My first straight razor buy

Discussion in 'Straight Razors' started by Gunner777, Jan 20, 2009.

  1. Gunner777

    Gunner777 New Member

    This is an Engel made in Germany. I got it for $50 a good buy I think. Did I do ok on the price????
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  2. JimR

    JimR Active Member

    That's gorgeous!! No idea about the price, but I would imagine that's fine. Is it shave ready?
     
  3. Gunner777

    Gunner777 New Member

    Thanks! It is shave ready. The seller is a straight razor user himself and sharpens them shaves then does whatever may be needed. After he shaves he strops it and sends it off. His feedback is very good and people mention how sharp the blades are.
     
  4. j3ckl3r

    j3ckl3r New Member

    looks very familiar...
     
  5. omegapd

    omegapd New Member

    Great! Glad you won it. Sure looks fancy...
     
  6. Ragnost

    Ragnost Member

    good buy hope you enjoy it for many years
     
  7. SeanPR

    SeanPR New Member

    Congrats!

    Thats a Great Looking Razor!

    Sean
     
  8. moviemaniac

    moviemaniac Tool Time

    A very nice find at a great price :) Enjoy the shaves!
     
  9. 2Sharp

    2Sharp New Member

    I have an Engels made for a hardware store in St. Louis that is one of my best shavers. I shaved with it yesterday. You have a great start.

    bj
     
  10. PalmettoB

    PalmettoB The Old Guard

    Very nice score. The blade looks great and it was cool that the goodies came with it. What a great starter kit!! You're on your way...
     
  11. Gunner777

    Gunner777 New Member

    Thanks much everyone!
     
  12. dmgizzo

    dmgizzo New Member

    Love the look, best of luck with it
     
  13. Gunner777

    Gunner777 New Member

    Thanks very much I appreciate it!
     

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