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  3. Stu929

    Stu929 Well-Known Member

    Was out shopping for the wife and these 2 followed me home.

    A Johnathan Crookes & Sons and an Imperial Razor Co. The Imperial had a busted pair of scales and some rust so Im working on cleaning it up. Looks like I'm finally going to learn about honing and replacing scales! Both are just over 6/8 and the spines looked pretty good so while the Imperial needs work I felt good about getting them. Now I need a true bevel setter.[​IMG][​IMG]

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  4. Spyder

    Spyder Well-Known Member

    Out shopping for the wife :happy097:
     
  5. Stu929

    Stu929 Well-Known Member

    I brought her something too!

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  6. Spyder

    Spyder Well-Known Member

    I finally received the Le Grelot from France. I decided to minimize the cleaning/ restoration work and to only do some cleaning and polishing. I surely didn’t want to lose any metal or gold wash. It cleaned up very nicely IMHO. It went to the hones, everything progressed smoothly. I’m going to gain a couple days of growth before the ultimate test.

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  7. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    Nice looking razor. That's a very well respected brand.
     
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  8. Spyder

    Spyder Well-Known Member

    Thanks, Scott. I’m hoping that it lives up to its reputation;)
     
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  9. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    I read somewhere that you could cover the gold was with clear nail polish, then touch up the metal around it easier. My worry would be whether the acetone, or other polish remover would take the gold off, with the polish. Maybe @gssixgun or @HolyRollah has done this before.
     
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  10. Spyder

    Spyder Well-Known Member

    I used clear tape scotch and cut around the outline with an exacto knife. The small amount of staining remaining on the blade can stay. There isn't any rust or pitting, so I really didn't want to remove any metal. It actually looks better in person than in the photos. As long as it shaves good, I'll be happy:)
     
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  11. Rusty blade

    Rusty blade The Good Humor Man

    Last week I picked up this 2-day boxed set of "The Gong - Extra Hollow Ground" Solingen razors. Not the most elegant name, but the box and razors are in very good condition. I need to clean them up and get them on the stones. There is a bit of rust on one edge but it is superficial.
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    I also picked up a John Milner & Co. Sheffield. This is a near wedge...and heavy. Also in good condition...also needs a good cleaning and honing.
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  12. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    You should like your Gong Razors. I picked one up, a while back, and it holds a great edge.
     
  13. Navarrsky

    Navarrsky Well-Known Member

    NOS Japanese Vintage Staraet-Super 55 Yasuki Tamahagane Steel + Pu'er tea :)

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  14. Keithmax

    Keithmax Breeds Pet Rocks

    :happy088: enjoy them both.
     
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  15. Spyder

    Spyder Well-Known Member

    Nice score!
     
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  16. Navarrsky

    Navarrsky Well-Known Member

    Thanks gents! :thanks:
     
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  17. Paul76

    Paul76 Well-Known Member

    Here’s the craftsman razor I just won 11/16 [​IMG] [​IMG]
     
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  18. mrchick

    mrchick Odd, Terrible Avatar

    Very nice looking razor.
     
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  19. Paul76

    Paul76 Well-Known Member

    Thank you @mrchick ! I’ve been looking for a little while for a nicer one.
     
  20. Spyder

    Spyder Well-Known Member

    Nice score! I like all the bling!
     
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