What Straight Razor Did You Use Today?

I was inspired by @Jayaruh , for this shave. I used a NOS Sextoblade, that was stropped, until it was super sharp. I did not use the Hair Shaper attachment. At first, this blade did well, through the first half, of the first pass. It quickly dulled. I did about 10 linen and 25 leather stropping, and finished the first pass, with the same results towards the end. I hit the leather about 35 times, and went for a second pass. Much smoother, but still it dulled towards the end. This experience left me with a tolerable feeling face. But, the experience was not enjoyable. Conclusion being that the vintage steel, used for this razor is very inadequate. It will get very sharp, and will be smooth, for a very short time. I hear the modern blades are much better. But, I dont have any, and do not think I will order any, in the near future. Too many Straight Razors to play with.

Razor- Weck Hair Shaper
Blade- Vintage Weck Sextoblade
Brush- @oscar11 Special, with a synthetic knot
Soap- TOBS Eton College
Aftershave- Pinaud Clubman

 

Koraat 14 2.0 bellied hollow

 

I don't post often here, as I have what I consider average razors at best. However, tonight's shave was great; no blood and a good shave. I don't chase a BBS with straight razors.

Chris - enjoying learning, whatever the subject

 

Always great to have you Chris!

 

W.H. Morley & Sons
Suds: Fine Santal Absolut
Splash: Oleo Soapworks “40”
Finish: John Varvatos

This scent progression of sandalwood to two different takes on leather is really nice.

Enjoy your shave.
Tom

 

Heljestrand Mk No. 24
Nice razor


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@lightcs1776 don't be shy to post. My razors aren't spotless, are average and also I'm not a great photographer. I doubt it that the other posters mind. I think the more the merrier. I'm looking forward to your next post.

I also don't chase BBS with a straight and if the result is presentable it is fine with me. It is at least always better then when I shaved with a disposable razor.

 

Yesterday, user Novodur, today Case Red Imp 6/8 full hollow purchased from fellow TSDer @Drygulch a couple of years back I think.

 

Thank you and welcome. You have some beautiful Swedish blades. I love the different feel of the 24 with the heavy grind, and that looks like a wonderful example.
Tom

 

No need to be shy, the more the merrier. All the straight razors are beautiful to me. Nothing wrong with some patina.

 

Thanks Tom,
Have a couple of Heljestrands,
3 pieces 24
1 piece 24, 3/8”
1 piece Mk 30
2 pieces Mk 31
1 piece 923F
Just love them!


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I completely agree... I have a major soft spot in my heart for those Swedish blades.
You may want to take a look at this thread and add some pics.
https://theshaveden.com/forums/threads/swedish-razors-thread.60272/

 

Three days of growth and the W&B shaved admirably as always. Rubbing my face with great satisfaction now, lovely shave. This W&B is a very consistent performer

Hot water preparation
Argan Oil PSO
Romera Wengue Chubby Manchurian Badger
Ethos Lissle Collection Lavender Soap
W&B 6/8
Ethos Lissle Collection Lavender Skin Food Splash



Happy shaving - Karl

 

Two Pass Shaving Routine..

Hot Water Prep & Massage with Argan Oil
Dorko Solingen Full Hollow 6/8th
Fitchard Pure Badger
Wickam 1912 Soap
Humphreys Witch Hazel

I Had a Wonderful Shave Tonight with My Dorko Solingen 6/8th..She has a Laser Sharp Edge & Smooth & Comfortable.Polished My Face Like a Pair of Guard Mans Drill Boots..Sporting a Surgical Black Arkansas Edge..There are Few Carbon Steel Razors that Can Handle a Maxed Out Surgical Black Arkansas Stone in My Humble Experience..This is One Exceptional Shaver for Sure..Cost me a Few Bob Mind..But Hey..Wunderbar..

I Am Dolphin Smooth & Refreshed..

Billy..

 

You've got to love a Dorko. They are superb, but that one is almost too pretty to shave with.

 

A smiling Ali's Blade.

 

EDV Neiström, razor this morning. Bought it for 50$. Excellent condition and honed by one of the last Knife smith’s that actually have worked with producing razors.


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Aye..Its a Special Shaver this One..Exceptional Hard Steel & Yeah..I Will Take Extra Care Looking After it..Its Very Ornamental & Sure is Pretty..Puts a Lot of Custom Razors to Shame I Reckon..

Billy..

 

Cherub (Japanese)
Williams
Homemade brush

Excellent shave this morning. Have a good one.

 

6/8 Le Grelot, soap was MdC original lathered with a Keyhole 4, and SMN lavender finished up.