The Straight Razor Acquisition Thread

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

  1. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    Wow, that sure is big, and nice looking too, and big. Congrats.
     
    Last edited: Oct 17, 2019
  2. Chuck Naill

    Chuck Naill Well-Known Member

    I saw that one. Glad you got it.
     
  3. CastleShave

    CastleShave Well-Known Member

    Thank you!


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  4. kjbarth

    kjbarth Well-Known Member

    Beautiful


    - Ken
     
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  5. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    Kiebitz "125"
    Garantie
    Gebr. Emde
    Solingen-Weyer
    5/8+inch Full Hollow

    This one I lucked into. It looked "OK", from the photo, so I took a risk, and paid little for it. When it arrived, I found it to be NOS, with the factory edge on it, and the factory grease still on the blade. It was very sharp, but not shave ready. I did about 20 laps on the CroX, 50 Linen, and 50 leather. It now is popping hairs, root in and out, down the entire edge. I will do another 50 or so, on the leather, before I do any shave with it. BTW, the dark spots, on the blade, are just shadows. There isn't a blemish anywhere on this razor.
    Anyone have info, on this brand?? I bought it from France.

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    Oh, interesting fact.
    Kiebitz- German translation is a "Lapwing" marsh bird.
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  6. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    I think most of what I asked was answered by @TestDepth . I forgot i took a Frankenrazor apart, and put the scales with another blade I had.

     
    Last edited: Oct 18, 2019
  7. Keithmax

    Keithmax Breeds Pet Rocks

    Sweeet!

    Nice pick ups.

    Nice
     
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  8. Keithmax

    Keithmax Breeds Pet Rocks

    Just wow :happy036:
     
  9. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

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  10. TestDepth

    TestDepth Well-Known Member

    2nd place (1st Loser :() for me... it is a beauty.

    now is about when I expect Mike @M14Shooter to say he got it. I hope he did.
     
  11. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    Haaaaa!!!! You missed a beautiful Dorko razor, by $1 ???? That's three time worse than me, on that bid. :happy097:


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  12. M14Shooter

    M14Shooter Well-Known Member

    It was not me .I have been very good lately .The only thing I bought this month was a Vintage Boker made in the mid 1930's
     
  13. TestDepth

    TestDepth Well-Known Member

    So had to comfort myself after missing out on that Dorko :)...

    Actually, this maker has been on “the list” for a long while, and I had figured I missed out since I don’t think any new razors have been built in a few years. But I got lucky and found this one... really like the design and detail!

    Joe Chandler... 13/16’ish, 1/4 hollow with 3 pin synthetic scales.
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    I see a little Heljestrand influence in the tang/heel, and I’m a sucker for that.
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    Here is a shot of the grind:
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    Did I say I love the detail of the tang??? :)
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    Even the cool little doodad inside for the 3rd pin.
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    I would like to blame @Briscoe for this, but a Chandler has been a desire for some time... though he does have a beautiful one that kept the fire stoked.
    Happy hunting.
    Tom
     
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  14. Briscoe

    Briscoe Well-Known Member

    I will take the blame! Beautiful razor Tom, you will be correct about no new razors from Joe. You will enjoy this razor and will be in your regular rotation. When my wife ask me about my next purchase, I will tell her it’s your fault!


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  15. kjbarth

    kjbarth Well-Known Member

    Beautiful


    - Ken
     
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  16. M14Shooter

    M14Shooter Well-Known Member

    Love the looks of the Joe Chandler..Well done ! Your SAD Straight Acquisition Disorder has been diagnosed.You made it too level 10 on a scale of 1-10 :bounce017:
     
  17. TestDepth

    TestDepth Well-Known Member

    Thanks guys! His mirror finish is just perfect. I had heard that, but it is impressive to see up close.

    And Mike (@M14Shooter), I may have even reached 11... just don’t tell my wife :).
     
  18. Briscoe

    Briscoe Well-Known Member

    Filarmonica Sub Cero 14

    This has been on my wish list for several years, at a reasonable price I pulled the trigger to acquire this razor.[​IMG]


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  19. TestDepth

    TestDepth Well-Known Member

    Very nice!!! Congratulations.
     
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  20. Edison Carter

    Edison Carter Well-Known Member

    Nice!
     

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