What Straight Razor Did You Use Today?

PRC Chimera

 

Tonight's shave was with a Razor that is super sharp, but just doesn't take it to the next level. I thought I was on a roll. It was a two pass shave, that just wasn't smooth, but it did take the stubble off. I don't get it, it passed the hanging hair test, easily, and seemed as sharp, if not sharper than most anything I have. Then, it fades as the shave progresses towards the end. My only thought is that it's possibly too sharp?? Or, perhaps the temper just isn't up to snuff. Anyway, No nicks, cuts or weepers.
I'll look at it more, next time I break out the stones.

Razor- J.A.Henckels 472

 

1963 Pakita.

Nice shave tonight. I really enjoyed the smiling blade. Very maneuverable.


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Two Pass Shaving Routine..

Hot Water Prep & Massage with Argan Oil
NOS Keen Cutter Solingen 11/16th Full Hollow ( Freshly Honed )
Fitchard Pure Badger
Valobra Tallow Soap
Logona Mann Balm

I Had My Maiden Shave this Morning with My Freshly Honed NOS Keen Cutter 11/16th Simmons Hardware Co St Louis USA that Arrived Yesterday from the States..This is a Very Quiet Shaver for a Full Hollow Grind..It Took a Very Smooth & Keen Edge..I Reckon this was Made in the 20s but it Looks Like a Very Modern Design..Its Very Compact & Aerodynamic in its Appearance..Its a Keeper for Sure..

I Am Dolphin Smooth & Refreshed..

Billy..

 

Fon 'Golden Star Deluxe' 13/16"— one word: wonderful!

 

I used my Wade and Butcher BN today. I got a very good shave overall, but it felt a bit tuggy. At the suggestion of a member here, i rehoned it last weekend with two pieces of tape. It treetopped arm hair and I thought all was good, but I'll need to go back to the hones with this one. Anyway, three passes and it's a DFS to BBS shave.

 

I feel for you, I have a Henckels that's giving me problems.

 

I had some issues with my Challenge Cutlery. I guess it was named appropriately. It took me three times before I was happy.

 

todays shave

 

Jacob Ray El Diablo

 

Another Dovo ,Pro Shave as a pre shave with Williams on top. Great shave.


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Tonight's shave was with a trusted German razor. I had a two pass shave, that went very well, sharp and smooth. Excellent results. No touch-ups needed.
I've looked around for another of these razors, but they don't seem to pop up often.

Razor- "The Gong Razor" . Extra German Hollow Ground.

 

Wicked looking spike tip.

 

With a name like El Diablo; would you expect anything else

 

Considering all the variables that go into honing (the stones, the technique used) as well as the variations from 'patient to patient' (odds are, a well-used straight razor has had many honers, potential wear on the blade, age, abuse, etc), I expect the majority of razors we encounter will require some problem solving in order to create a good, consistent result. I've discovered a single honing strategy or regimen may work wonderfully on a particular razor, but on another...not so much.

 

It can scratch an ear if I'm not careful. I take my the one with this one

 

The Maker was Carl Friedrich Ern, Probably Better Known for the 'Crown & Sword' Razors..Ern SRs are Great Shavers..

Billy..

 

Ahhh, I remember seeing Carl Friedrich Ern listed as the maker of Gong Razors, on eBay several times. I just thought they were name dropping to sell the razor. That makes sense, as to why it is such a good razor. Thanks for the info Billy.

 

Hart Steel 6/8

 

My first using this vintage Sheffield #3415 6/8" razor from Joseph Smith & Sons (1833-1886)—unique due to the 'fuller' or 'blood groove' evident on one side. Some debate regarding the purpose of these grooves when found on razor (typically one sees them on swords, knives & bayonets) although the main purpose was/is to reduce the overall blade weight. Scary-sharp edge!