Japanese Straight Razor Thread

Discussion in 'Straight Razors' started by DaltonGang, Aug 20, 2016.

  1. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    I'm hoping this one cleans up well.
    It's enroute from Japan
    泰平 TAIHEI 東京

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  2. DubTap21

    DubTap21 New Member

    I'd love to find a few of these razors! Japanese cutlery is usually top notch.

    Sent from my SM-N930T using Tapatalk
     
  3. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    EBay is your best friend, for finding these Japanese razors.
    Welcome to The Shave Den. Go to the Newbies section and introduce yourself. http://theshaveden.com/forums/forums/newbies.28/
     
  4. Navarrsky

    Navarrsky Well-Known Member

    Thank you, sir!
     
  5. CJBianco

    CJBianco Member

    Here's my first submission to this thread -- Diamond Hayashi 8000 (in the uncommon clear / silver tinsel scales with purple tang and cherry red spacer).

    Diamond 8000-1.jpg Diamond 8000-2.jpg

    Regards,
    Chris
     
    Last edited: Nov 4, 2016
  6. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    Very nice, and unusual.
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  7. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    @CJBianco , I'm glad this thread lured you out of hiding.
     
  8. CJBianco

    CJBianco Member

    Thanks, DaltonGang. When I saw the #8000 in something other than the usual purple scales (which are quite lovely, don't get me wrong), I had to jump on it. Now, if only I could find that elusive #1072.

    Regards,
    Chris
     
  9. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    Yours looks pretty good to me. What's elusive and special about the 1072?
     
  10. CJBianco

    CJBianco Member

    The #1072 is the razor I've been after for a long time. Not only is it very attractive (cherry red scales with cream tang), but it's a heavier, quarter-hollow grind, and I've always loved those the most. (I had a chance to buy a near NOS several months ago, but I didn't have the funds at the time.) Someday...

    Regards,
    Chris
     
  11. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    I had the chance to use my Google Fu, and found a photo of a 1072. IMHO, yours looks better.
     
  12. CJBianco

    CJBianco Member

    Google Fu. LOL =) Yes, the #8000 (both the common purple and my uncommon clear / silver) is a very attractive razor. However, the #1072 is the grind that I favor, so ultimately, the #1072 wins. (But I'll be happy to add each to my rotation.)

    By the way, here are a few previously-NOS Japanese razors that I sold on eBay a few months ago -- Manaslu M500 (Yasuki Steel, White #2) and Nile #65. Superb shavers that I regret selling.

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    Regards,
    Chris
     
  13. Spyder

    Spyder Well-Known Member

    Did you happen to purchase this from Ryan by any chance?
     
  14. CJBianco

    CJBianco Member

    I did! And I got it for a steal, if you ask me. =)

    (Wonderfully sharp edge too. The man can hone.)

    Regards,
    Chris
     
  15. Spyder

    Spyder Well-Known Member

    I just happened to buy two from him. Definitely nice, unique razors.
    I had my eye on the one you have. I'm happy that you got it:)
     
  16. Anel Causevic

    Anel Causevic Active Member

    Is he an ebay seller?
     
  17. Spyder

    Spyder Well-Known Member

    He does sell a limited amount of straights on the bay. 95% of his feedback is as a buyer.
     
  18. Anel Causevic

    Anel Causevic Active Member

    Could you send me his ebay ID
     
  19. Spyder

    Spyder Well-Known Member

    PM sent
     
  20. Spyder

    Spyder Well-Known Member

    Received two oriental girls today:)
    Okina 翁 KJKMA 5/8

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    Daishi 20 Yasuki Steel Made of Iron Sand
    4/8

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