I don't think they would crack. The razors with the baseplate attached to the handle would be considerably safer to load. The 'spring' imparted by...
I saw your comparison review on B&B. I was surprised that you found the Lo Storto was the "milder" razor between the two, based on observations...
Eh...yeah, regarding #4. A strop only needs to be sanded down if that's the only way to restore the surface, so only applies to very vintage or...
Well, I just got this in, and though the case says "Property U.S. Army," the razor does not, thus this is a mismatched set. The razor does have...
Of particular concern to me is the possibility of lead poisoning from vintage razors with the plating all worn off. Also, exposed brass can get...
[ATTACH] I finally get to try my hand at teeth straightening. I've noticed a nasty trend lately... I think the price of bent teeth razors has gone...
You make me sound like a disreputable hooligan. :p Edit: besides, Tom made the jig. It's not like I'm beating these things out an an anvil....
Oh I know. It's funny, reading Old Type threads, the vast majority of folks put a couple shims in it, swap out the handle for a different one and...
Agreed. It's a striking razor.
Probably just ATG, along with the Tourqed by Tom, and a Gillette Slant.
Moreso, what is a double concave straight razor, and why were they made?
Can't answer all your questions, but regarding #5, no, it does not need to be stropped before first use. If new, it does need to be sharpened by a...
I've never seen a straight like that, care to share more info?
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