The Straight Razor Acquisition Thread

Geneva Cutlery Co.
Warranted
Geneva N.Y. USA
6/8+inch. Full Hollow

Inexpensive buy, because of the Tarnish, and Rust. I Like many of the old razors, that come out of NY. Very good steel.

Before restoration.

 

Yeah, I'm particularly fond of Geneva Cutlery and Union Cutlery myself. They are some sweet razors at very reasonable prices.

 

I am enjoying the shaves from the Focus R21 so much that I bought a second one. There are only 2 other razors I have in this 'double down' / 'can't be without' category.

Is liking a half DE shavette so much a turn 'from' the dark side?


Anyhow, against my strongest abilities to resist becoming a 'rock collector' this very unusual combination of convexed Arkies beckoned for my ownership.

When I took my Wacker Barbers Bride to the Naniwa 12k for my first hone touch up I noticed an ever so slight inconsistency in geometry. I'm not an experienced razor sharpener, but I thought I did OK with I think what is called a rolling x stroke. This got my interest in a hone designed to compensate for a less than a 'dead nuts' perfect geometry. This should be fun! You dirty Rat, I'm gonna get you.

Also, as a testament to the enabling power of a new young friend from S. Africa the Col. Conk Lime showed up. @matthewoli98 this is your fault. BTW I had to add the razor and stone to get free shipping.


Happy Shaves my friends!

 

Lol, hope you enjoy the Col Conk! A friend of mine in Canada is sending me the col conk amber, so ill do a comparison between the two soon. Im actually using col conk lime again tomorrow, definitely a world class soap!

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Waiting on this Shave Ready Puma 89 Solingen 6/8th from a Reputable Seller I Know..I Will Put a Natural Edge on it...Probably a 17 K Escher Thuri..Puma Razors are Lovely Shavers...Just had to Have it...

Billy..

 

Hart Steel 11/16th inch. 1/2 Hollow
Made in the U.S.A.
By James Arman

It is my first purchase, of a "Modern Made Razor". I tend to like the lines of the Vintage razors. But, for $49.00, I had a hard time passing it up. It still has the original bevel on it, and doesn't show hone wear. It has the tiniest of a nick, on the toe end, that doesn't concern me.

 

Nice Scott, love those Atkinsons Peanut Butter bar scales. Now I’m hungry.

 

They are very light, and chunky. Kind of awkward to strop with. If I can find the proper hex wrench, to tighten the scales, it might make stropping easier.
Oh, very ugly scales. Reminds me of the 1980's. Bad lines, and bad colors. The camera doesnt catch the bright blue and tan lines like it should. One of @TestDepth 's scales would improve the look of this razor immensely. I just need to learn how to do it, like he does, and make some. Possibly some nice scales would make me appreciate it, more.

 

Say the word Scott and I can make a mold for you to play with. Would be a pleasure.
Tom.

 

Tempting. Thank you.
When I get to that point, I might give you a holler.

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Is that a hex or Torx wrench? Can't quite make it out in the photo. I've got a razor made by Jerry Stark which has a Torx screw that I wish he had put a dab of Lock Tite on, as it's a real PITA because it keeps loosening.

 

I have been searching for a Custom Built Razor from Charlie Lewis for quite awhile, with the help from @gssixgun I acquired this 8/8 Charlie Lewis razor.

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Nice Looker.

 

It shaves incredibly well, especially the head. Lol

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Love it!

 

Very happy for you! You have a great collection and this one is sweet!

 

Thanks Bill, it's a very balanced razor.

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Thank you sir, I really have to thank Glen, he knew for a long time I wanted one. He did a great job on getting ready for my face and head!

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I bought this awhile ago and forgot about this razor.
Shotiku #33 6/8

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Looks pristine... like the spine has never touched a stone. Very nice!